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Tom's Guide
5 days ago
- Tom's Guide
I put the Galaxy Z Flip 7 vs. Razr Ultra (2025) through a 10-round photo shootout — here's the winner
When it comes to flip-style phones, the two that should be on your radar should be the Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Razr Ultra (2025). Not only do they have more utility than the average slate phone, but they're also incredibly gifted at taking photos. In my Razr Ultra (2025) review, I said how I was thrilled to see that the phone returned to form by ditching the telephoto camera of last year's Razr Plus and replacing it with an ultrawide — so it now consists of a 50MP main shooter and a 50MP ultrawide. What's even more impressive is that I said it's the most powerful flip phone to date. Samsung would beg to differ now that its new flip phone is official, and if any of my past photo shootouts have any indication, I would bet the result would be the same. Even though I've had it for less than a week, I didn't waste time snapping photos with the Galaxy Z Flip 7. It features a 50MP main camera paired with a 12MP ultrawide, which are identical on paper to last year's Galaxy Z Flip 6. I've taken several shots from both phones under different circumstances with their cameras, then previewed the results on my laptop to see how they differ. Here's how they stack up against one another. From a quick glance, the two flip phones appear to deliver the same performance under daytime settings. When I zoom into the tree's bark on the left hand side, I really like how both phones capture the same amount of detail — like how the knots all around it are clearly defined. Upon closer inspection, though, I can tell how the Razr Ultra (2025) boosts the shadows by a smidge, which results in giving the overall shot a slightly flatter look. In comparison, the contrast is much stronger and more pronounced with the Z Flip 7. It's a narrow margin, but I'm giving it to the Galaxy Z Flip 7. Winner: Galaxy Z Flip 7 Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. When it comes to grading their ultrawide cams, the first thing I take note of are their field of views. The Galaxy Z Flip 7 has a 123-degree FoV, while the Razr Ultra (2025) has a 122-degree one. That's not enough of a difference in my opinion because it's almost impossible to tell which has the wider shot of the water fountain at Bryant Park. Instead, my attention is drawn to the brighter, overall picture of the Razr Ultra. It looks much bolder than the Galaxy Z Flip 7, but I'm also impressed by its superior detail capture — like the carvings all around the base of the fountain. Winner: Razr Ultra (2025) Due to the contrast in light with the shots above, it really impacts how they produce colors. Usually I'm a fan of more natural color tones, but the Z Flip 7 has a low contrast look that makes colors flat. The pinks in the flowers specifically show this. Meanwhile, the Razr Ultra (2025) continues to favor a higher contrast that makes the colors pop a bit more. Winner: Razr Ultra (2025) There's an overwhelming advantage on paper for the Razr Ultra (2025) and its 50MP selfie camera, especially compared to the Galaxy Z Flip 7's 10MP one. But yet again, it proves my point that you shouldn't just look into the numbers. Despite the pixel crunching numbers, the Razr Ultra suffers from overexposing the shot — including my skin tone that's unusually on the lighter side. In addition, the Galaxy Z Flip 7 does a much better job at capturing the fine details around my face and shirt. Winner: Galaxy Z Flip 7 I have to admit, the portrait shots I captured look pretty convincing thanks in part to how well they lock the focus on me while blurring out the background. Samsung's phone is a tad bit more aggressive with the bokeh on the default setting, but I also noticed how it overexposes the entire shot by a smidge. My neckline is an example of this, as the shadowed areas seem to lose detail due to the overexposure. Between them, I prefer the more realistic look of the Razr Ultra (2025) — primarily for its more accurate