Samsung Tab A 9+ 128GB vs Huawei MatePad 12 X 256GB: which one suits you?

The two differ in 7 of the specs we have recorded, and the Samsung Tab A 9+ 128GB is cheaper by SAR 1,129 (prices checked 11 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 1,129
  • Larger screen size: 12 in vs 8.7 in
  • More space for photos and apps (256 GB vs 128 GB)
  • More memory for multitasking (12 GB vs 8 GB)

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

    8.7 in✓ 12 in
  • Storage

    128 GB✓ 256 GB
  • Memory (RAM)

    8 GB✓ 12 GB

Specifications side by side

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Spec
SamsungSAR 1,274
Samsung Tab A 9+ 128GB specs
HuaweiSAR 2,404
Huawei MatePad 12 X 256GB specs
Reference priceSAR 1,274SAR 2,404
Screen size8.7 in✓ 12 in
Storage128 GB✓ 256 GB
Memory (RAM)8 GB✓ 12 GB
Battery capacity7,040 mAh✓ 10,100 mAh
Stylus supportYesYes
Cellular (SIM)YesYes

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in screen size between the Samsung Tab A 9+ 128GB and the Huawei MatePad 12 X 256GB?

Screen size is higher on the Huawei MatePad 12 X 256GB: 12 in vs 8.7 in on the Samsung Tab A 9+ 128GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in storage between the Samsung Tab A 9+ 128GB and the Huawei MatePad 12 X 256GB?

Storage is higher on the Huawei MatePad 12 X 256GB: 256 GB vs 128 GB on the Samsung Tab A 9+ 128GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in stylus support between the Samsung Tab A 9+ 128GB and the Huawei MatePad 12 X 256GB?

No difference here: stylus support is Yes on both.

What is the difference in cellular (SIM) between the Samsung Tab A 9+ 128GB and the Huawei MatePad 12 X 256GB?

No difference here: cellular (SIM) is Yes on both.