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Apple iPad 9.7 (2018) vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G

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 Z Fold3 5G

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G
86/ 100
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WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G BETTER THAN Apple iPad 9.7 (2018)?

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Apple iPad 9.7 (2018)
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BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORApple iPadSamsung GalaxyLEADER
Refresh Rate60Hz60Hz60Hz
Battery Capacity8,827 mAh4,400 mAh+8,827 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingStandardStandard25W
Main Camera SensorN/AN/A48 MP
Screen Display Size9.7"7.6"9.7"
Chassis Weight469g271g271g 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 (+4,427 mAh more capacity)
  • 9.7" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate
Reasons to buy Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G:
  • 198g lighter chassis (271g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • 7.6" 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 Z Fold3 5G
1. Key Hardware Specifications (Tablets & iPads)
osiOS 11.3, up to iPadOS 17.6.1Android 11, up to 4 major upgrades
socApple A10 FusionQualcomm Snapdragon
ram gb212
camerasmain, selfiemain, selfie
displayIPS LCD 9.7" (1536x2048 pixels) 264 PPIFoldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1200 nits (peak) 7.6" (1768x2208 pixels) 372 PPI
weight g469271
os version11.311
battery mah88274400
release date2018-03-012021-08-01
storage options gb32, 128256, 512
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Editorial Lab Verdict

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G edges ahead with a BeastScore of 86.0/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G 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 (+4,427 mAh more) · Significantly larger display: 9.7" vs max 7.6" for media & multitasking
When to choose Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G:
Higher overall BeastScore: 86.0 vs top rival 81.0 · Lighter body: 271g (198g lighter in hand)
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Apple iPad 9.7 (2018) vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G

Which is better: Apple iPad 9.7 (2018) or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G?

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G leads with an overall BeastScore of 86.0/100 compared to Apple iPad 9.7 (2018) (81.0/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 86.0 vs top rival 81.0 and Lighter body: 271g (198g lighter in hand).

What are the primary battery and display differences between Apple iPad 9.7 (2018) and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G?

Apple iPad 9.7 (2018) is equipped with a 9.7-inch display and 8827 mAh battery, while Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G features a 7.6-inch display and 4400 mAh battery.

How do the performance capabilities compare between Apple iPad 9.7 (2018) and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G?

In objective hardware benchmarks, Apple iPad 9.7 (2018) achieves a 88/100 performance score, while Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G scores 88/100.