Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE+ 256GB vs Apple 13-inch iPad Air (M4 2026) 256GB: which one suits you?

The two differ in 10 of the specs we have recorded, and the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE+ 256GB is cheaper by SAR 383 (prices checked 12 Nov 2026).

Bottom line: Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE+ 256GB — Larger screen refresh rate: 90 Hz vs 60 Hz. Apple 13-inch iPad Air (M4 2026) 256GB — no clear lead in the recorded specs.

Which one should you choose?

  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 383
  • Larger screen refresh rate: 90 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • No clear lead in the recorded specs; design or brand preference may decide.

The deciding difference here: screen refresh rate and price.

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

Key differences

  • Screen size

    12.4 in13 in
  • Display type

    LCDIPS
  • Resolution

    2560 x 16002732 x 2048

Specifications side by side

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Spec
SamsungSAR 4,106
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE+ 256GB specs
AppleSAR 4,489
Apple 13-inch iPad Air (M4 2026) 256GB specs
Reference priceSAR 4,106SAR 4,489
Screen size12.4 in13 in
Memory (RAM)8 GB—
ProcessorExynos 1380Apple M4
Battery capacity10,090 mAh9,705 mAh
Storage256 GB256 GB
Stylus supportYesYes
Keyboard supportYesYes
Cellular (SIM)YesYes

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in screen size between the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE+ 256GB and the Apple 13-inch iPad Air (M4 2026) 256GB?

Screen size is higher on the Apple 13-inch iPad Air (M4 2026) 256GB: 13 in vs 12.4 in on the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE+ 256GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in processor between the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE+ 256GB and the Apple 13-inch iPad Air (M4 2026) 256GB?

Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE+ 256GB: Exynos 1380; Apple 13-inch iPad Air (M4 2026) 256GB: 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 S9 FE+ 256GB and the Apple 13-inch iPad Air (M4 2026) 256GB?

No difference here: storage is 256 GB on both.

What is the difference in stylus support between the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE+ 256GB and the Apple 13-inch iPad Air (M4 2026) 256GB?

No difference here: stylus support is Yes on both.