Based on our overall comparison score, Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra rates higher at 83/100 versus 58/100 for Apple iPad Air 13 M3 — a 25-point lead. Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra is the stronger overall pick, though the right choice still depends on which specs matter most to you; the full spec table above breaks down every difference.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra vs Apple iPad Air 13 M3
Verdict
Our overall take, at a glance
Key takeaways
- Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra leads Apple iPad Air 13 M3 overall by 33 points (81 vs 48 out of 100).
- Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra stands out on Display Size: 14.6 in, Display Type: Dynamic AMOLED 2X, Display Refresh Rate: 120 Hz.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra leads overall
Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra
81
Apple iPad Air 13 M3
48
Why it stands out
- Display Size: 14.6 in
- Display Type: Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Display Refresh Rate: 120 Hz
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Value for Money
Which is the better deal for the price
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra
Apple iPad Air 13 M3
Performance
Higher benchmark score = faster
Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra2,900,000
Apple iPad Air 13 M32,262,674
Benchmark score — a measured indicator of raw performance, not a guarantee of real-world speed.
Battery capacity
Larger cell — a hardware spec, not battery life
Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra11,600 mAh
Apple iPad Air 13 M39,705 mAh
Capacity is the raw battery size. Real-world battery life depends just as much on the processor, software and display.
Physical Comparison
Weigh them up, then compare real dimensions in 3D
Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 UltraApple iPad Air 13 M3
Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra is 76 g (12%) heavier than Apple iPad Air 13 M3.
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Detailed Specifications
The full spec sheet, side by side
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra vs Apple iPad Air 13 M3 comparison
Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra and Apple iPad Air 13 M3 are compared side by side above across every spec in the tablets category — including performance, features and design — each scored 0–100 so you can see exactly where one leads the other. Our overall scores are 83/100 for Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra and 58/100 for Apple iPad Air 13 M3.
At launch, Apple iPad Air 13 M3 was the more affordable option ($799) versus Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra ($1199). Weigh that against the overall scores (83/100 vs 58/100) and the value-for-money meter above to judge whether the higher-rated model justifies its price for your needs. Current retail prices vary — check the retailer.
If you want the higher-rated tablets option overall, Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra (83/100) edges out Apple iPad Air 13 M3 (58/100). But if Apple iPad Air 13 M3 is cheaper or stronger on the specific specs you care about, it can still be the better buy — use the spec table and strengths profile above to decide.