Apple iPad mini 8.3" A17 Pro Blue 2024

Apple iPad mini 8.3" A17 Pro Blue 2024

Apple
63 Overall Score
vs
Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 11" Gray 2025

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 11" Gray 2025

Samsung
82 Overall Score

What Buyers Say

Apple iPad mini 8.3" A17 Pro Blue 2024

88 out of 100 low confidence 5 reviews

The iPad receives high praise for its speed, storage capacity, and crisp display, with users noting it outperforms older models like the Mini 5 and even iPhone Pro Max for gaming. However, a few issues include receiving the wrong color (silver instead of blue) and poor delivery service from FedEx. Overall, it is considered a great value for browsing, gaming, and everyday tasks.

Pros
  • Fast performance
  • Ample storage capacity
  • Crisp and clear display
  • Great for gaming
  • Good value for browsing and everyday tasks
Cons
  • Wrong color shipped (silver instead of blue)
  • Poor FedEx delivery service
  • Lacks 120Hz refresh rate
👍 Performance speed 3
👍 Storage capacity 2
👍 Display quality 2
👍 Gaming suitability 2
👎 Color accuracy 1
👎 Delivery service 1

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 11" Gray 2025

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

Scores

Art Design
Apple
59
Samsung
91
Entertainment
Apple
58
Samsung
81
Reading
Apple
57
Samsung
79
Student
Apple
52
Samsung
78
Productivity
Apple
52
Samsung
75
Business
Apple
48
Samsung
70

Specifications

Apple iPad mini 8.3" A17 ProSamsung Galaxy Tab S11 11"
Processor
CPUApple A17 Pro★MediaTek Dimensity 9400+
CPU Multi-Core Score
12,181
No data
Cores68★
Memory & Storage
RAM4 GB12 GB★
Storage128 GB512 GB★
Expandable—✓★
Display
Size8.3"11"
Resolution2266 px2560 px★
PanelLiquid RetinaAMOLED★
Refresh Rate—120 Hz★
Connectivity
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6E★—
BluetoothBluetooth 5.3Bluetooth 5.4★
USB-C11
Cellular✗✗
Features
Stylus Support✓✓
Stylus ModelApple Pencil ProS Pen
Fingerprint Reader✓✓
Face Unlock✗✓★
IP Rating—IP68
Physical
Weight0.29 kg★0.48 kg
OSiPadOSAndroid 16

Pros & Cons

Apple iPad mini 8.3" A17 Pro Blue 2024

  • Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
  • Strong user sentiment (88th percentile)88th %ile
  • Strong connectivity (79th percentile)
  • Strong screen (69th percentile)
  • Below average battery (30th percentile)
  • Below average ram (31st percentile)

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 11" Gray 2025

  • Strong feature (98th percentile)98th %ile
  • Strong cpu (98th percentile)98th %ile
  • Strong gpu (97th percentile)97th %ile
  • Strong screen (93rd percentile)93rd %ile

Pricing

Apple iPad mini 8.3" A17 Pro Blue 2024 is $201 cheaper (1.3x less).

Apple iPad mini 8.3" A17 Pro Blue 2024

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 11" Gray 2025

Verdict

★ Winner: Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 11"

Scores 82 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 9 of 21 specs.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 11" Better at:

ReadingStudentBusinessArt DesignProductivityEntertainment