Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold

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Description

Launch Date
10/3/2023
Launch Price
1799 USD

The Pixel 9 Pro Fold is Google's latest foldable smartphone featuring a redesigned foldable design with the largest inner display on a phone that is 80% brighter, powered by the Tensor G4 chipset and 16GB RAM. It has advanced triple rear cameras with 5x optical zoom and up to 20x Super Res Zoom, an ultra durable build with IPX8 water resistance, and a thinnest foldable profile designed for productivity and flexibility.

Highlights

  • Largest and brightest foldable inner display on a phone
  • Powered by Google's fastest Tensor G4 chip with 16GB RAM
  • Advanced triple rear camera system with 5x optical and 20x Super Res Zoom
  • Thinnest foldable with premium build including matte glass and polished hinge
  • IPX8 water resistance and durable hinge construction
  • Supports satellite emergency services via Samsung Exynos Modem 5400
  • Runs Android 14 with promise of 7 years OS updates
  • Up to 45W fast charging and Qi wireless charging support

Specifications

display internal : 8-inch Super Actua Flex OLED, 2076 x 2152 pixels, 373 PPI, 1-120 Hz refresh rate, upto 2700 nits peak brightness, Ultra Thin Glass, HDR support, >2,000,000:1 contrast , external : 6.3-inch Actua OLED, 1080 x 2424 pixels, 422 PPI, 60-120 Hz refresh rate, upto 2700 nits peak brightness, Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2, HDR support, >2,000,000:1 contrast
processor Google Tensor G4
ram 16 GB LPDDR5
storage 256 GB UFS 3.1 , 512 GB UFS 3.1
battery 4650 mAh with 45W fast charging and Qi wireless charging
cameras rear : 48 MP wide , 10.5 MP ultrawide with Macro Focus , 10.8 MP 5x telephoto , front : 10 MP selfie camera
dimensions folded : 6.1 in x 3 in x 0.4 in , unfolded : 6.1 in x 5.9 in x 0.2 in , weight : 9.1 oz (257g)
connectivity modem : Samsung Exynos Modem 5400 with satellite emergency services , SIM : Nano SIM and eSIM
os Android 14 (QPR3) at launch, upgradable to Android 16
hinge Multi-alloy steel with aerospace-grade high-strength aluminum alloy cover
water resistance IPX8
colors Obsidian , Porcelain

Pros and Cons

  • Excellent and bright foldable display with high refresh rates
  • Powerful Tensor G4 processor with 16GB RAM for smooth performance
  • Robust and durable design with IPX8 water resistance
  • Long software support with 7 years of Android updates
  • Versatile advanced camera system
  • Foldable design that lays fully flat and supports tent/tabletop mode
  • Fast wired and wireless charging
  • High price point compared to some competitors
  • Limited availability of protective cases due to niche form factor
  • Battery life is good but similar to other flagship foldables
  • Rear screen durability better than previous fold, but still vulnerable to drops
  • Hefty weight when unfolded compared to traditional phones

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