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Motorola razr fold vs Samsung Galaxy A17

Real specs. Clear sources.Exact variants · Checked 26 Sept 2026
Motorola

razr fold

8.09″ · LTPO pOLED · 120 Hz · Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5

16 GB RAM · 512 GB · PANTONE Blackened Blue · with moto pen ultra · UK PBAX0000GBFull product profile
Motorola razr fold in PANTONE Blackened Blue, official front and rear product viewPANTONE Blackened Blue
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WHO EACH ONE SUITS

Choose the Galaxy A17 if…

Preferences from sourced specifications that differ, not a verdict.
See the 21 verified differences
Samsung

Galaxy A17

6.7″ · Super AMOLED · 90 Hz · Octa-core CPU (2.2 GHz and 2 GHz)

128 GB · Black · UK SM-A175FZKBEUBFull product profile
Samsung Galaxy A17 in Black, official product viewBlack
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Listed configurations: razr fold 512 GB, Galaxy A17 128 GB. Storage is a tier you choose, not a difference between the models; no matching tier is listed for both yet.

THE DIFFERENCES, MADE VISIBLE

Visual facts

Differences first. Select a topic for its graphic, sources and conditions.

How to read this comparison
How to read this comparison
  • Manufacturer facts for the exact models shown. Not a quality rating or a test result.
  • “Different” means the known values differ, not that one is better.
  • Missing or conflicting evidence is marked and never counts as a difference. Source chips hold each fact’s sources and conditions.

Not verified for either phone, so not charted: Pixel density. Missing evidence is not a difference.

SPECIFICATIONS SIDE BY SIDE6 topics
SELECTED TOPIC
01 / 06

Chipset

A different chip or core configuration is a hardware change, not a measured performance uplift.

razr foldQualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5

Octa-core CPU up to 3.8 GHz, TSMC 3 nm (N3P); Adreno A829 GPU; Qualcomm AI Engine (Hexagon NPU).

Galaxy A17Octa-core CPU (2.2 GHz and 2 GHz)

Samsung's specification does not name the chipset.

Explore the full specifications
razr fold

1.39″ larger diagonal.

Bigger is a preference, not a quality score.

razr fold
8.09″
Galaxy A17
6.7″

Relative diagonals · illustrative shape, not actual size

DATA INCOMPLETE

Camera details matter.

Dedicated telephoto reach. No digital or crop zoom.

razr fold
3×
Galaxy A17
Not verified

Lens illustration · not an image-quality test

DATA INCOMPLETE

Playback on paper.

Up-to claims. Different test methods; no endurance winner.

razr fold
Not verified
Galaxy A17
Up to 18h

Arcs on a shared 0–40 h scale · not mixed-use battery life

WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?

Key differences

Full specifications ↓

21 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. 5 are also drawn in Visual facts above. Missing information stays separate.

razr foldQualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5
Galaxy A17Octa-core CPU (2.2 GHz and 2 GHz)
Sources
razr fold

Octa-core CPU up to 3.8 GHz, TSMC 3 nm (N3P); Adreno A829 GPU; Qualcomm AI Engine (Hexagon NPU).

Motorola UK motorola razr fold product page, selectable SKUs and full specifications
Galaxy A17

Samsung's specification does not name the chipset.

Samsung UK Galaxy A17 technical specifications — SM-A175FZKBEUB

Different hardware. A chip name or generation does not quantify real-world performance.

Display specification

razr foldMain: 8.09-inch LTPO pOLED, 2484 × 2232 (2K), 120 Hz, 6,200 nits peak; Cover: 6.56-inch LTPO pOLED, 2520 × 1080, 165 Hz, 6,000 nits peak
Galaxy A176.7-inch Super AMOLED; 2340 × 1080
Sources
razr fold

Main display Ultra Thin Glass; cover Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 3; both 10-bit. Peak brightness claims; Motorola lists 500 nits as the default. The US page rounds the sizes to 8.1 and 6.6 inches.

Motorola UK motorola razr fold product page, selectable SKUs and full specifications
Galaxy A17

Measured as a full rectangle: 169.1 mm (6.7-inch); 164.5 mm (6.5-inch) with rounded corners. Resolution class: FHD+.

