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Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus WiFi (4GB + 64GB) Review | 168 Data compared

Avg. price:~£130RAM capacity:4 GBInternal storage:64 GBScreen size:11 inchesChipset:Qualcomm Snapdragon 695

Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus WiFi (4GB + 64GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus WiFi (4GB + 64GB)
7.4/10

Overall score

Score
7.4/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best Tablets on the market.
Score distribution
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Score components

90%

7.2

Technical score

10%

9.2

User score

▲Better than 77% of tablets
8.2

Value for money

Value for money
8.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

7.4

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

▲Better than 89%
7.2

Technical score

Technical score
7.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare Tablets based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components

22%

6.7

Performance

20%

6.6

Display

16%

7.6

Camera

14%

7.0

Battery

12%

7.9

Connectivity

8%

9.0

Software & Features

5%

6.5

Design

3%

9.1

Audio & Multimedia

▲Better than 74%
9.2

User score

User score
9.2/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

8.9

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
★Better than 93%
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Technical Specifications of tablet Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus WiFi (4GB + 64GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.2/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare Tablets based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components:

22%

6.7

Performance

20%

6.6

Display

16%

7.6

Camera

14%

7.0

Battery

12%

7.9

Connectivity

8%

9.0

Software & Features

5%

6.5

Design

3%

9.1

Audio & Multimedia

7.2
User score
User score
9.2/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

8.9

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
9.2
Popularity
Popularity
10/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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Popularity:
Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus WiFi (4GB + 64GB) has a user popularity of 10 points, which is lower than 91.8% of Tablets.
10
Value for money
Value for money
8.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components:

70%

7.4

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

8.2
RAM capacity
4 GB
This tablet has a RAM capacity of 4 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 47.6% of tablets and equal to that of 17.6% of tablets.
Process node
6 nm
This tablet is built on a 6 nm process node, which is smaller than the node size used in 76.4% of tablets and equal to the node used in 8.2% of tablets.
Internal storage
64 GB
This tablet has an internal storage capacity of 64 GB which is larger than the storage of 39.5% of tablets and equal to that of 17.1% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
884 points
This tablet scored 884 points in Geekbench 6 (single-core) which is higher than the score of 54.8% of tablets.
Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon 695
This tablet uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 chipset, which is more advanced than the chipsets in 61.5% of tablets and equal to those in 0.3% of tablets.
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Screen resolution
1920×1200
This tablet has a screen resolution of 1920×1200 which is higher than that of 39.2% of tablets and equal to that of 18.8% of tablets.
Refresh rate
90 Hz
This tablet supports a refresh rate of 90 Hz which is higher than in 73.8% of tablets and equal to that in 6.5% of tablets.
Display type
TFT LCD
This tablet uses a TFT LCD display type. 89.9% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
206 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 206 ppi which is lower than that of 60.8% of tablets and equal to that of 1.1% of tablets.
Display glass type
?
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Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical image stabilization. 0.4% of tablets include OIS.
Main camera megapixels
8 MP
This tablet has a main camera resolution of 8 MP which is higher than that of 36.5% of tablets and equal to that of 31.8% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
5 MP
This tablet has a front camera resolution of 5 MP which is higher than in 48.8% of tablets and equal to that in 19.6% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
f/2.0
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/2.0 which is wider than that of 57.5% of tablets and equal to that of 24.5% of tablets.
Optical zoom
N/A
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Battery capacity
7,040 mAh
This tablet has a battery capacity of 7,040 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 57.9% of tablets and equal to those in 2% of tablets.
Charging speed
15 W
This tablet supports charging speeds of 15 W which is slower than in 52.2% of tablets and equal to speeds in 6.3% of tablets.
Battery life
14 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 14 hours, which is longer than that of 81.5% of tablets and equal to that of 3.5% of tablets.
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets support wireless charging.
Fast charging
yes
This tablet supports fast charging. 50.4% of tablets support fast charging.
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LTE support
yes
This tablet supports LTE. 36.8% of tablets include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This tablet supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 0.2% of tablets offer Wi-Fi support.
GPS
yes
This tablet supports GPS. 17.3% of tablets include GPS functionality.
5G connectivity
yes
This tablet supports 5G connectivity. 89% of tablets support 5G.
NFC
no
This tablet does not support NFC. 10.9% of tablets support NFC.
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Operating system
Android
This tablet uses the Android operating system, which is more advanced than the one used by 23.3%.
Update support duration
medium
This tablet offers medium update support, which is longer than the support period of 47.3% of tablets and equal to that of 32.6% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
yes
This tablet receives direct OS updates. 20.3% of tablets receive direct updates.
On-device AI
?
App tracking protection
yes
This tablet includes app tracking protection. 71.8% of tablets include app tracking protection.
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IP rating
not rated
This tablet has an IP rating of not rated which is lower than that of 16.3% of tablets and equal to that of 83.7% of tablets.
Weight
480 g
This tablet weighs 480 g which is lighter than 53.2% of tablets and equal to the weight of 1.7% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.8% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
yes
This tablet supports a keyboard accessory. 15.8% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
N/A
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Number of microphones
2
This tablet includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 55.1% of tablets and equal to the number in 32.7% of tablets.
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this codec.
Dolby Atmos support
yes
This tablet supports Dolby Atmos. 68.6% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
4
This tablet includes 4 speakers, which is more than in 70.9% of tablets and equal to the number in 22.7% of tablets.
FM radio
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer FM radio functionality.
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Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus WiFi (4GB + 64GB) vs the average tablet

