China-Gadgets.de · 10/04/2024
Hands-on review · daily use, ports, battery and performance
Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus Cellular is a good all-rounder for media and light use, but it is not suited to demanding work.
Likes- Long battery life for everyday use
- Loud speakers for its size
- Good for streaming and media
- Long software update support
Dislikes- Performance is too weak for video editing or drawing
- Only a USB 2.0 port, no external monitor support
- Slow 15 W charging, no charger included
- Trails the Xiaomi Pad 6 in performance
TabletBlog · 18/01/2024
Hands-on review · display, performance, software and battery tests
Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus Cellular is a good budget tablet for browsing, streaming and light games, but its weak build is the main flaw.
Likes- Solid 11-inch display with 90 Hz
- Good performance for the price
- Long software update support and DeX desktop mode
- Headphone jack still included
Dislikes- Build feels cheap, with a rough transition from display to frame
- Fortnite barely playable even at low settings
- Battery lasts only about 6.5 hours in the video test
- microSD card cannot be formatted as internal storage
COMPUTER BILD · 19/03/2025
Test · battery runtime and camera checks
Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus Cellular is an excellent budget tablet with a solid aluminium design and long battery life, though it compromises on performance and the camera.
Likes- Solid aluminium design
- Good display for the price
- Long battery life
- Enough performance for everyday tasks
Dislikes- Slows down with demanding apps
- Weak camera, especially at night
- Wi-Fi 5 only
- Storage is fairly tight
Miguendoleto · 29/08/2025
Hands-on review · build, battery, multimedia and S Pen
Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus Cellular is a solid pick for buyers who value mobility, battery life and a well-balanced tablet.
Likes- Solid build and comfortable handling
- Long battery life and 5G mobility
- Four speakers for media
- S Pen support for notes and sketches
Dislikes- LCD panel with lower contrast than OLED
- Modest cameras and no water resistance
- Slow 15 W charging, no wireless charging
- Not suited to heavy video editing or top-end photography
TecnoZet · 03/07/2025
Unboxing and review · battery, charging, A9 comparison
Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus Cellular suits a keyboard desk setup and media; for studying alone or portability, the smaller A9 fits better.
Likes- Good overall, with no major flaws found
- Screen and performance adequate for basic tasks
- Bigger screen and better speakers than the smaller model
- Works well as a setup with keyboard and mouse
Dislikes- Slow charging with the 15 W charger
- Battery drops to about 4.5 hours under heavy video editing
- Less suited to portable study than the smaller A9
- Large and fragile without a good case
Bogtechs · 02/11/2024
Hands-on review · performance, gaming, software and battery
Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus Cellular is well balanced for media, browsing and light work, and heavy games are its limit.
Likes- Well-balanced overall performance
- Good for streaming, reading and multitasking
- Long Samsung software support with DeX desktop mode
- Runs most Play Store games smoothly
Dislikes- No S Pen support, unlike higher-end Tab models
- Base model with 4 GB RAM and 64 GB storage is limited
- Heavy games need lower settings and a controller
- Demanding console emulation was not tested
eSavants · 30/10/2024
Long-term test · 4 weeks of use, travel and daily tasks
Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus Cellular is strong on GPS and battery life, but slow charging and a dim screen hold it back.
Likes- Built-in GPS for offline navigation
- Good battery life and easy to carry
- Split-screen multitasking with three apps
- Enough for streaming and everyday use
Dislikes- Slow 15 W charging, nearly three hours
- Trails Xiaomi Pad 6 when switching apps
- TFT screen around 800 nits, weak outdoors
- Cameras only useful for video calls
DeVaSeR Reviews · 08/11/2024
Hands-on review · speed, battery, speakers and camera
Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus Cellular offers very good value for kids and light everyday use, though it is not a top performer.
Likes- Four speakers with stereo sound and good volume
- Large, bright screen with good resolution
- Headphone jack and microSD slot for expansion
- Smooth enough for video, social media and many games
Dislikes- Camera is the weakest part, mainly good enough for kids
- USB 2.0 port means no HDMI output
- No fingerprint sensor, only face unlock
- Charging is slow at 15 W
Rod519 · 26/07/2024
Long-term review · several months of use
Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus Cellular is good for media and study, but 4 GB RAM is limiting; get the 8 GB version if possible.
Likes- Sound is its strongest point, with four Dolby Atmos speakers
- Screen runs at 90 Hz with good colour for a TFT panel
- Good size for watching media and working comfortably
- Long battery life
Dislikes- Only 4 GB RAM in the base model limits performance
- Weak 8 MP rear and 5 MP front cameras
- Slow charging, and the 15 W charger is not included
- Not suited to drawing, programming or demanding games
Isra Dt · 23/07/2024
Hands-on review · performance, gaming, charging and price
Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus Cellular is a strong, versatile mid-range tablet at a reasonable price, an excellent choice if its limits don't bother you.
Likes- 90 Hz LCD screen with vivid colours
- Smooth performance for research, multitasking and light editing
- Gaming runs smoothly on default settings without overheating
- Good sound from four speakers
Dislikes- No S Pen support for note-taking
- Cameras are only adequate for basic use
- Charging is slow, about two and a half hours from 10 to 100 percent
à la maison 2.0 · 09/12/2025
Hands-on review · build, screen, storage and charging
Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus Cellular is good value for series, films and light gaming, but storage, screen and charging are its weak points.
Likes- Premium aluminium build feels solid
- Full HD screen with smooth 90 Hz
- Four powerful speakers
- Expandable storage and DeX desktop mode
Dislikes- Base 64 GB storage fills up quickly
- TFT screen shows dark patches when tilted
- Thick bezels around the screen
- Charging is slow, and battery life is about 6 hours
Daddyfamtech · 15/01/2024
Hands-on review · battery, display and performance tests
Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus Cellular is recommended for a cheap family tablet with excellent battery life, despite weak photos and slow charging.
Likes- Excellent battery life
- Good performance for the price
- Smooth, sharp 90 Hz screen
- Good sound
Dislikes- Charging is very slow, about 2.5 hours
- Weak photo quality
- Some demanding games are not playable on the 64 GB model
Discoverdose · 12/01/2024
Three-week review · performance, battery and screen
Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus Cellular is a great tablet for its price and recommended, though its cameras are weak and software support is short.
Likes- Real performance for games and everyday use
- Battery lasts several days with moderate use
- Brighter, more pleasant screen with 90 Hz refresh
- Premium-feeling metal and glass build for the price
Dislikes- Photo and video quality fall short
- Speakers sound muddy and lack bass
- Only about two years of software updates
- Plain LCD panel rather than AMOLED or IPS
Daniele Pintus · 03/01/2024
Hands-on review · build, software, camera and connectivity tests
Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus Cellular has a very well-built body, trouble-free software and great streaming, making it a strong pick in its price bracket.
Likes- Solid, well-finished build
- Software support with long Android updates
- Good for streaming and video calls
- Fast GPS lock and a stable Wi-Fi signal
Dislikes- Ships with Android 13 and older security patches
- Wi-Fi speeds are good but not the fastest
- Rear camera is only adequate for quick shots
- Not clearly better than cheaper rivals like the Honor Pad X9