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 Red Magic Astra 2 16GB: 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 895 (prices checked 11 Nov 2026).
Which one should you choose?
- Paying less: cheaper by SAR 895
- Larger screen size: 12 in vs 9.06 in
- More space for photos and apps (256 GB vs 16 GB)
- More memory for multitasking (16 GB vs 12 GB)
- Larger screen refresh rate: 185 Hz vs 144 Hz
The deciding difference here: screen size and storage and price.
Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.
Tablets · Red Magic
Red Magic Astra 2 16GB- Screen size:
- 9.06 in
- Storage:
- 16 GB
- Reference price:
- SAR 3,299
Key differences
Screen size
✓ 12 in9.06 inStorage
✓ 256 GB16 GBMemory (RAM)
12 GB✓ 16 GB
Specifications side by side
18 of 18 specs
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| Spec | | |
|---|---|---|
| Reference price | SAR 2,404 | SAR 3,299 |
| Screen size | ✓ 12 in | 9.06 in |
| Storage | ✓ 256 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory (RAM) | 12 GB | ✓ 16 GB |
| Processor | — | Snapdragon 8 Elite |
| Battery capacity | 10,100 mAh | — |
| Stylus support | Yes | Yes |
| Cellular (SIM) | Yes | Yes |
| Display type | LCD PaperMatte | OLED |
| Resolution | 2800 x 1840 | 2400 x 1504 |
| Screen refresh rate | 144 Hz | ✓ 185 Hz |
| Operating system | HarmonyOS 4.3 | RedMagic OS 11.5 (Android 16) |
| Years of OS updates | — | 2 years |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
| Release year | 2025 | 2026 |
| Colour | Green | Silver |
| Dimensions | 27.2 x 18.4 x 0.7 cm | 20.7 x 0.7 x 13.4 cm |
| Weight | 555 g | — |
| Warranty | — | 1 years |
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Direct comparison questions
What is the difference in screen size between the Huawei MatePad 12 X 256GB and the Red Magic Astra 2 16GB?
Screen size is higher on the Huawei MatePad 12 X 256GB: 12 in vs 9.06 in on the Red Magic Astra 2 16GB. 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 Red Magic Astra 2 16GB?
Storage is higher on the Huawei MatePad 12 X 256GB: 256 GB vs 16 GB on the Red Magic Astra 2 16GB. 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 Red Magic Astra 2 16GB?
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 Red Magic Astra 2 16GB?
No difference here: cellular (SIM) is Yes on both.