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Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (GC15S 512GB) vs Samsung Galaxy Express (GT-i8730)

Side by side comparison between Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs Samsung Galaxy Express phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Samsung Galaxy Express X Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (GC15S 512GB) 29Points
8"
OLED

2076x2152

48
MP

10mp

16GB
RAM

Octa-core

4650
mAh

(Non removable)

vs
06Points Samsung Galaxy Express (GT-i8730) Compare Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold X
4.5"
AMOLED

480x800

5
MP

1.3mp

1GB
RAM

Dual-core

2000
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (GC15S 512GB)

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Pixel 9 Pro Fold (GC15S 512GB)} 29 Advantages Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (GC15S 512GB) vs Galaxy Express (GT-i8730)} 6 Advantages Samsung Galaxy Express (GT-i8730)
+3.1GHz 64bit Octa-core (4nm)3 times
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
vs1.2GHz 32bit Dual-core
+16GB LPDDR5X15 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
vs1GB LPDDR2
+512GB (458GB available)91 times
More internal storage for applications and files
vs8GB (5GB available)
+5.1 millimeters (0.2 inches)82%
Thinner
vs9.3 millimeters (0.37 inches)
+2076x2152 pixels11 times
Higher resolution screen
vs480x800 pixels
+374 PPI81%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
vs207 PPI
+8"78%
Larger screen
vs4.5"
+(triple camera) 48MP + 10.8MP + 10.5MP13 times
Higher resolution main camera
vs(back) 5MP
+Digital and optical zoomAdvantage
The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures
vsOnly digital zoom
+BSI sensorAdvantage
The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness
vsNot supported
+HDR photo/video and HDR photo on front cameraAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
vsNot supported
+(front) 10MP7 times
Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
vs(front) 1.3MP
+4K UHD (3840x2160)8 times
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
vsHD (1280x720)
+(front) 4K UHD (3840x2160)8 times
More image quality for recording videos with the secondary camera
vs(front) HD (1280x720)
+Android 15Advantage
Android 15 is newer and safer
vsAndroid 4.1.2 Jelly Bean
+5G mmWaveAdvantage
The 5G mmWave network is newer and faster
vs4G LTE
+(5G mmWave) 5000 Mbps49 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
vs(4G LTE) 100 Mbps
+BarometerAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+Face unlockAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+UWB (Ultra Wideband)Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+4650 mAh133%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
vs2000 mAh
+1 slot (Single-SIM) + e-SIM (Eletronic)Advantage
You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
vs1 slot (Single-SIM)
(dedicated slot)
+Active noise cancellationAdvantage
More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos
vsNot supported
+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be [wifi7/6E/6]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be [wifi7/6E/6] is newer and faster
vs802.11 a/b/g/n [wifi4]
+5.3 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.3 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
vs4.0 + A2DP
+USB 3.2 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoAdvantage
Newer and faster USB version for transferring photos, mp3 or data.
vsMicroUSB 2.0
+Type-CAdvantage
Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.
vsMicroUSB 2.0
+IPX8 certifiedAdvantage
Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example
vsNot supported
Not supportedvs+Until 32GB microSD, microSDHCAdvantage
More external storage for files using memory cards
257 grams (9 ounces)vs+139 grams (4.87 ounces)85%
Lighter
LTPO OLEDvs+Super AMOLED PlusAdvantage
Super AMOLED Plus display is brighter and more vivid
Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)vs+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage
Removable battery can be replaced easily
Type-C reversible connectorvs+3.5mm jackAdvantage
Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores
Not supportedvs+FM (RDS)Advantage
The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general

17 Common items in both devices
16 million
LED flash
PDAF: phase detection autofocus on both cameras / Autofocus
Capacitive
Multitouch
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
+10 specs and more in the table below