blurring of the background and how it keeps the better contrast on the subject. Winner: Razr Ultra (2025) When I captured the panoramas above of Bryant Park's lawn, I held both phones vertically. While the Galaxy Z Flip 7 gives me the choice of using the main or ultrawide camera, the Razr Ultra (2025) locks it to the main one. However, the Galaxy Z Flip 7's panorama shot with its main camera still captures more of the scene vertically. One thing I noticed is that both flip phones struggle with the brighter areas, like the buildings in the far background, which are way overexposed. Neither phone impresses me with the way they turned out, but the only reason why the Galaxy Z Flip 7 wins out here is because it lets me use both cameras — and gets more of the scene included in the shot. Winner: Galaxy Z Flip 7 With the shot of the flowering cactus, it's really easy to tell which phone is better for macro photography. Since it features a dedicated macro mode, I'm able to get significantly closer with the Razr Ultra (2025) — while also capturing more details around the sprouting buds coming from it. I had to move the Galaxy Z Flip 7 back further to ensure the focus was just right, but it clearly doesn't have the same closeup abilities. It's still a nice shot that softens the background, but the bland colors and weaker details capture don't make it as good. Winner: Razr Ultra (2025) All zooming is done through their respective main cameras, which places a lot on image processing algorithms to enhance their shots. Starting at 2x zoom, I feel the results are just as good as a dedicated zoom camera with an optical lens. Between them, the Razr Ultra produces the better shot by far due to its brighter overall picture. The shadows get treated with enough exposure without causing the highlights to overexpose. I really like how the sky still manages to retain an even exposure as the rest of the scene, and that's despite how the entire image gets an exposure boost. It also helps the Razr Ultra that details look a smidge sharper too. Winner: Razr Ultra (2025) Now at 10x zoom, this is where it gets interesting because this is where Samsung's updated ProVisual Engine works its magic to draw out more detail from the shot. I prefer the Razr Ultra's better contrast, but the Z Flip 7 combs over the entire shot and pulls in more detail — like the leaves on the tree and the poster on the lamp in the upper right corner. I can clearly read what the poster is showing, including the text on it, whereas the Razr Ultra's shot isn't as defined. Winner: Galaxy Z Flip 7 With the sun setting over the horizon, I captured the shots above to see how they handle the shadowed areas of the beach. Right away, I'm honestly shocked that the Galaxy Z Flip 7 has a much softer and lower contrast look. Yeah, the entire scene has an even exposure, but the Razr Ultra (2025) photo is emphasized by its stronger contrast. The grassy area in the foreground is proof of this, as it does a substantially better job at exposing individual blades of grass. There's also more detail in the sand near the middle, while the clouds don't suffer from the noisier look that the Galaxy Z Flip 7 casts with its shot. Winner: Razr Ultra (2025) Motorola Razr Ultra (2025) Galaxy Z Flip 7 Daytime X Ultrawide X Colors X Selfie X Portrait X Panorama X Macro X 2X zoom X 10X zoom X Low light X Total 6 4 In this round, the Motorola Razr Ultra (2025) takes the checkered flag for winning more of the categories — but I do plan on covering a more comprehensive look at their performances with a proper 200 photo shootout. This is a big victory for the Razr Ultra (2025), seeing that past Razrs have always fallen short against Samsung's flip phones. Needless to say I'm shocked that Samsung doesn't come out on top here, but things could change the more photos I take with the two phones to really get a feel for how they handle. Samsung's historically been better at low light, so I'm surprised by how it comes up short here. I'll need to get more shots to see if it's indeed the better camera phone, but this one's a big win for Motorola.