Samsung UK Galaxy A17 technical specifications — SM-A175FZKBEUBSamsung UK Galaxy A17 product page

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

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Update policy

razr fold7 OS updates and up to 7 years of security updates from the global launch date (security updates until 03/2033)
Galaxy A17Security updates until 30 September 2031
Sources
razr fold

Overview: 'Seven years of Android® OS and security updates', footnote 10: 'Includes 7 OS updates and up to 7 years of security updates starting from the global launch date. May vary by market, network provider and/or model.' The specification table's Security Updates row reads '7 years (until 03/2033)*', the asterisk pointing to Motorola's UK PSTI defined-support-period statement.

Motorola UK motorola razr fold product page, selectable SKUs and full specifications
Galaxy A17

This is an end date for security updates, not a number of years remaining from purchase.

Samsung UK Galaxy A17 technical specifications — SM-A175FZKBEUB

Distinguish Android upgrades from security coverage. A total term from launch is not the support remaining from today or from purchase.

Minimum promised Android OS upgrades

razr fold7 upgrades
Galaxy A176 upgrades
Sources
razr fold

Motorola: 'Includes 7 OS updates … starting from the global launch date. May vary by market, network provider and/or model.' Whether the preinstalled Android version counts is not stated.

Motorola UK motorola razr fold product page, selectable SKUs and full specifications
Galaxy A17

Six OS generations and six years of security updates counted from the first global launch date, per Samsung UK; not six upgrades remaining from purchase. Samsung states the policies are subject to change.

Samsung UK Galaxy A17 product page

Distinguish Android upgrades from security coverage. A total term from launch is not the support remaining from today or from purchase.

Battery and charging

razr fold6,000 mAh silicon-carbon; 80 W wired, 50 W wireless, 5 W reverse wireless
Galaxy A175000 mAh
Sources
razr fold

UK table lists '80W / 50W / 5W'; the US page labels them wired, wireless and reverse charging. Motorola claims about 10 minutes for 0–30% and about 60 minutes for 0–100% wired, and over 43 hours of battery life. Manufacturer claims, not tests. No charger is listed in the box.

Motorola UK motorola razr fold product page, selectable SKUs and full specificationsMotorola US motorola razr fold - 2026 product page and specifications (regional comparison)
Galaxy A17

Typical capacity. Samsung claims up to 18 hours of video playback. Real battery life depends on use.

Samsung UK Galaxy A17 technical specifications — SM-A175FZKBEUB

Manufacturer claims for the stated mode and equipment. Read each test condition; this is not measured everyday battery life.

Ingress protection rating

In Visual facts
razr foldIP48 & IP49
Galaxy A17IP54
Sources
razr fold

UK table 'IP48 & IP49'; the UK overview and the US page cite only IP49, and the EU label linked for this SKU shows IP48. Footnote 9: tested to IP49 standards under controlled laboratory conditions; not waterproof.

Motorola UK motorola razr fold product page, selectable SKUs and full specificationsMotorola US motorola razr fold - 2026 product page and specifications (regional comparison)
Galaxy A17

Samsung laboratory claim: sprayed with 10 litres of fresh water per minute for 5 minutes at all angles. Not advised for beach or pool use; resistance is not permanent and may diminish with wear. Not a submersion rating.

Samsung UK Galaxy A17 product page

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Dimensions

razr fold144.47 × 160.05 × 4.55 mm open (width × height × depth as listed); folded: 160.05 × 73.6 × 9.89 mm
Galaxy A17164.4 x 77.9 x 7.5 mm (height × width × depth)
Sources
razr fold

UK page: closed 160.05 × 73.6 × 9.89 mm; open 144.47 × 160.05 × 4.55 mm. The US page lists closed 160.05 × 73.6 × 10.04 mm and open 144.47 × 160.05 × 4.7 mm; the reason for the different depths is not stated, so the UK figures are used for this UK SKU.

Motorola UK motorola razr fold product page, selectable SKUs and full specificationsMotorola US motorola razr fold - 2026 product page and specifications (regional comparison)

A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.

Closed thickness (foldable measured folded)

razr fold9.89 mm
Galaxy A177.5 mm
Sources

A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product. The foldable's published figure is its folded body. Folded and open dimensions describe different states; check the separately labelled source figures.

