Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ 11" 2024, Snapdragon 695, 4GB, 64GB, Graphite
Samsung
54 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+ 11" 2024, Snapdragon 695, 4GB, 64GB, Graphite
62 out of 100 high confidence 689 reviews
The Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ receives mixed feedback. Many users praise its display, speakers, and value for the price, especially for media consumption and kids. However, a significant number report issues with slow performance, battery charging problems, and Wi-Fi connectivity, with some experiencing failures within months. Overall, it's seen as a decent budget tablet but with notable reliability concerns.
Pros
- Great display quality
- Good speakers with Dolby Atmos
- Excellent value for price
- Expandable storage via microSD
- Good for kids and media consumption
Cons
- Slow performance and lag
- Battery charging issues
- Wi-Fi connectivity problems
- Poor customer service
- Screen issues after months
Performance 15
Battery life 12
Display quality 10
Value for money 9
Wifi connectivity 4
Customer service 4
Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13" 2021, Core i5-1135G7, 8GB, 128GB, Platinum
No customer feedback yet
Scores
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Specifications
| Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ 11" | Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13" | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Apple M2 ★ | Core i5 |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 8★ | 4 |
| GPU* | Adreno 619★ | Integrated |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 8 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | — | LPDDR4X★ |
| Storage | 64 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 | 2-in-1 Stylus Pen | 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+ 11" 2024, Snapdragon 695, 4GB, 64GB, Graphite
- Strong gpu (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong cpu (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong battery (74th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average reading battery (23rd percentile)
- Below average sharpness (30th percentile)
- Below average storage (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)
Pricing
Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ 11" 2024, Snapdragon 695, 4GB, 64GB, Graphite
Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13" 2021, Core i5-1135G7, 8GB, 128GB, Platinum
No current pricing available
Verdict
Winner: Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13"
Scores 67 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 9 of 25 specs.