Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330; estimated prices are $1896 and $166. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads — 64/100 vs 48/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G 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 602,971); the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G is noticeably lighter (192g vs 257g).
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
- Higher AnTuTu: 1401321 vs 602971
- Better Geekbench Single: 1750 vs 952
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4516 vs 1963
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (70/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (64/100 vs 33/100)
- Better display (78/100 vs 67/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4650 mAh
- Faster charging: 25W vs 21W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 192g vs 257g
- Cheaper: $166 vs $1896
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 42/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 52/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold scores 16 points higher (64/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads (70/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads (64/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G leads (52/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (70/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a bit better (78/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (64/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G is a bit better (52/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (68/100 vs 52/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold | Samsung Galaxy A17 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Samsung Exynos 1330 | |
| AnTuTu | 1401321 | 602971 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1750 | 952 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4516 | 1963 | |
| Display | 8.0" AMOLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2076x2152 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4650 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 21W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 129 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 10 MP | 5 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IPX8 | — | |
| Dimensions | 155.2×150.2×5.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 257 g | 192 g | |
| Price | $1896 | $166 |
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 10MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- 8.0" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2076x2152
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- 4650 mAh
- Wired: 21W
- Wireless: 7W
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and Samsung Galaxy A17 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads Samsung Galaxy A17 5G by 132.4% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1730. Samsung Galaxy A17 5G is cheaper by $1730.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (70/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a bit better (78/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (64/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G is a bit better (52/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (68/100 vs 52/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G — 48/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads on camera score (64/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads on performance (70/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold over the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy A17 5G is a better fit for everyday use.