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Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus Cellular (8GB + 128GB) Review | 168 Data compared

Avg. price:~£200RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:11 inchesChipset:Qualcomm Snapdragon 695

Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus Cellular (8GB + 128GB) 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 Cellular (8GB + 128GB)
7.3/10

Overall score

Score
7.3/ 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%

7.0

Technical score

10%

9.2

User score

â–²Better than 73% of tablets
7.9

Value for money

Value for money
7.9/ 10
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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%

7.3

Overall score

30%

9.5

Price

â–²Better than 80%
7.0

Technical score

Technical score
7.0/ 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%

7.2

Performance

20%

6.5

Display

16%

7.4

Camera

14%

4.9

Battery

12%

8.1

Connectivity

8%

9.0

Software & Features

5%

6.4

Design

3%

9.1

Audio & Multimedia

â–²Better than 70%
9.2

User score

User score
9.2/ 10
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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%

8.8

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 Cellular (8GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.0/ 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%

7.2

Performance

20%

6.5

Display

16%

7.4

Camera

14%

4.9

Battery

12%

8.1

Connectivity

8%

9.0

Software & Features

5%

6.4

Design

3%

9.1

Audio & Multimedia

7.0
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%

8.8

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 Cellular (8GB + 128GB) has a user popularity of 10 points, which is lower than 91.8% of Tablets.
10
Value for money
Value for money
7.9/ 10
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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%

7.3

Overall score

30%

9.5

Price

7.9
RAM capacity
8 GB
This tablet has a RAM capacity of 8 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 72.3% of tablets and equal to that of 17.8% 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
128 GB
This tablet has an internal storage capacity of 128 GB which is larger than the storage of 56.7% of tablets and equal to that of 19.6% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
907 points
This tablet scored 907 points in Geekbench 6 (single-core) which is higher than the score of 55.7% 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
Chemically Strengthened Glass
This tablet uses Chemically Strengthened Glass display glass which is weaker than that on 65.1% of tablets and equal to that on 13% of tablets.
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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
7 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 7 hours, which is shorter than that of 85.4% of tablets and equal to that of 5.5% 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
491 g
This tablet weighs 491 g which is heavier than 50.7% of tablets and equal to the weight of 0.1% 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 Cellular (8GB + 128GB) vs the average tablet

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  • 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.
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This tablet has more RAM capacity than the average tablet (8 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    8 GB vs 4 GB
  • 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.
  • 14.6% higher user score
    User score
    9.2/ 10
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    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 Cellular
    the average tablet
    Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus Cellular (8GB + 128GB) has a higher user score than the average tablet (9.17 vs 8.000).
    9.17 vs 8
  • 2.08x more popular
    Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus Cellular (8GB + 128GB) is more popular than the average tablet (10 vs 4.8).
    10 vs 4.81
  • 11.5% better value for money
    Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus Cellular (8GB + 128GB) has better value for money than the average tablet (7.92 vs 7.1).
    7.92 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
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This tablet has more RAM capacity than the average tablet (8 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    8 GB vs 4 GB
  • 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
  • 2x more storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (128 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet provides 64 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 64 GB
  • 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
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This tablet has a higher contrast ratio than the average tablet (1409:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet contrast ratio is 1015:1.
    1,409:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 50% higher touch sampling rate
    This tablet has a higher touch sampling rate than the average tablet (180 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average tablet has touch sampling rate of 120 Hz.
    180 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 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.
  • Supports fast charging
    This tablet supports fast charging, the average tablet does not. 49.7% of tablets feature fast charging.
  • Includes battery health monitoring
    This tablet features battery health monitoring, the average tablet does not. 37% of tablets include battery health tools.
  • 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
  • 3 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (7 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    7 hours vs 10 hours
  • No manual white balance
    This tablet does not allow manual white balance adjustments, the average tablet does. 51.6% of tablets include white balance controls.
  • Less durable display glass
    This tablet uses weaker display glass than the average tablet (Chemically Strengthened Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass). Display glass choice still varies across tablets.
    Chemically Strengthened Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • No BSI sensor
    This tablet lacks a BSI sensor, the average tablet has one. 52.6% of tablets use BSI sensors for better low-light shots.
  • 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
  • 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
  • Less durable display glass
    This tablet uses weaker display glass than the average tablet (Chemically Strengthened Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass). Display glass choice still varies across tablets.
    Chemically Strengthened Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • 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
  • No manual white balance
    This tablet does not allow manual white balance adjustments, the average tablet does. 51.6% of tablets include white balance controls.
  • No BSI sensor
    This tablet lacks a BSI sensor, the average tablet has one. 52.6% of tablets use BSI sensors for better low-light shots.
  • 3 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (7 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    7 hours vs 10 hours
  • 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 HDMI output
    This tablet does not have an HDMI output, the average tablet does. 50.1% of tablets support HDMI output.

