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

iPhone XR edges ahead with a BeastScore of 63.8/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Apple · 2018

iPhone XR

iPhone XR
64/ 100
Launch price$749
Motorola · 2020

Motorola Razr (2019)

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

iPhone XR wins 2 of 7 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

iPhone XR
iPhone XR
2 wins
Motorola Razr (2019)
Motorola Razr (2019)
1 win
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplayConnectivityValue
iPhone XRMotorola Razr (2019)
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeedMotorola Razr (2019)
    60
    72
  • CameraiPhone XR
    72
    68
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieTie
    40
    40
  • BatteryTie
    58
    58
  • DisplayTie
    62
    62
  • ConnectivityTie
    53
    53
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueiPhone XR
    68
    55
Key differences
  • iPhone XR has the bigger battery2,942 mAh vs 2,510 mAh
  • Motorola Razr (2019) has a sharper main camera16 MP vs 12 MP
  • Motorola Razr (2019) has the bigger screen6.2" vs 6.1"
  • iPhone XR is lighter194 g vs 205 g
  • iPhone XR launched cheaper$749 vs $1,500
  • iPhone XR has a sharper selfie camera7 MP vs 5 MP
  • Motorola Razr (2019) has more RAM6 GB vs 3 GB
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy iPhone XR
  • ✓11 g lighter (194 g vs 205 g), easier to hold
  • ✓$751 cheaper at launch ($749 vs $1,500)
  • ✓Bigger 2,942 mAh battery (+432 mAh)
Reasons to buy Motorola Razr (2019)
  • ✓16 MP main camera
  • ✓6.2" display at 60 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationiPhone XRMotorola Razr (2019)
1. Display & Screen
Screen typeLiquid Retina LCDP-OLED (foldable)
Screen Size6.1"6.2"
Resolution & Density1792x828 (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 12Android 9
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory3 GB LPDDR6 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage64GB / 128GB / 256GB128GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 iPhone XR 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 XR Lightest Chassis
Dimensions150.9 x 75.7 x 8.3 mm172 x 72 x 6.9 mm
Weight194 g205 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceIP67Not listed
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity2,942 mAh2,510 mAh
Wired Fast Charging15W wired fast charging15W wired fast charging
Wireless Charging7W wireless chargingNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 5Wi-Fi 5
Bluetooth5.05.0
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$749$1,500
Our verdict

iPhone XR wins — BeastScore 63.8/100

The iPhone XR is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (2,942 mAh vs 2,510 mAh) and lighter body (194 g vs 205 g). The Motorola Razr (2019) is worth a look if you prefer its sharper main camera (16 MP vs 12 MP).

Buy iPhone XR if you want

Larger battery: 2,942 mAh vs 2,510 mAh · Lighter: 194 g vs 205 g (11 g less)

Buy Motorola Razr (2019) if you want

More RAM: 6 GB vs 3 GB

Common questions

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

The iPhone XR is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (2,942 mAh vs 2,510 mAh) and lighter body (194 g vs 205 g). The Motorola Razr (2019) is worth a look if you prefer its sharper main camera (16 MP vs 12 MP). BeastScore: iPhone XR 63.8/100, Motorola Razr (2019) 64.5/100.

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

iPhone XR has a 6.1-inch display and 2942 mAh battery. Motorola Razr (2019) has a 6.2-inch display and 2510 mAh battery.

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

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

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