Apple iPad Air 13 5G (2026) vs vivo S20 Pro: 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
Vivo · 2024

vivo S20 Pro

vivo S20 Pro
87/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

Apple iPad Air 13 5G (2026) 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
vivo S20 Pro
vivo S20 Pro
1 win
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraBatteryDisplayValue
Apple iPad Air 13 5G (2026)vivo S20 Pro
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • Speedvivo S20 Pro
    86
    91
  • CameraTie
    80
    80
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieNot enough data
  • BatteryApple iPad Air 13 5G (2026)
    95
    91
  • DisplayApple iPad Air 13 5G (2026)
    94
    84
  • ConnectivityNot enough data
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueTie
    85
    85
Key differences
  • Apple iPad Air 13 5G (2026) has the bigger battery9,705 mAh vs 5,500 mAh
  • Apple iPad Air 13 5G (2026) has the bigger screen13" vs 6.67"
  • vivo S20 Pro has more RAM16 GB vs 12 GB
  • Apple iPad Air 13 5G (2026) has the faster chipApple M4 vs Dimensity 9300+
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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 (+4,205 mAh)
  • ✓13" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy vivo S20 Pro
  • ✓805 g lighter (194 g), easier to hold
  • ✓6.67" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationApple iPad Air 13 5G (2026)vivo S20 Pro
1. Display & Screen🏆 Apple iPad Air 13 5G (2026) Wins Display
Screen typeAMOLEDAMOLED
Screen Size13"6.67"
Resolution & DensityFHD+ / LTPO AMOLED FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED (460 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
BrightnessN/AN/A
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 vivo S20 Pro Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorApple M4 Dimensity 9300+
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsNot listedNot listed
Operating SystemiOS Android 15
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR16 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage1024 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/A194 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceNot listedIP64
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Apple iPad Air 13 5G (2026) Wins Battery
Battery Capacity9,705 mAh5,500 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 listedv5.4
USB Port & SpeedNot listedUSB Type-C 2.0
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 (+4,205 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 (+4,205 mAh more)

Buy vivo S20 Pro if you want

Significantly faster wired charging: 90W vs max 0W · More system memory: 16GB RAM vs max 12GB

Common questions

Which is better: Apple iPad Air 13 5G (2026) or vivo S20 Pro?

Apple iPad Air 13 5G (2026) leads with an overall BeastScore of 87.4/100 compared to vivo S20 Pro (86.6/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 87.4 vs top rival 86.6 and Larger battery capacity: 9,705 mAh (+4,205 mAh more).

What are the main battery and display differences between Apple iPad Air 13 5G (2026) and vivo S20 Pro?

Apple iPad Air 13 5G (2026) has a 13-inch display and 9705 mAh battery. vivo S20 Pro has a 6.67-inch display and 5500 mAh battery.

How do Apple iPad Air 13 5G (2026) and vivo S20 Pro compare for speed?

Apple iPad Air 13 5G (2026) scores 86/100 for performance; vivo S20 Pro scores 91/100.

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