Huawei MatePad 11.5 S 256GB vs Lenovo Idea Tab 128GB: which one suits you?

The two differ in 9 of the specs we have recorded, and the Lenovo Idea Tab 128GB is cheaper by SAR 210 (prices checked 3 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • More space for photos and apps (256 GB vs 128 GB)
  • More memory for multitasking (12 GB vs 8 GB)
  • Larger screen refresh rate: 144 Hz vs 90 Hz
  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 210

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

    11.5 in11 in
  • Storage

    ✓ 256 GB128 GB
  • Memory (RAM)

    ✓ 12 GB8 GB

Specifications side by side

18 of 18 specs

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Spec
HuaweiSAR 2,161
Huawei MatePad 11.5 S 256GB specs
LenovoSAR 1,951
Lenovo Idea Tab 128GB specs
Reference priceSAR 2,161SAR 1,951
Screen size11.5 in11 in
Storage✓ 256 GB128 GB
Memory (RAM)✓ 12 GB8 GB
Processor—Helio G85
Battery capacity8,800 mAh—
Keyboard support—Yes
Cellular (SIM)✓ YesNo
Stylus supportYesYes

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in screen size between the Huawei MatePad 11.5 S 256GB and the Lenovo Idea Tab 128GB?

Screen size is higher on the Huawei MatePad 11.5 S 256GB: 11.5 in vs 11 in on the Lenovo Idea Tab 128GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in storage between the Huawei MatePad 11.5 S 256GB and the Lenovo Idea Tab 128GB?

Storage is higher on the Huawei MatePad 11.5 S 256GB: 256 GB vs 128 GB on the Lenovo Idea Tab 128GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in stylus support between the Huawei MatePad 11.5 S 256GB and the Lenovo Idea Tab 128GB?

No difference here: stylus support is Yes on both.

What is the difference in cellular (SIM) between the Huawei MatePad 11.5 S 256GB and the Lenovo Idea Tab 128GB?

Huawei MatePad 11.5 S 256GB: Yes; Lenovo Idea Tab 128GB: No. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.