Galaxy S21+ vs Motorola Razr 40 Ultra: Which One Should You Buy?

Galaxy S21+ edges ahead with a BeastScore of 77.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Samsung · 2021

Galaxy S21+

Galaxy S21+
77/ 100
Launch price$999
Motorola · 2023

Motorola Razr 40 Ultra

Motorola Razr 40 Ultra
74/ 100
Launch price$999
Head-to-head

Galaxy S21+ wins 3 of 8 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

Galaxy S21+
Galaxy S21+
3 wins
Motorola Razr 40 Ultra
Motorola Razr 40 Ultra
2 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplayConnectivitySecurityValue
Galaxy S21+Motorola Razr 40 Ultra
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeedTie
    80
    80
  • CameraGalaxy S21+
    75
    72
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieMotorola Razr 40 Ultra
    40
    88
  • BatteryGalaxy S21+
    78
    58
  • DisplayMotorola Razr 40 Ultra
    86
    96
  • ConnectivityTie
    75
    75
  • SecurityGalaxy S21+
    100
    34
  • ValueTie
    55
    55
Key differences
  • Galaxy S21+ has the bigger battery4,800 mAh vs 3,800 mAh
  • Motorola Razr 40 Ultra charges faster30W vs 25W
  • Motorola Razr 40 Ultra has a smoother screen165 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • Motorola Razr 40 Ultra has the bigger screen6.9" vs 6.7"
  • Motorola Razr 40 Ultra is lighter184.5 g vs 200 g
  • Motorola Razr 40 Ultra has a sharper selfie camera32 MP vs 10 MP
  • Motorola Razr 40 Ultra has newer Bluetooth5.3 vs 5
  • Motorola Razr 40 Ultra has faster Wi-FiWi-Fi 6E vs Wi-Fi 6
  • Galaxy S21+ is better protected from water and dustIP68 vs IP52
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy Galaxy S21+
  • ✓Bigger 4,800 mAh battery (+1,000 mAh)
  • ✓12 MP main camera
  • ✓6.7" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy Motorola Razr 40 Ultra
  • ✓15.5 g lighter (184.5 g), easier to hold
  • ✓12 MP main camera
  • ✓6.9" display at 165 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationGalaxy S21+Motorola Razr 40 Ultra
1. Display & Screen🏆 Motorola Razr 40 Ultra Wins Display
Screen typeDynamic AMOLED 2XpOLED
Screen Size6.7"6.9"
Resolution & Density2400x1080 (393 ppi)2640x1080 (413 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion165 Hz ProMotion
Brightness1,300 nits peak1,400 nits peak
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorSamsung Exynos 2100 (5nm)Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4nm)
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsMali-G78 MP14Adreno 730
Operating SystemAndroid 11Android 13
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB LPDDR8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage128GB / 256GB256GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Galaxy S21+ Wins Camera
Primary Camera12 MP, f/1.8, OIS12 MP, f/1.7, OIS
Telephoto Zoom64 MP (3x optical zoom), f/2, OISNone (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera12 MP, f/2.213 MP, f/2.2
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens10 MP, f/2.232 MP, f/2.4
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Motorola Razr 40 Ultra Lightest Chassis
Dimensions161.5 x 75.6 x 7.8 mm170.8 x 74 x 7.1 mm
Weight200 g184.5 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceIP68IP52
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Galaxy S21+ Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,800 mAh3,800 mAh
Wired Fast Charging25W wired fast charging30W wired fast charging
Wireless Charging15W wireless charging5W wireless charging
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 6Wi-Fi 6E
Bluetooth5.05.3
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.2USB-C 2.0
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch Price$999$999
Our verdict

Galaxy S21+ wins — BeastScore 77.0/100

After comparing all the specs, Galaxy S21+ is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Higher overall BeastScore: 77.0 vs top rival 74.3 and Larger battery capacity: 4,800 mAh (+1,000 mAh more).

Buy Galaxy S21+ if you want

Higher overall BeastScore: 77.0 vs top rival 74.3 · Larger battery capacity: 4,800 mAh (+1,000 mAh more)

Buy Motorola Razr 40 Ultra if you want

Smoother display: 165Hz refresh rate vs 120Hz · Lighter body: 184.5g (16g lighter in hand)

Common questions

Which is better: Galaxy S21+ or Motorola Razr 40 Ultra?

Galaxy S21+ leads with an overall BeastScore of 77.0/100 compared to Motorola Razr 40 Ultra (74.3/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 77.0 vs top rival 74.3 and Larger battery capacity: 4,800 mAh (+1,000 mAh more).

What are the main battery and display differences between Galaxy S21+ and Motorola Razr 40 Ultra?

Galaxy S21+ has a 6.7-inch display and 4800 mAh battery. Motorola Razr 40 Ultra has a 6.9-inch display and 3800 mAh battery.

How do Galaxy S21+ and Motorola Razr 40 Ultra compare for speed?

Galaxy S21+ scores 80/100 for performance; Motorola Razr 40 Ultra scores 80/100.

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