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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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pcmag.com
28/03/2024
Summary of the review
androidauthority.com
13/02/2025
Hands-on review · Budget tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab A9 Plus suits home streaming and cooking, with a smooth 90Hz screen and longer software support, but it charges slowly at 15W.
digitalcitizen.life
13/08/2025
Written review · Budget family tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab A9+ suits families and light productivity, with 5G, Samsung DeX and long software support, though slow charging and weak cameras hold it back.
mobilesyrup.com
20/03/2024
Everyday use test · Entry-level tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab A9 Plus is a capable entry-level tablet for browsing, video and casual games, held back by a USB 2.0 port that rules out external monitors.
uk.pcmag.com
28/03/2024
Lab test · Affordable Android tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab A9+ is a well-built, affordable tablet with a big screen for streaming, held back by low base storage and no fingerprint sensor.
androidpolice.com
27/03/2024
Everyday review · Budget tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab A9+ is a well-built budget tablet with good multitasking and battery life, but get the 8GB RAM version, as the 4GB model is sluggish.
techadvisor.com
13/12/2023
Expert review · Large-screen Android tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab A9+ is a polished tablet for streaming and daily tasks, but slow charging, poor cameras and a battery that trails rivals hold it back.
bgr.com
05/05/2024
Long-term use · Budget tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ suits streaming and light tasks: its metal build and 90Hz screen impress, but the LCD, camera and slow charging hold it back.
pocket-lint.com
25/04/2024
Hands-on test · Entertainment tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab A9+ is a good streaming and casual gaming tablet for the money, but weak multitasking and cameras make it a poor choice for school or work.
me.pcmag.com
28/03/2024
Lab test · Budget tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ is a solid budget tablet with a large, smooth 90Hz screen and loud speakers, and its few flaws can be overlooked at this price.
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notebookcheck.net
20/02/2024
Summary of the review
computerbild.de
13/01/2026
Daily-use test · Budget Android tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab A9+ is a sturdy budget tablet with a good screen and long battery life, but it slows with demanding apps and is short on storage.
C
chip.de
09/04/2025
Summary of the review
heise.de
24/04/2024
Lab test · Value tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab A9+ is one of the best value budget tablets, with a bright 90Hz screen, long battery life and years of updates, but storage and charging hold it back.
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lesnumeriques.com
20/12/2023
Summary of the review
01net.com
04/01/2024
Lab test · Family tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab A9+ suits family use thanks to its 11-inch screen and long battery life, but an average display, weak photos and slow performance hold it back.
notebookcheck.biz
19/02/2024
Lab test · Budget tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab A9+ suits budget buyers who want smooth 90Hz video and years of updates, though its 64GB base model is cramped and its main camera is weak.
francoischarron.com
09/07/2025
Hands-on test · Light-use tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab A9+ is a light, affordable tablet for films, web and light games, but heavy games, video editing and cameras are beyond it.
T
test-aankoop.be
07/03/2024
Summary of the review
androidplanet.nl
11/01/2024
Hands-on review · Budget tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab A9+ is a good budget tablet with a thin metal body and a smooth 90Hz screen, suited to media, though Chrome sometimes stutters.

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 Cellular (8GB + 128GB)

  • Affordable price point offering great value for a 11-inch tablet
  • Smooth 90Hz refresh rate display that enhances scrolling and media viewing
  • Impressive quad-speaker system with Dolby Atmos for rich audio quality
  • Strong battery life that can last several days with light to moderate use
  • Sleek and sturdy design that feels more premium than its budget category
  • Support for Samsung DeX and multi-window features for enhanced productivity
  • Expandable storage via microSD card slot up to 1TB

What customers don't like about Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus Cellular (8GB + 128GB)

  • Painfully slow 15W charging that can take over 3 hours for a full charge
  • Performance lag and stuttering on the base 4GB RAM model; many users recommend the 8GB version
  • Low base internal storage of 64GB on the standard model
  • TFT LCD screen lacks the deep blacks and contrast of OLED panels
  • Lack of a fingerprint sensor, relying instead on less secure face unlock or PINs
  • Underwhelming camera quality and lack of a rear flash
  • No IP rating for dust or water resistance

Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ Cellular (8GB + 128GB) is a versatile 11-inch budget tablet featuring a 1920 x 1200 resolution LCD with a smooth 90Hz refresh rate and a sleek 6.9mm metal unibody design. Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G chipset, this specific variant offers enhanced multitasking and responsiveness due to its higher 8GB of RAM and spacious 128GB of internal storage, which is further expandable up to 1TB via microSD. Key characteristics include quad speakers with Dolby Atmos, a 7,040mAh battery, and built-in 5G/LTE connectivity for mobile data. Main pros are its impressive value for money, loud audio output, and the inclusion of Samsung DeX for a desktop-like productivity experience. Notable cons include slow 15W charging speeds, the absence of a fingerprint sensor for biometrics, and a display that can lack vibrancy compared to higher-end OLED panels.

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