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๐Ÿ“ฑ Model features

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (GC15S 512GB)Galaxy Express (GT-i8730)
ModelPixel 9 Pro Fold (GC15S 512GB)Galaxy Express (GT-i8730)
Other model namesGoogle Pixel 9 Pro Fold GC15SGalaxy Express i8730 4G LTE, Samsung GT-i8730
Country or region availableJapan
Japan
(Global, International)
(Global, International)
BrandGoogleSamsung
Release date9/4/2024, Announced: 8/13/20243/1/2013
Depth5.1 millimeters (0.2 inches)9.3 millimeters (0.37 inches)
Size (width x height)150.2 x 155.2 millimeters (5.91 x 6.11 in)69.1 x 132.2 millimeters (2.72 x 5.2 in)
Weight257 grams (9 ounces)139 grams (4.87 ounces)
Build, materialsAluminum frame, flexible plastic screen, glass back
Back: Gorilla Glass Victus 2
Folded: 10.5mm x 77.1mm x 155.2mm
feature not registered
Protection against water and othersIPX8 certified: water resistant up to 1.5 meters and 30minNot supported

๐Ÿ“ฒ Display

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (GC15S 512GB)Galaxy Express (GT-i8730)
Display typeLTPO OLEDSuper AMOLED Plus
Screen size8" inches4.5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~88.5% (screen-to-body ratio)~63.1% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution2076x2152 pixels (1:1)480x800 pixels
TouchscreenCapacitive MultitouchCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)374 PPI207 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassNot supportedNot supported
Refresh rate120Hzfeature not registered
Display features2700nits[peak]
HDR10+
Always-On Display
Extra display: OLED 6.3" (1080x2424), 422 ppi, 120Hz, HDR, Gorilla Glass Victus 2
feature not registered

๐Ÿค– Operating System

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (GC15S 512GB)Galaxy Express (GT-i8730)
System versionAndroid 14Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean
Firmware updateAndroid 15feature not registered
User Interfacefeature not registeredfeature not registered

โš™๏ธ Processor

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (GC15S 512GB)Galaxy Express (GT-i8730)
Chipset64bit: Google Tensor G4 (4nm)32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 MSM8930
CPUOcta-core, 3 processors:
1x 3.1GHz ARM Cortex-X4 (Single-core)
3x 2.6GHz ARM Cortex-A720 (Triple-core)
4x 1.92GHz ARM Cortex-A520 (Quad-core)
Dual-core, 1 processor:
2x 1.2GHz Krait 200 (Dual-core)
GPU graphical controllerARM Mali-G715 MP7 (940MHz)Qualcomm Adreno 305
Performance (benchmark)AnTuTu: 1222235 (v10)
Geekbench: 4783 (v6)
feature not registered

๐Ÿ’ฝ Memory and storage

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (GC15S 512GB)Galaxy Express (GT-i8730)
RAM memory16GB LPDDR5X1GB LPDDR2
Internal storage512GB (458GB available)
UFS 3.1
8GB (5GB available)
External storageNot supportedUntil 32GB microSD, microSDHC
(dedicated slot)

๐Ÿ“ถ Mobile networks

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (GC15S 512GB)Galaxy Express (GT-i8730)
Dual-SIMDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim cardNot supported
SIM card1 slot (Single-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF) + e-SIM
1 slot (Single-SIM)
micro-SIM (3FF)
Maximum Download / Upload5000/1024 Mbps100/50 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G, 5G2G, 3G, 4G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkUMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100UMTS 850/900/2100
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat24 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 66, 71)
TD-LTE (38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 46, 48)
VoLTE
LTE 800/900/1800/2600
Primary 5G networkSA/NSA/Sub6 (1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 70, 71, 75, 76, 77, 78, 79)
mmWave (257, 258, 260, 261)
Not supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6, mmWaveGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE
Secondary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900Not supported
Secondary 3G networkUMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100Not supported
Secondary 4G networkLTE Cat24 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 66, 71)
TD-LTE (38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 46, 48)
VoLTE
Not supported
Secondary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6, mmWaveNot supported

