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

The two differ in 6 of the specs we have recorded, and the Samsung Galaxy Tab S 11 128GB is cheaper by SAR 745 (prices checked 12 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 745
  • Larger screen refresh rate: 120 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • Lower weight: 469 g vs 616 g
  • Larger screen size: 13 in vs 11 in

The deciding difference here: screen size and screen refresh rate and price.

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

Key differences

  • Screen size

    11 in✓ 13 in
  • Display type

    AMOLEDIPS
  • Screen refresh rate

    ✓ 120 Hz60 Hz

Specifications side by side

17 of 17 specs

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Spec
SamsungSAR 3,244
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 11 128GB specs
AppleSAR 3,989
Apple iPad Air 13-inch specs
Reference priceSAR 3,244SAR 3,989
Screen size11 in✓ 13 in
Memory (RAM)12 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 iPad Air 13-inch?

Screen size is higher on the Apple iPad Air 13-inch: 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 iPad Air 13-inch?

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 iPad Air 13-inch?

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 iPad Air 13-inch?

No difference here: keyboard support is Yes on both.