Apple 2024 iMac vs Apple 13-inch iPad Air (M4 2026) 512GB: which one suits you?

The two differ in 5 of the specs we have recorded (prices checked 13 Nov 2026).

Bottom line: Apple 2024 iMac — Larger screen size: 24 in vs 13 in. Apple 13-inch iPad Air (M4 2026) 512GB — More space for photos and apps (512 GB vs 256 GB).

Which one should you choose?

  • Larger screen size: 24 in vs 13 in
  • More space for photos and apps (512 GB vs 256 GB)

The deciding difference here: screen size and storage.

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

Key differences

  • Screen size

    ✓ 24 in13 in
  • Storage

    256 GB✓ 512 GB
  • Display type

    RetinaIPS

Specifications side by side

17 of 17 specs

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Spec
AppleSAR 6,302
Apple 2024 iMac specs
AppleSAR 6,199
Apple 13-inch iPad Air (M4 2026) 512GB specs
Reference priceSAR 6,302SAR 6,199
Screen size✓ 24 in13 in
Storage256 GB✓ 512 GB
Memory (RAM)16 GB—
Battery capacity—9,705 mAh
Stylus support—Yes
ProcessorApple M4Apple M4
Keyboard supportYesYes
Cellular (SIM)YesYes

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in screen size between the Apple 2024 iMac and the Apple 13-inch iPad Air (M4 2026) 512GB?

Screen size is higher on the Apple 2024 iMac: 24 in vs 13 in on the Apple 13-inch iPad Air (M4 2026) 512GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in processor between the Apple 2024 iMac and the Apple 13-inch iPad Air (M4 2026) 512GB?

No difference here: processor is Apple M4 on both.

What is the difference in storage between the Apple 2024 iMac and the Apple 13-inch iPad Air (M4 2026) 512GB?

Storage is higher on the Apple 13-inch iPad Air (M4 2026) 512GB: 512 GB vs 256 GB on the Apple 2024 iMac. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in keyboard support between the Apple 2024 iMac and the Apple 13-inch iPad Air (M4 2026) 512GB?

No difference here: keyboard support is Yes on both.