Flip faceoff: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 vs Motorola Razr 60

Who has the best flip phone - Samsung or Motorola?

Samsung today launched the Galaxy Z Flip 7 in Australia.

It's a minor upgrade of the Z Flip 6, boasting redesigned AI software, longer battery life, a faster CPU and a bigger, brighter cover screen. (It's also slightly thinner and lighter than its predecessor for people who care about that sort of thing.)

If you're in the market for a clamshell-style phone, the Galaxy Z Flip 7 is a great choice - but it's not the only new option on the fold-out table.

Today, Motorola released the Razr 60 smartphone. It takes most of its design cues from the Galaxy Flip range, including a miniature external screen, dual rear cameras and a vertically folding clamshell layout.

There's also the Motorola Razr 50 Ultra to consider, which came out in July last year.

Let's compare the pricing, cameras, battery and sturdiness to determine which phone comes out on top.

Galaxy Z Flip 7 vs Razr 60 vs Razr 50 Ultra: Specifications

Before we get into the nitty gritty, here's a quick snapshot of the major specs for each phone.

There are a lot of similarities across the 3 phones, including the display size, main camera and IP rating. There are also some big differences, which we will get to below.

Price

The Motorola Razr 60 undercuts the Z Flip 7's starting price by $700 - $1,199 vs $1,799.

The price disparity is even wider if you get the 512GB Flip 7, which has an RRP of $1,999.

The Razr 50 Ultra retails for $1,699, but it is often available at lower prices during sales events. (For instance, Motorola currently lists it for $1,399 on its online store.)

If you want to save a few hundred dollars, get the Razr 60 or Razr 50 Ultra.

Alternatively, you can score up to $500 off when you pre-order the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 before 3 August 2025.

Camera

Samsung has long prided itself on making some of the best camera phones in the business. With the Flip 7 however, it has elected to stand still (which in the technology space, is the same as going backwards).

The Flip 7 comes with the same exact camera array as its predecessor. You get a 10MP selfie camera on the front and 2 lenses on the rear: a 50MP wide and 12MP ultra wide.

In our Flip 6 test shots, we weren't a fan of the auto sharpening which can make images look too processed. But overall, it takes decent photos for a clamshell phone - especially in bright, sunny environments.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 camera array.

The Motorola Razr 60 has similar cameras in the rear - a 50MP wide and 12.6MP ultra wide - and a more powerful 32MP camera in the front.

The Motorola Razr 50 Ultra kicks things up a notch with not one, but two 50MP sensors and a 2x optical zoom. (The front camera is identical to the Razr 60.)

When judged purely on hardware, the Razr phones definitely take the crown.

However, if you're a fan of Samsung's advanced imaging software such as AI Zoom, Object Eraser and Auto-Framing, the Flip 7 arguably edges back in front.

Battery

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7's 4300mAh battery can provide up to 31 hours of continuous video playback. (This is around 8 hours more than the Galaxy Z Flip 6 which had a smaller battery.)

The Motorola Razr 50 Ultra comes with a 4000mAh battery. According to Moto, it provides "all-day battery life", but this is based on mixed usage rather than continuous video playback. In other words, your mileage could vary wildly.

On the plus side, Razr 50 Ultra supports "TurboPower" 45W wireless charging with a compatible charging adaptor. This is signficantly faster than the Flip 7's maximum of 25W and should see your phone fully charged in minutes.

The Razr 60 has a 4500mAh battery which is the biggest and longest-lasting out of the 3 phones. You also get the aforementioned TurboPower charging.

We're giving this win to the Razr 60, but there's not much in it. All 3 phones should comfortably see you through a full day of usage.

Durability

The first crop of folding smartphones were like delicate flowers - blowing on them the wrong way could cause irreparable damage (at least, that's what it felt like).

Thankfully, the latest generation is made of hardier stuff.

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7, Motorola Razr 60 and Motorola Razr 50 Ultra are all protected by Corning Gorilla Glass like most other flagships on the market.

However, Samsung uses the Victus 2 variant, which has slightly better drop resistance on hard surfaces.

All 3 phones are dust resistant and can be continuously immersed in water for 30 minutes at a depth of up to 1.5 metres.

Samsung and Motorola have conducted rigorous folding tests on their phones to ensure the hinges have a multi-year lifespan.

If you're prone to accidentally dropping your phone, get the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 for its sturdier glass covering.

Which phone should you buy?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 is the most feature-packed flip phone on the market right now, especially when you factor in its bespoke software and bigger cover display.

The Motorola Razr 60 is a more cost-effective option that also happens to boast a bigger battery.

The Razr 50 Ultra, meanwhile, is a better option if you want a more versatile camera with true optical zoom.

For our money, the Razr 60 strikes the best balance between price and specifications.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE: a cheaper alternative.

With that said, you might also want to consider the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE (AKA "Fan Edition".) This is a cheaper version of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 that is set to retail for $1,499.

The FE model has a smaller cover screen (3.4 inches vs 4.1 inches), less RAM (8GB vs 12GB) and a less powerful battery (4000mAh vs 4300mAh).

Otherwise, it has very similar specs to its more expensive brother, including the same camera.

If your heart is set on Samsung, this is a sensible way to keep costs down.