| Google Pixel Fold
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Security Grade
Calculator v1
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Google Pixel Fold
Release Date: 2023-07-27 • Status: In sale
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Security Evaluation
1. Device Security
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Value
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Proof
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Comment
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| Known hardware tampering
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Rare
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🔗 Proof
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As a first-party Google device, the supply chain is tightly controlled. No widespread hardware tampering incidents have been reported.
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| Known vulnerabilities
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Rare
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🔗 Proof
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Benefits from the fastest and longest software support (5 years) of any Android OEM. Vulnerabilities are patched promptly via monthly updates.
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| Prior attacks
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Rare
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🔗 Proof
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No known widespread, device-specific attacks. General Android threats apply, but mitigated by rapid update deployment.
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| Updatability
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Very common
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🔗 Proof
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Receives guaranteed monthly security updates and major OS upgrades directly from Google for a minimum of 5 years.
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| Category Score
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Score: 2 / 3
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2. System Security
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Value
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Proof
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Comment
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| Authentication with other systems
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Full
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🔗 Proof
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Seamlessly integrates with Google services (Workspace, Cloud) and supports standard Android authentication APIs.
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| Communications
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Encrypted with up-to-date encryption
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🔗 Proof
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Uses latest standards including TLS 1.3, WPA3 for Wi-Fi, and 5G security protocols. VPN by Google One integration is available.
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| Storage
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Encrypted with up-to-date encryption
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🔗 Proof
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Utilizes Android's File-Based Encryption (FBE) with hardware-backed keystore for strong data protection.
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| Category Score
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Score: 1 / 3
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3. User Authentication
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Value
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Proof
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Comment
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| Account management
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Basic
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🔗 Proof
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Deep integration with Google Account allows for comprehensive device and security management.
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| Authentication
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Secure
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🔗 Proof
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Features an under-display fingerprint sensor and robust face unlock. Supports strong passwords.
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| Brute-force protection
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Exist
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🔗 Proof
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Implements standard Android lockout policies with increasing delays, leading to mandatory Google Account verification.
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| Event logging
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Access event logged
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🔗 Proof
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As a Pixel device, it supports enhanced logging and security features accessible through enterprise management tools.
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| Passwords
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Require change after setup with complexity requirements
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🔗 Proof
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Enforces screen lock setup during initial device configuration with strong complexity options.
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| Category Score
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Score: 2 / 3
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Technical Specifications
| Property
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Details
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| Operating System & App
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Android 13 (Companion App: Google Apps)
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| Hardware (CPU / GPU)
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CPU: Google Tensor G2 • GPU: ARM Mali-G710 MP7
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| Memory & Storage
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Memory: 12 GB RAM • Storage: 256 GB, 512 GB (UFS)
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| Power, Battery & Charging
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Battery: 4821 mAh (typical) • Power: 30W wired charging, 7.5W wireless charging • Charging: USB-C Power Delivery, Battery Share
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| Display & Camera
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Display: Main: 7.6" OLED, 2208 x 1840, 120Hz Cover: 5.8" OLED, 2092 x 1080 • Camera: Rear: 48 MP (Main) + 10.8 MP (Telephoto) + 10.8 MP (Ultrawide) Cover: 9.5 MP Internal: 8 MP
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| Sound & Connectivity
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Sound: Stereo speakers, No 3.5mm jack • Connectivity: 5G Sub-6/GHz, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2, NFC, USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2
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| Physical (Dimensions & Mass)
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Dimensions: Unfolded: 158.7 x 139.7 x 5.8 mm Folded: 139.7 x 79.5 x 12.1 mm • Mass: 283 g
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The Google Pixel Fold is Google's first-generation foldable smartphone, positioning itself as a premium device with a strong emphasis on security and software integration. Its greatest security advantage is being a first-party Google device, guaranteeing timely and long-term (5-year) software and security updates directly from Google. The device runs a clean version of Android with exclusive Pixel features like the Tensor G2 chip with Titan M2 security coprocessor, providing hardware-level protection. The foldable form factor introduces unique software considerations, but the security model remains consistent with the core Android platform, enhanced by Google's rapid response to vulnerabilities.
