Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; estimated prices are $1799 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 54/100 vs 39/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has the bigger battery (4650 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,856,499 vs 1,401,321); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 257g).
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Bigger battery: 4650 vs 4000 mAh
- Better camera (64/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (29/100 vs 15/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2856499 vs 1401321
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 1750
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 4516
- Faster charging: 25W vs 21W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 15W vs 7W
- Lighter: 162g vs 257g
- Cheaper: $799 vs $1799
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 20/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 15 points higher (54/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (64/100 vs 20/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads (64/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads (29/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (55/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (64/100 vs 20/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (64/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a bit better (29/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (97/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (55/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 1401321 | 2856499 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1750 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4516 | 9100 | |
| Display | 8.0" AMOLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2076x2152 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4650 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 21W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 129 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 10 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX8 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 155.2×150.2×5.1 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 257 g | 162 g | |
| Price | $1799 | $799 |
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 10MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- 8.0" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2076x2152
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- 4650 mAh
- Wired: 21W
- Wireless: 7W
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold by 50.9% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1000. Samsung Galaxy S26 is cheaper by $1000.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (64/100 vs 20/100).
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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (64/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a bit better (29/100 vs 15/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (97/100 vs 0/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (55/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads on camera score (64/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (64/100 vs 20/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users.