Google’s first folding smartphone, the Google Pixel Fold, has hit stores, and is garnering a lot of buzz. As a first generation product, only time will tell if the Google Pixel Fold is a match for Samsung’s foldable smartphone, the Galaxy Fold.
If you’re thinking about investing in the Google Pixel Fold, you might be wondering how it compares to the Samsung Galaxy Fold. Regardless of which phone you choose, it's important to keep it covered with a product protection plan. When you subscribe to Mulberry Unlimited, you'll get coverage for your electronic devices, accessories, and more under the same product protection plan, for just $9.99 a month.
Here’s what we know so far about how the Google Pixel Fold compares to the Samsung Galaxy Fold:
Here’s a side by side comparison of the Google Pixel Fold and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4:
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Google Pixel Fold |
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 |
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Release date |
June 2023 |
August 2022 |
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Starting price |
$1,799 |
$1,799 |
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Main screen size |
7.6 inch OLED |
7.6 inch OLED |
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Main screen resolution |
2208 x 1849, 380ppi |
2176 x 1812, 374ppi |
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Main screen aspect ratio |
6:5 |
21.6:18 |
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Cover screen size |
5.8 inch OLED |
6.2 inch OLED |
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Cover screen resolution |
2092 x 1080, 408ppi |
2316 x 904, 402ppi |
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Cover screen aspect ratio |
17.4:9 |
23.1:9 |
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Weight |
283g |
263g |
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Dimensions (open) |
139.7 x 158.7 x 5.8mm |
155.1 x 130.1 x 6.3mm |
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Dimensions (closed) |
139.7 x 79.5 x 12.1mm |
155.1 x 67.1 x 15.8 |
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Battery capacity |
4,821mAh |
4,400mAh |
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Rear camera |
48MP, f/1.7, 0.8μm (main), 10.8MP, f/2.2, 1.25μm (ultrawide), 10.8MP, f/3.05, 1.22μm, 5x (telephoto) |
50MP, f/1.8, 2.0μm (main), 12MP f/2.2, 1.12μm (ultrawide), 10MP, f/2.4, 1.0μm, 3x (telephoto) |
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Front camera |
9.5MP, f/2.2, 1.22μm (cover), 8MP, f/2, 1.22μm (main) |
9.5MP, f/2.2, 1.22μm (cover), 8MP, f/2, 1.22μm (main) |
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Video |
HDR, 4K video recording at 30fps and 60fps, 1080p video recording at 30fps and 60fps, slow-motion video up to 240fps, 4K timelapse with stabilization, astrophotography timelapse |
HDR, 8K video recording at 24fps, 1080p and 4K video recording at 30fps and 60fps, slow-motion 1080p video support at 240fps, super slow-mo 720p video support at 960fps, hyperlapse 4K video support at 30fps |
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Processor |
Google Tensor G2 |
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 |
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RAM |
12 GB |
12 GB |
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Storage |
256 GB, 512 GB |
256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB |
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Ports |
USB-C charging port |
USB-C charging port |
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Wireless charging |
Yes |
Yes |
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Water and dust protection |
IPX8 rating |
IPX8 rating |
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Authentication |
Face unlock, fingerprint scanner |
Face unlock, fingerprint scanner |
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Stylus support |
No |
Yes |
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Color options |
Obsidian, porcelain |
Phantom black, gray-green, beige, burgundy |
Based on the specs alone, the Google Pixel Fold and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 seem pretty comparable. However, there are still some significant differences to think about.
Although the two have the same starting price, you’re probably more likely to land a deal on the Samsung Galaxy Fold because it’s been on the market longer. Another major difference is that the Samsung Galaxy Fold offers stylus support, while the Google Pixel Fold is finger touch only. From a productivity standpoint, this could be a dealbreaker.
The Samsung Galaxy Fold also has a 1 TB storage option, and is lighter weight than the Google Pixel Fold (by 20 grams). The Google Pixel Fold is thinner when folded than the Samsung; however the Samsung is thinner when open.
Ultimately, only time will tell whether the Google Pixel Fold takes the cake or Samsung continues to own the foldable smartphone market. While the Google Pixel Fold looks like it will be comparable to the Samsung Galaxy Fold, it’s hard to be sure of its durability and functionality until it is actually in the hands of consumers.
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