Apple 2021 iPad mini 256GB vs Samsung Tab A 9+ 128GB: which one suits you?

The two differ in 5 of the specs we have recorded, and the Samsung Tab A 9+ 128GB is cheaper by SAR 2,137 (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 2,137
  • More memory for multitasking (8 GB vs 6 GB)

The deciding difference here: storage and memory (RAM) and price.

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

Key differences

  • Screen size

    8.3 in8.7 in
  • Storage

    ✓ 256 GB128 GB
  • Memory (RAM)

    6 GB✓ 8 GB

Specifications side by side

12 of 12 specs

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Spec
AppleSAR 3,412
Apple 2021 iPad mini 256GB specs
SamsungSAR 1,274
Samsung Tab A 9+ 128GB specs
Reference priceSAR 3,412SAR 1,274
Screen size8.3 in8.7 in
Storage✓ 256 GB128 GB
Memory (RAM)6 GB✓ 8 GB
ProcessorApple A15 Bionic—
Battery capacity—7,040 mAh
Stylus supportYesYes
Cellular (SIM)YesYes

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in screen size between the Apple 2021 iPad mini 256GB and the Samsung Tab A 9+ 128GB?

Screen size is higher on the Samsung Tab A 9+ 128GB: 8.7 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 Tab A 9+ 128GB?

Storage is higher on the Apple 2021 iPad mini 256GB: 256 GB vs 128 GB on the Samsung Tab A 9+ 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 Tab A 9+ 128GB?

No difference here: stylus support is Yes on both.

What is the difference in cellular (SIM) between the Apple 2021 iPad mini 256GB and the Samsung Tab A 9+ 128GB?

No difference here: cellular (SIM) is Yes on both.