Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold: Can It Compete with Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 7?
Design & Durability
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 shines with its ultra-thin folded profile (8.9 mm) and lighter weight at 215 g.
Pixel 10 Pro Fold is thicker (10.8 mm folded) and heavier at 258 g—but brings a breakthrough: the first foldable to earn IP68 water and dust resistance, surpassing Samsung’s IP48 rating.
Displays
Both devices feature an 8-inch internal OLED panel with 120 Hz refresh and excellent peak brightness. The Pixel holds an edge at 3,000 nits vs Samsung’s 2,600 nits.
On the outside, the Fold 7 slightly leads with a 6.5-inch cover screen compared to the Pixel's 6.4-inch.
Performance & Hardware
Pixel 10 Pro Fold is powered by Google’s Tensor G5—boasting 34% faster CPU and 60% improved TPU speeds.
Galaxy Z Fold 7 uses the Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy, delivering even faster real-world performance.
Pixel comes with a full 16 GB RAM across models. Samsung gives 16 GB only to the top-tier storage model; others offer 12 GB.
Battery & Charging
Pixel 10 Pro Fold houses a 5,015 mAh battery with ~30 hours of endurance and supports 30W wired and Qi2 wireless charging with PixelSnap magnetic accessories.
Galaxy Z Fold 7 offers a smaller 4,400 mAh battery, 25W wired, and 15W wireless charging, lasting up to 24 hours.
Camera System
Pixel retains its proven 48 MP wide (with 5x optical zoom), 10.5 MP ultrawide, and 10.8 MP telephoto setup—plus software features like Magic Cue and Camera Coach.
Samsung ups the ante with a 200 MP main sensor and a reliable triple-camera setup with 3x zoom.
Software & Ecosystem
Both run Android 16—Samsung on One UI 8, Google with Material 3. Each promises 7 years of OS and security updates.
Pixel also adds AI features like Gemini AI, enhanced translation, and long-term software support. Android Central
Final Verdict
| Strength | Pixel 10 Pro Fold | Galaxy Z Fold 7 |
|---|---|---|
| Design | Heavier, thicker but IP68 dust & water resistance | Slimmer, lighter, more portable |
| Display | Brighter, sharper internal screen | Larger external display |
| Hardware | AI-driven Tensor G5, full 16 GB RAM | More powerful Snapdragon GPU |
| Battery & Charging | Larger battery, pixelSnap Qi2 magnetic | Smaller battery, standard charging |
| Camera | Smart features, 5x zoom | Higher-resolution sensor (200 MP) |
| Durability | Gearless hinge, IP68 | Armor FlexHinge, newer materials |
Which should you pick?
Choose the Pixel 10 Pro Fold if you value battery life, durability, AI-powered features, and wireless charging.
Opt for the Galaxy Z Fold 7 if portability, display size, and peak hardware performance are your top priorities.
Both foldables set high standards—your choice should reflect what features matter most to your daily experience.
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