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Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4) vs Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra
Product A: Apple
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Product B: Samsung
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Apple iPad Air 13-inch (M2)
Apple iPad Pro 13-inch (M4)
Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+
Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M5)
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9
Apple iPad Air 11-inch (M2)
Apple iPad Air 13-inch (M3)
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9+
Samsung Galaxy Tab S11
Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra
Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M2)
Apple iPad Pro 12.9-inch (M2)
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Apple iPad Air 13-inch (M2)
Apple iPad Pro 13-inch (M4)
Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+
Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M5)
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9
Apple iPad Air 11-inch (M2)
Apple iPad Air 13-inch (M3)
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9+
Samsung Galaxy Tab S11
Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra
Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M2)
Apple iPad Pro 12.9-inch (M2)109 of 160 fields differ
- 57 different values
- 52 known for one only
- 21 the same
- 30 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 101 tablets.
- Peak brightnessA: 1,600nitsB: 930nitsApple is 670 nits higher.
- BatteryA: 8,160mAhB: 10,880mAhSamsung is 2,720 mAh higher.
Size, drawn to scale
Front and side.
- AApple: 177.5 × 249.7 mm
- BSamsung: 208.6 × 326.4 mm
Weight
0 to 800 g
All 168 fields
Every value links to where we found it.


General
9 of 11 differ
Series
Model numbers
SM-X910, SM-X916B4Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 10 October 2026Manual cover lists SM-X910 and SM-X916B for the 14.6-inch model5Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_tab_s9_ultra-12217.phpRead 10 October 2026Models: SM-X910, SM-X916B, SM-X918U. SM-X918U is not stored because no maker document covers it
GTIN / EAN
Not available
Not available
Announced
Status
Not available
Not available
Predecessor
Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M2)3Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2024/05/apple-unveils-stunning-new-ipad-pro-with-m4-chip-and-apple-pencil-proRead 5 October 2026Apple's press release compares the M4 iPad Pro with M2 in the previous-generation iPad Pro.23Press articlemacworld.com/article/2429765/ipad-pro-m4-vs-ipad-pro-m2-whats-the-difference.htmlRead 23 October 2026Macworld compares the 11-inch iPad Pro (M4) with the 11-inch iPad Pro (M2) it replaced in May 2024.
Not available
Successor
Launch price (US)
Launch price (EU)
Not available
Markets
US, DE3Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2024/05/apple-unveils-stunning-new-ipad-pro-with-m4-chip-and-apple-pencil-proRead 5 October 20265Press releaseapple.com/de/newsroom/2024/05/apple-unveils-stunning-new-ipad-pro-with-m4-chip-and-apple-pencil-proRead 5 October 2026
Not available
Colours
Form factor
Slate7Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/ipad/ipad-pro-11-inch-m4-ipaded0ae0b7/ipadosRead 5 October 2026Exact hardware diagram shows a single rigid slate tablet body without a fold or convertible hinge.17Regulatory filingregulatoryinfo.apple.com/cwt/api/ext/fileRead 5 October 202618Regulatory filingregulatoryinfo.apple.com/cwt/api/ext/fileRead 5 October 2026
Slate1Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/samsung-galaxy-tab-s9-sets-the-new-standard-to-bring-galaxys-premium-experience-to-a-tabletRead 10 October 20262Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/business/tablets/galaxy-tab-s/galaxy-tab-s9-ultra-wi-fi-graphite-256gb-sm-x910nzaaeubRead 10 October 2026Full specifications, Form Factor: Tablet
OS updates promised
Not available
Security updates promised
Not available
Security updates until
Not available
Body
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Height
Width
Thickness
Weight
732g(1.6 lb)1Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/samsung-galaxy-tab-s9-sets-the-new-standard-to-bring-galaxys-premium-experience-to-a-tabletRead 10 October 2026732 g (Wi-Fi) and 737 g (5G)3Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/business/tablets/galaxy-tab-s/galaxy-tab-s9-ultra-5g-graphite-256gb-sm-x916bzaaeubRead 10 October 2026Weight 737 g for the 5G model
Frame
Aluminium1Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/samsung-galaxy-tab-s9-sets-the-new-standard-to-bring-galaxys-premium-experience-to-a-tabletRead 10 October 2026Aluminum frame. Armor Aluminum is named on the Samsung UK page2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/business/tablets/galaxy-tab-s/galaxy-tab-s9-ultra-wi-fi-graphite-256gb-sm-x910nzaaeubRead 10 October 2026Armor Aluminum frame5Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_tab_s9_ultra-12217.phpRead 10 October 2026Glass front, aluminum frame, aluminum back
