Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs Tecno Pop 5X

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Tecno Pop 5X (2022) runs on the Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads — 39/100 vs 9/100 (a 30-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 8 MP; the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Pop 5X doesn't; the Tecno Pop 5X is noticeably lighter (150g vs 257g).

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X by 30 points (39/100 vs 9/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Performance 20
Display 100
Camera 64
Battery 29
Design 0
Value for money 0
Tecno Pop 5X
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 12
Design 100
Value for money 55
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold better?
  • Bigger battery: 4650 vs 4000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 48MP vs 8MP

  • Higher performance (20/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (64/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (29/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
What makes Tecno Pop 5X better?
  • Lighter: 150g vs 257g

  • Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (55/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs the Tecno Pop 5X, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold scores 30 points higher (39/100 vs 9/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads (20/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads (29/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pop 5X leads (55/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold notably outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (20/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold notably outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (29/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (55/100 vs 0/100).

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold: The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a better fit for everyday use.
Tecno Pop 5X: The Tecno Pop 5X is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold Tecno Pop 5X
Processor Google Tensor G4 Unisoc
AnTuTu 1401321
Geekbench Single 1750
Geekbench Multi 4516
Display 8.0" AMOLED 6.5" IPS LCD
Resolution 2076x2152 720x1600
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 4650 mAh 4000 mAh
Charging 21W
Wireless charging 7W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 129
Main camera 48 MP 8 MP
Ultrawide 10 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 10 MP 0 MP
Front camera 10 MP 5 MP
RAM 16GB 2GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 32GB
OS Android 14 Android 10 (Go edition), HiOS
Brightness (peak) 2700 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IPX8
Dimensions 155.2×150.2×5.1 mm 166.0×75.9×8.5 mm
Weight 257 g 150 g
Price $1799
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 10MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 10MP
64
camera
Tecno Pop 5X
  • Main: 8MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
  • 8.0" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2076x2152
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Tecno Pop 5X
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
  • 4650 mAh
  • Wired: 21W
  • Wireless: 7W
29
battery
Tecno Pop 5X
  • 4000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
$1799
Tecno Pop 5X
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold notably outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (20/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (64/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold notably outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (29/100 vs 12/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (100/100 vs 0/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (55/100 vs 0/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Tecno Pop 5X?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X by 30 points (39/100 vs 9/100).

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and the Tecno Pop 5X?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Tecno Pop 5X — 9/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Tecno Pop 5X?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads on camera score (64/100 vs 0/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Tecno Pop 5X?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads on performance (20/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold over the Tecno Pop 5X?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Pop 5X is a better fit for everyday use.