Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. Both devices score the same overall rating of 74/100. Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has the bigger battery (5060 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 1,672,795); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is noticeably lighter (201g vs 221g).

Both devices scored the same rating of 74/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.

Profile comparison

Category scores

Google Pixel 9 Pro XL

Performance 74
Display 86
Camera 88
Battery 57
Portability 41
Value for money 58

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide

Performance 98
Display 80
Camera 50
Battery 52
Portability 74
Value for money —

What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro XL better?

  • Bigger battery: 5060 vs 4800 mAh

  • Better camera (88/100 vs 50/100)
  • Longer battery life (57/100 vs 52/100)
  • Better display (86/100 vs 80/100)

What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 1672795
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1900
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5200
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 37W
  • Lighter: 201g vs 221g

  • Higher performance (98/100 vs 74/100)
  • Better portability (74/100 vs 41/100)

Comparison verdict

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide received the same MobileRank rating — 74/100. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads (98/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (88/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (98/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (86/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide (88/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (57/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (74/100 vs 41/100).

Google Pixel 9 Pro XL: The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is a better fit for gamers and power users.

Specs comparison

Specification Google Pixel 9 Pro XL Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
Processor Google Tensor G4 Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 1672795 3950082
Geekbench Single 1900 3639
Geekbench Multi 5200 11047
Display 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 2992x1344 1828x2448
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5060 mAh 4800 mAh
Charging 37W 45W
Wireless charging 23W —
DXOMark (camera) 160 —
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 48 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 48 MP 0 MP
Front camera 42 MP 10 MP
RAM 16GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 14 Android 17 / One UI 9
Brightness (peak) 3000 nits 3000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP48
Dimensions 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm 161.4×123.9×4.5 mm
Weight 221 g 201 g
Launch price $1099 —

Camera comparison

Google Pixel 9 Pro XL

  • Main: 50MP f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Telephoto: 48MP
  • Front: 42MP
88
camera

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide

  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 10MP
50
camera

Display comparison

Google Pixel 9 Pro XL

  • 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
  • Resolution: 2992x1344
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
86
display

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide

  • 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 1828x2448
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
80
display

Battery and charging

Google Pixel 9 Pro XL

  • 5060 mAh
  • Wired: 37W
  • Wireless: 23W
57
battery

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide

  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
52
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 9 Pro XL Google Tensor G4
74/100
1672795 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
74/100 +57.7%
3950082 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads Google Pixel 9 Pro XL by 57.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Google Pixel 9 Pro XL

$1099

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide

Price unknown

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (98/100 vs 74/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (86/100 vs 80/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide (88/100 vs 50/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (57/100 vs 52/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (74/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?

Both devices scored 74/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide (98/100 vs 74/100).

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide — 74/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on camera score (88/100 vs 50/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads on performance (98/100 vs 74/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is a better fit for gamers and power users.