Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs Samsung Galaxy A26
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Samsung Galaxy A26 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1380; estimated prices are $1799 and $182. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads — 39/100 vs 32/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A26 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 749,719); the Samsung Galaxy A26 is noticeably lighter (200g vs 257g).
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Samsung Galaxy A26
- Higher AnTuTu: 1401321 vs 749719
- Better Geekbench Single: 1750 vs 1008
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4516 vs 2758
- Higher performance (20/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (64/100 vs 29/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4650 mAh
- Faster charging: 25W vs 21W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 200g vs 257g
- Cheaper: $182 vs $1799
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 29/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs the Samsung Galaxy A26, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold scores 7 points higher (39/100 vs 32/100). 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 "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 leads (97/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (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 Samsung Galaxy A26 (64/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 is a bit better (37/100 vs 29/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (97/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold | Samsung Galaxy A26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Exynos 1380 | |
| AnTuTu | 1401321 | 749719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1750 | 1008 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4516 | 2758 | |
| Display | 8.0" AMOLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2076x2152 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4650 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 21W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 129 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 10 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX8 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 155.2×150.2×5.1 mm | 164.0×77.5×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 257 g | 200 g | |
| Price | $1799 | $182 |
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 10MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Samsung Galaxy A26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- 8.0" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2076x2152
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- 4650 mAh
- Wired: 21W
- Wireless: 7W
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and Samsung Galaxy A26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads Samsung Galaxy A26 by 86.9% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1617. Samsung Galaxy A26 is cheaper by $1617.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (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 Samsung Galaxy A26 (64/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 is a bit better (37/100 vs 29/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (50/100 vs 0/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (97/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold edges out the Samsung Galaxy A26 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Samsung Galaxy A26 — 32/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Samsung Galaxy A26?
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 Samsung Galaxy A26?
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 Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A26 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.