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Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs Apple iPad Air 13 (2024)

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

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Google · 2024

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
84/ 100
Launch MSRP$1,799 USD
Apple

Apple iPad Air 13 (2024)

Apple iPad Air 13 (2024)
85/ 100
Launch MSRPPricing on request
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Apple iPad Air 13 (2024) BETTER THAN Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold?

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Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Apple iPad Air 13 (2024)Winner 🏆

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORGoogle PixelApple iPadLEADER
Refresh Rate120Hz120Hz120Hz
Battery Capacity4,650 mAh9,705 mAh+9,705 mAh
Wired Fast Charging45WStandard45W Max
Main Camera Sensor48 MP50 MP50 MP
Screen Display Size8"13"13"
Chassis Weight257gN/A257g Lightest
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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold:
  • ✓742g lighter chassis (257g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓$8200 lower launch MSRP ($1799 vs $9999)
  • ✓48MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
Reasons to buy Apple iPad Air 13 (2024):
  • ✓Larger 9,705 mAh battery capacity (+5,055 mAh more capacity)
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓13" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationGoogle Pixel 9 Pro FoldApple iPad Air 13 (2024)
1. Display & Screen🏆 Apple iPad Air 13 (2024) Wins Display
Screen Type & TechOLEDAMOLED
Screen Size8"13"
Resolution & Density2076x2152 (380 ppi)FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness2,700 nits peakN/A
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC Apple M2
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 14iOS
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory16 GB LPDDR8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256GB / 512GB1024 GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold Wins Camera
Primary Camera48 MP, f/1.7, OIS, Samsung GN350 MP, Triple Camera System
Telephoto Zoom10.5 MP (5x optical zoom), f/2.8, OISNone (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera10.5 MP, f/1.95N/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🏆 Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold Lightest Chassis
Dimensions155.2 x 150.2 x 10.5 mmN/A
Weight257 gN/A
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceIPX8Not certified
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Apple iPad Air 13 (2024) Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,650 mAh9,705 mAh
Wired Fast Charging45W wired fast chargingFast charging
Wireless Charging21W 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 7Wi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-band
Bluetooth5.3Bluetooth 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$1799Price on request
Editorial Lab Verdict

Apple iPad Air 13 (2024) edges ahead with a BeastScore of 85.3/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Apple iPad Air 13 (2024) ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its Apple M2 architecture and verified 80/100 camera rating.

When to buy Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold:
Significantly faster wired charging: 45W vs max 0W · Dedicated optical telephoto zoom (1 lens system)
When to buy Apple iPad Air 13 (2024):
Higher overall BeastScore: 85.3 vs top rival 84.1 · Larger battery capacity: 9,705 mAh (+5,055 mAh more)
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs Apple iPad Air 13 (2024)

Which phone is better: Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or Apple iPad Air 13 (2024)?

Apple iPad Air 13 (2024) leads with an overall BeastScore of 85.3/100 compared to Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (84.1/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 85.3 vs top rival 84.1 and Larger battery capacity: 9,705 mAh (+5,055 mAh more).

What are the primary battery and display differences between Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and Apple iPad Air 13 (2024)?

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is equipped with a 8-inch display and 4650 mAh battery, while Apple iPad Air 13 (2024) features a 13-inch display and 9705 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and Apple iPad Air 13 (2024)?

In lab hardware evaluations, Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold scores 85/100 in camera performance, while Apple iPad Air 13 (2024) scores 80/100.

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