Camera system

razr foldWide: 50 MP (f/1.6, 1/1.28", OIS); Ultra-wide & macro: 50 MP (f/2.0, 122.1°); Periscope telephoto: 50 MP, 3x optical (f/2.4, OIS); Front: 20 MP (outer) and 32 MP (inner), f/2.4; Video: up to 8K 30 fps
Galaxy A17Rear: 50 MP + 5 MP + 2 MP; Front: 13 MP; Video: up to FHD 30 fps
Sources
razr fold

The overview names the main sensor as Sony LYTIA 828. Front camera 1: 20 MP, 90°; front camera 2: 32 MP, 88.5°. The UK overview says 'a 20MP external and 32MP internal selfie camera', and the US table labels them 'Front Camera 1 - Closed' (20MP) and 'Front Camera 2 - Open' (32MP).

Motorola UK motorola razr fold product page, selectable SKUs and full specificationsMotorola US motorola razr fold - 2026 product page and specifications (regional comparison)
Galaxy A17

Video recording resolution: FHD (1920 x 1080) at 30 fps.

Samsung UK Galaxy A17 technical specifications — SM-A175FZKBEUB

Compare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.

Small physical differences (1)
Configuration & compatibility details (3)

RAM and storage configuration

razr fold16 GB RAM (LPDDR5X); 512 GB storage (UFS 4.1)
Galaxy A174 GB RAM; 128 GB storage
Sources
razr fold

Motorola's UK table places 512 GB/UFS 4.1 under an 'Expandable Storage' heading; no memory-card slot is described, so card support is not claimed. RAM Boost (up to 16 GB virtual) is not counted as RAM.

Motorola UK motorola razr fold product page, selectable SKUs and full specifications

A configuration choice: the storage tier of each exact variant compared. Most models are sold in several tiers, so this is not a difference between the models.

Regional SIM / network configuration

razr foldUK PBAX0000GB (XT2651-1); physical SIM + eSIM; 5G sub-6
Galaxy A17UK SM-A175FZKBEUB; 4G; dual SIM (2 nano-SIMs; the second slot is shared with microSD)
Sources
razr fold

Motorola's UK page links the EU energy-label PDF for SKU PBAX0000GB (energyRatingDTO iconLink https://p4-ofp.static.pub/ShareResource/we/moto/EU_Label/horizon_motorola_razr_fold.45823df83402a049.pdf), which reads 'motorola razr fold (XT2651-1)'. The page's hardware string 'PHNMOTO XT2651-1 GB FIFA16+512DS RTL PEN' belongs to the sibling FIFA World Cup 26 Collection SKU PBAX0035GB, not to PBAX0000GB. The US 'motorola razr fold - 2026' is XT2651-2 (US SKUs PBAY0003US and PBAY0006US). Check carrier support before cross-region use.

Motorola UK motorola razr fold product page, selectable SKUs and full specificationsMotorola US motorola razr fold - 2026 product page and specifications (regional comparison)
Galaxy A17

Samsung lists: Dual-SIM; Nano-SIM (4FF); SIM 1 + Hybrid (SIM or MicroSD); 2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD. Check carrier support if you plan to use it outside the UK.

Samsung UK Galaxy A17 technical specifications — SM-A175FZKBEUB

These descriptions or measurements differ. Wording alone does not establish a different capability; check the exact configuration.

Missing or non-comparable evidence (68)

Front camera optical stabilisation

razr foldNot verified
Galaxy A17No
Sources
razr fold

The UK table lists no OIS entry for either front camera. Motorola's US page for the motorola razr fold - 2026 (XT2651-2) states 'OIS - No' for both front cameras; that regional page is not treated as proof for the UK SKU, so the UK value stays unknown.

Motorola UK motorola razr fold product page, selectable SKUs and full specificationsMotorola US motorola razr fold - 2026 product page and specifications (regional comparison)

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Claimed video playback

razr foldNot verified
Galaxy A1718 hours
Sources
razr fold

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy A17

Video Playback Time (Hours, Wireless); manufacturer up-to claim. Protocols differ across brands.

