Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs Nokia G42
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Nokia G42 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G; estimated prices are $1799 and $150. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads — 39/100 vs 25/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Nokia G42 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4650); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is faster in AnTuTu (1,401,321 vs 477,542); the Nokia G42 is noticeably lighter (193g vs 257g).
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Nokia G42
- Higher AnTuTu: 1401321 vs 477542
- Better Geekbench Single: 1750 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4516 vs 1816
- Faster charging: 21W vs 20W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (20/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (64/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4650 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 193g vs 257g
- Cheaper: $150 vs $1799
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 29/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (58/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs the Nokia G42, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold scores 14 points higher (39/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads (20/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads (64/100 vs 24/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia G42 leads (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold notably outperforms the Nokia G42 (20/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (64/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia G42 is a bit better (36/100 vs 29/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia G42 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (58/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia G42 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (100/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold | Nokia G42 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 1401321 | 477542 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1750 | 746 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4516 | 1816 | |
| Display | 8.0" AMOLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2076x2152 | 720x1612 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4650 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 21W | 20W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 129 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 13, upgradable to Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 560 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX8 | — | |
| Dimensions | 155.2×150.2×5.1 mm | 165.0×75.8×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 257 g | 193 g | |
| Price | $1799 | $150 |
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 10MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Nokia G42
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- 8.0" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2076x2152
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia G42
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- 4650 mAh
- Wired: 21W
- Wireless: 7W
Nokia G42
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and Nokia G42, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads Nokia G42 by 193.4% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1649. Nokia G42 is cheaper by $1649.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold notably outperforms the Nokia G42 (20/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (64/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nokia G42 is a bit better (36/100 vs 29/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia G42 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (58/100 vs 0/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nokia G42 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (100/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Nokia G42?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is noticeably better than the Nokia G42 — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and the Nokia G42?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Nokia G42 — 25/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Nokia G42?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads on camera score (64/100 vs 24/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Nokia G42?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads on performance (20/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold over the Nokia G42?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a better fit for everyday use. The Nokia G42 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.