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Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2017) 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 Pro 12.9 (2017)

Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2017)
88/ 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 Pro 12.9 (2017) BETTER THAN Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?

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Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2017)Winner 🏆
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORApple iPadSamsung GalaxyLEADER
Refresh Rate60Hz60Hz60Hz
Battery Capacity10,891 mAh4,400 mAh+10,891 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingStandardStandard25W
Main Camera SensorN/AN/A48 MP
Screen Display SizeN/A7.6"7.6"
Chassis Weight677g253g253g Lightest

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2017):
  • Larger 10,891 mAh battery capacity (+6,491 mAh more capacity)
Reasons to buy Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5:
  • 424g 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 Pro 12.9 (2017)Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
1. Key Hardware Specifications (Tablets & iPads)
osiOS 10.3.2, upgradable to iPadOS 17.6.1Android 13, up to 4 major upgrades
socApple A9XSnapdragon 8 Gen 2
ram gb412
camerasmain, selfiemain, selfie
display(2732 x 2048 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~265 ppi density))Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+ 7.6" (1812x2176 pixels) 373 PPI
weight g677253
os version10.3.213
battery mah108914400
release date2015-01-012023-07-01
storage options gb64, 256, 512256, 512, 1024
Launch MSRPPrice on request$1849.99 USD
Editorial Lab Verdict

Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2017) edges ahead with a BeastScore of 88.0/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (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 12.9 (2017):
Higher overall BeastScore: 88.0 vs top rival 83.0 · Larger battery capacity: 10,891 mAh (+6,491 mAh more)
When to choose Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5:
Significantly larger display: 7.6" vs max 0" for media & multitasking · Lighter body: 253g (424g lighter in hand)
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2017) vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5

Which is better: Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2017) or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?

Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2017) leads with an overall BeastScore of 88.0/100 compared to Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (83.0/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 88.0 vs top rival 83.0 and Larger battery capacity: 10,891 mAh (+6,491 mAh more).

What are the primary battery and display differences between Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2017) and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?

Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2017) is equipped with a display and 10891 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 Pro 12.9 (2017) and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?

In objective hardware benchmarks, Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2017) achieves a 88/100 performance score, while Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 scores 88/100.