Should you buy Apple iPad Air 2 (WiFi+Cellular+32GB) or Microsoft Surface RT (32GB)? Well, your search ends here. Find out which tablet is best for you - Compare the two models on the basis of their Price in India, Body, Display, Storage, Connectivity, Camera, and Performance. Apple iPad Air 2 (WiFi+Cellular+32GB) starts at ₹ 24,994 and Microsoft Surface RT (32GB) starts at ₹ 22,990.
Apple iPad Air 2 (WiFi+Cellular+32GB) has screen size of 9.7 inches, 1536 x 2048 pixels and Microsoft Surface RT (32GB) has screen size of 10.6 inches, 1366 x 768 pixels. Apple iPad Air 2 (WiFi+Cellular+32GB) comes up with internal storage of 32 GB and RAM of 2 GB. Microsoft Surface RT (32GB) comes up with internal storage of 32 GB and RAM of 2 GB. Former comes up with battery of 7340 mAh, Li-Po Battery and latter with 7340 mAh, Li-Po Battery.Coming to the Camera, Former has primary camera of 8 MP with autofocus and front camera of 1.2 MP whereas latter has primary camera of 1.2 MP and front camera of 1.2 MP.
Check detailed comparison below to compare specification for both models. Don't forget to check out expert opinion as well.
Specifications | Apple iPad Air 2 (WiFi+Cellular+32GB) | Microsoft Surface RT (32GB) |
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Display | 9.7 inches, 1536 x 2048 pixels | 10.6 inches, 1366 x 768 pixels |
Front Camera | 1.2 MP | 1.2 MP |
Rear Camera | 8 MP with autofocus | 1.2 MP |
Processor | Apple | |
Battery | 7340 mAh, Li-Po Battery | Li-ion Battery |
Storage | 32 GB | 32 GB |
RAM | 2 GB | 2 GB |
Summary | |||
Specs Score | 60 | 52 | |
Display | 9.7 inches, 1536 x 2048 pixels | 10.6 inches, 1366 x 768 pixels | |
Front Camera | 1.2 MP | 1.2 MP | |
Rear Camera | 8 MP with autofocus | 1.2 MP | |
Processor | Apple | ||
Battery | 7340 mAh, Li-Po Battery | Li-ion Battery | |
Storage | 32 GB | 32 GB | |
RAM | 2 GB | 2 GB |
General | |||
Device Type | Tablet | Smartphone | |
Dual Sim | No | No | |
Release Date | October, 2014 | October, 2012 | |
Sim Size | Nano SIM | ||
Sim Type | Single Sim, GSM | No Sim Supported |
Design | |||
Dimensions | 240 x 169.5 x 6.1 mm | 274.6 x 172 x 9.4 mm | |
Weight | 444 g | 680 g |
Display | |||
Aspect Ratio | 4:3 | 16:9 | |
Display Size | 9.7 inches, 1536 x 2048 pixels | 10.6 inches, 1366 x 768 pixels | |
Display Type | Color IPS screen (16M colors) | Color TFT screen (16M colors) | |
Features | Scratch-resistant glass, oleophobic coating Screen Protection | ||
PPI | ~264 PPI | ~148 PPI | |
Screen to Body Ratio | ~ 71.6% | ||
Touch | Yes, with Multitouch | Yes, with Multitouch |
Camera | |||
Front Camera | 1.2 MP | 1.2 MP | |
Rear Camera | 8 MP with autofocus | 1.2 MP | |
Video Recording | 1080p @ 30fps FHD | 720p |
Connectivity | |||
3G | Yes 1 Mbps Download | No | |
4G | LTE | ||
Bluetooth | Yes, v4.0 | Yes, v4.0 | |
EDGE | Yes | No | |
GPRS | Yes | No | |
USB | Yes, Proprietary v2.0 | Yes v2.0 | |
Wifi | Yes | Yes |
Performance | |||
Browser | Yes, supports HTML | Yes, supports HTML | |
Chipset | Apple | ||
CPU | 1.5 GHz, Triple Core Processor | 1.3 GHz, Quad Core Processor | |
GPU | PowerVR GXA6850 (octa-core graphics) | ULP GeForce | |
Java | No | Yes | |
OS | iOS v8.1, upgradable to v12.1.3 | Windows RT |
Battery | |||
Battery Type | Non-Removable Battery | Removable Battery | |
Capacity | 7340 mAh, Li-Po Battery | Li-ion Battery | |
Talk Time | 10 hours | 8 hours |
Memory | |||
Card Slot | No | Yes, upto 64 GB | |
RAM | 2 GB | 2 GB | |
Storage | 32 GB | 32 GB |
Multimedia | |||
Document Reader | Yes | Yes | |
Yes, with Push Email | |||
FM Radio | No | No | |
Music | MP3, WAV | MP3, WAV, eAAC+ | |
Supports | Instant Messaging, Voice Commands | ||
Video | MP4, H.264 | MP4, DivX, H.264, H.263 |
Other Features | |||
3.5mm Headphone Jack | Yes | Yes | |
Fingerprint Sensor | Yes, Front | ||
GPS | Yes, with A-GPS Support | Yes | |
Sensors | Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Compass | Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Compass |
Dimension of Apple iPad Air 2 (WiFi+Cellular+32GB) is 240 x 169.5 x 6.1 mm and the Dimension of other Tablets model is 274.6 x 172 x 9.4 mm. Apple iPad Air 2 (WiFi+Cellular+32GB) comes up with a weight of 444 g whereas Microsoft Surface RT (32GB) weight around 680 g.
Apple iPad Air 2 (WiFi+Cellular+32GB) has screen size and resolution of 9.7 inches, 1536 x 2048 pixels whereas other comes up with screen size and resolution of 10.6 inches, 1366 x 768 pixels.
Apple iPad Air 2 (WiFi+Cellular+32GB) comes up with primary camera of 8 MP with autofocus whereas Microsoft Surface RT (32GB) comes up with 1.2 MP. Some of the Camera Features for both the tablets include Scratch-resistant glass, oleophobic coating Screen Protection.