Tablets · Samsung
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra 512GB- Screen size:
- 14.6 in
- Storage:
- 512 GB
- Reference price:
- SAR 5,482
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra 512GB vs Apple 13-inch iPad Air (M4 2026) 256GB: which one suits you?
The two differ in 9 of the specs we have recorded, and the Apple 13-inch iPad Air (M4 2026) 256GB is cheaper by SAR 993 (prices checked 12 Nov 2026).
Bottom line: Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra 512GB — More space for photos and apps (512 GB vs 256 GB). Apple 13-inch iPad Air (M4 2026) 256GB — Bigger battery for longer sessions (9,705 mAh vs 7,370 mAh).
Which one should you choose?
- More space for photos and apps (512 GB vs 256 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 993
- Bigger battery for longer sessions (9,705 mAh vs 7,370 mAh)
- Lower weight: 616 g vs 860 g
The deciding difference here: storage and screen refresh rate and price.
Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.
Tablets · Apple
Apple 13-inch iPad Air (M4 2026) 256GB- Screen size:
- 13 in
- Storage:
- 256 GB
- Reference price:
- SAR 4,489
Key differences
Screen size
✓ 14.6 in13 inStorage
✓ 512 GB256 GBDisplay type
AMOLEDIPS
Specifications side by side
17 of 17 specs
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| Spec | | |
|---|---|---|
| Reference price | SAR 5,482 | SAR 4,489 |
| Screen size | ✓ 14.6 in | 13 in |
| Storage | ✓ 512 GB | 256 GB |
| Memory (RAM) | 12 GB | — |
| Processor | — | Apple M4 |
| Battery capacity | 7,370 mAh | ✓ 9,705 mAh |
| Keyboard support | — | Yes |
| Stylus support | Yes | Yes |
| Cellular (SIM) | Yes | Yes |
| Display type | AMOLED | IPS |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 2732 x 2048 |
| Screen refresh rate | ✓ 120 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Operating system | Android 13 | — |
| Years of OS updates | 4 years | — |
| Connectivity | 5G | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Release year | — | 2026 |
| Dimensions | 6L x 200W x 320Th millimeters cm | 28.06 x 21.49 x 0.61 cm |
| Weight | 860 g | ✓ 616 g |
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Direct comparison questions
What is the difference in screen size between the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra 512GB and the Apple 13-inch iPad Air (M4 2026) 256GB?
Screen size is higher on the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra 512GB: 14.6 in vs 13 in on the Apple 13-inch iPad Air (M4 2026) 256GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.
What is the difference in storage between the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra 512GB and the Apple 13-inch iPad Air (M4 2026) 256GB?
Storage is higher on the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra 512GB: 512 GB vs 256 GB on the Apple 13-inch iPad Air (M4 2026) 256GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.
What is the difference in stylus support between the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra 512GB and the Apple 13-inch iPad Air (M4 2026) 256GB?
No difference here: stylus support is Yes on both.
What is the difference in cellular (SIM) between the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra 512GB and the Apple 13-inch iPad Air (M4 2026) 256GB?
No difference here: cellular (SIM) is Yes on both.