Google Pixel 8 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads — 71/100 vs 68/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 4575); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 1,443,431); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is thinner (4.9mm vs 8.9mm).
Google Pixel 8
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
- Lighter: 187g vs 199g
- Better camera (79/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 81/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 1443431
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 4800 vs 4575 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 27W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (45/100 vs 44/100)
- Better portability (76/100 vs 57/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide scores 3 points higher (71/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads (92/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (79/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (92/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide (79/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide and the Google Pixel 8 are nearly equal (45/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (76/100 vs 57/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1443431 | 3119308 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2 | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1828x2584 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4575 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 18W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 148 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm | 161.4×123.9×4.9 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 199 g | |
| Price | $699 | — |
Google Pixel 8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Google Pixel 8
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2
- Resolution: 1828x2584
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 8
- 4575 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 18W
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 8 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads Google Pixel 8 by 53.7% in our overall performance rating.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (92/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide (79/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide and the Google Pixel 8 are nearly equal (45/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (76/100 vs 57/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide edges out the Google Pixel 8 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?
The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?
The Google Pixel 8 leads on camera score (79/100 vs 50/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads on performance (92/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?
The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is a better fit for gamers and power users.