Apple iMac M4 256GB vs Apple 13-inch iPad Air (M4 2026) 256GB: which one suits you?

The two differ in 5 of the specs we have recorded, and the Apple 13-inch iPad Air (M4 2026) 256GB is cheaper by SAR 1,210 (prices checked 12 Nov 2026).

Bottom line: Apple iMac M4 256GB — Larger screen size: 24 in vs 13 in. Apple 13-inch iPad Air (M4 2026) 256GB — cheaper by SAR 1,210.

Which one should you choose?

  • Larger screen size: 24 in vs 13 in
  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 1,210

The deciding difference here: screen size and price.

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

Key differences

  • Screen size

    ✓ 24 in13 in
  • Display type

    Retina displayIPS
  • Resolution

    4480 x 25202732 x 2048

Specifications side by side

17 of 17 specs

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Spec
AppleSAR 5,699
Apple iMac M4 256GB specs
AppleSAR 4,489
Apple 13-inch iPad Air (M4 2026) 256GB specs
Reference priceSAR 5,699SAR 4,489
Screen size✓ 24 in13 in
Memory (RAM)16 GB—
Battery capacity—9,705 mAh
Stylus support—Yes
Storage256 GB256 GB
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 iMac M4 256GB and the Apple 13-inch iPad Air (M4 2026) 256GB?

Screen size is higher on the Apple iMac M4 256GB: 24 in vs 13 in on the Apple 13-inch iPad Air (M4 2026) 256GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in processor between the Apple iMac M4 256GB and the Apple 13-inch iPad Air (M4 2026) 256GB?

No difference here: processor is Apple M4 on both.

What is the difference in storage between the Apple iMac M4 256GB and the Apple 13-inch iPad Air (M4 2026) 256GB?

No difference here: storage is 256 GB on both.

What is the difference in keyboard support between the Apple iMac M4 256GB and the Apple 13-inch iPad Air (M4 2026) 256GB?

No difference here: keyboard support is Yes on both.