iPhone 7 vs Motorola Razr (2019): Which One Should You Buy?

These two are too close to call on BeastScore — the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Apple · 2016

iPhone 7

iPhone 7
64/ 100
Launch price$649
Motorola · 2020

Motorola Razr (2019)

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

Too close to call: 2 of 7 categories each

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

iPhone 7
iPhone 7
2 wins
Motorola Razr (2019)
Motorola Razr (2019)
2 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplayConnectivityValue
iPhone 7Motorola Razr (2019)
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeedMotorola Razr (2019)
    60
    72
  • CameraiPhone 7
    72
    68
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieTie
    40
    40
  • BatteryTie
    58
    58
  • DisplayTie
    62
    62
  • ConnectivityMotorola Razr (2019)
    45
    53
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueiPhone 7
    68
    55
Key differences
  • Motorola Razr (2019) has the bigger battery2,510 mAh vs 1,960 mAh
  • Motorola Razr (2019) charges faster15W vs 5W
  • Motorola Razr (2019) has a sharper main camera16 MP vs 12 MP
  • Motorola Razr (2019) has the bigger screen6.2" vs 4.7"
  • iPhone 7 is lighter138 g vs 205 g
  • iPhone 7 launched cheaper$649 vs $1,500
  • iPhone 7 has a sharper selfie camera7 MP vs 5 MP
  • Motorola Razr (2019) has newer Bluetooth5 vs 4.2
  • Motorola Razr (2019) has more RAM6 GB vs 2 GB
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy iPhone 7
  • ✓67 g lighter (138 g vs 205 g), easier to hold
  • ✓$851 cheaper at launch ($649 vs $1,500)
  • ✓12 MP main camera
Reasons to buy Motorola Razr (2019)
  • ✓Bigger 2,510 mAh battery (+550 mAh)
  • ✓16 MP main camera
  • ✓6.2" display at 60 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationiPhone 7Motorola Razr (2019)
1. Display & Screen
Screen typeLED-backlit IPS LCD Retina HDP-OLED (foldable)
Screen Size4.7"6.2"
Resolution & Density1334x750 (326 ppi)2142x876 (373 ppi)
Refresh Rate60 Hz60 Hz
Brightness625 nits peak450 nits peak
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Motorola Razr (2019) Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorNot listed Not listed
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsNot listedNot listed
Operating SystemiOS 10Android 9
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory2 GB LPDDR6 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage32GB / 128GB / 256GB128GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 iPhone 7 Wins Camera
Primary Camera12 MP, f/1.8, OIS16 MP, f/1.7
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)None (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 Lens7 MP, f/2.25 MP, f/2
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 iPhone 7 Lightest Chassis
Dimensions138.3 x 67.1 x 7.1 mm172 x 72 x 6.9 mm
Weight138 g205 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceIP67Not listed
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity1,960 mAh2,510 mAh
Wired Fast Charging5W 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 & SpeedLightningUSB-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$649$1,500
Our verdict

iPhone 7 and Motorola Razr (2019) are evenly matched

It's a close call. Pick the iPhone 7 for its lighter body (138 g vs 205 g) and lower launch price ($649 vs $1,500), or the Motorola Razr (2019) for its bigger battery (2,510 mAh vs 1,960 mAh) and faster charging (15W vs 5W).

Buy iPhone 7 if you want

Lighter: 138 g vs 205 g (67 g less) · Lower launch price: $649 vs $1,500

Buy Motorola Razr (2019) if you want

Larger battery: 2,510 mAh vs 1,960 mAh · Faster wired charging: 15W vs 5W

Common questions

Which is better: iPhone 7 or Motorola Razr (2019)?

It's a close call. Pick the iPhone 7 for its lighter body (138 g vs 205 g) and lower launch price ($649 vs $1,500), or the Motorola Razr (2019) for its bigger battery (2,510 mAh vs 1,960 mAh) and faster charging (15W vs 5W). BeastScore: iPhone 7 63.8/100, Motorola Razr (2019) 64.5/100.

What are the main battery and display differences between iPhone 7 and Motorola Razr (2019)?

iPhone 7 has a 4.7-inch display and 1960 mAh battery. Motorola Razr (2019) has a 6.2-inch display and 2510 mAh battery.

How do iPhone 7 and Motorola Razr (2019) compare for speed?

iPhone 7 scores 60/100 for performance; Motorola Razr (2019) scores 72/100.

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