Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs Samsung Galaxy S23 FE

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1; estimated prices are $1896 and $279. Both devices score the same overall rating of 64/100. Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has the bigger battery (4650 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is faster in AnTuTu (1,436,963 vs 1,401,321); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has the stronger camera (129 vs 127); the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is noticeably lighter (209g vs 257g).

Both devices scored the same rating of 64/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Performance 70
Display 78
Camera 64
Battery 42
Portability 52
Value for money 32
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
Performance 70
Display 80
Camera 63
Battery 42
Portability 51
Value for money 76
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold better?
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1750 vs 1675
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 4516 vs 4453
  • Bigger battery: 4650 vs 4500 mAh

  • Better camera (64/100 vs 63/100)
  • Better portability (52/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 FE better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1436963 vs 1401321
  • Faster charging: 25W vs 21W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Faster wireless charging: 15W vs 7W
  • Lighter: 209g vs 257g
  • Cheaper: $279 vs $1896

  • Better display (80/100 vs 78/100)
  • Better value for money (76/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE received the same MobileRank rating — 64/100. In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads (76/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 70/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE and the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold are nearly equal (80/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE are nearly equal (64/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 42/100. In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE are nearly equal (52/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (76/100 vs 32/100).

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold: The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a better fit for active users.
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE: The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
Processor Google Tensor G4 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
AnTuTu 1401321 1436963
Geekbench Single 1750 1675
Geekbench Multi 4516 4453
Display 8.0" AMOLED 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution 2076x2152 2340x1080
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4650 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 21W 25W
Wireless charging 7W 15W
DXOMark (camera) 129 127
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 10 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 10 MP 8 MP
Front camera 10 MP 10 MP
RAM 16GB 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 14 Android 13
Brightness (peak) 2700 nits 1450 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IPX8 IP68
Dimensions 155.2×150.2×5.1 mm 158.0×76.5×8.2 mm
Weight 257 g 209 g
Price $1896 $279
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 10MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 10MP
64
camera
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 8MP
  • Front: 10MP
63
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
  • 8.0" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2076x2152
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
78
display
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
  • 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 2340x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
80
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
  • 4650 mAh
  • Wired: 21W
  • Wireless: 7W
42
battery
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
42
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and Samsung Galaxy S23 FE, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold Google Tensor G4
64/100
1401321 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
64/100 +2.5%
1436963 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold by 2.5% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
$1896
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
$279

Price difference: $1617. Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is cheaper by $1617.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 70/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE and the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold are nearly equal (80/100 vs 78/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE are nearly equal (64/100 vs 63/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 42/100.

portability

In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE are nearly equal (52/100 vs 51/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (76/100 vs 32/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?

Both devices scored 64/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE — 64/100.

Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold over the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.