iPad Air 5: 6 of 8 decision facts sourced.
Galaxy Tab S9: 7 of 8 decision facts sourced.
| iPad Air 5 | Galaxy Tab S9 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price today | $339.99 | $159.99 |
| Screen size | 13 inches bestbuy.com | 11 inches bestbuy.com |
| Resolution | 2732 x 2048 bestbuy.com | 2560 x 1600 bestbuy.com |
| Chip | Apple M4 bestbuy.com | Qualcomm Snapdragon® 8 Gen 2 bestbuy.com |
| Storage | 512 gigabytes bestbuy.com | 128 gigabytes bestbuy.com |
| Battery life | Not yet sourced | 15 hours bestbuy.com |
| Weight | 21.76 ounces bestbuy.com | 17.6 ounces bestbuy.com |
| Starting MSRP | $1,249.00 bestbuy.com | $799.99 bestbuy.com |
Not yet sourced — iPad Air 5: Refresh rate, Battery life. Galaxy Tab S9: Refresh rate. No manufacturer, official or retailer source we read publishes these yet; we don't estimate them.
Verdict: Pick iPad Air 5 if you need the larger 13‑inch screen, higher 2732 × 2048 resolution, and 512 GB storage for creative tasks. Pick Galaxy Tab S9 if you prefer a lighter 17.6‑ounce device and a lower $799.99 price for portable, budget‑friendly use. Neither publishes refresh rate yet.
iPad Air 5 lists at $339.99 while Galaxy Tab S9 lists at $159.99 — Galaxy Tab S9 undercuts iPad Air 5 by $180 (113%).
Winner: iPad Air 5
iPad Air 5: 8.2/10
Galaxy Tab S9: 7/10
| iPad Air 5 | Galaxy Tab S9 | |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 13 inches | 11 inches |
| Resolution | 2732 x 2048 | 2560 x 1600 |
| Chip | Apple M4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon® 8 Gen 2 |
| Storage | 512 gigabytes | 128 gigabytes |
| Weight | 21.76 ounces | 17.6 ounces |
| Starting MSRP | $1,249.00 | $799.99 |
Our pick: iPad Air 5.
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