Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra 512GB vs Apple iPad Air 1TB: which one suits you?

The two differ in 12 of the specs we have recorded, and the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra 512GB is cheaper by SAR 349 (prices checked 3 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 349
  • Larger screen size: 14.6 in vs 11 in
  • More memory for multitasking (12 GB vs 8 GB)
  • Bigger battery for longer sessions (11,200 mAh vs 7,606 mAh)
  • More space for photos and apps (1,024 GB vs 512 GB)
  • Lower weight: 460 g vs 732 g

The deciding difference here: screen size and storage and price.

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

Key differences

  • Screen size

    ✓ 14.6 in11 in
  • Storage

    512 GB✓ 1,024 GB
  • Memory (RAM)

    ✓ 12 GB8 GB

Specifications side by side

18 of 18 specs

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Spec
SamsungSAR 6,550
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra 512GB specs
AppleSAR 6,899
Apple iPad Air 1TB specs
Reference priceSAR 6,550SAR 6,899
Screen size✓ 14.6 in11 in
Storage512 GB✓ 1,024 GB
Memory (RAM)✓ 12 GB8 GB
ProcessorSnapdragon 8 Gen 2Apple M4
Battery capacity✓ 11,200 mAh7,606 mAh
Keyboard support—Yes
Stylus supportYesYes
Cellular (SIM)NoNo

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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 iPad Air 1TB?

Screen size is higher on the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra 512GB: 14.6 in vs 11 in on the Apple iPad Air 1TB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in processor between the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra 512GB and the Apple iPad Air 1TB?

Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra 512GB: Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; Apple iPad Air 1TB: 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 Ultra 512GB and the Apple iPad Air 1TB?

Storage is higher on the Apple iPad Air 1TB: 1,024 GB vs 512 GB on the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra 512GB. 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 iPad Air 1TB?

No difference here: stylus support is Yes on both.