Motorola Razr 50 5G

Overview

The Motorola Razr 50 – marketed in the United States as Motorola razr 2024 – continues Motorola’s comeback in the flip‑style foldable segment. Announced and released on 25 June 2024, it offers a compact clamshell design that folds flat when closed but opens to reveal a large display. Weighing about 188 g with a slim 7.3 mm profile when unfolded, the Razr 50 runs Android 14 and promises several years of software support.

Design and materials

This generation adds water‑resistance to the Razr line. The IPX8 rating allows the phone to be submerged up to 1.5 m for 30 minutes. Its body combines eco‑friendly silicone‑polymer leather on the back with a Gorilla Glass Victus front and an aluminum frame. The hinge is encased in stainless steel and supports multiple angles, allowing the phone to act as its own stand. Color choices include Spritz Orange/Arabesque, Beach Sand/Pumice Stone, and Koala Grey/Steel Wool.

Displays

Motorola equips the Razr 50 with two OLED screens. Inside is a 6.9‑inch foldable LTPO AMOLED with HDR10+ support and a 120 Hz refresh rate. The outer cover screen, a major upgrade over last year’s model, measures 3.6 inches and now supports full‑app experiences; it works as a viewfinder for selfies, shows notifications and quick settings, and lets users run apps like Google Maps and Gmail without opening the phone. Both displays are protected with Gorilla Glass Victus and can reach brightness levels around 1,300 nits, making them easy to see outdoors.

Performance and software

The Razr 50 uses a MediaTek Dimensity 7300X chipset with octa‑core processing, paired with 8 GB or 12 GB of RAM and 256 GB or 512 GB of UFS 2.2 storage. While not as powerful as some flagships, the hardware is capable for everyday tasks, multitasking and media consumption. Motorola’s Hello UI software layer sits atop Android 14 and maintains a near‑stock look while adding gesture shortcuts and personalization tools. The expanded cover screen supports full quick‑settings panels, Google Photos, Google Maps and even the Google Gemini AI assistant.

Cameras

A dual‑camera setup sits on the back. The 50‑megapixel main camera features optical image stabilization and is joined by a 13‑megapixel ultra‑wide camera. The outer display serves as a viewfinder, enabling high‑quality selfies using the rear cameras. For traditional selfies, a 32‑megapixel front camera is embedded in the main display. Both front and rear cameras record up to 4K video at 30 fps.

Battery and charging

Motorola fits a 4,200 mAh battery into the slim body, giving the phone more capacity than many competing clamshell foldables. It supports 30 W wired and 15 W wireless charging. In testing, the battery reached nearly 60 % charge in 30 minutes and completed a full charge in just over an hour. The retail box omits a power adapter but includes a USB‑C cable and a protective case that matches the phone’s colour.

Connectivity and extras

The Razr 50 works with 5G networks, Wi‑Fi 6e, Bluetooth 5.4 and NFC. A side‑mounted fingerprint sensor doubles as the power button, and stereo speakers provide immersive sound. Depending on the version, the device can use a nano‑SIM alongside an eSIM or two physical SIM cards.

Summary

The Motorola Razr 50 (Razr 2024) offers a refreshed take on the modern flip phone. Its larger outer display, eco‑leather finish, and water‑resistance make it practical and stylish, while the foldable inner screen delivers an expansive viewing experience in a compact form. Although its processor is mid‑range, the Razr 50 balances performance with battery life and pairs it with thoughtful software features and a versatile dual‑camera system. The result is a well‑rounded foldable that appeals to users seeking a more affordable clamshell without sacrificing everyday functionality.