Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra 256GB vs Apple iPad Air 13-inch: which one suits you?

The two differ in 10 of the specs we have recorded, and the Apple iPad Air 13-inch is cheaper by SAR 856 (prices checked 12 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • More space for photos and apps (256 GB vs 128 GB)
  • Larger screen refresh rate: 120 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • Larger screen size: 14.6 in vs 13 in · slight difference
  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 856
  • Lower weight: 616 g vs 718 g · slight difference

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

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

Key differences

  • Screen size

    ✓ 14.6 in13 in
  • Storage

    ✓ 256 GB128 GB
  • Display type

    AMOLEDIPS

Specifications side by side

17 of 17 specs

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Spec
SamsungSAR 4,845
Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra 256GB specs
AppleSAR 3,989
Apple iPad Air 13-inch specs
Reference priceSAR 4,845SAR 3,989
Screen size✓ 14.6 in13 in
Storage✓ 256 GB128 GB
Memory (RAM)12 GB—
ProcessorDimensity 9300Apple M4
Battery capacity—9,705 mAh
Keyboard support—Yes
Stylus supportYesYes
Cellular (SIM)YesYes

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in screen size between the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra 256GB and the Apple iPad Air 13-inch?

Screen size is higher on the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra 256GB: 14.6 in vs 13 in on the Apple iPad Air 13-inch. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in processor between the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra 256GB and the Apple iPad Air 13-inch?

Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra 256GB: Dimensity 9300; Apple iPad Air 13-inch: Apple M4. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.

What is the difference in storage between the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra 256GB and the Apple iPad Air 13-inch?

Storage is higher on the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra 256GB: 256 GB vs 128 GB on the Apple iPad Air 13-inch. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in stylus support between the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra 256GB and the Apple iPad Air 13-inch?

No difference here: stylus support is Yes on both.