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Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2018) 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 12.9 (2018)

Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2018)
89/ 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 12.9 (2018) BETTER THAN Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G?

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Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2018)Winner 🏆
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORApple iPadSamsung GalaxyLEADER
Refresh Rate60Hz60Hz60Hz
Battery Capacity9,720 mAh4,400 mAh+9,720 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingStandardStandard25W
Main Camera SensorN/AN/A48 MP
Screen Display Size12.9"7.6"12.9"
Chassis Weight631g271g271g Lightest

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2018):
  • Larger 9,720 mAh battery capacity (+5,320 mAh more capacity)
  • 12.9" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate
Reasons to buy Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G:
  • 360g 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 12.9 (2018)Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G
1. Key Hardware Specifications (Tablets & iPads)
osUnknownAndroid 11, up to 4 major upgrades
ram gb612
camerasmain, selfie
displayLED-backlit IPS LCD, capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors 12.9" (2048x2732) 265 PPIFoldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1200 nits (peak) 7.6" (1768x2208 pixels) 372 PPI
weight g631271
battery mah97204400
connectivitybluetooth: 5.0, A2DP, LE, EDR
release date2018-10-012021-08-01
storage options gb1024256, 512
socQualcomm Snapdragon
os version11
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Editorial Lab Verdict

Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2018) edges ahead with a BeastScore of 89.0/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2018) 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 12.9 (2018):
Higher overall BeastScore: 89.0 vs top rival 86.0 · Larger battery capacity: 9,720 mAh (+5,320 mAh more)
When to choose Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G:
Lighter body: 271g (360g lighter in hand)
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2018) vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G

Which is better: Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2018) or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G?

Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2018) leads with an overall BeastScore of 89.0/100 compared to Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G (86.0/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 89.0 vs top rival 86.0 and Larger battery capacity: 9,720 mAh (+5,320 mAh more).

What are the primary battery and display differences between Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2018) and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G?

Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2018) is equipped with a 12.9-inch display and 9720 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 12.9 (2018) and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G?

In objective hardware benchmarks, Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2018) achieves a 88/100 performance score, while Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G scores 88/100.