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HTC Nexus 9 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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HTC

HTC Nexus 9

HTC Nexus 9
73/ 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 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G BETTER THAN HTC Nexus 9?

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HTC Nexus 9
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BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORHTC NexusSamsung GalaxyLEADER
Refresh Rate60Hz60Hz60Hz
Battery Capacity6,700 mAh4,400 mAh+6,700 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingStandardStandard25W
Main Camera SensorN/AN/A48 MP
Screen Display Size8.9"7.6"8.9"
Chassis Weight425g271g271g Lightest

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy HTC Nexus 9:
  • Larger 6,700 mAh battery capacity (+2,300 mAh more capacity)
  • 8.9" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate
Reasons to buy Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G:
  • 154g 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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SpecificationHTC Nexus 9Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G
1. Key Hardware Specifications (Tablets & iPads)
osAndroid 5.0, up to 7.1.1Android 11, up to 4 major upgrades
socNvidia Tegra K1Qualcomm Snapdragon
ram gb212
camerasmain, selfiemain, selfie
displayIPS LCD 8.9" (1536x2048 pixels) 288 PPIFoldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1200 nits (peak) 7.6" (1768x2208 pixels) 372 PPI
weight g425271
os version5.011
battery mah67004400
release date2014-10-012021-08-01
storage options gb16, 32256, 512
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Editorial Lab Verdict

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G edges ahead with a BeastScore of 86.0/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its superior specifications and verified build advantages.

When to choose HTC Nexus 9:
Larger battery capacity: 6,700 mAh (+2,300 mAh more) · Significantly larger display: 8.9" vs max 7.6" for media & multitasking
When to choose Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G:
Higher overall BeastScore: 86.0 vs top rival 73.0 · Lighter body: 271g (154g lighter in hand)
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: HTC Nexus 9 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G

Which is better: HTC Nexus 9 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G?

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G leads with an overall BeastScore of 86.0/100 compared to HTC Nexus 9 (73.0/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 86.0 vs top rival 73.0 and Lighter body: 271g (154g lighter in hand).

What are the primary battery and display differences between HTC Nexus 9 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G?

HTC Nexus 9 is equipped with a 8.9-inch display and 6700 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 HTC Nexus 9 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G?

In objective hardware benchmarks, HTC Nexus 9 achieves a 88/100 performance score, while Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G scores 88/100.