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Apple iPad mini (2024) vs Galaxy S26+

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

Smartphone Battle
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Apple

Apple iPad mini (2024)

Apple iPad mini (2024)
84/ 100
Launch MSRPPricing on request
Samsung · 2026

Galaxy S26+

Galaxy S26+
84/ 100
Launch MSRP$1,099 USD
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Galaxy S26+ BETTER THAN Apple iPad mini (2024)?

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Apple iPad mini (2024)
Galaxy S26+Winner 🏆

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORApple iPadGalaxy S26+LEADER
Refresh Rate120Hz120Hz120Hz
Battery Capacity5,078 mAh4,900 mAh+5,078 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingStandard45W45W Max
Main Camera Sensor50 MP50 MP50 MP
Screen Display Size8.3"6.7"8.3"
Chassis WeightN/A190g190g Lightest
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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Apple iPad mini (2024):
  • ✓Larger 5,078 mAh battery capacity (+178 mAh more capacity)
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓8.3" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate
Reasons to buy Galaxy S26+:
  • ✓809g lighter chassis (190g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓$8900 lower launch MSRP ($1099 vs $9999)
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationApple iPad mini (2024)Galaxy S26+
1. Display & Screen🏆 Apple iPad mini (2024) Wins Display
Screen Type & TechAMOLEDDynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Screen Size8.3"6.7"
Resolution & DensityFHD+ / LTPO AMOLED 3120x1440 (513 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
BrightnessN/A2,600 nits peak
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Galaxy S26+ Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorApple A17 Pro High performance SoC
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemiOS Android 16
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB LPDDR12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage512 GB256GB / 512GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Galaxy S26+ Wins Camera
Primary Camera50 MP, Triple Camera System50 MP, f/1.8, OIS
Telephoto ZoomNone (Digital zoom only)10 MP (3x optical zoom), f/2.4, OIS
Ultrawide CameraN/A12 MP, f/2.2
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
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 Lens12 MP12 MP, f/2.2
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Galaxy S26+ Lightest Chassis
DimensionsN/A158.4 x 75.8 x 7.3 mm
WeightN/A190 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceNot certifiedIP68
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Apple iPad mini (2024) Wins Battery
Battery Capacity5,078 mAh4,900 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingFast charging45W wired fast charging
Wireless ChargingNot supported20W wireless charging
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-bandWi-Fi 7
BluetoothBluetooth 5.3+6.0
USB Port & SpeedUSB Type-CUSB-C 3.2
NFCYesYes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compassBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS via satellite (select markets)Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsStandard finishesStandard finishes
Launch PricePrice on request$1099
Editorial Lab Verdict

Galaxy S26+ edges ahead with a BeastScore of 84.3/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Galaxy S26+ ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 91/100 camera rating.

When to buy Apple iPad mini (2024):
Significantly larger display: 8.3" vs max 6.7" for media & multitasking
When to buy Galaxy S26+:
Higher overall BeastScore: 84.3 vs top rival 83.5 · Significantly faster wired charging: 45W vs max 0W
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Apple iPad mini (2024) vs Galaxy S26+

Which phone is better: Apple iPad mini (2024) or Galaxy S26+?

Galaxy S26+ leads with an overall BeastScore of 84.3/100 compared to Apple iPad mini (2024) (83.5/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 84.3 vs top rival 83.5 and Significantly faster wired charging: 45W vs max 0W.

What are the primary battery and display differences between Apple iPad mini (2024) and Galaxy S26+?

Apple iPad mini (2024) is equipped with a 8.3-inch display and 5078 mAh battery, while Galaxy S26+ features a 6.7-inch display and 4900 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Apple iPad mini (2024) and Galaxy S26+?

In lab hardware evaluations, Apple iPad mini (2024) scores 80/100 in camera performance, while Galaxy S26+ scores 91/100.

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