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Galaxy S26+ vs Apple iPad Air 13 (2024)

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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Samsung · 2026

Galaxy S26+

Galaxy S26+
84/ 100
Launch MSRP$1,099 USD
Apple

Apple iPad Air 13 (2024)

Apple iPad Air 13 (2024)
85/ 100
Launch MSRPPricing on request
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Apple iPad Air 13 (2024) BETTER THAN Galaxy S26+?

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Galaxy S26+
Apple iPad Air 13 (2024)Winner 🏆

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORGalaxy S26+Apple iPadLEADER
Refresh Rate120Hz120Hz120Hz
Battery Capacity4,900 mAh9,705 mAh+9,705 mAh
Wired Fast Charging45WStandard45W Max
Main Camera Sensor50 MP50 MP50 MP
Screen Display Size6.7"13"13"
Chassis Weight190gN/A190g Lightest
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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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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
Reasons to buy Apple iPad Air 13 (2024):
  • ✓Larger 9,705 mAh battery capacity (+4,805 mAh more capacity)
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓13" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationGalaxy S26+Apple iPad Air 13 (2024)
1. Display & Screen🏆 Apple iPad Air 13 (2024) Wins Display
Screen Type & TechDynamic LTPO AMOLED 2XAMOLED
Screen Size6.7"13"
Resolution & Density3120x1440 (513 ppi)FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness2,600 nits peakN/A
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Galaxy S26+ Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC Apple M2
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 16iOS
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256GB / 512GB1024 GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Galaxy S26+ Wins Camera
Primary Camera50 MP, f/1.8, OIS50 MP, Triple Camera System
Telephoto Zoom10 MP (3x optical zoom), f/2.4, OISNone (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera12 MP, f/2.2N/A
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 MP, f/2.212 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Galaxy S26+ Lightest Chassis
Dimensions158.4 x 75.8 x 7.3 mmN/A
Weight190 gN/A
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceIP68Not certified
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Apple iPad Air 13 (2024) Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,900 mAh9,705 mAh
Wired Fast Charging45W wired fast chargingFast charging
Wireless Charging20W wireless chargingNot supported
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 7Wi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-band
Bluetooth6.0Bluetooth 5.3+
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.2USB Type-C
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes
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 Price$1099Price on request
Editorial Lab Verdict

Apple iPad Air 13 (2024) edges ahead with a BeastScore of 85.3/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Apple iPad Air 13 (2024) ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its Apple M2 architecture and verified 80/100 camera rating.

When to buy Galaxy S26+:
Significantly faster wired charging: 45W vs max 0W · Dedicated optical telephoto zoom (1 lens system)
When to buy Apple iPad Air 13 (2024):
Higher overall BeastScore: 85.3 vs top rival 84.3 · Larger battery capacity: 9,705 mAh (+4,805 mAh more)
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Galaxy S26+ vs Apple iPad Air 13 (2024)

Which phone is better: Galaxy S26+ or Apple iPad Air 13 (2024)?

Apple iPad Air 13 (2024) leads with an overall BeastScore of 85.3/100 compared to Galaxy S26+ (84.3/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 85.3 vs top rival 84.3 and Larger battery capacity: 9,705 mAh (+4,805 mAh more).

What are the primary battery and display differences between Galaxy S26+ and Apple iPad Air 13 (2024)?

Galaxy S26+ is equipped with a 6.7-inch display and 4900 mAh battery, while Apple iPad Air 13 (2024) features a 13-inch display and 9705 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Galaxy S26+ and Apple iPad Air 13 (2024)?

In lab hardware evaluations, Galaxy S26+ scores 91/100 in camera performance, while Apple iPad Air 13 (2024) scores 80/100.

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