Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold vs Samsung Galaxy S23
The Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold (2026) runs on the Tensor G6, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads — 66/100 vs 63/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold has the bigger battery (4806 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold is faster in AnTuTu (1,951,408 vs 1,656,761); the Samsung Galaxy S23 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 239g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold
Samsung Galaxy S23
What makes Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1951408 vs 1656761
- Better Geekbench Single: 2755 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7563 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 4806 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 25W
- Higher performance (83/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (49/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 better?
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 168g vs 239g
- Better camera (67/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (83/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold vs the Samsung Galaxy S23, the Samsung Galaxy S23 scores 3 points higher (66/100 vs 63/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads (67/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold leads (49/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold is a bit better (83/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold are nearly equal (82/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold (67/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (49/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold (83/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold | Samsung Galaxy S23 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Tensor G6 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 1951408 | 1656761 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2755 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7563 | 5311 | |
| Display | 8.0" Foldable OLED | 6.1" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2076x2152 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4806 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 133 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 10 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3600 nits | 1750 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 155.2×150.4×5.0 mm | 157.8×76.2×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 239 g | 168 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 10MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold
- 8.0" Foldable OLED
- Resolution: 2076x2152
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold
- 4806 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold and Samsung Galaxy S23, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold leads Samsung Galaxy S23 by 17.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold is a bit better (83/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold are nearly equal (82/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold (67/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (49/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold (83/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 edges out the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold and the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Samsung Galaxy S23 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 leads on camera score (67/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold leads on performance (83/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold over the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy S23 is a better fit for active users.