Google Pixel Fold vs Sony Xperia 1 VII

The Google Pixel Fold (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Sony Xperia 1 VII (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $1900 and $1295. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sony Xperia 1 VII leads — 59/100 vs 36/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Sony Xperia 1 VII has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4821); the Sony Xperia 1 VII is faster in AnTuTu (2,994,112 vs 859,865); the Sony Xperia 1 VII is noticeably lighter (197g vs 283g).

The Sony Xperia 1 VII significantly outperforms the Google Pixel Fold by 23 points (59/100 vs 36/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel Fold
Performance 7
Display 100
Camera 67
Battery 31
Design 0
Value for money 0
Sony Xperia 1 VII
Performance 68
Display 100
Camera 48
Battery 41
Design 53
Value for money 21
What makes Google Pixel Fold better?

  • Better camera (67/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 1 VII better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2994112 vs 859865
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3094 vs 1459
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9293 vs 3451
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4821 mAh
  • Lighter: 197g vs 283g
  • Cheaper: $1295 vs $1900

  • Higher performance (68/100 vs 7/100)
  • Longer battery life (41/100 vs 31/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (53/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (21/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel Fold vs the Sony Xperia 1 VII, the Sony Xperia 1 VII scores 23 points higher (59/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII leads (68/100 vs 7/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel Fold leads (67/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII leads (41/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII leads (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII significantly outperforms the Google Pixel Fold (68/100 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 Sony Xperia 1 VII (67/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII is a bit better (41/100 vs 31/100). In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII significantly outperforms the Google Pixel Fold (53/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII notably outperforms the Google Pixel Fold (21/100 vs 0/100).

Google Pixel Fold: The Google Pixel Fold is a better fit for everyday use.
Sony Xperia 1 VII: The Sony Xperia 1 VII is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel Fold Sony Xperia 1 VII
Processor Google Tensor G2 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 859865 2994112
Geekbench Single 1459 3094
Geekbench Multi 3451 9293
Display 20.0" Foldable OLED 6.5" OLED
Resolution 1840x2208 2340x1080
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 48 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 12 MP
Front camera 8 MP 12 MP
RAM 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 13 Android 15
Brightness (peak) 1550 nits
NFC yes
Protection IPX8 IP68
Dimensions 158.7×139.7×5.8 mm 157.0×72.0×8.3 mm
Weight 283 g 197 g
Price $1900 $1295
Camera comparison
Google Pixel Fold
  • Main: —
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Front: 8MP
67
camera
Sony Xperia 1 VII
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 12MP
48
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel Fold
  • 20.0" Foldable OLED
  • Resolution: 1840x2208
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Sony Xperia 1 VII
  • 6.5" OLED
  • Resolution: 2340x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel Fold
  • 4821 mAh
  • No wireless charging
31
battery
Sony Xperia 1 VII
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • Wireless: 15W
41
battery
Overall performance score

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

Google Pixel Fold Google Tensor G2
36/100
859865 AnTuTu
Sony Xperia 1 VII Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
59/100 +71.3%
2994112 AnTuTu

Sony Xperia 1 VII leads Google Pixel Fold by 71.3% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel Fold
$1900
Sony Xperia 1 VII
$1295

Price difference: $605. Sony Xperia 1 VII is cheaper by $605.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII significantly outperforms the Google Pixel Fold (68/100 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 Sony Xperia 1 VII (67/100 vs 48/100).

battery

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

design

In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII significantly outperforms the Google Pixel Fold (53/100 vs 0/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII notably outperforms the Google Pixel Fold (21/100 vs 0/100).

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

The Sony Xperia 1 VII significantly outperforms the Google Pixel Fold by 23 points (59/100 vs 36/100).

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

The Google Pixel Fold has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Sony Xperia 1 VII — 59/100.

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

The Google Pixel Fold leads on camera score (67/100 vs 48/100).

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

The Sony Xperia 1 VII leads on performance (68/100 vs 7/100).

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

The Google Pixel Fold is a better fit for everyday use. The Sony Xperia 1 VII is a better fit for active users.