OnePlus 9 vs Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
The OnePlus 9 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $729 and $2899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads — 69/100 vs 60/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold has the bigger battery (5600 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is faster in AnTuTu (2,926,532 vs 1,157,244); the OnePlus 9 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 309g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 9
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
What makes OnePlus 9 better?
- Faster charging: 65W vs 45W
- Lighter: 192g vs 309g
- Cheaper at launch: $729 vs $2899
- Better display (80/100 vs 70/100)
- Better portability (56/100 vs 20/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2926532 vs 1157244
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 5600 vs 4500 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (52/100 vs 51/100)
- Longer battery life (63/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 9 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold scores 9 points higher (69/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads (90/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads (63/100 vs 50/100). Value score: OnePlus 9 — 34/100, Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold — 46/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold notably outperforms the OnePlus 9 (90/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 9 is a bit better (80/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold and the OnePlus 9 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 9 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (56/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 9 | Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1157244 | 2926532 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.5" AMOLED | 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2160x1584 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 5600 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 / One UI 8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 160.0×74.2×8.7 mm | 159.2×75.0×12.9 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 309 g | |
| Launch price | $729 | $2899 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 9
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 9
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2160x1584
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 9
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- 5600 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 9 and Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads OnePlus 9 by 60.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $2170. OnePlus 9 was $2170 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold notably outperforms the OnePlus 9 (90/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 9 is a bit better (80/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold and the OnePlus 9 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 51/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 9 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (56/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 9 or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold edges out the OnePlus 9 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OnePlus 9 and the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The OnePlus 9 has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold — 69/100.
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 9 or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads on performance (90/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 9 over the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The OnePlus 9 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a better fit for gamers and power users.