Tablets Head to head
iPad Air 11" (M4) vs Galaxy Tab S11
The iPad Air 11" (M4) leads on weight (Wi-Fi model). The Galaxy Tab S11 leads on pixel density, peak brightness and stylus in the box. They are level on base storage, memory (RAM) and works with a pressure stylus. At list price the iPad Air 11" (M4) is $251 cheaper.
Apple iPad Air 11-inch (M4) Wi-Fi 128GB
$749
Maker's list price, checked Oct 7, 2026
Model MH304LL/A
Leads on 1 of 7 specs
Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 128GB Wi-Fi
$999.99
Maker's list price, checked Oct 7, 2026
Model SM-X730NZAAXAR
Leads on 3 of 7 specs
Who leads on specs?
Counted on the 7 specs both makers publish.
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Choose the iPad Air 11" (M4) if
Weight (Wi-Fi model) matters more to you than the price difference.
Choose the Galaxy Tab S11 if
Pixel density, peak brightness and stylus in the box matter most.
Spec by spec
Every spec side by side. A tick and a green cell mark the better figure.
| Spec | iPad Air 11" (M4) | Galaxy Tab S11 | Who leads |
|---|---|---|---|
| List price | $749 | $999.99 | iPad Air 11" (M4) |
| Screen (diagonal) | 10.86 in | 11 in | For information |
| Pixel density | 264 ppi | 274 ppi | Galaxy Tab S11 |
| Refresh rate | Not listed | 120 Hz | Can’t compare: not listed |
| Peak brightness | 500 nits | 1,600 nits | Galaxy Tab S11 |
| Base storage | 128 GB | 128 GB | Level |
| Memory (RAM) | 12 GB | 12 GB | Level |
| Weight (Wi-Fi model) | 464 g | 469 g | iPad Air 11" (M4) |
| Works with a pressure stylus | Yes | Yes | Level |
| Stylus in the box | No | Yes | Galaxy Tab S11 |
| microSD slot | Not listed | Yes | Can’t compare: not listed |
| IP68 water and dust rated | Not listed | Yes | Can’t compare: not listed |
| Battery as listed | 28.93 Wh, up to 10 hr web or video | 8,400 mAh, up to 18 hr video | For information |
