The Samsung costs a little more but gives you AMOLED 120 Hz, a stylus in the box and IP68 protection.
Short answer
Galaxy Tab S11 - Dynamic AMOLED 2X 120 Hz, S Pen included, IP68, 8400 mAh, 5.5 mm. iPad Air 11 (M4) - M4, iPadOS and a lower price.
Key differences
| Spec | Apple iPad Air 11-inch (M4) Wi-Fi | Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Wi-Fi |
|---|---|---|
| Chip | Apple M4 | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ |
| Display | 10.86", IPS LCD, 2360×1640, 60 Hz | 11", Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 2560×1600, 120 Hz |
| RAM / storage | 12/128 GB, 12/256 GB, 12/512 GB, 12/1024 GB | 12/128 GB, 12/256 GB, 12/512 GB |
| Rear cameras | 12 MP | 13 MP |
| Front | 12 MP | 12 MP |
| Battery | — | 8400 mAh |
| Charging | — | 45 W |
| Stylus | Apple Pencil Pro, Apple Pencil (USB-C) | S Pen (included) |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi |
| Speakers | stereo | 4 |
| Protection | — | IP68 |
| Thickness / weight | 6.1 mm / 464 g | 5.5 mm / 469 g |
| Price | current prices | current prices |
Specs come from the device pages on Smartphone.ua.
Chips
Apple M4 and MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ - both flagships.
Display
10.86" IPS 60 Hz vs 11" AMOLED 2560×1600 120 Hz.
Box and protection
An S Pen in the box and IP68 on the Samsung.
Verdict: who should buy which
- Screen, stylus, protection - Galaxy Tab S11.
- Apple's ecosystem and price - iPad Air 11 (M4).
FAQ
How much RAM?
12 GB on both.
How heavy are they?
464 and 469 g.
Which is cheaper?
The iPad Air 11 (M4).