Motorola Razr 60 Ultra Review: The ‘It’ Flip Phone of Our Time

In the ever-evolving world of smartphones, where innovation is often incremental and design stagnation is commonplace, the Motorola Razr 60 Ultra arrives like a breath of fresh air — both nostalgic and futuristic in equal measure. Reviving the iconic clamshell form with modern-day tech, Motorola’s latest flip phone is arguably the most polished iteration of the Razr line to date. It doesn’t just ride on retro appeal — it delivers performance, style, and usability in a tight, foldable package.

As competition heats up in the foldables market with Samsung, Oppo, and even Google throwing their hats in the ring, Motorola has quietly — and now boldly — delivered a device that could easily be called the “It” flip phone of our time.

Design and Build: Retro Reinvented

The Motorola Razr 60 Ultra immediately catches the eye with its sleek and compact profile. Folded shut, it fits snugly in your palm or pocket, exuding an elegant, almost jewel-like aura. Unfold it, and you’re greeted with a seamless 6.9-inch pOLED display that feels sturdy despite the hinge mechanism.

The vegan leather finish on the back adds a touch of premium luxury while also improving grip. The aluminum frame gives it the sturdiness you want from a flagship, and Motorola has clearly improved the hinge over previous models — it now feels more fluid and less creaky, with near-zero gap when folded.

At just 190 grams and 7mm when open, it’s ultra-portable without compromising on screen real estate. The hinge supports various angles, making it ideal for hands-free selfies, video calls, and content consumption.

External Display: Function Meets Flair

One of the most compelling features of the Razr 60 Ultra is its large 3.6-inch external OLED display, which Motorola calls the Quick View display. It’s not just for checking the time or viewing notifications — this secondary screen is highly interactive.

You can reply to messages, use full keyboard typing, access maps, widgets, control music, and even launch full apps like YouTube or WhatsApp. The 144Hz refresh rate ensures everything feels smooth, and the customizable clock faces and animations give the Razr a unique personality.

Unlike competitors who use smaller cover displays for basic interactions, Motorola pushes the boundaries, making the external screen almost as usable as the main display in daily scenarios.

Display Quality: Immersive and Vibrant

The 6.9-inch FHD+ pOLED display unfolds into a near edge-to-edge screen with a 165Hz refresh rate, HDR10+ support, and up to 1400 nits peak brightness. Colors are vibrant, blacks are deep, and the high refresh rate makes scrolling buttery smooth — a pleasure whether you're watching Netflix or playing Call of Duty Mobile.

Motorola has also addressed crease concerns that typically plague foldables. The crease is still there, but it’s significantly less noticeable, especially when compared to older Razr models or even some competitors. Motorola’s implementation of Ultra Thin Glass (UTG) adds durability and gives it a more conventional glass-like touch experience.

Performance: Flagship Power Under the Hood

The Razr 60 Ultra is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor, paired with 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 512GB of UFS 3.1 storage. While it’s not the latest Gen 2 chip, performance remains top-tier for almost every use case.

Apps open instantly, multitasking is seamless, and even graphics-intensive gaming runs without stutter or overheating. The optimization with Motorola’s clean near-stock Android 14 build ensures the experience stays fluid over time.

Face unlock and fingerprint sensor (embedded in the side-mounted power button) work reliably, and 5G, Wi-Fi 6E, and Bluetooth 5.3 support ensure the Razr is future-ready in terms of connectivity.

Cameras: Surprisingly Capable

Foldables aren’t typically known for their cameras, but the Razr 60 Ultra challenges that stereotype.

On the back (which doubles as the front when folded), it sports a main 50MP OIS camera and a 13MP ultra-wide + macro sensor. The camera performance is impressive — daylight shots come out sharp with good dynamic range and color accuracy. Night photography sees improvement with the help of Night Vision mode, though it still trails behind the likes of Pixel or iPhone in low-light conditions.

The external display acts as a perfect viewfinder for rear camera selfies — one of the big advantages of a clamshell foldable. The 32MP internal selfie camera is serviceable but often redundant thanks to the ability to take higher-quality selfies using the rear cameras.

Video recording maxes out at 4K 60fps, and stabilization works well, aided by OIS and EIS. It’s a versatile camera setup that covers all bases for casual and semi-serious photographers.

Battery Life: Better Than Expected

Foldables often compromise on battery life due to space constraints, but the Razr 60 Ultra manages to pack a 3,800mAh battery, which, combined with efficient software and the Snapdragon chip, offers a full day’s use under moderate conditions.

The device supports 30W wired charging and 5W wireless charging. A 50% charge in around 25 minutes is achievable, making it quick enough for top-ups. Motorola’s battery optimization settings allow you to stretch the usage further if needed, especially when relying more on the external display.

Software Experience: Clean and Customizable

Motorola’s software experience continues to be one of the cleanest Android implementations on the market. The Razr 60 Ultra ships with Android 14, with minimal bloatware and intuitive additions like Moto Gestures (chop to turn on flashlight, twist to launch camera, etc.).

Motorola promises 3 years of Android updates and 4 years of security updates, which is now the industry norm but still reassuring for a premium device.

The external display also gets its own set of customizable widgets and themes, letting users tailor the phone to their lifestyle. There’s even a dedicated external games section for quick, low-resource games on the small screen.

Verdict: The Flip Phone, Perfected

With the Motorola Razr 60 Ultra, the brand has struck the perfect balance between nostalgia and modern tech. It’s not just a fashion statement — it's a functional flagship that offers the flexibility of two screens, a refreshing form factor, solid performance, and reliable cameras.

Yes, at a premium price (around ₹94,999 in India or $999 globally), it’s not for everyone. And yes, it lacks some bells and whistles like an IP68 rating or ultra-zoom capabilities. But for those who value design, innovation, and compactness, this is a phone that stands out in a sea of black rectangles.

Pros:

• Stunning, functional external display

• Gorgeous foldable design with durable build

• High-refresh-rate main display

• Solid performance

• Great software experience

• Improved cameras for a foldable

Cons:

• Pricey

• No IP68 rating (only IP52 splash resistance)

• Wireless charging is limited to 5W

• Low-light camera performance still not flagship level

The Motorola Razr 60 Ultra isn’t just another iteration in the foldable race — it’s a statement of how far the clamshell design has come. Stylish, capable, and practical, it’s not just the “It” flip phone of our time — it’s a powerful argument for why foldables deserve to go mainstream.