Z Flip5 vs Razr Plus: The Long-Term Verdict (7 Months In)

It's been 7 months since the Z Flip5 and Razr Plus launched, and I've put them through their paces! This video dives deep into how these foldable phones have held up after everyday use. We'll cover everything from scratches and dings to performance.
So which foldable phone reigns supreme? Watch to find out!
Also in the video:
How have the phones faired without a case?
Is the Razr's power keeping up with the Z Flip 5?
What kind of issues have been encountered?
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00:00:00 - Introduction
00:00:29 - Hinge Comparison After Seven Months
00:01:26 - Razer's Back Plate and Flip 5's Glass
00:02:15 - Screen Durability
00:02:52 - Cover Screen Experience
00:04:32 - Main Screen Experience
00:05:33 - Camera Comparison
00:05:59 - Conclusion
00:06:42 - Outro

[@EvolvingMale]

Great review. You're doing a great job for a guy just starting out. Keep up the great reviews.

[@anzr]

Just ordered the razr+. Great video.

[@tchrisbass5650]

Doing the same

[@user-xq9jt8df9x]

Yet another informative video. I hope Motorola continues to improve the RAZR, particularly the photo quality, cause I think it would be a cool phone to own.

[@Tommy_Irish]

This was a great review. Definitely one of the best ones I've seen so far. Liked & subscribed!

[@phoneux]

Thanks for the sub!

[@ducethecat]

Good Video! I thought you had more views n stuff. good luck with yt!

[@phoneux]

Thanks. I appreciate the support. I wish you the best with YT also.

[@EdensWrldd_]

Just recently bought the Z Flip 5. Had it for about 2weeks after transferring from the iphone 14 pro max; i love it! Its been holding up well and it feels nice to not carry around a super heavy phone in my pocket :) Keep up the great content!

[@phoneux]

Great to hear! Thanks for sharing.

[@asgerhenriksen523]

its the same weight though

[@phoneux]

@asgerhenriksen523 Per GSMArena, the iPhone 14 Pro Max is 240 grams and the Z Flip 5 is 187 grams.

[@EdensWrldd_]

@@phoneux yup!! The z flip 5 is much lighter and has made a HUGE difference I am a nurse and with all the heavy lifting, and moving I do , I don't want no big a$$ phone in my pocket as I am taking care of patients 😂

[@nikineebay1778]

Hi 👋, i just clicked on the video by accident. Great video, keep up the good work. I am sure you will get big one day, wish you the best .

[@phoneux]

Thanks. I appreciate it.

[@henryboy3.0]

I wonder what you guys doing with the phones? I still rock the flip 4 with no issues, I use it every day even at the gym with not an issue ever.

[@pete3198]

The issue you just described with text lag on the Razr - I've actually had that a number of times on my Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra - seems to be primarily when typing comments on youtube. This makes me wronder if that might be an app/android issue rather then an actual RAZR issue. I could be wrong though.

[@black79montecarlo123]

I have the same issue with my 24+ in Messenger and when typing a text.

[@Chibibehemoth]

How do you find the battery life for both of them? Such a great video, I'm also debating about unihertz Titan just bc I'm sick of just rectangular no fun phones

[@phoneux]

It depends on the type of use. They are fine for light use, or if you have a setup that keeps them topped off. I'm releasing a video about a full day experience with the Z Flip 5 on Friday with actual screen on time details.

[@tabbykat3248]

I’ve had my flip5 since launch and I’m still loving it 10 months later

[@Super-c00n]

Are you going to upgrade to the Z Flip 6?

[@tabbykat3248]

@@Super-c00n no I don’t think there will be enough changes to the 6 for there to be enough of a reason to upgrade yet maybe by the 7 or 8 if there’s been a big change I might upgrade

[@TratzPatratz]

Great video. does the RAZR get you through a day?

[@phoneux]

I haven't done a full day test to see how long it actually lasts. It really depends how much it's used. I suspect it would last a full day with light use (less than 4 hours), but I doubt it could last with heavy usage. I'll work on a video to test the Razr's battery.

[@jjp735i9]

The weather icon is how you have it set up. Mine does not do that. The Razr is way better than the Samsung. I have no problems with the camera.

[@phoneux]

I'm not sure which setting would cause the weather icon to flicker. I started noticing that the number of times it flickers is related to how many notifications I have.

[@djarthurlooby]

Yes never issues with any of my flips folds. Ppl that normally have issues with the phones are they ones to rough on them. With cracked screen and such. Motorola has the grease down much better.

[@henriquemagalhaes3062]

maybe with their new hello UI they can be more competitive

[@Strawberry_dreams420]

Honestly i think they both have pros and cons and mostly i guess its just preference

[@phoneux]

💯

[@mxlies15]

For anyone looking ive had my zflip 5 for about a year now and mine is damaged but ojectively it was all my fault and most people would never drop or fall on their phone like a kid trying to break a ds like me i recommend my zflip 5 too fun having emulators on flip phone lol i have one crack on my back screen and some damage on the boarder and hinges of the main screen but the same style damage totalted my iphone max 12

[@phoneux]

Thanks for sharing. That's awesome to know it lasted so long even with some damage.

[@SN-dw5iw]

Good video but you totally missed the mark on covering Good Lock which is a Samsung app that totally changes the cover screen and gives you the same functionality that the Razr plus has.

[@phoneux]

I agree that Good Lock unlocks that capability. I have other videos talking about Good Lock and the cover screen app drawer. But no improvements have been made to the default cover screen app drawer in the time the Flip 5 has been out. The Razr+ has the ability to add most or all apps out of the box.

[@PetsandMoreMILO]

WHAT IS THE BIG DEAL??

[@firewolf1838]

all I really have to say is for the Z Flip5 for the camera is that most of the reason it works well is AI and that is mainly it so it is okay for taking pictures that you don't want to edit but if you more of a person who wants to care about doing editing yourself the Razr might be the one you like

[@phoneux]

I can't agree with you there. The z flip5 has a much larger sensor. If someone wants to edit the photo without all the AI editing, they can use pro mode and get the raw file.

[@lesliehoang4741]

Surprised a phone can lag in 2024. I just bought the razr+ all issues you talked about fixed. Imma turn off auto update until I can confirm it doesn't bring bugs. I had my last phone for 4 years never lagged one bit never updated. As fast as the day I got it.