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Galaxy Tab S11+ 256GB (Silver) · with Magic Keyboard — Dimensity 9400+ · 256GB · Silver
Samsung

Galaxy Tab S11+ 256GB (Silver) · with Magic Keyboard

Dimensity 9400+ · 256GB · Silver

87
/ 100
From $1,448
VS
iPad Air 13 (M2) · 256GB — 256GB · 2024
Apple

iPad Air 13 (M2) · 256GB

256GB · 2024

87
/ 100
From $999
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Galaxy Tab S11+ 256GB (Silver) · with Magic Keyboard lands at 87 and iPad Air 13 (M2) · 256GB at 87. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Galaxy Tab S11+ 256GB (Silver) · with Magic Keyboard if…

  • ✓Improved durability
  • ✓One UI 7.5 + Galaxy AI Gen 2
  • ✓S-Pen on Fold7

Pick iPad Air 13 (M2) · 256GB if…

  • ✓Portable creative canvas
  • ✓Strong SoC
  • ✓App ecosystem matures per year
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Display

Galaxy Tab S11+ 256GB (Silver) · with Magic Keyboard

Compared on the display sub-score

Galaxy Tab S11+ 256GB (Silver) · with Magic Keyboard leads on display (94 vs 85).

Performance

Tie

Compared on the performance sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Battery

Tie

Compared on the battery sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

iPad Air 13 (M2) · 256GB

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

iPad Air 13 (M2) · 256GB more score per dollar ($999 vs $1,448).

Galaxy Tab S11+ 256GB (Silver) · with Magic Keyboard 87
vs
87 iPad Air 13 (M2) · 256GB

Score breakdown

Galaxy Tab S11+ 256GB (Silver) · with Magic Keyboard
87
performance 87
display 94
battery 86
portability 80
software 84
iPad Air 13 (M2) · 256GB
87
performance 87
display 85
battery 86
portability 88
software 83

Specs side-by-side

Galaxy Tab S11+ 256GB (Silver) · with Magic Keyboard versus iPad Air 13 (M2) · 256GB — full spec comparison
Spec Galaxy Tab S11+ 256GB (Silver) · with Magic Keyboard iPad Air 13 (M2) · 256GB
Chipset
Dimensity 9400+
—
Storage
256GB
256GB
Color
Silver
—
Release year
2025
2024

Galaxy Tab S11+ 256GB (Silver) · with Magic Keyboard

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) · 256GB

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) · with Magic Keyboard vs iPad Air 13 (M2) · 256GB

Which is better, Galaxy Tab S11+ 256GB (Silver) · with Magic Keyboard or iPad Air 13 (M2) · 256GB? +

Both score 87 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Galaxy Tab S11+ 256GB (Silver) · with Magic Keyboard worth the price? +

At $1,448, Galaxy Tab S11+ 256GB (Silver) · with Magic Keyboard delivers a Specdex score of 87 — strongest in display.

Is iPad Air 13 (M2) · 256GB worth the price? +

At $999, iPad Air 13 (M2) · 256GB delivers a Specdex score of 87 — strongest in portability.

Does Galaxy Tab S11+ 256GB (Silver) · with Magic Keyboard or iPad Air 13 (M2) · 256GB 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.

Which is better for display, Galaxy Tab S11+ 256GB (Silver) · with Magic Keyboard or iPad Air 13 (M2) · 256GB? +

Galaxy Tab S11+ 256GB (Silver) · with Magic Keyboard — leads on display (94 vs 85). Compared on the display sub-score.

Which is the better value, Galaxy Tab S11+ 256GB (Silver) · with Magic Keyboard or iPad Air 13 (M2) · 256GB? +

iPad Air 13 (M2) · 256GB — more score per dollar ($999 vs $1,448). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.