Google Pixel 11 Pro vs Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Our Verdict: There's two years between the Pixel 9 Pro Fold and the Pixel 11 Pro, so the Pixel 11 Pro is ahead on most things. The 11 Pro leads on camera hardware with a 50MP main sensor to the 9 Pro Fold's 48MP, and the 9 Pro Fold has the bigger screen at 8" against 6.3", while the 11 Pro has the sharper one at 497 PPI. The 11 Pro offers up to 1TB of storage versus 512GB on the 9 Pro Fold, and the 11 Pro is the lighter phone at 207g against 257g. The 11 Pro is the better phone; upgrade from the 9 Pro Fold if you want the newer hardware, or hold on if yours still does the job.
If you'd rather pay up front, the 9 Pro Fold is the cheaper buy at £690 SIM-free.
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Google Pixel 11 Pro
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Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
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| Expert Rating | 3.7 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 | 13 Megapixels | 10 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Google Tensor G6 (2 nm) | Google Tensor G4 (4nm) |
| Battery | 4,850 mAh | 4,650 mAh |
| Storage | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB | 256GB, 512GB |
| OS | Android 17 | 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 | 6.0, 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 |
£29.99/mo
£199.00 upfront |
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| SIM-free | £1029.00 | £689.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Google Pixel 11 Pro or Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has the bigger screen at 8" compared to the Google Pixel 11 Pro's 6.3", the Google Pixel 11 Pro has the sharper display at 497 pixels per inch versus 374, and the Google Pixel 11 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 11 Pro or Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold?
The Google Pixel 11 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 11 Pro or Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £689.99.
What storage options are available for the Google Pixel 11 Pro and Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold?
The Google Pixel 11 Pro is available in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold comes in 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Google Pixel 11 Pro and Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold use?
The Google Pixel 11 Pro is powered by the Google Tensor G6 (2 nm), while the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold uses the Google Tensor G4 (4nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Google Pixel 11 Pro or Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold?
The Google Pixel 11 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 11 Pro or Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold?
The Google Pixel 11 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 11 Pro and Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold run?
The Google Pixel 11 Pro runs Android 17 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.