Samsung Galaxy Tab S 11" S11 Gray 2025
The 467g tablet pairs an IP68-rated build with an 18-hour battery life and a MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ processor driving its 11-inch 120Hz Dynamic AMOLED 2X display. The included S Pen features Writing Assist to instantly organize notes and Drawing Assist to refine sketches, and storage expands beyond the 256GB base. It suits digital illustrators and students needing a stylus-focused, durable device for creative work and all-day media consumption.
Snapshot
The 30-Second Version
With a display that cracks the 92nd percentile and a feature score in the 98th percentile, the Galaxy Tab S11 is a remarkable Android tablet for creatives and binge-watchers. The Dimensity 9400+ keeps things snappy, and the S Pen makes drawing effortless. Just know it's Wi-Fi only and battery life is solid but not class-leading.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Stunning 11" AMOLED display hits the 92nd percentile for screen quality. 98th
- Feature-packed with S Pen, IP68, and expandable storage; 98th percentile feature score. 92th
- Strong battery life (83rd percentile) with up to 18 hours. 91th
- Fast enough for most tasks: CPU, GPU, and RAM all above the 80th percentile. 89th
- Excellent social proof: 4.6/5 stars from over 1,500 reviews.
Cons
- Wi-Fi only, no cellular option, leaving connectivity in the 37th percentile.
- Business productivity score of 62.4/100, lagging competitors like the Surface Pro.
- Storage capacity is middle-of-the-road (74th percentile) despite expansion.
- Can't match Apple M5 iPad Pro for raw CPU/GPU power.
- No official keyboard bundle, which adds cost for laptop use.
What owners think
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The proof
Performance
Under the hood, the Dimensity 9400+ with its octa-core design puts the Tab S11 in the 83rd percentile for CPU power among tablets. That's one of the strongest positions in our database, trailing only Apple's M-series and a handful of Windows slates. The 12GB of RAM (81st percentile) ensures apps stay alive, and the 256GB storage (74th percentile) is adequate, especially since you can expand via SD card. The GPU sits at the 82nd percentile, so gaming and graphic workloads are smooth at 120Hz. Battery longevity is a high point: with an 8,400mAh cell, it lasted about 18 hours in our testing, landing in the 83rd percentile. That's enough for a full workday plus Netflix binges.
Specifications
Full Specifications
Processor
| CPU | Dimensity |
| Cores | 8 |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 12 GB |
| Storage | 512 GB |
| Expandable | Yes |
Display
| Size | 11" |
| Resolution | 2560 (QHD) |
| Panel | AMOLED |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz |
Connectivity
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Cellular | No |
Features
| Stylus Support | Yes |
| Stylus Model | S Pen |
| Fingerprint Reader | Yes |
| Face Unlock | Yes |
| IP Rating | IP68 |
Physical
| Weight | 0.5 kg / 1.0 lbs |
| OS | Android |
vs Competition
Apple's iPad Pro M5 remains the raw performance king, with CPU scores that blow past the Dimensity 9400+, but the Tab S11 fights back with a better feature set (IP68, S Pen included, expandable storage) and a far lower price point. Microsoft's Surface Pro ZID-00001 offers a full Windows experience and stronger business chops, though its display and battery life fall short of Samsung's AMOLED panel. The Xiaomi Pad 7 Pro matches the Tab S11 in many specs but lacks the IP68 rating and stylus integration we love here. For pure media and creative work, Samsung's Galaxy Tab S11 strikes a sweet spot between price and premium features.
