Apple iPhone 12 Pro vs Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Our Verdict: The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is the newer of the two, a 2024 release against the Apple iPhone 12 Pro's 2020. The Pixel 9 Pro Fold has the better camera on paper, 48MP versus 12MP, and the Pixel 9 Pro Fold packs the bigger battery, 4650mAh against 2815mAh, though iOS and Android manage power differently, so more mAh doesn't always mean longer battery life. The Pixel 9 Pro Fold has the bigger screen at 8" against 6.1", while the iPhone 12 Pro has the sharper one at 457 PPI, and the iPhone 12 Pro is the lighter phone at 189g against 257g. The Pixel 9 Pro Fold is the one to have if you want what it adds, but the iPhone 12 Pro is the smarter buy if you'd rather keep the money.
Buying outright, the iPhone 12 Pro starts at £180 SIM-free.
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| Expert Rating | 4.3 19 reviews |
4.2 13 reviews |
| Screen | 6.1" | 8" |
| Display | Super Retina XDR OLED | Foldable LTPO AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1170 x 2532 | 2076 x 2152 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 457 | 374 |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixels | 48 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 10 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A14 Bionic (5 nm) | Google Tensor G4 (4nm) |
| Battery | 2,815 mAh | 4,650 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB | 256GB, 512GB |
| OS | iOS 14.1 | Android 14 |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM | nano-SIM and e-SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 5G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 with A2DP, LE | 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX |
| Dimensions | 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.4 mm | 155.2 x 150.2 x 5.1 mm |
| Weight | 189 grams | 257 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) | IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins) |
| Contracts | - | - |
| SIM-free | £179.99 | £689.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 12 Pro or Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has the bigger screen at 8" compared to the Apple iPhone 12 Pro's 6.1", the Apple iPhone 12 Pro has the sharper display at 457 pixels per inch versus 374, and the Apple iPhone 12 Pro uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has a Foldable LTPO AMOLED.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 12 Pro or Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold?
The Apple iPhone 12 Pro features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has a 48 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.
Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Apple iPhone 12 Pro or Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold?
The Apple iPhone 12 Pro is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £179.99.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 12 Pro and Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold?
The Apple iPhone 12 Pro is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold comes in 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 12 Pro and Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold use?
The Apple iPhone 12 Pro is powered by the Apple A14 Bionic (5 nm), while the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold uses the Google Tensor G4 (4nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 12 Pro or Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold?
The Apple iPhone 12 Pro is the more portable of the two: it's 68g lighter at 189 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.4 mm, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is slimmer at 5.1mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 12 Pro or Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold?
The Apple iPhone 12 Pro is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is rated IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins).
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 12 Pro and Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold run?
The Apple iPhone 12 Pro runs iOS 14.1 and the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold runs Android 14. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.