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Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Fe WiFi (6GB + 128GB) Review | 168 Data compared

Avg. price:~£330RAM capacity:6 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:10.9 inchesChipset:Exynos 1380

Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Fe WiFi (6GB + 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 S9 Fe WiFi (6GB + 128GB)
8.1/10

Overall score

Score
8.1/ 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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â–² Better than 84% of models
Score components

90%

8.0

Technical score

10%

9.1

User score

â–²Better than 84% of tablets
8.3

Value for money

Value for money
8.3/ 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 91% of models
Score components

70%

8.1

Overall score

30%

8.8

Price

★Better than 91%
8.0

Technical score

Technical score
8.0/ 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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â–² Better than 83% of models
Score components

22%

7.4

Performance

20%

7.0

Display

16%

8.1

Camera

14%

9.0

Battery

12%

8.3

Connectivity

8%

9.2

Software & Features

5%

8.7

Design

3%

6.9

Audio & Multimedia

â–²Better than 83%
9.1

User score

User score
9.1/ 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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★ Better than 90% of models
Score components

70%

9.1

User ratings

30%

9.0

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
★Better than 90%
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Technical Specifications of tablet Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Fe WiFi (6GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
8.0/ 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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â–² Better than 83% of models
Score components:

22%

7.4

Performance

20%

7.0

Display

16%

8.1

Camera

14%

9.0

Battery

12%

8.3

Connectivity

8%

9.2

Software & Features

5%

8.7

Design

3%

6.9

Audio & Multimedia

8.0
User score
User score
9.1/ 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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★ Better than 90% of models
Score components

70%

9.1

User ratings

30%

9.0

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
9.1
Popularity
Popularity
9.0/ 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 86% of models
Popularity:
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Fe WiFi (6GB + 128GB) has a user popularity of 9 points, which is lower than 86.2% of Tablets.
9.0
Value for money
Value for money
8.3/ 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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★ Better than 91% of models
Score components:

70%

8.1

Overall score

30%

8.8

Price

8.3
RAM capacity
6 GB
Market range: <2 GB – >12 GB
This tablet has a RAM capacity of 6 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 65.3% of tablets and equal to that of 7% of tablets.
Process node
5 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 5 nm process node, which is smaller than the node size used in 84.6% of tablets and equal to the node used in 3.6% of tablets.
Internal storage
128 GB
Market range: <0 GB – >250 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
982 points
Market range: <233 points – >2.3k points
This tablet scored 982 points in Geekbench 6 (single-core) which is higher than the score of 58.3% of tablets and equal to the score of 0.5% of tablets.
Chipset
Exynos 1380
This tablet uses the Exynos 1380 chipset, which is more advanced than the chipsets in 62.8% of tablets and equal to those in 0.4% of tablets.
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Screen resolution
2304×1440
This tablet has a screen resolution of 2304×1440 which is higher than that of 73% of tablets and equal to that of 0.2% of tablets.
Refresh rate
90 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >120 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
249 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 249 ppi which is higher than that of 67.3% of tablets and equal to that of 1.9% 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
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 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
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/1.9
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/1.9 which is wider than that of 82.2% of tablets and equal to that of 3.7% of tablets.
Optical zoom
1xxx
This tablet supports 1xx optical zoom which is higher than in 18.4% of tablets and equal to that in 80.7% of tablets.
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Battery capacity
8,000 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has a battery capacity of 8,000 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 70.6% of tablets and equal to those in 3.9% 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
18 hours
Market range: <6 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 18 hours, which is longer than that of 93.4% of tablets and equal to that of 2% 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
no
This tablet does not support on-device AI. 28.3% 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
523 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 523 g which is heavier than 60.4% of tablets and equal to the weight of 0.5% 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
3
Market range: <0 – >5
This tablet includes 3 microphones, which is more than in 87.8% of tablets and equal to the number in 5.2% of tablets.
aptX Adaptive
yes
This tablet supports aptX Adaptive. 93.1% of tablets offer this codec.
Dolby Atmos support
yes
This tablet supports Dolby Atmos. 68.6% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This tablet includes 2 speakers, which is more than in 9.8% of tablets and equal to the number in 60.9% 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 Fe WiFi (6GB + 128GB) vs the average tablet

