The Moto Razr and Razr Plus are victims of the downturn

The memory crisis claims two more victims. Motorola’s mid-range and entry-level phones cost $100 more than their predecessors, and have only a few upgrades to show for it.

The 2026 Razr Plus costs $1,099, up from $999. It still comes with the Snapdragon 8S Gen 3 chipset – two years old at this point – with 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. Its silicon-carbon battery offers a capacity of 4,500 mAh compared to the 4,000 mAh capacity of last year’s model, which is a big boost.

But this is its biggest improvement. The main camera hardware hasn’t changed, but Motorola has replaced the previous generation’s 50MP 2x telephoto camera with a 50MP ultra-wide camera. This seems to be the right decision; You can crop your way to get a decent 2x image, but there’s no substitute for a wider lens. The Razr’s finish and color options have been reduced from two to just one: Mountain View, a deep green with woven texture. Honestly, I like it better than last year’s mocha mousse and hot pink options.

The entry-level Razr 2026 is priced at $799 and comes with less storage than last year’s model: 128GB, down from 256GB. At least this phone gets a slight chip bump: the dimensions of the 7450X compared to the 7400X in the 2025 Razr. It also gets an extensive upgrade, from a 13MP sensor to a 50MP one. All three Razr devices are IP48 rated, meaning they are protected against immersion in water but not dust.

The Razr Standard also meets MIL-STD 810H standards for protection in extreme temperatures, wet conditions, and against drops. It also sees a modest increase in battery capacity, from 4,500 mAh to 4,800 mAh. As with last year, the entry-level Razr comes in a wide range of colors and finishes, from “textile-inspired” hematite that feels rubberier than I expected to an eye-catching bright white. It will be available for pre-order on May 14 and will go on sale on May 21.

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