Description
Samsung’s Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra, introduced in mid-2023, is the flagship of the Tab S9 lineup—offering a giant 14.6″ OLED screen, desktop-class multitasking tools, and powerful hardware. With stylus support, a quad-speaker sound system, and expandable storage, this tablet delivers both creativity and productivity in a refined package. Despite its weight and size, its display, battery endurance, and flexibility make it one of the best Android tablets to date.
Key Features
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Display & Design
• 14.6″ Dynamic AMOLED 2X (1848×2960 px, ~240 ppi), 120 Hz adaptive refresh, HDR10+, Vision Booster for enhanced outdoor contrast—one of the brightest in its class (~1,750 nits)
• Rugged and sleek: 5.5 mm thin aluminum body, IP68-rated, weighs ~732 g for Wi‑Fi version -
Performance & Storage
• Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy (4 nm) with 12 GB or 16 GB RAM and UFS storage up to 1 TB. Includes dedicated microSD card slot up to 1 TB -
**S Pen & Productivity**
• Included S Pen with 2.8 ms latency and Bluetooth Air Actions, magnetically attaches and recharges on the back
• Full Samsung DeX support for desktop-style multitasking, floating apps, drag-and-drop workflows -
Battery & Charging
• Massive 11,200 mAh battery delivers up to ~11 hours of active use (web, video, work), and can last days on light use
• Supports 45 W fast wired charging—0 to full takes ~2h 8m; 30 min yields ~32% charge -
Audio & Camera
• Quad AKG-tuned stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos deliver immersive audio
• Dual-front cameras (12 MP wide + ultrawide) in a notch; Rear: 13 MP wide + 8 MP ultrawide; supports 4K@30fps recording -
Software & Support
• Ships with Android 13 / One UI 5.1; upgraded via One UI 7 on Android 15; Samsung offers 4 major OS upgrades and 5 years of security updates
Pros at a Glance
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Brilliant 14.6″ AMOLED display with adaptive refresh and Vision Booster
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Included S Pen made for drawing, taking notes, and productivity
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Massive battery & relatively fast charging for its size
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Desktop-like experience via Samsung DeX
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Expandable storage, IP68 design, excellent audio fidelity
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Exceptional choice for creatives, professionals, or anyone needing a tablet-laptop hybrid
Considerations
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Size and weight (732 g) make it difficult to hold for long or use handheld—best used stationary or propped up
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Some Android apps may not scale well on ultra-wide displays—DeX usage is recommended for best layout experience
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Charging is fast but not fastest—full charge still takes over two hours with 45W adapter
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Occasional software or battery drainage issues after Android updates; gives better performance once usage patterns stabilize per users
Real User Feedback
“The drawing experience is unparalleled… using Clip Studio Paint has never felt this smooth.” — artist user, reporting significant creative improvement with S Pen on Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra
“Battery drains rapidly on Android 14 update… stand-by drain was 1%/day on Android 13 but became unacceptable afterward.” — user feedback on Android upgrade issues
Who Should Pick the Tab S9 Ultra
If your priorities include:
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A large canvas for drawing, editing, or reading
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Multi-window productivity, note-taking, or desk-style workflows with S Pen and DeX
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Long battery life with occasional fast recharges
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Premium design with IP68 durability and expandability
…then the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra (Wi‑Fi Only) is a top-tier choice among Android tablets. It’s Galaxy’s best for power users, creatives, and professionals who want tablet flexibility without compromising performance.
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