Tom's Guide
6 days ago
- Tom's Guide
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7: 5 reasons to buy (and 3 reasons to skip)
After Motorola released a trio of foldable flip phones earlier this year, Samsung is firing back with two new models of its own, highlighted by the Galaxy Z Flip 7. The latest version of Samsung's modernized take on the flip phones of a generation ago introduces a number of changes from previous models, as Samsung looks to re-establish itself as the device maker to turn to for the best foldable phones. And the new flip phone makes a pretty compelling case if our Galaxy Z Flip 7 hands-on is anything to go by. Along with some design changes that particularly boost the displays on the new model, the Galaxy Z Flip 7 sees software changes that deliver a more useful flip phone overall. Still, whether you've got an earlier version of the Galaxy Z Flip or are just trying to decide if you should finally give foldable phones to try, we've spotted some very good reasons in our initial testing to give the Galaxy Z Flip 7 a miss. With Galaxy Z Flip 7 preorders underway in advance of the phone's July 25 release, here are the reasons you may wind up buying the Galaxy Z Flip 7 along with reasons to pass up the chance to get this particular phone. The last version of Samsung's flip phone, the Galaxy Z Flip 6, made no changes to either of its displays, delivering a 6.7-inch main panel augmented by a 3.4-inch screen on the outside of the phone. That's a stark contrast to Motorola models like the Razr Plus and the Motorola Razr Ultra, both of which have 4-inch cover displays. The interior screens are larger, too, at 6.9 inches and 7 inches, respectively. It's safe to say that the Galaxy Z Flip 7 attempts to catch up with the latest Razrs when it comes to display size. The interior panel on the Galaxy Z Flip 7 now reaches 6.9 inches while the outer Flex Window stretches to 4.1 inches. It's not just size that makes the Z Flip 7 more usable than its predecessors. Samsung extends that Flex Window all the way to the edge of the phone, even wrapping it around the outer cameras to free up more space for you. And that interior screen delivers some nice viewing angles with vivid colors. Samsung's foldables have struggled to last a long time on a charge. The Galaxy Z Flip 6 endured for a bit more than 11 hours on our battery test, which is only a little bit ahead of the average time posted by smartphones. Can the Galaxy Z Flip 7 improve on that performance? We won't know until we finish testing the new phone. But Samsung has at least set itself up for success for increasing the size of the battery in the new model. The Galaxy Z Flip 7 offers a 4,300 mAh power pack, a modest increase from the 4,000 mAh battery that the Galaxy Z Flip 6 used. It may not be a big gain, but every little improvement helps when it comes to eking out more time between charges. Samsung isn't slowly down its Galaxy AI push, and the Galaxy Z Flip 7 is one of the big beneficiaries. Features like the Now Brief and Now Bar added with the Galaxy S25 release earlier this year are included with Samsung's latest foldable phones — with Now Bar updates even appear on the Z Flip 7's outer screen. The real boost comes from support for multimodal AI, where the Gemini assistant on board the Galaxy Z Flip 7 can use the phone's cameras to see what you're seeing — and then provide information about what it observes. My colleague John Velasco has only had a little hands-on time to test this particular feature so far, but the way he describes it certainly feels like the future. Samsung DeX is a hidden weapon on many of the best Samsung phones where you can plug your phone into a display and use it as a makeshift desktop computer. But it's also a feature that hasn't been available to Galaxy Z Flip owners — until the arrival of the Z Flip 7. DeX support has been one of the most requested features by many of my Tom's Guide colleagues, especially John Velasco. He's had a chance to try out DeX on the Galaxy Z Flip 7, and while it's not without its issues — DeX hasn't been refined for the Flip — the arrival of a long-missing feature should be celebrated. We live in a world where a Galaxy Z Fold 7 now costs $1,999 — a $100 price hike from the previous model. So any time Samsung holds the line on pricing, we're going to breathe a sigh of relief. And that's the case with the Galaxy Z Flip 7, which starts at the same $1,099 price as the Galaxy Z Flip 6 before it. Would we have preferred to see a price cut back down to the $999 cost of the Galaxy Z Flip 5? Sure, but you could argue that's the point of the $899 Galaxy Z Flip FE 7, which scales back on some of the Z Flip 7's features to offer that lower price. The point is that prices may be on the rise everywhere, but at least that doesn't apply to