Huawei MatePad 12 X 256GB vs Apple iPad Air 13-inch: 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 2,545 (prices checked 12 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 2,545
  • More memory for multitasking (12 GB vs 8 GB)
  • Larger screen refresh rate: 144 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • Lower weight: 555 g vs 616 g · slight difference
  • Larger screen size: 13 in vs 12 in · slight difference

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 in✓ 13 in
  • Memory (RAM)

    ✓ 12 GB8 GB
  • Display type

    LCD PaperMatteIPS

Specifications side by side

17 of 17 specs

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Spec
HuaweiSAR 2,404
Huawei MatePad 12 X 256GB specs
AppleSAR 4,949
Apple iPad Air 13-inch specs
Reference priceSAR 2,404SAR 4,949
Screen size12 in✓ 13 in
Memory (RAM)✓ 12 GB8 GB
Processor—Apple M4
Battery capacity10,100 mAh9,705 mAh
Keyboard support—Yes
Storage256 GB256 GB
Stylus supportYesYes
Cellular (SIM)YesYes

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in screen size between the Huawei MatePad 12 X 256GB and the Apple iPad Air 13-inch?

Screen size is higher on the Apple iPad Air 13-inch: 13 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 Huawei MatePad 12 X 256GB and the Apple iPad Air 13-inch?

No difference here: storage is 256 GB on both.

What is the difference in stylus support between the Huawei MatePad 12 X 256GB and the Apple iPad Air 13-inch?

No difference here: stylus support is Yes on both.

What is the difference in cellular (SIM) between the Huawei MatePad 12 X 256GB and the Apple iPad Air 13-inch?

No difference here: cellular (SIM) is Yes on both.