Apple iPhone Air vs Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Our Verdict: The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold packs the bigger battery, 4650mAh against 3149mAh, though iOS and Android manage power differently, so more mAh doesn't always mean longer battery life, and the Pixel 9 Pro Fold has the bigger screen at 8" against 6.5", while the Apple iPhone Air has the sharper one at 444 PPI. The iPhone Air goes up to 1TB of storage, where the Pixel 9 Pro Fold tops out at 512GB, and the iPhone Air is the lighter phone at 165g against 257g. Get the Pixel 9 Pro Fold if those extras are worth it to you; otherwise the iPhone Air covers the basics for less.
Buying outright, the iPhone Air starts at £600 SIM-free.
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| Expert Rating | 3.9 12 reviews |
4.2 13 reviews |
| Screen | 6.5" | 8" |
| Display | LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | Foldable LTPO AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1206 x 2622 | 2076 x 2152 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 444 | 374 |
| Rear Camera | 48 Megapixels | 48 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 18 Megapixels | 10 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A19 Pro (3 nm) | Google Tensor G4 (4nm) |
| Battery | 3,149 mAh | 4,650 mAh |
| Storage | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB | 256GB, 512GB |
| OS | Apple iOS | Android 14 |
| SIM Type | e- SIM | nano-SIM and e-SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 5G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 |
| Bluetooth | 6.0, A2DP, LE | 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX |
| Dimensions | 156.2 x 74.7 x 5.6 mm | 155.2 x 150.2 x 5.1 mm |
| Weight | 165 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 |
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| SIM-free | £599.99 | £644.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone Air or Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has the bigger screen at 8" compared to the Apple iPhone Air's 6.5", the Apple iPhone Air has the sharper display at 444 pixels per inch versus 374, and the Apple iPhone Air uses a LTPO 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 Air or Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold?
The Apple iPhone Air features a 48 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 Air or Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold?
The Apple iPhone Air is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £599.99.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone Air and Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold?
The Apple iPhone Air is available in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold comes in 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone Air and Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold use?
The Apple iPhone Air is powered by the Apple A19 Pro (3 nm), while the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold uses the Google Tensor G4 (4nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone Air or Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold?
The Apple iPhone Air is the more portable of the two: it's 92g lighter at 165 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 156.2 x 74.7 x 5.6 mm, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is slimmer at 5.1mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone Air or Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold?
The Apple iPhone Air 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 Air and Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold run?
The Apple iPhone Air runs Apple iOS 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.