If you’re investing over $2,000 in a foldable phone, it’s crucial to choose wisely. We compare the Pixel 9 Pro Fold and Galaxy Z Fold 6 to help you make an informed decision.
Price and Availability
- Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold: Priced at $1,799 for the base model with 16GB RAM and 256GB storage. Upgrades are available up to 512GB for $1,919.
- Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6: Costs $1,899.99 for the base model with 12GB RAM and 256GB storage. Higher storage options include 512GB for $2,019.99 and 1TB for $2,259.99.
Design and Build
- Pixel 9 Pro Fold: Slightly larger and heavier, measuring 6.1 by 3.0 by 0.4 inches when closed and 6.1 by 5.9 by 0.2 inches when open. Weighs 9.10 ounces.
- Galaxy Z Fold 6: Measures 6.04 by 2.68 by 0.48 inches when closed and 6.04 by 5.22 by 0.22 inches when open. Weighs 8.43 ounces.
Both devices feature strong aluminum frames and Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2. The Z Fold 6 has a higher IP48 dust and water resistance rating compared to the Pixel 9 Pro Fold’s IPX8.
Winner: Tie
Displays
- Pixel 9 Pro Fold: 8-inch inner display with a resolution of 2,076 by 2,152 pixels and peak brightness of 2,700 nits. Outer display measures 6.3 inches with 2,424 by 1,080 pixels resolution.
- Galaxy Z Fold 6: 7.6-inch inner display with a resolution of 2,160 by 1,856 pixels and peak brightness of 2,600 nits. Outer display measures 6.3 inches with 2,376 by 968 pixels resolution.
The Z Fold 6 supports S Pen stylus, not available on the Pixel 9 Pro Fold.
Winner: Galaxy Z Fold 6
Performance
- Pixel 9 Pro Fold: Powered by the Google Tensor G4 chip with 16GB RAM.
- Galaxy Z Fold 6: Equipped with Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, which has shown strong performance in benchmarks.
Winner: Too early to tell
Cameras
- Pixel 9 Pro Fold: Features a 48MP main camera, a 10.5MP ultra-wide camera, and a 10.8MP telephoto camera with 5x optical zoom.
- Galaxy Z Fold 6: Offers a 50MP main camera, a 12MP ultra-wide camera, and a 10MP telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom.
Both phones offer 4K video recording, with Google using cloud-based servers for enhanced video quality.
Winner: Too early to tell
Battery Life and Charging
- Pixel 9 Pro Fold: Comes with a 4,650mAh battery and supports 45W wired charging (charger sold separately).
- Galaxy Z Fold 6: Includes a 4,400mAh battery and supports 25W wired charging (charger sold separately).
Both phones offer 15W Qi wireless charging.
Winner: Too early to tell
Software
- Pixel 9 Pro Fold: Runs stock Android 14 with features like Gemini for AI-based tasks.
- Galaxy Z Fold 6: Runs Android 14 with Samsung’s One UI, including Dex for a desktop-like experience and various handwriting features.
Both phones offer seven years of OS upgrades and security updates.
Conclusion
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold offers a brighter display and larger battery, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 provides productivity features like the S Pen and Dex desktop mode. The decision ultimately depends on your priorities and whether you value productivity tools or a superior display. Check back soon for a detailed review of the Pixel 9 Pro Fold.
