OnePlus Pad 2 vs Apple iPad Air 13-inch: which one suits you?
The two differ in 8 of the specs we have recorded, and the Apple iPad Air 13-inch is cheaper by SAR 540 (prices checked 12 Nov 2026).
Which one should you choose?
Choose the
OnePlus Pad 2 if you care about:- More memory for multitasking (12 GB vs 8 GB)
- Larger screen refresh rate: 144 Hz vs 60 Hz
- Paying less: cheaper by SAR 540
- Larger screen size: 13 in vs 12.1 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
12.1 in✓ 13 inMemory (RAM)
✓ 12 GB8 GBDisplay type
IPS LCDIPS
Specifications side by side
17 of 17 specs
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| Spec | | |
|---|---|---|
| Reference price | SAR 5,489 | SAR 4,949 |
| Screen size | 12.1 in | ✓ 13 in |
| Memory (RAM) | ✓ 12 GB | 8 GB |
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Apple M4 |
| Battery capacity | 9,510 mAh | 9,705 mAh |
| Keyboard support | — | Yes |
| Storage | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| Stylus support | Yes | Yes |
| Cellular (SIM) | Yes | Yes |
| Display type | IPS LCD | IPS |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 2732 x 2048 |
| Screen refresh rate | ✓ 144 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Operating system | OxygenOS | — |
| Connectivity | USB | — |
| Release year | 2024 | 2026 |
| Colour | Grey | — |
| Dimensions | — | 28.06 x 21.49 x 0.61 cm |
| Weight | — | 616 g |
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Direct comparison questions
What is the difference in screen size between the OnePlus Pad 2 and the Apple iPad Air 13-inch?
Screen size is higher on the Apple iPad Air 13-inch: 13 in vs 12.1 in on the OnePlus Pad 2. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.
What is the difference in processor between the OnePlus Pad 2 and the Apple iPad Air 13-inch?
OnePlus Pad 2: Snapdragon 8 Gen 3; Apple iPad Air 13-inch: Apple M4. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.
What is the difference in storage between the OnePlus Pad 2 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 OnePlus Pad 2 and the Apple iPad Air 13-inch?
No difference here: stylus support is Yes on both.