Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs Motorola Moto G85
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Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
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£646.00
Motorola Moto G85
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£251.99What's the difference between the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and Motorola Moto G85?
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs Motorola Moto G85 comes down to the chipset, RAM and battery. Refurbished, the Motorola Moto G85 starts at £251.99, £394.01 less than the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold.
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- Chipset: Google Tensor G4 (4 nm) on the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold, Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 (6 nm) on the Motorola Moto G85.
- The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has more RAM: 16 GB vs 12 GB.
- The Motorola Moto G85 has a bigger battery: 5000 mAh vs 4650 mAh.
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs Motorola Moto G85 specs
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and Motorola Moto G85 are both 2024 Android phones that suit different needs. The Pixel 9 Pro Fold offers a large foldable screen ideal for immersive viewing and multitasking, paired with more RAM and higher storage. It is heavier and thicker and includes a Google Tensor G4 chipset. The Moto G85 has a bigger battery and a more traditional design that is lighter and slimmer, with a higher resolution front camera. Choose the Pixel 9 Pro Fold if you want a spacious, flexible display and strong performance. The Moto G85 fits well if you prefer a lighter phone with longer battery capacity and expandable storage.
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs Motorola Moto G85 price
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Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs Motorola Moto G85 battery life and software updates
Durability covers battery capacity, folding design, operating system, and release year. These aspects influence daily use and convenience.
Battery Capacity
The Motorola Moto G85 comes with a 5000 mAh battery, offering more capacity that suits users who prioritise longer usage between charges. The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has a 4650 mAh battery, which still supports a full day but may require more frequent charging for heavy users.
Foldable Design
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold features a foldable design, providing a larger screen area when opened for multitasking and media. This suits users who want a device that can adapt between a phone and a tablet form factor. The Motorola Moto G85 has a traditional non-folding design for straightforward handling.
Operating System
Both devices run Android, so you will find a familiar interface and app ecosystem regardless of which phone you choose.
Battery
Foldable
Ip rating
Software updates
Wireless charging
Year of release
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs Motorola Moto G85 performance
Performance depends on chipset, RAM, and storage, all of which affect speed, multitasking, and capacity for apps and files.
Processor Technology
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold uses the Google Tensor G4 chipset built on a 4 nm process, delivering efficient and powerful performance for demanding tasks. The Motorola Moto G85 has the Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 chipset on a 6 nm process, suitable for smooth everyday use and moderate multitasking.
Memory for Multitasking
With 16 GB of RAM, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold supports keeping many apps open simultaneously and smooth switching between them. The Motorola Moto G85 offers 12 GB of RAM, which also allows comfortable multitasking for most users but with less headroom for very heavy use.
Storage Capacity
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold comes with 512 GB of storage, ideal if you want to store a large library of apps, photos, and files without worrying about space. The Motorola Moto G85 has 256 GB of storage, which suits users with moderate storage needs and can be expanded with a microSDXC card.
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RAM
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs Motorola Moto G85 screen
Screen quality influences your experience viewing videos, reading, and using apps. Size, resolution, type, and refresh rate are key here.
Screen Size and Type
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has an 8.0 inch foldable LTPO OLED screen, offering a large and flexible display ideal for watching media and multitasking. The Motorola Moto G85 features a 6.67 inch OLED screen, which is easier to handle with one hand while still delivering vibrant colours.
Resolution and Detail
The Pixel 9 Pro Fold's screen resolution is 2076 by 2152 pixels, providing a very sharp and detailed image that benefits reading and high-definition content. The Moto G85 has a resolution of 1080 by 2400 pixels, which offers clear visuals suitable for everyday viewing.
Smooth Refresh Rate
Both devices support a 120 Hz refresh rate, resulting in smooth scrolling and animations for a comfortable visual experience.
Refresh rate
Resolution
Screen size
Screen type
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs Motorola Moto G85 camera
Audiovisual features include front and main camera resolutions that affect photo and video quality for selfies and general photography.
Front Camera Resolution
The Motorola Moto G85 has a 32 megapixel front camera, making it well suited for capturing detailed selfies and video calls. The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold offers a 10 megapixel front camera that supports clear images but with lower resolution.
Main Camera Detail
For main photography, the Moto G85 has a 50 megapixel camera that captures detailed photos. The Pixel 9 Pro Fold's 48 megapixel main camera also provides high-resolution images, supporting versatile photography.
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Front camera
Main camera
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs Motorola Moto G85 size and design
Miscellaneous specs affect everyday convenience and compatibility, including network, size, weight, connectors, and storage options.
Network and SIM Options
Both devices support 5G mobile networks for fast connectivity and include a combination of physical SIM and eSIM for flexible carrier use.
Physical Dimensions and Weight
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold measures 155.2 mm in height, 77.1 mm in width, and 10.5 mm in depth, weighing 257 g. This size and weight reflect its foldable design and larger screen. The Motorola Moto G85 is slimmer and lighter at 161.9 mm height, 73.1 mm width, 7.6 mm depth, and 173 g, making it easier to carry and use single-handedly.
Expandable Storage
The Motorola Moto G85 supports microSDXC cards, allowing you to add extra storage as needed. The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold does not have an SD card slot.
Connector Type
Both phones use USB-C connectors for charging and data transfer, a common standard for modern devices.
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Height
Mobile network
Release date
SD card slot
SIM card
Weight
Width
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or Motorola Moto G85: which should you buy?
Buy the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold if
- you want more RAM (16 GB vs 12 GB)
Buy the Motorola Moto G85 if
- you want to spend less: it starts at £251.99, £394.01 less than the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- you want a bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4650 mAh)
- you want a higher-resolution main camera (50 megapixels vs 48 megapixels)
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs Motorola Moto G85 FAQs
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs Motorola Moto G85 comes down to the chipset, RAM and battery. Chipset: Google Tensor G4 (4 nm) on the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold, Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 (6 nm) on the Motorola Moto G85. The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has more RAM: 16 GB vs 12 GB.
The Motorola Moto G85 is cheaper refurbished, from £251.99 compared with £646 for the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold.
The Motorola Moto G85 has a bigger battery: 5000 mAh vs 4650 mAh.
The Motorola Moto G85 has a higher-resolution main camera: 50 megapixels vs 48 megapixels.
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold gets updates until Sep 2031. We don't have published update dates for the Motorola Moto G85.
Refurbished, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold comes in 512GB, and the Motorola Moto G85 in 256GB.
