Google Pixel Fold vs Sony Xperia 1 VI

The Google Pixel Fold (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Sony Xperia 1 VI (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3; estimated prices are $1900 and $964. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sony Xperia 1 VI leads — 47/100 vs 36/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Sony Xperia 1 VI has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4821); the Sony Xperia 1 VI is faster in AnTuTu (2,096,581 vs 859,865); the Sony Xperia 1 VI is noticeably lighter (192g vs 283g).

The Sony Xperia 1 VI is noticeably better than the Google Pixel Fold — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel Fold
Performance 7
Display 100
Camera 67
Battery 31
Design 0
Value for money 0
Sony Xperia 1 VI
Performance 42
Display 100
Camera 34
Battery 41
Design 60
Value for money 43
What makes Google Pixel Fold better?

  • Better camera (67/100 vs 34/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 1 VI better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2096581 vs 859865
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2205 vs 1459
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 7192 vs 3451
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4821 mAh
  • Lighter: 192g vs 283g
  • Cheaper: $964 vs $1900

  • Higher performance (42/100 vs 7/100)
  • Longer battery life (41/100 vs 31/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (43/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel Fold vs the Sony Xperia 1 VI, the Sony Xperia 1 VI scores 11 points higher (47/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI leads (42/100 vs 7/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel Fold leads (67/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI leads (41/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI leads (43/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI significantly outperforms the Google Pixel Fold (42/100 vs 7/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel Fold significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VI (67/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI is a bit better (41/100 vs 31/100). In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI significantly outperforms the Google Pixel Fold (60/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI significantly outperforms the Google Pixel Fold (43/100 vs 0/100).

Google Pixel Fold: The Google Pixel Fold is a better fit for everyday use.
Sony Xperia 1 VI: The Sony Xperia 1 VI is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel Fold Sony Xperia 1 VI
Processor Google Tensor G2 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
AnTuTu 859865 2096581
Geekbench Single 1459 2205
Geekbench Multi 3451 7192
Display 20.0" Foldable OLED 6.5" LTPO OLED
Resolution 1840x2208 1080x2340
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4821 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 30W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
DXOMark (camera) 133
Main camera 48 MP
Ultrawide 48 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 12 MP
Front camera 8 MP 12 MP
RAM 12GB 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 13 Android 14, up to 3 major Android upgrades
Brightness (peak) 1550 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IPX8 IP65
Dimensions 158.7×139.7×5.8 mm 162.0×74.0×8.2 mm
Weight 283 g 192 g
Price $1900 $964
Camera comparison
Google Pixel Fold
  • Main: —
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Front: 8MP
67
camera
Sony Xperia 1 VI
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 12MP
34
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel Fold
  • 20.0" Foldable OLED
  • Resolution: 1840x2208
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Sony Xperia 1 VI
  • 6.5" LTPO OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2340
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel Fold
  • 4821 mAh
  • No wireless charging
31
battery
Sony Xperia 1 VI
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • Wireless: 15W
41
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel Fold and Sony Xperia 1 VI, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel Fold Google Tensor G2
36/100
859865 AnTuTu
Sony Xperia 1 VI Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
47/100 +59.0%
2096581 AnTuTu

Sony Xperia 1 VI leads Google Pixel Fold by 59.0% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel Fold
$1900
Sony Xperia 1 VI
$964

Price difference: $936. Sony Xperia 1 VI is cheaper by $936.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI significantly outperforms the Google Pixel Fold (42/100 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 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VI (67/100 vs 34/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI is a bit better (41/100 vs 31/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI significantly outperforms the Google Pixel Fold (60/100 vs 0/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI significantly outperforms the Google Pixel Fold (43/100 vs 0/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel Fold or the Sony Xperia 1 VI?

The Sony Xperia 1 VI is noticeably better than the Google Pixel Fold — the overall rating gap is 11 points.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel Fold and the Sony Xperia 1 VI?

The Google Pixel Fold has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Sony Xperia 1 VI — 47/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel Fold or the Sony Xperia 1 VI?

The Google Pixel Fold leads on camera score (67/100 vs 34/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel Fold or the Sony Xperia 1 VI?

The Sony Xperia 1 VI leads on performance (42/100 vs 7/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel Fold over the Sony Xperia 1 VI?

The Google Pixel Fold is a better fit for everyday use. The Sony Xperia 1 VI is a better fit for everyday use.