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Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (GGH2X 256GB) vs Samsung Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)

Side by side comparison between Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs Samsung Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520) phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Samsung Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520) X Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (GGH2X 256GB) 35Points
8"
OLED

2076x2152

48
MP

10mp

16GB
RAM

Octa-core

4650
mAh

(Non removable)

vs
07Points Samsung Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520) Compare Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold X
3.7"
AMOLED

480x800

8
MP

0.3mp

384MB
RAM

Single-core

1800
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (GGH2X 256GB)

The phonemore's choice is much more technical than personal. Therefore, you shouldn't only consider this. Our goal is to help you, but what's important to us may not be important to you. You decide which one is the best! Comment!

Pixel 9 Pro Fold (GGH2X 256GB)} 35 Advantages Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (GGH2X 256GB) vs Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)} 7 Advantages Samsung Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
+3.1GHz 64bit Octa-core (4nm)7 times
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
vs720MHz 32bit Single-core
+16GB LPDDR5X42 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
vs384MB LPDDR
+256GB (220GB available)13 times
More internal storage for applications and files
vs16GB
+5.1 millimeters (0.2 inches)192%
Thinner
vs14.9 millimeters (0.59 inches)
+2076x2152 pixels11 times
Higher resolution screen
vs480x800 pixels
+374 PPI48%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
vs252 PPI
+8"116%
Larger screen
vs3.7"
+(triple camera) 48MP + 10.8MP + 10.5MP8 times
Higher resolution main camera
vs(back) 8MP
+Digital and optical zoomAdvantage
The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures
vsOnly digital zoom
+OIS: Optical stabilizationAdvantage
Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
vsNot supported
+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) 10MP32 times
Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
vs(front) 0.3MP
+4K UHD (3840x2160)8 times
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
vsHD (1280x720)
+(front) 4K UHD (3840x2160)26 times
More image quality for recording videos with the secondary camera
vs(front) VGA (640x480)
+Android 15Advantage
Android 15 is newer and safer
vsAndroid 2.1 Eclair
+5G mmWaveAdvantage
The 5G mmWave network is newer and faster
vs3G HSUPA
+(5G mmWave) 5000 Mbps693 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
vs(3G HSUPA) 7.2 Mbps
+Ambient light sensorAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+BarometerAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+CompassAdvantage
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
+GyroscopeAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+UWB (Ultra Wideband)Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+4650 mAh158%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
vs1800 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 b/g/n [wifi4]
+5.3 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.3 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
vs3.0 + A2DP
+NFCAdvantage
NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
vsNot supported
+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
+HTML, XHTML, HTML5Advantage
Better sites viewing on the internet
vsHTML, XHTML, Flash player
+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+156 grams (5.46 ounces)65%
Lighter
LTPO OLEDvs+Super AMOLEDAdvantage
Super AMOLED 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
Not supportedvs+Gorilla GlassAdvantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys

12 Common items in both devices
16 million
LED flash
PDAF: phase detection autofocus on both cameras / Autofocus
Capacitive
Multitouch
Accelerometer
Proximity sensor
+5 specs and more in the table below

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๐Ÿ“ฑ Model features

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (GGH2X 256GB)Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
 
ModelPixel 9 Pro Fold (GGH2X 256GB)Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
Other model namesGoogle Pixel 9 Pro Fold GGH2XSamsung i8520 Galaxy Beam 1, Samsung Galaxy Beam i8520 M16
Country or region available(Global, International)USA
(Global, International), USA
Singapore
Singapore
BrandGoogleSamsung
Release date9/4/2024, Announced: 8/13/20247/8/2010
Depth5.1 millimeters (0.2 inches)14.9 millimeters (0.59 inches)
Size (width x height)150.2 x 155.2 millimeters (5.91 x 6.11 in)59.8 x 123 millimeters (2.35 x 4.84 in)
Weight257 grams (9 ounces)156 grams (5.46 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 (GGH2X 256GB)Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
Display typeLTPO OLEDSuper AMOLED
Screen size8" inches3.7" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~88.5% (screen-to-body ratio)~53% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution2076x2152 pixels (1:1)480x800 pixels
TouchscreenCapacitive MultitouchCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)374 PPI252 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassNot supportedGorilla Glass
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 (GGH2X 256GB)Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
System versionAndroid 14Android 2.1 Eclair
Firmware updateAndroid 15feature not registered
User Interfacefeature not registeredfeature not registered

โš™๏ธ Processor

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (GGH2X 256GB)Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
Chipset64bit: Google Tensor G4 (4nm)32bit: Texas Instruments OMAP 3440 (65nm)
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)
Single-core, 1 processor:
1x 720MHz ARM Cortex-A8 (Single-core)
GPU graphical controllerARM Mali-G715 MP7 (940MHz)PowerVR SGX530
Performance (benchmark)AnTuTu: 1222235 (v10)
Geekbench: 4783 (v6)
feature not registered

๐Ÿ’ฝ Memory and storage

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (GGH2X 256GB)Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
RAM memory16GB LPDDR5X384MB LPDDR
Internal storage256GB (220GB available)
UFS 3.1
16GB
External storageNot supportedUntil 32GB microSD, microSDHC
(dedicated slot)

๐Ÿ“ถ Mobile networks

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (GGH2X 256GB)Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
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)
Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
Maximum Download / Upload5000/1024 Mbps7.2/5.76 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G, 5G2G, 3G
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 900/1900/2100
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
Not supported
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, mmWaveCSD, GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA
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 (GGH2X 256GB)Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
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
8 megapixels
Main camera resolution8000x6000 pixels3264x2448 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 focusSupportedNot supported
Image stabilizationOIS: Optical stabilizationNot supported
ZoomDigital and optical zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionFace 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 (GGH2X 256GB)Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
Front camera (secondary)10 megapixels0.3 megapixels
Front camera resolution3872x2592 pixels640x480 pixels
Video recording (secondary)4K UHD (3840x2160)VGA (640x480)
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 (GGH2X 256GB)Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
LoudspeakerStereo soundSupported
Active noise cancellation3 microphonesNot supported
RadioNot supportedFM (RDS)
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKVMP4, H.264, H.263, DivX, XviD, WMV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLACMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+

๐Ÿ”Œ Connectivity

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (GGH2X 256GB)Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
USBUSB 3.2 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoMicroUSB 2.0
Audio outputType-C reversible connector3.5mm jack
TV outputUSB Type-C (reversible)Not supported
Bluetooth5.3 + A2DP/LE3.0 + A2DP
WiFi802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be [wifi7/6E/6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz, 6GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)
DLNASupportedSupported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSS, NavICA-GPS, GeoTagging
NFCSupportedNot supported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

๐Ÿงญ Sensors

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (GGH2X 256GB)Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Barometer
Compass
Face unlock
Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
UWB (Ultra Wideband)
Accelerometer
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

๐Ÿ”‹ Battery

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (GGH2X 256GB)Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
Battery capacity4650 mAh1800 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 registered7.4 hours
Standbyfeature not registered530 hours (22.1 days)

โž• Other features

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (GGH2X 256GB)Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commandsVoice recorder
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, Flash player
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneousโ€ข Colors: Obsidian, Porcelain, Hazel, Rose quartz
โ€ข Google Cast
โ€ข Satellite SOS
โ€ข Colors: Black
โ€ข Samsung TouchWiz 3 UI
โ€ข 3D stereo sound
โ€ข DNSe 2.0
โ€ข Samsung Kies
โ€ข Built-in WVGA DLP Pico projector
โ€ข Java framework

โ˜ข๏ธ Radiation rate

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (GGH2X 256GB)Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
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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