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

The two differ in 9 of the specs we have recorded, and the Samsung Tab S10 FE 256GB is cheaper by SAR 2,650 (prices checked 12 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 2,650
  • More memory for multitasking (12 GB vs 8 GB)
  • Larger screen refresh rate: 90 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • Larger screen size: 13 in vs 10.9 in
  • Lower weight: 616 g vs 730 g

The deciding difference here: screen size and memory (RAM) and price.

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

Key differences

  • Screen size

    10.9 in✓ 13 in
  • Memory (RAM)

    ✓ 12 GB8 GB
  • Display type

    TFTIPS

Specifications side by side

19 of 19 specs

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Spec
SamsungSAR 2,299
Samsung Tab S10 FE 256GB specs
AppleSAR 4,949
Apple iPad Air 13-inch specs
Reference priceSAR 2,299SAR 4,949
Screen size10.9 in✓ 13 in
Memory (RAM)✓ 12 GB8 GB
ProcessorExynos 1580Apple M4
Battery capacity—9,705 mAh
Keyboard support—Yes
Storage256 GB256 GB
Stylus supportYesYes
Cellular (SIM)YesYes

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Direct comparison questions

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

Screen size is higher on the Apple iPad Air 13-inch: 13 in vs 10.9 in on the Samsung Tab S10 FE 256GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

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

Samsung Tab S10 FE 256GB: Exynos 1580; 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 Tab S10 FE 256GB and the Apple iPad Air 13-inch?

No difference here: storage is 256 GB on both.

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

No difference here: stylus support is Yes on both.