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  • 8 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (18 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    video playback
    18 hours vs 10 hours
  • 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
  • Faster storage type
    This tablet uses UFS storage, while the average tablet uses eMMC. Storage technology still varies widely across tablets.
    UFS vs eMMC
  • 319 nits higher peak brightness
    This tablet has a higher peak brightness than the average tablet (720 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits peak brightness.
    720 nits vs 401 nits
  • More capable chipset
    This tablet uses the Exynos 1380 chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    Exynos 1,380 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 13.3% higher user score
    User score
    9.1/ 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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    the average tablet
    Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Fe WiFi (6GB + 128GB) has a higher user score than the average tablet (9.06 vs 8.000).
    9.06 vs 8
  • 16.8% better value for money
    Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Fe WiFi (6GB + 128GB) has better value for money than the average tablet (8.29 vs 7.1).
    8.29 vs 7.1
  • 86.3% more popular
    Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Fe WiFi (6GB + 128GB) is more popular than the average tablet (8.96 vs 4.8).
    8.96 vs 4.81
  • Faster storage type
    This tablet uses UFS storage, while the average tablet uses eMMC. Storage technology still varies widely across tablets.
    UFS vs eMMC
  • More capable chipset
    This tablet uses the Exynos 1380 chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    Exynos 1,380 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 2,400 MHz faster RAM speed
    This tablet has a higher RAM speed than the average tablet (4,266 MHz vs 1,866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1,866 MHz.
    4,266 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • 64.3% smaller process node
    This tablet uses a smaller process node than the average tablet (5 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet uses a process node of 14 nm.
    5 nm vs 14 nm
  • 20% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (2.4 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    2.4 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 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 GB more RAM
    This tablet has more RAM capacity than the average tablet (6 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    6 GB vs 4 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.
  • Better GPU
    This tablet uses the Mali-G68 MP5 GPU, while the average tablet uses Mali-G51. GPU choice is one of the main performance differences between tablets.
    Mali-G68 MP5 vs Mali-G51
  • 71.8% higher memory bandwidth
    This tablet has a higher memory bandwidth than the average tablet (25.6 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has memory bandwidth of 14.9 GB/s.
    25.6 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • 54.6% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This tablet achieves a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score than the average tablet (2,923 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    2,923 points vs 1,891 points
  • 34.7% higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This tablet achieves a higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score than the average tablet (982 points vs 729 points). The average tablet scores 729 points in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    982 points vs 729 points
  • 319 nits higher peak brightness
    This tablet has a higher peak brightness than the average tablet (720 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits peak brightness.
    720 nits vs 401 nits
  • 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.
  • Wider color gamut
    This tablet supports a wider color gamut than the average tablet (DCI-P3 vs sRGB). The average tablet covers sRGB color gamut.
    DCI-P3 vs sRGB
  • Higher screen resolution
    This tablet has a higher screen resolution than the average tablet (2304×1440 vs 1920×1200). The average tablet resolution is 1920×1200.
    2304×1440 vs 1920×1200
  • 0.8 inches larger screen size
    This tablet has a higher screen size than the average tablet (10.9 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet has screen size of 10.1 inches.
    10.9 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 11.2% higher pixel density
    This tablet has a higher pixel density than the average tablet (249 ppi vs 224 ppi). The average tablet has pixel density of 224 ppi.
    249 ppi vs 224 ppi
  • 28 ppi higher screen sharpness
    This tablet has a higher screen sharpness than the average tablet (249 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has screen sharpness of 221 ppi.
    249 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • 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
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This tablet has a better main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/1.9 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 main camera aperture.
    f/1.9 vs f/2.2
  • 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.
  • 8 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (18 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    video playback
    18 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.
  • Includes battery health monitoring
    This tablet features battery health monitoring, the average tablet does not. 37% of tablets include battery health tools.
  • 21.6% larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a higher battery capacity than the average tablet (8,000 mAh vs 6,580 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6,580 mAh.
    8,000 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 Wi-Fi version
    This tablet supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average tablet (Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)). The average tablet uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac).
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
  • 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.
    Side-mounted 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
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 1.5 mm thinner
    This tablet is thinner than the average tablet (6.5 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8.0 mm thick.
    6.5 mm vs 8.0 mm
  • 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
  • 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 microphone/s
    This tablet has more microphones than the average tablet (3 vs 1). The average tablet has 1 microphones.
    3 vs 1
  • 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.
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    This tablet supports aptX Adaptive, the average tablet does not. 6.9% of tablets include aptX Adaptive support.
  • Supports aptX Low Latency
    This tablet supports aptX Low Latency, the average tablet does not. 2.6% of tablets support aptX Low Latency.
  • 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
  • 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.
  • No HDMI output
    This tablet does not have an HDMI output, the average tablet does. 50.1% of tablets support HDMI output.
  • 6.7% heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (523 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    523 g vs 490 g
  • Lower contrast ratio
    This tablet has a lower contrast ratio than the average tablet (1000:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    1,000:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 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
  • Lower contrast ratio
    This tablet has a lower contrast ratio than the average tablet (1000:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    1,000:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 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 HDMI output
    This tablet does not have an HDMI output, the average tablet does. 50.1% of tablets support HDMI output.
  • 6.7% heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (523 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    523 g vs 490 g
  • 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