๐Ÿ“ท Camera

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (GC15S 512GB)Galaxy Express (GT-i8730)
Back camera (main camera)(triple camera)
48 megapixels
10.8MP telephoto f/3.1112mm1/3.2"PDAFOIS5x-optical-zoom
10.5MP ultrawide f/2.2127ยฐ1/3.4"PDAF
5 megapixels
Main camera resolution8000x6000 pixels2592x1944 pixels
Video recording (primary)4K UHD (3840x2160) 60 fpsHD (1280x720) 30 fps
FlashLED flashLED flash
Focal aperturef/1.7 (aperture)feature not registered
Focal length25mm (lens)feature not registered
Sensor size1/2" inchesfeature not registered
Pixel size0.8ยตm pixelfeature not registered
AutofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocus on both camerasAutofocus
Touch focusSupportedSupported
Image stabilizationOIS: Optical stabilizationfeature not registered
ZoomDigital and optical zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorSupportedNot supported
HDRHDR photo/video and HDR photo on front cameraNot supported
Camera extras4K@24/30/60fps
1080p@24/30/60/120/240fps
10-bit HDR
Extra camera: 10MP wide (f/2.2 23mm 1/3.94" PDAF)
feature not registered

๐Ÿ“ธ Front camera

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (GC15S 512GB)Galaxy Express (GT-i8730)
Front camera (secondary)10 megapixels1.3 megapixels
Front camera resolution3872x2592 pixels1280x1024 pixels
Video recording (secondary)4K UHD (3840x2160)HD (1280x720)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturef/2.2 (aperture)feature not registered
Focal length23mm (lens)feature not registered
Sensor size1/3.94" inchesfeature not registered
Pixel sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered

๐Ÿ”‰ Sound and multimedia

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (GC15S 512GB)Galaxy Express (GT-i8730)
LoudspeakerStereo soundSupported
Active noise cancellation3 microphonesNot supported
RadioNot supportedFM (RDS)
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKVMP4, WMV, H.263, H.264
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLACMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+

๐Ÿ”Œ Connectivity

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (GC15S 512GB)Galaxy Express (GT-i8730)
USBUSB 3.2 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoMicroUSB 2.0
Audio outputType-C reversible connector3.5mm jack
TV outputUSB Type-C (reversible)Micro-B USB MHL
Bluetooth5.3 + A2DP/LE4.0 + A2DP
WiFi802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be [wifi7/6E/6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz, 6GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
802.11 a/b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz, 5GHz)
WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNASupportedSupported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSS, NavICA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS
NFCSupportedSupported
Infrared portNot supportedfeature not registered

๐Ÿงญ Sensors

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (GC15S 512GB)Galaxy Express (GT-i8730)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Barometer
Compass
Face unlock
Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
UWB (Ultra Wideband)
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

๐Ÿ”‹ Battery

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (GC15S 512GB)Galaxy Express (GT-i8730)
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
Battery capacity4650 mAh2000 mAh
Charger, watts21W Wired fast charging
Reverse charging by cable
USB Power Delivery 3.0
Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging75W Qi wireless chargingfeature not registered
Talk time autonomyfeature not registered11.5 hours
Standbyfeature not registered581 hours (24.2 days)

โž• Other features

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (GC15S 512GB)Galaxy Express (GT-i8730)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commandsVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS (Swype), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingSupportedSupported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTML, HTML5HTML, XHTML, HTML5
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneousโ€ข Colors: Obsidian, Porcelain, Hazel, Rose quartz
โ€ข Google Cast
โ€ข FeliCa
โ€ข Colors: White
โ€ข Samsung TouchWiz UI
โ€ข S Beam
โ€ข DLNA
โ€ข WiFi dual-band
โ€ข Java framework

โ˜ข๏ธ Radiation rate

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (GC15S 512GB)Galaxy Express (GT-i8730)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)0.98W/kg (head), 1.39W/kg (body)feature not registered
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