Pixel 11 Pro Fold vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra: How the big Android foldables compare
Google's new Pixel 11 Pro Fold comes hot on the heels of Samsung's successful Ultra foldable. Here's how the two stack up.
The recent launch of Google's Pixel 11 Pro Fold and Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra has sparked comparisons between the two premium book-style foldable phones. Both devices offer cover and inside screens, with the Pixel 11 Pro Fold's cover screen being slightly narrower and taller than the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra's. Both phones feature an eight-inch square screen with excellent brightness and resolution, making them appealing for those seeking a budget-friendly foldable phone at $2,099 for the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra compared to the Pixel 11 Pro Fold's $1,800 price tag.
One major advantage the Pixel 11 Pro Fold holds over the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra is its software. The Pixel 11 Pro Fold runs on Google's cleanest software, derived directly from the makers of Android, with quarterly software improvements called Pixel Drops adding new features and capabilities to the device long after purchase. In contrast, Samsung's OneUI software on the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, while improving year over year, still lags behind Google's custom Android experience.
Photography enthusiasts may find themselves favoring Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra due to its superior camera capabilities. The Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra boasts a 200-megapixel main camera and a 50-megapixel Ultrawide camera, outperforming Google's 10.5-megapixel Ultrawide shooter. However, Google's Pixel 11 Pro Fold still offers a solid camera experience, making it a strong contender in this aspect.
When it comes to performance, Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra's Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor outshines Google's thermal management focus, making it the more powerful choice for heavy lifting tasks like gaming and video editing. However, for most users, the additional cost of the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra may not be justified, making the Pixel 11 Pro Fold a more appealing option, especially for those seeking a clean software experience, quarterly software improvements, and a more affordable price point.
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