9.0
Mark Franks Tech Reviews
≈ estimated
05/01/2025
Hands-on review · everyday use, screen and speakers
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE WiFi is great value for the money, a good all-round tablet that should stay relevant for years.
8.0
Android Digest
≈ estimated
20/09/2024
Long-term review · daily use and sale price check
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE WiFi is worth buying at sale prices, not at full retail price, with clear compromises on screen and speed.
9.0
Android Digest
≈ estimated
04/05/2024
Long-term review · six months of use and updated thoughts
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE WiFi is still a good buy, especially on sale, though not perfect and facing strong competition.
8.0
My Next Tablet
≈ estimated
21/11/2023
Long-term test · battery, editing and gaming tests
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE WiFi is a really good overall package, though benchmark and gaming performance trail rival tablets.
9.0
Shane Symonds
≈ estimated
18/11/2023
Month-long review · daily use, DeX, gaming and keyboard tests
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE WiFi impresses for the money, with a richer feature set than budget tablets.
8.0
Ivan Kam
≈ estimated
22/10/2023
Hands-on review · battery, accessories and daily use
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE WiFi is recommended for students and casual users, though not for everyone, given its display and raw performance limits.
9.0
FishBee Productions
≈ estimated
13/10/2023
First look · unboxing, features and battery test
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE WiFi has a nice build, decent performance and a better-than-expected screen, likely popular once on sale.
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Expert reviews

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techadvisor.com
13/11/2023
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Tech Advisor - Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE Review: Mid-range Tablet with Stylus
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trustedreviews.com
27/11/2023
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Trusted Reviews - Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE Review
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geekzone.co.nz
17/12/2023
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Samsung Tab S9 FE Review
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9to5google.com
09/11/2023
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Review: The Galaxy Tab S9 FE is all the tablet you'll ever need
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mynexttablet.com
18/03/2026
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE: My Full Review After 30 Days
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chip.de
16/01/2024
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computerbild.de
10/11/2023
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE im Test: Günstig und echt gut!
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digitec.ch
10/01/2024
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE: Fan Edition punktet mit Preis und Ausdauer
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pcwelt.de
20/11/2023
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galaxus.at
10/01/2024
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE im Test – Fan-Edition punktet mit Preis und Ausdauer
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heise.de
20/12/2023
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE im Test: Günstige Alternative zu Tab S9 & iPad
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nextpit.fr
07/11/2023
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Test des Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE et S9 FE +: Des Galaxy Tab A maquillées en Galaxy Tab S
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lesnumeriques.com
21/11/2023
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Test Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE : l'alternative à l'iPad (presque) sans compromis
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clubic.com
21/11/2023
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Test Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE : un rapport qualité-prix discutable
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journaldugeek.com
23/11/2023
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Test de la Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE : pas si milieu de gamme
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zdnet.fr
25/04/2024
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Test Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE : cette tablette pourrait bien être celle que vous emporterez en vacances
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01net.com
16/10/2023
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Fiche technique et test Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE
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presse-citron.net
08/12/2023
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Faut-il acheter la tablette Galaxy Tab S9 FE de Samsung ?
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digitec.ch
2023
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galaxus.it
10/01/2024
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Third-party reviews

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Reviews last updated: November 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Fe WiFi (6GB + 128GB)

  • High-quality, durable build with IP68 water and dust resistance, a rare feature in mid-range tablets
  • Included S Pen stylus provides a premium, responsive drawing and writing experience right out of the box
  • Long-lasting battery life capable of a full day of use or multi-day potential with light tasks
  • Bright, fluid 90Hz display that remains clear even in well-lit indoor environments
  • Strong integration with the Samsung ecosystem, including features like Multi Window and seamless device switching
  • Loud and clear stereo speakers tuned by AKG that provide good sound quality for media consumption

What customers don't like about Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Fe WiFi (6GB + 128GB)

  • Occasional UI stutters and lag, especially when opening apps or multitasking under load
  • Exynos 1380 processor struggles with high-end gaming and can become uncomfortably warm
  • Lack of an AMOLED panel; the LCD display lacks the deep blacks and HDR support of higher-end models
  • Fingerprint sensor integrated into the power button can be finicky, particularly in landscape mode
  • USB-C port is 2.0 and does not support video output for external displays through Samsung DeX
  • Camera quality is relatively poor, producing soft or washed-out images suitable only for basic tasks

Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE WiFi is a mid-range 10.9-inch tablet powered by the octa-core Exynos 1380 processor, paired with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of expandable storage. It features a bright WUXGA+ (2304 x 1440) LCD with a smooth 90Hz adaptive refresh rate and is uniquely durable for its class with an IP68 water and dust resistance rating. Main pros include the inclusion of a pressure-sensitive S Pen in the box, a long-lasting 8,000mAh battery supporting 45W fast charging, and high-quality AKG-tuned stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos. However, some cons include the lack of a more vibrant OLED panel found on flagship models, occasional performance stutters during high-end gaming or heavy multitasking, and the absence of a dedicated headphone jack.

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