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; launch prices were $1799 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 64/100 (a 10-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 (2,827,538 vs 1,401,321); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy S26 has the stronger camera (146 vs 129); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 257g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold better?
- Bigger battery: 4650 vs 4000 mAh
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 1401321
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 1707
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 4431
- Faster charging: 25W vs 21W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 15W vs 7W
- Lighter: 162g vs 257g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $1799
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 10 points higher (74/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads (42/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold — 36/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100; 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 S26 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (89/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold are nearly equal (81/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (77/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a bit better (42/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (89/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 1401321 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1707 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4431 | 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 | 146 | |
| 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 | |
| Launch price | $1799 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 10MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 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 S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- 4650 mAh
- Wired: 21W
- Wireless: 7W
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
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 50.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1000. Samsung Galaxy S26 was $1000 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (89/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold are nearly equal (81/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (77/100 vs 64/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a bit better (42/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (89/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
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 10 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 64/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 64/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 70/100).
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 active users. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.