Google Pixel 6 vs Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
The Google Pixel 6 (2021) runs on the Google Tensor, while the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4; launch prices were $599 and $1799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads — 64/100 vs 59/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has the bigger battery (4650 mAh vs 4614); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is faster in AnTuTu (1,401,321 vs 1,027,182); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has the stronger camera (129 vs 126); the Google Pixel 6 is noticeably lighter (207g vs 257g).
Google Pixel 6
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 21W vs 7W
- Lighter: 207g vs 257g
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $1799
- Longer battery life (44/100 vs 42/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1401321 vs 1027182
- Better Geekbench Single: 1750 vs 1477
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4516 vs 3595
- Bigger battery: 4650 vs 4614 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (70/100 vs 62/100)
- Better camera (64/100 vs 62/100)
- Better display (78/100 vs 69/100)
- Better portability (52/100 vs 45/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 6 vs the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold scores 5 points higher (64/100 vs 59/100). Value score: Google Pixel 6 — 30/100, Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold — 32/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a bit better (70/100 vs 62/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a bit better (78/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and the Google Pixel 6 are nearly equal (64/100 vs 62/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 6 and the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold are nearly equal (44/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a bit better (52/100 vs 45/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 6 | Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor | Google Tensor G4 | |
| AnTuTu | 1027182 | 1401321 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1477 | 1750 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3595 | 4516 | |
| Display | 6.4" OLED | 8.0" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2076x2152 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4614 mAh | 4650 mAh | |
| Charging | 21W | 21W | |
| Wireless charging | 21W | 7W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 126 | 129 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 10 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2700 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IPX8 | |
| Dimensions | 158.6×74.8×8.9 mm | 155.2×150.2×5.1 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 257 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $1799 |
Google Pixel 6
- Main: 50MP f/1.85
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 10MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Google Pixel 6
- 6.4" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- 8.0" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2076x2152
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 6
- 4614 mAh
- Wired: 21W
- Wireless: 21W
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- 4650 mAh
- Wired: 21W
- Wireless: 7W
We compared Google Pixel 6 and Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads Google Pixel 6 by 26.7% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $1200. Google Pixel 6 was $1200 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a bit better (70/100 vs 62/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a bit better (78/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and the Google Pixel 6 are nearly equal (64/100 vs 62/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 6 and the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold are nearly equal (44/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a bit better (52/100 vs 45/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 6 or the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold edges out the Google Pixel 6 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 6 and the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold?
The Google Pixel 6 has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold — 64/100.
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 6 or the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads on performance (70/100 vs 62/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 6 over the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold?
The Google Pixel 6 is a better fit for active users. The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a better fit for active users.