Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads — 74/100 vs 64/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 4650); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 1,401,321); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is noticeably lighter (201g vs 257g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold better?
- Better camera (64/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 1401321
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1707
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4431
- Bigger battery: 4800 vs 4650 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 21W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 201g vs 257g
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide scores 10 points higher (74/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads (98/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads (64/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads (52/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (98/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide 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 is a bit better (64/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is a bit better (52/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (74/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1401321 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1707 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4431 | 11047 | |
| Display | 8.0" AMOLED | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2076x2152 | 1828x2448 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4650 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 21W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 129 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 / One UI 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX8 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 155.2×150.2×5.1 mm | 161.4×123.9×4.5 mm | |
| Weight | 257 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | $1799 | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 10MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- 8.0" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2076x2152
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1828x2448
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- 4650 mAh
- Wired: 21W
- Wireless: 7W
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold by 64.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (98/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide 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 is a bit better (64/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is a bit better (52/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (74/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide 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 Z Fold Wide?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads on camera score (64/100 vs 50/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads on performance (98/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is a better fit for gamers and power users.