Samsung has launched two new tablets in India, the Galaxy Tab A9 and Tab A9+. These tablets are budget-friendly options with large displays and decent specifications.
Design and Display
The Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 and Tab A9+ have similar designs, with metal frames and plastic backs. The Tab A9 has an 8.7-inch LCD display with a 60Hz refresh rate, while the Tab A9+ has an 11-inch LCD display with a 90Hz refresh rate. Both displays have a resolution of 1920 x 1200 pixels.
Performance and Hardware
The Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 is powered by the MediaTek Helio G99 processor, while the Tab A9+ is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 processor. Both tablets come with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage, but the Tab A9+ also has an option for 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage.
Cameras and Battery
The Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 and Tab A9+ both have a single 8MP rear camera and a single 2MP front-facing camera. The Tab A9 also has a 5MP front-facing camera.
The Tab A9 has a 5,100mAh battery, while the Tab A9+ has a 7,040mAh battery. Both tablets support 15W fast charging.
Features
The Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 and Tab A9+ both run Android 13 with OneUI 5.1.1. They also come with a number of features, including:
- Dolby Atmos support
- AKG-tuned speakers
- Dual SIM support (nano + eSIM)
- expandable memory with microSD
- Wi-Fi 802.11 ac (2.4GHz/5GHz)
- Bluetooth 5.3 LE
- GPS
- USB Type-C
Pricing and Availability
The Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 and Tab A9+ are available for pre-order on Amazon India, and will ship starting this week. The prices are as follows:
Samsung Galaxy Tab A9
- 4GB+64GB Wi-Fi: Rs. 12,999
- 4GB+64GB 4G: Rs. 13,999
Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+
- 8GB+128GB Wi-Fi: Rs. 20,999
- 4GB+64GB 5G: Rs. 22,999
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 and Tab A9+ are good options for budget-minded consumers who are looking for tablets with large displays and decent specifications. The Tab A9+ is the better option if you want a tablet with a higher refresh rate display, more RAM, and a larger battery.
Comparison of the two tablets:
Feature | Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 | Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ |
---|---|---|
Display | 8.7-inch LCD, 60Hz | 11-inch LCD, 90Hz |
Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 |
RAM | 4GB | 4GB / 8GB |
Storage | 64GB | 64GB / 128GB |
Expandable memory | Yes, microSD | Yes, microSD |
Rear camera | 8MP | 8MP |
Front-facing camera | 2MP / 5MP | 2MP |
Battery | 5,100mAh | 7,040mAh |
Operating system | Android 13 with OneUI 5.1.1 | Android 13 with OneUI 5.1.1 |
Price | Starting at Rs. 12,999 | Starting at Rs. 20,999 |
Which tablet is right for you depends on your needs and budget. If you are looking for a basic tablet with a large display, the Tab A9 is a good option. If you want a tablet with a higher refresh rate display, more RAM, and a larger battery, the Tab A9+ is the better choice.