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Apple iPad 9.7 (2018) vs Samsung Galaxy Fold

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing hardware specifications, benchmark percentiles, battery endurance, and category performance advantages.

Tablets & iPads Battle
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Apple

Apple iPad 9.7 (2018)

Apple iPad 9.7 (2018)
81/ 100
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Samsung

Samsung Galaxy Fold

Samsung Galaxy Fold
84/ 100
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WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Samsung Galaxy Fold BETTER THAN Apple iPad 9.7 (2018)?

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Apple iPad 9.7 (2018)
Samsung Galaxy FoldWinner 🏆

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORApple iPadSamsung GalaxyLEADER
Refresh Rate60Hz60Hz60Hz
Battery Capacity8,827 mAh4,380 mAh+8,827 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingStandardStandard25W
Main Camera SensorN/AN/A48 MP
Screen Display Size9.7"7.3"9.7"
Chassis Weight469g276g276g Lightest

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Apple iPad 9.7 (2018):
  • Larger 8,827 mAh battery capacity (+4,447 mAh more capacity)
  • 9.7" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate
Reasons to buy Samsung Galaxy Fold:
  • 193g lighter chassis (276g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • 7.3" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationApple iPad 9.7 (2018)Samsung Galaxy Fold
1. Key Hardware Specifications (Tablets & iPads)
osiOS 11.3, up to iPadOS 17.6.1Android 9.0, up to Android 12, One UI 4
socApple A10 FusionSnapdragon 855
ram gb212
camerasmain, selfiemain
displayIPS LCD 9.7" (1536x2048 pixels) 264 PPIFoldable Dynamic AMOLED, HDR10+ 7.3" (1536x2152 pixels) 362 PPI
weight g469276
os version11.39.0
battery mah88274380
release date2018-03-012019-02-01
storage options gb32, 128512
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Editorial Lab Verdict

Samsung Galaxy Fold edges ahead with a BeastScore of 84.0/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Samsung Galaxy Fold ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its superior specifications and verified build advantages.

When to choose Apple iPad 9.7 (2018):
Larger battery capacity: 8,827 mAh (+4,447 mAh more) · Significantly larger display: 9.7" vs max 7.3" for media & multitasking
When to choose Samsung Galaxy Fold:
Higher overall BeastScore: 84.0 vs top rival 81.0 · Lighter body: 276g (193g lighter in hand)
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Apple iPad 9.7 (2018) vs Samsung Galaxy Fold

Which is better: Apple iPad 9.7 (2018) or Samsung Galaxy Fold?

Samsung Galaxy Fold leads with an overall BeastScore of 84.0/100 compared to Apple iPad 9.7 (2018) (81.0/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 84.0 vs top rival 81.0 and Lighter body: 276g (193g lighter in hand).

What are the primary battery and display differences between Apple iPad 9.7 (2018) and Samsung Galaxy Fold?

Apple iPad 9.7 (2018) is equipped with a 9.7-inch display and 8827 mAh battery, while Samsung Galaxy Fold features a 7.3-inch display and 4380 mAh battery.

How do the performance capabilities compare between Apple iPad 9.7 (2018) and Samsung Galaxy Fold?

In objective hardware benchmarks, Apple iPad 9.7 (2018) achieves a 88/100 performance score, while Samsung Galaxy Fold scores 88/100.