Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE+ 13.1" SM-X620NZAAXAC Gray 2026

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE+ gives you a gorgeous 13.1-inch 90Hz display, a responsive S Pen, and rare IP68 water resistance for around $800 open-box. Performance is well above average for media and art, but the Exynos chip isn't built for maxed-out gaming. It's an amazing value if you want a huge screen for streaming and drawing without paying iPad Pro prices. Just don't expect it to replace a laptop for serious work.

The Galaxy Tab S10 FE+ is Samsung's biggest "FE" tablet yet, and it's basically a media and art machine that doesn't try to replace your laptop. We're talking a 13.1-inch 2880x1800 LCD, an S Pen right in the box, and an IP68 rating that means you can doodle by the pool without panicking. The open-box unit we tested from Newegg looks and functions like brand new, complete with full warranty, so the whole package feels less like a refurb and more like a smart discount on a premium slate.

Who's this for? Honestly, anyone who wants a giant screen for streaming, sketching, or reading comics without lugging around a laptop. It's perfect for artists who need a responsive stylus and a bright, color-accurate canvas, and for couch potatoes who'll binge Netflix for hours on that 10,090mAh battery. The Exynos 1580 isn't a speed demon, but for most tablet tasks it's more than enough, and Samsung's software includes handy tricks like Circle to Search that actually make you feel like you're living in the future.

What makes this tablet interesting right now is the value proposition. At $795 to $900 in the open-box market, you're getting a screen that rivals the iPad Pro in size and resolution, a stylus that doesn't cost extra, and dust-and-water resistance that almost no other tablet offers. It's not a spec sheet champion, but it nails the fundamentals and feels built to last, and that's rare in the Android tablet space.

Under the hood, the Exynos 1580 octa-core chip holds its own surprisingly well. In our database, this tablet lands well above average for both CPU and GPU grunt, which means app launches feel snappy and multitasking with two windows open doesn't turn into a stutter-fest. Real-world use, like drawing in Clip Studio Paint or flipping between a dozen Chrome tabs, is smooth. The 8GB of RAM is about average for this price range, so you won't feel starved today, but heavy users might notice some limits a couple of years down the line.

The 90Hz refresh rate on that 2880x1800 display makes scrolling through Twitter or flipping pages in a PDF feel buttery. Gaming is fine for casual titles and even more demanding stuff like Genshin Impact at medium settings runs without major hiccups, but you won't hit max graphics and a locked 60fps like you would on a Snapdragon 8 Gen device. The S Pen latency feels close to instant, and drawing apps respond with basically no lag, which is a big deal if you're serious about digital art. The internal 128GB storage is a bit stingy, but the microSD slot lets you throw in a cheap 512GB card for movies and offline music, so that gripe is easy to work around.

Here's the deal: the open-box price range runs from $795 to $900, with Newegg's offering sitting right at the lower end. For that money, you're getting a massive 13.1-inch 2.8K display, a premium S Pen, and that IP68 rating, which flat-out doesn't exist on the iPad Pro or most Android competitors. Spend $800 on this, and you're getting 90% of the premium tablet experience without the $1,300 sticker shock. Even at the high end of $900, you're still looking at a solid price-to-performance ratio, especially if media consumption and drawing are your main gigs.

Factor in the full warranty and like-new condition, and this open-box unit basically erases the risk we'd normally associate with refurbished gear. Compared to a new iPad Pro 13-inch that starts around $1,300 before you even think about buying an Apple Pencil, the Samsung feels like a bargain. And against something like the Xiaomi Pad 7 Pro, which is cheaper but smaller and lacks water resistance, the Galaxy holds its own as the more polished, feature-packed choice for creators and binge-watchers alike.

Pitted against the Apple iPad Pro M5, the Galaxy Tab S10 FE+ can't touch the raw horsepower, but you'd be paying double the price and still need to buy a Pencil. The iPad's OLED screen is superior for contrast, but its 4:3 aspect ratio isn't as ideal for widescreen movies, and it lacks any official water resistance. If you're deep in the Apple ecosystem, the iPad is the obvious choice, but for everyone else, the Samsung delivers a comparable big-screen experience for far less cash.

On the Android side, the Xiaomi Pad 7 Pro offers a faster Snapdragon chip for less money, but its screen is smaller, there's no IP68, and the software update track record is shorter. Lenovo's Idea Tab Pro often bundles a keyboard and pen for a similar price, yet its display doesn't get as bright and you miss out on Samsung's refined S Pen integration. Microsoft's Surface Pro is a different beast entirely, running full Windows, which is great for business users who need desktop apps, but it's heavier, has worse battery life, and costs more once you add a keyboard. The Galaxy Tab S10 FE+ slots right into the sweet spot: best-in-class for media and art with durability features no one else matches.

Business users who need to run desktop software, manage complex spreadsheets, or use a tablet as a primary work device should look elsewhere. The Galaxy Tab S10 FE+ scored poorly in our business use case tests, and Samsung DeX, while handy, can't replace a Windows or macOS environment for many workflows. If that sounds like you, a Microsoft Surface Pro or a Lenovo Idea Tab Pro with a keyboard bundle and more productivity chops would be a better fit.

Gamers chasing the highest frame rates or those who want a tablet with always-on 5G should also pass. The Exynos chip is fine for casual play but won't keep up with the latest titles on max settings, and the lack of cellular means you're tethered to Wi-Fi. In that case, something like the Xiaomi Pad 7 Pro with a faster processor or an iPad mini with cellular might align more with your needs.

If your tablet life revolves around Netflix, sketching, digital note-taking, or reading graphic novels, grab this open-box Galaxy Tab S10 FE+. The enormous screen, long battery life, and included S Pen make it an effortless daily driver for entertainment and creativity. The IP68 rating is just icing, letting you use it worry-free in more places than any other tablet we've tested. For artists and media junkies, it's one of the best values we've seen this year.

But this isn't the tablet for everyone. If you need a laptop replacement for heavy productivity or coding, the weak business performance and lack of a desktop-class OS will frustrate you. Hardcore gamers should look at a Snapdragon-equipped slate or an iPad with an M-series chip. And if you must have OLED blacks or 5G connectivity, you're better off elsewhere. For those specific use cases, the Microsoft Surface Pro or a higher-end iPad might be worth the extra money.