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Apple iPad Mini 7 2024 vs Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G

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Apple iPad Mini 7 2024

Apple iPad Mini 7 2024

  • 8.3 inch screen.
  • Apple A17 Pro processor.
  • Runs iPadOS.
  • Bluetooth 5.3 connection.
  • Up to 256 GB storage.
KSh 87,000In Stock
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G

Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G

  • 498 g.
  • About 120 Hz display refresh rate.
  • About 11 inch screen.
  • Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) processor.
  • Storage: UFS.
KSh 87,000In Stock
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 PlusKSh 100,000
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Xiaomi Pad 8KSh 60,000
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Our quick verdict

Choose the Apple iPad Mini 7 2024 if you want a sharper 326 ppi screen and a lighter build (293 g). Choose the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G if you want a larger 11-inch screen.

Display

Apple iPad Mini 7 2024
8.3 inch screen
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G
About 11 inch screen

Performance

Apple iPad Mini 7 2024
Apple A17 Pro processor
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G
Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) processor

Battery life

Apple iPad Mini 7 2024
Up to 10 hours per charge
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G
8,400 mAh battery

Weight

Apple iPad Mini 7 2024
293 g
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G
498 g

Software

Apple iPad Mini 7 2024
IPadOS
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G
Android 13, 4 OS upgrades promised

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Apple iPad Mini 7 2024

  • Sharper screen: 326 ppi (vs 274 ppi).
  • Lighter: 293 g (vs 498 g).
  • Video output to a monitor over USB-C (DisplayPort).

Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G

  • Larger 11-inch screen (vs 8.3-inch).
  • 120 Hz display.

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PriorityApple iPad Mini 7 2024Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G
Display8.3-inch display, 326 ppi11-inch OLED display, 120 Hz, 274 ppi
PerformanceApple A17 Pro processorQualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor
Battery lifeUp to 10 hours per charge8,400 mAh battery
Weight293 g498 g
Battery capacity19.3 Wh battery8,400 mAh battery
ChargingCharging through USB-C using a power adapter or computer45 W wired charging

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationApple iPad Mini 7 2024Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G
BrandAppleSamsung
ModeliPad mini (A17 Pro, 2024)Samsung Galaxy Tab S9
Announced20242023, July 26
ConnectivityCellular+Wi-Fi, Wi-FiMobile network: GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G; Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct; Bluetooth: 5.3, A2DP, LE; USB: USB Type-C 3.2, magnetic connector
CamerasRear: 12MP wide camera, f/1.8; Front: 12MP Center Stage camera, f/2.4Rear: 13 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/3.4", 1.0µm, AF; Front: 12 MP, f/2.4, 120˚ (ultrawide)
Status—Available. Released 2023, August 11
Models—SM-X710, SM-X716B
SAR EU—0.66 W/kg (body)

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationApple iPad Mini 7 2024Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G
Dimensions195.4 x 134.8 x 6.3mm254.3 x 165.8 x 5.9 mm (10.01 x 6.53 x 0.23 in)
Weight293g (Wi-Fi); 297g (Wi-Fi + Cellular)498 g (1.10 lb)
Build materials—Glass front, aluminum frame, aluminum back

Display

Display specifications comparison
SpecificationApple iPad Mini 7 2024Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G
Display8.3 inches11.0 inches, 350.9 cm2 (~83.2% screen-to-body ratio); Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+
Screen resolution2266 x 1488 pixels at 326ppi1600 x 2560 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~274 ppi density)
Display protectionFingerprint-resistant oleophobic coatingCorning Gorilla Glass
Display featuresLiquid Retina IPS display; P3 wide colour, True Tone, full lamination and antireflective coating; 500 nits120Hz, HDR10+

Performance

Performance specifications comparison
SpecificationApple iPad Mini 7 2024Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G
ProcessorApple A17 ProQualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)
CPU6 cores: 2 performance and 4 efficiency coresOcta-core (1x3.36 GHz Cortex-X3 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A710 & 3x2.0 GHz Cortex-A510)
GPU5-core GPUAdreno 740

Memory & Storage

Memory & Storage specifications comparison
SpecificationApple iPad Mini 7 2024Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G
Storage128GB, 256GB128GB, 256GB
RAM—8GB, 12GB
Storage technology—UFS
Expandable storage—microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Internal—128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM

Cameras

Cameras specifications comparison
SpecificationApple iPad Mini 7 2024Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G
Rear camera12MP wide camera, f/1.813 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/3.4", 1.0µm, AF
Front camera12MP Center Stage camera, f/2.412 MP, f/2.4, 120˚ (ultrawide)
Rear camera featuresAutofocus with Focus Pixels, Smart HDR 4 and up to 5x digital zoomLED flash, HDR, panorama
Rear camera video4K at up to 60fps; 1080p slow motion at up to 240fps4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps
Front camera featuresCenter Stage, Smart HDR 4 and Retina FlashHDR
Front camera video1080p at up to 60fps4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationApple iPad Mini 7 2024Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G
Battery19.3Wh rechargeable lithium-polymer battery; up to 10 hours of Wi-Fi browsing/video, or up to 9 hours of cellular browsing on cellular models. Runtime varies with settings, usage and network.Li-Po 8400 mAh
ChargingCharging through USB-C using a power adapter or computer45W wired

Software

Software specifications comparison
SpecificationApple iPad Mini 7 2024Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G
Operating systemiPadOSAndroid 13, up to 4 major OS updates, One UI 6

Network

Network specifications comparison
SpecificationApple iPad Mini 7 2024Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G
Network—GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
SIM—Nano-SIM + eSIM (cellular model only)
2G bands—GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands—HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands—1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 38, 40, 41, 66
5G bands—1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6
Speed—HSPA, LTE, 5G - cellular model only

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationApple iPad Mini 7 2024Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G
BluetoothBluetooth 5.35.3, A2DP, LE
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), 2x2 MIMO, dual bandWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct
PositioningAll models: digital compass, Wi-Fi and iBeacon; cellular models additionally provide GPS/GNSSGPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS
USBUSB-C with charging, DisplayPort and USB 3 data up to 10GbpsUSB Type-C 3.2, magnetic connector
NFC—No
Radio—No

Durability

Durability specifications comparison
SpecificationApple iPad Mini 7 2024Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G
Water resistance—IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationApple iPad Mini 7 2024Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G
SensorsTouch ID, three-axis gyroscope, accelerometer, barometer and ambient light sensorFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Colors—Beige, Graphite
Additional features—Wireless Samsung DeX (desktop experience support)
Stylus support—2.8ms latency (Bluetooth integration, accelerometer, gyro)

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationApple iPad Mini 7 2024Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G
LoudspeakersLandscape stereo speakersYes, with stereo speakers (4 speakers)
3.5 mm headphone jack—No

Similarities

  • Both support Wi-Fi 6E.
  • Both use Bluetooth 5.3.
  • Both charge over USB-C.
  • Both have stereo speakers.
  • Both offer up to 256 GB of storage.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.

In summary

Choose Apple iPad Mini 7 2024 for iPadOS and a smaller, sharper screen; Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 combines Android and a larger screen.

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