Samsung UK Galaxy A17 technical specifications — SM-A175FZKBEUB

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Published security support term

razr fold7 years
Galaxy A17Not verified
Sources
razr fold

Security updates: '7 years (until 03/2033)*' in the UK table; footnote 10 says up to 7 years of security updates starting from the global launch date and 7 OS updates, and that terms may vary by market, network provider and/or model.

Motorola UK motorola razr fold product page, selectable SKUs and full specifications
Galaxy A17

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Circle to Search

razr foldNot verified
Galaxy A17Yes
Sources
razr fold

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy A17

Google feature; Samsung states service availability may vary by country, language and device model and requires an internet connection.

Samsung UK Galaxy A17 product page

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Cover glass

razr foldNot verified
Galaxy A17Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+
Sources
razr fold

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy A17

Samsung states Gorilla Glass Victus+ is applied to the front of the device; no rear-glass or drop-proof claim is made.

Samsung UK Galaxy A17 product page

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

In the box (UK)

razr foldmotorola razr fold + moto pen ultra · USB Type-C cable · guides · SIM tool
Galaxy A17Not verified
Sources
razr fold

UK SKU bundles the moto pen ultra; the US razr fold - 2026 lists only the phone, cable, guides and SIM tool. No charger listed.

Motorola UK motorola razr fold product page, selectable SKUs and full specificationsMotorola US motorola razr fold - 2026 product page and specifications (regional comparison)
Galaxy A17

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Published network bands (UK page)

razr fold5G: n1/2/3/5/7/8/12/13/14/20/25/26/28/29/30/38/40/41/48/66/70/71/75/77/78 · 4G: B1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/13/14/17/18/19/20/25/26/28/29/30/32/34/38/39/40/41/42/43/48/66/71 · 3G: W1/2/4/5/8 · 2G: GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Galaxy A17Not verified
Sources
Galaxy A17

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Optical-quality zoom

razr foldNot verified
Galaxy A17Not verified
Sources
razr fold

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy A17

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Pixel density

razr foldNot verified
Galaxy A17Not verified
Sources
razr fold

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy A17

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Sensors

razr foldNot verified
Galaxy A17Accelerometer, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing
Sources
razr fold

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Reverse wireless charging

razr foldYes
Galaxy A17Not verified
Sources
razr fold

The UK Charging row lists '5W' with footnote 20: 'Applicable to other compatible devices that are capable of receiving a wireless charge.' The US page labels the 5 W figure 'Reverse charging'. 5 W is Motorola's stated rating, not a measured rate.

Motorola UK motorola razr fold product page, selectable SKUs and full specificationsMotorola US motorola razr fold - 2026 product page and specifications (regional comparison)
Galaxy A17

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

8K video recording

razr foldYes
Galaxy A17Not verified
Sources
razr fold

Camera attribution not stated (see video recording).

Motorola UK motorola razr fold product page, selectable SKUs and full specifications
Galaxy A17

Samsung lists FHD (1920 x 1080)@30fps under Video Recording Resolution. It does not explicitly state an 8K capability exclusion; absence remains unknown. Video Playing Resolution describes playback, not camera capture.

Samsung UK Galaxy A17 technical specifications — SM-A175FZKBEUB

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Video recording

razr fold8K at 30 fps; 4K at 60/30 fps; FHD at 60/30 fps; FHD slow motion at 240 fps
Galaxy A17Not verified
Sources
razr fold

Motorola lists these formats under a 'Front Camera Video Capture' heading that mixes photo, video and certification rows; the formats are not attributed per camera.

Motorola UK motorola razr fold product page, selectable SKUs and full specifications
Galaxy A17

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

3 shared fields have the same recorded value.

