Nokia T21 vs Samsung Galaxy Tab S11
The Verdict
The Nokia T21 and Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 sit in the same category and end up appealing to slightly different buyers. The Nokia T21 is the cheaper of the two at $249 versus $800, a difference of about $551. The Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 is the newer release, which usually means a faster chipset and longer software support. Nokia T21 stands out for 2k display at $249 is competitive for a branded tablet, 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 Nokia T21 if…
- →2K display at $249 is competitive for a branded tablet
- →8200 mAh battery handles a full day of mixed use
- →MicroSD expansion up to 512 GB
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
Nokia T21
Pros
- 2K display at $249 is competitive for a branded tablet
- 8200 mAh battery handles a full day of mixed use
- MicroSD expansion up to 512 GB
- Cellular connectivity option available
- Aluminum build feels premium at the budget price
Cons
- Unisoc T612 chip is slow — noticeable lag in apps
- Android 12 with limited update commitment
- 60Hz display feels dated
- 4 GB RAM limits app switching and multitasking
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 | Nokia T21 | Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 12 | Android 16, One UI 8 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 465 g | 469 g |
| Dimensions | 247.6 x 157.5 x 7.5 mm | 253.8 x 165.3 x 5.5 mm |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 10 hours browsing | Up to 17 hours video |
| Capacity | 8200 mAh | 8400 mAh |
| Cameras | ||
| Rear | 8 MP | 13 MP, f/2.0, AF |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP, f/2.4, ultrawide |
| Display | ||
| Size | 10.4 inches | 11.0 inches |
| Type | IPS LCD | Dynamic AMOLED 2X, HDR10+ |
| Resolution | 2000 x 1200 | 1600 x 2560 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 120Hz |
| Storage | ||
| Storage options | 64 GB, 128 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, 2 TB |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 12 GB |
| Chipset | Unisoc T612 | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | 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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