Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 vs Apple iPad Pro 13 M4
Verdict: Apple iPad Pro 13 M4 wins on performance with M4 chip benchmarks 40% higher multi-core than Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (per Geekbench 6) and superior tandem OLED brightness of 1000 nits versus 600 nits on Tab S9 (per RTINGS). Tab S9 provides better value for basic use with IP68 rating and expandable storage but trails in longevity with shorter update support. iPad Pro excels for pro workflows while Tab S9 suits casual Android users.
Winner: Apple iPad Pro 13 M4
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9: 6.5/10
Apple iPad Pro 13 M4: 8.5/10
Spec-by-spec comparison
| Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 | Apple iPad Pro 13 M4 | |
|---|---|---|
| screen_size | 11 inches | 13 inches |
| chip | Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Apple M4 |
| ram | 8GB | 8GB |
| battery | 8400 mAh | 38.99 Wh |
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9
What works
- 120Hz Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with 600 nits peak brightness (per RTINGS)
- IP68 dust and water resistance rating
- DeX desktop mode for productivity workflows
What doesn't
- Only 8GB RAM limits heavy multitasking compared to newer tablets
- No official OS updates beyond Android 15
Apple iPad Pro 13 M4
What works
- Tandem OLED display with 1000 nits full-screen brightness (per Apple specs)
- M4 chip delivers up to 1.5x faster CPU performance than prior generation (per Geekbench)
- Thunderbolt 4 port with 40 Gbps bandwidth
What doesn't
- Higher starting price than comparable Android tablets
Bottom line
Our pick: Apple iPad Pro 13 M4.
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