Apple iPad Air 11-inch (M2) 128GB vs Samsung Galaxy Tab Active5 Pro 128GB: which one suits you?

The two differ in 11 of the specs we have recorded, and the Samsung Galaxy Tab Active5 Pro 128GB is cheaper by SAR 381 (prices checked 13 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • More memory for multitasking (8 GB vs 6 GB)
  • Lower weight: 460 g vs 685 g
  • Larger screen size: 11 in vs 10.1 in · slight difference
  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 381
  • Bigger battery for longer sessions (10,100 mAh vs 7,606 mAh)

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

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

Key differences

  • Screen size

    ✓ 11 in10.1 in
  • Memory (RAM)

    ✓ 8 GB6 GB
  • Display type

    Liquid RetinaLCD

Specifications side by side

18 of 18 specs

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Spec
AppleSAR 3,331
Apple iPad Air 11-inch (M2) 128GB specs
SamsungSAR 2,950
Samsung Galaxy Tab Active5 Pro 128GB specs
Reference priceSAR 3,331SAR 2,950
Screen size✓ 11 in10.1 in
Memory (RAM)✓ 8 GB6 GB
ProcessorApple M4Snapdragon 7s Gen 3
Battery capacity7,606 mAh✓ 10,100 mAh
Keyboard supportYes—
Storage128 GB128 GB
Stylus supportYesYes
Cellular (SIM)YesYes

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in screen size between the Apple iPad Air 11-inch (M2) 128GB and the Samsung Galaxy Tab Active5 Pro 128GB?

Screen size is higher on the Apple iPad Air 11-inch (M2) 128GB: 11 in vs 10.1 in on the Samsung Galaxy Tab Active5 Pro 128GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in processor between the Apple iPad Air 11-inch (M2) 128GB and the Samsung Galaxy Tab Active5 Pro 128GB?

Apple iPad Air 11-inch (M2) 128GB: Apple M4; Samsung Galaxy Tab Active5 Pro 128GB: Snapdragon 7s Gen 3. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.

What is the difference in storage between the Apple iPad Air 11-inch (M2) 128GB and the Samsung Galaxy Tab Active5 Pro 128GB?

No difference here: storage is 128 GB on both.

What is the difference in stylus support between the Apple iPad Air 11-inch (M2) 128GB and the Samsung Galaxy Tab Active5 Pro 128GB?

No difference here: stylus support is Yes on both.