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Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Lite vs Samsung Galaxy Tab S9

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SamsungGalaxy Tab S10 LiteSamsungGalaxy Tab S9
Overview
ReleasedSeptember 2025August 2023
Display
Screen size10.9″11″
Resolution2112 × 13202560 × 1600
Sharpness228 pixels per inch274 pixels per inch
PanelLCDOLED
Refresh rate90 Hz120 Hz
Display typeTFT LCD, WUXGA+, 16 million colours; 10.9 inches as a full rectangle or 10.8 inches accounting for rounded cornersDynamic AMOLED 2X, WQXGA (2560 × 1600), 16 million colours; 11 inches measured diagonally as a full rectangle, with less viewable area at the rounded corners
Brightness detailMaker states up to 600 nits peak brightness with Vision Booster; typical brightness not published–
Display featuresUp to 90 Hz; Vision Booster; SGS Low Blue Light certificationAdaptive 60–120 Hz refresh; Vision Booster adjusts contrast and colour outdoors. HDR10+ support described by Trusted Reviews.
Performance
ChipExynos 1380Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy
Memory6 GB – 8 GB8 GB – 12 GB
Storage128 GB, 256 GB128 GB, 256 GB
CPUOcta-core CPU at 2.4 and 2.0 GHzOcta-core Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy; CPU speeds 3.36 GHz, 2.8 GHz and 2 GHz
Cameras
Rear camera8 MP13 MP
Ultra wide cameraNoneNone
Front camera5 MP12 MP
Rear camera8 MP with autofocus, no flashSingle 13 MP camera with autofocus and flash; no rear ultra wide camera
Front camera5 MP12 MP ultra wide camera on the long display edge
Video recordingFull HD (1920 × 1080) at 30 fpsUp to UHD 4K (3840 × 2160) at 30 fps
Battery and connections
Battery life (maker's claim)Up to 16 hoursUp to 15 hours
Battery (mAh)8,000 mAh8,400 mAh
Fastest charging25 W45 W
Mobile data optionYesYes
StylusSupported, in the boxSupported, in the box
Keyboard made for itYesYes
Battery life detail8,000 mAh typical; 7,760 mAh rated in both Wi-Fi and 5G product information sheets. Up to 16 hours of wireless video playback. EU energy class F, 87 hours endurance per regulatory charge cycle and 2,000 battery endurance cycles at default settings; regulatory and video-playback claims use different tests8,400 mAh typical, 8,160 mAh rated minimum. Maker claims up to 15 hours of wireless video playback, 10 hours of Wi-Fi internet use or 149 hours of wireless audio playback; actual life depends on use.
ChargingUp to 25 W Super Fast Charging; power adapter sold separatelyUp to 45 W with an official Samsung 45 W charger and compatible cable, both sold separately. The included USB-C cable supports up to 3 A; original user manual specifies a separate compatible cable for optimal charging.
USB-CUSB Type-C, USB 2.0; no 3.5 mm headphone jackUSB Type-C, USB 3.2 Gen 1; Samsung DeX supports a compatible external display connection through a USB-C-to-HDMI adaptor (sold separately)
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6 (802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax), 2.4 and 5 GHz, HE80, MIMO, 1024-QAM; Wi-Fi DirectWi-Fi 6E: 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax on 2.4, 5 and 6 GHz; HE160, MIMO, 1024-QAM; Wi-Fi Direct
BluetoothBluetooth 5.3Bluetooth 5.3
Mobile networkOptional SM-X406B 5G Sub-6 model with one physical nano-SIM; Wi-Fi and 5G models both weigh 524 gWi-Fi model SM-X710; 5G/LTE model SM-X716B weighs 500 g. Mobile-network support and availability vary by market and carrier.
Stylus supportIncluded white S Pen with magnetic attachment to the back; supports handwriting, drawing and Air commandBluetooth S Pen included, with Air actions and remote controls; magnetic attachment and charging on the rear. Tablet and included pen are IP68, tested in up to 1.5 m of fresh water for 30 minutes; not recommended for beach or pool use.
KeyboardsOptional Book Cover Keyboard and Book Cover Keyboard Slim with Galaxy AI key; Smart Book Cover and anti-reflecting screen protector sold separatelyOptional Book Cover Keyboard and Book Cover Keyboard Slim; accessories sold separately. Backlit keys are an Ultra accessory feature, not standard Tab S9.
Design
Weight524 g498 g
Thickness6.6 mm5.9 mm
Height × width165.8 × 254.3 mm254.3 × 165.8 mm
Water and dust resistanceIP42IP68
Operating systemAndroidAndroid
BiometricsFace recognition; no fingerprint sensorOn-screen fingerprint sensor; face recognition described in the exact-model user manual
SpeakersTwo 1.6 W speakersFour stereo speakers with Sound by AKG and Dolby Atmos
MicrophonesTwo microphones shown in the exact-model user guide–
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro sensor, geomagnetic sensor, Hall sensor and light sensor; GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo and QZSSAccelerometer, fingerprint sensor, gyro sensor, geomagnetic sensor, Hall sensor and RGB light sensor
Materials–Armour Aluminium frame; water and dust resistance can diminish with wear
ColoursGrey, Silver and CoralredGraphite and Beige; finish and configuration availability vary by market
Software at launchAndroid 15 in the maker's launch specifications; current Android 16 user guide available. UK product page lists security updates until 31 August 2032Android 13; maker launch commitment of four generations of One UI/Android OS upgrades and five years of security updates
In the boxTablet, S Pen, USB Type-C cable, ejection pin and quick start guide; power adapter sold separatelyGalaxy Tab S9, S Pen and USB Type-C cable; maker box-content images also show an ejector tool. Charger and other accessories sold separately.

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