Apple iPad Air 11-inch (M2) 128GB vs Samsung Tab S11 128GB: which one suits you?

The two differ in 8 of the specs we have recorded, and the Apple iPad Air 11-inch (M2) 128GB is cheaper by SAR 822 (prices checked 13 Nov 2026).

Bottom line: Apple iPad Air 11-inch (M2) 128GB — Lower weight: 460 g vs 600 g. Samsung Tab S11 128GB — More memory for multitasking (12 GB vs 8 GB).

Which one should you choose?

  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 822
  • Lower weight: 460 g vs 600 g
  • More memory for multitasking (12 GB vs 8 GB)
  • Bigger battery for longer sessions (8,400 mAh vs 7,606 mAh) · slight difference

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

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

Key differences

  • Memory (RAM)

    8 GB✓ 12 GB
  • Display type

    Liquid RetinaAMOLED
  • Resolution

    2360 x 16402560 x 1600

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 4,153
Samsung Tab S11 128GB specs
Reference priceSAR 3,331SAR 4,153
Memory (RAM)8 GB✓ 12 GB
ProcessorApple M4Dimensity 9400+
Battery capacity7,606 mAh✓ 8,400 mAh
Cellular (SIM)Yes—
Screen size11 in11 in
Storage128 GB128 GB
Stylus supportYesYes
Keyboard supportYesYes

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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 Tab S11 128GB?

No difference here: screen size is 11 in on both.

What is the difference in processor between the Apple iPad Air 11-inch (M2) 128GB and the Samsung Tab S11 128GB?

Apple iPad Air 11-inch (M2) 128GB: Apple M4; Samsung Tab S11 128GB: Dimensity 9400+. 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 Tab S11 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 Tab S11 128GB?

No difference here: stylus support is Yes on both.