Compare Apple iPad Air 2 (WiFi+32GB) Vs Microsoft Surface RT (32GB)

Should you buy Apple iPad Air 2 (WiFi+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+32GB) starts at ₹ 26,900 and Microsoft Surface RT (32GB) starts at ₹ 22,990.

Apple iPad Air 2 (WiFi+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+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.

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Apple iPad Air 2 (WiFi+32GB) Vs Microsoft Surface RT (32GB)

SpecificationsApple iPad Air 2 (WiFi+32GB)Microsoft Surface RT (32GB)
Display9.7 inches, 1536 x 2048 pixels10.6 inches, 1366 x 768 pixels
Front Camera1.2 MP1.2 MP
Rear Camera8 MP with autofocus1.2 MP
ProcessorApple
Battery7340 mAh, Li-Po BatteryLi-ion Battery
Storage32 GB32 GB
RAM2 GB2 GB
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Specs Score5452
Display9.7 inches, 1536 x 2048 pixels10.6 inches, 1366 x 768 pixels
Front Camera1.2 MP1.2 MP
Rear Camera8 MP with autofocus1.2 MP
ProcessorApple
Battery7340 mAh, Li-Po BatteryLi-ion Battery
Storage32 GB32 GB
RAM2 GB2 GB
General
Device Type TabletSmartphone
Dual Sim NoNo
Release Date October, 2014October, 2012
Sim Type No Sim SupportedNo Sim Supported
Design
Dimensions 240 x 169.5 x 6.1 mm274.6 x 172 x 9.4 mm
Weight 437 g680 g
Display
Aspect Ratio 4:316:9
Display Size 9.7 inches, 1536 x 2048 pixels10.6 inches, 1366 x 768 pixels
Display Type Color IPS screen (16M)Color TFT screen (16M colors)
Features Screen Protection
PPI ~264 PPI~148 PPI
Touch Yes, with MultitouchYes, with Multitouch
Camera
Flash No
Front Camera 1.2 MP1.2 MP
Rear Camera 8 MP with autofocus1.2 MP
Video Recording 1080p @ 30fps FHD720p
Connectivity
3G NoNo
Bluetooth Yes, v4.0Yes, v4.0
USB Yes, Proprietary v2.0Yes v2.0
Wifi YesYes
Performance
Chipset Apple
CPU 1.5 GHz, Triple Core Processor1.3 GHz, Quad Core Processor
GPU PowerVR G6850ULP GeForce
Java NoYes
OS iOS v8.1, upgradable to v12.1.3Windows RT
Battery
Battery Type Non-Removable BatteryRemovable Battery
Capacity 7340 mAh, Li-Po BatteryLi-ion Battery
Memory
Card Slot NoYes, upto 64 GB
RAM 2 GB2 GB
Storage 32 GB32 GB
Multimedia
Document Reader YesYes
Email Yes
FM Radio NoNo
Music YesMP3, WAV, eAAC+
Video YesMP4, DivX, H.264, H.263
Other Features
3.5mm Headphone Jack YesYes
Fingerprint Sensor Yes, Front
GPS NoYes
Sensors Accelerometer, Gyroscope, CompassAccelerometer, Gyroscope, Compass

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Detailed Comparison of Apple iPad Air 2 (WiFi+32GB) vs Microsoft Surface RT (32GB)

Design Comparison: Apple iPad Air 2 (WiFi+32GB) vs Microsoft Surface RT (32GB)

Dimension of Apple iPad Air 2 (WiFi+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+32GB) comes up with a weight of 437 g whereas Microsoft Surface RT (32GB) weight around 680 g.

Display Comparison: Apple iPad Air 2 (WiFi+32GB) vs Microsoft Surface RT (32GB)

Apple iPad Air 2 (WiFi+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.

Camera Comparison: Apple iPad Air 2 (WiFi+32GB) vs Microsoft Surface RT (32GB)

Apple iPad Air 2 (WiFi+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 Screen Protection.

FAQs

Q. which tablet has a higher RAM - Apple iPad Air 2 or Microsoft Surface RT?

Both Apple iPad Air 2 and Microsoft Surface RT have same RAM with 2 GB.

Q. Which tablet has bigger screen size, Apple iPad Air 2 or Microsoft Surface RT?

Microsoft Surface RT is bigger with 10.6 inches, 1366 x 768 pixels screen than Apple iPad Air 2 that has 9.7 inches, 1536 x 2048 pixels screen.

Q. What are some of the best alternatives available for Apple iPad Air 2 in the market?

Best alternatives available for Apple iPad Air 2 are: Apple iPad Mini, Apple iPad Air 2, Apple iPad Air 2.