Motorola has been on a roll with its Razr series, which has helped the company achieve an impressive share of the foldable device market, both globally and in the United States. I have been using the Razr Ultra 2025 Since its launch, and despite reviewing many phones since then, I keep coming back to the Razr, and it seems that I am not the only one who has taken a liking to Motorola’s flagship.
Last year’s Razr series launched around April 2025, so we expect the 2026 Razr series to arrive around the same time. We haven’t heard anything official from Motorola, but if it follows the same release schedule, it should be any day now. That being said, should you wait for the Razr 2026 series? Should you just go with him Razr 2025 Series instead?
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Why you should wait for the Razr 2026
One of the main reasons to wait for the new Razr phones is the possibility of new chipsets. The Razr 2025 series chips were very capable, especially for the price, but hope Motorola is expected to upgrade the new models to the latest SoCs. We don’t know details about what Motorola could bring to the Razr 2026 series, but with the high-end Snapdragon 8 Generation 5 and premium level Snapdragon 8 Elite Generation 5 already in some of the last android phonesWe have our fingers crossed to see these new chips in upcoming Razr models.
And with new chips come new software and artificial intelligence capabilities. Companies love to show off their latest software experiences when a new phone is released, and the Razr 2026 series will likely bring some advantages. AI automation could be on the cards, as Motorola claims been working on this for a whileallowing AI to book rideshares or order food for you with just a voice message.
Fingers crossed, this also comes via Gemini Screen Automationwhich is currently only available in the latest version pixel phones and the Galaxy S26.
Motorola has also shown its renewed AI suite called RENT. It looks like the Motorola version of Geminiallowing live conversations and even syncing between devices like Lenovo laptops. It could be a big problem for upcoming Motorola phones and I’m excited to see how Moto AI evolves.
We could also see Motorola improve its software update promise with the new phones. We’ve already seen the company promise the next Razr Fold a seven-year update, so it seems likely that Motorola will extend this to Razr foldable phones.
We can also see some changes in the camera settings. If you are someone who prefers telephoto sensors over ultra-wide cameras, then there may be good news for you. the base Razer 2026 It is rumored to come with a 3x optical zoom, suggesting we could have a telephoto sensor, although this is unconfirmed.
This could also indicate other improvements to Motorola’s cameras, something the company has been consistent about over the past few years.
Finally, leaks have shown the possible design and color options of the Razr series. The Razr 2026 and Razr Ultra 2026 will apparently adopt a similar design, which isn’t necessarily a bad thing. Motorola has been known to change its color options, and it looks like we’re in for some interesting colors and textures, like a new wood option, a purple Alcantara, and potentially a classy white model.
The Razr Ultra 2026 may be a little thicker, but it’s rumored to pack an even bigger battery, which we love to see.
Why you shouldn’t wait for the Razr 2026
I want to be excited about the Razr 2026 series, and I am, but at the same time, rumors suggest that the next phones will be half a step ahead, possibly refining what we already have.
For example, a rumor claims that the Razr Ultra 2026 may look the same Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset than its predecessor, unlike the new 8 Elite Gen 5. This is a curious move that may be a result of the ongoing RAM crisis and Motorola’s efforts to keep prices from becoming too crazy. And it’s not that the Snapdragon 8 Elite isn’t a capable chipset, but it would be disappointing to have the same chip in a new phone, especially if Motorola keeps the price the same or even increases it.
And price is definitely an important consideration. We have seen companies increase prices on older devices and the recent launch of the Moto G Stylus 2026With a price $100 higher than its predecessor, it doesn’t bode well for Motorola’s upcoming releases. The Razr Ultra is already an expensive phone, on par with the Galaxy S26 Ultra. It would be harder to justify spending more than $1,299 on a Motorola foldable phone.
If Motorola is using the same chipset in its premium foldable phone, it would have to work very hard to convince us why we need the new device. The same goes for the base model and the potential Razr Plus 2026, which we expect to get chip upgrades, even if it needs to increase the price a bit since they’re already quite a bit cheaper.
Either way, it’s an interesting conundrum: would you prefer newer chips at a higher price or the same chips at a lower (or identical) price?
With the Razr 2025 series heavily discounted right now, they’re starting to look more and more attractive as we likely get closer to the launch of the Razr 2026 series. And still, you can’t go wrong with a Razr Ultra 2025 for $799, especially when Motorola is currently offering a free upgrade to the 1TB model.
About the Razr Fold…
He razor fold It’s shaping up to be a serious contender against some of the best foldable phones on the market. Given the popularity of Motorola’s Razr foldable phones and the broader adoption of foldable phones with larger screens, Motorola seems well positioned to put up a decent fight against some of our favorites, like the Galaxy Z Fold 7.
The Razr Fold may not have the most powerful chipset, but the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 is quite powerful and you’ll probably notice the difference. He razor fold It will also have a slim profile, larger battery, and faster charging than Samsung’s current foldable model, which bodes well for the device. The company is also touting its camera prowess, with a 50MP triple camera setup on the rear that already has high ratings from DXOMARK, which calls it the “number one foldable camera system.”
Another way the Razr Fold will be ahead of the competition is its support for an active stylus. Samsung removed S Pen support from the Galaxy Z Fold 7, to the dismay of many, so having it on the Razr Fold may appeal to those who really want to take advantage of that big screen.
Of course, we don’t know when the Razr Fold will arrive, although it seems more and more will arrive sometime in maywhich is just around the corner. That said, the phone already looks quite expensive overseas, which doesn’t bode well for prices in North America.
We’ll have to wait and see if Motorola releases the Razr Fold alongside the rest of the Razr series, but so far it looks like it’s worth the wait, even if you’re on the fence about foldable phones.
