Google Pixel 8 vs Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4; estimated prices are $699 and $1799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8 leads — 50/100 vs 39/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has the bigger battery (4650 mAh vs 4575); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Google Pixel 8 is faster in AnTuTu (1,443,431 vs 1,401,321); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 8 has the stronger camera (148 vs 129); the Google Pixel 8 is noticeably lighter (187g vs 257g).
Google Pixel 8
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- Higher AnTuTu: 1443431 vs 1401321
- Faster charging: 27W vs 21W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 18W vs 7W
- Lighter: 187g vs 257g
- Cheaper: $699 vs $1799
- Higher performance (21/100 vs 20/100)
- Better camera (79/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (31/100 vs 29/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (66/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (62/100 vs 0/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 1750 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4516 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 4650 vs 4575 mAh
- Overall rating 39/100
Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold, the Google Pixel 8 scores 11 points higher (50/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (79/100 vs 64/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (62/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 and the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold are nearly equal (21/100 vs 20/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (79/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8 and the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold are nearly equal (31/100 vs 29/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (66/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (62/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8 | Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Google Tensor G4 | |
| AnTuTu | 1443431 | 1401321 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 1750 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 4516 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 8.0" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2076x2152 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4575 mAh | 4650 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 21W | |
| Wireless charging | 18W | 7W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 148 | 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 14 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 2700 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IPX8 | |
| Dimensions | 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm | 155.2×150.2×5.1 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 257 g | |
| Price | $699 | $1799 |
Google Pixel 8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 10MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Google Pixel 8
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- 8.0" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2076x2152
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 8
- 4575 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 18W
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- 4650 mAh
- Wired: 21W
- Wireless: 7W
We compared Google Pixel 8 and Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8 leads Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold by 3.0% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1100. Google Pixel 8 is cheaper by $1100.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 and the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold are nearly equal (21/100 vs 20/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (79/100 vs 64/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8 and the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold are nearly equal (31/100 vs 29/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (66/100 vs 0/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (62/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold?
The Google Pixel 8 is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold?
The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 or the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold?
The Google Pixel 8 leads on camera score (79/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold?
The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a better fit for everyday use.