Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $1099 and $1531. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads — 74/100 vs 69/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has the bigger battery (5060 mAh vs 4400); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 1,585,585); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is thinner (4.2mm vs 8.5mm).
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- Bigger battery: 5060 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 37W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 23W vs 15W
- Cheaper: $1099 vs $1531
- Better camera (88/100 vs 52/100)
- Longer battery life (57/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (86/100 vs 78/100)
- Better value for money (60/100 vs 42/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 1585585
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1900
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 5200
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 215g vs 221g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 74/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 41/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL scores 5 points higher (74/100 vs 69/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads (92/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (88/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (57/100 vs 39/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (60/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (92/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (86/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (88/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (57/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (66/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (60/100 vs 42/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1585585 | 3119308 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1900 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5200 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2 | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5060 mAh | 4400 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 160 | — | |
| 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, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | 158.4×143.2×4.2 mm | |
| Weight | 221 g | 215 g | |
| Price | $1099 | $1531 |
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 5060 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads Google Pixel 9 Pro XL by 49.2% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $432. Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is cheaper by $432.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (92/100 vs 74/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (86/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (88/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (57/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (66/100 vs 41/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (60/100 vs 42/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 — 69/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on camera score (88/100 vs 52/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads on performance (92/100 vs 74/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a better fit for gamers and power users.