Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs Samsung Galaxy S23
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $1799 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads — 66/100 vs 64/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has the bigger battery (4650 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S23 is faster in AnTuTu (1,656,761 vs 1,401,321); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy S23 has the stronger camera (133 vs 129); the Samsung Galaxy S23 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 257g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Samsung Galaxy S23
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold better?
- Bigger battery: 4650 vs 3900 mAh
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1656761 vs 1401321
- Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 1707
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5311 vs 4431
- Faster charging: 25W vs 21W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 15W vs 7W
- Lighter: 168g vs 257g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $1799
- Higher performance (75/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (83/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs the Samsung Galaxy S23, the Samsung Galaxy S23 scores 2 points higher (66/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads (42/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold — 36/100, Samsung Galaxy S23 — 46/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 is a bit better (75/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold are nearly equal (82/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold are nearly equal (67/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a bit better (42/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (83/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold | Samsung Galaxy S23 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 1401321 | 1656761 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1707 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4431 | 5311 | |
| Display | 8.0" AMOLED | 6.1" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2076x2152 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4650 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 21W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 129 | 133 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 10 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 1750 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX8 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 155.2×150.2×5.1 mm | 157.8×76.2×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 257 g | 168 g | |
| Launch price | $1799 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 10MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- 8.0" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2076x2152
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- 4650 mAh
- Wired: 21W
- Wireless: 7W
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and Samsung Galaxy S23, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S23 leads Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold by 15.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1000. Samsung Galaxy S23 was $1000 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 is a bit better (75/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold are nearly equal (82/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold are nearly equal (67/100 vs 64/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a bit better (42/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (83/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 edges out the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold by just 2 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 S23?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Samsung Galaxy S23 — 66/100.
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 leads on performance (75/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold over the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy S23 is a better fit for active users.