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Sony Xperia Z4 Tablet vs Apple iPad Air Comparison

A detailed, side-by-side comparison to help you pick the right tablet.
Sony Xperia Z4 Tablet
Sony
Sony Xperia Z4 Tablet
8.2 / 10
Compass Score
From 12 critic reviews
Full review →
Apple iPad Air
Apple
Apple iPad Air
9.0 / 10
Compass Score
From 46 critic reviews
Full review →
Verdict

Pros & cons

Xperia Z4 Tablet

+
Good
+ Beautiful display
+ Fast performance
+ Super lightweight
+ PS4 Remote Play
+ 3G/4G LTE models
+ MicroSD support
−
Not
− Plastic chassis
− Large screen bezel
− Mediocre cameras

iPad Air

+
Good
+ Fast performance
+ High-quality design
+ MIMO support
+ Beautiful display
+ Plenty of model options
−
Not
− Price
− Lack of Touch ID
− Mediocre camera
Spec data

How they compare

Xperia Z4 Tablet
iPad Air
Price (MSRP)
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Price (MSRP)
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OS
Android
OS
iOS
Processor
Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 Octa core
Processor
Apple A7 Dual core
Camera zoom
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Camera zoom
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Battery life
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Wired charging
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Wired charging
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Wireless charging
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Wireless charging
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Display
Color
Display
Color
Software support
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Software support
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Repairability
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Repairability
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Weight
393g (13.9 oz)
Weight
478g (16.9 oz)
Fingerprint
No
Fingerprint
No
Highlighted cells indicate the stronger value where a clear winner exists.
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Physical comparison

Size & weight

Footprint · to scale
Xperia Z4 Tablet
6.6" × 10"
iPad Air
9.4" × 6.6"
Thickness · to scale
Xperia Z4 Tablet
0.2"
iPad Air
0.3"
Height
6.6" (167 mm)
Height
9.4" (239 mm)
Width
10" (254 mm)
Width
6.6" (168 mm)
Depth
0.2" (6 mm)
Depth
0.3" (7 mm)
Weight
393g (13.9 oz)
Weight
478g (16.9 oz)
Screen
10.1"
Screen
9.7"

Dimensions shown in inches (mm). Silhouettes are proportionally scaled for visual comparison.

Common questions

Xperia Z4 Tablet vs iPad Air: FAQ

Which is better, the Xperia Z4 Tablet or iPad Air?
Based on aggregated critic reviews, the iPad Air earns a Compass Score of 9.0 compared to 8.2 for the Xperia Z4 Tablet. That 0.8-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 October 2026. Suggest a correction →