COMPARE THE DETAILS

Full specifications

All specs98 specificationsrazr foldGalaxy A17
243g
Phone weight; the bundled moto pen ultra is separate.
190g
144.47 × 160.05 × 4.55 mm open (width × height × depth as listed); folded: 160.05 × 73.6 × 9.89 mmUK page: closed 160.05 × 73.6 × 9.89 mm; open 144.47 × 160.05 × 4.55 mm. The US page lists closed 160.05 × 73.6 × 10.04 mm and open 144.47 × 160.05 × 4.7 mm; the reason for the different depths is not stated, so the UK figures are used for this UK SKU.
164.4 x 77.9 x 7.5 mm (height × width × depth)
foldableBook-style foldable with a full-size cover display.
slab
Form Factor
Sources
Not verified
Touchscreen Bar
8.09″
Main / inner screen diagonal
6.7″
Full-rectangle nominal diagonal; rounded corners reduce viewable area.
Published peak brightnessManufacturer peak claims use different test conditions.
Sources
6200 nitsClaimed peak brightness (main) · Manufacturer peak claim; 500 nits default.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
120Hz
Main display maximum refresh rate
90Hz
Samsung UK states a 90 Hz maximum refresh rate for this model; a minimum adaptive rate is not stated.
Main: 8.09-inch LTPO pOLED, 2484 × 2232 (2K), 120 Hz, 6,200 nits peak; Cover: 6.56-inch LTPO pOLED, 2520 × 1080, 165 Hz, 6,000 nits peakMain display Ultra Thin Glass; cover Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 3; both 10-bit. Peak brightness claims; Motorola lists 500 nits as the default. The US page rounds the sizes to 8.1 and 6.6 inches.
6.7-inch Super AMOLED; 2340 × 1080Measured as a full rectangle: 169.1 mm (6.7-inch); 164.5 mm (6.5-inch) with rounded corners. Resolution class: FHD+.
Colour Depth (Main Display)
Sources
Not verified
16M
Native telephoto reach
Sources
3×Dedicated telephoto reach
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
YesCamera attribution not stated (see video recording).
Not verifiedSamsung lists FHD (1920 x 1080)@30fps under Video Recording Resolution. It does not explicitly state an 8K capability exclusion; absence remains unknown. Video Playing Resolution describes playback, not camera capture.
Wide: 50 MP (f/1.6, 1/1.28", OIS); Ultra-wide & macro: 50 MP (f/2.0, 122.1°); Periscope telephoto: 50 MP, 3x optical (f/2.4, OIS); Front: 20 MP (outer) and 32 MP (inner), f/2.4; Video: up to 8K 30 fpsThe overview names the main sensor as Sony LYTIA 828. Front camera 1: 20 MP, 90°; front camera 2: 32 MP, 88.5°. The UK overview says 'a 20MP external and 32MP internal selfie camera', and the US table labels them 'Front Camera 1 - Closed' (20MP) and 'Front Camera 2 - Open' (32MP).
Rear: 50 MP + 5 MP + 2 MP; Front: 13 MP; Video: up to FHD 30 fpsVideo recording resolution: FHD (1920 x 1080) at 30 fps.
Not verifiedAutofocus is not stated for any rear camera.
Yes
YesOIS listed for the wide and periscope telephoto cameras; none listed for the ultra-wide.
Yes
Main camera optical stabilisation
Sources
Yes
Not verified
Not verifiedThe manufacturer does not say whether either front camera has autofocus.
No
Not verifiedThe UK table lists no OIS entry for either front camera. Motorola's US page for the motorola razr fold - 2026 (XT2651-2) states 'OIS - No' for both front cameras; that regional page is not treated as proof for the UK SKU, so the UK value stays unknown.
No
Rear Camera - Resolution (Multiple)
Sources
Not verified
50.0 MP + 5.0 MP + 2.0 MP
Rear Camera - F Number (Multiple)
Sources
Not verified
F1.8, F2.2, F2.4
Rear Camera Zoom
Sources
Not verified
Digital Zoom up to 10x
Front Camera - Resolution
Sources
Not verified
13.0 MP
Front Camera - F Number
Sources
Not verified
F2.0
Rear Camera - Flash
Sources
Not verified
Yes
Front Camera - Flash
Sources
Not verified
No
Claimed video playbackUp-to manufacturer claims. Playback protocols differ.
Sources
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
18 hoursVideo Playback Time (Hours, Wireless); manufacturer up-to claim. Protocols differ across brands.
Wireless charging
Sources
Yes
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
6,000 mAh silicon-carbon; 80 W wired, 50 W wireless, 5 W reverse wirelessUK table lists '80W / 50W / 5W'; the US page labels them wired, wireless and reverse charging. Motorola claims about 10 minutes for 0–30% and about 60 minutes for 0–100% wired, and over 43 hours of battery life. Manufacturer claims, not tests. No charger is listed in the box.
5000 mAhTypical capacity. Samsung claims up to 18 hours of video playback. Real battery life depends on use.
