Apple 2021 iPad mini 256GB vs Samsung Galaxy Tab S 11 128GB: which one suits you?

The two differ in 7 of the specs we have recorded, and the Samsung Galaxy Tab S 11 128GB is cheaper by SAR 167 (prices checked 12 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • More space for photos and apps (256 GB vs 128 GB)
  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 167
  • Larger screen size: 11 in vs 8.3 in
  • More memory for multitasking (12 GB vs 6 GB)

The deciding difference here: screen size and storage and price.

Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.

Key differences

  • Screen size

    8.3 in✓ 11 in
  • Storage

    ✓ 256 GB128 GB
  • Memory (RAM)

    6 GB✓ 12 GB

Specifications side by side

16 of 16 specs

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Spec
AppleSAR 3,412
Apple 2021 iPad mini 256GB specs
SamsungSAR 3,244
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 11 128GB specs
Reference priceSAR 3,412SAR 3,244
Screen size8.3 in✓ 11 in
Storage✓ 256 GB128 GB
Memory (RAM)6 GB✓ 12 GB
ProcessorApple A15 Bionic—
Keyboard support—Yes
Cellular (SIM)Yes—
Stylus supportYesYes

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in screen size between the Apple 2021 iPad mini 256GB and the Samsung Galaxy Tab S 11 128GB?

Screen size is higher on the Samsung Galaxy Tab S 11 128GB: 11 in vs 8.3 in on the Apple 2021 iPad mini 256GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in storage between the Apple 2021 iPad mini 256GB and the Samsung Galaxy Tab S 11 128GB?

Storage is higher on the Apple 2021 iPad mini 256GB: 256 GB vs 128 GB on the Samsung Galaxy Tab S 11 128GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in stylus support between the Apple 2021 iPad mini 256GB and the Samsung Galaxy Tab S 11 128GB?

No difference here: stylus support is Yes on both.

What is the difference in memory (RAM) between the Apple 2021 iPad mini 256GB and the Samsung Galaxy Tab S 11 128GB?

Memory (RAM) is higher on the Samsung Galaxy Tab S 11 128GB: 12 GB vs 6 GB on the Apple 2021 iPad mini 256GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.