Google Pixel 9 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $799 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 65/100 vs 50/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 4700); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 1,561,427); the Google Pixel 9 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 215g).
Google Pixel 9
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Lighter: 198g vs 215g
- Cheaper: $799 vs $1999
- Better camera (75/100 vs 45/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (52/100 vs 31/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 0/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 1561427
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1850
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 4900
- Bigger battery: 4800 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 27W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 25/100)
- Longer battery life (40/100 vs 33/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 15 points higher (65/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (92/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (75/100 vs 45/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (55/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (92/100 vs 25/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (75/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (40/100 vs 33/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (52/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (55/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 143 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 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 Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Google Pixel 9 by 60.4% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1200. Google Pixel 9 is cheaper by $1200.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (92/100 vs 25/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (75/100 vs 45/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (40/100 vs 33/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (52/100 vs 31/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (55/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 9 — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 45/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (92/100 vs 25/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.