Google Pixel Fold vs Apple iPad (2022)

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing hardware specifications, benchmark percentiles, battery endurance, and category performance advantages.

Smartphone Battle

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Google · 2023

Google Pixel Fold

82/ 100

Launch MSRP$1,799 USD

Apple

Apple iPad (2022)

83/ 100

Launch MSRPPricing on request

WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Apple iPad (2022) BETTER THAN Google Pixel Fold?

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Google Pixel Fold

Apple iPad (2022)Winner 🏆

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta

SPEC FACTOR	Google Pixel	Apple iPad	LEADER
Refresh Rate	120Hz	120Hz	120Hz
Battery Capacity	4,821 mAh	7,606 mAh	+7,606 mAh
Wired Fast Charging	30W	Standard	30W Max
Main Camera Sensor	48 MP	50 MP	50 MP
Screen Display Size	7.6"	10.9"	10.9"
Chassis Weight	283g	N/A	283g Lightest

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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Google Pixel Fold:

✓716g lighter chassis (283g) 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 (2022):

✓Larger 7,606 mAh battery capacity (+2,785 mAh more capacity)
✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
✓10.9" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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Specification	Google Pixel Fold	Apple iPad (2022)
1. Display & Screen🏆 Apple iPad (2022) Wins Display
Screen Type & Tech	OLED	AMOLED
Screen Size	7.6"	10.9"
Resolution & Density	2208x1840 (380 ppi)	FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED
Refresh Rate	120 Hz ProMotion	120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness	1,450 nits peak	N/A
Screen Protection	Scratch-resistant glass	Scratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Google Pixel Fold Wins Performance
Chipset / Processor	High performance SoC	Apple A14 Bionic
CPU Cores	Multi-core high performance	Multi-core high performance
GPU Graphics	Integrated Graphics	Integrated Graphics
Operating System	Android 13	iOS
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory	12 GB LPDDR	4 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage	256GB / 512GB	256 GB
Storage Speed	High-speed flash	High-speed flash
Card Slot	No	No
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Google Pixel Fold Wins Camera
Primary Camera	48 MP, f/1.7, OIS, Samsung GN1	50 MP, Triple Camera System
Telephoto Zoom	10.8 MP (5x optical zoom), f/3.05, OIS	None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera	10.8 MP, f/2.2	N/A
LiDAR / Depth	None	None
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 Lens	8 MP, f/2	12 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Google Pixel Fold Lightest Chassis
Dimensions	158.7 x 139.7 x 12.1 mm	N/A
Weight	283 g	N/A
Build Materials	Glass front, metal/glass frame	Glass front, metal/glass frame
SIM Type	Nano-SIM / eSIM support	Nano-SIM / eSIM support
Water Resistance	IPX8	Not certified
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Apple iPad (2022) Wins Battery
Battery Capacity	4,821 mAh	7,606 mAh
Wired Fast Charging	30W wired fast charging	Fast charging
Wireless Charging	7W wireless charging	Not supported
Reverse Charging	Reverse wireless charging	Reverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
Loudspeaker	Stereo speakers	Stereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone Jack	No	No
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi Standard	Wi-Fi 6E	Wi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-band
Bluetooth	5.3	Bluetooth 5.3+
USB Port & Speed	USB-C 3.2	USB Type-C
NFC	Yes (contactless payment)	Yes
11. Sensors & Security
Sensors	Biometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass	Biometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite Features	Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)	Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
Colors	Standard finishes	Standard finishes
Launch Price	$1799	Price on request

Editorial Lab Verdict

Apple iPad (2022) edges ahead with a BeastScore of 82.6/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Apple iPad (2022) ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its superior specifications and verified build advantages.

When to choose Google Pixel Fold:

Significantly faster wired charging: 30W vs max 0W · Dedicated optical telephoto zoom (1 lens system)

When to choose Apple iPad (2022):

Higher overall BeastScore: 82.6 vs top rival 82.0 · Larger battery capacity: 7,606 mAh (+2,785 mAh more)

Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Google Pixel Fold vs Apple iPad (2022)

Which is better: Google Pixel Fold or Apple iPad (2022)?

Apple iPad (2022) leads with an overall BeastScore of 82.6/100 compared to Google Pixel Fold (82.0/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 82.6 vs top rival 82.0 and Larger battery capacity: 7,606 mAh (+2,785 mAh more).

What are the primary battery and display differences between Google Pixel Fold and Apple iPad (2022)?

Google Pixel Fold is equipped with a 7.6-inch display and 4821 mAh battery, while Apple iPad (2022) features a 10.9-inch display and 7606 mAh battery.