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Huawei MediaPad M5 8 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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Huawei

Huawei MediaPad M5 8

Huawei MediaPad M5 8
80/ 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 Huawei MediaPad M5 8?

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Huawei MediaPad M5 8
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5GWinner 🏆

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORHuawei MediaPadSamsung GalaxyLEADER
Refresh Rate60Hz60Hz60Hz
Battery Capacity5,100 mAh4,400 mAh+5,100 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingStandardStandard25W
Main Camera SensorN/AN/A48 MP
Screen Display Size8.4"7.6"8.4"
Chassis Weight316g271g271g Lightest

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Huawei MediaPad M5 8:
  • Larger 5,100 mAh battery capacity (+700 mAh more capacity)
  • 8.4" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate
Reasons to buy Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G:
  • 45g 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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SpecificationHuawei MediaPad M5 8Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G
1. Key Hardware Specifications (Tablets & iPads)
osAndroid 8.0, EMUI 8Android 11, up to 4 major upgrades
soc0Qualcomm Snapdragon
ram gb412
camerasmain, selfiemain, selfie
displayIPS LCD 8.4" (2560x1600 pixels) 359 PPIFoldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1200 nits (peak) 7.6" (1768x2208 pixels) 372 PPI
weight g316271
os version8.011
battery mah51004400
release date2018-02-012021-08-01
storage options gb32, 64, 128256, 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 Huawei MediaPad M5 8:
Larger battery capacity: 5,100 mAh (+700 mAh more) · Significantly larger display: 8.4" vs max 7.6" for media & multitasking
When to choose Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G:
Higher overall BeastScore: 86.0 vs top rival 80.0 · Lighter body: 271g (45g lighter in hand)
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Huawei MediaPad M5 8 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G

Which is better: Huawei MediaPad M5 8 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G?

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G leads with an overall BeastScore of 86.0/100 compared to Huawei MediaPad M5 8 (80.0/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 86.0 vs top rival 80.0 and Lighter body: 271g (45g lighter in hand).

What are the primary battery and display differences between Huawei MediaPad M5 8 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G?

Huawei MediaPad M5 8 is equipped with a 8.4-inch display and 5100 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 Huawei MediaPad M5 8 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G?

In objective hardware benchmarks, Huawei MediaPad M5 8 achieves a 88/100 performance score, while Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G scores 88/100.