Samsung's new flip phones. Galaxy Z Flip 7 preorder: up to $770 off w/ trade-in @ SamsungSamsung is knocking up to $770 off Galaxy Z Flip 7 preorders when you trade-in an older phone. Additionally, you'll get a free storage upgrade with your preorder. The phone features a 6.9-inch AMOLED (2520 x 1080) inner display w/ 120Hz refresh, 4.1-inch AMOLED (948 x 1048) outer display w/ 120Hz refresh, Exynos 2500 CPU, 12GB of RAM, and 256GB of storage. You also get 50MP f/1.8 main and 12MP f/2.2 ultra-wide rear cameras and a 10MP f2.2 selfie cam. If you own a recent Galaxy Z Flip model, you probably can get by without an upgrade to the latest version unless the allure of larger screens proves too great to ignore. In other areas, the Galaxy Z Flip 7 shares a lot in common with its predecessors. Take the camera hardware, which is unchanged from the 50MP main shooter and 12MP ultrawide lens on the Galaxy Z Flip 6. That's not necessarily a bad thing, as the Z Flip 6 has been the best camera phone among foldables, but Samsung is clearly relying on its ProVisual Engine photo-processing to boost camera performance with the Z Flip 7. Likewise, Samsung hasn't changed charging speeds for the Galaxy Z Flip 7. You'll still get the 25W wired charging Samsung has offered since the Galaxy Z Flip 4. Unlike the Galaxy Z Fold 7, which will benefit from the processing power of Qualcomm's impressive Snapdragon 8 Elite system-on-chip, the Galaxy Z Flip 7 is turning to Samsung's own Exynos 2500 silicon. And while we'll need to run benchmark tests on the flip phone to see what that means for performance, it's safe to assume that the Exynos 2500 isn't going to be able to keep pace. Samsung's Exynos chips tend not to match the CPU and GPU performance numbers that top-of-the-line Snapdragon silicon posts in benchmarking. You can argue that may not matter in terms of real-world performance, but it's still a compromise you'd be making with the Galaxy Z Flip 7. And it's a particularly notable compromise since past Flip models have used Snapdragon chips. One of our favorite things about Motorola's Razr lineup is the ability to run apps on the cover displays of those phones. That's not something you can necessarily do on the Galaxy Z Flip 7, not even with the larger 4.1-inch panel on the phone's exterior. While some apps have been optimized for the Galaxy Z Flip 7's Flex Window, if you want to run apps natively, you'll need to download the Good Lock app. While that's a proven workaround, it feels like an unnecessary inconvenience, especially when a Z Flip rival shows just how easily native app support can be implemented. We'll have our full review of the Galaxy Z Flip 7 out soon, along with our definitive buying advice for the latest foldable flip phone from Samsung. But from what we've seen so far from this phone, its biggest strengths are the larger displays and new features, particularly when it comes to AI. The biggest reason to pass up the new phone boils down to how much it really improves upon older models — and from a camera and performance standpoint, the gains could be minimal.
GSM Arena
03-07-2025
- GSM Arena
Our Motorola Razr+ 2025 video review is out
In our Motorola Razr 2025 video review, we concluded that the phone holds promise, but chipset performance, battery life and camera image quality left something to be desired. Maybe the Motorola Razr+ 2025 is the better option? The truth is that the Razr+ 2025 is essentially a re-release of last year's Razr+, except with upgraded ingress protection (IP48 instead of IPX8) and a newer Android version out of the box. The Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 is no match for modern flagship chips like in the Razr Ultra 2025, but it trounces the Dimensity 7400X inside the vanilla Razr 2025. So that's one problem solved. Motorola Razr+ 2025 The battery life situation is not as big of a win. The phone doesn't last as long as its predecessor (despite having the same relevant hardware) and it only beats the vanilla Razr 2025 by a small margin. As for the camera, the plus model is the only one with a telephoto lens (50MP 2x), while the other two offer an ultra-wide instead. It's a mixed bag with some good results and some issues that need fixing. Watch the video for more details: You should also read our Motorola Razr+ 2025 review if you are considering it as your next phone. Motorola Razr+ 2025
Phone Arena
21-06-2025
- Business
- Phone Arena
The Motorola Razr+ (2025) returns with a sizzling $300 discount at Amazon
