Google Pixel 9 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $799 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads — 61/100 vs 50/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 has the bigger battery (4700 mAh vs 4400); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is faster in AnTuTu (3,065,623 vs 1,561,427); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 has the stronger camera (145 vs 143); the Google Pixel 9 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 215g).
Google Pixel 9
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
- Bigger battery: 4700 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 27W vs 25W
- Lighter: 198g vs 215g
- Cheaper: $799 vs $1999
- Longer battery life (33/100 vs 25/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (52/100 vs 31/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 0/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3065623 vs 1561427
- Better Geekbench Single: 2910 vs 1850
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9174 vs 4900
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (67/100 vs 25/100)
- Better camera (76/100 vs 75/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 scores 11 points higher (61/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads (67/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (55/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (67/100 vs 25/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (76/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (33/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (52/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (55/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 3065623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 2910 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 9174 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 2184x1968 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 4400 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 143 | 145 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 / One UI 8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 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 | 198 g | 215 g | |
| Price | $799 | $1999 |
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
- 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2184x1968
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads Google Pixel 9 by 49.1% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1200. Google Pixel 9 is cheaper by $1200.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (67/100 vs 25/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (76/100 vs 75/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (33/100 vs 25/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (52/100 vs 31/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (55/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 9 — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 — 61/100.
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads on performance (67/100 vs 25/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is a better fit for active users.