Nothing Phone (2) vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 9
Compare Nothing Phone (2) vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 9 side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 for Galaxy, 50MP vs 200MP…
Nothing
Phone (2)
$599
4categories won
Samsung
Galaxy Z Fold 9
$1,999
15categories won
2 categories tied · 21 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 9 takes the overall win
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 9 proves superior overall against the Nothing Phone (2), outperforming on gaming and photography. In camera testing, the Galaxy Z Fold 9 leads with superior optics, while battery endurance leans towards the Galaxy Z Fold 9. Choose the Galaxy Z Fold 9 if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Phone (2) if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
Galaxy Z Fold 9 takes battery honors offering 5,000 mAh alongside 65W charging.
Galaxy Z Fold 9 provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 for Galaxy and 24GB RAM.
Galaxy Z Fold 9 takes photography with 200MP optics and 5x optical telephoto capabilities.
Phone (2) provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $599 vs $1999.
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.
Phone (2) vs Galaxy Z Fold 9: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Phone (2) | Galaxy Z Fold 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.7" | 7.9" |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2412 | 2160 x 1856Winner |
| Pixel density | 394 ppiWinner | 360 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 1600 nits | 3200 nitsWinner |
Performance
| Specification | Phone (2) | Galaxy Z Fold 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 for Galaxy |
| Process node | 4 nm | 2 nmWinner |
| AnTuTu score | 1,250,000 | 3,200,000Winner |
| Geekbench multi | 4520 | 10800Winner |
| Maximum RAM | 12 GB | 24 GBWinner |
| Maximum storage | 512GB | 2TBWinner |
Camera
| Specification | Phone (2) | Galaxy Z Fold 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | 200 MPWinner |
| Rear cameras | 2 | 3Winner |
| Optical zoom | — | 5x |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Selfie camera | 32 MPWinner | 16 MP |
| Max video | 4K at 60fps | 8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Phone (2) | Galaxy Z Fold 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 4,700 mAh | 5,000 mAhWinner |
| Wired charging | 45 W | 65 WWinner |
| Wireless charging | 15 W | 25 WWinner |
Design
| Specification | Phone (2) | Galaxy Z Fold 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 201 gWinner | 215 g |
| Thickness | 8.6 mm | 4.9 mmWinner |
| Water resistance | IP54 | IP68 |
| Build | 100% recycled aluminum midframe, transparent pillowed glass back | Grade 5 Titanium frame, Ceramic Glass front and back |
Software and support
| Specification | Phone (2) | Galaxy Z Fold 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 13 (upgradable to 15) | Android 17 |
| OS updates | 3 years | 7 yearsWinner |
| Security updates | 4 years | 7 yearsWinner |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Phone (2) | Galaxy Z Fold 9 |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $599Winner | $1,999 |
Nothing Phone (2)
Featuring a curved transparent glass back, 33 addressable Glyph LED zones, a 1-120Hz LTPO OLED display, and clean Nothing OS software, the Phone (2) brings distinct design individuality to the premium mid-range.
- Display
- 6.7"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 4,700mAh
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 9
The Galaxy Z Fold 9 represents Samsung’s ultimate foldable breakthrough: under 5mm thickness when opened, 215g light weight, integrated 200MP camera sensor, and a massive 7.9-inch crease-free canvas.
- Display
- 7.9"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 for Galaxy
- Main camera
- 200MP
- Battery
- 5,000mAh