Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads — 39/100 vs 12/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has the bigger battery (4650 mAh vs 3300); the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is faster in AnTuTu (1,401,321 vs 824,513); the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer is noticeably lighter (173g vs 257g).
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer
- Higher AnTuTu: 1401321 vs 824513
- Better Geekbench Single: 1750 vs 968
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4516 vs 2731
- Bigger battery: 4650 vs 3300 mAh
- Higher performance (20/100 vs 1/100)
- Better camera (64/100 vs 23/100)
- Longer battery life (29/100 vs 1/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Faster charging: 27W vs 21W
- Lighter: 173g vs 257g
- Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold scores 27 points higher (39/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads (20/100 vs 1/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads (64/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads (29/100 vs 1/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer leads (55/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer (20/100 vs 1/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer (64/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer (29/100 vs 1/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (83/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (55/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold | Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | |
| AnTuTu | 1401321 | 824513 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1750 | 968 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4516 | 2731 | |
| Display | 8.0" AMOLED | 6.4" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2076x2152 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 4650 mAh | 3300 mAh | |
| Charging | 21W | 27W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 129 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | — | |
| Ultrawide | 10 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 9.0 (Pie); MIUI 10 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX8 | — | |
| Dimensions | 155.2×150.2×5.1 mm | 157.5×74.7×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 257 g | 173 g | |
| Price | $1799 | — |
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 10MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer
- Main: —
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 20MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- 8.0" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2076x2152
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer
- 6.4" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- 4650 mAh
- Wired: 21W
- Wireless: 7W
Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer
- 3300 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer by 70.0% in our overall performance rating.
Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer (20/100 vs 1/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer (64/100 vs 23/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer (29/100 vs 1/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (83/100 vs 0/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (55/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer by 27 points (39/100 vs 12/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer — 12/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads on camera score (64/100 vs 23/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads on performance (20/100 vs 1/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold over the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer is a better fit for everyday use.