Lenovo Tab P11 (2nd Gen) vs Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra
The Verdict
Samsung's Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra dominates this comparison, offering a stunning 14.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with 2960 x 1848 resolution, far superior to the Lenovo's 11.5-inch IPS LCD panel. Processing power heavily favors Samsung with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy and up to 16GB RAM versus the Lenovo's MediaTek Helio G99 and 6GB maximum. Battery capacity and charging capabilities are substantially better on Samsung (11200 mAh, 45W charging vs 7700 mAh with standard charging). Samsung includes dual front and rear camera systems with IP68 water resistance, while Lenovo offers no cameras. Storage reaches 1TB on Samsung compared to 128GB maximum on Lenovo. However, the Lenovo Tab P11 Gen 2 delivers exceptional value at one-fifth the price, making it ideal for budget-conscious buyers seeking media consumption and light productivity. Samsung suits professionals and power users demanding flagship performance and premium features.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Lenovo Tab P11 (2nd Gen) if…
- →120Hz display is very smooth for scrolling and media at this price
- →Optional stylus and keyboard accessories for productivity
- →MicroSD card expansion for additional storage
Buy the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra if…
- →Massive 14.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED display with 120Hz
- →S Pen included in the box
- →IP68 dust and water resistance
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Lenovo Tab P11 (2nd Gen)
Pros
- 120Hz display is very smooth for scrolling and media at this price
- Optional stylus and keyboard accessories for productivity
- MicroSD card expansion for additional storage
- Quad speakers with Dolby Atmos for good audio
- Lightweight at 520 g for comfortable handheld use
Cons
- Helio G99 is a low-power chip — struggles with heavy apps
- 4 GB base RAM is tight for multitasking
- IPS LCD has limited contrast compared to AMOLED options
- USB-C 2.0 limits data transfer speeds
- Camera quality is poor for anything beyond video calls
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra
Pros
- Massive 14.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED display with 120Hz
- S Pen included in the box
- IP68 dust and water resistance
- Flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 performance
- MicroSD expansion and dual front cameras
Cons
- Very large form factor is not portable for everyone
- Premium price above $1,199
- Keyboard Book Cover sold separately
- Heavy at 732 g
Full Specifications
| Spec | Lenovo Tab P11 (2nd Gen) | Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 13 | Android 13 with One UI 5.1 (upgradable to Android 14) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 520 g | 732 g |
| Dimensions | 269.6 x 173.9 x 7.45 mm | 326.4 x 208.6 x 5.5 mm |
| IP rating | — | IP68 |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 10 hours | Up to 12 hours video playback, 45W wired charging |
| Capacity | 7700 mAh | 11200 mAh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 11.5 inches | 14.6 inches |
| Type | IPS LCD | Dynamic AMOLED 2X, HDR10+ |
| Resolution | 2000 x 1200 | 2960 x 1848 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Storage | ||
| Storage options | 64 GB, 128 GB | 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 4 GB / 6 GB | 12 GB / 16 GB LPDDR5X |
| Chipset | MediaTek Helio G99 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Cellular | ||
| Stylus Support | ||
| Cameras | ||
| Rear | — | 13 MP main + 8 MP ultrawide |
| Front camera | — | 12 MP + 12 MP ultrawide dual selfie |
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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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