Front
Corning Gorilla Glass 51Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/samsung-galaxy-tab-s9-sets-the-new-standard-to-bring-galaxys-premium-experience-to-a-tabletRead 10 October 2026Footnote 21: Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra uses Corning Gorilla Glass 5 for the main window5Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_tab_s9_ultra-12217.phpRead 10 October 2026Protection: Corning Gorilla Glass (version not stated by GSMArena)
Back
Dust and water rating
IP4217Regulatory filingregulatoryinfo.apple.com/cwt/api/ext/fileRead 5 October 2026Regulated exact-model IP42 declaration. It is not a separate advertised water-resistance promise.18Regulatory filingregulatoryinfo.apple.com/cwt/api/ext/fileRead 5 October 2026Regulated exact-model IP42 declaration. It is not a separate advertised water-resistance promise.
IP681Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/samsung-galaxy-tab-s9-sets-the-new-standard-to-bring-galaxys-premium-experience-to-a-tabletRead 10 October 2026IP68 for the tablet and the in-box S Pen2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/business/tablets/galaxy-tab-s/galaxy-tab-s9-ultra-wi-fi-graphite-256gb-sm-x910nzaaeubRead 10 October 2026Footnote: rated IPx4/68 under IEC 60529 for the tablet and the S Pen. Submersion up to 1.5 m for 30 minutes
MIL-STD-810
Not available
Not available
SIM
Not available
Built-in kickstand
Not available
Not available
Display
16 of 22 differ
Screen size
Resolution
Pixel density
264.8ppi
239ppi
Aspect ratio
Not available
Display type
Display type (as published)
Ultra Retina XDR display1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/119892Read 5 October 2026
Dimming zones
Not available
Not available
Refresh rate modes
AApple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4)
| Mode | Min (Hz) | Max (Hz) | Variable |
|---|---|---|---|
| ProMotion | 10 | 120 | Yes |
BSamsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra
| Min (Hz) | Max (Hz) | Variable |
|---|---|---|
| 60 | 120 | Yes |
Max refresh rate
120Hz
120Hz
Min refresh rate
10Hz
60Hz
Brightness (typical, SDR)
Not available
Not available
Peak brightness
Full-screen HDR brightness
Not available
Contrast ratio
Colour depth
Not available
Not available
DCI-P3 coverage
Not available
Not available
HDR playback formats
Anti-reflection coating
Antireflective coating1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/119892Read 5 October 2026
Not available
Screen surface
Not available
Nano-texture option
Not available
PWM dimming frequency
Not available
Not available
Platform
10 of 11 differ
OS at launch
Software
Not available
Not available
Latest OS
Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy1Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/samsung-galaxy-tab-s9-sets-the-new-standard-to-bring-galaxys-premium-experience-to-a-tabletRead 10 October 2026
Process
CPU cores
CPU configuration
AApple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4)
| Count | Core |
|---|---|
| 3 | Performance |
| 6 | Efficiency |
BSamsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra
| Count | Core | Max clock (GHz) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cortex-X3 | 3.36 |
| 2 | Cortex-A715 | 2.8 |
| 2 | Cortex-A710 | 2.8 |
| 3 | Cortex-A510 | 2 |
Source2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/business/tablets/galaxy-tab-s/galaxy-tab-s9-ultra-wi-fi-graphite-256gb-sm-x910nzaaeubRead 10 October 2026Full specifications, CPU Speed: 3.36GHz, 2.8GHz, 2GHz. Core names and counts are from GSMArena5Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_tab_s9_ultra-12217.phpRead 10 October 20261x3.36 GHz Cortex-X3, 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A715, 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A710, 3x2.0 GHz Cortex-A510. Chip clocks as listed by GSMArena. Samsung does not publish them
Max CPU clock
Not available
3.36GHz
GPU
GPU cores
Not available
Memory
7 of 7 differ
RAM
12, 16GB1Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/samsung-galaxy-tab-s9-sets-the-new-standard-to-bring-galaxys-premium-experience-to-a-tabletRead 10 October 2026Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra: 12GB + 256GB, 12GB + 512GB, 16GB + 1TB. Storage availability may differ by market, model, color or carrier5Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_tab_s9_ultra-12217.phpRead 10 October 202612 GB and 16 GB RAM options
RAM type
Not available
Memory bandwidth
Not available
Storage
256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/119892Read 5 October 2026Marketed 1 TB and 2 TB represented as decimal 1000 and 2000 GB. Maker footnote defines 1 TB as one trillion bytes. Usable capacity is lower.
