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Apple iPad Air 13 5G (2026) vs Honor Play 50 Plus: Which One Should You Buy?

Apple iPad Air 13 5G (2026) edges ahead with a BeastScore of 87.4/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

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Apple

Apple iPad Air 13 5G (2026)

Apple iPad Air 13 5G (2026)
87/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Honor · 2023

Honor Play 50 Plus

Honor Play 50 Plus
87/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

Apple iPad Air 13 5G (2026) wins 1 of 5 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

Apple iPad Air 13 5G (2026)
Apple iPad Air 13 5G (2026)
1 win
Honor Play 50 Plus
Honor Play 50 Plus
0 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraBatteryDisplayValue
Apple iPad Air 13 5G (2026)Honor Play 50 Plus
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeedTie
    86
    86
  • CameraTie
    80
    80
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieNot enough data
  • BatteryTie
    95
    95
  • DisplayApple iPad Air 13 5G (2026)
    94
    89
  • ConnectivityNot enough data
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueTie
    85
    85
Key differences
  • Apple iPad Air 13 5G (2026) has the bigger battery9,705 mAh vs 6,000 mAh
  • Apple iPad Air 13 5G (2026) has the bigger screen13" vs 6.8"
  • Apple iPad Air 13 5G (2026) has the faster chipApple M4 vs Dimensity 6020
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy Apple iPad Air 13 5G (2026)
  • ✓Bigger 9,705 mAh battery (+3,705 mAh)
  • ✓13" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy Honor Play 50 Plus
  • ✓800 g lighter (199 g), easier to hold
  • ✓6.8" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationApple iPad Air 13 5G (2026)Honor Play 50 Plus
1. Display & Screen🏆 Apple iPad Air 13 5G (2026) Wins Display
Screen typeAMOLEDTFT LCD, 90Hz, 850 nits (peak)
Screen Size13"6.8"
Resolution & DensityFHD+ / LTPO AMOLED FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
BrightnessN/AN/A
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorApple M4 Dimensity 6020
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsNot listedNot listed
Operating SystemiOS Android 13
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage1024 GB256 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/A199 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceNot listedNot listed
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity9,705 mAh6,000 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 listedWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
BluetoothNot listed5.1, A2DP, LE
USB Port & SpeedNot listedUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
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 Air 13 5G (2026) wins — BeastScore 87.4/100

After comparing all the specs, Apple iPad Air 13 5G (2026) is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Higher overall BeastScore: 87.4 vs top rival 86.6 and Larger battery capacity: 9,705 mAh (+3,705 mAh more).

Buy Apple iPad Air 13 5G (2026) if you want

Higher overall BeastScore: 87.4 vs top rival 86.6 · Larger battery capacity: 9,705 mAh (+3,705 mAh more)

Buy Honor Play 50 Plus if you want

Lighter body: 199g (800g lighter in hand)

Common questions

Which is better: Apple iPad Air 13 5G (2026) or Honor Play 50 Plus?

Apple iPad Air 13 5G (2026) leads with an overall BeastScore of 87.4/100 compared to Honor Play 50 Plus (86.6/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 87.4 vs top rival 86.6 and Larger battery capacity: 9,705 mAh (+3,705 mAh more).

What are the main battery and display differences between Apple iPad Air 13 5G (2026) and Honor Play 50 Plus?

Apple iPad Air 13 5G (2026) has a 13-inch display and 9705 mAh battery. Honor Play 50 Plus has a 6.8-inch display and 6000 mAh battery.

How do Apple iPad Air 13 5G (2026) and Honor Play 50 Plus compare for speed?

Apple iPad Air 13 5G (2026) scores 86/100 for performance; Honor Play 50 Plus scores 86/100.

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