Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs Sony Xperia 1 VI

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Sony Xperia 1 VI (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. Both devices score the same overall rating of 64/100. Key differences: the Sony Xperia 1 VI has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4650); the Sony Xperia 1 VI is faster in AnTuTu (2,096,581 vs 1,401,321); the Sony Xperia 1 VI is noticeably lighter (192g vs 257g).

Both devices scored the same rating of 64/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.

Profile comparison

Category scores

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold

Performance 70
Display 78
Camera 64
Battery 42
Portability 52
Value for money 36

Sony Xperia 1 VI

Performance 81
Display 80
Camera 39
Battery 53
Portability 62
Value for money —

What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold better?


  • Better camera (64/100 vs 39/100)

What makes Sony Xperia 1 VI better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 2096581 vs 1401321
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2203 vs 1707
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 6511 vs 4431
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4650 mAh
  • Faster charging: 30W vs 21W
  • Faster wireless charging: 15W vs 7W
  • Lighter: 192g vs 257g

  • Higher performance (81/100 vs 70/100)
  • Longer battery life (53/100 vs 42/100)
  • Better display (80/100 vs 78/100)
  • Better portability (62/100 vs 52/100)

Comparison verdict

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and the Sony Xperia 1 VI received the same MobileRank rating — 64/100. In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI leads (81/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads (64/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI leads (53/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI is a bit better (81/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI 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 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VI (64/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI is a bit better (53/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI is a bit better (62/100 vs 52/100).

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold: The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a better fit for active users.
Sony Xperia 1 VI: The Sony Xperia 1 VI is a better fit for gamers and power users.

Specs comparison

Specification Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold Sony Xperia 1 VI
Processor Google Tensor G4 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
AnTuTu 1401321 2096581
Geekbench Single 1707 2203
Geekbench Multi 4431 6511
Display 8.0" AMOLED 6.5" LTPO OLED
Resolution 2076x2152 1080x2340
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4650 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 21W 30W
Wireless charging 7W 15W
DXOMark (camera) 129 —
Main camera 48 MP 48 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 14, up to 3 major Android upgrades
Brightness (peak) 2700 nits —
NFC yes yes
Protection IPX8 IP65
Dimensions 155.2×150.2×5.1 mm 162.0×74.0×8.2 mm
Weight 257 g 192 g
Launch price $1799 —

Camera comparison

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold

  • Main: 48MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 10MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 10MP
64
camera

Sony Xperia 1 VI

  • Main: 48MP f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 12MP
39
camera

Display comparison

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold

  • 8.0" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2076x2152
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
78
display

Sony Xperia 1 VI

  • 6.5" LTPO OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2340
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
80
display

Battery and charging

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold

  • 4650 mAh
  • Wired: 21W
  • Wireless: 7W
42
battery

Sony Xperia 1 VI

  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • Wireless: 15W
53
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and Sony Xperia 1 VI, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold Google Tensor G4
64/100
1401321 AnTuTu
Sony Xperia 1 VI Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
64/100 +33.2%
2096581 AnTuTu

Sony Xperia 1 VI leads Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold by 33.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold

$1799

Sony Xperia 1 VI

Price unknown

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI is a bit better (81/100 vs 70/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI 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 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VI (64/100 vs 39/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI is a bit better (53/100 vs 42/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI is a bit better (62/100 vs 52/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Sony Xperia 1 VI?

Both devices scored 64/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Sony Xperia 1 VI (81/100 vs 70/100).

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and the Sony Xperia 1 VI?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Sony Xperia 1 VI — 64/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Sony Xperia 1 VI?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads on camera score (64/100 vs 39/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Sony Xperia 1 VI?

The Sony Xperia 1 VI leads on performance (81/100 vs 70/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold over the Sony Xperia 1 VI?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a better fit for active users. The Sony Xperia 1 VI is a better fit for gamers and power users.