Apple iPad Air 13 5G (2026) vs Motorola Edge 50 Pro: Which One Should You Buy?

Motorola Edge 50 Pro edges ahead with a BeastScore of 88.5/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Apple

Apple iPad Air 13 5G (2026)

Apple iPad Air 13 5G (2026)
87/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Motorola · 2024

Motorola Edge 50 Pro

Motorola Edge 50 Pro
89/ 100
Launch price$549
Head-to-head

Motorola Edge 50 Pro wins 2 of 5 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

Apple iPad Air 13 5G (2026)
Apple iPad Air 13 5G (2026)
2 wins
Motorola Edge 50 Pro
Motorola Edge 50 Pro
2 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraBatteryDisplayValue
Apple iPad Air 13 5G (2026)Motorola Edge 50 Pro
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeedMotorola Edge 50 Pro
    86
    90
  • CameraMotorola Edge 50 Pro
    80
    91
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieNot enough data
  • BatteryApple iPad Air 13 5G (2026)
    95
    82
  • DisplayTie
    94
    94
  • ConnectivityNot enough data
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueApple iPad Air 13 5G (2026)
    85
    80
Key differences
  • Apple iPad Air 13 5G (2026) has the bigger battery9,705 mAh vs 4,500 mAh
  • Motorola Edge 50 Pro has a smoother screen144 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • Apple iPad Air 13 5G (2026) has the bigger screen13" vs 6.67"
  • Apple iPad Air 13 5G (2026) has the faster chipApple M4 vs Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
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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 (+5,205 mAh)
  • ✓13" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy Motorola Edge 50 Pro
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.67" display at 144 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationApple iPad Air 13 5G (2026)Motorola Edge 50 Pro
1. Display & Screen
Screen typeAMOLEDpOLED
Screen Size13"6.67"
Resolution & DensityFHD+ / LTPO AMOLED 2400x1080 (394 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion144 Hz
BrightnessN/A2,000 nits peak
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Motorola Edge 50 Pro Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorApple M4 Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 (4nm)
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsNot listedAdreno 720
Operating SystemiOS Android 14
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage1024 GB256GB / 512GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Motorola Edge 50 Pro Wins Camera
Primary Cameraundefined MP, Triple Camera System50 MP, f/1.4, OIS, Sony LYT-700C
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)10 MP (3x optical zoom), f/2, OIS
Ultrawide CameraN/A13 MP, f/2.2
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lensundefined MP50 MP, f/2.2
7. Body & Dimensions
DimensionsN/A161.1 x 73 x 8.2 mm
WeightN/A186 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceNot listedIP68
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Apple iPad Air 13 5G (2026) Wins Battery
Battery Capacity9,705 mAh4,500 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingFast charging125W wired fast charging
Wireless ChargingNot listed15W wireless charging
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardNot listedWi-Fi 6E
BluetoothNot listed5.4
USB Port & SpeedNot listedUSB-C 3.2
NFCYesYes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch PricePrice on request$549
Our verdict

Motorola Edge 50 Pro wins — BeastScore 88.5/100

The Motorola Edge 50 Pro is the better pick for most people thanks to its smoother screen (144 Hz vs 120 Hz). The Apple iPad Air 13 5G (2026) is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (9,705 mAh vs 4,500 mAh).

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

Larger battery: 9,705 mAh vs 4,500 mAh · Larger display: 13" vs 6.67"

Buy Motorola Edge 50 Pro if you want

Optical telephoto zoom (1 telephoto lens) · Smoother display: 144 Hz vs 120 Hz

Common questions

Which is better: Apple iPad Air 13 5G (2026) or Motorola Edge 50 Pro?

The Motorola Edge 50 Pro is the better pick for most people thanks to its smoother screen (144 Hz vs 120 Hz). The Apple iPad Air 13 5G (2026) is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (9,705 mAh vs 4,500 mAh). BeastScore: Apple iPad Air 13 5G (2026) 87.4/100, Motorola Edge 50 Pro 88.5/100.

What are the main battery and display differences between Apple iPad Air 13 5G (2026) and Motorola Edge 50 Pro?

Apple iPad Air 13 5G (2026) has a 13-inch display and 9705 mAh battery. Motorola Edge 50 Pro has a 6.67-inch display and 4500 mAh battery.

How do Apple iPad Air 13 5G (2026) and Motorola Edge 50 Pro compare for speed?

Apple iPad Air 13 5G (2026) scores 86/100 for performance; Motorola Edge 50 Pro scores 90/100.

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