Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold vs Google Pixel 9
The Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold (2025) runs on the Google Tensor G5, while the Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4; launch prices were $1799 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 leads — 69/100 vs 61/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold has the bigger battery (5015 mAh vs 4700); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 9 is faster in AnTuTu (1,561,427 vs 1,553,009); the Google Pixel 9 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 258g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold
Google Pixel 9
What makes Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 2276 vs 1850
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6173 vs 4900
- Bigger battery: 5015 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 27W
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Google Pixel 9 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1561427 vs 1553009
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 198g vs 258g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $1799
- Better camera (75/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold vs the Google Pixel 9, the Google Pixel 9 scores 8 points higher (69/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (75/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold — 30/100, Google Pixel 9 — 52/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (76/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold are nearly equal (82/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold (75/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold is a bit better (53/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold are nearly equal (55/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold | Google Pixel 9 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G5 | Google Tensor G4 | |
| AnTuTu | 1553009 | 1561427 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2276 | 1850 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6173 | 4900 | |
| Display | 8.0" Super Actua Flex LTPO OLED | 6.3" Actua OLED | |
| Resolution | 2152x2076 | 2424x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5015 mAh | 4700 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 27W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 143 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 10 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 2700 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 155.2×150.4×5.2 mm | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 258 g | 198 g | |
| Launch price | $1799 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 10MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold
- 8.0" Super Actua Flex LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2152x2076
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold
- 5015 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 15W
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold and Google Pixel 9, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 leads Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold by 0.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1000. Google Pixel 9 was $1000 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (76/100 vs 73/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold are nearly equal (82/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold (75/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold is a bit better (53/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold are nearly equal (55/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold or the Google Pixel 9?
The Google Pixel 9 edges out the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold and the Google Pixel 9?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Google Pixel 9 — 69/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold or the Google Pixel 9?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold over the Google Pixel 9?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold is a better fit for active users. The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users.