256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB1Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/samsung-galaxy-tab-s9-sets-the-new-standard-to-bring-galaxys-premium-experience-to-a-tabletRead 10 October 2026256GB, 512GB and 1TB. 1TB is stored as 1000 GB5Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_tab_s9_ultra-12217.phpRead 10 October 2026256GB, 512GB and 1TB options
Storage type
Memory card
Not available
Rear cameras
7 of 9 differ
Rear cameras
AApple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4)
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Aperture (f/) | Autofocus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main | 12 | 1.8 | PDAF |
Source1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/119892Read 5 October 202612 MP Wide f/1.8 with Autofocus with Focus Pixels. Apple camera documentation defines Focus Pixels as phase detection. The lens cover is not the display front.13Maker product pagedeveloper.apple.com/library/archive/documentation/DeviceInformation/Reference/iOSDeviceCompatibility/Cameras/Cameras.htmlRead 5 October 2026Apple explicitly explains Focus Pixels as phase-detection autofocus. Exact tablet camera specification independently says Autofocus with Focus Pixels.
BSamsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Aperture (f/) | Sensor size | Pixel size (µm) | Autofocus | Sensor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main | 13 | 2 | 1/3.4" | 1 | Autofocus, mechanism not stated | Hynix Hi-1337 |
| Ultrawide | 8 | 2.2 | Not available | Not available | Fixed | Hynix Hi-847 |
Source1Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/samsung-galaxy-tab-s9-sets-the-new-standard-to-bring-galaxys-premium-experience-to-a-tabletRead 10 October 202613MP AF + 8MP Ultra-Wide5Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_tab_s9_ultra-12217.phpRead 10 October 202613 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/3.4", 1.0µm, AF. 8 MP, f/2.2 (ultrawide). Focal lengths are left out because the GSMArena review states 23 mm for the main camera8Reviewgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_tab_s9_ultra-review-2610p5.phpRead 10 October 202613MP main on a Hynix Hi-1337 sensor with 1.0 um pixels. 8MP ultrawide on a Hynix Hi-847 sensor with fixed focus
Number of rear cameras
1
2
Main camera
12MP
13MP
Flash
Adaptive True Tone flash1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/119892Read 5 October 2026
Video recording
AApple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4)
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Max frame rate (fps) |
|---|---|---|
| 3840 | 2160 | 60 |
| 1920 | 1080 | 240 |
| 1280 | 720 | 30 |
BSamsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Max frame rate (fps) |
|---|---|---|
| 3840 | 2160 | 30 |
| 1920 | 1080 | 30 |
Max video resolution
3840 × 2160px
3840 × 2160px
Video HDR
Not available
Not available
Video formats
HEVC, H.264, ProRes1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/119892Read 5 October 2026Actual camera capture formats only. Playback and media-engine decoding formats are excluded.
Not available
Front camera
4 of 6 differ
Front cameras
AApple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4)
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Aperture (f/) |
|---|---|---|
| Ultrawide | 12 | 2 |
Source1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/119892Read 5 October 202612 MP f/2 Ultra Wide on the landscape edge. Exact model identification confirms the lens role. No f/2.4 from review metadata is copied.2Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/108043Read 5 October 2026Exact iPad Pro 11-inch (M4) section identifies Ultra Wide camera on the landscape edge.
BSamsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Aperture (f/) | Autofocus | Field of view |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main | 12 | 2.2 | Fixed | Not available |
| Ultrawide | 12 | 2.4 | Fixed | 120° |
Source1Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/samsung-galaxy-tab-s9-sets-the-new-standard-to-bring-galaxys-premium-experience-to-a-tabletRead 10 October 202612MP + 12MP Ultra-Wide5Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_tab_s9_ultra-12217.phpRead 10 October 202612 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide). 12 MP, f/2.4, 120 degrees (ultrawide)8Reviewgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_tab_s9_ultra-review-2610p5.phpRead 10 October 2026Two 12MP front cameras, f/2.2 and f/2.4 (ultrawide). Focus is fixed for both
Front camera resolution (as published)
Not available
Not available
Front camera position
Front video
AApple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4)
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Max frame rate (fps) |
|---|---|---|
| 1920 | 1080 | 60 |
BSamsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Max frame rate (fps) |
|---|---|---|
| 3840 | 2160 | 30 |
| 1920 | 1080 | 30 |
Front autofocus
Not available
No
Audio
3 of 6 differ
Number of speakers
41Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/samsung-galaxy-tab-s9-sets-the-new-standard-to-bring-galaxys-premium-experience-to-a-tabletRead 10 October 2026Quad Stereo Speakers with Sound by AKG4Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 10 October 2026Page 7 layout diagram labels four speakers5Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_tab_s9_ultra-12217.phpRead 10 October 2026Yes, with stereo speakers (4 speakers)
Speaker layout
Quad1Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/samsung-galaxy-tab-s9-sets-the-new-standard-to-bring-galaxys-premium-experience-to-a-tabletRead 10 October 2026Four speakers. Two on each short edge per the user manual layout4Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 10 October 2026Page 7 layout diagram shows two speakers on each short edge in landscape
Stereo speakers
3.5 mm jack
Not available
No4Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 10 October 2026Page 7 labels a Headphone jack / Multipurpose jack (USB Type-C), which is the USB-C port. GSMArena lists no 3.5 mm jack5Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_tab_s9_ultra-12217.phpRead 10 October 20263.5mm jack: No
Audio features
Four speaker audio, Spatial Audio playback, Dolby Atmos1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/119892Read 5 October 2026
Quad stereo speakers with sound by AKG, Dolby Atmos1Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/samsung-galaxy-tab-s9-sets-the-new-standard-to-bring-galaxys-premium-experience-to-a-tabletRead 10 October 2026Quad Stereo Speakers with Sound by AKG, Dolby Atmos
Network
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Cellular
Yes1Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/samsung-galaxy-tab-s9-sets-the-new-standard-to-bring-galaxys-premium-experience-to-a-tabletRead 10 October 20265G and LTE models. Availability of LTE model varies by market or carrier3Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/business/tablets/galaxy-tab-s/galaxy-tab-s9-ultra-5g-graphite-256gb-sm-x916bzaaeubRead 10 October 20265G model page
Network
2G bands
Not available
GSM 850, GSM 900, GSM 1800, GSM 19003Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/business/tablets/galaxy-tab-s/galaxy-tab-s9-ultra-5g-graphite-256gb-sm-x916bzaaeubRead 10 October 2026Network/Bearer 2G GSM: GSM850, GSM900, DCS1800, PCS19005Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_tab_s9_ultra-12217.phpRead 10 October 2026GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands
850 MHz, 900 MHz, 1700/2100 MHz, 1900 MHz, 2100 MHz1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/119892Read 5 October 2026Exact A2837 model in shared family table. UMTS/HSPA/HSPA+/DC-HSDPA frequencies are repeated in cellular rows only.
HSDPA 850, HSDPA 900, HSDPA 1700(AWS), HSDPA 1900, HSDPA 21003Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/business/tablets/galaxy-tab-s/galaxy-tab-s9-ultra-5g-graphite-256gb-sm-x916bzaaeubRead 10 October 20263G UMTS: B1(2100), B2(1900), B4(AWS), B5(850), B8(900)5Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_tab_s9_ultra-12217.phpRead 10 October 2026HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands
B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8, B11, B12, B13, B14, B17, B18, B19, B20, B21, B25, B26, B28, B29, B30, B32, B66, B71, B34, B38, B39, B40, B41, B42, B481Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/119892Read 5 October 2026Exact A2837 FDD and TDD LTE bands combined and repeated in each cellular row.
