Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold vs Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Compare Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold vs Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold side by side: Google Tensor G6 vs Google Tensor G4 (4nm), 48MP vs 48MP camera, 4806mAh vs 4650mAh…
Pixel 11 Pro Fold
$1,899
8categories won
Pixel 9 Pro Fold
$1,799
1categories won
11 categories tied · 20 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold takes the overall win
The Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold claims the overall win over the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold, delivering a stronger technical package across battery endurance and core hardware. In camera testing, the two devices offer similar flexibility, while battery endurance leans towards the Pixel 11 Pro Fold. Choose the Pixel 11 Pro Fold if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Pixel 9 Pro Fold if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
Pixel 11 Pro Fold wins on endurance with 4,806 mAh and 30W fast charging.
Pixel 11 Pro Fold leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Google Tensor G6 and 16GB RAM.
Both camera setups are closely matched for daily street photography and low-light shooting.
Pixel 9 Pro Fold wins on budget and value at $1799 compared to $1899.
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.
Pixel 11 Pro Fold vs Pixel 9 Pro Fold: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Pixel 11 Pro Fold | Pixel 9 Pro Fold |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 8" | 8" |
| Resolution | 2076 x 2152 | 2076 x 2152 |
| Pixel density | 372 ppi | 373 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 3600 nitsWinner | 2700 nits |
Performance
| Specification | Pixel 11 Pro Fold | Pixel 9 Pro Fold |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Google Tensor G6 | Google Tensor G4 (4nm) |
| Process node | 3 nmWinner | 4 nm |
| AnTuTu score | — | 1,320,000 |
| Geekbench multi | — | 4920 |
| Maximum RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Maximum storage | 1TBWinner | 512GB |
Camera
| Specification | Pixel 11 Pro Fold | Pixel 9 Pro Fold |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 48 MP | 48 MP |
| Rear cameras | 3 | 3 |
| Optical zoom | 5x | 5x |
| Ultrawide | 10.5 MP | 10.5 MP |
| Selfie camera | 10 MP | 10 MP |
| Max video | 4K at 60fps | 4K at 60fps / 1080p at 240fps / 8K with Video Boost cloud upscaling |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Pixel 11 Pro Fold | Pixel 9 Pro Fold |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 4,806 mAhWinner | 4,650 mAh |
| Wired charging | 30 WWinner | 21 W |
| Wireless charging | 25 WWinner | 7.5 W |
Design
| Specification | Pixel 11 Pro Fold | Pixel 9 Pro Fold |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 239 gWinner | 257 g |
| Thickness | 5 mmWinner | 10.5 mm |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IPX8 |
| Build | Glass-ceramic cover glass, Ultra Thin Glass inner, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 back, aluminum frame | Aerospace-grade high-strength aluminum alloy hinge, multi-alloy steel, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 front and back |
Software and support
| Specification | Pixel 11 Pro Fold | Pixel 9 Pro Fold |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 17 | Android 14 (upgradable to Android 15) |
| OS updates | 7 years | 7 years |
| Security updates | 7 years | 7 years |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Pixel 11 Pro Fold | Pixel 9 Pro Fold |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | 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 | $1,899 | $1,799Winner |
Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold
At $1899, the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold targets premium early adopters and multitasking professionals. It pairs a massive 8-inch, 3600-nit folding display with Google's 3nm Tensor G6 chip and 16GB of RAM, though 30W wired charging and Wi-Fi 6E lag behind current flagship standards.
- Display
- 8"
- Chipset
- Google Tensor G6
- Main camera
- 48MP
- Battery
- 4,806mAh
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
The Pixel 9 Pro Fold radically overhauls Google foldable hardware with a dramatically thinner 10.5mm profile, full 180-degree flat opening, an enormous 8.0-inch Super Actua Flex display reaching 2700 nits, 16GB RAM, and 7 years of full software support.
- Display
- 8"
- Chipset
- Google Tensor G4 (4nm)
- Main camera
- 48MP
- Battery
- 4,650mAh