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Galaxy Z Fold 2 vs Apple iPad (2025)

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing display brightness, chipset benchmark percentiles, multi-camera arrays, battery capacity, and charging speeds.

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Samsung · 2020

Galaxy Z Fold 2

Galaxy Z Fold 2
80/ 100
Launch MSRP$1,999 USD
Apple

Apple iPad (2025)

Apple iPad (2025)
81/ 100
Launch MSRPPricing on request
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Apple iPad (2025) BETTER THAN Galaxy Z Fold 2?

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Galaxy Z Fold 2
Apple iPad (2025)Winner 🏆

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORGalaxy ZApple iPadLEADER
Refresh Rate120Hz120Hz120Hz
Battery Capacity4,500 mAh5,000 mAh+5,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging25WStandard25W
Main Camera Sensor12 MP50 MP50 MP
Screen Display Size7.6"11"11"
Chassis Weight282gN/A282g Lightest
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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Galaxy Z Fold 2:
  • ✓717g lighter chassis (282g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓$8000 lower launch MSRP ($1999 vs $9999)
  • ✓12MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
Reasons to buy Apple iPad (2025):
  • ✓Larger 5,000 mAh battery capacity (+500 mAh more capacity)
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓11" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationGalaxy Z Fold 2Apple iPad (2025)
1. Display & Screen🏆 Apple iPad (2025) Wins Display
Screen Type & TechDynamic AMOLED 2X (foldable)AMOLED
Screen Size7.6"11"
Resolution & Density2208x1768 (372 ppi)FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness600 nits peakN/A
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Galaxy Z Fold 2 Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC Apple A16 Bionic
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 10iOS
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR6 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256GB / 512GB512 GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Apple iPad (2025) Wins Camera
Primary Camera12 MP, f/1.8, OIS50 MP, Triple Camera System
Telephoto Zoom12 MP (2x optical zoom), f/2.4, OISNone (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera12 MP, f/2.2N/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
Front Video
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens10 MP, f/2.212 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Galaxy Z Fold 2 Lightest Chassis
Dimensions159.2 x 128.2 x 6.9 mmN/A
Weight282 gN/A
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceNot certifiedNot certified
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Apple iPad (2025) Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,500 mAh5,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging25W wired fast chargingFast charging
Wireless Charging11W wireless chargingNot supported
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 6Wi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-band
Bluetooth5.0Bluetooth 5.3+
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.2USB Type-C
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compassBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS via satellite (select markets)Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsStandard finishesStandard finishes
Launch Price$1999Price on request
Editorial Lab Verdict

Apple iPad (2025) edges ahead with a BeastScore of 80.8/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Apple iPad (2025) ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its Apple A16 Bionic architecture and verified 80/100 camera rating.

When to buy Galaxy Z Fold 2:
Significantly faster wired charging: 25W vs max 0W · Dedicated optical telephoto zoom (1 lens system)
When to buy Apple iPad (2025):
Higher overall BeastScore: 80.8 vs top rival 79.5 · Larger battery capacity: 5,000 mAh (+500 mAh more)
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Galaxy Z Fold 2 vs Apple iPad (2025)

Which phone is better: Galaxy Z Fold 2 or Apple iPad (2025)?

Apple iPad (2025) leads with an overall BeastScore of 80.8/100 compared to Galaxy Z Fold 2 (79.5/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 80.8 vs top rival 79.5 and Larger battery capacity: 5,000 mAh (+500 mAh more).

What are the primary battery and display differences between Galaxy Z Fold 2 and Apple iPad (2025)?

Galaxy Z Fold 2 is equipped with a 7.6-inch display and 4500 mAh battery, while Apple iPad (2025) features a 11-inch display and 5000 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Galaxy Z Fold 2 and Apple iPad (2025)?

In lab hardware evaluations, Galaxy Z Fold 2 scores 75/100 in camera performance, while Apple iPad (2025) scores 80/100.

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