Apple iPad Pro M4 11-inch vs Samsung Galaxy Tab S11
The Verdict
The Apple iPad Pro M4 11-inch and Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 sit in the same category and end up appealing to slightly different buyers. The Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 is the cheaper of the two at $800 versus $999, a difference of about $199. The Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 is the newer release, which usually means a faster chipset and longer software support. Apple iPad Pro M4 11-inch stands out for gorgeous tandem oled panel with excellent hdr performance, while Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 is praised for ip68 water and dust resistance for a tablet. Use the side-by-side spec table below to compare cameras, displays, battery life and connectivity in detail and decide which one fits your priorities.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Apple iPad Pro M4 11-inch if…
- →Gorgeous Tandem OLED panel with excellent HDR performance
- →Extremely thin and portable design
- →Apple M4 delivers desktop-class performance
Buy the Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 if…
- →IP68 water and dust resistance for a tablet
- →S Pen included in the box
- →Dimensity 9400+ delivers flagship performance
Pros & Cons
Apple iPad Pro M4 11-inch
Pros
- Gorgeous Tandem OLED panel with excellent HDR performance
- Extremely thin and portable design
- Apple M4 delivers desktop-class performance
- Compatible with Apple Pencil Pro and new Magic Keyboard
- Thunderbolt / USB 4 connectivity
Cons
- Premium pricing for the smaller screen variant
- Accessories are sold separately and pricey
- iPadOS multitasking still feels limited compared to macOS
- No Face ID in landscape limitations remain in some apps
Samsung Galaxy Tab S11
Pros
- IP68 water and dust resistance for a tablet
- S Pen included in the box
- Dimensity 9400+ delivers flagship performance
- MicroSD expansion up to 2TB
- Slim 5.5mm profile
Cons
- Starting price of $800 is steep for 11-inch tablet
- 13MP rear camera is basic for the price
- No HDMI or Thunderbolt port
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple iPad Pro M4 11-inch | Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | iPadOS 17 | Android 16, One UI 8 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 444 g (Wi-Fi) | 469 g |
| Dimensions | 249.7 x 177.5 x 5.3 mm | 253.8 x 165.3 x 5.5 mm |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 10 hours web on Wi-Fi | Up to 17 hours video |
| Capacity | — | 8400 mAh |
| Cameras | ||
| Rear | 12 MP wide | 13 MP, f/2.0, AF |
| Front camera | 12 MP ultrawide (landscape) | 12 MP, f/2.4, ultrawide |
| Display | ||
| Size | 11 inches | 11.0 inches |
| Type | Tandem OLED Ultra Retina XDR | Dynamic AMOLED 2X, HDR10+ |
| Resolution | 2420 x 1668 | 1600 x 2560 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz ProMotion | 120Hz |
| Storage | ||
| Storage options | 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, 2 TB |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 8 GB (256GB/512GB) / 16 GB (1TB/2TB) | 12 GB |
| Chipset | Apple M4 | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Thunderbolt / USB 4 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6E (tri-band) |
| Cellular | ||
| Stylus Support | ||
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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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