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  • 4 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (14 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    14 hours vs 10 hours
  • More capable chipset
    This tablet uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 50% higher refresh rate
    This tablet has a higher refresh rate than the average tablet (90 Hz vs 60 Hz). The average tablet has refresh rate of 60 Hz.
    90 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • Better GPU
    This tablet uses the Adreno 619 GPU, while the average tablet uses Mali-G51. GPU choice is one of the main performance differences between tablets.
    Adreno 619 vs Mali-G51
  • Supports 5G connectivity
    This tablet supports 5G connectivity, the average tablet does not. 11.1% of tablets are 5G compatible.
  • Supports adaptive refresh rate
    This tablet has adaptive refresh rate, the average tablet does not. 17.6% of tablets support adaptive refresh rate.
  • 149 nits higher peak brightness
    This tablet has a higher peak brightness than the average tablet (550 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits peak brightness.
    550 nits vs 401 nits
  • Supports PDAF
    This tablet supports PDAF, the average tablet does not. 28.1% of tablets support PDAF.
  • 15.3% higher user score
    User score
    9.2/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus WiFi
    the average tablet
    Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus WiFi (4GB + 64GB) has a higher user score than the average tablet (9.23 vs 8.000).
    9.23 vs 8
  • 2.08x more popular
    Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus WiFi (4GB + 64GB) is more popular than the average tablet (10 vs 4.8).
    10 vs 4.81
  • 2x cheaper
    Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus WiFi (4GB + 64GB) is cheaper than the average tablet (£130 vs £260).
    £130 vs £260
  • 15% better value for money
    Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus WiFi (4GB + 64GB) has better value for money than the average tablet (8.16 vs 7.1).
    8.16 vs 7.1
  • More capable chipset
    This tablet uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • Better GPU
    This tablet uses the Adreno 619 GPU, while the average tablet uses Mali-G51. GPU choice is one of the main performance differences between tablets.
    Adreno 619 vs Mali-G51
  • 57.1% smaller process node
    This tablet uses a smaller process node than the average tablet (6 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet uses a process node of 14 nm.
    6 nm vs 14 nm
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This tablet supports a newer DDR version than the average tablet (LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3). The average DDR version is LPDDR3.
    LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3
  • 2 more CPU threads
    This tablet has more CPU threads than the average tablet (8 vs 6). The average tablet has 6 CPU threads.
    8 vs 6
  • Includes neural engine
    This tablet includes a neural engine, the average tablet does not. 25.7% of tablets include a neural engine.
  • 10% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (2.2 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    2.2 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 29.2% faster GPU clock
    This tablet has a higher GPU frequency than the average tablet (840 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet has GPU frequency of 650 MHz.
    840 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • 50% higher refresh rate
    This tablet has a higher refresh rate than the average tablet (90 Hz vs 60 Hz). The average tablet has refresh rate of 60 Hz.
    90 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • Supports adaptive refresh rate
    This tablet has adaptive refresh rate, the average tablet does not. 17.6% of tablets support adaptive refresh rate.
  • 149 nits higher peak brightness
    This tablet has a higher peak brightness than the average tablet (550 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits peak brightness.
    550 nits vs 401 nits
  • 80 nits higher typical brightness
    This tablet has a higher typical brightness than the average tablet (480 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    480 nits vs 400 nits
  • 0.9 inches larger screen size
    This tablet has a higher screen size than the average tablet (11 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet has screen size of 10.1 inches.
    11 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • Supports PDAF
    This tablet supports PDAF, the average tablet does not. 28.1% of tablets support PDAF.
  • Allows manual focus
    This tablet allows manual focus control, the average tablet does not. 37.2% of tablets include manual focus.
  • Allows manual ISO
    This tablet allows manual ISO adjustment, the average tablet does not. 46% of tablets feature manual ISO.
