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Apple iPad Air 13 (2025) vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5

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 13 (2025)

Apple iPad Air 13 (2025)
93/ 100
Launch MSRPPricing on request
Samsung

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
83/ 100
Launch MSRP$1,849.99 USD
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Apple iPad Air 13 (2025) BETTER THAN Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?

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Apple iPad Air 13 (2025)Winner 🏆
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORApple iPadSamsung GalaxyLEADER
Refresh Rate60Hz60Hz60Hz
Battery Capacity9,705 mAh4,400 mAh+9,705 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingStandardStandard25W
Main Camera SensorN/AN/A48 MP
Screen Display Size13"7.6"13"
Chassis Weight616g253g253g Lightest

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Apple iPad Air 13 (2025):
  • Larger 9,705 mAh battery capacity (+5,305 mAh more capacity)
  • 13" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate
Reasons to buy Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5:
  • 363g lighter chassis (253g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • $8149.01 lower launch MSRP ($1849.99 vs $9999)
  • 7.6" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationApple iPad Air 13 (2025)Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
1. Key Hardware Specifications (Tablets & iPads)
osiPadOS 18.3.2, up to iPadOS 18.4Android 13, up to 4 major upgrades
ram gb812
camerasmain, selfiemain, selfie
displayLiquid Retina IPS LCD, 600 nits (typ) 13" (2048x2732 pixels) 263 PPIFoldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+ 7.6" (1812x2176 pixels) 373 PPI
weight g616253
os version18.3.213
battery mah97054400
release date2025-03-012023-07-01
storage options gb128, 256, 512, 1024256, 512, 1024
socSnapdragon 8 Gen 2
Launch MSRPPrice on request$1849.99 USD
Editorial Lab Verdict

Apple iPad Air 13 (2025) edges ahead with a BeastScore of 93.0/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Apple iPad Air 13 (2025) 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 13 (2025):
Higher overall BeastScore: 93.0 vs top rival 83.0 · Larger battery capacity: 9,705 mAh (+5,305 mAh more)
When to choose Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5:
Lighter body: 253g (363g lighter in hand) · Lower launch price: $1849.99 (save $Infinity)
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Apple iPad Air 13 (2025) vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5

Which is better: Apple iPad Air 13 (2025) or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?

Apple iPad Air 13 (2025) leads with an overall BeastScore of 93.0/100 compared to Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (83.0/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 93.0 vs top rival 83.0 and Larger battery capacity: 9,705 mAh (+5,305 mAh more).

What are the primary battery and display differences between Apple iPad Air 13 (2025) and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?

Apple iPad Air 13 (2025) is equipped with a 13-inch display and 9705 mAh battery, while Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 features a 7.6-inch display and 4400 mAh battery.

How do the performance capabilities compare between Apple iPad Air 13 (2025) and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?

In objective hardware benchmarks, Apple iPad Air 13 (2025) achieves a 94/100 performance score, while Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 scores 88/100.