Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs Nubia Air
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Nubia Air (2025) runs on the Unisoc T8300; estimated prices are $1799 and $182. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads — 39/100 vs 34/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Air 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 639,225); the Nubia Air is noticeably lighter (172g vs 257g).
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Nubia Air
- Higher AnTuTu: 1401321 vs 639225
- Better Geekbench Single: 1750 vs 880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4516 vs 2073
- Higher performance (20/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (64/100 vs 29/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4650 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 21W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 172g vs 257g
- Cheaper: $182 vs $1799
- Longer battery life (39/100 vs 29/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (85/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs the Nubia Air, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold scores 5 points higher (39/100 vs 34/100). 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 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Air leads (39/100 vs 29/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Air leads (97/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold notably outperforms the Nubia Air (20/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (64/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Air is a bit better (39/100 vs 29/100). In the "design" category, the Nubia Air significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (85/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Air significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (97/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold | Nubia Air | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Unisoc T8300 | |
| AnTuTu | 1401321 | 639225 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1750 | 880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4516 | 2073 | |
| Display | 8.0" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2076x2152 | 1224x2720 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4650 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 21W | 33W | |
| 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 | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX8 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 155.2×150.2×5.1 mm | 164.2×76.6×6.7 mm | |
| Weight | 257 g | 172 g | |
| Price | $1799 | $182 |
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 10MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Nubia Air
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
- Front: 20MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- 8.0" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2076x2152
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nubia Air
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1224x2720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- 4650 mAh
- Wired: 21W
- Wireless: 7W
Nubia Air
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and Nubia Air, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads Nubia Air by 119.2% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1617. Nubia Air is cheaper by $1617.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold notably outperforms the Nubia Air (20/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (64/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Air is a bit better (39/100 vs 29/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nubia Air significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (85/100 vs 0/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Air significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (97/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Nubia Air?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold edges out the Nubia Air by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and the Nubia Air?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Nubia Air — 34/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Nubia Air?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads on camera score (64/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Nubia Air?
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 Nubia Air?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a better fit for everyday use. The Nubia Air is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.