Hot 30i vs Motorola Razr 40 Ultra: Which One Should You Buy?
Motorola Razr 40 Ultra edges ahead with a BeastScore of 74.3/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Motorola Razr 40 Ultra wins 5 of 7 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.


Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. How we score
- SpeedMotorola Razr 40 Ultra6480
- CameraMotorola Razr 40 Ultra6872
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieMotorola Razr 40 Ultra4088
- BatteryHot 30i8658
- DisplayMotorola Razr 40 Ultra6296
- ConnectivityMotorola Razr 40 Ultra0100
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueHot 30i9055
- Hot 30i has the bigger battery5,000 mAh vs 3,800 mAh
- Hot 30i has a sharper main camera13 MP vs 12 MP
- Motorola Razr 40 Ultra has the bigger screen6.9" vs 6.6"
- Motorola Razr 40 Ultra is lighter184.5 g vs 191 g
- Hot 30i launched cheaper$159 vs $999
- Motorola Razr 40 Ultra has a sharper selfie camera32 MP vs 8 MP
- Motorola Razr 40 Ultra has more RAM8 GB vs 4 GB
- Motorola Razr 40 Ultra has the faster chipSnapdragon 8+ Gen 1 vs Unisoc T606
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Motorola Razr 40 Ultra wins — BeastScore 74.3/100
The Motorola Razr 40 Ultra is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger screen (6.9" vs 6.6") and lighter body (184.5 g vs 191 g). The Hot 30i is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (5,000 mAh vs 3,800 mAh).
Larger battery: 5,000 mAh vs 3,800 mAh · Lower launch price: $159 vs $999
More RAM: 8 GB vs 4 GB
Common questions
Which is better: Hot 30i or Motorola Razr 40 Ultra?
The Motorola Razr 40 Ultra is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger screen (6.9" vs 6.6") and lighter body (184.5 g vs 191 g). The Hot 30i is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (5,000 mAh vs 3,800 mAh). BeastScore: Hot 30i 71.6/100, Motorola Razr 40 Ultra 74.3/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between Hot 30i and Motorola Razr 40 Ultra?
Hot 30i has a 6.6-inch display and 5000 mAh battery. Motorola Razr 40 Ultra has a 6.9-inch display and 3800 mAh battery.
How do Hot 30i and Motorola Razr 40 Ultra compare for speed?
Hot 30i scores 64/100 for performance; Motorola Razr 40 Ultra scores 80/100.
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