How the iPhone Duo compares to other folding phones

Apple’s iPhone Duo joins the small but growing group of premium foldable phones, positioning itself above recent rivals on price while borrowing familiar hardware choices. It opens into a 7.6-inch interior OLED and keeps a 5.4-inch cover OLED that shares the same aspect ratio as the main screen — a passport-like approach that differs from the taller, tablet-style interiors some competitors use. Apple also equipped the interior panel with a special outer layer and a hinge design intended to make the crease far less noticeable. Compared with Google’s Pixel 11 Pro Fold and Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 8, the Duo sits in a similar performance and feature bracket but with some distinct trade-offs. Apple ships the Duo with its A20 Pro chip and iOS 27, while the Pixel uses a custom Tensor G6 and Samsung uses its Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy; RAM and storage options vary across models. The Duo lists storage tiers from 256GB up to 2TB and a claimed battery life of up to 24 hours, versus the Pixel’s 4,750 mAh and Samsung’s 4,800 mAh batteries. On size and feel, the Duo is heavier than its two main rivals at 254 grams, and its folded thickness is slightly larger than the Pixel’s but comparable to Samsung’s. Camera hardware also differs: Apple pairs a 48MP main sensor with a 48MP ultrawide and a 12MP cover selfie, while the Pixel and Fold 8 use different multi-camera arrays and video caps. Charging speeds for the Duo are listed at 40W wired and 25W wireless. Beyond raw specs, Apple is leaning on the Duo’s folding mechanics and software behavior as differentiators. The same aspect ratio inside and out plus partial-fold app usability aim to create a consistent experience whether the device is open, closed, or tented. The Verge’s hands-on finds the crease nearly invisible thanks to the screen layer and hinge — a common pain point for many foldables — though the full long-term assessment will come in later reviews as the phone reaches customers.