6000 mAh
5000 mAhManufacturer capacity; not an endurance test.
Wireless charging power
Sources
50 W
Not verified
YesThe UK Charging row lists '5W' with footnote 20: 'Applicable to other compatible devices that are capable of receiving a wireless charge.' The US page labels the 5 W figure 'Reverse charging'. 5 W is Motorola's stated rating, not a measured rate.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Minimum Battery Endurance in Cycles
Sources
Not verified
1200
Published support term
Sources
7 yearsPublished security support term · Security updates: '7 years (until 03/2033)*' in the UK table; footnote 10 says up to 7 years of security updates starting from the global launch date and 7 OS updates, and that terms may vary by market, network provider and/or model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
7 OS updates and up to 7 years of security updates from the global launch date (security updates until 03/2033)Overview: 'Seven years of Android® OS and security updates', footnote 10: 'Includes 7 OS updates and up to 7 years of security updates starting from the global launch date. May vary by market, network provider and/or model.' The specification table's Security Updates row reads '7 years (until 03/2033)*', the asterisk pointing to Motorola's UK PSTI defined-support-period statement.
Security updates until 30 September 2031This is an end date for security updates, not a number of years remaining from purchase.
7 upgradesMotorola: 'Includes 7 OS updates … starting from the global launch date. May vary by market, network provider and/or model.' Whether the preinstalled Android version counts is not stated.
6 upgradesSix OS generations and six years of security updates counted from the first global launch date, per Samsung UK; not six upgrades remaining from purchase. Samsung states the policies are subject to change.
Launch operating system
Sources
Android 16
Not verified
External Storage Support
Sources
Not verified
MicroSD (Up to 2TB)
Stereo Support
Sources
Not verified
No
Samsung DeX Support
Sources
Not verified
No
SmartThings Support
Sources
Not verified
Yes
Circle to Search
Sources
razr foldNo source recorded
Not verified
YesGoogle feature; Samsung states service availability may vary by country, language and device model and requires an internet connection.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5Octa-core CPU up to 3.8 GHz, TSMC 3 nm (N3P); Adreno A829 GPU; Qualcomm AI Engine (Hexagon NPU).
Octa-core CPU (2.2 GHz and 2 GHz)Samsung's specification does not name the chipset.
16 GB RAM (LPDDR5X); 512 GB storage (UFS 4.1)Motorola's UK table places 512 GB/UFS 4.1 under an 'Expandable Storage' heading; no memory-card slot is described, so card support is not claimed. RAM Boost (up to 16 GB virtual) is not counted as RAM.
4 GB RAM; 128 GB storage
UK PBAX0000GB (XT2651-1); physical SIM + eSIM; 5G sub-6Motorola's UK page links the EU energy-label PDF for SKU PBAX0000GB (energyRatingDTO iconLink https://p4-ofp.static.pub/ShareResource/we/moto/EU_Label/horizon_motorola_razr_fold.45823df83402a049.pdf), which reads 'motorola razr fold (XT2651-1)'. The page's hardware string 'PHNMOTO XT2651-1 GB FIFA16+512DS RTL PEN' belongs to the sibling FIFA World Cup 26 Collection SKU PBAX0035GB, not to PBAX0000GB. The US 'motorola razr fold - 2026' is XT2651-2 (US SKUs PBAY0003US and PBAY0006US). Check carrier support before cross-region use.
UK SM-A175FZKBEUB; 4G; dual SIM (2 nano-SIMs; the second slot is shared with microSD)Samsung lists: Dual-SIM; Nano-SIM (4FF); SIM 1 + Hybrid (SIM or MicroSD); 2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD. Check carrier support if you plan to use it outside the UK.
Cover screen diagonal
Sources
6.56 in
Not verified
Cover display maximum refresh rate
Sources
165 Hz
Not verified
IP48 & IP49UK table 'IP48 & IP49'; the UK overview and the US page cite only IP49, and the EU label linked for this SKU shows IP48. Footnote 9: tested to IP49 standards under controlled laboratory conditions; not waterproof.
IP54Samsung laboratory claim: sprayed with 10 litres of fresh water per minute for 5 minutes at all angles. Not advised for beach or pool use; resistance is not permanent and may diminish with wear. Not a submersion rating.
USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen 1) with DisplayPort 1.2; no 3.5 mm jack
USB Type-C; USB 2.0
No
