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Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G (12GB + 256GB) Review | 168 Data compared

Avg. price:~£540RAM capacity:12 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:11 inchesChipset:Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2

Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G (12GB + 256GB) 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 S9 5G (12GB + 256GB)
9.0/10

Overall score

Score
9.0/ 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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★ Better than 99% of models
Score components

90%

9.1

Technical score

10%

8.1

User score

★Better than 99% of tablets
8.6

Value for money

Value for money
8.6/ 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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★ Better than 97% of models
Score components

70%

9.0

Overall score

30%

7.7

Price

★Better than 97%
9.1

Technical score

Technical score
9.1/ 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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★ Better than 99% of models
Score components

22%

9.4

Performance

20%

8.7

Display

16%

9.1

Camera

14%

9.2

Battery

12%

9.0

Connectivity

8%

9.5

Software & Features

5%

8.8

Design

3%

8.1

Audio & Multimedia

★Better than 99%
8.1

User score

User score
8.1/ 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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â–² Better than 74% of models
Score components

70%

9.0

User ratings

30%

5.9

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–²Better than 74%
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Technical Specifications of tablet Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G (12GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
9.1/ 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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★ Better than 99% of models
Score components:

22%

9.4

Performance

20%

8.7

Display

16%

9.1

Camera

14%

9.2

Battery

12%

9.0

Connectivity

8%

9.5

Software & Features

5%

8.8

Design

3%

8.1

Audio & Multimedia

9.1
User score
User score
8.1/ 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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â–² Better than 74% of models
Score components

70%

9.0

User ratings

30%

5.9

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.1
Popularity
Popularity
5.9/ 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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â–² Better than 58% of models
Popularity:
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G (12GB + 256GB) has a user popularity of 5.9 points, which is lower than 58.1% of Tablets.
5.9
Value for money
Value for money
8.6/ 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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★ Better than 97% of models
Score components:

70%

9.0

Overall score

30%

7.7

Price

8.6
RAM capacity
12 GB
Market range: <2 GB – >12 GB
This tablet has a RAM capacity of 12 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 90.1% of tablets and equal to that of 6.1% of tablets.
Process node
4 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 4 nm process node, which is smaller than the node size used in 88.2% of tablets and equal to the node used in 8.5% of tablets.
Internal storage
256 GB
Market range: <0 GB – >250 GB
This tablet has an internal storage capacity of 256 GB which is larger than the storage of 76.5% of tablets and equal to that of 15.7% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
2082 points
Market range: <233 points – >2.3k points
This tablet scored 2082 points in Geekbench 6 (single-core) which is higher than the score of 84% of tablets.
Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
This tablet uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, which is more advanced than the chipsets in 94.9% of tablets and equal to those in 0.6% of tablets.
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Screen resolution
2560×1600
This tablet has a screen resolution of 2560×1600 which is higher than that of 77.6% of tablets and equal to that of 10.1% of tablets.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >120 Hz
This tablet supports a refresh rate of 120 Hz which is higher than in 80.4% of tablets and equal to that in 10.8% of tablets.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This tablet uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 92.5% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
274 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 274 ppi which is higher than that of 80.4% of tablets and equal to that of 2.3% of tablets.
Display glass type
Corning Gorilla Glass 5
This tablet uses Corning Gorilla Glass 5 display glass which is stronger than that on 93.8% of tablets and equal to that on 5.8% 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
13 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a main camera resolution of 13 MP which is higher than that of 74% of tablets and equal to that of 21.6% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
12 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera resolution of 12 MP which is higher than in 90% of tablets and equal to that in 6.2% 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
8,400 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has a battery capacity of 8,400 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 78.7% of tablets and equal to those in 0.4% of tablets.
Charging speed
45 W
Market range: <10 W – >60 W
This tablet supports charging speeds of 45 W which is faster than in 83.8% of tablets and equal to speeds in 6.7% of tablets.
Battery life
15 hours
Market range: <6 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 15 hours, which is longer than that of 85.6% of tablets and equal to that of 4.1% of tablets.
video playback
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
long
This tablet offers long update support, which is longer than the support period of 80% of tablets and equal to that of 20% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
yes
This tablet receives direct OS updates. 20.3% of tablets receive direct updates.
On-device AI
yes
This tablet supports on-device AI. 71.8% of tablets support this capability.
App tracking protection
no
This tablet does not include app tracking protection. 28.3% of tablets include app tracking protection.
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IP rating
IP68
This tablet has an IP rating of IP68 which is higher than that of 94.8% of tablets and equal to that of 3.5% of tablets.
Weight
498 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 498 g which is heavier than 52.2% of tablets and equal to the weight of 0.9% 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
2.8 ms
Market range: <2 ms – >26 ms
This tablet has a pen latency of 2.8 ms, which is lower than that of 77% of tablets and equal to that of 11.5% of tablets.
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Number of microphones
?
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
Market range: <1 – >6
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 S9 5G (12GB + 256GB) vs the average tablet

