Tablets · Huawei
Huawei MatePad 12 X 256GB- Screen size:
- 12 in
- Storage:
- 256 GB
- Reference price:
- SAR 2,404
Huawei MatePad 12 X 256GB vs Apple iPad Air 13-inch: which one suits you?
The two differ in 11 of the specs we have recorded, and the Huawei MatePad 12 X 256GB is cheaper by SAR 1,625 (prices checked 12 Nov 2026).
Which one should you choose?
- Paying less: cheaper by SAR 1,625
- More space for photos and apps (256 GB vs 128 GB)
- Larger screen refresh rate: 144 Hz vs 60 Hz
- Lower weight: 555 g vs 616 g · slight difference
- More memory for multitasking (128 GB vs 12 GB)
- Larger screen size: 13 in vs 12 in · slight difference
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
12 in✓ 13 inStorage
✓ 256 GB128 GBMemory (RAM)
12 GB✓ 128 GB
Specifications side by side
17 of 17 specs
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| Spec | | |
|---|---|---|
| Reference price | SAR 2,404 | SAR 4,029 |
| Screen size | 12 in | ✓ 13 in |
| Storage | ✓ 256 GB | 128 GB |
| Memory (RAM) | 12 GB | ✓ 128 GB |
| Processor | — | Apple M4 |
| Battery capacity | 10,100 mAh | 9,705 mAh |
| Keyboard support | — | Yes |
| Stylus support | Yes | Yes |
| Cellular (SIM) | Yes | Yes |
| Display type | LCD PaperMatte | IPS |
| Resolution | 2800 x 1840 | 2732 x 2048 |
| Screen refresh rate | ✓ 144 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Operating system | HarmonyOS 4.3 | — |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | — |
| Release year | 2025 | 2026 |
| Colour | Green | Blue |
| Dimensions | 27.2 x 18.4 x 0.7 cm | 28.06 x 21.49 x 0.61 cm |
| Weight | ✓ 555 g | 616 g |
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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?
Storage is higher on the Huawei MatePad 12 X 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 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.