Tablets · Samsung
Samsung Galaxy Tab Active5 5G 128GB- Screen size:
- 8 in
- Storage:
- 128 GB
- Reference price:
- SAR 1,621
Samsung Galaxy Tab Active5 5G 128GB vs Huawei MatePad 12 X 256GB: which one suits you?
The two differ in 11 of the specs we have recorded, and the Samsung Galaxy Tab Active5 5G 128GB is cheaper by SAR 783 (prices checked 11 Nov 2026).
Which one should you choose?
- Paying less: cheaper by SAR 783
- Lower weight: 433 g vs 555 g
- Larger screen size: 12 in vs 8 in
- More space for photos and apps (256 GB vs 128 GB)
- More memory for multitasking (12 GB vs 6 GB)
The deciding difference here: screen size and storage and price.
Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.
Tablets · Huawei
Huawei MatePad 12 X 256GB- Screen size:
- 12 in
- Storage:
- 256 GB
- Reference price:
- SAR 2,404
Key differences
Screen size
8 in✓ 12 inStorage
128 GB✓ 256 GBMemory (RAM)
6 GB✓ 12 GB
Specifications side by side
17 of 17 specs
Scroll the table sideways to see the rest.
| Spec | | |
|---|---|---|
| Reference price | SAR 1,621 | SAR 2,404 |
| Screen size | 8 in | ✓ 12 in |
| Storage | 128 GB | ✓ 256 GB |
| Memory (RAM) | 6 GB | ✓ 12 GB |
| Processor | Exynos 2200 | — |
| Battery capacity | 5,050 mAh | ✓ 10,100 mAh |
| Stylus support | Yes | Yes |
| Cellular (SIM) | Yes | Yes |
| Display type | LCD | LCD PaperMatte |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 2800 x 1840 |
| Screen refresh rate | — | 144 Hz |
| Operating system | Android | HarmonyOS 4.3 |
| Years of OS updates | 4 years | — |
| Connectivity | 3G, 4G, 5G | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
| Release year | 2024 | 2025 |
| Dimensions | 126.8L x 214W x 10.1Th centimeters cm | 27.2 x 18.4 x 0.7 cm |
| Weight | ✓ 433 g | 555 g |
| Colour | Green | Green |
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Direct comparison questions
What is the difference in screen size between the Samsung Galaxy Tab Active5 5G 128GB and the Huawei MatePad 12 X 256GB?
Screen size is higher on the Huawei MatePad 12 X 256GB: 12 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 Huawei MatePad 12 X 256GB?
Storage is higher on the Huawei MatePad 12 X 256GB: 256 GB vs 128 GB on the Samsung Galaxy Tab Active5 5G 128GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.
What is the difference in stylus support between the Samsung Galaxy Tab Active5 5G 128GB and the Huawei MatePad 12 X 256GB?
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 Huawei MatePad 12 X 256GB?
No difference here: cellular (SIM) is Yes on both.