Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold vs Sony Xperia 1 III
The Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold (2026) runs on the Tensor G6, while the Sony Xperia 1 III (2021) runs on the Snapdragon 888. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold leads — 63/100 vs 60/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold has the bigger battery (4806 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 48 MP vs 12 MP; the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold is faster in AnTuTu (1,951,408 vs 1,232,200); the Sony Xperia 1 III is noticeably lighter (186g vs 239g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold
Sony Xperia 1 III
What makes Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1951408 vs 1232200
- Better Geekbench Single: 2755 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7563 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 4806 vs 4500 mAh
- Better main camera: 48MP vs 12MP
- Faster wireless charging: 15W vs 11W
- Higher performance (83/100 vs 65/100)
- Longer battery life (49/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 1 III better?
- Lighter: 186g vs 239g
- Better camera (46/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (65/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold vs the Sony Xperia 1 III, the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold scores 3 points higher (63/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold leads (83/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 III (83/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 1 III is a bit better (90/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 III is a bit better (46/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold is a bit better (49/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 1 III is a bit better (65/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold | Sony Xperia 1 III | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Tensor G6 | Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 1951408 | 1232200 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2755 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7563 | 3537 | |
| Display | 8.0" Foldable OLED | 6.5" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2076x2152 | 1644x3840 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4806 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 11W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 105 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 10 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65/IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 155.2×150.4×5.0 mm | 165.0×71.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 239 g | 186 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 10MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Sony Xperia 1 III
- Main: 12MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold
- 8.0" Foldable OLED
- Resolution: 2076x2152
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 1 III
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 1644x3840
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold
- 4806 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 15W
Sony Xperia 1 III
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 11W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold and Sony Xperia 1 III, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold leads Sony Xperia 1 III by 58.4% 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 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 III (83/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 1 III is a bit better (90/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 III is a bit better (46/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold is a bit better (49/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 1 III is a bit better (65/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold or the Sony Xperia 1 III?
The Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold edges out the Sony Xperia 1 III 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 Sony Xperia 1 III?
The Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Sony Xperia 1 III — 60/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold or the Sony Xperia 1 III?
The Sony Xperia 1 III leads on camera score (46/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold or the Sony Xperia 1 III?
The Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold leads on performance (83/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold over the Sony Xperia 1 III?
The Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Sony Xperia 1 III is a better fit for active users.