Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ (Wi-Fi, 4 GB / 64 GB) / Apple iPad mini (6th 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 mini (6th generation) Wi-Fi: iPad mini (6th generation, 2021) Wi-Fi model; 64 or 256 GB. The Wi-Fi + Cellular version (A2568) adds 5G. The iPad mini (2024) with A17 Pro is a separate model.

SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Tab A9+ (Wi-Fi, 4 GB / 64 GB)Apple iPad mini (6th generation) Wi-Fi
Release year20232021
Display11.0-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		8.3-inch Liquid Retina, LED-backlit IPS; 2266 × 1488 pixels, 326 ppi; wide colour (P3), True Tone, fully laminated

Apple rates brightness at 500 nits, and the anti-reflective coating cuts reflectivity to 1.8%. No refresh rate is stated, and the display is not ProMotion.

Apple
ProcessorOcta-core processor

Samsung’s spec table does not name the chip; it may differ by market.

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Memory and storage4 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.

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Battery7,040 mAh (typical)

The typical value is the average of the battery samples tested; real battery life depends on screen brightness and apps.

Samsung		19.3 Wh lithium-polymer; up to 10 hours of web or video on Wi‑Fi

The times come from Apple’s own test conditions and vary with use.

Apple
ChargingWired, 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.

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Cameras8 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.

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ConnectivityWi-Fi 5; Bluetooth 5.1; cellular only on the 5G model

This Wi-Fi model has no SIM slot or mobile data.

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AudioQuad 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
SoftwareLaunched with Android 13; Samsung Knox

Knox is Samsung’s on-device security platform, covering encryption and enterprise management features.

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Size and weight168.7 × 257.1 × 6.9 mm; 480 g

The 5G model weighs 491 g.

Samsung		195.4 × 134.8 × 6.3 mm; 293 g Apple
ColoursGraphite, Silver, Navy (Canada)

Colour options can vary by market; the hardware is the same.

Samsung		Space Grey, Pink, Purple, Starlight Apple
AccessoriesBook 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.

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Chip—A15 Bionic: 6-core CPU (2 performance + 4 efficiency), 5-core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine Apple
Storage—64 GB or 256 GB

There is no memory card slot.

Apple
Apple Pencil—Apple Pencil (2nd generation) and Apple Pencil (USB-C)

The second-generation pencil pairs and charges via the magnetic connector on the side.

Apple
Rear camera—12 MP Wide, ƒ/1.8; 4K video at 24/25/30/60 fps; quad-LED True Tone flash Apple
Front camera—12 MP Ultra Wide, ƒ/2.4, 122° field of view; Center Stage

Center Stage automatically pans the frame to follow the person during video calls. The camera sits on the short edge of the tablet.

Apple
Wireless—Wi‑Fi 6 (802.11ax) 2x2 MIMO, up to 1.2 Gb/s; Bluetooth 5.0 Apple
USB-C—USB-C: charging, DisplayPort, USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 Gb/s); one external display up to 4K at 30 Hz Apple
Authentication—Touch ID in the top button Apple
Sensors—Touch ID, three-axis gyro, accelerometer, barometer, ambient light sensor Apple