Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs Sony Xperia 1 IV
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Sony Xperia 1 IV (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1; estimated prices are $1799 and $1000. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sony Xperia 1 IV leads — 44/100 vs 39/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Sony Xperia 1 IV has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4650); the main camera is 48 MP vs 12 MP; the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is faster in AnTuTu (1,401,321 vs 1,320,406); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has the stronger camera (129 vs 118); the Sony Xperia 1 IV is noticeably lighter (185g vs 257g).
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Sony Xperia 1 IV
- Higher AnTuTu: 1401321 vs 1320406
- Better Geekbench Single: 1750 vs 1675
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4516 vs 4453
- Better main camera: 48MP vs 12MP
- Higher performance (20/100 vs 19/100)
- Better camera (64/100 vs 56/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4650 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 21W
- Lighter: 185g vs 257g
- Cheaper: $1000 vs $1799
- Longer battery life (39/100 vs 29/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (68/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (41/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs the Sony Xperia 1 IV, the Sony Xperia 1 IV scores 5 points higher (44/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV leads (39/100 vs 29/100). In the "value for money" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV leads (41/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and the Sony Xperia 1 IV are nearly equal (20/100 vs 19/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a bit better (64/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV is a bit better (39/100 vs 29/100). In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (68/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (41/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold | Sony Xperia 1 IV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 1401321 | 1320406 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1750 | 1675 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4516 | 4453 | |
| Display | 8.0" AMOLED | 6.5" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2076x2152 | 1644x3840 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4650 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 21W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 129 | 118 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 10 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX8 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 155.2×150.2×5.1 mm | 165.0×71.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 257 g | 185 g | |
| Price | $1799 | $1000 |
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 10MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Sony Xperia 1 IV
- Main: 12MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- 8.0" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2076x2152
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 1 IV
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 1644x3840
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- 4650 mAh
- Wired: 21W
- Wireless: 7W
Sony Xperia 1 IV
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and Sony Xperia 1 IV, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads Sony Xperia 1 IV by 6.1% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $799. Sony Xperia 1 IV is cheaper by $799.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and the Sony Xperia 1 IV are nearly equal (20/100 vs 19/100).
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 is a bit better (64/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV is a bit better (39/100 vs 29/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (68/100 vs 0/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (41/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Sony Xperia 1 IV?
The Sony Xperia 1 IV edges out the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and the Sony Xperia 1 IV?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Sony Xperia 1 IV — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Sony Xperia 1 IV?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads on camera score (64/100 vs 56/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold over the Sony Xperia 1 IV?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a better fit for everyday use. The Sony Xperia 1 IV is a better fit for everyday use.