Not verifiedSamsung lists USB Type-C under Earjack and does not say whether there is also a separate 3.5 mm jack.
Wi-Fi 7 / 6E / 6 / 5 · Bluetooth 6.0 · NFC · UWB · GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, BeiDou, NavIC
Wi-Fi 5 (2.4 and 5 GHz); Bluetooth 5.3Samsung lists Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac 2.4GHz+5GHz, VHT80 and Bluetooth v5.3.
Published network bands (UK page)
Sources
5G: n1/2/3/5/7/8/12/13/14/20/25/26/28/29/30/38/40/41/48/66/70/71/75/77/78 · 4G: B1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/13/14/17/18/19/20/25/26/28/29/30/32/34/38/39/40/41/42/43/48/66/71 · 3G: W1/2/4/5/8 · 2G: GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Not verified
Authentication
Sources
Side fingerprint sensor · face unlock
Not verified
motorola razr fold + moto pen ultra · USB Type-C cable · guides · SIM toolUK SKU bundles the moto pen ultra; the US razr fold - 2026 lists only the phone, cable, guides and SIM tool. No charger listed.
Not verified
Video recording
Sources
8K at 30 fps; 4K at 60/30 fps; FHD at 60/30 fps; FHD slow motion at 240 fpsMotorola lists these formats under a 'Front Camera Video Capture' heading that mixes photo, video and certification rows; the formats are not attributed per camera.
Not verified
moto pen ultra included with this UK SKUPen support and inclusion are stated by the SKU name; pen specifications are not part of this record.
Not verified
Not verifiedThe UK page loads prices from a separate API that was not captured; no price is recorded.
£209Manufacturer's UK list price in September 2026; retailer prices may differ.
Memory card support
Sources
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Yes
Video Recording Resolution
Sources
Not verified
FHD (1920 x 1080)@30fps
Slow Motion
Sources
Not verified
120fps @HD
Available Storage (GB)
Sources
Not verified
105.8
Number of SIM
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Not verified
Dual-SIM
SIM size
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Not verified
Nano-SIM (4FF)
SIM Slot Type
Sources
Not verified
SIM 1 + Hybrid (SIM or MicroSD)
Infra
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Not verified
2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD
2G GSM
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Not verified
GSM850, GSM900, DCS1800, PCS1900
3G UMTS
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Not verified
B1(2100), B5(850), B8(900)
4G FDD LTE
Sources
Not verified
B1(2100), B3(1800), B5(850), B7(2600), B8(900), B20(800), B28(700)
4G TDD LTE
Sources
Not verified
B38(2600), B40(2300), B41(2500)
USB Interface
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Not verified
USB Type-C
USB Version
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Not verified
USB 2.0
Location Technology
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Not verified
GPS, Glonass, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS
Earjack
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Not verified
USB Type-C
MHL
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Not verified
No
Wi-Fi
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Not verified
802.11a/b/g/n/ac 2.4GHz+5GHz, VHT80
Wi-Fi Direct
Sources
Not verified
Yes
Bluetooth Version
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Not verified
Bluetooth v5.3
NFC
Sources
Not verified
Yes
PC Sync.
Sources
Not verified
Smart Switch (PC version)
OS
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Not verified
Android
Sensors
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Not verified
Accelerometer, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing
Removable
Sources
Not verified
No
Energy Efficiency Class
Sources
Not verified
A
Video Playing Resolution
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Not verified
FHD (1920 x 1080)@60fps
Mobile TV
Sources
Not verified
No
Cover glass
Sources
razr foldNo source recorded
Not verified
Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+Samsung states Gorilla Glass Victus+ is applied to the front of the device; no rear-glass or drop-proof claim is made.
Show unverified (2)Not verified or conflicting for both phones. Kept for completeness; never counted as a difference.
Pixel density
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Optical-quality zoom
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
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Motorola razr fold

