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Apple iPad Air 11 (2024) 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 Air 11 (2024)

Apple iPad Air 11 (2024)
85/ 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 Air 11 (2024)?

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Apple iPad Air 11 (2024)
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BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORApple iPadSamsung GalaxyLEADER
Refresh Rate60Hz60Hz60Hz
Battery Capacity7,606 mAh4,400 mAh+7,606 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingStandardStandard25W
Main Camera SensorN/AN/A48 MP
Screen Display SizeN/A7.6"7.6"
Chassis Weight462g271g271g Lightest

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Apple iPad Air 11 (2024):
  • Larger 7,606 mAh battery capacity (+3,206 mAh more capacity)
Reasons to buy Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G:
  • 191g 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 Air 11 (2024)Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G
1. Key Hardware Specifications (Tablets & iPads)
osiPadOS 17.4, up to iPadOS 18.4Android 11, up to 4 major upgrades
ram gb812
camerasmain, selfiemain, selfie
displayLiquid Retina IPS LCD, 500 nits (typ) (1640x2360 pixels)Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1200 nits (peak) 7.6" (1768x2208 pixels) 372 PPI
weight g462271
os version17.411
battery mah76064400
connectivitynfc: No, usb: USB Type-C 3.1 Gen2, DisplayPort, magnetic connector, wifi: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band, hotspot, bluetooth: 5.3, A2DP, LE
release date2024-05-152021-08-01
storage options gb8, 128, 256, 512, 1024256, 512
socQualcomm Snapdragon
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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 Air 11 (2024):
Larger battery capacity: 7,606 mAh (+3,206 mAh more)
When to choose Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G:
Higher overall BeastScore: 86.0 vs top rival 85.0 · Significantly larger display: 7.6" vs max 0" for media & multitasking
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Apple iPad Air 11 (2024) vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G

Which is better: Apple iPad Air 11 (2024) or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G?

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G leads with an overall BeastScore of 86.0/100 compared to Apple iPad Air 11 (2024) (85.0/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 86.0 vs top rival 85.0 and Significantly larger display: 7.6" vs max 0" for media & multitasking.

What are the primary battery and display differences between Apple iPad Air 11 (2024) and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G?

Apple iPad Air 11 (2024) is equipped with a display and 7606 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 Air 11 (2024) and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G?

In objective hardware benchmarks, Apple iPad Air 11 (2024) achieves a 88/100 performance score, while Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G scores 88/100.