Apple iPhone 13 Pro vs Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold

Compare Apple iPhone 13 Pro vs Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold side by side: Apple A15 Bionic (5-core GPU) vs Google Tensor G4 (4nm), 12MP vs 48MP camera, 3095mAh vs…

Apple

Pixel 9 Pro Fold

$1,799

9categories won

2 categories tied · 20 scored in total · add a third phone

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold proves superior overall against the Apple iPhone 13 Pro, outperforming on gaming and photography. In camera testing, the Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads with superior optics, while battery endurance leans towards the Pixel 9 Pro Fold. Choose the Pixel 9 Pro Fold if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the iPhone 13 Pro if its lower retail price better fit your budget.

🔋 BatteryPixel 9 Pro Fold

Pixel 9 Pro Fold takes battery honors offering 4,650 mAh alongside 21W charging.

🎮 GamingPixel 9 Pro Fold

Pixel 9 Pro Fold provides greater sustained gaming output with its Google Tensor G4 (4nm) and 16GB RAM.

📸 CameraPixel 9 Pro Fold

Pixel 9 Pro Fold takes photography with 48MP optics and 5x optical telephoto capabilities.

🏷️ ValueiPhone 13 Pro

iPhone 13 Pro provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $999 vs $1799.

Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.

iPhone 13 Pro vs Pixel 9 Pro Fold: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Apple iPhone 13 Pro, Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Specification	iPhone 13 Pro	Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Screen size	6.1"	8"
Resolution	1170 x 2532	2076 x 2152Winner
Pixel density	457 ppiWinner	373 ppi
Refresh rate	120 Hz	120 Hz
Peak brightness	1200 nits	2700 nitsWinner

Performance

Performance comparison between the Apple iPhone 13 Pro, Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Specification	iPhone 13 Pro	Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Chipset	Apple A15 Bionic (5-core GPU)	Google Tensor G4 (4nm)
Process node	5 nm	4 nmWinner
AnTuTu score	—	1,320,000
Geekbench multi	—	4920
Maximum RAM	6 GB	16 GBWinner
Maximum storage	1TBWinner	512GB

Camera

Camera comparison between the Apple iPhone 13 Pro, Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Specification	iPhone 13 Pro	Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Main sensor	12 MP	48 MPWinner
Rear cameras	3	3
Optical zoom	3x	5xWinner
Ultrawide	12 MPWinner	10.5 MP
Selfie camera	12 MPWinner	10 MP
Max video	4K at 60fps ProRes	4K at 60fps / 1080p at 240fps / 8K with Video Boost cloud upscaling

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Apple iPhone 13 Pro, Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Specification	iPhone 13 Pro	Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Capacity	3,095 mAh	4,650 mAhWinner
Wired charging	23 WWinner	21 W
Wireless charging	15 WWinner	7.5 W

Design

Design comparison between the Apple iPhone 13 Pro, Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Specification	iPhone 13 Pro	Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Weight	204 gWinner	257 g
Thickness	7.65 mmWinner	10.5 mm
Water resistance	IP68	IPX8
Build	Ceramic Shield front, textured matte glass back, stainless steel design	Aerospace-grade high-strength aluminum alloy hinge, multi-alloy steel, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 front and back

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Apple iPhone 13 Pro, Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Specification	iPhone 13 Pro	Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Operating system	iOS 15, upgradable to iOS 18	Android 14 (upgradable to Android 15)
OS updates	6 years	7 yearsWinner
Security updates	6 years	7 yearsWinner

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Apple iPhone 13 Pro, Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Specification	iPhone 13 Pro	Pixel 9 Pro Fold
5G	Yes	Yes
Wi-Fi	—	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz with 320MHz channels)
Storage expansion	None	None
3.5mm jack	No	No
Launch price	$999Winner	$1,799