Samsung's sleek tablet resembles Apple's latest premium iPad in many respects, featuring high-grade aluminium casing and angular edges.
Its current Snapdragon processor effortlessly glides through multiple apps. Furthermore, its camera performs admirably, even under bright lighting; photos look rich and detailed.
Samsung DeX, an immersive desktop mode using a keyboard accessory to resizable app windows and taskbar. Furthermore, this device comes equipped with a USB-C port to deliver power and data simultaneously.
Samsung's Galaxy Tab S9 provides an attractive OLED screen with an extremely quick response rate - one of the fastest we have measured on any tablet device.
Samsung's tablet offers excellent viewing angles, though readability suffers at steep angles. Samsung's software makes running multiple apps simultaneously effortless while Dex mode can turn any tablet into an immersive desktop experience when used with keyboard and mouse.
However, the Tab S9 may not be an ideal replacement for a laptop in terms of productivity or work. Its screen is smaller than either iPad Pro 11 or OnePlus Pad's display and Samsung's 16:10 aspect ratio makes web browsing feel cramped when used for anything other than basic side-by-side apps.
Though the Samsung Tab A is more expensive than some alternatives such as Pixel Tab and iPad Air, its inclusion of a stylus makes it a better option than either device and gives users access to apps and features exclusive to Samsung that won't be found elsewhere on Android tablets. Plus it comes packed with apps from their ecosystem if you are already immersed in it.
The 13MP main camera and 8MP ultra-wide rear shooter deliver an enjoyable photography experience, with vibrant colors and good details. However, these cameras reach their limitations when zooming in or being used in low light conditions; unfortunately there's no wide aperture or pixel-binning technology that would enable better low light photography on smartphones.
On the front is a 12MP ultra-wide selfie camera for video calls and other purposes, plus support for slow-motion recording at both 720p and 1080p resolutions.
Samsung hasn't done much to advance tablet camera experience, yet theirs remains an acceptable offering given that most are rarely used for photographic purposes. Furthermore, this tablet comes equipped with additional features designed to make its use even easier within its ecosystem - GoodNotes, DeX mode and MultiControl are particularly beneficial if you use creative applications like LumaFusion and Clip Studio Paint; an IR blaster can come in handy if there are smart home devices nearby; plus S Pen features like being able to enlarge and scan documents are supported on this tablet as well.
Samsung's tablet lineup is one of the most reliable on Android, and their Galaxy Tab S9 tablets have not disappointed. Both the 11-inch Tab S9 and its larger sibling, Tab S9 Plus, offer premium design while being more portable than an iPad Pro running iOS. Furthermore, both offer considerable processing power underneath their sleek body designs.
Samsung includes its DeX feature in its Tab S9 line, enabling users to reposition apps for a more laptop-like experience. Furthermore, this company takes its tablet software seriously by including features that make managing and launching apps and windows simpler than competitors.
The Tab S9 boasts an 8,400mAh battery - 400mAh more than its predecessor - providing some of the longest endurance among Android tablets. Under moderate usage conditions, FT's testing showed it can run games for hours on end without overheating issues or charging problems arising. Furthermore, orientation-agnostic charging support makes for convenient usage.
Samsung's flagship tablet remains one of the best performers on Android platforms. Its processor easily handles work and entertainment tasks while its long-lasting battery allows for everyday life on the move.
The tablet features an 11-inch AMOLED display with bright, vivid colours and exceptional HDR performance. Our battery tests indicate it can last through a full day of usage; video content tends to drain its battery faster than web browsing and games.
There is one 13MP rear-facing camera equipped with an LED flash and one 12MP front-facing snapper compared to last year's model, which had two. Since cameras aren't an essential feature in tablets, Samsung's decision to stick with just one is understandable; other tablets such as OnePlus Pad and Google Pixel Tablet offer more versatile camera setups. Samsung also boasts excellent multitasking thanks to split-screen options and desktop-like Dex software; you can tile up to three apps at the same time on screen simultaneously using Dex software; each app occupying 50% of the total screen at once!
Samsung has enhanced the tablet display to create an even better reading experience. Their OLED display boasts higher black values and contrast, creating more natural images while slightly decreasing color accuracy compared to earlier models. There may also be PWM flicker visible for those with sensitive eyes.
The Tab S9 stands out with its lightweight, slim and high-quality construction; making it extremely user friendly to handle and hold. The aluminium frame provides superior support while its angular edges add an appealing premium look. Plus, thanks to relatively thin bezels, this tablet fits easily into a backpack without taking up too much room!
No matter your artistic ability or artistic pursuits, the Galaxy Tab S9 series was designed to stimulate spontaneity and maximise productivity. Multi Window allows up to three apps to be displayed simultaneously on an organised grid of easily adjustable windows; and Second Screen capabilities make collaboration more efficient in Skype or Google Meet calls with easy-to-follow cursors and Second Screen functionality.
All Galaxy Tab S9 series devices boast Dynamic AMOLED 2X screens for an immersive, engaging viewing experience with vibrant colors, super-smooth refresh rates of up to 120Hz and Dolby Atmos immersive sound. Furthermore, Vision Booster automatically adjusts brightness and contrast settings in any environment for optimal viewing pleasure.
