Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold vs Sony Xperia 1 VIII
The Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold (2025) runs on the Google Tensor G5, while the Sony Xperia 1 VIII (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1799 and $1500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII leads — 77/100 vs 61/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold has the bigger battery (5015 mAh vs 5000); the Sony Xperia 1 VIII is faster in AnTuTu (3,842,882 vs 1,553,009); the Sony Xperia 1 VIII is noticeably lighter (200g vs 258g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold
Sony Xperia 1 VIII
What makes Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold better?
- Bigger battery: 5015 vs 5000 mAh
- Overall rating 61/100
What makes Sony Xperia 1 VIII better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3842882 vs 1553009
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2276
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 6173
- Lighter: 200g vs 258g
- Cheaper at launch: $1500 vs $1799
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (69/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (56/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold vs the Sony Xperia 1 VIII, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII scores 16 points higher (77/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII leads (97/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII leads (69/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold — 30/100, Sony Xperia 1 VIII — 62/100; 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 Sony Xperia 1 VIII notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold (97/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII and the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold are nearly equal (80/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold (69/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 53/100. In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII and the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold are nearly equal (56/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold | Sony Xperia 1 VIII | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1553009 | 3842882 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2276 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6173 | 11047 | |
| Display | 8.0" Super Actua Flex LTPO OLED | 6.5" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2152x2076 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5015 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 10 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65/IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 155.2×150.4×5.2 mm | 162.0×74.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 258 g | 200 g | |
| Launch price | $1799 | $1500 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 10MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Sony Xperia 1 VIII
- Main: 48MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold
- 8.0" Super Actua Flex LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2152x2076
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 1 VIII
- 6.5" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold
- 5015 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 15W
Sony Xperia 1 VIII
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold and Sony Xperia 1 VIII, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Sony Xperia 1 VIII leads Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold by 59.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $299. Sony Xperia 1 VIII was $299 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold (97/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII and the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold are nearly equal (80/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold (69/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 53/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII and the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold are nearly equal (56/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold or the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
The Sony Xperia 1 VIII is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold and the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold or the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
The Sony Xperia 1 VIII leads on camera score (69/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold or the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
The Sony Xperia 1 VIII leads on performance (97/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold over the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold is a better fit for active users. The Sony Xperia 1 VIII is a better fit for gamers and power users.