Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs Google Pixel 9 Pro XL

Our verdict: When it comes to contract value, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL wins — it's £350.04 less than the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold overall. You'll get more screen real estate from the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold at 8", though the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is crisper at 460 PPI. Snap-happy users may prefer the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and its 50MP rear camera. Front-camera quality goes to the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL at 42MP.

Screen
8" 6.8"
Display
Foldable LTPO AMOLED LTPO AMOLED
Resolution
2076 x 2152 1280 x 2856
Pixels Per Inch
374 460
Rear Camera
48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
10 Megapixels 42 Megapixels
Chipset
Google Tensor G4 (4nm) Google Tensor G4 (4nm)
Storage
256GB, 512GB 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
OS
Android 14 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 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions
155.2 x 150.2 x 5.1 mm 152.8 x 72 x 8.5 mm
Weight
257 grams 199 grams
Water Resistance
IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins) IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts
£100.25/mo (£30.00 upfront) £71.08/mo (£30.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£1149.00 £358.00
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold Google Pixel 9 Pro XL Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Screen 8" 6.8"
Display Foldable LTPO AMOLED LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 2076 x 2152 1280 x 2856
Pixels Per Inch 374 460
Rear Camera 48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 10 Megapixels 42 Megapixels
Chipset Google Tensor G4 (4nm) Google Tensor G4 (4nm)
Storage 256GB, 512GB 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
OS Android 14 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 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions 155.2 x 150.2 x 5.1 mm 152.8 x 72 x 8.5 mm
Weight 257 grams 199 grams
Water Resistance IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins) IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts £100.25/mo
£30.00 upfront
£71.08/mo
£30.00 upfront
SIM-free £1149.00 £358.00
Deals Deals

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Google Pixel 9 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 £883.83 over the life of the deal from £71.08 per month with £30.00 upfront.

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

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has the bigger screen at 8" compared to the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL's 6.8", the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has the sharper display at 460 pixels per inch versus 374, and the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold uses a Foldable LTPO AMOLED panel while the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a LTPO AMOLED.

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

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold features a 48 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 9 Pro Fold or Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £358.00.

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

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

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

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

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

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is the more portable of the two — it's 58g lighter at 199 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 152.8 x 72 x 8.5 mm, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is slimmer at 5.1mm thick.

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

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is rated IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins), while the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.

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

Both phones run Android 14.