Realme Pad 2 vs Samsung Galaxy Tab S11
The Verdict
The Realme Pad 2 and Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 sit in the same category and end up appealing to slightly different buyers. The Realme Pad 2 is the cheaper of the two at $229 versus $800, a difference of about $571. The Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 is the newer release, which usually means a faster chipset and longer software support. Realme Pad 2 stands out for 120hz display at $229 is the cheapest 120hz tablet available, 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 Realme Pad 2 if…
- →120Hz display at $229 is the cheapest 120Hz tablet available
- →11.5-inch screen is large for the price — great for media
- →8360 mAh battery lasts over 12 hours
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
Realme Pad 2
Pros
- 120Hz display at $229 is the cheapest 120Hz tablet available
- 11.5-inch screen is large for the price — great for media
- 8360 mAh battery lasts over 12 hours
- Stylus support for basic note-taking
- MicroSD expansion for additional storage
Cons
- Helio G99 is slow for demanding apps and games
- 5MP front camera is poor for video calls
- Realme's software update commitment is uncertain
- Only one storage configuration available
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 | Realme Pad 2 | Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 13 (Realme UI for Pad) | Android 16, One UI 8 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 507 g | 469 g |
| Dimensions | 268.8 x 176.7 x 7.0 mm | 253.8 x 165.3 x 5.5 mm |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 12 hours video playback | Up to 17 hours video |
| Capacity | 8360 mAh | 8400 mAh |
| Cameras | ||
| Rear | 8 MP | 13 MP, f/2.0, AF |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 12 MP, f/2.4, ultrawide |
| Display | ||
| Size | 11.5 inches | 11.0 inches |
| Type | IPS LCD | Dynamic AMOLED 2X, HDR10+ |
| Resolution | 2000 x 1200 | 1600 x 2560 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Storage | ||
| Storage options | 128 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, 2 TB |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | 12 GB |
| Chipset | MediaTek Helio G99 | 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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