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Pixel 9 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special

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

Smartphone Battle
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Google · 2024

Pixel 9 Pro

Pixel 9 Pro
86/ 100
Launch MSRP$999 USD
Samsung

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special
86/ 100
Launch MSRPPricing on request
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special BETTER THAN Pixel 9 Pro?

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Pixel 9 Pro
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold SpecialWinner 🏆

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORPixel 9Samsung GalaxyLEADER
Refresh Rate120Hz120Hz120Hz
Battery Capacity4,700 mAh4,400 mAh+4,700 mAh
Wired Fast Charging27WStandard27W Max
Main Camera Sensor50 MP50 MP50 MP
Screen Display Size6.3"8"8"
Chassis Weight199gN/A199g Lightest
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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Pixel 9 Pro:
  • ✓800g lighter chassis (199g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓$9000 lower launch MSRP ($999 vs $9999)
  • ✓Larger 4,700 mAh battery capacity (+300 mAh more capacity)
Reasons to buy Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special:
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓8" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationPixel 9 ProSamsung Galaxy Z Fold Special
1. Display & Screen🏆 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special Wins Display
Screen Type & TechLTPO OLEDAMOLED
Screen Size6.3"8"
Resolution & Density2856x1280 (495 ppi)FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness3,000 nits peakN/A
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Pixel 9 Pro Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 14Android
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory16 GB LPDDR16 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1024GB512 GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Pixel 9 Pro Wins Camera
Primary Camera50 MP, f/1.68, OIS, Samsung GNK50 MP, Triple Camera System
Telephoto Zoom48 MP (5x optical zoom), f/2.8, OISNone (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera48 MP, f/1.7N/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
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 Lens42 MP, f/2.212 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Pixel 9 Pro Lightest Chassis
Dimensions152.8 x 72 x 8.5 mmN/A
Weight199 gN/A
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceIP68Not certified
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Pixel 9 Pro Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,700 mAh4,400 mAh
Wired Fast Charging27W wired fast chargingFast charging
Wireless Charging21W wireless chargingNot supported
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 7Wi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-band
Bluetooth5.3Bluetooth 5.3+
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.2USB Type-C
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compassBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS via satellite (select markets)Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsStandard finishesStandard finishes
Launch Price$999Price on request
Editorial Lab Verdict

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special edges ahead with a BeastScore of 86.1/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 architecture and verified 80/100 camera rating.

When to buy Pixel 9 Pro:
Larger battery capacity: 4,700 mAh (+300 mAh more) · Significantly faster wired charging: 27W vs max 0W
When to buy Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special:
Higher overall BeastScore: 86.1 vs top rival 85.6 · Significantly larger display: 8" vs max 6.3" for media & multitasking
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Pixel 9 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special

Which phone is better: Pixel 9 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special?

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special leads with an overall BeastScore of 86.1/100 compared to Pixel 9 Pro (85.6/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 86.1 vs top rival 85.6 and Significantly larger display: 8" vs max 6.3" for media & multitasking.

What are the primary battery and display differences between Pixel 9 Pro and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special?

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

How do the camera capabilities compare between Pixel 9 Pro and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special?

In lab hardware evaluations, Pixel 9 Pro scores 91/100 in camera performance, while Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special scores 80/100.

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