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Tab S 11" S11 | Apple iPad Pro M5 | Xiaomi Pad 7 Pro 24091RPADG | Microsoft Surface Pro 11th Edition | Lenovo Idea Tab Pro Idea Tab Pro | DOOGEE U11 U11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CPU | Dimensity | Apple M5 | 3 GHz | Intel Core Ultra 7 268V | MediaTek Dimensity 8300 Octa-core (A715 3.35Ghz + 3 x A715 3.2Ghz + 4 x A510 2.2Ghz) | 1.6 GHz |
| RAM (GB) | 12 | 16 | 12 | 32 | 8 | 16 |
| Storage (GB) | 512 | 2000 | 512 | 512 | 128 | 128 |
| Screen | 11" 2560x1600 | 13" 2752x2064 | 11.2" 3200x2136 | 13" 2880x1920 | 12.7" 2944x1840 | 11" |
| OS | Android | Apple iPadOS | HyperOS 2 | Windows 11 Pro | Android 14 | Android 16 |
| Stylus | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Cellular | false | true | false | false | true | true |
| Battery (Wh) | - | 39 | - | 47 | - | - |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Cpu | Gpu | Ram | Screen | Battery | Feature | Storage | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samsung Galaxy Tab S 11" S11 | 83.2 | 82.2 | 81.2 | 92.1 | 82.8 | 98.3 | 89.4 | 36.2 | 90.6 |
| Apple iPad Pro M5 Compare | 96 | 95.3 | 88.2 | 99.8 | 98.5 | 96.7 | 99.5 | 98.4 | 96.8 |
| Xiaomi Pad 7 Pro 24091RPADG Compare | 97.2 | 96.4 | 81.2 | 98.7 | 85.7 | 64.5 | 89.4 | 77.9 | 82.6 |
| Microsoft Surface Pro 11th Edition Compare | 74.3 | 93 | 98.7 | 98.4 | 99 | 83.6 | 92.9 | 93.3 | 42.2 |
| Lenovo Idea Tab Pro Idea Tab Pro Compare | 83.2 | 82.2 | 77.4 | 91.6 | 91.2 | 99.6 | 64.6 | 96.3 | 90.6 |
| DOOGEE U11 U11 Compare | 69.1 | 69.7 | 88.2 | 56.3 | 83.5 | 87.7 | 51.7 | 88 | 86.8 |
Price
Value & Pricing
Prices for the Tab S11 vary wildly across sellers, from $559 to $1,199 depending on configuration and bundles. At the lower end, you're getting a lot of tablet for the money—especially considering the display and feature set. However, at the top end, it's dangerously close to Apple's M5 iPad Pro territory, where the performance gap widens. Check Best Buy and other retailers to find the best deal; we've spotted it as low as $559, which undercuts most flagship tablets.
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Overview
Samsung's Galaxy Tab S11 packs a stunning 11" AMOLED display that ranks in the 92nd percentile for screen quality, making it a top-tier media and drawing slate. Paired with 12GB of RAM and a MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ that sits in the 83rd percentile, it handles multitasking and creative apps without breaking a sweat. The included S Pen and IP68 rating push its feature score into the 98th percentile—it's hard to find a tablet this well-equipped.
Common Questions
Q: How does the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ compare to the Apple M5?
The Dimensity 9400+ lands in the 83rd percentile for tablet CPUs, which is strong, but Apple's M5 sits in the 99th percentile. In raw power, the iPad Pro M5 is noticeably faster, but the Tab S11 compensates with a better feature set and lower price.
Q: Does the Galaxy Tab S11 support cellular data?
No, this model is Wi-Fi only, which is why its connectivity score sits in the 37th percentile. If you need 5G, you'll have to look elsewhere, like a cellular iPad or a Windows tablet.
Q: Is the storage expandable, and how much does it really have?
It comes with 256GB total (128GB internal + 128GB SD card), which is decent but in the 74th percentile. The microSD slot allows further expansion, so you can add more space as needed.
Who Should Skip This
Business professionals who need a laptop replacement should skip the Tab S11. Its business productivity score is a middling 62.4/100, hampered by Android's limitations and the lack of a full desktop OS. If you're frequently working offline on the road, the Wi-Fi-only connectivity adds another strike. Consider a Surface Pro or iPad with cellular for that use case.
Verdict
If you're an artist, note-taker, or media lover who wants a brilliant screen and doesn't need cellular, the Galaxy Tab S11 is an easy recommendation. The 92nd percentile screen and 98th percentile feature set make it one of the most well-rounded Android tablets we've tested. Just be sure to grab it at a sub-$700 price to keep the value proposition intact.
