Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra 14.6″ – Wi-Fi Only

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

• 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

• Brilliant 14.6″ AMOLED display with adaptive refresh and Vision Booster

• Included S Pen made for drawing, taking notes, and productivity

• Massive battery & relatively fast charging for its size

• Desktop-like experience via Samsung DeX

• Expandable storage, IP68 design, excellent audio fidelity

• Exceptional choice for creatives, professionals, or anyone needing a tablet-laptop hybrid

Considerations

• Size and weight (732 g) make it difficult to hold for long or use handheld—best used stationary or propped up

• Some Android apps may not scale well on ultra-wide displays—DeX usage is recommended for best layout experience

• Charging is fast but not fastest—full charge still takes over two hours with 45W adapter

• 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:

• A large canvas for drawing, editing, or reading

• Multi-window productivity, note-taking, or desk-style workflows with S Pen and DeX

• Long battery life with occasional fast recharges

• 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.