Google Pixel Fold vs Samsung Galaxy S26+

The Google Pixel Fold (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 65/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has the bigger battery (4900 mAh vs 4821); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 859,865); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is noticeably lighter (190g vs 283g).

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ edges out the Google Pixel Fold by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel Fold
Performance 60
Display 85
Camera 67
Battery 60
Portability 52
Value for money
Samsung Galaxy S26+
Performance 91
Display 89
Camera 40
Battery 54
Portability 72
Value for money 52
What makes Google Pixel Fold better?

  • Better camera (67/100 vs 40/100)
  • Longer battery life (60/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 859865
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 1459
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 3451
  • Bigger battery: 4900 vs 4821 mAh
  • Lighter: 190g vs 283g

  • Higher performance (91/100 vs 60/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 85/100)
  • Better portability (72/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel Fold vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 5 points higher (70/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel Fold leads (67/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Google Pixel Fold (91/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Google Pixel Fold are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel Fold notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (67/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel Fold is a bit better (60/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Google Pixel Fold (72/100 vs 52/100).

Google Pixel Fold: The Google Pixel Fold is a better fit for active users.
Samsung Galaxy S26+: The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel Fold Samsung Galaxy S26+
Processor Google Tensor G2 Samsung Exynos 2600
AnTuTu 859865 3161830
Geekbench Single 1459 2900
Geekbench Multi 3451 9200
Display Foldable OLED 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1840x2208 3120x1440
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4821 mAh 4900 mAh
Charging 45W
Wireless charging 15W
DXOMark (camera) 133
Main camera 50 MP
Ultrawide 48 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 10 MP
Front camera 8 MP 12 MP
RAM 12GB 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 13 Android 16 / One UI 8.5
Brightness (peak) 1550 nits 2600 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IPX8 IP68
Dimensions 158.7×139.7×5.8 mm 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm
Weight 283 g 190 g
Launch price $999
Camera comparison
Google Pixel Fold
  • Main: —
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Front: 8MP
67
camera
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 12MP
40
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel Fold
  • Foldable OLED
  • Resolution: 1840x2208
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
85
display
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 3120x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
89
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel Fold
  • 4821 mAh
  • Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
60
battery
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • 4900 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
54
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel Fold and Samsung Galaxy S26+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel Fold Google Tensor G2
65/100
859865 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy S26+ Samsung Exynos 2600
70/100 +72.8%
3161830 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Google Pixel Fold by 72.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Google Pixel Fold
Price unknown
Samsung Galaxy S26+
$999
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Google Pixel Fold (91/100 vs 60/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Google Pixel Fold are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel Fold notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (67/100 vs 40/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel Fold is a bit better (60/100 vs 54/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Google Pixel Fold (72/100 vs 52/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel Fold or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ edges out the Google Pixel Fold by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel Fold and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?

The Google Pixel Fold has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel Fold or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?

The Google Pixel Fold leads on camera score (67/100 vs 40/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel Fold or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 60/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel Fold over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?

The Google Pixel Fold is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.