Tablets · Samsung
Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 5 128GB- Screen size:
- 8 in
- Storage:
- 128 GB
- Reference price:
- SAR 2,296
Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 5 128GB vs Apple iPad mini 256GB: which one suits you?
The two differ in 9 of the specs we have recorded, and the Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 5 128GB is cheaper by SAR 803 (prices checked 25 Oct 2026).
Which one should you choose?
- Paying less: cheaper by SAR 803
- More memory for multitasking (6 GB vs 4 GB)
Choose the
Apple iPad mini 256GB if you care about:- More space for photos and apps (256 GB vs 128 GB)
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
8 in8.3 inStorage
128 GB✓ 256 GBMemory (RAM)
✓ 6 GB4 GB
Specifications side by side
16 of 16 specs
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| Spec | | |
|---|---|---|
| Reference price | SAR 2,296 | SAR 3,099 |
| Screen size | 8 in | 8.3 in |
| Storage | 128 GB | ✓ 256 GB |
| Memory (RAM) | ✓ 6 GB | 4 GB |
| Processor | Exynos 1380 | — |
| Battery capacity | 5,050 mAh | 5,078 mAh |
| Stylus support | Yes | Yes |
| Cellular (SIM) | Yes | Yes |
| Display type | AMOLED | IPS |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 2266 x 1488 |
| Operating system | Android 14 | iPadOS |
| Screen refresh rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Connectivity | USB | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
| Release year | — | 2024 |
| Colour | Green | — |
| Dimensions | 21.4 x 12.7 x 1 cm | 19.54 x 13.48 x 0.63 cm |
| Weight | — | 293 g |
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Direct comparison questions
What is the difference in screen size between the Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 5 128GB and the Apple iPad mini 256GB?
Screen size is higher on the Apple iPad mini 256GB: 8.3 in vs 8 in on the Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 5 128GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.
What is the difference in storage between the Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 5 128GB and the Apple iPad mini 256GB?
Storage is higher on the Apple iPad mini 256GB: 256 GB vs 128 GB on the Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 5 128GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.
What is the difference in stylus support between the Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 5 128GB and the Apple iPad mini 256GB?
No difference here: stylus support is Yes on both.
What is the difference in cellular (SIM) between the Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 5 128GB and the Apple iPad mini 256GB?
No difference here: cellular (SIM) is Yes on both.