Google Pixel 8 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
The Verdict
Pixel 8 Pro delivers superior camera versatility with its 5x optical zoom telephoto and exceptional computational photography powered by Tensor G3, alongside a brighter 2400-nit display and faster 30W charging. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 impresses with its innovative foldable form factor, larger 7.6-inch inner display, and slightly better processor performance via Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, though its smaller 4400 mAh battery and weaker camera system hold it back. Display brightness favors Pixel (2400 vs 1750 nits), while processing edges toward Z Fold 5. For mainstream users prioritizing photography, battery endurance, and overall refinement, Pixel 8 Pro offers better value at $999. Z Fold 5 suits those craving cutting-edge foldable technology willing to pay $1800 for novelty over practicality.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Google Pixel 8 Pro if…
- →Outstanding camera system with 5x telephoto
- →Seven years of OS and security updates
- →Bright 2400-nit Super Actua display
Buy the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 if…
- →Slimmer hinge with zero-gap fold eliminates the gap seen on Fold 4
- →Large 7.6-inch inner display for multitasking and productivity
- →Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 flagship performance
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Google Pixel 8 Pro
Pros
- Outstanding camera system with 5x telephoto
- Seven years of OS and security updates
- Bright 2400-nit Super Actua display
- Built-in temperature sensor
- On-device AI features
Cons
- Tensor G3 prone to thermal throttling
- Slow 30W wired charging
- Heavy at 213 g
- Expensive at launch
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Pros
- Slimmer hinge with zero-gap fold eliminates the gap seen on Fold 4
- Large 7.6-inch inner display for multitasking and productivity
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 flagship performance
- IPX8 water resistance
- Four years of OS and five years of security updates
Cons
- Very expensive starting at $1799
- Heavy at 253 g
- Visible crease on inner display
- Slow 25W charging for a premium device
- Under-display camera is noticeably lower quality
Full Specifications
| Spec | Google Pixel 8 Pro | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 14 | Android 13, One UI 5.1.1 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 213 g | 253 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | Armor Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
| IP rating | IP68 | IPX8 |
| Dimensions | 162.6 x 76.5 x 8.8 mm | 154.9 x 129.9 x 6.1 mm unfolded |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.68, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS |
| Front camera | 10.5 MP, f/2.2 | 10 MP cover, 4 MP under-display |
| Video | 4K@60fps | 4K@60fps |
| Telephoto | 48 MP, f/2.8, 5x optical zoom | 10 MP 3x optical |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP, f/1.95, 125.5-degree | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 12 GB | 12 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB | 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 5050 mAh | 4400 mAh |
| Charging | 30W wired | 25W wired |
| Wireless charging | 23W (Pixel Stand) | 15W |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.7 inches | 7.6 inches inner, 6.2 inches cover |
| Type | LTPO OLED | Dynamic AMOLED 2X LTPO |
| Resolution | 2992 x 1344 | 2176 x 1812 inner, 2316 x 904 cover |
| Refresh rate | 1-120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 2400 | 1750 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Nona-core (1x3.0 GHz Cortex-X3 & 4x2.45 GHz Cortex-A715 & 4x2.15 GHz Cortex-A510) | Octa-core (1x3.36 GHz + 2x2.8 GHz + 2x2.8 GHz + 3x2.0 GHz) |
| GPU | Immortalis-G715s MC10 | Adreno 740 |
| Chipset | Google Tensor G3 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 3.2 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
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