Google Pixel 9 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7

The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $799 and $1531. Both devices score the same overall rating of 69/100. 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 Fold7 is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 1,561,427); the Google Pixel 9 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 215g).

Both devices scored the same rating of 69/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9
Performance 73
Display 82
Camera 75
Battery 46
Portability 55
Value for money 50
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
Performance 92
Display 78
Camera 52
Battery 39
Portability 66
Value for money 42
What makes Google Pixel 9 better?
  • Bigger battery: 4700 vs 4400 mAh
  • Faster charging: 27W vs 25W
  • Lighter: 198g vs 215g
  • Cheaper: $799 vs $1531

  • Better camera (75/100 vs 52/100)
  • Longer battery life (46/100 vs 39/100)
  • Better display (82/100 vs 78/100)
  • Better value for money (50/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 1561427
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1850
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 4900
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 73/100)
  • Better portability (66/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

The Google Pixel 9 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 received the same MobileRank rating — 69/100. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads (92/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (75/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (92/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (75/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (46/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a bit better (66/100 vs 55/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100).

Google Pixel 9: The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 9 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
Processor Google Tensor G4 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 1561427 3119308
Geekbench Single 1850 3041
Geekbench Multi 4900 9494
Display 6.3" Actua OLED 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2
Resolution 2424x1080 1968x2184
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4700 mAh 4400 mAh
Charging 27W 25W
Wireless charging 15W 15W
DXOMark (camera) 143
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, up to 7 major Android upgrades, 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 $1531
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Front: 10MP
75
camera
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 10MP
52
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9
  • 6.3" Actua OLED
  • Resolution: 2424x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
82
display
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
  • 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2
  • Resolution: 1968x2184
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
78
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9
  • 4700 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • Wireless: 15W
46
battery
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
  • 4400 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
39
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 9 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 9 Google Tensor G4
69/100
1561427 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
69/100 +49.9%
3119308 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads Google Pixel 9 by 49.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 9
$799
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
$1531

Price difference: $732. Google Pixel 9 is cheaper by $732.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (92/100 vs 73/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 78/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (75/100 vs 52/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (46/100 vs 39/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a bit better (66/100 vs 55/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?

Both devices scored 69/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?

The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 — 69/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?

The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 52/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads on performance (92/100 vs 73/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?

The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a better fit for gamers and power users.