512 GB · checked 26 Sept 2026

Specifications & verification
Weight243 gManufacturer claim · high confidence

Phone weight; the bundled moto pen ultra is separate.

Motorola
Width73.6 mmManufacturer claim · high confidence

Closed width

Motorola
Thickness9.89 mmManufacturer claim · high confidence

UK figure; the US page lists 10.04 mm. · Closed thickness

MotorolaMotorola
Display size8.09 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidenceMotorola
Peak brightness6,200 nitsManufacturer claim · high confidence

Manufacturer peak claim; 500 nits default.

Motorola
Claimed video playbackNot verified

Not published

Claimed charging rateNot verified

Not published

Published total support7 yearsManufacturer claim · high confidence

Security updates: '7 years (until 03/2033)*' in the UK table; footnote 10 says up to 7 years of security updates starting from the global launch date and 7 OS updates, and that terms may vary by market, network provider and/or model.

Motorola
Wireless chargingYesManufacturer claim · high confidenceMotorola
Reverse wireless chargingYesManufacturer claim · high confidence

The UK Charging row lists '5W' with footnote 20: 'Applicable to other compatible devices that are capable of receiving a wireless charge.' The US page labels the 5 W figure 'Reverse charging'. 5 W is Motorola's stated rating, not a measured rate.

MotorolaMotorola
Headphone jackNoManufacturer claim · high confidenceMotorola
Expandable storageNot verified

Not published

eSIM onlyNoManufacturer claim · high confidenceMotorola
IP ratingIP48 & IP49Manufacturer claim · high confidence

UK table 'IP48 & IP49'; the UK overview and the US page cite only IP49, and the EU label linked for this SKU shows IP48. Footnote 9: tested to IP49 standards under controlled laboratory conditions; not waterproof.

MotorolaMotorola
RAM16 GBManufacturer claim · high confidenceMotorola
Pixel densityNot verified

Not published

Maximum refresh rate120 HzManufacturer claim · high confidenceMotorola
Native telephoto reach3×Manufacturer claim · high confidenceMotorola
Claimed optical-quality reachNot verified

Not published

Rear camera modules3Manufacturer claim · high confidenceMotorola
8K recordingYesManufacturer claim · high confidence

Camera attribution not stated (see video recording).

Motorola
Manufacturer list priceNot verified
All sources2
  1. Motorola UK motorola razr fold product page, selectable SKUs and full specificationsMotorola · accessed 26 Sept 2026
  2. Motorola US motorola razr fold - 2026 product page and specifications (regional comparison)Motorola · accessed 26 Sept 2026

Samsung Galaxy A17

128 GB · checked 28 Sept 2026

Specifications & verification
Weight190 gManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Width77.9 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Thickness7.5 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Display size6.7 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence

Full-rectangle nominal diagonal; rounded corners reduce viewable area.

Samsung
Peak brightnessNot verified

Not published

Claimed video playback18 hoursManufacturer claim · high confidence

Video Playback Time (Hours, Wireless); manufacturer up-to claim. Protocols differ across brands.

Samsung
Claimed charging rateNot verified

Not published

Published total supportNot verified

Not published

Wireless chargingNot verified

Not published

Reverse wireless chargingNot verified

Not published

Headphone jackNot verified

Not published

Samsung
Expandable storageYesManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
eSIM onlyNoManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
IP ratingIP54Manufacturer claim · high confidence

Samsung laboratory claim: sprayed with 10 litres of fresh water per minute for 5 minutes at all angles. Not advised for beach or pool use; resistance is not permanent and may diminish with wear. Not a submersion rating.

Samsung
RAM4 GBManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Pixel densityNot verified

Not published

Maximum refresh rate90 HzManufacturer claim · high confidence

Samsung UK states a 90 Hz maximum refresh rate for this model; a minimum adaptive rate is not stated.

SamsungSamsung
Native telephoto reachNot verified

Not published

Claimed optical-quality reachNot verified

Not published

Rear camera modules3Manufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
8K recordingNot verified

Not published

Samsung
Manufacturer list price£209.00Reference only · not a live offer or current priceSamsung
All sources3
  1. Samsung UK Galaxy A17 technical specifications — SM-A175FZKBEUBSamsung · accessed 10 Sept 2026
  2. Samsung UK Galaxy A17 product pageSamsung · accessed 10 Sept 2026
  3. Samsung UK current phone configurations and part numbersSamsung · accessed 10 Sept 2026
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