Google Pixel 9 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
The Google Pixel 9 Pro (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $999 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads — 75/100 vs 72/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 Pro has the bigger battery (4700 mAh vs 4400); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is faster in AnTuTu (3,065,623 vs 1,606,238); the Google Pixel 9 Pro is noticeably lighter (199g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 4700 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 37W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 23W vs 15W
- Lighter: 199g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $999 vs $1999
- Better camera (80/100 vs 76/100)
- Longer battery life (50/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 78/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3065623 vs 1606238
- Better Geekbench Single: 2910 vs 1880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9174 vs 5100
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 73/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 scores 3 points higher (75/100 vs 72/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads (91/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads (50/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 Pro — 54/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 — 58/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (91/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro is a bit better (88/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 are nearly equal (80/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro is a bit better (50/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a bit better (66/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1606238 | 3065623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1880 | 2910 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5100 | 9174 | |
| Display | 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2856x1280 | 2184x1968 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 4400 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 145 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 / One UI 8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 158.4×143.2×4.2 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2856x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2184x1968
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads Google Pixel 9 Pro by 47.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1000. Google Pixel 9 Pro was $1000 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (91/100 vs 73/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro is a bit better (88/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 are nearly equal (80/100 vs 76/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro is a bit better (50/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a bit better (66/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 edges out the Google Pixel 9 Pro by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 — 75/100.
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads on performance (91/100 vs 73/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a better fit for gamers and power users.