LG G4 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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Lg · 2015

LG G4

LG G4
64/ 100
Launch price$600
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.

LG G4
LG G4
2 wins
Motorola Razr (2019)
Motorola Razr (2019)
2 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplayConnectivityValue
LG G4Motorola Razr (2019)
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeedMotorola Razr (2019)
    60
    72
  • CameraLG G4
    72
    68
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieTie
    40
    40
  • BatteryTie
    58
    58
  • DisplayTie
    62
    62
  • ConnectivityMotorola Razr (2019)
    45
    53
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueLG G4
    68
    55
Key differences
  • LG G4 has the bigger battery3,000 mAh vs 2,510 mAh
  • Motorola Razr (2019) charges faster15W vs 9W
  • Motorola Razr (2019) has the bigger screen6.2" vs 5.5"
  • LG G4 is lighter155 g vs 205 g
  • LG G4 launched cheaper$600 vs $1,500
  • LG G4 has a sharper selfie camera8 MP vs 5 MP
  • Motorola Razr (2019) has newer Bluetooth5 vs 4.1
  • 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 LG G4
  • ✓50 g lighter (155 g vs 205 g), easier to hold
  • ✓$900 cheaper at launch ($600 vs $1,500)
  • ✓Bigger 3,000 mAh battery (+490 mAh)
Reasons to buy Motorola Razr (2019)
  • ✓16 MP main camera
  • ✓6.2" display at 60 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationLG G4Motorola Razr (2019)
1. Display & Screen
Screen typeIPS Quantum LCDP-OLED (foldable)
Screen Size5.5"6.2"
Resolution & Density2560x1440 (538 ppi)2142x876 (373 ppi)
Refresh Rate60 Hz60 Hz
Brightness535 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 SystemAndroid 5.1Android 9
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory3 GB LPDDR6 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage32GB128GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 LG G4 Wins Camera
Primary Camera16 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 Lens8 MP, f/25 MP, f/2
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 LG G4 Lightest Chassis
Dimensions148.9 x 76.1 x 9.8 mm172 x 72 x 6.9 mm
Weight155 g205 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceNot listedNot listed
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity3,000 mAh2,510 mAh
Wired Fast Charging9W wired fast charging15W wired fast charging
Wireless Charging4.5W 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
Bluetooth4.15.0
USB Port & SpeedMicro-USB 2.0USB-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$600$1,500
Our verdict

LG G4 and Motorola Razr (2019) are evenly matched

It's a close call. Pick the LG G4 for its bigger battery (3,000 mAh vs 2,510 mAh) and lighter body (155 g vs 205 g), or the Motorola Razr (2019) for its faster charging (15W vs 9W) and bigger screen (6.2" vs 5.5").

Buy LG G4 if you want

Larger battery: 3,000 mAh vs 2,510 mAh · Lighter: 155 g vs 205 g (50 g less)

Buy Motorola Razr (2019) if you want

Larger display: 6.2" vs 5.5" · More RAM: 6 GB vs 3 GB

Common questions

Which is better: LG G4 or Motorola Razr (2019)?

It's a close call. Pick the LG G4 for its bigger battery (3,000 mAh vs 2,510 mAh) and lighter body (155 g vs 205 g), or the Motorola Razr (2019) for its faster charging (15W vs 9W) and bigger screen (6.2" vs 5.5"). BeastScore: LG G4 63.8/100, Motorola Razr (2019) 64.5/100.

What are the main battery and display differences between LG G4 and Motorola Razr (2019)?

LG G4 has a 5.5-inch display and 3000 mAh battery. Motorola Razr (2019) has a 6.2-inch display and 2510 mAh battery.

How do LG G4 and Motorola Razr (2019) compare for speed?

LG G4 scores 60/100 for performance; Motorola Razr (2019) scores 72/100.

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