Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs Samsung Galaxy A56
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Samsung Galaxy A56 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1580; estimated prices are $1896 and $340. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads — 64/100 vs 60/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A56 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 1,222,280); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has the stronger camera (129 vs 114); the Samsung Galaxy A56 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 257g).
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Samsung Galaxy A56
- Higher AnTuTu: 1401321 vs 1222280
- Better Geekbench Single: 1750 vs 1353
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4516 vs 3832
- Higher performance (70/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (64/100 vs 53/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4650 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 21W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 198g vs 257g
- Cheaper: $340 vs $1896
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (67/100 vs 52/100)
- Better value for money (60/100 vs 32/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs the Samsung Galaxy A56, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold scores 4 points higher (64/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads (64/100 vs 53/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 leads (60/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a bit better (70/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 and the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold are nearly equal (79/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a bit better (64/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 is a bit better (48/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (67/100 vs 52/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (60/100 vs 32/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold | Samsung Galaxy A56 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Exynos 1580 | |
| AnTuTu | 1401321 | 1222280 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1750 | 1353 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4516 | 3832 | |
| Display | 8.0" AMOLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2076x2152 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4650 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 21W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 129 | 114 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 10 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 1900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX8 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 155.2×150.2×5.1 mm | 162.2×77.5×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 257 g | 198 g | |
| Price | $1896 | $340 |
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 10MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Samsung Galaxy A56
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- 8.0" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2076x2152
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A56
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- 4650 mAh
- Wired: 21W
- Wireless: 7W
Samsung Galaxy A56
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and Samsung Galaxy A56, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads Samsung Galaxy A56 by 14.6% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1556. Samsung Galaxy A56 is cheaper by $1556.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a bit better (70/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 and the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold are nearly equal (79/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a bit better (64/100 vs 53/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 is a bit better (48/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (67/100 vs 52/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (60/100 vs 32/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold edges out the Samsung Galaxy A56 by just 4 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 A56?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Samsung Galaxy A56 — 60/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads on camera score (64/100 vs 53/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads on performance (70/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold over the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy A56 is a better fit for active users.