Google Pixel 7 vs Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
The Google Pixel 7 (2022) runs on the Google Tensor G2, 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 62/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has the bigger battery (4650 mAh vs 4355); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is faster in AnTuTu (1,401,321 vs 1,192,791); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 7 has the stronger camera (140 vs 129); the Google Pixel 7 is noticeably lighter (197g vs 257g).
Google Pixel 7
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- Faster charging: 30W vs 21W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 20W vs 7W
- Lighter: 197g vs 257g
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $1799
- Better camera (73/100 vs 64/100)
- Better portability (53/100 vs 52/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1401321 vs 1192791
- Better Geekbench Single: 1750 vs 1459
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4516 vs 3451
- Bigger battery: 4650 vs 4355 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (70/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 41/100)
- Better display (78/100 vs 69/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 7 vs the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold scores 2 points higher (64/100 vs 62/100). Value score: Google Pixel 7 — 36/100, 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 64/100). 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 7 is a bit better (73/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and the Google Pixel 7 are nearly equal (42/100 vs 41/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 7 and the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold are nearly equal (53/100 vs 52/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 7 | Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G2 | Google Tensor G4 | |
| AnTuTu | 1192791 | 1401321 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1459 | 1750 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3451 | 4516 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 8.0" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2076x2152 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4355 mAh | 4650 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 21W | |
| Wireless charging | 20W | 7W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 140 | 129 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 10 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1400 nits | 2700 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IPX8 | |
| Dimensions | 155.6×73.2×8.7 mm | 155.2×150.2×5.1 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 257 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $1799 |
Google Pixel 7
- Main: 50MP f/1.85
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 10MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Google Pixel 7
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- 8.0" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2076x2152
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 7
- 4355 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 20W
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- 4650 mAh
- Wired: 21W
- Wireless: 7W
We compared Google Pixel 7 and Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads Google Pixel 7 by 14.9% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $1200. Google Pixel 7 was $1200 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a bit better (70/100 vs 64/100).
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 7 is a bit better (73/100 vs 64/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and the Google Pixel 7 are nearly equal (42/100 vs 41/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 7 and the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold are nearly equal (53/100 vs 52/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7 or the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold edges out the Google Pixel 7 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7 and the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold?
The Google Pixel 7 has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7 or the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold?
The Google Pixel 7 leads on camera score (73/100 vs 64/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7 or the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads on performance (70/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 7 over the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold?
The Google Pixel 7 is a better fit for active users. The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a better fit for active users.