Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ Plus 11" X218 Graphite 2024

Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ Plus 11" X218 Graphite 2024

Samsung
40 Overall Score
vs
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 A9+ Plus 11" X218 Graphite 2024

42 out of 100 low confidence 6 reviews

The tablet receives mixed reviews: some users appreciate its functionality with T-Mobile data and text, build quality, and value for the price, while others face critical issues like inability to make calls, carrier locking beyond advertised compatibility, and a problematic return process where the seller charged a restocking fee claiming a different device was returned. A few customers also mention difficulties with setup due to SIM requirements. Overall, satisfaction depends heavily on individual experience with network and seller policies.

Pros
  • T-Mobile cellular data & text
  • Solid build quality
  • Good value for price
  • Helpful vendor support
  • Exactly as described
Cons
  • Cannot make phone calls
  • Locked to T-Mobile network
  • Requires SIM for setup
  • Problematic return process
  • Restocking fee charged on return
👎 Carrier compatibility 5
👎 Call functionality 2
👍 Build quality 2
👍 Value for money 2
👎 Return process 2
👎 Setup difficulty 1

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
45
Lenovo
76
Art Design
Samsung
32
Lenovo
74
Entertainment
Samsung
41
Lenovo
74
Student
Samsung
38
Lenovo
71
Productivity
Samsung
28
Lenovo
64
Business
Samsung
41
Lenovo
62

Specifications

Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ Plus 11" X218Lenovo Idea Tab Plus 12.1" Idea Tab Plus
Processor
CPU*Apple M2 ★AMD Ryzen 5 1600
CPU Multi-Core Score
15,655
12,251
Cores88
GPU—Arm Mali-G57 MC2 GPU★
GPU Benchmark ScoreNo data
7,269
Memory & Storage
RAM4 GB8 GB★
RAM Generation—LPDDR4X★
Storage64 GB128 GB★
Storage Type—UFS
Expandable✓✓
Display
Size11"12.1"
Resolution1920 px2560 px★
PanelLCDIPS★
Refresh Rate90 Hz90 Hz
Brightness—800 nits★
Connectivity
Wi-FiWi-Fi 5Wi-Fi 5
BluetoothBluetooth 5.1Bluetooth 5.2★
USB-C11
Cellular✓★✗
Features
Stylus Support—✓★
Stylus Model—Lenovo Tab Pen
Fingerprint Reader—✗
Face Unlock—✗
IP Rating—IP52
Physical
Weight0.48 kg★0.53 kg
OSAndroid 13Android 15

Pros & Cons

Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ Plus 11" X218 Graphite 2024

  • Strong connectivity (88th percentile)88th %ile
  • Strong battery (69th percentile)
  • Below average user sentiment (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
  • Below average storage (30th percentile)
  • Below average ram (31st percentile)
  • Below average feature (31st 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

Pricing

Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ Plus 11" X218 Graphite 2024

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

No current pricing available

Verdict

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

Scores 73 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 10 of 26 specs.

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

ReadingStudentBusinessArt DesignProductivityEntertainment

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