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Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 vs Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026

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Samsung Galaxy Tab S11

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11

  • Screen: 2560 x 1600 pixels (WQXGA).
  • MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ processor.
  • 12 GB RAM in this version.
  • Bluetooth 5.4 connection.
  • 13 MP main camera.
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Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026

Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026

  • About 11 inch screen.
  • Apple M4 processor.
  • 12 GB RAM in this version.
  • 7,606 mAh battery capacity.
  • 28.93 Wh of stored energy.
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Our quick verdict

With the same 11-inch screen and 12 GB of RAM, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 runs Android, has a bigger battery (8,400 mAh) and an OLED screen with deeper blacks and is slimmer, while the Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026 runs iPadOS and offers video output to a monitor over USB-C and newer Wi-Fi 7.

Display

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11
2560 x 1600 pixels (WQXGA)
Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026
1640 x 2360 pixels (~264 ppi density)

Performance

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11
MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ processor
Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026
Apple M4 processor

Battery life

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11
Up to 18 hours per charge
Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026
7,606 mAh battery

Weight

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11
469 g
Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026
464 g

Connections

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11
Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.4
Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026
Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11

  • Bigger battery: 8,400 mAh (vs 7,606 mAh).
  • OLED display (vs LCD).
  • Slimmer: 5.5 mm thick (vs 6.1 mm).
  • Quad speakers.
  • Stereo speakers.
  • 120 Hz display.

Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026

  • Newer Wi-Fi 7 (vs Wi-Fi 6E).
  • Newer Bluetooth 6.0 (vs 5.4).
  • Video output to an external display over USB-C.
  • Video output to a monitor over USB-C (DisplayPort).

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PrioritySamsung Galaxy Tab S11Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026
Display11-inch OLED display, 120 Hz11-inch LCD display, 264 ppi
PerformanceMediaTek Dimensity 9400+ processorApple M4 processor
Battery lifeUp to 18 hours per charge7,606 mAh battery
Weight469 g464 g
SoftwareAndroid 16 / One UI 8 at launchiPadOS 26.3
Battery capacity8,400 mAh battery7,606 mAh battery

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Tab S11Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026
BrandSamsungApple
ModelGalaxy Tab S11 (11-inch)Apple iPad Air 11 (2026)
Announced20252026, March 02
ConnectivityWi-Fi: Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), 2.4GHz, 5GHz and 6GHz; local availability depends on network and regulations; Bluetooth: Bluetooth 5.4; USB: USB Type-C; USB 3.2 Gen 1Cellular+Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi
CamerasRear: 13MP; Front: 12MP ultra-wideRear: 12 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/3.0", 1.22μm, dual pixel PDAF Front: 12 MP, f/2.0, 122˚ (ultrawide)

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Tab S11Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026
Dimensions253.8 x 165.3 x 5.5mm247.6 x 178.5 x 6.1 mm (9.75 x 7.03 x 0.24 in)
Weight469g (Wi-Fi); 471g (5G)464 g (Wi-Fi) / 465 g (5G) (1.02 lb)
Build materialsArmor Aluminium construction—

Display

Display specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Tab S11Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026
Display11-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X; rounded corners reduce viewable area11.0 inches, 357.6 cm2 (~80.9% screen-to-body ratio); Liquid Retina IPS LCD, 500 nits (typ)
Screen resolution2560 x 1600 pixels (WQXGA)1640 x 2360 pixels (~264 ppi density)
Display featuresUp to 120Hz refresh rate; 1600-nit peak / 1000-nit HBM brightness; S Pen supportAnti-reflective coating
Display protection—Scratch-resistant glass, oleophobic coating, Mohs level 4

Performance

Performance specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Tab S11Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026
ProcessorMediaTek Dimensity 9400+Apple M4
CPUOcta-core; reference specifications list 3.73GHz, 3.3GHz and 2.4GHzOcta-core (4 performance cores and 4 efficiency cores)
GPU—Apple GPU (9-core graphics)

Memory & Storage

Memory & Storage specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Tab S11Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026
RAM12GB12GB
Expandable storagemicroSD expansion up to 2TB; card sold separately—
Storage—128GB, 256GB

Cameras

Cameras specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Tab S11Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026
Rear camera13MP—
Front camera12MP ultra-wide—
Rear camera featuresAutofocus and flashHDR
Rear camera videoUp to 4K (3840 x 2160) at 30fps—
Front camera features—HDR

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Tab S11Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026
Battery8400mAh typical; manufacturer rates up to 18 hours of wireless video playback under test conditionsLi-Po 7606 mAh (28.93 Wh)
ChargingUp to 45W wired charging with compatible equipment—

Software

Software specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Tab S11Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026
Operating systemAndroid 16 / One UI 8 at launch; installed software may differ after updatesiPadOS 26.3, upgradable to iPadOS 26.6

Network

Network specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Tab S11Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026
SIM—eSIM (cellular model only); no SIM on Wi-Fi-only models

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Tab S11Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026
BluetoothBluetooth 5.46.0, A2DP, LE
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), 2.4GHz, 5GHz and 6GHz; local availability depends on network and regulationsWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 dual-band, hotspot
USBUSB Type-C; USB 3.2 Gen 1USB Type-C 3.1 Gen2, DisplayPort, magnetic connector
NFC—No
Positioning—GPS, GLONASS (5G model only)
Radio—No

Durability

Durability specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Tab S11Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026
Water resistanceIP68 under manufacturer laboratory conditions; resistance is not permanent and can diminish—

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Tab S11Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026
SensorsAccelerometer, fingerprint sensor, gyroscope, geomagnetic sensor, Hall sensor and light sensorFingerprint (top-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, compass, barometer
Construction—Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame
Memory card slot—No
Rear video—4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps; gyro-EIS
Front video—1080p@25/30/60fps; gyro-EIS
Mobile network—Wi-Fi models: no cellular network; cellular models: GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
Speakers—Yes, with stereo speakers
Stylus support—Yes

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Tab S11Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026
LoudspeakersFour speakers—
3.5 mm headphone jack—No

Similarities

  • Both have 12 GB RAM.
  • Both charge over USB-C.
  • Both have 11-inch screens.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.
  • Both record 4K video.

In summary

For most buyers the Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 is the better buy; the Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026 makes sense if you want iPadOS.

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