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Apple iPad mini (2019) 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 mini (2019)

Apple iPad mini (2019)
71/ 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 mini (2019)?

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Apple iPad mini (2019)
Samsung Galaxy FoldWinner 🏆

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORApple iPadSamsung GalaxyLEADER
Refresh Rate60Hz60Hz60Hz
Battery Capacity5,124 mAh4,380 mAh+5,124 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingStandardStandard25W
Main Camera SensorN/AN/A48 MP
Screen Display Size7.9"7.3"7.9"
Chassis Weight3005g276g276g Lightest

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Apple iPad mini (2019):
  • Larger 5,124 mAh battery capacity (+744 mAh more capacity)
  • 7.9" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate
Reasons to buy Samsung Galaxy Fold:
  • 2729g 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 mini (2019)Samsung Galaxy Fold
1. Key Hardware Specifications (Tablets & iPads)
osiOS 12.1.3, up to iPadOS 18.5Android 9.0, up to Android 12, One UI 4
socApple A12 BionicSnapdragon 855
ram gb312
camerasmain, selfiemain
displayIPS LCD 7.9" (1536x2048 pixels) 324 PPIFoldable Dynamic AMOLED, HDR10+ 7.3" (1536x2152 pixels) 362 PPI
weight g300.5276
os version12.1.39.0
battery mah51244380
release date2019-03-012019-02-01
storage options gb64, 256512
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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 mini (2019):
Larger battery capacity: 5,124 mAh (+744 mAh more) · Significantly larger display: 7.9" vs max 7.3" for media & multitasking
When to choose Samsung Galaxy Fold:
Higher overall BeastScore: 84.0 vs top rival 71.0 · Lighter body: 276g (2729g lighter in hand)
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Apple iPad mini (2019) vs Samsung Galaxy Fold

Which is better: Apple iPad mini (2019) or Samsung Galaxy Fold?

Samsung Galaxy Fold leads with an overall BeastScore of 84.0/100 compared to Apple iPad mini (2019) (71.0/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 84.0 vs top rival 71.0 and Lighter body: 276g (2729g lighter in hand).

What are the primary battery and display differences between Apple iPad mini (2019) and Samsung Galaxy Fold?

Apple iPad mini (2019) is equipped with a 7.9-inch display and 5124 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 mini (2019) and Samsung Galaxy Fold?

In objective hardware benchmarks, Apple iPad mini (2019) achieves a 88/100 performance score, while Samsung Galaxy Fold scores 88/100.