B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8, B12, B13, B17, B20, B25, B26, B28, B32, B38, B40, B41, B663Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/business/tablets/galaxy-tab-s/galaxy-tab-s9-ultra-5g-graphite-256gb-sm-x916bzaaeubRead 10 October 20264G FDD LTE B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8, B12, B13, B17, B20, B25, B26, B28, B32, B66 and 4G TDD LTE B38, B40, B415Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_tab_s9_ultra-12217.phpRead 10 October 20261, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 38, 40, 41, 66
5G bands
n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n14, n20, n25, n26, n28, n29, n30, n38, n40, n41, n48, n66, n70, n71, n75, n76, n77, n78, n791Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/119892Read 5 October 2026Exact A2837 NR list includes n76. No newer-generation modem list is substituted.
N1, N3, N5, N7, N8, N20, N28, N38, N40, N41, N66, N77, N783Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/business/tablets/galaxy-tab-s/galaxy-tab-s9-ultra-5g-graphite-256gb-sm-x916bzaaeubRead 10 October 20265G FDD Sub6 N1, N3, N5, N7, N8, N20, N28, N66 and 5G TDD Sub6 N38, N40, N41, N77, N78. No mmWave band5Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_tab_s9_ultra-12217.phpRead 10 October 20261, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6
5G mmWave
Max download speed
Not available
Not available
Modem
Not available
Not available
Connectivity
6 of 14 differ
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi bands
Bluetooth
Bluetooth codecs
Not available
NFC
Not available
Positioning
Digital compass, Wi-Fi, iBeacon microlocation, GPS/GNSS, Cellular1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/119892Read 5 October 2026Compass, Wi-Fi and iBeacon for all radios. GPS/GNSS and cellular positioning apply only to cellular rows. Every row lists its own methods.
Dual-band GNSS
Not available
Not available
Connector
USB ports
USB speed
USB 4 (up to 40Gb/s)1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/119892Read 5 October 2026
Thunderbolt
Not available
Video out over USB
Max external display
Not available
Not available
Stylus
2 of 5 differ
Stylus
Compatible styluses
AApple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4)
| Name | Included | Tilt | Hover | Haptics | Charging |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apple Pencil Pro | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Magnetic, on the device |
| Apple Pencil (USB-C) | No | Yes | Yes | No | USB-C |
BSamsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra
| Name | Included | Tilt | Hover | Charging | Latency (claimed) (ms) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S Pen | Yes | Yes | Yes | Magnetic, on the device | 2.8 |
| S Pen Creator Edition | No | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
Source1Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/samsung-galaxy-tab-s9-sets-the-new-standard-to-bring-galaxys-premium-experience-to-a-tabletRead 10 October 2026S Pen included in the box and S Pen Creator Edition sold separately2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/business/tablets/galaxy-tab-s/galaxy-tab-s9-ultra-wi-fi-graphite-256gb-sm-x910nzaaeubRead 10 October 2026S Pen is sensitive to pressure and tilt. Pressure level count is not published4Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 10 October 2026Air command: hover the S Pen over the screen. Hover is stored as supported5Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_tab_s9_ultra-12217.phpRead 10 October 2026Stylus, 2.8ms latency. Latency as listed by GSMArena for the S Pen
Pressure levels
Not available
Not available
Tilt support
Yes
Yes
Hover
Yes
Yes
Keyboard and accessories
3 of 4 differ
Accessory connector
Official keyboards
AApple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4)
| Name | Connection | Trackpad | Backlit | Function row | Included |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro 11-inch (2024) | Pogo pins | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
Source3Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2024/05/apple-unveils-stunning-new-ipad-pro-with-m4-chip-and-apple-pencil-proRead 5 October 2026Original launch explicitly lists compatible Magic Keyboard with trackpad, sold separately.10Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/108983Read 5 October 2026Maker instruction identifies Smart Connector contacts on the tablet and keyboard. Existing pogo_pins option represents these physical contact connections. Keyboard USB-C is pass-through charging, not a second tablet data port.15Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/120125Read 5 October 20262024 11-inch Pro keyboard explicitly lists M4 compatibility, backlit keys, haptic glass trackpad and 14-key function row. Requires iPadOS 17.4 or later. Separate accessory.
BSamsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra
| Name | Backlit | Included |
|---|---|---|
| Book Cover Keyboard | Yes | No |
| Book Cover Keyboard Slim | Not available | No |
Keyboard with trackpad
Yes
Not available
Keyboard in box
No
No
Features and sensors
3 of 4 differ
Fingerprint
Not available
Optical, under-display1Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/samsung-galaxy-tab-s9-sets-the-new-standard-to-bring-galaxys-premium-experience-to-a-tabletRead 10 October 2026Biometric Authentication: Fingerprint on Display (FOD)4Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 10 October 2026Page 7 labels a Fingerprint recognition sensor on the screen
Face unlock
Not available
Sensors
Face ID, LiDAR Scanner, Three-axis gyro, Accelerometer, Barometer, Ambient light sensors1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/119892Read 5 October 2026
Accelerometer, Fingerprint sensor, Gyro sensor, Geomagnetic sensor, Hall sensor, Light sensor2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/business/tablets/galaxy-tab-s/galaxy-tab-s9-ultra-wi-fi-graphite-256gb-sm-x910nzaaeubRead 10 October 2026Full specifications, Sensors: Accelerometer, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Hall Sensor, Light Sensor
Extra buttons
Not available
Not available
Battery and charging
8 of 13 differ
Battery capacity
8,160mAh17Regulatory filingregulatoryinfo.apple.com/cwt/api/ext/fileRead 5 October 2026Original maker EU sheet identifies A2836 and rated 8160 mAh. It is not Notebookcheck rounded/typical 8340 or a Wh conversion.18Regulatory filingregulatoryinfo.apple.com/cwt/api/ext/fileRead 5 October 2026Original maker EU sheet identifies A2837 and rated 8160 mAh. It is not Notebookcheck rounded/typical 8340 or a Wh conversion.
Battery capacity (typical)
Not available
Battery energy
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Claimed battery life
AApple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4)
| Use case | Connection | Hours (h) |
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| Web browsing | Wi-Fi | 10 |
| Video playback | Not available | 10 |
| Web browsing | Cellular | 9 |
BSamsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra
| Use case | Connection | Hours (h) |
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| Web browsing | Wi-Fi | 10 |
| Video playback | Not available | 16 |
Source2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/business/tablets/galaxy-tab-s/galaxy-tab-s9-ultra-wi-fi-graphite-256gb-sm-x910nzaaeubRead 10 October 2026Full specifications: Internet usage time (Wi-Fi) up to 10 hours and video playback time (Wireless) up to 16 hours. Brightness and test settings are not stated. Audio playback up to 218 hours is not stored3Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/business/tablets/galaxy-tab-s/galaxy-tab-s9-ultra-5g-graphite-256gb-sm-x916bzaaeubRead 10 October 20265G model: Internet usage time (LTE) up to 10 hours, Wi-Fi up to 10 hours, video playback up to 16 hours
Video playback (claimed)
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16h
Wired charging
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Wired charging standards
USB PD19Reviewnotebookcheck.net/Apple-iPad-Pro-11-2024-tablet-review-Lighter-slimmer-and-lightning-fast.842302.0.htmlRead 5 October 2026Exact Connections table explicitly lists USB-C Power Delivery. HDMI/DisplayPort in the table describe adapter outputs, not physical tablet ports.20Measurementgsmarena.com/apple_ipad_pro_11_2024-review-2703p3.phpRead 5 October 2026Exact empty-to-full test explicitly uses USB PD. Its 30 W observation conflicts with another review 20 W and is not stored as a universal accepted maximum.
