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Apple iPad Pro 10.5 (2017) 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 Pro 10.5 (2017)

Apple iPad Pro 10.5 (2017)
90/ 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 Apple iPad Pro 10.5 (2017) BETTER THAN Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G?

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Apple iPad Pro 10.5 (2017)Winner 🏆
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORApple iPadSamsung GalaxyLEADER
Refresh Rate60Hz60Hz60Hz
Battery Capacity8,134 mAh4,400 mAh+8,134 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingStandardStandard25W
Main Camera SensorN/AN/A48 MP
Screen Display SizeN/A7.6"7.6"
Chassis Weight469g271g271g Lightest

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Apple iPad Pro 10.5 (2017):
  • Larger 8,134 mAh battery capacity (+3,734 mAh more capacity)
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 Pro 10.5 (2017)Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G
1. Key Hardware Specifications (Tablets & iPads)
osiOS 10.3.2, upgradable to iPadOS 17.6.1Android 11, up to 4 major upgrades
socApple A10X FusionQualcomm Snapdragon
ram gb412
camerasmain, selfie
displayIPS LCD, 120Hz (1668 x 2224 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~265 ppi density))Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1200 nits (peak) 7.6" (1768x2208 pixels) 372 PPI
weight g469271
dimensions250.6 x 174.1 x 6.1 mm
os version10.3.211
battery mah81344400
connectivitynfc: Yes, usb: Lightning, USB 3.0; magnetic connector, wlan: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, hotspot, bluetooth: 4.2, A2DP, EDR
release date2017-06-012021-08-01
storage options gb64, 256, 512256, 512
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Editorial Lab Verdict

Apple iPad Pro 10.5 (2017) edges ahead with a BeastScore of 90.0/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Apple iPad Pro 10.5 (2017) ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its superior specifications and verified build advantages.

When to choose Apple iPad Pro 10.5 (2017):
Higher overall BeastScore: 90.0 vs top rival 86.0 · Larger battery capacity: 8,134 mAh (+3,734 mAh more)
When to choose Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G:
Significantly larger display: 7.6" vs max 0" for media & multitasking · Lighter body: 271g (198g lighter in hand)
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Apple iPad Pro 10.5 (2017) vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G

Which is better: Apple iPad Pro 10.5 (2017) or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G?

Apple iPad Pro 10.5 (2017) leads with an overall BeastScore of 90.0/100 compared to Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G (86.0/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 90.0 vs top rival 86.0 and Larger battery capacity: 8,134 mAh (+3,734 mAh more).

What are the primary battery and display differences between Apple iPad Pro 10.5 (2017) and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G?

Apple iPad Pro 10.5 (2017) is equipped with a display and 8134 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 Pro 10.5 (2017) and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G?

In objective hardware benchmarks, Apple iPad Pro 10.5 (2017) achieves a 88/100 performance score, while Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G scores 88/100.