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Apple iPad Pro 12.9-inch (M2) vs Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra
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Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M5)97 of 160 fields differ
- 58 different values
- 39 known for one only
- 23 the same
- 40 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 101 tablets.
- Peak brightnessA: 1,600nitsB: 930nitsApple is 670 nits higher.
Size, drawn to scale
Front and side.
- AApple: 214.9 × 280.6 mm
- BSamsung: 208.6 × 326.4 mm
Weight
0 to 800 g
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General
10 of 11 differ
Series
Model numbers
A2436, A2437, A2764, A27662Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/108043Read 13 October 2026Model number on the back cover: A2436 (Wi-Fi), A2437 (Wi-Fi + Cellular), A2764 (Wi-Fi + Cellular with mmWave), A2766 (Wi-Fi + Cellular, China mainland only)
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
Predecessor
Not available
Not available
Successor
Launch price (US)
Markets
Not available
Colours
Form factor
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
Not available
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
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Screen size
Resolution
Pixel density
264.7ppi
239ppi
Aspect ratio
Display type
Display type (as published)
Liquid Retina XDR display1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111841Read 13 October 2026Liquid Retina XDR display
Dimming zones
Not available
Refresh rate modes
AApple iPad Pro 12.9-inch (M2)
| Mode | Max (Hz) | Variable |
|---|---|---|
| ProMotion | 120 | Yes |
Source6Spec databasegsmarena.com/apple_ipad_pro_12_9_(2022)-11939.phpRead 13 October 2026Display: Liquid Retina XDR mini-LED LCD, 120Hz. Minimum refresh rate is not stored because it is not published for this model7Spec databaseeverymac.com/systems/apple/ipad/specs/apple-ipad-pro-12-9-inch-6th-gen-2022-a2436-wi-fi-only-specs.htmlRead 13 October 2026ProMotion up to 120 Hz as quoted from Apple. The Apple spec page names ProMotion technology without a number
BSamsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra
| Min (Hz) | Max (Hz) | Variable |
|---|---|---|
| 60 | 120 | Yes |
Max refresh rate
120Hz
120Hz
Min refresh rate
Not available
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
Fully laminated
Not available
Anti-reflection coating
Antireflective coating1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111841Read 13 October 2026Antireflective coating, 1.8% reflectivity
Not available
Screen surface
Not available
Not available
Nano-texture option
Not available
Not available
PWM dimming frequency
Not available
Not available
Platform
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OS at launch
Software
Not available
Not available
Latest OS
iPadOS 277Spec databaseeverymac.com/systems/apple/ipad/specs/apple-ipad-pro-12-9-inch-6th-gen-2022-a2436-wi-fi-only-specs.htmlRead 13 October 2026States this iPad Pro is compatible with iPadOS 278Maker product pageapple.com/os/ipadosRead 13 October 2026iPadOS 27 is compatible with iPad Pro (4th generation and later, M1 and later). This is current software, not launch firmware or a promised support duration
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 12.9-inch (M2)
| Count | Core | Max clock (GHz) |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | Performance | 3.49 |
| 4 | Efficiency | Not available |
Source1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111841Read 13 October 2026Core counts from Apple. The performance core clock is not an Apple statement and comes from EveryMac and GSMArena6Spec databasegsmarena.com/apple_ipad_pro_12_9_(2022)-11939.phpRead 13 October 2026Octa-core (4x3.49 GHz performance cores, 4 efficiency cores). Apple publishes no clock7Spec databaseeverymac.com/systems/apple/ipad/specs/apple-ipad-pro-12-9-inch-6th-gen-2022-a2436-wi-fi-only-specs.htmlRead 13 October 2026Third-party software reports a clock of 3.49 GHz for the M2 in this model
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
3.49GHz
3.36GHz
GPU
GPU cores
Not available
Memory
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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
100GB/s1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111841Read 13 October 2026100GB/s memory bandwidth
Not available
Storage
128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111841Read 13 October 2026128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB and 2TB. 1TB is stored as 1000 GB and 2TB as 2000 GB2Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/108043Read 13 October 2026Capacity 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB
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
Not available
Rear cameras
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Rear cameras
AApple iPad Pro 12.9-inch (M2)
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Aperture (f/) | Sensor size | Pixel size (µm) | Autofocus | Field of view |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main | 12 | 1.8 | 1/3.0" | 1.22 | PDAF | Not available |
| Ultrawide | 10 | 2.4 | Not available | Not available | Not available | 125° |
Source1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111841Read 13 October 2026Wide: 12MP, f/1.8, autofocus with Focus Pixels. Ultra Wide: 10MP, f/2.4 and 125 degree field of view. Sensor and pixel size are from GSMArena6Spec databasegsmarena.com/apple_ipad_pro_12_9_(2022)-11939.phpRead 13 October 2026Main: 12 MP, f/1.8, 1/3.0 inch, 1.22 um, dual pixel PDAF. Ultra Wide 10 MP f/2.4 125 degrees. Apple names the focus system Focus Pixels, stored as pdaf
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
2
2
Main camera
12MP
13MP
Flash
Video recording
AApple iPad Pro 12.9-inch (M2)
| 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
Not available
Front camera
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Front cameras
AApple iPad Pro 12.9-inch (M2)
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Aperture (f/) | Field of view |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ultrawide | 12 | 2.4 | 122° |
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
Auto framing
Not available
Front video
AApple iPad Pro 12.9-inch (M2)
| 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
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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
Microphones
51Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111841Read 13 October 2026Five studio-quality microphones
Not available
3.5 mm jack
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/111841Read 13 October 2026Four speaker audio, Spatial Audio playback and Dolby Atmos in the audio playback formats
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/111841Read 13 October 2026UMTS/HSPA/HSPA+/DC-HSDPA (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz)
