Honor MagicPad3 vs Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE+

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MagicPad3 compared with Galaxy Tab S10 FE+
HonorMagicPad3SamsungGalaxy Tab S10 FE+
Overview
ReleasedJuly 2025April 2025
Display
Screen size13.3″13.1″
Resolution3200 × 2136 (better)2880 × 1800
Sharpness289 pixels per inch (better)259 pixels per inch
PanelLCDLCD
Refresh rate165 Hz (better)90 Hz
Brightness700 nits (better)600 nits
Display typeLCD; 291 ppi; 91% screen-to-body ratioTFT LCD, WQXGA+, 16 million colours; 13.1 inches as a full rectangle or 13.0 inches accounting for rounded corners
Brightness detail700 nits; 1,000 nits high brightness mode, triggered in strong light or with HDR contentMaker states maximum brightness of 600 nits, or up to 800 nits outdoors in High Brightness Mode with Vision Booster
Display features1500:1 typical contrast; DCI-P3; 1.07 billion colours from 8-bit hardware plus 2-bit software extension; seven refresh steps (165/144/120/90/60/48/30 Hz); global DC dimming and hardware low blue lightUp to 90 Hz; Vision Booster; SGS Low Blue Light certification
Performance
ChipSnapdragon 8 Gen 3Exynos 1580
Memory16 GB (better)8 GB – 12 GB
Storage512 GB (better)128 GB, 256 GB
CPUSnapdragon 8 Gen 3 Mobile Platform; octa-coreOcta-core CPU at 2.9, 2.6 and 1.9 GHz
Cameras
Rear camera13 MP13 MP
Ultra wide cameraNoneNone
Front camera9 MP12 MP (better)
Rear camera13 MP f/2.0 autofocus main and 2 MP f/2.4 fixed-focus macro13 MP with autofocus, no flash
Front camera9 MP f/2.2 fixed focus; TechRadar's prose calls it 13 MP, but the maker UK sheet and TechAdvisor identify 9 MP12 MP ultra wide
Video recordingUp to 4K at 30 fps rear recording (TechAdvisor)UHD 4K (3840 × 2160) at 30 fps
Battery and connections
Battery life (maker's claim)–Up to 21 hours
Battery (mAh)12,450 mAh (better)10,090 mAh
Fastest charging66 W (better)45 W
Mobile data optionNoYes
StylusSupported, sold separatelySupported, in the box
Keyboard made for itYesYes
Battery life detail12,450 mAh typical, 12,300 mAh rated lithium-polymer silicon-carbon battery; HONOR E2 power management chip10,090 mAh typical; 9,800 mAh rated in the SM-X620 product information sheet. Up to 21 hours of wireless video playback. EU energy class F, 99 hours endurance per regulatory charge cycle, 2,000 battery endurance cycles at default settings; regulatory and video-playback claims use different tests
Charging66 W HONOR SuperCharge with a compatible charger; adapter absent from the maker UK standard-box listUp to 45 W wired charging; QC2.0 and AFC compatible; adapter sold separately
USB-CUSB-C 3.2 and external-display support (TechRadar); keyboard contact connectorUSB Type-C, USB 2.0
Wi-FiWi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), a/b/g/n/ac; 2.4 and 5 GHz; 2x2 MIMO, MLO, 4096 QAM, 160 MHz and MU-MIMOWi-Fi 6 (802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax), 2.4 and 5 GHz, HE80, MIMO, 1024-QAM; Wi-Fi Direct
BluetoothBluetooth 5.4, BLE; SBC, AAC, LDAC, aptX, aptX HD and aptX Adaptive; ASHA hearing-aid protocolBluetooth 5.3
Mobile network–Optional 5G Sub-6 model weighs 668 g; one physical SIM and one eSIM. Model availability varies by market and carrier
Stylus supportHONOR Magic-Pencil 3; promotional bundles may include it, but the standard UK specification box does notS Pen supplied without Bluetooth; both tablet and pen rated IP68, tested up to 1.5 metres in freshwater for 30 minutes; not advised for beach or pool use
KeyboardsHONOR MagicPad3 Smart Touch Keyboard with touchpad; regional/promotional bundles varyOptional Book Cover Keyboard and Book Cover Keyboard Slim with Galaxy AI key; Smart Book Cover and anti-reflecting screen protector also available separately
Design
Weight595 g (better)664 g
Thickness5.79 mm (better)6 mm
Height × width293.88 × 201.38 mm194.7 × 300.6 mm
Water and dust resistance–IP68
Operating systemAndroidAndroid
BiometricsCamera-based face unlock; no fingerprint reader (TechAdvisor and TechRadar)Fingerprint sensor in the power key
SpeakersEight speakers; HONOR Spatial AudioDual speakers
Sensors–Accelerometer, fingerprint sensor, gyro sensor, geomagnetic sensor, Hall sensor and light sensor
MaterialsMaker UK overview describes a unibody aluminium-alloy chassis; reviewers describe the textured rear surface as composite or vinyl-like–
ColoursGray in the UK; White in other marketsGrey, Silver and Blue
Software at launchMagicOS 9.0.1 based on Android 15; both launch reviews report Honor's commitment of at least one major Android upgrade and two years of security patches, rather than the longer China-specific policyAndroid 15; UK product page lists security updates until 30 April 2032
In the boxTablet with battery, USB-C cable, quick-start guide and warranty card; promotional keyboard/pen bundles are separate from this standard list–

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