- Pixel 10 Pro Fold is the first foldable with IP68 water and dust resistance, while Fold7 has IP48
- Google offers brighter displays, larger battery, faster charging, and AI-driven features
- Samsung counters with a lighter, slimmer design, 200MP main camera, and more storage options
- Pixel 10 Pro Fold starts at ₹1,72,999 while Galaxy Z Fold7 begins at ₹1,74,999 with multiple variants
Google has stepped into the spotlight once again with the launch of its Pixel 10 Pro Fold at the Made by Google event. What makes this announcement particularly historic is the fact that it is the world’s first foldable smartphone to feature a full IP68 rating.
For years, foldable devices have been criticized for their lack of water and dust resistance, but Google has finally broken that barrier. However, the excitement is far from one-sided. Samsung, the long-time leader in the foldable smartphone market, has already rolled out its Galaxy Z Fold7.
With both devices now competing for consumer attention, the big question is: which one deserves your pocket and your investment?
Let’s break down everything you need to know, from design and display to performance, cameras, and battery life.
Design and Build Quality
The Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold has set itself apart with an IP68 rating, making it the most durable foldable in the market today. This means users finally get complete water and dust protection on a foldable device, a feature previously exclusive to premium bar-shaped smartphones. Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold7, on the other hand, carries an IP48 rating. While it offers some protection, it is not at the same level of resilience as Google’s latest entry.
In terms of build, both devices use Gorilla Glass Victus 2, ensuring strong scratch resistance and durability. But when it comes to weight and compactness, Samsung pulls ahead. The Galaxy Z Fold7 is slimmer and lighter at 215 grams, with dimensions of 8.9mm folded and 4.2mm unfolded. In contrast, Google’s foldable feels bulkier at 258 grams and measures 10.8mm folded and 5.2mm unfolded. For those who value portability, Samsung takes the crown here.
Display Brilliance
Foldable smartphones live or die by their displays, and both companies know this very well. Google equips the Pixel 10 Pro Fold with a 6.4-inch OLED cover screen and an 8-inch OLED inner display. Both panels boast up to 3,000 nits of peak brightness, making them some of the brightest foldable screens ever produced. They also support a 120Hz adaptive refresh rate, offering silky smooth animations and viewing experiences.
Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold7 matches the Pixel’s screen size on the inside with its own 8-inch AMOLED display but offers a slightly larger 6.5-inch outer display. Both panels also refresh at 120Hz but peak at 2,600 nits, making them bright but still a notch below Google’s offering. In real-world terms, Google provides better visibility under harsh sunlight and a superior HDR experience.
Power and Performance
Under the hood, Google has armed the Pixel 10 Pro Fold with its own Tensor G5 chipset, designed with AI-first computing in mind. Paired with 16GB of RAM and 256GB storage in the Indian market, the phone is engineered to handle intensive tasks seamlessly. Security gets a boost too with the Titan M2 coprocessor.
Samsung, however, continues to rely on Qualcomm’s powerhouse Snapdragon 8 Elite processor. The Galaxy Z Fold7 is offered in a variety of configurations, starting at 12GB + 256GB and going all the way up to 16GB + 1TB, giving users much more flexibility in terms of storage. For sheer processing grunt, Qualcomm’s chip has historically outperformed Google’s Tensor series, especially in raw gaming and benchmark scores. But the Pixel makes up ground with highly integrated AI capabilities.
Software Smarts
Both phones ship with Android 16 out of the box and promise seven years of OS and security updates, ensuring long-term support. This is a significant commitment, as foldable buyers typically want assurance that their investment will stand the test of time.
Google’s Pixel 10 Pro Fold, however, adds more value with advanced AI-powered features such as Magic Cue for real-time suggestions, Live Translate for seamless multilingual communication, Theft Protection, Car Crash Detection, and even an earthquake alert system. These features position the Pixel as more than just a phone—it’s designed as a smart companion that adapts to your lifestyle.
Samsung focuses more on its hardware ecosystem integration, offering smooth connectivity with Galaxy Tabs, Galaxy Watches, and Galaxy Buds. For users already invested in the Samsung ecosystem, this is a significant plus.
Battery and Charging
Battery life is a crucial factor when deciding on a foldable. Google equips its foldable with a massive 5,015mAh unit, the largest battery seen yet on a mainstream foldable device. It supports 30W wired charging and 15W Qi2 wireless charging. This not only promises longer screen-on times but also ensures users can charge up faster.
Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold7, by comparison, features a smaller 4,400mAh battery, paired with 25W wired charging and the same 15W wireless charging. While still decent, it lags behind Google in both capacity and charging speed. For heavy users, the Pixel looks like the stronger choice here.
Camera Capabilities
The Pixel 10 Pro Fold sports a triple rear camera setup consisting of a 48MP main sensor, a 10.5MP ultra-wide camera, and a 10.8MP telephoto lens with 5x optical zoom and OIS. Google’s expertise in computational photography shines through here, with the promise of detailed shots, excellent low-light performance, and AI-enhanced image processing.
Samsung takes a different approach with brute force hardware. The Galaxy Z Fold7 features a groundbreaking 200MP main sensor, accompanied by a 12MP ultra-wide and a 10MP telephoto with 3x optical zoom. On paper, Samsung’s main camera blows Google’s out of the water in terms of resolution, offering extraordinary detail and flexibility in cropping. However, Google’s camera algorithms have historically delivered exceptional image quality even without extreme megapixel counts.
Both foldables carry dual 10MP selfie cameras—one on the cover display and another on the inner screen.
Pricing in India, UK, and USA
The Pixel 10 Pro Fold arrives in India with a single variant, 16GB RAM and 256GB storage, priced at ₹1,72,999. Samsung offers more variety with its Galaxy Z Fold7 lineup:
- 12GB + 256GB: ₹1,74,999
- 12GB + 512GB: ₹1,86,999
- 16GB + 1TB: ₹2,16,999
Though Samsung’s entry-level model is priced slightly higher, it gives buyers more flexibility if they want additional storage or top-end configurations.
In the UK, the Pixel 10 Pro Fold is expected to launch at around £1,799 for the 16GB + 256GB model, while the Galaxy Z Fold7 starts at approximately £1,849 and goes up to £2,249 for the 16GB + 1TB variant.
In the USA, the Pixel 10 Pro Fold is priced at $1,799 for the base model, and Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold7 begins at $1,899, with higher-tier configurations reaching up to $2,299.
Verdict: Which Foldable Should You Buy?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 represent two different philosophies in foldable design. Google has prioritized durability, AI innovation, battery life, and display brightness. Samsung, meanwhile, emphasizes sleekness, lighter weight, raw camera hardware, and flexible storage options.
If you are someone who wants the most durable foldable with unmatched battery life, smarter AI integration, and brighter screens, the Pixel 10 Pro Fold is the obvious choice. If you prefer a slimmer, lighter design, industry-leading camera hardware, and more storage options, then the Galaxy Z Fold7 is the way to go.
Both are excellent foldables, but the final decision will come down to your personal priorities. Either way, 2025 is shaping up to be the most exciting year yet for foldable smartphones.
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