Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ 9+ 11" 2024, Snapdragon 695, 8GB, 128GB, Graphite
Samsung
55 Overall Score
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Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13" 2021, Core i5-1135G7, 8GB, 128GB, Platinum
Microsoft
67 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ 9+ 11" 2024, Snapdragon 695, 8GB, 128GB, Graphite
62 out of 100 high confidence 226 reviews
The Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ receives mixed feedback. Many users praise its value, screen quality, and performance for basic tasks, making it a good budget option for kids and everyday use. However, a significant number of reviews report serious issues, particularly with the charging port and battery life, leading to device failure. While some users have had positive long-term experiences, others have encountered defects shortly after purchase, creating a polarized sentiment.
Pros
- Great value for money
- Good screen quality
- Fast performance for basic tasks
- Good for kids
- Lightweight and portable
Cons
- Charging port issues
- Battery drains fast
- Device stops working
- Poor customer support
- Not user-friendly for seniors
Charging port 6
Battery life 10
Value for money 8
Screen quality 7
Performance 9
Durability 5
Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13" 2021, Core i5-1135G7, 8GB, 128GB, Platinum
No customer feedback yet
Scores
Student
Entertainment
Art Design
Productivity
Business
Reading
Specifications
| Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ 9+ 11" | Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13" | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 (SM6375) | Core i5★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | No data | |
| Cores | 8★ | 4 |
| GPU | Adreno 619 | Integrated★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | No data | |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB |
| Storage Type | eMMC | SSD★ |
| Expandable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 11" | 13" |
| Resolution | 1920 px | 2880 px★ |
| Panel | LCD | LCD |
| Refresh Rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz★ |
| Brightness | 480 nits★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 6★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.1 | Bluetooth 5.1 |
| USB-C | 1 | 2★ |
| Cellular | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Stylus Model | — | Surface Slim Pen 2 |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✗ | ✗ |
| Face Unlock | ✓ | ✓ |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.48 kg★ | 0.89 kg |
| OS | Android 13 | Windows 11 Home |
Pros & Cons
Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ 9+ 11" 2024, Snapdragon 695, 8GB, 128GB, Graphite
- Strong social proof (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong cpu (78th percentile)
- Strong gpu (75th percentile)
- Strong battery (74th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average reading battery (23rd percentile)
- Below average sharpness (30th percentile)
Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13" 2021, Core i5-1135G7, 8GB, 128GB, Platinum
- Strong connectivity (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong screen (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong social proof (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong sharpness (78th percentile)
- Below average reading battery (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average portability (22nd percentile)
- Below average affordability (29th percentile)
Verdict
Winner: Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13"
Scores 67 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 10 of 25 specs.