Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold vs Google Pixel 9 Pro XL

Our verdict: You'll pay £111.96 less overall on contract with the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL than the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold. Display is a trade-off — 6.8" on the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL versus 497 PPI on the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold. If you'd rather buy outright, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL starts at £417.00 SIM-free. Storage choice goes to the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL with 4 capacity options available.

Expert Rating
3.6
9 reviews
4.4
13 reviews
Screen
6.3" 6.8"
Display
LTPO OLED LTPO AMOLED
Resolution
1280 x 2856 1280 x 2856
Pixels Per Inch
497 460
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
42 Megapixels 42 Megapixels
Chipset
Google Tensor G5 (4 nm) Google Tensor G4 (4nm)
Storage
256GB, 512GB, 1TB 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
OS
Android 15 Android 14
SIM Type
nano-SIM and 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
5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions
152.8 x 72 x 8.5 mm 152.8 x 72 x 8.5 mm
Weight
199 grams 199 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts
£39.99/mo (£239.00 upfront) £32.00/mo (£299.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£1069.99 £417.00
Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold Google Pixel 9 Pro XL Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Expert Rating 3.6
9 reviews
4.4
13 reviews
Screen 6.3" 6.8"
Display LTPO OLED LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1280 x 2856 1280 x 2856
Pixels Per Inch 497 460
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 42 Megapixels 42 Megapixels
Chipset Google Tensor G5 (4 nm) Google Tensor G4 (4nm)
Storage 256GB, 512GB, 1TB 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
OS Android 15 Android 14
SIM Type nano-SIM and 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 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions 152.8 x 72 x 8.5 mm 152.8 x 72 x 8.5 mm
Weight 199 grams 199 grams
Water Resistance IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts £39.99/mo
£239.00 upfront
£32.00/mo
£299.00 upfront
SIM-free £1069.99 £417.00
Deals Deals

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold or Google Pixel 9 Pro XL cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is cheaper on contract at £1102.00 over the life of the deal from £32.00 per month with £299.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold or Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has the bigger screen at 6.8" compared to the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold's 6.3", the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold has the sharper display at 497 pixels per inch versus 460, and the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold uses a LTPO OLED panel while the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a LTPO AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold or Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?

The Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold or Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £417.00.

What storage options are available for the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold and Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?

The Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold is available in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.

What processors do the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold and Google Pixel 9 Pro XL use?

The Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold is powered by the Google Tensor G5 (4 nm), while the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL uses the Google Tensor G4 (4nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold or Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?

They weigh about the same (199 grams vs 199 grams), both are similar in overall footprint.

Which is more water resistant, the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold or Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?

Both phones share the same water resistance rating of IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.

What operating system do the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold and Google Pixel 9 Pro XL run?

The Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold runs Android 15 and the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL 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.