iPad (A16) vs Galaxy Tab A11+
UAE prices checked October 2026.
Quick answerThe Galaxy Tab A11+ is AED 1,150 cheaper at starting price.
iPad (A16) is best for: Kids, parents, streaming and school work.
Galaxy Tab A11+ is best for: Kids, YouTube, reading and video calls on a tight budget.
iPad (A16) is best for: Kids, parents, streaming and school work.
Galaxy Tab A11+ is best for: Kids, YouTube, reading and video calls on a tight budget.
Specs side by side
| iPad (A16) | Galaxy Tab A11+ | |
|---|---|---|
| UAE price | From AED 1,999 | From AED 849 |
| Official UAE warranty | Yes | Yes |
| Display | 11-inch Liquid Retina (IPS LCD), 500 nits | 11-inch LCD (1920 × 1200), 90Hz |
| Chip | A16 | MediaTek MT8775 |
| RAM | Not published by Apple | 6GB or 8GB |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB, plus microSD |
| Rear cameras | 12MP wide | 8MP |
| Front camera | 12MP Center Stage (landscape) | 5MP |
| Battery | Up to 10 hours web or video (Apple claim) | 7,040mAh, 25W charging; up to 15 hours video |
| Weight | 477g (Wi-Fi) | 477g |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 6; 5G models available | Wi-Fi 5; 5G models available |
| Stylus | Apple Pencil (USB-C) or 1st generation, sold separately | No S Pen support |
| Durability | No water-resistance rating | No water-resistance rating |
| Software | iPadOS 27 | Android 16, One UI 8 |
Our take on each
iPad (A16)
The sensible family iPad. If you want Apple Intelligence or plan to draw a lot, step up to the iPad Air.
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Galaxy Tab A11+
The tablet I suggest when the budget is under AED 1,000. Buy the UAE version so the warranty works here.
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