Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE vs iPad Pro 11" M2
Verdict: iPad Pro 11" M2 leads with M2 chip benchmarks 60% higher single-core than Exynos 1380 per Geekbench 6 and a 120 Hz display versus 90 Hz LCD per RTINGS. Tab S9 FE counters with IP68 rating and microSD expansion absent on the iPad. iPad Pro wins on performance and display quality while Tab S9 FE suits users prioritizing durability and storage flexibility.
Winner: iPad Pro 11" M2
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE: 6.5/10
iPad Pro 11" M2: 8/10
Spec-by-spec comparison
| Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE | iPad Pro 11" M2 | |
|---|---|---|
| screen_size | 10.9 inches LCD | 11 inches Liquid Retina XDR |
| processor | Exynos 1380 | Apple M2 |
| RAM | 6 GB | 8 GB |
| storage_options | 128 GB / 256 GB | 128 GB / 256 GB / 512 GB / 1 TB / 2 TB |
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE
What works
- IP68 water and dust resistance
- S Pen included
- Expandable storage via microSD
What doesn't
- Only 6 GB RAM limits multitasking
- LCD panel at 90 Hz refresh rate
iPad Pro 11" M2
What works
- Apple M2 chip delivers high performance
- 120 Hz ProMotion display
- Excellent build quality and speakers
What doesn't
- No expandable storage
- No IP rating for water resistance
Bottom line
Our pick: iPad Pro 11" M2.
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