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This tablet has a better main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 main camera aperture.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Supports slow-motion recording
    This tablet supports slow-motion recording, the average tablet does not. 37.5% of tablets offer slow-mo.
  • 4 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (14 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    14 hours vs 10 hours
  • Supports fast charging
    This tablet supports fast charging, the average tablet does not. 49.7% of tablets feature fast charging.
  • 7% larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a higher battery capacity than the average tablet (7,040 mAh vs 6,580 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6,580 mAh.
    7,040 mAh vs 6,580 mAh
  • Supports 5G connectivity
    This tablet supports 5G connectivity, the average tablet does not. 11.1% of tablets are 5G compatible.
  • Supports eSIM
    This tablet supports eSIM, the average tablet does not. 11.5% of tablets support eSIM.
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This tablet supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average tablet (5.1 vs 5). The average tablet uses Bluetooth 5.0.
    5.1 vs 5.0
  • Supports live text recognition
    This tablet supports live text recognition, the average tablet does not. 34.9% of tablets can recognize text from images.
  • Includes app tracking protection
    This tablet includes app tracking protection, the average tablet does not. 28.3% of tablets offer app tracking protection.
  • Supports dynamic theme
    This tablet features dynamic themes, the average tablet does not. 29% of tablets offer dynamic theming.
  • Supports extra dim mode
    This tablet features extra dim mode, the average tablet does not. 35.4% of tablets support extra diming.
  • Includes clipboard warnings
    This tablet has clipboard warnings, the average tablet does not. 39.9% of tablets include clipboard warnings.
  • 1.1 mm thinner
    This tablet is thinner than the average tablet (6.9 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8.0 mm thick.
    6.9 mm vs 8.0 mm
  • Designed for kids
    This tablet is suitable for kids, the average tablet is not. 23.7% of tablets are suitable for kids.
  • 4 newer release date
    This tablet has a newer release date than the average tablet (2023 vs 2019).
    October 2023
    2023 vs 2019
  • 2 more speakers
    This tablet has more speakers than the average tablet (4 vs 2). The average tablet has 2 speakers.
    4 vs 2
  • Supports Dolby Atmos
    This tablet supports Dolby Atmos, the average tablet does not. 31.5% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
  • 1 more microphone/s
    This tablet has more microphones than the average tablet (2 vs 1). The average tablet has 1 microphones.
    2 vs 1
  • Supports LDAC
    This tablet supports LDAC, the average tablet does not. 25.2% of tablets support LDAC.
  • Inferior display type
    This tablet has an inferior display type compared to the average tablet (TFT LCD vs IPS LCD). 0.00% of tablets use the superior display type.
    TFT LCD vs IPS LCD
  • No cellular module
    This tablet does not have a cellular module, the average tablet does. 59.3% of tablets include a cellular module.
  • 8% lower pixel density
    This tablet has a lower pixel density than the average tablet (206 ppi vs 224 ppi). The average tablet has pixel density of 224 ppi.
    206 ppi vs 224 ppi
  • No HDMI output
    This tablet does not have an HDMI output, the average tablet does. 50.1% of tablets support HDMI output.
  • 16.7% slower charging speed
    This tablet supports slower charging than the average tablet (15 W vs 18 W). The average tablet supports charging speed of 18 W.
    15 W vs 18 W
  • 15 ppi lower screen sharpness
    This tablet has a lower screen sharpness than the average tablet (206 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has screen sharpness of 221 ppi.
    206 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • Inferior display type
    This tablet has an inferior display type compared to the average tablet (TFT LCD vs IPS LCD). 0.00% of tablets use the superior display type.
    TFT LCD vs IPS LCD
  • 8% lower pixel density
    This tablet has a lower pixel density than the average tablet (206 ppi vs 224 ppi). The average tablet has pixel density of 224 ppi.
    206 ppi vs 224 ppi
  • 15 ppi lower screen sharpness
    This tablet has a lower screen sharpness than the average tablet (206 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has screen sharpness of 221 ppi.
    206 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • 16.7% slower charging speed
    This tablet supports slower charging than the average tablet (15 W vs 18 W). The average tablet supports charging speed of 18 W.
    15 W vs 18 W
  • No cellular module
    This tablet does not have a cellular module, the average tablet does. 59.3% of tablets include a cellular module.
  • No HDMI output
    This tablet does not have an HDMI output, the average tablet does. 50.1% of tablets support HDMI output.

