Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ vs Samsung Galaxy Tab S11
The Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ and Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 sit in the same category and end up appealing to slightly different buyers. The Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ is the cheaper of the two at $220 versus $800, a difference of about $580. The Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 is the newer release, which usually means a faster chipset and longer software support. Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ stands out for affordable price under $220, 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 Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ if…
- →Affordable price under $220
- →Smooth 90Hz 11-inch display
- →Quad Dolby Atmos speakers
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
Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+
Pros
- Affordable price under $220
- Smooth 90Hz 11-inch display
- Quad Dolby Atmos speakers
- MicroSD expansion up to 1 TB
- Long Samsung software support window
Cons
- No S Pen support
- Plastic build feels basic
- Only Wi-Fi 5
- Modest Snapdragon 695 chipset
- Slow 15W charging
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 | Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ | Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 13 with One UI 5.1 | Android 16, One UI 8 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 480 g | 469 g |
| Dimensions | 257.1 x 168.7 x 6.9 mm | 253.8 x 165.3 x 5.5 mm |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 15W fast charging | Up to 17 hours video |
| Capacity | 7040 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 inches | 11.0 inches |
| Type | LCD | Dynamic AMOLED 2X, HDR10+ |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1600 x 2560 |
| Refresh rate | 90Hz | 120Hz |
| Storage | ||
| Storage options | 64 GB, 128 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, 2 TB |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 4 GB / 8 GB | 12 GB |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G | 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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