Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5

Our Verdict: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is easier on the budget SIM-free than Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold. The listed prices are £449.99 and £934.99 respectively. Screen quality leans toward Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold for sharpness, with 497 PPI compared with Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5's 373 PPI. Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold also has the higher-resolution front camera at 42MP against Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5's 4MP. Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold is lighter at 199g, compared with Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 at 275g, Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold lists the larger battery capacity, 5,015 mAh against Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5's 4,400 mAh. Choose Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 for the lower spend, but pick Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold if its display, storage, or ecosystem advantages are the parts you will notice every day.

The Galaxy Z Fold5 5G is the cheaper one to own: around £845 over a typical contract, £356 less than the Pixel 10 Pro Fold.

Expert Rating
3.6
10 reviews
4.0
12 reviews
Screen
6.3" 7.6"
Display
LTPO OLED Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution
1280 x 2856 1812 x 2176
Pixels Per Inch
497 373
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
42 Megapixels 4 Megapixels
Chipset
Google Tensor G5 (4 nm) Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm)
Battery
5,015 mAh 4,400 mAh
Storage
256GB, 512GB, 1TB 256GB, 512GB
OS
Android 15 Android
SIM Type
nano-SIM and e-SIM Nano 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/6/7
Bluetooth
5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions
152.8 x 72 x 8.5 mm 158.5 x 67.5 x 14.5 mm
Weight
199 grams 275 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins)
Contracts
£44.99/mo (£99.00 upfront) £67.33/mo (£30.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£939.99 £389.99

Prices updated 26 July 2026

Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
Expert Rating 3.6
10 reviews
4.0
12 reviews
Screen 6.3" 7.6"
Display LTPO OLED Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1280 x 2856 1812 x 2176
Pixels Per Inch 497 373
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 42 Megapixels 4 Megapixels
Chipset Google Tensor G5 (4 nm) Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm)
Battery 5,015 mAh 4,400 mAh
Storage 256GB, 512GB, 1TB 256GB, 512GB
OS Android 15 Android
SIM Type nano-SIM and e-SIM Nano 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/6/7
Bluetooth 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions 152.8 x 72 x 8.5 mm 158.5 x 67.5 x 14.5 mm
Weight 199 grams 275 grams
Water Resistance IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins)
Contracts £44.99/mo
£99.00 upfront
£67.33/mo
£30.00 upfront
SIM-free £939.99 £389.99
Prices updated 26 July 2026
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold
Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold

24 Months

256GB

Moonstone

200GB

Data

£44.99 per month, £99 upfront.

Use code: SAVING10 (£10)

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5

12 Months

256GB

Phantom Black

Refurbished

5GB

Data

£67.33 per month, £30 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is cheaper on contract at £845.46 over the life of the deal from £67.33 per month with £30.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 has the bigger screen at 7.6" 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 373, and the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold uses a LTPO OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 has a Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X.

Which has the better camera, the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?

The Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 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 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £389.99.

What storage options are available for the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?

The Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold is available in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 comes in 256GB, 512GB.

What processors do the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 use?

The Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold is powered by the Google Tensor G5 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 uses the Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?

It's a trade-off: the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is more compact. It's 76g lighter at 199 grams, though the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is actually the more compact phone at 158.5 x 67.5 x 14.5 mm, the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold is slimmer at 8.5mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?

The Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is rated IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins).

What operating system do the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 run?

The Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold runs Android 15 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.