Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs ZTE Blade V50

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (2024) is priced at $1799, the ZTE Blade V50 (2023) at $351. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads — 39/100 vs 32/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Blade V50 has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 4650); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the ZTE Blade V50 is noticeably lighter (178g vs 257g).

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold edges out the ZTE Blade V50 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Performance 20
Display 100
Camera 64
Battery 29
Design 0
Value for money 0
ZTE Blade V50
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 35
Design 77
Value for money 86
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold better?

  • Higher performance (20/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (64/100 vs 27/100)
What makes ZTE Blade V50 better?
  • Bigger battery: 4800 vs 4650 mAh
  • Faster charging: 33W vs 21W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Lighter: 178g vs 257g
  • Cheaper: $351 vs $1799

  • Longer battery life (35/100 vs 29/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (86/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs the ZTE Blade V50, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold scores 7 points higher (39/100 vs 32/100). 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 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the ZTE Blade V50 leads (86/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V50 (20/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50 (64/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Blade V50 is a bit better (35/100 vs 29/100). In the "design" category, the ZTE Blade V50 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (77/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the ZTE Blade V50 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (86/100 vs 0/100).

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold: The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a better fit for everyday use.
ZTE Blade V50: The ZTE Blade V50 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold ZTE Blade V50
Processor Google Tensor G4
AnTuTu 1401321
Geekbench Single 1750
Geekbench Multi 4516
Display 8.0" AMOLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 2076x2152 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4650 mAh 4800 mAh
Charging 21W 33W
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 16 MP
RAM 16GB 6GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB
OS Android 14 Android 13
Brightness (peak) 2700 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IPX8
Dimensions 155.2×150.2×5.1 mm 161.9×72.8×8.0 mm
Weight 257 g 178 g
Price $1799 $351
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 10MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 10MP
64
camera
ZTE Blade V50
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
  • 8.0" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2076x2152
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
ZTE Blade V50
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
  • 4650 mAh
  • Wired: 21W
  • Wireless: 7W
29
battery
ZTE Blade V50
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
35
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
$1799
ZTE Blade V50
$351

Price difference: $1448. ZTE Blade V50 is cheaper by $1448.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V50 (20/100 vs 0/100).

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 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50 (64/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE Blade V50 is a bit better (35/100 vs 29/100).

design

In the "design" category, the ZTE Blade V50 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (77/100 vs 0/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the ZTE Blade V50 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (86/100 vs 0/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the ZTE Blade V50?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold edges out the ZTE Blade V50 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and the ZTE Blade V50?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the ZTE Blade V50 — 32/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the ZTE Blade V50?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads on camera score (64/100 vs 27/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the ZTE Blade V50?

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 ZTE Blade V50?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a better fit for everyday use. The ZTE Blade V50 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.