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Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus vs Redmi Pad 2 9.7-inch

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Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus

Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus

  • About 90 Hz display refresh rate.
  • About 11 inch screen.
  • Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 695 5G (6 nm) processor.
  • 7,040 mAh battery capacity.
  • 15 W rated wired charging power.
KSh 30,000In Stock
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Redmi Pad 2 9.7-inch

Redmi Pad 2 9.7-inch

  • 406 g.
  • About 120 Hz display refresh rate.
  • About 9.7 inch screen.
  • Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 2 (6 nm) processor.
  • Storage: UFS 2.2.
KSh 25,200In Stock
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Lenovo Tab M11 with S-Pen + Folio CaseKSh 28,500
Samsung Galaxy Tab A11 PlusKSh 36,500
Lenovo Idea Tab 5GKSh 32,000
Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE
Redmi Pad SEKSh 19,500
Alexa Tablet 8 (2026)KSh 31,700
Amazon Fire HD 10 Kids Pro TabletKSh 25,000
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Our quick verdict

Choose the Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus if you want a larger 11-inch screen and Nano-SIM + eSIM (cellular model only). Choose the Redmi Pad 2 9.7-inch if you want faster 18 W charging, a smoother 120 Hz display and a sharper 268 ppi screen.

Refresh

Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus
About 90 Hz display refresh rate
Redmi Pad 2 9.7-inch
About 120 Hz display refresh rate

Display

Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus
About 11 inch screen
Redmi Pad 2 9.7-inch
About 9.7 inch screen

Performance

Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus
Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 695 5G (6 nm) processor
Redmi Pad 2 9.7-inch
Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 2 (6 nm) processor

Capacity

Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus
7,040 mAh battery capacity
Redmi Pad 2 9.7-inch
7,600 mAh battery capacity

Charging

Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus
15 W rated wired charging power
Redmi Pad 2 9.7-inch
18 W rated wired charging power

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus

  • Larger 11-inch screen (vs 9.7-inch).
  • Nano-SIM + eSIM (cellular model only).

Redmi Pad 2 9.7-inch

  • Faster rated wired charging: 18 W (vs 15 W).
  • Smoother 120 Hz display (vs 90 Hz).
  • Sharper screen: 268 ppi (vs 206 ppi).
  • Lighter: 406 g (vs 480 g).
  • Newer model: released in 2026 (vs 2023).

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PrioritySamsung Galaxy Tab A9 PlusRedmi Pad 2 9.7-inch
Display11-inch LCD display, 90 Hz, 206 ppi9.7-inch LCD display, 120 Hz, 268 ppi
PerformanceQualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G processorQualcomm Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 2 processor
MemoryUp to 8 GB RAMUp to 6 GB RAM
StorageUp to 256 GB storageUp to 128 GB storage
Battery life7,040 mAh battery7,600 mAh battery
Charging15 W wired charging18 W wired charging

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Tab A9 PlusRedmi Pad 2 9.7-inch
BrandSamsungRedmi
ModelSamsung Galaxy Tab A9+Xiaomi Redmi Pad 2 9.7
Announced2023, October 052026, April 28
StatusAvailable. Released 2023, October 17Available. Released 2026, April 28
ModelsSM-X210, SM-X215, SM-X216B, SM-X216R—
SAR0.42 W/kg (body)—
SAR EU1.19 W/kg (body)—
ConnectivityMobile network: GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G; Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct; Bluetooth: 5.1, A2DP, LE; USB: USB Type-C 2.0Mobile network: No cellular connectivity; Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band; Bluetooth: 5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX; USB: USB Type-C
CamerasRear: 8 MP, AF; Front: 5 MPRear: 8 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm; Front: 5 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/5.0", 1.12µm

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Tab A9 PlusRedmi Pad 2 9.7-inch
Dimensions257.1 x 168.7 x 6.9 mm (10.12 x 6.64 x 0.27 in)226.5 x 148 x 7.4 mm (8.92 x 5.83 x 0.29 in)
Weight480 g or 492 g (1.06 lb)406 g (14.32 oz)
Build materials—Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame

