Apple iPad Air 13-inch vs HONOR MagicPad 4 12+ 256 GB Wi-Fi: which one suits you?

The two differ in 8 of the specs we have recorded, and the HONOR MagicPad 4 12+ 256 GB Wi-Fi is cheaper by SAR 390 (prices checked 13 Nov 2026).

Bottom line: Apple iPad Air 13-inch — Larger screen size: 13 in vs 12.3 in. HONOR MagicPad 4 12+ 256 GB Wi-Fi — More space for photos and apps (256 GB vs 128 GB).

Which one should you choose?

  • Larger screen size: 13 in vs 12.3 in · slight difference
  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 390
  • More space for photos and apps (256 GB vs 128 GB)
  • Larger screen refresh rate: 165 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • Lower weight: 450 g vs 616 g

The deciding difference here: storage and screen refresh rate and price.

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

Key differences

  • Screen size

    ✓ 13 in12.3 in
  • Storage

    128 GB✓ 256 GB
  • Display type

    IPSOLED

Specifications side by side

17 of 17 specs

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Spec
AppleSAR 3,989
Apple iPad Air 13-inch specs
HonorSAR 3,599
HONOR MagicPad 4 12+ 256 GB Wi-Fi specs
Reference priceSAR 3,989SAR 3,599
Screen size✓ 13 in12.3 in
Storage128 GB✓ 256 GB
Memory (RAM)—16 GB
ProcessorApple M4—
Battery capacity9,705 mAh10,100 mAh
Stylus supportYesYes
Keyboard supportYesYes
Cellular (SIM)YesYes

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in screen size between the Apple iPad Air 13-inch and the HONOR MagicPad 4 12+ 256 GB Wi-Fi?

Screen size is higher on the Apple iPad Air 13-inch: 13 in vs 12.3 in on the HONOR MagicPad 4 12+ 256 GB Wi-Fi. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in storage between the Apple iPad Air 13-inch and the HONOR MagicPad 4 12+ 256 GB Wi-Fi?

Storage is higher on the HONOR MagicPad 4 12+ 256 GB Wi-Fi: 256 GB vs 128 GB on the Apple iPad Air 13-inch. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in stylus support between the Apple iPad Air 13-inch and the HONOR MagicPad 4 12+ 256 GB Wi-Fi?

No difference here: stylus support is Yes on both.

What is the difference in keyboard support between the Apple iPad Air 13-inch and the HONOR MagicPad 4 12+ 256 GB Wi-Fi?

No difference here: keyboard support is Yes on both.