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  • More capable chipset
    This tablet uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 2x higher refresh rate
    This tablet has a higher refresh rate than the average tablet (120 Hz vs 60 Hz). The average tablet has refresh rate of 60 Hz.
    120 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • 5 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (15 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    video playback
    15 hours vs 10 hours
  • 68% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (3.4 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    3.36 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • Better display type
    This tablet features a better display type than the average tablet (OLED/AMOLED vs IPS LCD). The average tablet uses IPS LCD display technology.
    OLED/AMOLED vs IPS LCD
  • 8 GB more RAM
    This tablet has more RAM capacity than the average tablet (12 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 4 GB
  • Better GPU
    This tablet uses the Adreno 740 GPU, while the average tablet uses Mali-G51. GPU choice is one of the main performance differences between tablets.
    Adreno 740 vs Mali-G51
  • 4x more storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (256 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet provides 64 GB of internal storage.
    256 GB vs 64 GB
  • 21% better value for money
    Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G (12GB + 256GB) has better value for money than the average tablet (8.59 vs 7.1).
    8.59 vs 7.1
  • More capable chipset
    This tablet uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 68% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (3.4 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    3.36 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 8 GB more RAM
    This tablet has more RAM capacity than the average tablet (12 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 4 GB
  • Better GPU
    This tablet uses the Adreno 740 GPU, while the average tablet uses Mali-G51. GPU choice is one of the main performance differences between tablets.
    Adreno 740 vs Mali-G51
  • 4x more storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (256 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet provides 64 GB of internal storage.
    256 GB vs 64 GB
  • Faster storage type
    This tablet uses UFS storage, while the average tablet uses eMMC. Storage technology still varies widely across tablets.
    UFS vs eMMC
  • 2.86x higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This tablet achieves a higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score than the average tablet (2082 points vs 729 points). The average tablet scores 729 points in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    2,082 points vs 729 points
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This tablet supports a newer DDR version than the average tablet (LPDDR5X vs LPDDR3). The average DDR version is LPDDR3.
    LPDDR5X vs LPDDR3
  • 6,667 MHz faster RAM speed
    This tablet has a higher RAM speed than the average tablet (8533 MHz vs 1866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1866 MHz.
    8,533 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • 4.3x higher memory bandwidth
    This tablet has a higher memory bandwidth than the average tablet (64 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has memory bandwidth of 14.9 GB/s.
    64 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • 71.4% smaller process node
    This tablet uses a smaller process node than the average tablet (4 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet uses a process node of 14 nm.
    4 nm vs 14 nm
  • 28 more GPU execution units
    This tablet has more GPU execution units than the average tablet (32 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    32 vs 4
  • 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.
  • 2x higher refresh rate
    This tablet has a higher refresh rate than the average tablet (120 Hz vs 60 Hz). The average tablet has refresh rate of 60 Hz.
    120 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • Better display type
    This tablet features a better display type than the average tablet (OLED/AMOLED vs IPS LCD). The average tablet uses IPS LCD display technology.
    OLED/AMOLED vs IPS LCD
  • 349 nits higher peak brightness
    This tablet has a higher peak brightness than the average tablet (750 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits peak brightness.
    750 nits vs 401 nits
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This tablet has a higher contrast ratio than the average tablet (2,000,000:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet contrast ratio is 1015:1.
    2,000,000:1 vs 1,015:1
  • Supports adaptive refresh rate
    This tablet has adaptive refresh rate, the average tablet does not. 17.6% of tablets support adaptive refresh rate.
  • Higher screen resolution
    This tablet has a higher screen resolution than the average tablet (2560×1600 vs 1920×1200). The average tablet resolution is 1920×1200.
    2560×1600 vs 1920×1200
  • Includes anti-reflection coating
    This tablet has anti-reflection coating, the average tablet does not. 24.7% of tablets use anti-reflection coating.
  • 22.3% higher pixel density
    This tablet has a higher pixel density than the average tablet (274 ppi vs 224 ppi). The average tablet has pixel density of 224 ppi.
    274 ppi vs 224 ppi
  • 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
  • More durable display glass
    This tablet uses better display glass than the average tablet (Corning Gorilla Glass 5 vs Corning Gorilla Glass). Display glass choice still varies across tablets.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 5 vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • Supports HDR10+ support
    This tablet supports HDR10+, the average tablet does not. 8% of tablets include HDR10+ support.
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This tablet supports HDR10, the average tablet does not. 21.8% of tablets are HDR10 compatible.
  • 53 ppi higher screen sharpness
    This tablet has a higher screen sharpness than the average tablet (274 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has screen sharpness of 221 ppi.
    274 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • 20 nits higher typical brightness
    This tablet has a higher typical brightness than the average tablet (420 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    420 nits vs 400 nits
  • 2x higher touch sampling rate
    This tablet has a higher touch sampling rate than the average tablet (240 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average tablet has touch sampling rate of 120 Hz.
    240 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 240 Hz higher PWM dimming frequency
    This tablet has a higher PWM dimming frequency than the average tablet (240 Hz vs 0 Hz). The average tablet has PWM dimming frequency of 0 Hz.
    240 Hz vs 0 Hz
  • 7 MP higher front camera megapixels