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, B46, B481Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111841Read 13 October 2026FDD-LTE bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 66, 71 and TD-LTE bands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 46, 48. The page header names Model A2435 and A2764. A2435 is the 11-inch model, so the lists are applied to A2764 and, as GSMArena lists the same bands, to A24376Spec databasegsmarena.com/apple_ipad_pro_12_9_(2022)-11939.phpRead 13 October 2026Same 4G band list for A2764 and A2437 as Apple lists
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, n77, n78, n79, n258, n260, n2611Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111841Read 13 October 20265G NR sub-6 bands n1 to n79 plus mmWave n258, n260, n261 for the mmWave model. The base value holds every option. GSMArena lists no mmWave for A24376Spec databasegsmarena.com/apple_ipad_pro_12_9_(2022)-11939.phpRead 13 October 2026A2764: 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 70, 71, 77, 78, 79, 258, 260, 261 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave. A2437 and A2766 sub-6 only, same list without 258, 260, 261
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
Yes1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111841Read 13 October 20265G (sub-6 GHz and mmWave) with 4x4 MIMO. mmWave is only on the model that Apple's identify page names as Wi-Fi + Cellular with mmWave, A27646Spec databasegsmarena.com/apple_ipad_pro_12_9_(2022)-11939.phpRead 13 October 2026mmWave bands 258, 260, 261 for A2764 only
Max download speed
Not available
Not available
Modem
Not available
Not available
Connectivity
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Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi bands
Bluetooth
Bluetooth codecs
Not available
Not available
NFC
Positioning
Dual-band GNSS
Not available
Not available
Connector
USB ports
USB speed
Thunderbolt
Thunderbolt 31Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111841Read 13 October 2026Thunderbolt 3 (up to 40Gb/s)
Not available
Video out over USB
Max external display
Not available
Not available
Stylus
2 of 5 differ
Stylus
Compatible styluses
AApple iPad Pro 12.9-inch (M2)
| Name | Included | Tilt | Hover | Charging |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apple Pencil (2nd generation) | No | Not available | Yes | Magnetic, on the device |
| Apple Pencil (USB-C) | No | Yes | Yes | USB-C |
Source1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111841Read 13 October 2026Display section lists both pencils and Apple Pencil hover. Charging by the magnetic connector is named in the buttons and connectors list3Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2022/10/apple-introduces-next-generation-ipad-pro-supercharged-by-the-m2-chipRead 13 October 2026Hover with Apple Pencil (2nd generation) detected up to 12 mm above the display. Apple Pencil (2nd generation) is sold separately10Maker product pageapple.com/apple-pencilRead 13 October 2026Apple Pencil (USB-C) is compatible with iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd to 6th generation) and provides tilt sensitivity. Footnote: Apple Pencil hover works with iPad Pro 12.9-inch (6th generation). Pressure levels and latency are not published
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
2 of 4 differ
Accessory connector
Official keyboards
AApple iPad Pro 12.9-inch (M2)
| Name | Connection | Included |
|---|---|---|
| Magic Keyboard | Pogo pins | No |
| Smart Keyboard Folio | Pogo pins | No |
BSamsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra
| Name | Backlit | Included |
|---|---|---|
| Book Cover Keyboard | Yes | No |
| Book Cover Keyboard Slim | Not available | No |
Keyboard with trackpad
Not available
Not available
Keyboard in box
No
No
Features and sensors
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Fingerprint
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
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Sensors
Face ID, LiDAR Scanner, Three-axis gyro, Accelerometer, Barometer, Ambient light sensor1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111841Read 13 October 2026Face ID, LiDAR Scanner, Three-axis gyro, Accelerometer, Barometer, Ambient light sensor
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
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Battery and charging
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Battery capacity
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Battery energy
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Claimed battery life
AApple iPad Pro 12.9-inch (M2)
| Use case | Connection | Hours (h) |
|---|---|---|
| Web browsing | Wi-Fi | 10 |
| Video playback | Not available | 10 |
| Web browsing | Cellular | 9 |
BSamsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra
| Use case | Connection | Hours (h) |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
10h
16h
Wired charging
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Wired charging standards
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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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Charger in box
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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AnTuTu
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Manual SDR brightness (measured)
Brightness with auto (measured)
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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)
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Battery tests (measured)
AApple iPad Pro 12.9-inch (M2)
| Test | Brightness (nits) | Hours (h) |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 150 | 10.65 |
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
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Battery endurance per cycle (EU test)
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Battery endurance in cycles (EU test)
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Drop resistance class
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Repairability class
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SAR body (US)
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In the box
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In the box
iPad Pro 12.9-inch (6th generation), USB-C Charge Cable (1 meter), 20W USB-C Power Adapter1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111841Read 13 October 2026In the Box list, as published at launch
Links
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Product page
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Spec sheet
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Manual
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EPREL registration number
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Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
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