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Charging guidance
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Charge 0 to 50 %
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Charge 0 to 100 %
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Reverse wired
Charger in box
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Included charger
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Measured
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Geekbench 6 single-core
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Geekbench 6 multi-core
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Geekbench 6 GPU
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3DMark Wild Life Extreme
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3DMark stress test stability
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Manual SDR brightness (measured)
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Brightness with auto (measured)
HDR brightness (measured)
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Contrast ratio (measured)
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Colour accuracy (measured Delta E)
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Reflections (measured)
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PWM dimming (measured)
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PWM up to brightness (measured)
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Stylus latency (measured)
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Battery life (measured)
Battery tests (measured)
AApple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4)
| Test | Hours (h) |
|---|---|
| Notebookcheck idle | 37.55 |
| Notebookcheck Wi-Fi | 15.18 |
| Notebookcheck video | 16.1 |
| Notebookcheck load | 4.6 |
BSamsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra
| Test | Brightness (nits) | Hours (h) |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 150 | 9.45 |
Full charge time (measured)
Loudspeaker loudness (measured)
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EU label and regulatory
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EU energy class
G17Regulatory filingregulatoryinfo.apple.com/cwt/api/ext/fileRead 5 October 202618Regulatory filingregulatoryinfo.apple.com/cwt/api/ext/fileRead 5 October 2026
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Battery endurance per cycle (EU test)
73h17Regulatory filingregulatoryinfo.apple.com/cwt/api/ext/fileRead 5 October 202673 hours 0 minutes under EU regulated test. Both radio-model sheets independently reopened and have identical stored parameters.18Regulatory filingregulatoryinfo.apple.com/cwt/api/ext/fileRead 5 October 202673 hours 0 minutes under EU regulated test. Both radio-model sheets independently reopened and have identical stored parameters.
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Battery endurance in cycles (EU test)
1,000cycles17Regulatory filingregulatoryinfo.apple.com/cwt/api/ext/fileRead 5 October 2026At least 1000 cycles at default settings. Stored value is the published lower bound.18Regulatory filingregulatoryinfo.apple.com/cwt/api/ext/fileRead 5 October 2026At least 1000 cycles at default settings. Stored value is the published lower bound.
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Drop resistance class
E17Regulatory filingregulatoryinfo.apple.com/cwt/api/ext/fileRead 5 October 202618Regulatory filingregulatoryinfo.apple.com/cwt/api/ext/fileRead 5 October 2026
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Repairability class
C17Regulatory filingregulatoryinfo.apple.com/cwt/api/ext/fileRead 5 October 202618Regulatory filingregulatoryinfo.apple.com/cwt/api/ext/fileRead 5 October 2026
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SAR body (US)
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In the box
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In the box
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Links
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Product page
support.apple.com/en-us/1198921Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/119892Read 5 October 2026Exact iPad Pro 11-inch (M4) technical specifications. The current storefront describes newer hardware and is not used to substitute its components.
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Spec sheet
support.apple.com/en-us/1198921Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/119892Read 5 October 2026Complete maker specification sheet is this exact-generation support document.
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Manual
support.apple.com/guide/ipad/ipad-pro-11-inch-m4-ipaded0ae0b7/ipados7Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/ipad/ipad-pro-11-inch-m4-ipaded0ae0b7/ipadosRead 5 October 2026Current original iPad User Guide hardware chapter for exact iPad Pro 11-inch (M4). The connector diagram names a single USB-C port and Smart Connector. LiDAR and the long-edge front camera are identified.
EPREL registration number
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Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
1year8Maker product pageapple.com/legal/warranty/products/ios-warranty-document-us.htmlRead 5 October 2026One-year US manufacturer warranty from retail purchase. Statutory rights are separate. The scalar is qualified to this market.17Regulatory filingregulatoryinfo.apple.com/cwt/api/ext/fileRead 5 October 2026Supplier minimum 12 months for this EU model. Statutory consumer rights are additional. EU support is five years from end of market placement, not a five-year-from-launch promise.18Regulatory filingregulatoryinfo.apple.com/cwt/api/ext/fileRead 5 October 2026Supplier minimum 12 months for this EU model. Statutory consumer rights are additional. EU support is five years from end of market placement, not a five-year-from-launch promise.
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