    This tablet has more front camera megapixels than the average tablet (12 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has 5 MP front camera resolution.
    12 MP vs 5 MP
  • Better main-camera video
    This tablet supports better main-camera video recording than the average tablet (2160x30 fps vs 1080x30 fps). The average tablet supports 1080x30 fps main-camera video recording.
    2160x30 fps vs 1080x30 fps
  • 5 MP higher main camera megapixels
    This tablet has a higher main camera resolution than the average tablet (13 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet main camera has 8 MP megapixels.
    13 MP vs 8 MP
  • Supports PDAF
    This tablet supports PDAF, the average tablet does not. 28.1% of tablets support PDAF.
  • Allows manual shutter speed
    This tablet allows manual shutter speed control, the average tablet does not. 21.9% of tablets offer manual shutter speed control.
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    This tablet supports HDR10 video recording, the average tablet does not. 1.4% of tablets support HDR10.
  • 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.
  • Includes flash
    This tablet features a built-in flash, the average tablet does not. 45.2% of tablets include a flash.
  • 5 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (15 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    video playback
    15 hours vs 10 hours
  • 2.5x faster charging speed
    This tablet supports faster charging than the average tablet (45 W vs 18 W). The average tablet supports charging speed of 18 W.
    45 W vs 18 W
  • Supports fast charging
    This tablet supports fast charging, the average tablet does not. 49.7% of tablets feature fast charging.
  • 27.7% larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a higher battery capacity than the average tablet (8400 mAh vs 6580 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6580 mAh.
    8,400 mAh vs 6,580 mAh
  • Includes battery health monitoring
    This tablet features battery health monitoring, the average tablet does not. 37% of tablets include battery health tools.
  • Supports 5G connectivity
    This tablet supports 5G connectivity, the average tablet does not. 11.1% of tablets are 5G compatible.
  • Supports DisplayPort over USB-C
    This tablet supports DisplayPort over USB-C, the average tablet does not. 21.5% of tablets support DisplayPort over USB-C.
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This tablet supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average tablet (Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)). The average tablet uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac).
    Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
  • Supports eSIM
    This tablet supports eSIM, the average tablet does not. 11.5% of tablets support eSIM.
  • More Wi-Fi bands
    This tablet supports more Wi-Fi bands than the average tablet (2.4GHz/5GHz/6GHz vs 2.4GHz/5GHz). The average tablet supports 2.4GHz/5GHz Wi-Fi bands.
    2.4GHz/5GHz/6GHz vs 2.4GHz/5GHz
  • Newer USB version
    This tablet supports a newer USB version than the average tablet (USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2). The average tablet uses USB USB 2.0.
    USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2.0
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This tablet supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average tablet (5.3 vs 5). The average tablet uses Bluetooth 5.0.
    5.3 vs 5.0
  • Includes fingerprint scanner
    This tablet offers a better fingerprint scanner setup than the average tablet (yes vs no). Fingerprint scanner quality still varies a lot between tablets.
    Under-display fingerprint scanner.
  • Longer update support
    This tablet offers longer update support than the average tablet (long vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    long vs medium
  • Includes on-device AI
    This tablet includes on-device AI, the average tablet does not. 28.3% of tablets include on-device AI.
  • Supports live text recognition
    This tablet supports live text recognition, the average tablet does not. 34.9% of tablets can recognize text from images.
  • 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.
  • Higher IP rating
    This tablet has a better IP rating than the average tablet (IP68 vs not rated). Water and dust protection are still uncommon on tablets.
    IP68 vs not rated
  • Includes stylus
    This tablet includes a stylus, the average tablet does not. 16.9% of tablets come with a stylus.
  • 2.1 mm thinner
    This tablet is thinner than the average tablet (5.9 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8.0 mm thick.
    5.9 mm vs 8.0 mm
  • Suitable for drawing
    This tablet is suitable for drawing, the average tablet is not. 41% of tablets are suitable for drawing.
  • Supports stylus tilt
    This tablet supports stylus tilt, the average tablet does not. 33.6% of tablets support stylus tilt.
  • 6.2 ms lower pen latency
    This tablet has lower pen latency than the average tablet (2.8 ms vs 9 ms). The average tablet has pen latency of 9 ms.
    2.8 ms vs 9 ms
  • 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).
    August 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.
  • Supports LDAC
    This tablet supports LDAC, the average tablet does not. 25.2% of tablets support LDAC.
  • Supports Bluetooth LE Audio
    This tablet supports Bluetooth LE Audio, the average tablet does not. 11.5% of tablets support Bluetooth LE Audio.
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This tablet has a worse front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 front camera aperture.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • No 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This tablet does not have a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average tablet does. 72.9% of tablets include a headphone jack.
  • 53.8% slower GPU clock
    This tablet has a lower GPU frequency than the average tablet (300 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet has GPU frequency of 650 MHz.
    300 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • 2.08x more expensive
    Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G (12GB + 256GB) is more expensive than the average tablet (£540 vs £260).
    £540 vs £260
  • 2.08x more expensive
    Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G (12GB + 256GB) is more expensive than the average tablet (£540 vs £260).
    £540 vs £260
  • 53.8% slower GPU clock
    This tablet has a lower GPU frequency than the average tablet (300 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet has GPU frequency of 650 MHz.
    300 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This tablet has a worse front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 front camera aperture.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • No 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This tablet does not have a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average tablet does. 72.9% of tablets include a headphone jack.

