Honor Pad 9 256GB vs Huawei MatePad 12 X 256GB: which one suits you?

The two differ in 9 of the specs we have recorded, and the Huawei MatePad 12 X 256GB is cheaper by SAR 135 (prices checked 11 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • No clear lead in the recorded specs; design or brand preference may decide.
  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 135
  • More memory for multitasking (12 GB vs 8 GB)
  • Larger screen refresh rate: 144 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • Bigger battery for longer sessions (10,100 mAh vs 8,300 mAh)

The deciding difference here: memory (RAM) and screen refresh rate and price.

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

Key differences

  • Screen size

    12.1 in12 in
  • Memory (RAM)

    8 GB✓ 12 GB
  • Resolution

    2560 x 16002800 x 1840

Specifications side by side

16 of 16 specs

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Spec
HonorSAR 2,539
Honor Pad 9 256GB specs
HuaweiSAR 2,404
Huawei MatePad 12 X 256GB specs
Reference priceSAR 2,539SAR 2,404
Screen size12.1 in12 in
Memory (RAM)8 GB✓ 12 GB
Battery capacity8,300 mAh✓ 10,100 mAh
Stylus support—Yes
Keyboard supportYes—
Cellular (SIM)No✓ Yes
Storage256 GB256 GB

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in screen size between the Honor Pad 9 256GB and the Huawei MatePad 12 X 256GB?

Screen size is higher on the Honor Pad 9 256GB: 12.1 in vs 12 in on the Huawei MatePad 12 X 256GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in storage between the Honor Pad 9 256GB and the Huawei MatePad 12 X 256GB?

No difference here: storage is 256 GB on both.

What is the difference in cellular (SIM) between the Honor Pad 9 256GB and the Huawei MatePad 12 X 256GB?

Honor Pad 9 256GB: No; Huawei MatePad 12 X 256GB: Yes. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.

What is the difference in memory (RAM) between the Honor Pad 9 256GB and the Huawei MatePad 12 X 256GB?

Memory (RAM) is higher on the Huawei MatePad 12 X 256GB: 12 GB vs 8 GB on the Honor Pad 9 256GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.