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Galaxy Z Fold 7 vs Pixel 9

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing display brightness, chipset benchmark percentiles, multi-camera arrays, battery capacity, and charging speeds.

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· 2025

Galaxy Z Fold 7

$1999

85.0/ 100

Overall

Exceptional

BeastScore

85.0

Benchmark

Performance90/100

Camera100/100

Battery70/100

· 2024

Pixel 9

$799

84.9/ 100

Overall

Exceptional

BeastScore

84.9

Benchmark

Performance90/100

Camera88/100

Battery78/100

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Galaxy Z Fold 7:

✓200MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
✓8" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

Reasons to buy Pixel 9:

✓17g lighter chassis (198g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
✓$1200 lower launch MSRP ($799 vs $1999)
✓Larger 4,700 mAh battery capacity (+300 mAh more capacity)

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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Specification	Galaxy Z Fold 7	Pixel 9
1. Display & Screen
Screen Type & Tech	Dynamic AMOLED 2X	Actua OLED
Screen Size	8"	6.3"
Resolution & Density	2184x1968 (368 ppi)	2424x1080 (422 ppi)
Refresh Rate	120 Hz ProMotion	120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness	2,600 nits peak	2,700 nits peak
Screen Protection	Scratch-resistant glass	Scratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / Processor	High performance SoC	High performance SoC
CPU Cores	Multi-core high performance	Multi-core high performance
GPU Graphics	Integrated Graphics	Integrated Graphics
Operating System	Android 16	Android 14
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory	12 GB	12 GB
Internal Storage	256GB / 512GB / 1024GB	128GB / 256GB
Storage Speed	High-speed flash	High-speed flash
Card Slot	No	No
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera	200 MP, f/1.7, OIS	50 MP, f/1.68, OIS, Samsung GNK
Telephoto Zoom	10 MP (3x optical zoom), f/2.4, OIS	None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera	12 MP, f/2.2	48 MP, f/1.7
LiDAR / Depth	None	None
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video	4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR	4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
Front Video	4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS	4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens	10 MP, f/2.2	10.5 MP, f/2.2
7. Body & Dimensions
Dimensions	158.4 x 143.2 x 4.2 mm	152.8 x 72 x 8.5 mm
Weight	215 g	198 g
Build Materials	Glass front, metal/glass frame	Glass front, metal/glass frame
SIM Type	Nano-SIM / eSIM support	Nano-SIM / eSIM support
Water Resistance	IP48	IP68
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity	4,400 mAh	4,700 mAh
Wired Fast Charging	25W wired fast charging	27W wired fast charging
Wireless Charging	15W wireless charging	15W wireless charging
Reverse Charging	Reverse wireless charging	Reverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
Loudspeaker	Stereo speakers	Stereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone Jack	No	No
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi Standard	Wi-Fi 7	Wi-Fi 7
Bluetooth	5.4	5.3
USB Port & Speed	USB-C 3.2	USB-C 3.2
NFC	Yes (contactless payment)	Yes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
Sensors	Biometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass	Biometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite Features	Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)	Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
Colors	Standard finishes	Standard finishes
Launch Price	$1999	$799

Editorial Lab Verdict

Galaxy Z Fold 7 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 85.0/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Galaxy Z Fold 7 ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 100/100 camera rating.

When to buy Galaxy Z Fold 7:

Higher overall BeastScore: 85.0 vs top rival 84.9 · Higher resolution main sensor: 200 MP vs max 50 MP

When to buy Pixel 9:

Larger battery capacity: 4,700 mAh (+300 mAh more) · Lighter body: 198g (17g lighter in hand)

Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Galaxy Z Fold 7 vs Pixel 9

Which phone is better: Galaxy Z Fold 7 or Pixel 9?

Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads with an overall BeastScore of 85.0/100 compared to Pixel 9 (84.9/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 85.0 vs top rival 84.9 and Higher resolution main sensor: 200 MP vs max 50 MP.

What are the primary battery and display differences between Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Pixel 9?

Galaxy Z Fold 7 is equipped with a 8-inch display and 4400 mAh battery, while Pixel 9 features a 6.3-inch display and 4700 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Pixel 9?

In lab hardware evaluations, Galaxy Z Fold 7 scores 100/100 in camera performance, while Pixel 9 scores 88/100.

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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

Galaxy Z Fold 7 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 85.0/100

Frequently Asked Questions: Galaxy Z Fold 7 vs Pixel 9

Which phone is better: Galaxy Z Fold 7 or Pixel 9?

What are the primary battery and display differences between Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Pixel 9?

How do the camera capabilities compare between Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Pixel 9?

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