Grab the Motorola Razr+ (2025) for $300 off $300 off (30%) Amazon has returned its epic Razr+ (2025) sale, saving you a whopping $300 on the Hot Pink model. This promo will most likely expire soon, so you might want to act fast and grab Motorola's latest high-end flip phone at 30% off before it's too late. Buy at Amazon Receive the latest mobile news By subscribing you agree to our terms and conditions and privacy policy Grab Surfshark VPN now at more than 50% off and with 3 extra months for free! Secure your connection now at a bargain price! We may earn a commission if you make a purchase Check Out The Offer Announced just about two months ago, the Motorola Razr+ (2025) briefly dropped by a whopping 30% at Amazon less than two weeks ago. Expectedly, this incredible sale didn't last long, but it's back! That means you can once again save $300 on Motorola's impressive flip phone, but only in Hot case you haven't followed promos for this particular device, know that's the Razr+'s lowest price so far. For context, the official store still sells it at its standard price of nearly $1,000 and has never actually launched a discount. Also, over at Best Buy, you get a more modest $150 discount on the Mocha if you're looking for a superb flip device by Motorola that doesn't cost an arm and a leg, grab this awesome Amazon deal, and do it soon. After all, it might vanish any new Motorola Razr+ (2025) features a stunning 6.9-inch pOLED display with gimmicky 165Hz refresh rates. Its large 4-inch cover panel looks just as good, mind you. With high brightness levels and sharp resolution, the device provides stunning the display, the Razr+ (2024) successor packs a Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chip, which delivers smooth and reliable performance across the board. That said, the upcoming Galaxy Z Flip 7 will almost certainly offer more raw horsepower. If that's your top priority, it might be sensible to wait until Samsung releases its next flip far as camera capabilities go, the device should deliver good-looking images with its 50MP main camera and 50MP ultra-wide lens. Add to this awesome package an ultra-chic design and multiple Moto AI features, and you've got an excellent flip it may not be your primary choice at its standard price, the Motorola Razr+ (2025) is absolutely irresistible at 30% off. So, if you missed your first chance to save a massive $300 on it, now's the perfect moment to finally get one.
Phone Arena
09-06-2025
- Business
- Phone Arena
Amazon has the brand-new Motorola Razr+ (2025) foldable on sale at an astounding discount
There aren't a lot of guarantees in life, but in addition to selling at very reasonable prices at launch (every single time), Motorola's Razr and Edge-series handsets are frequently discounted shortly after their US commercial releases to become even harder to beat in terms of their bang for your buck. Right now, for instance, the Razr+ (2025) foldable is marked down by a staggering 300 bucks from a list price of $999.99, and as the name suggests, this is a brand-new high-end model with a decidedly premium and sophisticated design, as well as some pretty impressive specs (especially for that freshly reduced price). 5G, Unlocked, 256GB Storage, 12GB RAM, 6.9-Inch Foldable LTPO AMOLED Display with 2640 x 1080 Pixel Resolution and 165Hz Refresh Rate Technology, 4-Inch LTPO AMOLED Cover Screen with 1272 x 1080 Pixel Resolution and 165Hz Refresh Rate Support, IP48 Water and Dust Resistance, Titanium-Reinforced Hinge, 50 + 50MP Dual Rear-Facing Camera System, 32MP Front-Facing Camera, 4,000mAh Battery, 45W Wired and 15W Wireless Charging Capabilities, Hot Pink Color Buy at Amazon We're talking not just a large, sharp, and smooth 6.9-inch foldable display with a resolution of 2640 x 1080 pixels and 165Hz refresh rate technology and a powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 processor under the hood, but also a generously sized 4-inch cover screen with ultra-advanced 165Hz refresh rate support of its own and a hefty 12GB RAM count paired with a respectable 256 gigs of internal storage space. That secondary screen is considerably larger than what the "regular" Razr (2025) offers in the same department, which is notable because the Razr+ (2025) is now just as affordable as its humbler brother. That Plus moniker, of course, is justified by a number of other advantages as well, including a snappier processor, more memory, better rear-facing dual camera system, and faster charging. At $300 under its regular price, this bad boy might just be the best foldable you can buy at the time of this writing... as long as you're okay with a slightly slower chipset than the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 powering the Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Motorola's generally poorer long-term software support compared to Samsung. The Razr Plus (2025), mind you, is massively discounted only by Amazon in a single love-it-or-hate-it "Hot Pink" colorway, which almost certainly means that you don't have a lot of time to act before the price point inevitably goes back up to $999.99.
