Earlier this week, Google unveiled its second-generation Pixel 9 Pro Fold, marking its first foray into the Indian folding market.
The device represents a significant upgrade over the previous generation and features a slimmer, more robust design, a brighter display and the latest Tensor G4 chip that boosts the device’s multitasking performance. Meanwhile, Vivo also entered the Indian folding market in June with the X Fold 3 Pro.
The Chinese smartphone maker claims it is the thinnest, lightest and largest foldable display smartphone in the country. Vivo’s latest offering features an in-display fingerprint scanner on both the outside and inside as well as a ZEISS-branded rear camera, putting it in direct competition with Google’s new foldable offering. Here is a comparison of the two foldable smartphones:
Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs Vivo X Fold 3: A spec-by-spec comparison
| Feature | Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold | Vivo X Fold3 Pro |
| Price (India) | Rs 1,72,999 | Rs 1,59,999 |
| Colour Options | Obsidian (India) | Celestial Black |
| Operating System | Android 14 | Funtouch OS 14, based on Android 14 |
| Processor | Google Tensor G4, Titan M2 security coprocessor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Mobile Platform |
| RAM | 16GB | 16GB |
| Storage Options | Up to 1TB | 512GB (Fixed) |
| Battery | 5,060mAh, Fast Charging 45W, Qi Wireless Charging, Battery Share | 5700mAh (TYP), 5550mAh (MIN) Rated, Fast Charging 100W, Wireless Charging 50W |
| Inner Display | 8-inch Super Actua Flex display, LTPO, 2922×1344, 486 PPI, 1-120Hz, 3000 nits | 8.03-inch AMOLED, 2480 × 2200 (2K+), 120Hz |
| Outer Display | 6.3 inches, the same specs as the inner screen | 6.53-inch AMOLED, 2748 × 1172, 120Hz |
| Hinge Design | Stainless steel with aerospace grade aluminium alloy, polished finish | Not specified (foldable design with premium materials) |
| Water Resistance | IPX8 | Not specified |
| Front Camera | 42 MP (inner), 10 MP (outer) | 32 MP FF (Cover Screen and Main Screen) |
| Rear Camera | Triple setup: 50 MP wide, 48 MP ultra-wide, 48 MP telephoto | 50 MP (OIS) VCS + 50 MP wide-angle AF + 64 MP Telephoto (OIS), 3x Optical Zoom |
| Special Features | AI features with Gemini, Circle To Search, Pixel Screenshots, Add Me, Google One AI Premium plan (1 year free) | ZEISS co-engineered cameras, advanced security features, multiple AI tools |
| Weight | 257g | 236g |
| Display Brightness | Up to 3000 nits | 4500 nits (Local Peak) |
| Connectivity | 5G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.4, USB Type-C | 5G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.4, USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen2) |
Comparison between Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and Vivo X Fold 3: Highlights
Pixel 9 Pro Fold and Vivo X Fold3 Pro have clear advantages. The Pixel boasts screen brightness, AI integration, and photography capabilities powered by Google’s Tensor G4 chip. With Vivo products, however, the focus is on charging speed, battery life and camera hardware with ZEISS optics. Both devices have great internal displays and high refresh rates, but have different processors and AI capabilities.
Bhupendra Singh Chundawat is a seasoned technology journalist with over 22 years of experience in the media industry. He specializes in covering the global technology landscape, with a deep focus on manufacturing trends and the geopolitical impact on tech companies. Currently serving as the Editor at Udaipur Kiran, his insights are shaped by decades of hands-on reporting and editorial leadership in the fast-evolving world of technology.