Google Pixel 10 Pro vs Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold

Our verdict: Budget-conscious buyers should note the Google Pixel 10 Pro is £645.70 cheaper on contract than the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold. Display is a trade-off — 8" on the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold versus 497 PPI on the Google Pixel 10 Pro. For photography, the Google Pixel 10 Pro leads with a 50MP main camera. For video calls and selfies, the Google Pixel 10 Pro offers a 42MP front camera.

Expert Rating
4.3
10 reviews
4.2
13 reviews
Screen
6.3" 8"
Display
LTPO OLED Foldable LTPO AMOLED
Resolution
1280 x 2856 2076 x 2152
Pixels Per Inch
497 374
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera
42 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset
Google Tensor G5 (4 nm) Google Tensor G4 (4nm)
Storage
128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB 256GB, 512GB
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 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7
Bluetooth
5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX
Dimensions
152.8 x 72 x 8.6 mm 155.2 x 150.2 x 5.1 mm
Weight
207 grams 257 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins)
Contracts
£12.95/mo (£309.00 upfront) £100.25/mo (£30.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£614.99 £1149.00
Google Pixel 10 Pro Google Pixel 10 Pro Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Expert Rating 4.3
10 reviews
4.2
13 reviews
Screen 6.3" 8"
Display LTPO OLED Foldable LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1280 x 2856 2076 x 2152
Pixels Per Inch 497 374
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera 42 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset Google Tensor G5 (4 nm) Google Tensor G4 (4nm)
Storage 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB 256GB, 512GB
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 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7
Bluetooth 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX
Dimensions 152.8 x 72 x 8.6 mm 155.2 x 150.2 x 5.1 mm
Weight 207 grams 257 grams
Water Resistance IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins)
Contracts £12.95/mo
£309.00 upfront
£100.25/mo
£30.00 upfront
SIM-free £614.99 £1149.00
Deals Deals

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Based on total cost of ownership, the Google Pixel 10 Pro is cheaper on contract at £589.80 over the life of the deal from £12.95 per month with £309.00 upfront.

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

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has the bigger screen at 8" compared to the Google Pixel 10 Pro's 6.3", the Google Pixel 10 Pro has the sharper display at 497 pixels per inch versus 374, and the Google Pixel 10 Pro uses a LTPO OLED panel while the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has a Foldable LTPO AMOLED.

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

The Google Pixel 10 Pro features a 50 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 Google Pixel 10 Pro or Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold?

The Google Pixel 10 Pro is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £614.99.

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

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

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

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

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

The Google Pixel 10 Pro is the more portable of the two — it's 50g lighter at 207 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 152.8 x 72 x 8.6 mm, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is slimmer at 5.1mm thick.

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

The Google Pixel 10 Pro is rated IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is rated IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins).

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

The Google Pixel 10 Pro runs Android 15 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.