Samsung Galaxy Tab S 11 128GB vs Apple 13-inch iPad Air (M4 2026) 128GB: which one suits you?

The two differ in 7 of the specs we have recorded, and the Samsung Galaxy Tab S 11 128GB is cheaper by SAR 1,535 (prices checked 12 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 1,535
  • More memory for multitasking (12 GB vs 8 GB)
  • Lower weight: 469 g vs 616 g
  • Larger screen size: 13 in vs 11 in

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

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

Key differences

  • Screen size

    11 in✓ 13 in
  • Memory (RAM)

    ✓ 12 GB8 GB
  • Display type

    AMOLEDLiquid Retina

Specifications side by side

17 of 17 specs

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Spec
SamsungSAR 3,244
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 11 128GB specs
AppleSAR 4,779
Apple 13-inch iPad Air (M4 2026) 128GB specs
Reference priceSAR 3,244SAR 4,779
Screen size11 in✓ 13 in
Memory (RAM)✓ 12 GB8 GB
Processor—Apple M4
Battery capacity—9,705 mAh
Cellular (SIM)—Yes
Storage128 GB128 GB
Stylus supportYesYes
Keyboard supportYesYes

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in screen size between the Samsung Galaxy Tab S 11 128GB and the Apple 13-inch iPad Air (M4 2026) 128GB?

Screen size is higher on the Apple 13-inch iPad Air (M4 2026) 128GB: 13 in vs 11 in on the Samsung Galaxy Tab S 11 128GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in storage between the Samsung Galaxy Tab S 11 128GB and the Apple 13-inch iPad Air (M4 2026) 128GB?

No difference here: storage is 128 GB on both.

What is the difference in stylus support between the Samsung Galaxy Tab S 11 128GB and the Apple 13-inch iPad Air (M4 2026) 128GB?

No difference here: stylus support is Yes on both.

What is the difference in keyboard support between the Samsung Galaxy Tab S 11 128GB and the Apple 13-inch iPad Air (M4 2026) 128GB?

No difference here: keyboard support is Yes on both.