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Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 vs Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G

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Samsung Galaxy Tab S11

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11

  • Screen: 2560 x 1600 pixels (WQXGA).
  • MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ processor.
  • 12 GB RAM in this version.
  • Bluetooth 5.4 connection.
  • 13 MP main camera.
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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.
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Our quick verdict

With the same 11-inch OLED screen, 8,400 mAh battery and IP68 rating, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 is the better buy: it is lighter (469 g).

Display

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11
2560 x 1600 pixels (WQXGA)
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G
1600 x 2560 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~274 ppi density)

Performance

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11
MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ processor
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G
Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) processor

Memory

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11
12 GB RAM
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G
Up to 12 GB RAM

Battery life

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11
Up to 18 hours per charge
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G
8,400 mAh battery

Weight

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11
469 g
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G
498 g

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11

  • Newer Bluetooth 5.4 (vs 5.3).
  • Lighter: 469 g (vs 498 g).
  • Newer model: released in 2025 (vs 2023).
  • Newer Android 16 (vs Android 13).

Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G

  • 11-inch OLED display, 120 Hz, 274 ppi.
  • Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor.
  • Up to 12 GB RAM.
  • Up to 256 GB storage.

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PrioritySamsung Galaxy Tab S11Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G
Display11-inch OLED display, 120 Hz11-inch OLED display, 120 Hz, 274 ppi
PerformanceMediaTek Dimensity 9400+ processorQualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor
Memory12 GB RAMUp to 12 GB RAM
Battery lifeUp to 18 hours per charge8,400 mAh battery
Weight469 g498 g
SoftwareAndroid 16 / One UI 8 at launchAndroid 13, 4 OS upgrades promised

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Tab S11Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G
BrandSamsungSamsung
ModelGalaxy Tab S11 (11-inch)Samsung Galaxy Tab S9
Announced20252023, July 26
ConnectivityWi-Fi: Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), 2.4GHz, 5GHz and 6GHz; local availability depends on network and regulations; Bluetooth: Bluetooth 5.4; USB: USB Type-C; USB 3.2 Gen 1Mobile 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: 13MP; Front: 12MP ultra-wideRear: 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
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Tab S11Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G
Dimensions253.8 x 165.3 x 5.5mm254.3 x 165.8 x 5.9 mm (10.01 x 6.53 x 0.23 in)
Weight469g (Wi-Fi); 471g (5G)498 g (1.10 lb)
Build materialsArmor Aluminium constructionGlass front, aluminum frame, aluminum back

Display

Display specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Tab S11Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G
Display11-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X; rounded corners reduce viewable area11.0 inches, 350.9 cm2 (~83.2% screen-to-body ratio); Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+
Screen resolution2560 x 1600 pixels (WQXGA)1600 x 2560 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~274 ppi density)
Display featuresUp to 120Hz refresh rate; 1600-nit peak / 1000-nit HBM brightness; S Pen support120Hz, HDR10+
Display protection—Corning Gorilla Glass

Performance

Performance specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Tab S11Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G
ProcessorMediaTek Dimensity 9400+Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)
CPUOcta-core; reference specifications list 3.73GHz, 3.3GHz and 2.4GHzOcta-core (1x3.36 GHz Cortex-X3 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A710 & 3x2.0 GHz Cortex-A510)
GPU—Adreno 740

Memory & Storage

Memory & Storage specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Tab S11Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G
RAM12GB8GB, 12GB
Expandable storagemicroSD expansion up to 2TB; card sold separatelymicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Storage—128GB, 256GB
Storage technology—UFS
Internal—128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM

Cameras

Cameras specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Tab S11Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G
Rear camera13MP13 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/3.4", 1.0µm, AF
Front camera12MP ultra-wide12 MP, f/2.4, 120˚ (ultrawide)
Rear camera featuresAutofocus and flashLED flash, HDR, panorama
Rear camera videoUp to 4K (3840 x 2160) at 30fps4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps
Front camera features—HDR
Front camera video—4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Tab S11Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G
Battery8400mAh typical; manufacturer rates up to 18 hours of wireless video playback under test conditionsLi-Po 8400 mAh
ChargingUp to 45W wired charging with compatible equipment45W wired

Software

Software specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Tab S11Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G
Operating systemAndroid 16 / One UI 8 at launch; installed software may differ after updatesAndroid 13, up to 4 major OS updates, One UI 6

Network

Network specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Tab S11Samsung 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
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Tab S11Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G
BluetoothBluetooth 5.45.3, A2DP, LE
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), 2.4GHz, 5GHz and 6GHz; local availability depends on network and regulationsWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct
USBUSB Type-C; USB 3.2 Gen 1USB Type-C 3.2, magnetic connector
NFC—No
Positioning—GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS
Radio—No

Durability

Durability specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Tab S11Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G
Water resistanceIP68 under manufacturer laboratory conditions; resistance is not permanent and can diminishIP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Tab S11Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G
SensorsAccelerometer, fingerprint sensor, gyroscope, geomagnetic sensor, Hall sensor and 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
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Tab S11Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G
LoudspeakersFour speakersYes, with stereo speakers (4 speakers)
3.5 mm headphone jack—No

Similarities

  • Both have 8,400 mAh batteries.
  • Both have 12 GB RAM.
  • Both have 120 Hz displays.
  • Both are rated IP68.
  • Both support Wi-Fi 6E.
  • Both have an aluminium frame.

In summary

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 is the better buy for almost everyone, with a lighter tablet to carry.

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