Display

Display specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Tab A9 PlusRedmi Pad 2 9.7-inch
Display11.0 inches, 350.9 cm2 (~80.9% screen-to-body ratio); TFT LCD, 90Hz9.7 inches, 294.5 cm2 (~87.9% screen-to-body ratio); IPS LCD, 120Hz, 500 nits (typ), 600 nits (HBM)
Screen resolution1200 x 1920 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~206 ppi density)1280 x 2048 pixels (~268 ppi density)
Display features90Hz120Hz, 500 nits (typ), 600 nits (HBM)

Performance

Performance specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Tab A9 PlusRedmi Pad 2 9.7-inch
ProcessorQualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 695 5G (6 nm)Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 2 (6 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 660 Gold & 6x1.8 GHz Kryo 660 Silver)Octa-core (4x2.9 GHz Cortex-A73 & 4x1.9 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUAdreno 619Adreno 610

Memory & Storage

Memory & Storage specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Tab A9 PlusRedmi Pad 2 9.7-inch
RAM4GB, 6GB, 8GB4GB, 6GB
Storage64GB, 128GB, 256GB64GB, 128GB
Expandable storagemicroSDXC (dedicated slot)microSDXC
Internal64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM
Storage technology—UFS 2.2

Cameras

Cameras specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Tab A9 PlusRedmi Pad 2 9.7-inch
Rear camera8 MP, AF8 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm
Front camera5 MP5 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/5.0", 1.12µm
Rear camera video1080p@30fps1080p@30fps
Front camera video1080p@30fps1080p@30fps
Rear camera features—LED flash

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Tab A9 PlusRedmi Pad 2 9.7-inch
BatteryLi-Po 7040 mAhLi-Po 7600 mAh
Charging15W wired18W wired

Software

Software specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Tab A9 PlusRedmi Pad 2 9.7-inch
Operating systemAndroid 13, upgradable to Android 16, One UI 8Android 16, HyperOS 3

Network

Network specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Tab A9 PlusRedmi Pad 2 9.7-inch
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE / 5GNo cellular connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + eSIM (cellular model only)No
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900Not applicable
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100—
4G bands1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 20, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66—
5G bands1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6—
SpeedHSPA, LTE, 5G - cellular model only—
GPRS—No
EDGE—No

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Tab A9 PlusRedmi Pad 2 9.7-inch
NFCNoNo
Bluetooth5.1, A2DP, LE5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX
Wi-FiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi DirectWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS - cellular model onlyNo
RadioNoNo
USBUSB Type-C 2.0USB Type-C

Durability

Durability specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Tab A9 PlusRedmi Pad 2 9.7-inch
Water resistance—Dust protected and splash resistant

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Tab A9 PlusRedmi Pad 2 9.7-inch
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity (accessories only), compassAccelerometer, proximity (accessories only)
ColorsGraphite, Silver, NavyGraphite Gray, Silver

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Tab A9 PlusRedmi Pad 2 9.7-inch
LoudspeakersYes, with stereo speakers (4 speakers)Yes, with stereo speakers
3.5 mm headphone jackYesYes
Audio features—24-bit/192kHz Hi-Res audio

Similarities

  • Both support Wi-Fi 5.
  • Both have a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
  • Both have LCD displays.
  • Both charge over USB-C.
  • Both have stereo speakers.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.

In summary

Choose Redmi Pad 2 9.7-inch for faster wired charging and a smaller screen; Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus offers a larger screen and Nano-SIM + eSIM.

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In-stock alternatives

Lenovo Tab M11 with S-Pen + Folio CaseFor Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 PlusLenovo Tab M11 with S-Pen + Folio CaseView product ↗Lenovo Idea Tab 5GFor Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 PlusLenovo Idea Tab 5GView product ↗Redmi Pad SEFor Redmi Pad 2 9.7-inchRedmi Pad SEView product ↗Samsung Galaxy Tab A11 PlusFor Redmi Pad 2 9.7-inchSamsung Galaxy Tab A11 PlusView product ↗

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