Samsung Galaxy Tab Active5 5G 128GB vs Apple iPad Mini 2024 128GB: which one suits you?

The two differ in 9 of the specs we have recorded, and the Samsung Galaxy Tab Active5 5G 128GB is cheaper by SAR 851 (prices checked 13 Nov 2026).

Bottom line: Samsung Galaxy Tab Active5 5G 128GB — More memory for multitasking (6 GB vs 4 GB). Apple iPad Mini 2024 128GB — Lower weight: 297 g vs 433 g.

Which one should you choose?

  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 851
  • More memory for multitasking (6 GB vs 4 GB)
  • Lower weight: 297 g vs 433 g

The deciding difference here: memory (RAM) and weight and price.

Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.

Key differences

  • Screen size

    8 in8.3 in
  • Memory (RAM)

    ✓ 6 GB4 GB
  • Display type

    LCDLiquid Retina

Specifications side by side

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Spec
SamsungSAR 2,548
Samsung Galaxy Tab Active5 5G 128GB specs
AppleSAR 3,399
Apple iPad Mini 2024 128GB specs
Reference priceSAR 2,548SAR 3,399
Screen size8 in8.3 in
Memory (RAM)✓ 6 GB4 GB
ProcessorExynos 2200—
Battery capacity5,050 mAh5,078 mAh
Storage128 GB128 GB
Stylus supportYesYes
Cellular (SIM)YesYes

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in screen size between the Samsung Galaxy Tab Active5 5G 128GB and the Apple iPad Mini 2024 128GB?

Screen size is higher on the Apple iPad Mini 2024 128GB: 8.3 in vs 8 in on the Samsung Galaxy Tab Active5 5G 128GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in storage between the Samsung Galaxy Tab Active5 5G 128GB and the Apple iPad Mini 2024 128GB?

No difference here: storage is 128 GB on both.

What is the difference in stylus support between the Samsung Galaxy Tab Active5 5G 128GB and the Apple iPad Mini 2024 128GB?

No difference here: stylus support is Yes on both.

What is the difference in cellular (SIM) between the Samsung Galaxy Tab Active5 5G 128GB and the Apple iPad Mini 2024 128GB?

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