Nothing Phone (3) Pro vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 9
Compare Nothing Phone (3) Pro vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 9 side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 for Galaxy, 50MP vs…
Nothing
Phone (3) Pro
$799
5categories won
Samsung
Galaxy Z Fold 9
$1,999
12categories won
5 categories tied · 22 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 (3) Pro, outperforming on gaming and photography. For battery longevity and charging speed, the Phone (3) Pro takes the lead, while the Galaxy Z Fold 9 is the clear choice for demanding 3D gaming and heavy multitasking. Choose the Galaxy Z Fold 9 if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Phone (3) Pro if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
Phone (3) Pro wins on endurance with 5,400 mAh and 65W fast 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 (3) Pro provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $799 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 (3) Pro vs Galaxy Z Fold 9: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Phone (3) Pro | 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 | 2600 nits | 3200 nitsWinner |
Performance
| Specification | Phone (3) Pro | Galaxy Z Fold 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 for Galaxy |
| Process node | 3 nm | 2 nmWinner |
| AnTuTu score | 2,990,000 | 3,200,000Winner |
| Geekbench multi | 10300 | 10800Winner |
| Maximum RAM | 16 GB | 24 GBWinner |
| Maximum storage | 512GB | 2TBWinner |
Camera
| Specification | Phone (3) Pro | Galaxy Z Fold 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | 200 MPWinner |
| Rear cameras | 3 | 3 |
| Optical zoom | 5x | 5x |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Selfie camera | 32 MPWinner | 16 MP |
| Max video | 4K@60fps | 8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Phone (3) Pro | Galaxy Z Fold 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,400 mAhWinner | 5,000 mAh |
| Wired charging | 65 W | 65 W |
| Wireless charging | 15 W | 25 WWinner |
Design
| Specification | Phone (3) Pro | Galaxy Z Fold 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 203 gWinner | 215 g |
| Thickness | 8.5 mm | 4.9 mmWinner |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP68 |
| Build | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 front and rear, 100% recycled aluminum midframe, transparent back panel with Glyph Matrix 2.0 | Grade 5 Titanium frame, Ceramic Glass front and back |
Software and support
| Specification | Phone (3) Pro | Galaxy Z Fold 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 16 (Nothing OS 3.5) | Android 17 |
| OS updates | 4 years | 7 yearsWinner |
| Security updates | 5 years | 7 yearsWinner |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Phone (3) Pro | Galaxy Z Fold 9 |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $799Winner | $1,999 |
Nothing Phone (3) Pro
Nothing ascends into true flagship territory with the Phone (3) Pro, introducing a 5x periscope telephoto lens, Snapdragon 8 Elite computing, and the next-generation 540-LED Glyph Matrix 2.0 behind its iconic transparent casing.
- Display
- 6.7"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,400mAh
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