Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5

Our Verdict: Comparing Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 and Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold, the choice mostly comes down to portability versus display quality. The Pixel gives you a larger 8-inch screen, its Foldable LTPO AMOLED panel, and a higher-resolution 10MP front camera, while the Samsung is more appealing for its Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel. Choose the Pixel for portability; choose the Samsung if display quality matters more.

If you'd rather pay up front, the Galaxy Z Fold5 5G is the cheaper buy at £360 SIM-free.

Expert Rating
4.2
13 reviews
4.0
12 reviews
Screen
8" 7.6"
Display
Foldable LTPO AMOLED Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution
2076 x 2152 1812 x 2176
Pixels Per Inch
374 373
Rear Camera
48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
10 Megapixels 4 Megapixels
Chipset
Google Tensor G4 (4nm) Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm)
Battery
4,650 mAh 4,400 mAh
Storage
256GB, 512GB 256GB, 512GB
OS
Android 14 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 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions
155.2 x 150.2 x 5.1 mm 158.5 x 67.5 x 14.5 mm
Weight
257 grams 275 grams
Water Resistance
IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins) IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins)
Contracts
- £71.50/mo (£30.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£689.99 £359.99
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
Expert Rating 4.2
13 reviews
4.0
12 reviews
Screen 8" 7.6"
Display Foldable LTPO AMOLED Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution 2076 x 2152 1812 x 2176
Pixels Per Inch 374 373
Rear Camera 48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 10 Megapixels 4 Megapixels
Chipset Google Tensor G4 (4nm) Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm)
Battery 4,650 mAh 4,400 mAh
Storage 256GB, 512GB 256GB, 512GB
OS Android 14 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 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions 155.2 x 150.2 x 5.1 mm 158.5 x 67.5 x 14.5 mm
Weight 257 grams 275 grams
Water Resistance IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins) IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins)
Contracts - £71.50/mo
£30.00 upfront
SIM-free £689.99 £359.99
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Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
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From £689.99

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5

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512GB

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5GB

Data

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£71.50 a month, £30 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has the bigger screen at 8" compared to the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5's 7.6", both screens are similarly sharp at around 374 pixels per inch, and the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold uses a Foldable LTPO AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 has a Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X.

Which has the better camera, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold features a 48 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 9 Pro Fold or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £359.99.

What storage options are available for the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is available in 256GB, 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 comes in 256GB, 512GB.

What processors do the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 use?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is powered by the Google Tensor G4 (4nm), 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 9 Pro Fold or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?

It's a trade-off: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is more compact. It's 18g lighter at 257 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 9 Pro Fold is slimmer at 5.1mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?

Both phones share the same water resistance rating of IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins).

What operating system do the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 run?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold runs Android 14 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.