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Apple iPad mini 4 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 mini 4

Apple iPad mini 4
72/ 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 mini 4?

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Apple iPad mini 4
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BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORApple iPadSamsung GalaxyLEADER
Refresh Rate60Hz60Hz60Hz
Battery Capacity5,124 mAh4,400 mAh+5,124 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingStandardStandard25W
Main Camera SensorN/AN/A48 MP
Screen Display Size7.9"7.6"7.9"
Chassis Weight299g271g271g Lightest

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Apple iPad mini 4:
  • Larger 5,124 mAh battery capacity (+724 mAh more capacity)
  • 7.9" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate
Reasons to buy Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G:
  • 28g 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 mini 4Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G
1. Key Hardware Specifications (Tablets & iPads)
osiOS 9| upgradable to iOS 10.3.2Android 11, up to 4 major upgrades
socApple A8Qualcomm Snapdragon
ram gb212
camerasmainmain, selfie
displayLED-backlit IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen 16M colors 7.9" (1536 x 2048 pixels (~324 ppi pixel density)) 324 PPIFoldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1200 nits (peak) 7.6" (1768x2208 pixels) 372 PPI
weight g299271
os version911
battery mah51244400
connectivitygps: Yes with A-GPS GLONASS (3G/LTE model only), sim: Nano-SIM/ Electronic SIM card (e-SIM), usb: 2.0| reversible connector, wlan: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac| dual-band| hotspot, network: GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE, bluetooth: 4.0| A2DP| EDR
release date2015-09-012021-08-01
storage options gb128256, 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 mini 4:
Larger battery capacity: 5,124 mAh (+724 mAh more)
When to choose Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G:
Higher overall BeastScore: 86.0 vs top rival 72.0 · Lighter body: 271g (28g lighter in hand)
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Apple iPad mini 4 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G

Which is better: Apple iPad mini 4 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G?

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G leads with an overall BeastScore of 86.0/100 compared to Apple iPad mini 4 (72.0/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 86.0 vs top rival 72.0 and Lighter body: 271g (28g lighter in hand).

What are the primary battery and display differences between Apple iPad mini 4 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G?

Apple iPad mini 4 is equipped with a 7.9-inch display and 5124 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 mini 4 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G?

In objective hardware benchmarks, Apple iPad mini 4 achieves a 88/100 performance score, while Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G scores 88/100.