Google Pixel 8 vs Samsung Galaxy Fold

The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Samsung Galaxy Fold (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8 leads — 68/100 vs 44/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 8 has the bigger battery (4575 mAh vs 4380); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the Google Pixel 8 is faster in AnTuTu (1,443,431 vs 824,513); the Google Pixel 8 is noticeably lighter (187g vs 263g).

The Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Fold by 24 points (68/100 vs 44/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8
Performance 70
Display 82
Camera 79
Battery 44
Portability 57
Value for money 48
Samsung Galaxy Fold
Performance 54
Display 77
Camera 20
Battery 38
Portability 20
Value for money
What makes Google Pixel 8 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1443431 vs 824513
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 968
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 2731
  • Bigger battery: 4575 vs 4380 mAh
  • Faster charging: 27W vs 15W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
  • Faster wireless charging: 18W vs 15W
  • Lighter: 187g vs 263g

  • Higher performance (70/100 vs 54/100)
  • Better camera (79/100 vs 20/100)
  • Longer battery life (44/100 vs 38/100)
  • Better display (82/100 vs 77/100)
  • Better portability (57/100 vs 20/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Fold better?

  • Overall rating 44/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Samsung Galaxy Fold, the Google Pixel 8 scores 24 points higher (68/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (70/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (79/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Fold (70/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (82/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Fold (79/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (44/100 vs 38/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Fold (57/100 vs 20/100).

Google Pixel 8: The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for active users.
Samsung Galaxy Fold: The Samsung Galaxy Fold is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 8 Samsung Galaxy Fold
Processor Google Tensor G3 Qualcomm Snapdragon 855
AnTuTu 1443431 824513
Geekbench Single 1722 968
Geekbench Multi 4458 2731
Display 6.2" OLED 7.3" Dynamic AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1536x2152
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 4575 mAh 4380 mAh
Charging 27W 15W
Wireless charging 18W 15W
DXOMark (camera) 148
Main camera 50 MP 12 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 12 MP
Front camera 10 MP 10 MP
RAM 8GB 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 512GB
OS Android 14 Android 9.0 (Pie)
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm 160.9×62.9×15.5 mm
Weight 187 g 263 g
Launch price $699
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 10MP
79
camera
Samsung Galaxy Fold
  • Main: 12MP f/f/1.5
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 10MP
20
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8
  • 6.2" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
82
display
Samsung Galaxy Fold
  • 7.3" Dynamic AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1536x2152
  • Refresh rate: —
77
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8
  • 4575 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • Wireless: 18W
44
battery
Samsung Galaxy Fold
  • 4380 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • Wireless: 15W
38
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 8 and Samsung Galaxy Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 8 Google Tensor G3
68/100
1443431 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy Fold Qualcomm Snapdragon 855
44/100 -75.1%
824513 AnTuTu

Google Pixel 8 leads Samsung Galaxy Fold by 75.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Google Pixel 8
$699
Samsung Galaxy Fold
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Fold (70/100 vs 54/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (82/100 vs 77/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Fold (79/100 vs 20/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (44/100 vs 38/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Fold (57/100 vs 20/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the Samsung Galaxy Fold?

The Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Fold by 24 points (68/100 vs 44/100).

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Samsung Galaxy Fold?

The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Samsung Galaxy Fold — 44/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 or the Samsung Galaxy Fold?

The Google Pixel 8 leads on camera score (79/100 vs 20/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 or the Samsung Galaxy Fold?

The Google Pixel 8 leads on performance (70/100 vs 54/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Samsung Galaxy Fold?

The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy Fold is a better fit for everyday use.