Tablet Comparison
Lenovo Tab Extreme vs Apple iPad Air (2020) Comparison
A detailed, side-by-side comparison to help you pick the right tablet.
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Verdict
Pros & cons
Tab Extreme
iPad Air (2020)
+
What's good
+
Excellent screen
+
Supports 2nd Generation Apple Pen
+
New color options
+
Fast processor
+
USB-C type port
−
What's not
−
Expensive with accessories added
−
No FaceID
−
64GB baseline storage
Tab Extreme
iPad Air (2020)
+
Good
+
Excellent screen
+
Supports 2nd Generation Apple Pen
+
New color options
+
Fast processor
+
USB-C type port
−
Not
−
Expensive with accessories added
−
No FaceID
−
64GB baseline storage
Spec data
How they compare
Tab Extreme
iPad Air (2020)
Price (MSRP)
—
—
OS
Android
iOS
Processor
MediaTek Dimensity 9000 Octa-core
Apple A14 Bionic Hexa-core
Camera zoom
—
—
Battery life
—
—
Wired charging
68W
—
Wireless charging
—
—
Display
Color
Color
Software support
—
—
Repairability
—
—
Weight
740g (26.1 oz)
460g (16.2 oz)
Fingerprint
Yes
No
Highlighted cells indicate the stronger value where a clear winner exists.
Spec data
How they compare
Tab Extreme
iPad Air (2020)
Price (MSRP)
—
Price (MSRP)
—
OS
Android
OS
iOS
Processor
MediaTek Dimensity 9000 Octa-core
Processor
Apple A14 Bionic Hexa-core
Camera zoom
—
Camera zoom
—
Battery life
—
Battery life
—
Wired charging
68W
Wired charging
—
Wireless charging
—
Wireless charging
—
Display
Color
Display
Color
Software support
—
Software support
—
Repairability
—
Repairability
—
Weight
740g (26.1 oz)
Weight
460g (16.2 oz)
Fingerprint
Yes
Fingerprint
No
Highlighted cells indicate the stronger value where a clear winner exists.
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Physical comparison
Size & weight
Footprint · to scale
Tab Extreme
12.9" × 8.3"
iPad Air (2020)
9.7" × 7"
Thickness · to scale
Tab Extreme
0.2"
iPad Air (2020)
0.2"
Tab Extreme
iPad Air (2020)
Height
12.9" (327.8 mm)
9.7" (247.6 mm)
Width
8.3" (210.8 mm)
7" (178.5 mm)
Depth
0.2" (5.9 mm)
0.2" (6.1 mm)
Weight
740g (26.1 oz)
460g (16.2 oz)
Screen
14.5"
10.9"
Height
12.9" (327.8 mm)
Height
9.7" (247.6 mm)
Width
8.3" (210.8 mm)
Width
7" (178.5 mm)
Depth
0.2" (5.9 mm)
Depth
0.2" (6.1 mm)
Weight
740g (26.1 oz)
Weight
460g (16.2 oz)
Screen
14.5"
Screen
10.9"
Dimensions shown in inches (mm). Silhouettes are proportionally scaled for visual comparison.
Common questions
Tab Extreme vs iPad Air (2020): FAQ
Which is better, the Tab Extreme or iPad Air (2020)?
Based on aggregated critic reviews, the iPad Air (2020) earns a Compass Score of 8.9 compared to 7.9 for the Tab Extreme. That 1-point gap reflects stronger reviews across the board, though individual priorities like camera quality, battery life, or price could tip the scales the other way. Scores aggregate dozens of expert opinions, so they are a useful starting point, not the final word.
Specifications sourced from manufacturers and third-party databases. Last updated April 2026. Suggest a correction →