Google Pixel 4 XL vs Samsung Galaxy Fold
The Google Pixel 4 XL (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855, while the Samsung Galaxy Fold (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Fold leads — 44/100 vs 42/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Fold has the bigger battery (4380 mAh vs 3700); the main camera is 2 MP vs 12 MP; the Google Pixel 4 XL is noticeably lighter (193g vs 263g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 4 XL
Samsung Galaxy Fold
What makes Google Pixel 4 XL better?
- Faster charging: 18W vs 15W
- Lighter: 193g vs 263g
- Better portability (61/100 vs 20/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Fold better?
- Bigger battery: 4380 vs 3700 mAh
- Better main camera: 12MP vs 2MP
- Better camera (20/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (38/100 vs 18/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 4 XL vs the Samsung Galaxy Fold, the Samsung Galaxy Fold scores 2 points higher (44/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Fold leads (38/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 54/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 77/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Fold and the Google Pixel 4 XL are nearly equal (20/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Fold notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (38/100 vs 18/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4 XL significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Fold (61/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 4 XL | Samsung Galaxy Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | |
| AnTuTu | 824513 | 824513 | |
| Geekbench Single | 968 | 968 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2731 | 2731 | |
| Display | 6.3" P-OLED | 7.3" Dynamic AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3040 | 1536x2152 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 3700 mAh | 4380 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 15W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 9.0 (Pie) | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 160.4×75.1×8.2 mm | 160.9×62.9×15.5 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 263 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 4 XL
- Main: 2MP f/1.7
- Telephoto: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy Fold
- Main: 12MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 4 XL
- 6.3" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1440x3040
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Fold
- 7.3" Dynamic AMOLED
- Resolution: 1536x2152
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 4 XL
- 3700 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Samsung Galaxy Fold
- 4380 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 4 XL and Samsung Galaxy Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 54/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 77/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Fold and the Google Pixel 4 XL are nearly equal (20/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Fold notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (38/100 vs 18/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4 XL significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Fold (61/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4 XL or the Samsung Galaxy Fold?
The Samsung Galaxy Fold edges out the Google Pixel 4 XL by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 4 XL and the Samsung Galaxy Fold?
The Google Pixel 4 XL has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Samsung Galaxy Fold — 44/100.
Should you choose the Google Pixel 4 XL over the Samsung Galaxy Fold?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is portability — better on the Google Pixel 4 XL (61/100 vs 20/100).