Huawei P20 Pro vs Motorola Razr (2019): Which One Should You Buy?

Huawei P20 Pro edges ahead with a BeastScore of 68.7/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Huawei · 2018

Huawei P20 Pro

Huawei P20 Pro
69/ 100
Launch price$1,100
Motorola · 2020

Motorola Razr (2019)

Motorola Razr (2019)
65/ 100
Launch price$1,500
Head-to-head

Huawei P20 Pro wins 4 of 7 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

Huawei P20 Pro
Huawei P20 Pro
4 wins
Motorola Razr (2019)
Motorola Razr (2019)
0 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplayConnectivityValue
Huawei P20 ProMotorola Razr (2019)
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeedTie
    72
    72
  • CameraHuawei P20 Pro
    75
    68
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieHuawei P20 Pro
    76
    40
  • BatteryHuawei P20 Pro
    70
    58
  • DisplayTie
    62
    62
  • ConnectivityHuawei P20 Pro
    57
    53
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueTie
    55
    55
Key differences
  • Huawei P20 Pro has the bigger battery4,000 mAh vs 2,510 mAh
  • Huawei P20 Pro charges faster22W vs 15W
  • Huawei P20 Pro has a sharper main camera40 MP vs 16 MP
  • Motorola Razr (2019) has the bigger screen6.2" vs 6.1"
  • Huawei P20 Pro is lighter180 g vs 205 g
  • Huawei P20 Pro launched cheaper$1,100 vs $1,500
  • Huawei P20 Pro has a sharper selfie camera24 MP vs 5 MP
  • Motorola Razr (2019) has newer Bluetooth5 vs 4.2
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy Huawei P20 Pro
  • ✓25 g lighter (180 g vs 205 g), easier to hold
  • ✓$400 cheaper at launch ($1,100 vs $1,500)
  • ✓Bigger 4,000 mAh battery (+1,490 mAh)
Reasons to buy Motorola Razr (2019)
  • ✓16 MP main camera
  • ✓6.2" display at 60 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationHuawei P20 ProMotorola Razr (2019)
1. Display & Screen
Screen typeOLEDP-OLED (foldable)
Screen Size6.1"6.2"
Resolution & Density2240x1080 (408 ppi)2142x876 (373 ppi)
Refresh Rate60 Hz60 Hz
Brightness600 nits peak450 nits peak
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorNot listed Not listed
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsNot listedNot listed
Operating SystemAndroid 8.1Android 9
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory6 GB LPDDR6 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage128GB / 256GB128GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Huawei P20 Pro Wins Camera
Primary Camera40 MP, f/1.8, OIS, Sony IMX600 (Leica)16 MP, f/1.7
Telephoto Zoom8 MP (3x optical zoom), f/2.4, OISNone (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide CameraN/AN/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens24 MP, f/25 MP, f/2
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Huawei P20 Pro Lightest Chassis
Dimensions155 x 73.9 x 7.8 mm172 x 72 x 6.9 mm
Weight180 g205 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceIP67Not listed
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Huawei P20 Pro Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,000 mAh2,510 mAh
Wired Fast Charging22W wired fast charging15W wired fast charging
Wireless ChargingNot listedNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 5Wi-Fi 5
Bluetooth4.25.0
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.1USB-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$1,100$1,500
Our verdict

Huawei P20 Pro wins — BeastScore 68.7/100

The Huawei P20 Pro is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (4,000 mAh vs 2,510 mAh) and faster charging (22W vs 15W). The Motorola Razr (2019) is worth a look if you prefer its bigger screen (6.2" vs 6.1").

Buy Huawei P20 Pro if you want

Larger battery: 4,000 mAh vs 2,510 mAh · Higher-resolution main camera: 40 MP vs 16 MP

Buy Motorola Razr (2019) if you want

Reliable all-round performance.

Common questions

Which is better: Huawei P20 Pro or Motorola Razr (2019)?

The Huawei P20 Pro is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (4,000 mAh vs 2,510 mAh) and faster charging (22W vs 15W). The Motorola Razr (2019) is worth a look if you prefer its bigger screen (6.2" vs 6.1"). BeastScore: Huawei P20 Pro 68.7/100, Motorola Razr (2019) 64.5/100.

What are the main battery and display differences between Huawei P20 Pro and Motorola Razr (2019)?

Huawei P20 Pro has a 6.1-inch display and 4000 mAh battery. Motorola Razr (2019) has a 6.2-inch display and 2510 mAh battery.

How do Huawei P20 Pro and Motorola Razr (2019) compare for speed?

Huawei P20 Pro scores 72/100 for performance; Motorola Razr (2019) scores 72/100.

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