Video reviews

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

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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droid-life.com
02/03/2026
Summary of the review
Samsung's Galaxy Tab S9 was Easily the Right Choice YouTube
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androidauthority.com
15/10/2024
Summary of the review
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 review: Should you buy it?
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tomsguide.com
08/02/2024
Summary of the review
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 review - Tom's Guide
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notebookcheck.net
14/10/2023
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Review summary of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9: 11-inch OLED tablet with endless performance
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wired.com
11/08/2023
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techradar.com
26/07/2023
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expertreviews.co.uk
26/03/2024
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 review: An Android tablet in a league of its own
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phonearena.com
29/05/2024
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Review: Now that's an iPad competitor
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trustedreviews.com
15/11/2023
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Review - Trusted Reviews
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eu.community.samsung.com
21/05/2024
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Testbericht zum Samsung Galaxy Tab S9
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pcwelt.de
14/10/2023
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Galaxy Tab S9 im Test: Schnelles Android-Tablet mit hervorragendem Display
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heise.de
04/12/2024
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 im Test: Das beste 11-Zoll-Tablet mit Android
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chip.de
18/08/2023
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Test | CHIP
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notebookcheck.com
11/10/2023
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Testfazit zum Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 - 11-Zoll-OLED-Tablet mit Leistung ohne Ende
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chip.de
30/09/2025
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 und S9+ im Test: Lohnt sich das Upgrade
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computerbild.de
10/08/2023
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 im Test: Das kleine S9 hat nun ein AMOLED-Display
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androidworld.nl
08/09/2023
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra review: ultieme eindbaas ook qua prijs
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notebookcheck.nl
10/10/2023
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G test: Krachtige allrounder met OLED
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tweakers.net
07/09/2023
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Luxe tablets of eenvoudige laptops? Galaxy Tab S9, S9+ en S9 Ultra
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galaxyclub.nl
09/08/2023
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What we like about Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G (12GB + 256GB)

  • High-quality Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with 120Hz refresh rate
  • Powerful Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy processor providing fast, smooth performance
  • Included S Pen stylus in the box
  • IP68 water and dust resistance rating
  • Loud and clear quad speakers with Dolby Atmos support
  • Support for expandable storage via a Micro SD card
  • Excellent multitasking features including Samsung DeX mode

What we don't like about Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G (12GB + 256GB)

  • High retail price compared to other Android tablets
  • Battery life is shorter than the previous model (Tab S8)
  • Charger (power brick) is not included in the box
  • Android app selection is still perceived as inferior to iPadOS for some tasks
  • Screen is reflective and easily attracts fingerprints
  • 16:10 aspect ratio can feel cramped for web browsing in landscape mode

Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G (12GB + 256GB) is a premium 11-inch tablet featuring a vibrant Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a high-performance Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy processor. This specific configuration offers 12GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage (expandable via microSD up to 1TB), housed in a durable armor aluminum frame with an IP68 water and dust resistance rating. Main pros include its exceptionally bright and sharp screen, the inclusion of the low-latency S Pen in the box, and versatile productivity features like Samsung DeX and 5G connectivity. However, notable cons include the lack of an included charging brick, the absence of a 3.5mm headphone jack, and battery life that, while solid, can be drained quickly by high-brightness AMOLED use or demanding gaming.

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