Apple iMac M4 256GB vs Apple iPad Air 13-inch: which one suits you?
The two differ in 5 of the specs we have recorded, and the Apple iPad Air 13-inch is cheaper by SAR 750 (prices checked 12 Nov 2026).
Which one should you choose?
Choose the
Apple iMac M4 256GB if you care about:- Larger screen size: 24 in vs 13 in
- More memory for multitasking (16 GB vs 8 GB)
- Paying less: cheaper by SAR 750
The deciding difference here: screen size and memory (RAM) and price.
Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.
Key differences
Screen size
✓ 24 in13 inMemory (RAM)
✓ 16 GB8 GBDisplay type
Retina displayIPS
Specifications side by side
17 of 17 specs
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| Spec | | |
|---|---|---|
| Reference price | SAR 5,699 | SAR 4,949 |
| Screen size | ✓ 24 in | 13 in |
| Memory (RAM) | ✓ 16 GB | 8 GB |
| Battery capacity | — | 9,705 mAh |
| Stylus support | — | Yes |
| Storage | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| Processor | Apple M4 | Apple M4 |
| Keyboard support | Yes | Yes |
| Cellular (SIM) | Yes | Yes |
| Display type | Retina display | IPS |
| Resolution | 4480 x 2520 | 2732 x 2048 |
| Screen refresh rate | — | 60 Hz |
| Operating system | macOS | — |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | — |
| Release year | 2024 | 2026 |
| Colour | Blue | — |
| Dimensions | — | 28.06 x 21.49 x 0.61 cm |
| Weight | — | 616 g |
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Direct comparison questions
What is the difference in screen size between the Apple iMac M4 256GB and the Apple iPad Air 13-inch?
Screen size is higher on the Apple iMac M4 256GB: 24 in vs 13 in on the Apple iPad Air 13-inch. 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 iPad Air 13-inch?
No difference here: processor is Apple M4 on both.
What is the difference in storage between the Apple iMac M4 256GB and the Apple iPad Air 13-inch?
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 iPad Air 13-inch?
No difference here: keyboard support is Yes on both.