Google Pixel Fold 5G vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6

Our verdict: If the camera matters most, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 has the edge at 50MP. For video calls and selfies, the Google Pixel Fold 5G offers a 8MP front camera. At 239g, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 is the lighter of the two. Buying outright? The Google Pixel Fold 5G is more affordable at £534.99 SIM-free.

Screen
7.6" 7.6"
Display
OLED Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution
2208 x 1840 1856 x 2160
Pixels Per Inch
378 375
Rear Camera
48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
8 Megapixels 4 Megapixels
Chipset
Google Tensor G2 (5 nm) Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
Storage
256GB, 512GB 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
OS
Android 13 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 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7
Bluetooth
5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions
158.7 x 139.7 x 5.8 mm 153.5 x 68.1 x 12.1 mm
Weight
283 grams 239 grams
Water Resistance
IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins) IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins)
Contracts
£96.50/mo (£30.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£534.99 £649.99
Google Pixel Fold 5G Google Pixel Fold 5G Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
Screen 7.6" 7.6"
Display OLED Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution 2208 x 1840 1856 x 2160
Pixels Per Inch 378 375
Rear Camera 48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 8 Megapixels 4 Megapixels
Chipset Google Tensor G2 (5 nm) Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
Storage 256GB, 512GB 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
OS Android 13 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 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7
Bluetooth 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions 158.7 x 139.7 x 5.8 mm 153.5 x 68.1 x 12.1 mm
Weight 283 grams 239 grams
Water Resistance IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins) IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins)
Contracts £96.50/mo
£30.00 upfront
SIM-free £534.99 £649.99
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Google Pixel Fold 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 7.6", both screens are similarly sharp at around 378 pixels per inch, and the Google Pixel Fold 5G uses a OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 has a Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X.

Which has the better camera, the Google Pixel Fold 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6?

The Google Pixel Fold 5G features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 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 Fold 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6?

The Google Pixel Fold 5G is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £534.99.

What storage options are available for the Google Pixel Fold 5G and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6?

The Google Pixel Fold 5G is available in 256GB, 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.

What processors do the Google Pixel Fold 5G and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 use?

The Google Pixel Fold 5G is powered by the Google Tensor G2 (5 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 uses the Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Google Pixel Fold 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 is the more portable of the two — it's 44g lighter at 239 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 153.5 x 68.1 x 12.1 mm, the Google Pixel Fold 5G is slimmer at 5.8mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Google Pixel Fold 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6?

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 Fold 5G and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 run?

The Google Pixel Fold 5G runs Android 13 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.