Motorola Razr 40 / Ultra / Razr+ (2023)
The Motorola Razr 40 and Razr 40 Ultra (marketed as Razr and Razr+ in North America) fully support eSIM. These 2023 models offer high-speed 5G connectivity via digital SIM.
- eSIM slots1
- Physical SIMYes
- eSIM-onlyNo
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The Motorola Razr 40 (marketed as Razr in the US) and Razr 40 Ultra (marketed as Razr+ in the US) both support eSIM on the global variant. One active eSIM alongside physical nano-SIM.
Critical foldable note: eSIM activation requires the phone to be fully unfolded. The outer Quick View screen cannot access Settings or initiate QR scanning. Open the phone completely and proceed through the inner display.
US carrier variant: Motorola releases separate US carrier hardware builds (Verizon, T-Mobile). These may ship without eSIM hardware even though the global Razr 40 includes it. If purchased through a US carrier, confirm the model number before purchasing an eSIM.
Does the Razr 40 and Razr+ Support eSIM?
Yes, on the global variant. The Razr 40 and Razr 40 Ultra (2023) include eSIM hardware. One active eSIM runs alongside the physical nano-SIM at any time.
Motorola Razr (2023) Models and eSIM Compatibility
| Model | eSIM Slots | Physical SIM | eSIM-Only | Released |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Motorola Razr 40 | 1 | Yes | No | 2023 |
| Motorola Razr 40 Ultra | 1 | Yes | No | 2023 |
| Motorola Razr+ (2023) | 1 | Yes | No | 2023 |
How to Activate eSIM on Motorola Razr 40 or Razr+
The setup process is simple and requires a stable Wi-Fi connection:
- Open Settings.
- Tap Network & internet.
- Tap SIMs.
- Select Add SIM (the + icon).
- Tap Download a SIM instead.
- Scan the QR code provided by Roamix.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to download the profile.
- Set the Roamix eSIM as your preferred data SIM.
- Turn on Data Roaming for the newly installed line.
Razr 40 eSIM for International Travel
Roamix works with any unlocked Razr 40 or Razr+. Purchase a plan, scan the QR code with the phone fully open, and connect to local partner networks on arrival.
Carrier unlock check: Settings → About phone → SIM status. Contact your carrier to unlock if needed.
Troubleshooting Razr 40 eSIM
QR code won't scan: The Razr 40 must be fully unfolded (main inner display active) to scan the QR code during eSIM installation. The Quick View cover screen cannot be used. Open the flip fully and retry from Settings → Network & internet → SIMs.
"Download a SIM instead" not visible: Carrier lock or US carrier-branded hardware without eSIM. Check your model number at Settings → About phone. Contact your carrier to unlock if needed.
eSIM installed but no data abroad: Settings → Network & internet → SIMs → select Roamix → enable Data Roaming → set as preferred data SIM. Toggle Airplane Mode on/off.
No "Download a SIM instead" after carrier unlock: Restart the device after the carrier unlock completes. Some Motorola builds require a reboot before the eSIM menu becomes available after an unlock is applied. If still absent after reboot, the device may be a US carrier hardware build without eSIM — check the model number in Settings → About phone → Model.
Motorola Razr 40 / Ultra / Razr+ (2023) eSIM — Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Motorola Razr 40 Ultra have eSIM?
Yes. The Razr 40 Ultra (global variant) supports eSIM alongside a physical nano-SIM. US carrier-branded Razr models may not include eSIM hardware — confirm model number at Settings → About phone before purchasing an eSIM plan.
Is the Razr+ 2023 eSIM compatible?
Yes. The North American Razr+ (2023) is fully eSIM compatible on the global hardware variant. One active eSIM alongside physical nano-SIM. The device must be carrier-unlocked for third-party eSIMs like Roamix.
How to activate eSIM on Motorola Razr 40?
Open Settings → Network & internet → SIMs → + icon → Download a SIM instead. The phone must be fully open (main inner display) to scan the QR code — the cover Quick View screen cannot be used for eSIM activation.
Why must the Razr be fully unfolded to scan the QR code?
eSIM activation is initiated through Settings on the inner main display. The outer Quick View screen does not have access to the full Settings app or camera QR scanning during eSIM provisioning. Unfold completely and initiate from Settings on the inner screen.
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