Apple iPad Air 13-inch vs HONOR MagicPad4 256GB: which one suits you?
The two differ in 12 of the specs we have recorded, and the HONOR MagicPad4 256GB is cheaper by SAR 530 (prices checked 12 Nov 2026).
Which one should you choose?
- More memory for multitasking (128 GB vs 12 GB)
- Has cellular (SIM); the other doesn't
- Larger screen size: 13 in vs 12.3 in · slight difference
Choose the
HONOR MagicPad4 256GB if you care about:- Paying less: cheaper by SAR 530
- 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 memory (RAM) and price.
Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.
Key differences
Screen size
✓ 13 in12.3 inStorage
128 GB✓ 256 GBMemory (RAM)
✓ 128 GB12 GB
Specifications side by side
18 of 18 specs
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| Spec | | |
|---|---|---|
| Reference price | SAR 4,029 | SAR 3,499 |
| Screen size | ✓ 13 in | 12.3 in |
| Storage | 128 GB | ✓ 256 GB |
| Memory (RAM) | ✓ 128 GB | 12 GB |
| Processor | Apple M4 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 |
| Battery capacity | 9,705 mAh | 10,100 mAh |
| Cellular (SIM) | ✓ Yes | No |
| Stylus support | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard support | Yes | Yes |
| Display type | IPS | OLED |
| Resolution | 2732 x 2048 | 3000 x 1920 |
| Screen refresh rate | 60 Hz | ✓ 165 Hz |
| Operating system | — | Android 16, MagicOS 10 |
| Connectivity | — | Wi-Fi |
| Colour | Blue | Grey |
| Dimensions | 28.06 x 21.49 x 0.61 cm | 27.3 x 17.9 x 0.5 cm |
| Weight | 616 g | ✓ 450 g |
| Warranty | — | 2 years |
| Release year | 2026 | 2026 |
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Direct comparison questions
What is the difference in screen size between the Apple iPad Air 13-inch and the HONOR MagicPad4 256GB?
Screen size is higher on the Apple iPad Air 13-inch: 13 in vs 12.3 in on the HONOR MagicPad4 256GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.
What is the difference in processor between the Apple iPad Air 13-inch and the HONOR MagicPad4 256GB?
Apple iPad Air 13-inch: Apple M4; HONOR MagicPad4 256GB: Snapdragon 8 Gen 5. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.
What is the difference in storage between the Apple iPad Air 13-inch and the HONOR MagicPad4 256GB?
Storage is higher on the HONOR MagicPad4 256GB: 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 MagicPad4 256GB?
No difference here: stylus support is Yes on both.