Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 11" vs Apple iPad 9.7" 5th Generation
Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 11" 2025, MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, 12GB, 512GB, Gray
Samsung
78 Overall Score
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Apple iPad 9.7" 5th Generation 2017, A9, 2GB, 128GB, Gray
Apple
36 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 11" 2025, MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, 12GB, 512GB, Gray
90 out of 100 medium confidence 13 reviews
Users are very satisfied with the Galaxy Tab S11, praising its performance, design, and value. The tablet is seen as a significant upgrade from older models, with expandable storage and a large screen being key positives. One verified reviewer noted the official keyboard case is a downgrade and awkward, but the tablet itself is universally recommended.
Pros
- Sleek and premium design
- Excellent overall performance
- Expandable storage option
- Good value for money
- Large and immersive screen
Cons
- Official keyboard case is a downgrade
- Keyboard cannot fold flat for handheld use
- No built-in S Pen storage on keyboard case
- Keyboard case is overpriced
Performance 5
Value for money 2
Build quality 2
Screen quality 1
Storage expansion 2
Keyboard accessory 1
Apple iPad 9.7" 5th Generation 2017, A9, 2GB, 128GB, Gray
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Specifications
| Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 11" | Apple iPad 9.7" 5th Generation | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Mediatek Dimensity 9400+★ | A9 third-generation chip with 64-bit desktop-class architecture, Embedded M9 coprocessor |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 8★ | — |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 12 GB★ | 2 GB |
| Storage | 512 GB★ | 128 GB |
| Storage Type | eMMC★ | — |
| Expandable | ✓★ | — |
| Display | ||
| Size | 11" | 9.7" |
| Resolution | 2560 px★ | 2048 px |
| Panel | AMOLED★ | LCD |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4★ | Bluetooth 4.2 |
| USB-C | 1★ | 0 |
| Cellular | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stylus Model | S Pen | — |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✓ | ✓ |
| Face Unlock | ✓ | ✓ |
| IP Rating | IP68 | — |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.48 kg | 0.47 kg★ |
| OS | Android 16 | iOS |
Pros & Cons
Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 11" 2025, MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, 12GB, 512GB, Gray
- Strong feature (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong water resistance (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong screen (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Below average affordability (14th percentile)14th %ile
Apple iPad 9.7" 5th Generation 2017, A9, 2GB, 128GB, Gray
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong affordability (73rd percentile)
- Strong portability (71st percentile)
- Strong screen (68th percentile)
- Below average ram (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average gpu (7th percentile)7th %ile
- Below average cpu (7th percentile)7th %ile
- Below average connectivity (30th percentile)
Verdict
Winner: Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 11"
Scores 78 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 13 of 22 specs.