Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs Vivo Y21
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Vivo Y21 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $1799 and $178. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads — 64/100 vs 44/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y21 has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4650); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is faster in AnTuTu (1,401,321 vs 524,785); the Vivo Y21 is noticeably lighter (209g vs 257g).
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Vivo Y21
- Higher AnTuTu: 1401321 vs 524785
- Better Geekbench Single: 1750 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4516 vs 1980
- Higher performance (70/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (64/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (78/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (52/100 vs 49/100)
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4650 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 21W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 209g vs 257g
- Cheaper at launch: $178 vs $1799
- Longer battery life (58/100 vs 42/100)
- Better value for money (56/100 vs 32/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs the Vivo Y21, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold scores 20 points higher (64/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads (70/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads (64/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y21 leads (58/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y21 leads (56/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold notably outperforms the Vivo Y21 (70/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold notably outperforms the Vivo Y21 (78/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 (64/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y21 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (58/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and the Vivo Y21 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 49/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y21 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (56/100 vs 32/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold | Vivo Y21 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 1401321 | 524785 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1750 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4516 | 1980 | |
| Display | 8.0" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2076x2152 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4650 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 21W | 44W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 129 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16, OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX8 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 155.2×150.2×5.1 mm | 167.4×77.1×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 257 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $1799 | $178 |
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 10MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo Y21
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- 8.0" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2076x2152
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y21
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- 4650 mAh
- Wired: 21W
- Wireless: 7W
Vivo Y21
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and Vivo Y21, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads Vivo Y21 by 167.0% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $1621. Vivo Y21 was $1621 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold notably outperforms the Vivo Y21 (70/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold notably outperforms the Vivo Y21 (78/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 (64/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y21 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (58/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and the Vivo Y21 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 49/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y21 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (56/100 vs 32/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Vivo Y21?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 by 20 points (64/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and the Vivo Y21?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Vivo Y21 — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Vivo Y21?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads on camera score (64/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Vivo Y21?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads on performance (70/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold over the Vivo Y21?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a better fit for active users. The Vivo Y21 is a better fit for everyday use.