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Amazon Fire Max 11 vs Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra

Updated Apr 2026tablets
Amazon Fire Max 11
Amazon
Amazon Fire Max 11
$230
7.1/10
VS
Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra
Samsung
Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra
$1,099
9.0/10
Winner

The Verdict

Samsung's Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra commands a premium with its 14.6-inch Super AMOLED display boasting 2960x1848 resolution and 120Hz refresh rate, dramatically outpacing the Fire Max 11's modest 2000x1200 LCD panel. Processing power heavily favors Samsung, pairing Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 with up to 16GB RAM versus MediaTek MT8188J with 4GB. Both tablets deliver identical 14-hour battery life despite the Tab S8 Ultra's 11200mAh capacity handling a larger screen. Samsung includes S Pen, DeX connectivity, and superior software longevity with promised Android 15 updates. Fire Max 11 excels in affordability and portability at 490g, plus microSD expansion and Fire OS ecosystem integration for media consumption. Storage options (up to 512GB) and display quality create an unbridgeable gulf between these devices. Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra justifies its premium for professionals and creatives; Fire Max 11 remains sensible for casual users prioritizing budget.

ValueMax 11
BatteryTie
DisplayS8 Ultra
SoftwareS8 Ultra
PerformanceS8 Ultra

Who Should Buy

Buy the Amazon Fire Max 11 if…

  • Excellent value at under $230
  • Premium aluminum build, best Fire tablet yet
  • Sharp 2K 11-inch display

Buy the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra if…

  • Massive 14.6" Super AMOLED screen is unmatched for media and multitasking
  • S Pen included in the box with low 2.8 ms latency
  • Samsung DeX provides a desktop-like experience

Category Scores

Amazon Fire Max 11
Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra
Value
8.9
6.5
Battery
7.4
7.4
Display
6.2
9.4
Software
7.5
8.8
Performance
6.8
9.2

Pros & Cons

Amazon Fire Max 11

Pros

  • Excellent value at under $230
  • Premium aluminum build, best Fire tablet yet
  • Sharp 2K 11-inch display
  • MicroSD expansion up to 1 TB
  • Long 14-hour battery life

Cons

  • Fire OS lacks Google Play Store officially
  • Only 60Hz refresh rate
  • Modest 4 GB RAM
  • Lockscreen ads on standard model
  • Keyboard and stylus sold separately

Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra

Pros

  • Massive 14.6" Super AMOLED screen is unmatched for media and multitasking
  • S Pen included in the box with low 2.8 ms latency
  • Samsung DeX provides a desktop-like experience
  • Up to 16 GB RAM and 512 GB storage for power users
  • 120Hz refresh rate for smooth scrolling and pen input

Cons

  • Extremely large and heavy at 726 g — not pocketable
  • Display notch is distracting on a tablet this premium
  • Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 runs warm under sustained loads
  • Android tablet app ecosystem still trails iPadOS
  • $1,099+ is laptop territory pricing

Full Specifications

SpecAmazon Fire Max 11Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra
SoftwareFire OS 8 (Android 11 based)Android 12 (One UI 4.1, upgradable to One UI 6+)
Body
Weight490 g726 g (Wi-Fi)
Dimensions259.1 x 163.7 x 7.5 mm326.4 x 208.6 x 5.5 mm
Battery
Battery lifeUp to 14 hours mixed useUp to 14 hours video playback
Capacity7500 mAh11200 mAh
Cameras
Rear8 MP
Front camera8 MP
Display
Size11 inches14.6 inches
TypeLCDSuper AMOLED
Resolution2000 x 12002960 x 1848
Refresh rate60Hz120Hz
Storage
Storage options64 GB, 128 GB128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB
Expandable storage
Processor
RAM4 GB8 GB / 12 GB / 16 GB
ChipsetMediaTek MT8188J octa-coreQualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (Octa-core, Adreno 730)
Connectivity
USBUSB-C 2.0USB-C 3.2
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6Wi-Fi 6E
Cellular
Stylus Support

This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.

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