Samsung Galaxy Tab Active5 5G 128GB vs Xiaomi Pad 7 256GB: 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 276 (prices checked 12 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 276
  • Lower weight: 433 g vs 510 g
  • Larger screen size: 8 in vs 7 in · slight difference
  • More space for photos and apps (256 GB vs 128 GB)
  • More memory for multitasking (12 GB vs 6 GB)
  • Bigger battery for longer sessions (8,850 mAh vs 5,050 mAh)

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 in7 in
  • Storage

    128 GB✓ 256 GB
  • Memory (RAM)

    6 GB✓ 12 GB

Specifications side by side

18 of 18 specs

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Spec
SamsungSAR 1,621
Samsung Galaxy Tab Active5 5G 128GB specs
XiaomiSAR 1,896
Xiaomi Pad 7 256GB specs
Reference priceSAR 1,621SAR 1,896
Screen size✓ 8 in7 in
Storage128 GB✓ 256 GB
Memory (RAM)6 GB✓ 12 GB
ProcessorExynos 2200Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3
Battery capacity5,050 mAh✓ 8,850 mAh
Stylus supportYes—
Keyboard support—Yes
Cellular (SIM)Yes—

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in screen size between the Samsung Galaxy Tab Active5 5G 128GB and the Xiaomi Pad 7 256GB?

Screen size is higher on the Samsung Galaxy Tab Active5 5G 128GB: 8 in vs 7 in on the Xiaomi Pad 7 256GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in processor between the Samsung Galaxy Tab Active5 5G 128GB and the Xiaomi Pad 7 256GB?

Samsung Galaxy Tab Active5 5G 128GB: Exynos 2200; Xiaomi Pad 7 256GB: Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.

What is the difference in storage between the Samsung Galaxy Tab Active5 5G 128GB and the Xiaomi Pad 7 256GB?

Storage is higher on the Xiaomi Pad 7 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 memory (RAM) between the Samsung Galaxy Tab Active5 5G 128GB and the Xiaomi Pad 7 256GB?

Memory (RAM) is higher on the Xiaomi Pad 7 256GB: 12 GB vs 6 GB on the Samsung Galaxy Tab Active5 5G 128GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.