Apple iPad (2025) vs Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G: Which One Should You Buy?

Apple iPad (2025) edges ahead with a BeastScore of 80.8/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Apple

Apple iPad (2025)

Apple iPad (2025)
81/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Samsung

Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G

Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G
82/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

Apple iPad (2025) wins 2 of 5 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

Apple iPad (2025)
Apple iPad (2025)
2 wins
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G
1 win
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraBatteryDisplayValue
Apple iPad (2025)Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeedSamsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G
    70
    79
  • CameraTie
    80
    80
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieNot enough data
  • BatteryApple iPad (2025)
    86
    80
  • DisplayApple iPad (2025)
    94
    89
  • ConnectivityNot enough data
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueTie
    85
    85
Key differences
  • Apple iPad (2025) has the bigger battery5,000 mAh vs 4,900 mAh
  • Apple iPad (2025) has the bigger screen11" vs 6.7"
  • Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G has more RAM8 GB vs 6 GB
  • Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G has the faster chipExynos 2500 vs Apple A16 Bionic
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy Apple iPad (2025)
  • ✓Bigger 5,000 mAh battery (+100 mAh)
  • ✓11" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G
  • ✓6.7" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationApple iPad (2025)Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G
1. Display & Screen🏆 Apple iPad (2025) Wins Display
Screen typeAMOLEDAMOLED
Screen Size11"6.7"
Resolution & DensityFHD+ / LTPO AMOLED FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz
BrightnessN/AN/A
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorApple A16 Bionic Exynos 2500
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsNot listedNot listed
Operating SystemiOS Android
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory6 GB LPDDR8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage512 GB512 GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Cameraundefined MP, Triple Camera Systemundefined MP, Triple Camera System
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)None (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide CameraN/AN/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lensundefined MPundefined MP
7. Body & Dimensions
DimensionsN/AN/A
WeightN/AN/A
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceNot listedNot listed
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Apple iPad (2025) Wins Battery
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh4,900 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingFast chargingFast charging
Wireless ChargingNot listedNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardNot listedNot listed
BluetoothNot listedNot listed
USB Port & SpeedNot listedNot listed
NFCYesYes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch PricePrice on requestPrice on request
Our verdict

Apple iPad (2025) wins — BeastScore 80.8/100

The Apple iPad (2025) is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (5,000 mAh vs 4,900 mAh) and bigger screen (11" vs 6.7"). The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G is worth a look if you prefer its more RAM (8 GB vs 6 GB).

Buy Apple iPad (2025) if you want

Larger display: 11" vs 6.7"

Buy Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G if you want

More RAM: 8 GB vs 6 GB

Common questions

Which is better: Apple iPad (2025) or Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G?

The Apple iPad (2025) is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (5,000 mAh vs 4,900 mAh) and bigger screen (11" vs 6.7"). The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G is worth a look if you prefer its more RAM (8 GB vs 6 GB). BeastScore: Apple iPad (2025) 80.8/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G 81.5/100.

What are the main battery and display differences between Apple iPad (2025) and Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G?

Apple iPad (2025) has a 11-inch display and 5000 mAh battery. Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G has a 6.7-inch display and 4900 mAh battery.

How do Apple iPad (2025) and Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G compare for speed?

Apple iPad (2025) scores 70/100 for performance; Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 5G scores 79/100.

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