Samsung
Galaxy Tab S11+ 256GB (Silver)
Dimensity 9400+ · 256GB · Silver
87
/ 100
From $1,099
VS
Apple
iPad Air 13 (M2) · 128GB
128GB · 2024
87
/ 100
From $899
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Galaxy Tab S11+ 256GB (Silver) lands at 87 and iPad Air 13 (M2) · 128GB at 87. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Galaxy Tab S11+ 256GB (Silver) if…
- ✓Improved durability
- ✓One UI 7.5 + Galaxy AI Gen 2
- ✓S-Pen on Fold7
Pick iPad Air 13 (M2) · 128GB if…
- ✓Portable creative canvas
- ✓Strong SoC
- ✓App ecosystem matures per year
Galaxy Tab S11+ 256GB (Silver) 87
vs 87 iPad Air 13 (M2) · 128GB
Score breakdown
Galaxy Tab S11+ 256GB (Silver)
87 performance 87
display 94
battery 86
portability 80
software 84
iPad Air 13 (M2) · 128GB
87 performance 87
display 85
battery 86
portability 88
software 83
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Galaxy Tab S11+ 256GB (Silver) | iPad Air 13 (M2) · 128GB |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Dimensity 9400+ | — |
| Storage | ▲ 256GB | 128GB |
| Color | Silver | — |
| Release year | 2025 | 2024 |
Galaxy Tab S11+ 256GB (Silver)
Pros
- +Improved durability
- +One UI 7.5 + Galaxy AI Gen 2
- +S-Pen on Fold7
Cons
- −Crease still visible
- −Premium pricing
- −Inner display can scratch
iPad Air 13 (M2) · 128GB
Pros
- +Portable creative canvas
- +Strong SoC
- +App ecosystem matures per year
Cons
- −Keyboard/pen extra cost
- −RAM often soldered
- −Mid-tier cameras
FAQ: Galaxy Tab S11+ 256GB (Silver) vs iPad Air 13 (M2) · 128GB
Which is better, Galaxy Tab S11+ 256GB (Silver) or iPad Air 13 (M2) · 128GB? +
Both score 87 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Galaxy Tab S11+ 256GB (Silver) worth the price? +
At $1,099, Galaxy Tab S11+ 256GB (Silver) delivers a Specdex score of 87 — strongest in display.
Is iPad Air 13 (M2) · 128GB worth the price? +
At $899, iPad Air 13 (M2) · 128GB delivers a Specdex score of 87 — strongest in portability.
Does Galaxy Tab S11+ 256GB (Silver) or iPad Air 13 (M2) · 128GB last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.