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Apple iPad Air (2022) vs Galaxy A57 5G

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing display brightness, chipset benchmark percentiles, multi-camera arrays, battery capacity, and charging speeds.

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Apple iPad Air (2022)

85/ 100

Launch MSRPPricing on request

Samsung · 2026

Galaxy A57 5G

85/ 100

Launch MSRP$549 USD

WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Apple iPad Air (2022) BETTER THAN Galaxy A57 5G?

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Apple iPad Air (2022)Winner 🏆

Galaxy A57 5G

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

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SPEC FACTOR	Apple iPad	Galaxy A57	LEADER
Refresh Rate	120Hz	120Hz	120Hz
Battery Capacity	7,600 mAh	5,000 mAh	+7,600 mAh
Wired Fast Charging	Standard	45W	45W Max
Main Camera Sensor	50 MP	50 MP	50 MP
Screen Display Size	10.9"	6.7"	10.9"
Chassis Weight	N/A	179g	179g Lightest

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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Apple iPad Air (2022):

✓Larger 7,600 mAh battery capacity (+2,600 mAh more capacity)
✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
✓10.9" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

Reasons to buy Galaxy A57 5G:

✓820g lighter chassis (179g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
✓$9450 lower launch MSRP ($549 vs $9999)
✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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Specification	Apple iPad Air (2022)	Galaxy A57 5G
1. Display & Screen🏆 Apple iPad Air (2022) Wins Display
Screen Type & Tech	AMOLED	Super AMOLED
Screen Size	10.9"	6.7"
Resolution & Density	FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED	2340x1080 (385 ppi)
Refresh Rate	120 Hz ProMotion	120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness	N/A	1,900 nits peak
Screen Protection	Scratch-resistant glass	Scratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Galaxy A57 5G Wins Performance
Chipset / Processor	Apple M1	High performance SoC
CPU Cores	Multi-core high performance	Multi-core high performance
GPU Graphics	Integrated Graphics	Integrated Graphics
Operating System	iOS	Android 16
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory	8 GB LPDDR	8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage	256 GB	128GB / 256GB
Storage Speed	High-speed flash	High-speed flash
Card Slot	No	No
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Galaxy A57 5G Wins Camera
Primary Camera	50 MP, Triple Camera System	50 MP, f/1.8, OIS
Telephoto Zoom	None (Digital zoom only)	None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera	N/A	8 MP, f/2.2
LiDAR / Depth	None	None
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video	4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR	4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
Front Video	4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS	4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens	12 MP	12 MP, f/2.2
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Galaxy A57 5G Lightest Chassis
Dimensions	N/A	161.7 x 76.7 x 6.9 mm
Weight	N/A	179 g
Build Materials	Glass front, metal/glass frame	Glass front, metal/glass frame
SIM Type	Nano-SIM / eSIM support	Nano-SIM / eSIM support
Water Resistance	Not certified	IP67
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Apple iPad Air (2022) Wins Battery
Battery Capacity	7,600 mAh	5,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging	Fast charging	45W wired fast charging
Wireless Charging	Not supported	Not supported
Reverse Charging	Reverse wireless charging	Reverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
Loudspeaker	Stereo speakers	Stereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone Jack	No	No
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi Standard	Wi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-band	Wi-Fi 6
Bluetooth	Bluetooth 5.3+	5.3
USB Port & Speed	USB Type-C	USB-C 2.0
NFC	Yes	Yes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
Sensors	Biometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass	Biometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite Features	Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)	Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
Colors	Standard finishes	Standard finishes
Launch Price	Price on request	$549

Editorial Lab Verdict

Apple iPad Air (2022) edges ahead with a BeastScore of 85.3/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Apple iPad Air (2022) ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its Apple M1 architecture and verified 80/100 camera rating.

When to buy Apple iPad Air (2022):

Higher overall BeastScore: 85.3 vs top rival 84.8 · Larger battery capacity: 7,600 mAh (+2,600 mAh more)

When to buy Galaxy A57 5G:

Significantly faster wired charging: 45W vs max 0W · Brighter screen: 1,900 nits peak vs 0 nits

Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Apple iPad Air (2022) vs Galaxy A57 5G

Which phone is better: Apple iPad Air (2022) or Galaxy A57 5G?

Apple iPad Air (2022) leads with an overall BeastScore of 85.3/100 compared to Galaxy A57 5G (84.8/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 85.3 vs top rival 84.8 and Larger battery capacity: 7,600 mAh (+2,600 mAh more).

What are the primary battery and display differences between Apple iPad Air (2022) and Galaxy A57 5G?

Apple iPad Air (2022) is equipped with a 10.9-inch display and 7600 mAh battery, while Galaxy A57 5G features a 6.7-inch display and 5000 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Apple iPad Air (2022) and Galaxy A57 5G?

In lab hardware evaluations, Apple iPad Air (2022) scores 80/100 in camera performance, while Galaxy A57 5G scores 88/100.

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WHY IS Apple iPad Air (2022) BETTER THAN Galaxy A57 5G?

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

Apple iPad Air (2022) edges ahead with a BeastScore of 85.3/100

Frequently Asked Questions: Apple iPad Air (2022) vs Galaxy A57 5G

Which phone is better: Apple iPad Air (2022) or Galaxy A57 5G?

What are the primary battery and display differences between Apple iPad Air (2022) and Galaxy A57 5G?

How do the camera capabilities compare between Apple iPad Air (2022) and Galaxy A57 5G?

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