Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 11" S9 Graphite 2023

Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 11" S9 Graphite 2023

Samsung
51 Overall Score
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Lenovo Idea Tab Plus 12.1" Idea Tab Plus Luna grey 2025

Lenovo Idea Tab Plus 12.1" Idea Tab Plus Luna grey 2025

Lenovo
73 Overall Score

What Buyers Say

Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 11" S9 Graphite 2023

85 out of 100 low confidence 7 reviews

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 renewed units generally arrive in excellent physical condition with vibrant AMOLED displays and strong performance. However, several buyers reported issues with the S Pen not charging or being a generic copy without Bluetooth, though sellers like Edge Cellular and DNCL-TECHZONE provided prompt replacements. Overall, the value is outstanding for the price, but buyers should verify accessories quickly due to a short return window.

Pros
  • Excellent physical condition
  • Vibrant AMOLED display
  • Fast performance
  • Great value for price
  • Responsive seller customer service
Cons
  • S Pen charging issues
  • Generic S Pen without Bluetooth
  • Generic charging cable
  • Short return window (14 days)
  • Missing original packaging
👍 Physical condition 6
👍 Display quality 4
👍 Performance 3
👍 Value for money 4
👎 S pen issues 4
👍 Customer service 4

Lenovo Idea Tab Plus 12.1" Idea Tab Plus Luna grey 2025

88 out of 100 low confidence 7 reviews

Users are overwhelmingly positive about this tablet, praising its excellent screen, audio, and smooth multitasking performance for the price. The included pen and magnetic folio case are standout features that enhance usability for drawing and everyday tasks. While some note a slight initial lag when apps load, the device quickly becomes snappy and is considered unbeatable value, especially when on sale around $200.

Pros
  • Excellent screen quality
  • Great audio and speakers
  • Smooth multitasking performance
  • Included pen for drawing
  • Magnetic folio case
Cons
  • Slight initial lag when loading apps
  • Cannot connect to TV via HDMI
  • Not as fast as flagship phones
👍 Screen quality 3
👍 Audio quality 3
👍 Multitasking performance 2
👍 Value for money 5
👍 Included accessories 2
👎 Initial lag 2

Scores

Reading
Samsung
60
Lenovo
76
Art Design
Samsung
53
Lenovo
74
Entertainment
Samsung
55
Lenovo
74
Student
Samsung
55
Lenovo
71
Productivity
Samsung
50
Lenovo
64
Business
Samsung
47
Lenovo
62

Specifications

Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 11" S9Lenovo Idea Tab Plus 12.1" Idea Tab Plus
Processor
CPUSamsungAMD Ryzen 5 1600★
CPU Multi-Core ScoreNo data
12,251
Cores—8★
GPU*X1Arm Mali-G57 MC2 GPU★
GPU Benchmark Score
59
7,269
Memory & Storage
RAM8 GB8 GB
RAM Generation—LPDDR4X★
Storage256 GB★128 GB
Storage TypeSSD★UFS
Expandable✓✓
Display
Size11"12.1"
Resolution2560 px2560 px
PanelAMOLED★IPS
Refresh Rate—90 Hz★
Brightness—800 nits★
Connectivity
Wi-FiWi-Fi 7★Wi-Fi 5
BluetoothBluetooth 5.3★Bluetooth 5.2
USB-C11
Cellular✗✗
Features
Stylus Support✓✓
Stylus ModelS PenLenovo Tab Pen
Fingerprint Reader—✗
Face Unlock✗✗
IP RatingIP68IP52
Physical
Weight2.27 kg0.53 kg★
OSAndroidAndroid 15

Pros & Cons

Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 11" S9 Graphite 2023

  • Strong screen (89th percentile)89th %ile
  • Strong storage (84th percentile)84th %ile
  • Strong battery (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
  • Strong connectivity (78th percentile)
  • Below average gpu (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
  • Below average cpu (35th percentile)

Lenovo Idea Tab Plus 12.1" Idea Tab Plus Luna grey 2025

  • Strong gpu (97th percentile)97th %ile
  • Strong social proof (91st percentile)91st %ile
  • Strong screen (91st percentile)91st %ile
  • Strong battery (89th percentile)89th %ile

Verdict

★ Winner: Lenovo Idea Tab Plus 12.1" Idea Tab Plus

Scores 73 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 9 of 26 specs.

Lenovo Idea Tab Plus 12.1" Idea Tab Plus Better at:

ReadingStudentBusinessArt DesignProductivityEntertainment