iPad Air 11-inch (M4) vs Galaxy Tab S12+
UAE prices checked October 2026.
Quick answeriPad Air 11-inch (M4) is best for: Students and anyone who wants a serious iPad without Pro pricing.
Galaxy Tab S12+ is best for: Android users who want a premium tablet that still fits a normal bag.
Galaxy Tab S12+ is best for: Android users who want a premium tablet that still fits a normal bag.
Specs side by side
| iPad Air 11-inch (M4) | Galaxy Tab S12+ | |
|---|---|---|
| UAE price | From AED 2,999 | Check price |
| Official UAE warranty | Yes | Yes |
| Display | 11-inch Liquid Retina (IPS LCD) | 12.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz |
| Chip | Apple M4 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB, plus microSD |
| Rear cameras | 12MP wide | 13MP wide |
| Front camera | 12MP Center Stage (landscape) | 12MP ultra wide |
| Battery | Up to 10 hours web or video (Apple claim) | 10,600mAh, 45W charging |
| Weight | 464g (Wi-Fi) | 553g (Wi-Fi) |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 7; 5G models available | Wi-Fi 6E; 5G models available |
| Stylus | Apple Pencil Pro or Apple Pencil (USB-C), sold separately | S Pen included in the box |
| Durability | No water-resistance rating | IP68 |
| Software | iPadOS 27 | Android 17, One UI 9 |
Our take on each
iPad Air 11-inch (M4)
The iPad I recommend most. Get 256GB if you keep photos or videos on it.
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Galaxy Tab S12+
The sweet spot of Samsung's 2026 tablets. Compare it with the iPad Air: the Tab includes the pen, the iPad doesn't.
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