Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs Sony Xperia 1 VII
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Sony Xperia 1 VII (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $1799 and $1295. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sony Xperia 1 VII leads — 59/100 vs 39/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Sony Xperia 1 VII has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4650); the Sony Xperia 1 VII is faster in AnTuTu (2,994,112 vs 1,401,321); the Sony Xperia 1 VII is noticeably lighter (197g vs 257g).
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Sony Xperia 1 VII
- Better camera (64/100 vs 48/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2994112 vs 1401321
- Better Geekbench Single: 3094 vs 1750
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9293 vs 4516
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4650 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 21W
- Faster wireless charging: 15W vs 7W
- Lighter: 197g vs 257g
- Cheaper: $1295 vs $1799
- Higher performance (68/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (41/100 vs 29/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (53/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (21/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs the Sony Xperia 1 VII, the Sony Xperia 1 VII scores 20 points higher (59/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII leads (68/100 vs 20/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads (64/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII leads (41/100 vs 29/100). In the "value for money" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII leads (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (68/100 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 Sony Xperia 1 VII (64/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII is a bit better (41/100 vs 29/100). In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (53/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (21/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold | Sony Xperia 1 VII | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1401321 | 2994112 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1750 | 3094 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4516 | 9293 | |
| Display | 8.0" AMOLED | 6.5" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2076x2152 | 2340x1080 | |
| 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 | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IPX8 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 155.2×150.2×5.1 mm | 157.0×72.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 257 g | 197 g | |
| Price | $1799 | $1295 |
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 10MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Sony Xperia 1 VII
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- 8.0" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2076x2152
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 1 VII
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- 4650 mAh
- Wired: 21W
- Wireless: 7W
Sony Xperia 1 VII
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and Sony Xperia 1 VII, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Sony Xperia 1 VII leads Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold by 53.2% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $504. Sony Xperia 1 VII is cheaper by $504.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (68/100 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 Sony Xperia 1 VII (64/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII is a bit better (41/100 vs 29/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (53/100 vs 0/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (21/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Sony Xperia 1 VII?
The Sony Xperia 1 VII significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold by 20 points (59/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and the Sony Xperia 1 VII?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Sony Xperia 1 VII — 59/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Sony Xperia 1 VII?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads on camera score (64/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Sony Xperia 1 VII?
The Sony Xperia 1 VII leads on performance (68/100 vs 20/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold over the Sony Xperia 1 VII?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a better fit for everyday use. The Sony Xperia 1 VII is a better fit for active users.