Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ (Wi-Fi, 4 GB / 64 GB) / Apple iPad (10th generation) Wi-Fi

Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ (Wi-Fi, 4 GB / 64 GB): Wi-Fi model with 4 GB RAM and 64 GB storage. The 8 GB / 128 GB version, the 5G model, the Kids Edition and the 8.7-inch Galaxy Tab A9 are separate configurations and models.

Apple iPad (10th generation) Wi-Fi: iPad (10th generation), Wi-Fi model; 64 GB or 256 GB. The Wi-Fi + Cellular model (481 g, 5G), iPad (9th generation) and iPad (A16) are separate models.

Specification	Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ (Wi-Fi, 4 GB / 64 GB)	Apple iPad (10th generation) Wi-Fi
Release year	2023	2022
Display	11.0-inch LCD; up to 90 Hz The size is measured as a full rectangle without the rounded corners, so the visible area is slightly smaller. 90 Hz makes scrolling look smoother than on 60 Hz screens. Samsung	10.9-inch Liquid Retina, LED-backlit with IPS technology; 2360 × 1640, 264 ppi; 500 nits; True Tone; fingerprint-resistant coating Because of the rounded corners, the screen measures 10.86 inches as a rectangle. True Tone adjusts white balance to ambient light. Apple
Processor	Octa-core processor Samsung’s spec table does not name the chip; it may differ by market. Samsung	—
Memory and storage	4 GB RAM + 64 GB; up to 1 TB with microSD Usable storage is less than 64 GB because of preloaded software; 8 GB + 128 GB is a separate configuration. Samsung	—
Battery	7,040 mAh (typical) The typical value is the average of the battery samples tested; real battery life depends on screen brightness and apps. Samsung	28.6 Wh lithium-polymer; up to 10 hours of web or video on Wi-Fi Apple
Charging	Wired, 15 W; QC2.0 and AFC compatible; adapter sold separately There is no charger in the box; a compatible adapter is needed to reach 15 W. Samsung	—
Cameras	8 MP rear, 5 MP front The front camera is used for video calls and the rear one for documents and quick shots; neither lists optical stabilisation. Samsung	Rear 12 MP Wide, ƒ/1.8, 4K video at 24/25/30/60 fps; landscape front 12 MP Center Stage, ƒ/2.4 Center Stage automatically pans and zooms to keep you in frame on video calls. The front camera sits on the long edge for landscape calls. Apple
Connectivity	Wi-Fi 5; Bluetooth 5.1; cellular only on the 5G model This Wi-Fi model has no SIM slot or mobile data. Samsung	—
Audio	Quad speakers; Dolby Atmos The four speakers are split between both sides for stereo sound when the tablet is held horizontally. Samsung	Landscape stereo speakers; dual microphones Apple
Software	Launched with Android 13; Samsung Knox Knox is Samsung’s on-device security platform, covering encryption and enterprise management features. Samsung	—
Size and weight	168.7 × 257.1 × 6.9 mm; 480 g The 5G model weighs 491 g. Samsung	248.6 × 179.5 × 7 mm; 477 g Apple
Colours	Graphite, Silver, Navy (Canada) Colour options can vary by market; the hardware is the same. Samsung	—
Accessories	Book Cover and Book Cover Keyboard Slim sold separately; no stylus support listed The keyboard cover attaches to the contact points on the tablet’s bottom edge. Samsung	—
Chip	—	A14 Bionic; 6-core CPU, 4-core graphics, 16-core Neural Engine Apple
Storage and colours	—	64 GB or 256 GB; Silver, Blue, Pink, Yellow Storage cannot be expanded later; external storage can be connected over USB-C. Apple
Pencil and keyboard	—	Apple Pencil (USB-C) and Apple Pencil (1st generation); Smart Connector Apple Pencil (1st generation) needs the USB-C to Apple Pencil Adapter for pairing and charging. The Smart Connector is for keyboard cases. Apple
Wireless	—	Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) with 2×2 MIMO, simultaneous dual band; Bluetooth 5.2 Apple
USB-C	—	USB 2.0 (up to 480 Mb/s); native DisplayPort output; one external display up to 4K at 30 Hz or 1080p at 60 Hz Although the connector is USB-C, data speed is USB 2.0, so large file transfers are slow. Apple
Authentication	—	Touch ID in the top button Apple
In the box	—	USB-C charge cable (1 m); 20 W USB-C power adapter Apple