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Apple iPad Air 13-inch 2024 M2 vs Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra

Compare screen, performance, battery and accessories.

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01Selected Apple iPad Air 13-inch 2024 M2 12.9 inch screen. Apple M2 processor. 8 GB RAM in this version. Runs iPadOS. Bluetooth 5.3 connection. KSh 112,000Out of Stock	02 Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra About 120 Hz display refresh rate. About 14.6 inch screen. Mediatek Dimensity 9400+ (3 nm) processor. Storage: UFS. 11,600 mAh battery capacity. KSh 146,000In Stock Choose options

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iPad Air 13 M2 (2024)KSh 111,000

Apple iPad Air 13-inch M4 2026KSh 113,000

Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 PlusKSh 100,000

Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 UltraKSh 121,000

Xiaomi Pad 8 ProKSh 87,000

Alexa Tablet 12 Pro (2026)KSh 75,900

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Our quick verdict

Choose the Apple iPad Air 13-inch 2024 M2 if you want a sharper 264 ppi screen and a lighter build (617 g). Choose the Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra if you want more memory (16 GB RAM), a larger 14.6-inch screen and a brighter display (1,600 nits).

Display

Apple iPad Air 13-inch 2024 M2: 12.9 inch screen
Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra: About 14.6 inch screen

Performance

Apple iPad Air 13-inch 2024 M2: Apple M2 processor
Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra: Mediatek Dimensity 9400+ (3 nm) processor

Software

Apple iPad Air 13-inch 2024 M2: Runs iPadOS
Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra: Runs Android 16, One UI 8.5

Connections

Apple iPad Air 13-inch 2024 M2: Wi-Fi 6E support
Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra: Wi-Fi 7 support

Memory

Apple iPad Air 13-inch 2024 M2: 8 GB RAM
Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra: Up to 16 GB RAM

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Apple iPad Air 13-inch 2024 M2

Sharper screen: 264 ppi (vs 239 ppi).
Lighter: 617 g (vs 692 g).
Video output to a monitor over USB-C (DisplayPort).

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra

More memory: up to 16 GB RAM (vs 8 GB).
Larger 14.6-inch screen (vs 13-inch).
Brighter display: up to 1,600 nits (vs 600).
Newer Wi-Fi 7 (vs Wi-Fi 6E).
Newer Bluetooth 5.4 (vs 5.3).
Slimmer: 5.1 mm thick (vs 6.1 mm).

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Priority	Apple iPad Air 13-inch 2024 M2	Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra
Display	13-inch display, 264 ppi	14.6-inch OLED display, 120 Hz, 239 ppi
Performance	Apple M2 processor	Mediatek Dimensity 9400+ processor
Memory	8 GB RAM	Up to 16 GB RAM
Battery life	Up to 10 hours per charge	11,600 mAh battery
Weight	617 g	692 g
Connections	Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3	Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4
Software	iPadOS	Android 16
Battery capacity	36.59 Wh battery	11,600 mAh battery
Charging	Charging through USB-C using a power adapter or computer	45 W wired charging

Detailed comparison

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General

General specifications comparison
Specification	Apple iPad Air 13-inch 2024 M2	Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra
Brand	Apple	Samsung
Model	iPad Air 13-inch (M2, 2024)	Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra
Announced	2024	2025, September 04
Connectivity	Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), 2x2 MIMO, dual band; Bluetooth: Bluetooth 5.3; USB: USB-C with charging, DisplayPort and USB 3 data up to 10GbpsNo verified value available; this is an unknown authoring state, not a manufacturer-backed specification.	Mobile network: GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G; Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct; Bluetooth: 5.4, A2DP, LE; USB: USB Type-C 3.2, magnetic connector
Cameras	Rear: 12MP wide camera, f/1.8; Front: Landscape 12MP Ultra Wide front camera, f/2.0No verified value available; this is an unknown authoring state, not a manufacturer-backed specification.	Rear: 13 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/3.4", 1.0µm, AF 8 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide); Front: 12 MP, f/2.4, 120˚ (ultrawide)
Status	—	Available. Released 2025, September 04
Models	—	SM-X930, SM-X936B, SM-X936N, SM-X930N
SAR EU	—	0.80 W/kg (body)

Design

Design specifications comparison
Specification	Apple iPad Air 13-inch 2024 M2	Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra
Dimensions	280.6 x 214.9 x 6.1mm	326.3 x 208.5 x 5.1 mm (12.85 x 8.21 x 0.20 in)
Weight	617g (Wi-Fi); 618g (Wi-Fi + Cellular)	692 g or 695 g (1.53 lb)
Build materials	—	Glass front, aluminum frame, aluminum back
Frame reinforcement	—	Enhanced Armor Aluminum

