Motorola’s new foldables, launching Thursday, include the flagship Razr Ultra 2025 with a Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, 7” inner display, and 4,700mAh battery. The standard Razr 2025 features a Dimensity 7400X chipset and slightly smaller specs. For $100 less, the Rasr 2024 is similar but lacks particle protection. The Razr+ 2025 offers an IP48 rating and Snapdragon 8s Gen 3. Alternatives like the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 provide longer OS support and solid performance. Additionally, Samsung’s tablets like the Galaxy Tab S9+ and new Surface devices offer varied features and update paths.
The upcoming Motorola foldables are set to debut on Thursday and are currently open for pre-orders. However, you may want to explore some alternatives first.
The Motorola Razr Ultra 2025 stands out as a true flagship device, featuring the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset. Alongside its 2025 counterparts, it becomes the first non-Samsung foldable to boast an IP48 rating, offering protection from both water and particles.
This model is equipped with a 7” internal display (165Hz LTPO, 1224p+, 10-bit Dolby Vision) and a 4” cover display (also 165Hz LTPO). The camera setup includes dual 50MP lenses, comprising a primary (1/1.56”, OIS) and an ultra-wide, as well as a third 50MP selfie camera. It houses a 4,700mAh battery that supports 68W wired and 30W wireless charging.
The standard Motorola Razr 2025 operates on the less robust Dimensity 7400X chipset. It features a 6.9” LTPO internal display (120Hz, lower 1080p+ resolution, 10-bit color) and a smaller 3.6” cover display running at 90Hz. The camera system includes a 50MP main sensor (1/1.95”, OIS) and a 13MP ultra-wide lens, with a 32MP selfie camera. Its 4,500mAh battery offers 30W wired and 15W wireless charging capabilities.
You can save $100 by opting for the previous model, the Motorola Razr 2024. It shares a similar chipset (Dimensity 7300X), alongside the same displays and cameras. Notably, it lacks particle protection (though it does have IPX8 water resistance) and has a slightly smaller 4,200mAh battery (30W/15W charging). Both versions are set to receive three OS updates, but the older model faces limitations.
An appealing alternative is the Motorola Razr+ 2025. This refreshed version of the 2024 Razr+ now comes with an IP48 rating (up from IPX8) and launches with Android 15, extending its update lifespan.
While it may not match the power of the Ultra, the Razr+ 2025 significantly outperforms the standard models, featuring a Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset, a 6.9” 165Hz LTPO inner display (10-bit Dolby Vision), and a 4” cover display. The camera setup boasts dual 50MP sensors with a primary (1/1.95”, OIS) and a 2x telephoto lens, alongside a 32MP selfie camera. Though its 4,000mAh battery is smaller, it supports 45W wired and 15W wireless charging. This revamped edition is $300 less than the Razr Ultra, but keep in mind it offers less memory (12/256GB vs. 16/512GB).
You might prefer the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6. Though it will be replaced soon, it still offers six OS updates (having just received One UI 7), ensuring longevity compared to the Motorolas.
This device features an overclocked Snapdragon 8 Elite and carries an IP48 rating—a pioneering achievement from Samsung. However, its displays don’t quite measure up, with a 6.7” 120Hz LTPO panel inside (1080p+, HDR10+) and a 3.4” cover display. It comes with a 4,000mAh battery with 25W wired and 15W wireless charging.
Next, let’s take a brief look at Samsung tablet deals. The Galaxy Tab S9 FE+ is an older mid-range tablet equipped with a 12.4” 90Hz IPS LCD. It runs on the Exynos 1380 chipset and is set to receive an update to Android 17. DeX support is present but limited to the tablet’s display (due to its USB-C 2.0 port). The 256GB variant is currently priced at $500 and includes a microSD slot for expanded storage.
Similarly, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9+ is from the same generation, promising an update cycle through Android 17 as well. This tablet is powered by the more formidable Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, and its 12.4” display is a 120Hz OLED panel. Additionally, DeX can be utilized on external screens (USB-C 3.2). Both models have identical 10,090mAh batteries with 45W wired charging.
The latest generation model is the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+. This tablet features a MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ chipset and is eligible for six more OS updates (having already received One UI 7). In terms of specifications and support, both tablets are quite similar.
You can also opt for a Windows counterpart in a similar size – the new Microsoft Surface Pro 12 boasts a 12” 90Hz LCD and is powered by the Snapdragon X Plus (8 cores). Unlike its Android rivals, this model offers superior connectivity with two USB-C ports and DP 1.4a support. An optional keyboard and stylus are available for those who require extensive typing.
The Microsoft Surface Laptop 13 offers a superior typing experience and, unlike tablets, does not rely on a kickstand, making it lap-friendly. It features a 13” 3:2 60Hz LCD and is powered by the Snapdragon X Plus. Although it’s heavier at 2.7lbs compared to the tablet’s 1.5lbs, it promises longer battery life—up to 23 hours versus 16 hours.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro feature a new stemmed design this generation, providing excellent audio quality, enhanced ANC, and comfortable usage – the stems allow for easier controls.
CMF recently introduced a range of four TWS earbuds. Meanwhile, the CMF Buds Pro 2 (from last year) have decreased in price and are now cheaper than the CMF Buds 2 Plus, making them a top choice for dual-driver enthusiasts.
The CMF Buds 2 Plus offer high-quality audio with LDAC (similar to the Pro) and boast better battery life (up to 14 hours for the earbuds and total of around 61 hours with the case). However, they are limited to a single driver.
The CMF Buds 2 have noise cancellation performance nearly as good as the 2 Plus and Pro 2. Featuring Dirac Opteo tuning, they lack LDAC support. All three CMF models currently available have an IP55 rating.
The CMF Buds 2a are the most affordable in the lineup but still provide some ANC (42dB vs. 48dB on Buds 2 and 50dB on the Plus and Pro) and are equipped with Dirac Tuning. They are rated IP54.
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