iPhone 8 Plus vs Motorola Razr (2019): Which One Should You Buy?
iPhone 8 Plus edges ahead with a BeastScore of 64.5/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
iPhone 8 Plus
Motorola Razr (2019)
iPhone 8 Plus wins 2 of 7 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. How we score
- SpeedMotorola Razr (2019)6072
- CameraiPhone 8 Plus7568
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieTie4040
- BatteryTie5858
- DisplayTie6262
- ConnectivityTie5353
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueiPhone 8 Plus6855
- iPhone 8 Plus has the bigger battery2,691 mAh vs 2,510 mAh
- iPhone 8 Plus charges faster18W vs 15W
- Motorola Razr (2019) has a sharper main camera16 MP vs 12 MP
- Motorola Razr (2019) has the bigger screen6.2" vs 5.5"
- iPhone 8 Plus is lighter202 g vs 205 g
- iPhone 8 Plus launched cheaper$799 vs $1,500
- iPhone 8 Plus has a sharper selfie camera7 MP vs 5 MP
- Motorola Razr (2019) has more RAM6 GB vs 3 GB
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄iPhone 8 Plus wins — BeastScore 64.5/100
The iPhone 8 Plus is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (2,691 mAh vs 2,510 mAh) and faster charging (18W vs 15W). The Motorola Razr (2019) is worth a look if you prefer its sharper main camera (16 MP vs 12 MP).
Optical telephoto zoom (1 telephoto lens) · Lower launch price: $799 vs $1,500
Larger display: 6.2" vs 5.5" · More RAM: 6 GB vs 3 GB
Common questions
Which is better: iPhone 8 Plus or Motorola Razr (2019)?
The iPhone 8 Plus is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (2,691 mAh vs 2,510 mAh) and faster charging (18W vs 15W). The Motorola Razr (2019) is worth a look if you prefer its sharper main camera (16 MP vs 12 MP). BeastScore: iPhone 8 Plus 64.5/100, Motorola Razr (2019) 64.5/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between iPhone 8 Plus and Motorola Razr (2019)?
iPhone 8 Plus has a 5.5-inch display and 2691 mAh battery. Motorola Razr (2019) has a 6.2-inch display and 2510 mAh battery.
How do iPhone 8 Plus and Motorola Razr (2019) compare for speed?
iPhone 8 Plus scores 60/100 for performance; Motorola Razr (2019) scores 72/100.
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