Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 9.7" SASM-T820NZSAXAR Silver 2017
Samsung
28 Overall Score
vs
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" Surface Pro 11 Platinum 2024
Microsoft
81 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 9.7" SASM-T820NZSAXAR Silver 2017
55 out of 100 medium confidence 11 reviews
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 receives mixed feedback. While many users praise its vivid screen, good build quality, and the included S Pen, several verified buyers report serious issues like overheating, battery failure, missing accessories, and misleading listings. Customer service experiences vary widely, from excellent support to complete neglect.
Pros
- Vivid and bright screen
- Good build quality
- Included S Pen
- Fast performance for age
- Good cameras
Cons
- Missing S Pen or accessories
- Overheating issues
- Battery not charging fully
- Misleading listings (carrier-locked)
- Poor customer service from some sellers
S pen issues 4
Customer service 4
Battery life 3
Overheating 2
Screen quality 3
Value for money 3
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" Surface Pro 11 Platinum 2024
No customer feedback yet
Scores
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Specifications
| Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 9.7" SASM-T820NZSAXAR | Microsoft Surface Pro 13" Surface Pro 11 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU | 1.6 GHz Snapdragon | Intel Core Ultra 7 268V★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | No data | |
| Cores | 4 | 10★ |
| GPU | — | Arc Graphics★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | No data | |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 16 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | — | LPDDR5X★ |
| Storage | 32 GB | 1 TB★ |
| Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Expandable | — | ✗ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 9.7" | 13" |
| Resolution | 2048 px | 2880 px★ |
| Panel | AMOLED | OLED |
| Refresh Rate | — | 120 Hz★ |
| Brightness | — | 900 nits★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | 802.11abg | Wi-Fi 7★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4★ |
| USB-C | — | 2★ |
| Cellular | — | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stylus Model | S Pen | Surface Slim Pen |
| Fingerprint Reader | — | ✗ |
| Face Unlock | — | ✓★ |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.43 kg★ | 0.87 kg |
| Battery | — | 47 Wh★ |
| OS | Android 9 | Windows 11 Pro |
Pros & Cons
Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 9.7" SASM-T820NZSAXAR Silver 2017
- Strong screen (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong social proof (68th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (9th percentile)9th %ile
- Below average cpu (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average storage (16th percentile)16th %ile
- Below average gpu (16th percentile)16th %ile
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" Surface Pro 11 Platinum 2024
- Strong screen (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong battery (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong storage (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong ram (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
Verdict
Winner: Microsoft Surface Pro 13" Surface Pro 11
Scores 81 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 16 of 26 specs.