Motorola Razr 40 Ultra vs vivo S2 FE: Which One Should You Buy?

vivo S2 FE edges ahead with a BeastScore of 76.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
Comparing 2 devicesSwipe ⇄
Motorola · 2023

Motorola Razr 40 Ultra

Motorola Razr 40 Ultra
74/ 100
Launch price$999
Vivo · 2026

vivo S2 FE

vivo S2 FE
76/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

vivo S2 FE wins 3 of 7 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

Motorola Razr 40 Ultra
Motorola Razr 40 Ultra
2 wins
vivo S2 FE
vivo S2 FE
3 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplaySecurityValue
Motorola Razr 40 Ultravivo S2 FE
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeedMotorola Razr 40 Ultra
    80
    70
  • CameraTie
    72
    72
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieTie
    88
    88
  • Batteryvivo S2 FE
    58
    99
  • DisplayMotorola Razr 40 Ultra
    96
    82
  • ConnectivityNot enough data
  • Securityvivo S2 FE
    34
    100
  • Valuevivo S2 FE
    55
    85
Key differences
  • vivo S2 FE has the bigger battery10,000 mAh vs 3,800 mAh
  • vivo S2 FE charges faster44W vs 30W
  • vivo S2 FE has a sharper main camera50 MP vs 12 MP
  • Motorola Razr 40 Ultra has a smoother screen165 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • Motorola Razr 40 Ultra has the bigger screen6.9" vs 6.83"
  • Motorola Razr 40 Ultra has the faster chipSnapdragon 8+ Gen 1 vs MediaTek Dimensity 7300e
  • vivo S2 FE is better protected from water and dustIP68 vs IP52
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy Motorola Razr 40 Ultra
  • ✓12 MP main camera
  • ✓6.9" display at 165 Hz
Reasons to buy vivo S2 FE
  • ✓Bigger 10,000 mAh battery (+6,200 mAh)
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.83" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationMotorola Razr 40 Ultravivo S2 FE
1. Display & Screen🏆 Motorola Razr 40 Ultra Wins Display
Screen typepOLEDAMOLED
Screen Size6.9"6.83"
Resolution & Density2640x1080 (413 ppi)N/A
Refresh Rate165 Hz120 Hz
Brightness1,400 nits peakN/A
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Motorola Razr 40 Ultra Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorSnapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4nm)MediaTek Dimensity 7300e
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsAdreno 730Not listed
Operating SystemAndroid 13Android 16
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB LPDDRN/A
Internal Storage256GBN/A
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera12 MP, f/1.7, OIS50 MP
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)None (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera13 MP, f/2.2N/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens32 MP, f/2.432 MP
7. Body & Dimensions
Dimensions170.8 x 74 x 7.1 mmN/A
Weight184.5 gN/A
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceIP52IP68/IP69
8. Battery & Charging🏆 vivo S2 FE Wins Battery
Battery Capacity3,800 mAh10,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging30W wired fast charging44W wired fast charging
Wireless Charging5W wireless chargingNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 6ENot listed
Bluetooth5.3Not listed
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 2.0Not listed
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch Price$999Price on request
Our verdict

vivo S2 FE wins — BeastScore 76.0/100

The vivo S2 FE is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (10,000 mAh vs 3,800 mAh) and faster charging (44W vs 30W). The Motorola Razr 40 Ultra is worth a look if you prefer its smoother screen (165 Hz vs 120 Hz).

Buy Motorola Razr 40 Ultra if you want

Smoother display: 165 Hz vs 120 Hz

Buy vivo S2 FE if you want

Larger battery: 10,000 mAh vs 3,800 mAh · Faster wired charging: 44W vs 30W

Common questions

Which is better: Motorola Razr 40 Ultra or vivo S2 FE?

The vivo S2 FE is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (10,000 mAh vs 3,800 mAh) and faster charging (44W vs 30W). The Motorola Razr 40 Ultra is worth a look if you prefer its smoother screen (165 Hz vs 120 Hz). BeastScore: Motorola Razr 40 Ultra 74.3/100, vivo S2 FE 76.0/100.

What are the main battery and display differences between Motorola Razr 40 Ultra and vivo S2 FE?

Motorola Razr 40 Ultra has a 6.9-inch display and 3800 mAh battery. vivo S2 FE has a 6.83-inch display and 10000 mAh battery.

How do Motorola Razr 40 Ultra and vivo S2 FE compare for speed?

Motorola Razr 40 Ultra scores 80/100 for performance; vivo S2 FE scores 70/100.

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