Display

Display specifications comparison
Specification	Apple iPad Air 13-inch 2024 M2	Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra
Display	13-inch marketed size; 12.9 inches measured as a rectangle, with less viewable area	14.6 inches, 617.8 cm2 (~90.8% screen-to-body ratio); Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1000 nits (typ), 1600 nits (peak)
Screen resolution	2732 x 2048 pixels at 264ppi	1848 x 2960 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~239 ppi density)
Display protection	Fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating	—
Display features	Liquid Retina IPS display; P3 wide colour, True Tone, full lamination and antireflective coating; 600 nits; Apple Pencil Pro / USB-C support and hover	120Hz, HDR10+, 1000 nits (typ), 1600 nits (peak)

Performance

Performance specifications comparison
Specification	Apple iPad Air 13-inch 2024 M2	Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra
Processor	Apple M2	Mediatek Dimensity 9400+ (3 nm)
CPU	8 cores: 4 performance and 4 efficiency cores	Octa-core (1x3.63 GHz Cortex-X925 & 3x3.3 GHz Cortex-X4 & 4x2.4 GHz Cortex-A720)
GPU	9-core GPU	Immortalis-G925

Memory & Storage

Memory & Storage specifications comparison
Specification	Apple iPad Air 13-inch 2024 M2	Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra
RAM	8GB	12GB, 16GB
Storage	—	128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
Storage technology	—	UFS
Expandable storage	—	microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Internal	—	128GB 12GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 1TB 16GB RAM

Cameras

Cameras specifications comparison
Specification	Apple iPad Air 13-inch 2024 M2	Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra
Rear camera	12MP wide camera, f/1.8	13 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/3.4", 1.0µm, AF 8 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide)
Front camera	Landscape 12MP Ultra Wide front camera, f/2.0	12 MP, f/2.4, 120˚ (ultrawide)
Rear camera features	Autofocus with Focus Pixels, Smart HDR 4 and up to 5x digital zoom	LED flash, HDR, panorama
Rear camera video	4K at up to 60fps; 1080p slow motion at up to 240fps	4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps
Front camera features	Center Stage, Smart HDR 4 and Retina Flash	HDR
Front camera video	1080p at up to 60fps	4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
Specification	Apple iPad Air 13-inch 2024 M2	Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra
Battery	36.59Wh rechargeable lithium-polymer battery; up to 10 hours of Wi-Fi browsing/video, or up to 9 hours of cellular browsing on cellular models. Runtime varies with settings, usage and network.	Li-Po 11600 mAh
Charging	Charging through USB-C using a power adapter or computer	45W wired

Software

Software specifications comparison
Specification	Apple iPad Air 13-inch 2024 M2	Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra
Operating system	iPadOS	Android 16, One UI 8.5

Network

Network specifications comparison
Specification	Apple iPad Air 13-inch 2024 M2	Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra
Network	—	GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
SIM	—	Nano-SIM + eSIM (cellular model only)
2G bands	—	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands	—	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands	—	LTE
5G bands	—	SA/NSA/Sub6
Speed	—	HSPA, LTE, 5G - cellular model only

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
Specification	Apple iPad Air 13-inch 2024 M2	Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra
Bluetooth	Bluetooth 5.3	5.4, A2DP, LE
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), 2x2 MIMO, dual band	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Positioning	All models: digital compass, Wi-Fi and iBeacon; cellular models additionally provide GPS/GNSS	GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
USB	USB-C with charging, DisplayPort and USB 3 data up to 10Gbps	USB Type-C 3.2, magnetic connector
NFC	—	No
Radio	—	No

Durability

Durability specifications comparison
Specification	Apple iPad Air 13-inch 2024 M2	Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra
Water resistance	—	IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)

Features

Features specifications comparison
Specification	Apple iPad Air 13-inch 2024 M2	Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra
Sensors	Touch ID, three-axis gyroscope, accelerometer, barometer and ambient light sensor	Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Colors	—	Moonstone Gray, Platinum Silver
Additional features	—	Wireless Samsung DeX (desktop experience support)
Stylus support	—	Yes

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
Specification	Apple iPad Air 13-inch 2024 M2	Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra
Loudspeakers	Landscape stereo speakers	Yes, with stereo speakers (4 speakers)
3.5 mm headphone jack	—	No

Tests

Tests specifications comparison
Specification	Apple iPad Air 13-inch 2024 M2	Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra
Loudspeaker	—	-20.9 LUFS (Excellent)
Battery	—	Active use score 13:25h

EU label

EU label specifications comparison
Specification	Apple iPad Air 13-inch 2024 M2	Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra
Energy	—	Class G
Battery	—	94:51h endurance, 1200 cycles
Free fall	—	Class E
Repairability	—	Class C

Similarities

Both charge over USB-C.
Both have stereo speakers.
Both connect over Bluetooth.
Both use dual-band Wi-Fi.

In summary

Choose Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra for Android, a larger screen and more memory; Apple iPad Air 13-inch 2024 M2 combines iPadOS and a smaller, sharper screen.

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