Google Pixel 10 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5

Our Verdict: The Google Pixel 10 Pro has the bigger battery of the two, 4870mAh against 4400mAh, which usually means longer between charges, and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 has the bigger screen at 7.6" against 6.3", while the Pixel 10 Pro has the sharper one at 497 PPI. The Pixel 10 Pro goes up to 1TB of storage, where the Galaxy Z Fold5 5G tops out at 512GB, and the Pixel 10 Pro is the lighter phone at 207g against 275g. Only pay up for the Galaxy Z Fold5 5G if you'll use what it offers; if not, the Pixel 10 Pro makes more sense.

Over a full contract, the Pixel 10 Pro works out around £635 all-in, about £210 less than the Galaxy Z Fold5 5G.

Expert Rating
4.3
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
4,870 mAh 4,400 mAh
Storage
128GB, 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 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 8.6 mm 158.5 x 67.5 x 14.5 mm
Weight
207 grams 275 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
£24.99/mo (£5.00 upfront) £67.33/mo (£30.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£565.00 £389.99

Prices updated 26 July 2026

Google Pixel 10 Pro Google Pixel 10 Pro Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
Expert Rating 4.3
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 4,870 mAh 4,400 mAh
Storage 128GB, 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 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 8.6 mm 158.5 x 67.5 x 14.5 mm
Weight 207 grams 275 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 £24.99/mo
£5.00 upfront
£67.33/mo
£30.00 upfront
SIM-free £565.00 £389.99
Prices updated 26 July 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Based on total cost of ownership, the Google Pixel 10 Pro is cheaper on contract at £635.16 over the life of the deal from £24.99 per month with £5.00 upfront.

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

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 has the bigger screen at 7.6" 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 373, and the Google Pixel 10 Pro 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 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?

The Google Pixel 10 Pro 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 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 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?

The Google Pixel 10 Pro is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 comes in 256GB, 512GB.

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

The Google Pixel 10 Pro 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 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?

It's a trade-off: the Google Pixel 10 Pro is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is more compact. It's 68g lighter at 207 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 is slimmer at 8.6mm thick.

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

The Google Pixel 10 Pro is rated IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min), 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 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 run?

The Google Pixel 10 Pro 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.