Google Pixel 9 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7

Our Verdict: Galaxy Z Flip7 has the better claim for contract value, led by the lower contract price from £13/mo and the larger 6.9" screen. Pixel 9 is not just a fallback, though: it brings the sharper 421 PPI display and the cheaper SIM-free price from £309. Pick Galaxy Z Flip7 if those advantages are decisive, but lean toward Pixel 9 when display sharpness is more important.

Over a full contract, the Pixel 9 works out around £691 all-in, about £195 less than the Galaxy Z Flip7.

Expert Rating
4.2
13 reviews
4.1
10 reviews
Screen
6.3" 6.9"
Display
OLED Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution
1080 x 2424 1080 x 2460
Pixels Per Inch
421 389
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
10.5 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset
Google Tensor G4 (4nm) Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Battery
4,700 mAh 4,300 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB 256GB, 512GB
OS
Android 14 Android
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 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
152.8 x 72 x 8.5 mm 166.7 x 75.2 x 6.9 mm
Weight
198 grams 187 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts
£54.42/mo (£30.00 upfront) £13.00/mo (£559.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£319.00 £539.99

Prices updated 28 July 2026

Google Pixel 9 Google Pixel 9 Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7
Expert Rating 4.2
13 reviews
4.1
10 reviews
Screen 6.3" 6.9"
Display OLED Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1080 x 2424 1080 x 2460
Pixels Per Inch 421 389
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 10.5 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset Google Tensor G4 (4nm) Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Battery 4,700 mAh 4,300 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB 256GB, 512GB
OS Android 14 Android
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 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 152.8 x 72 x 8.5 mm 166.7 x 75.2 x 6.9 mm
Weight 198 grams 187 grams
Water Resistance IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts £54.42/mo
£30.00 upfront
£13.00/mo
£559.00 upfront
SIM-free £319.00 £539.99
Prices updated 28 July 2026
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Google Pixel 9
Google Pixel 9

12 Months

128GB

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5GB

Data

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£54.42 per month, £30 upfront.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7

24 Months

256GB

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£13 per month, £559 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Google Pixel 9 or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Google Pixel 9 is cheaper on contract at £690.54 over the life of the deal from £54.42 per month with £30.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Google Pixel 9 or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 has the bigger screen at 6.9" compared to the Google Pixel 9's 6.3", the Google Pixel 9 has the sharper display at 421 pixels per inch versus 389, and the Google Pixel 9 uses a OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 has a Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.

Which has the better camera, the Google Pixel 9 or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7?

The Google Pixel 9 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 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 or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7?

The Google Pixel 9 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £319.00.

What storage options are available for the Google Pixel 9 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7?

The Google Pixel 9 is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 comes in 256GB, 512GB.

What processors do the Google Pixel 9 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 use?

The Google Pixel 9 is powered by the Google Tensor G4 (4nm), while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 uses the Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Google Pixel 9 or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7?

It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 is lighter but the Google Pixel 9 is more compact. It's 11g lighter at 187 grams, though the Google Pixel 9 is actually the more compact phone at 152.8 x 72 x 8.5 mm, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 is slimmer at 6.9mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Google Pixel 9 or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7?

The Google Pixel 9 is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 is rated IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min).

What operating system do the Google Pixel 9 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 run?

The Google Pixel 9 runs Android 14 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.