Buying a folding smartphone: What do you get for over 800 euros?

The Motorola Razr 70 is available for around US$ 800 (e.g. at amazon.com). A hefty price for a smartphone, you can expect a lot for that, right? Well, it is a clamshell foldable, i.e. a folding smartphone that folds up at the short end.

Of course, this requires quite complex technology and an additional display on the outside to be able to see notifications even when closed.

You have to make compromises somewhere and so you get a foldable with good display quality, but significant weaknesses in performance and software support.

Price positioning in the market

The price for the Razr 70 has already fallen significantly in some markets and the predecessor is available for around US$ 560.

If you wait a little longer, you will soon be able to get the foldable for even less.

Comparison with alternatives

A Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 is only slightly more expensive, but offers longer updates and better performance.

Of course, the style factor is not quite as high as with the Motorola Razr 70: Samsung’s smartphone has a rather restrained design.

User context for purchase decision

A user who is primarily looking for a compact foldable for everyday use will find the Razr 70 a good option.

Those who require performance and long-term support should perhaps opt for a different model. This is where the Razr 70 clearly has its weaknesses.

Conclusion on the price-performance ratio

The Razr 70 is a very attractive clamshell foldable that will satisfy lovers of bright and true-color displays. However, performance weaknesses and short support remain critical points for the overall impression.

You can find a more detailed analysis of the clamshell phone in our detailed review of the Motorola Razr 70.

Editor of the original article: Florian Schmitt – Managing Editor Mobile – 1505 articles published on Notebookcheck since 2009

I initially wrote about gaming laptops when I joined Notebookcheck in 2009. I was then involved with the setup of the comparison portal Notebookinfo and worked with social media concepts for large companies like BMW and Adidas, while also returning to work for Notebookcheck in 2012. Nowadays, I focus on smartphones, tablets, and future technologies. Since 2018 I have been Managing Editor for mobile device reviews, working alongside my colleague Daniel Schmidt.