Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 vs iPad Air 11 Inch M2

By Billy G. · Founder & Lead EditorVerified Jun 5 by Billy G.

Samsung Galaxy Tab A8
Samsung Galaxy Tab A8
iPad Air 11 Inch M2
iPad Air 11 Inch M2
Verified Confidence: 85%

Verdict: The iPad Air 11 Inch M2 outperforms the Galaxy Tab A8 with its M2 processor and 8GB RAM versus the Tab's Unisoc Tiger T618 and 3-4GB RAM per grounded specs. The Tab A8 offers better value at $229 MSRP but trails in camera resolution with 8MP rear versus 12MP. iPad Air 11 Inch M2 is the stronger choice for demanding apps while Tab A8 suits light use.

Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 lists at $229 while iPad Air 11 Inch M2 lists at $599 — Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 undercuts iPad Air 11 Inch M2 by $370 (162%).

Winner: iPad Air 11 Inch M2

Samsung Galaxy Tab A8: 5.5/10

iPad Air 11 Inch M2: 8/10

Spec-by-spec comparison

Samsung Galaxy Tab A8iPad Air 11 Inch M2
Display10.5-inch TFT 1920x120011-inch Liquid Retina
ProcessorUnisoc Tiger T618Apple M2
RAM3-4GB8GB
Battery Capacity7040mAh—

Samsung Galaxy Tab A8

What works

  • Low MSRP of $229
  • Large 7040mAh battery for extended use
  • Expandable storage up to 128GB

What doesn't

  • Unisoc Tiger T618 chipset limits multitasking
  • Only 3-4GB RAM restricts app performance

iPad Air 11 Inch M2

What works

  • Apple M2 chip with 8-core CPU and 9-core GPU
  • 8GB RAM enables smooth multitasking
  • 12MP rear and 12MP front cameras

What doesn't

  • Higher MSRP of $599
  • Discontinued status limits new availability

Bottom line

Our pick: iPad Air 11 Inch M2.

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