Apple iPad mini (A20 Pro) vs Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra

Updated Nov 2026 · Scored by the Let’s Compare Data Engine · How we score

Verdict

Key takeaways

  • Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra and Apple iPad mini (A20 Pro) are closely matched overall (within 3 points).
  • Key differences: peak brightness, where Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra is 400 nits brighter; display size, where Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra has 14.6 vs 8.5 in; chipset, where Apple iPad mini (A20 Pro) has Apple A20 Pro vs MediaTek Dimensity 9500; weight, where Apple iPad mini (A20 Pro) is 437 g lighter.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra and Apple iPad mini (A20 Pro) are closely matched
Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra · 87 overall, #2 of 46
76
Apple iPad mini (A20 Pro) · 91 overall, #1 of 46
73
Key differences
  • Peak BrightnessSamsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra 400 nits brighter
  • Display SizeSamsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra 14.6 vs 8.5 in
  • ChipsetApple iPad mini (A20 Pro) Apple A20 Pro vs MediaTek Dimensity 9500
  • WeightApple iPad mini (A20 Pro) 437 g lighter

Scores by Category

Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra wins 4 of 6 categories · iPad mini (A20 Pro) wins 2

CategoryiPad mini (A20 Pro)Galaxy Tab S12 UltraLead
Performance
+7
Display
+18
Build
+26
Battery
+100
Cameras
+4
Misc
+100

Physical Comparison

255 g692 g
iPad mini (A20 Pro)Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra

Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra is 437 g (171%) heavier than iPad mini (A20 Pro).

Value for Money

Launch prices — enter today's prices (same currency for both).

iPad mini (A20 Pro)

Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra

Detailed Specifications

Display

Feature
iPad mini (A20 Pro)
Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra
Display Size
8.5 in
14.6 in72% more
Display Type
Refresh Rate
N/A
120 Hz
Peak Brightness
1,200 nits
1,600 nits33% more
Pixel Density
326
N/A

Performance

Feature
iPad mini (A20 Pro)
Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra
Chipset

Cameras

Feature
iPad mini (A20 Pro)
Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra
Rear Camera
12 MP
13 MP8% more
Front Camera
12 MP
12 MP

Battery

Feature
iPad mini (A20 Pro)
Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra
Battery Capacity
N/A
11,600 mAh

Build

Feature
iPad mini (A20 Pro)
Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra
Keyboard Support
N/A
Yes
Weight
255 g63% less
692 g

Misc

Feature
iPad mini (A20 Pro)
Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra
Security updates until
N/A
2033

Specification Note

Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer data and other reliable internet sources. Some features may vary by region or model configuration.

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