Google Pixel Fold vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Google Pixel Fold (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $1900 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 65/100 vs 36/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel Fold has the bigger battery (4821 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 859,865); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is noticeably lighter (215g vs 283g).
Google Pixel Fold
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Bigger battery: 4821 vs 4800 mAh
- Cheaper: $1900 vs $1999
- Better camera (67/100 vs 45/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 859865
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1459
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 3451
- Lighter: 215g vs 283g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 7/100)
- Longer battery life (40/100 vs 31/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (31/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel Fold vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 29 points higher (65/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (92/100 vs 7/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel Fold leads (67/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel Fold (92/100 vs 7/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel Fold notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (67/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (40/100 vs 31/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel Fold (31/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
| Specification | Google Pixel Fold | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G2 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 859865 | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1459 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3451 | 11033 | |
| Display | 20.0" Foldable OLED | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1840x2208 | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4821 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | — | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1550 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX8 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 158.7×139.7×5.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 283 g | 215 g | |
| Price | $1900 | $1999 |
Google Pixel Fold
- Main: —
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Google Pixel Fold
- 20.0" Foldable OLED
- Resolution: 1840x2208
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel Fold
- 4821 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Google Pixel Fold and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Google Pixel Fold by 78.2% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $99. Google Pixel Fold is cheaper by $99.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel Fold (92/100 vs 7/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel Fold notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (67/100 vs 45/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (40/100 vs 31/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel Fold (31/100 vs 0/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
Which is better: the Google Pixel Fold or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel Fold by 29 points (65/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel Fold and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Google Pixel Fold has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel Fold or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Google Pixel Fold leads on camera score (67/100 vs 45/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel Fold or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (92/100 vs 7/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel Fold over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Google Pixel Fold is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.