Motorola razr 70 ultra leaked: thinner design, bigger battery – is this the foldable that can challenge samsung?
The rumors are mounting, and the leaks are getting increasingly specific. Ahead of its anticipated April 29th unveiling, Motorola’s next flagshipfoldable, internally dubbed the Razr 70 Ultra, is steadily revealing itself, and the latest images suggest a significant refinement over its predecessor.
A closer look at motorola’s foldable future
Evan Blass has dropped a fresh batch of high-resolution photos and even a 43-second video showcasing the Razr 70 Ultra in both Orient Blue Alcantara and a striking Pantone Cocoa with a matte wooden texture. The visual impact is undeniable – Motorola is doubling down on premium materials and colorways that are designed to turn heads. We’re seeing a refined, arguably sleeker profile, mirroring the thinness championed by the Razr 60 Ultra, but with a crucial upgrade: a bumped-up 5,000mAh battery, marking a welcome increase from the 4,700mAh unit in the current model.
The images reveal a largely unchanged design aesthetic, a strategic move to retain the Razr’s signature minimalist appeal. However, the details – the polished paint jobs, the integrated Alcantara accents – suggest a level of attention to detail that elevates the device beyond mere specs. The primary and secondary AMOLED displays, boasting a 2992 x 1224 pixel resolution and a silky-smooth 165Hz refresh rate, are prominently displayed, alongside the dual rear cameras and a centered front-facing shooter.
Specs and price points: what we know (so far)
Under the hood, we’re anticipating a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, paired with 256GB, 512GB, or 1TB of internal storage, and a choice of 12GB or 16GB of RAM. The Razr 70 Ultra will feature a substantial 7-inch primary display with a 2992 x 1224 pixel resolution and a 165Hz refresh rate, complemented by a 4-inch secondary AMOLED panel offering 1272 x 1080 pixels and also supporting that same high refresh rate. Charging speed is expected to be a significant improvement, with 68W fast charging capabilities.
But the biggest question mark – unsurprisingly – is the price. Rumors point to a starting price of $1,499.99 for the 512GB model with 16GB of RAM, a $200 increase over the initial launch price of the Razr Ultra last year. While Motorola has demonstrated the ability to offer aggressive discounts post-launch, as seen with the Razr 60 Ultra, convincing consumers to pay a premium for a seemingly incremental upgrade will be a key challenge. The Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Z Flip 8, with their more competitive pricing, pose a serious threat.
The verdict: a foldable with potential
Ultimately, the Razr 70 Ultra appears poised to be a strong contender in the foldable market. It’s not a revolutionary leap, but the focus on premium materials, a larger battery, and a refined design could be enough to sway buyers. If Motorola can maintain a competitive price – perhaps even leveraging those post-launch discounts – it has a genuine shot at taking a significant bite out of Samsung’s dominance. The race for the best foldable is heating up, and Motorola is ready to play.