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

8.0
Android Digest
≈ estimated
23/05/2025
Updated review · performance, battery and software check
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus WiFi is still worth buying for basic use, if you accept fewer software updates as it ages.
9.0
Android Digest
≈ estimated
21/07/2024
Long-term review · nine months of use
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus WiFi is still worth buying nine months on, with strong value and solid performance, though it lacks S Pen support.
9.0
Shane Symonds
≈ estimated
06/04/2024
Long-term review · two months of use, cameras and battery
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus WiFi is recommended for almost anyone, with great value for the price despite limits in RAM and charging.
9.0
Android Digest
≈ estimated
20/01/2024
Full review · battery, display, performance and upgrades
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus WiFi is one of the best budget tablets out there, great for most people wanting a basic companion.
8.0
My Next Tablet
≈ estimated
18/01/2024
Hands-on review · gaming, photo editing and battery tests
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus WiFi is a pretty good budget tablet, held back by its cheap-feeling build quality.
8.0
The Tech Shed
≈ estimated
27/03/2025
Hands-on review · everyday use and specs
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus WiFi is worth a look for simple everyday use, but not for performance, fast charging or stylus work.
Hands-on video, no verdict
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Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: November 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus WiFi (4GB + 64GB)

  • Large 11-inch 90Hz display provides smooth scrolling and immersive viewing
  • Excellent quad-speaker setup with Dolby Atmos for rich, clear audio
  • Premium and sturdy aluminum build quality that feels more expensive than its price
  • Long battery life that can easily last a full day of mixed use
  • Inclusion of Samsung DeX and multi-active window for enhanced productivity
  • Expandable storage via microSD card slot (up to 1TB)
  • Strong value-to-performance ratio for a budget Android tablet

What customers don't like about Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus WiFi (4GB + 64GB)

  • Extremely slow 15W charging, taking up to 3 hours for a full top-up
  • Base model (4GB RAM) can be sluggish and glitchy during heavy multitasking
  • Low-quality cameras that lack detail and struggle in low light
  • Lack of a fingerprint sensor for biometric security (uses less secure face unlock)
  • Display is an LCD (TFT) panel, which lacks the deep blacks of OLED and has limited viewing angles
  • Does not support video output via USB-C to external monitors
  • No official S-Pen (stylus) support with palm rejection

Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ WiFi (4GB + 64GB) is an affordable 11-inch tablet featuring a WUXGA LCD display with a smooth 90Hz refresh rate and a resolution of 1920 x 1200. Powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 chipset, it delivers reliable performance for daily multitasking and media consumption, further enhanced by a quad-speaker system with Dolby Atmos and 1TB of expandable storage via microSD. Its main advantages include a sleek metal unibody design, a dedicated Samsung DeX mode for a desktop-like experience, and a long-lasting 7,040mAh battery. However, notable drawbacks include slow 15W charging, a lacks of a fingerprint sensor for biometric security, and relatively basic 8MP rear and 5MP front cameras.

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