Samsung Galaxy Tab S9+ 12.4-inch Review (2026): 9.1/10

Name: Samsung Galaxy Tab S9+ 12.4-inch
Brand: Samsung
Rating: 4.6 (6800 reviews)

Pros & Cons

✓ Pros

Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with 120Hz — the best Android tablet display available, comparable to iPad Pro OLED
S Pen included in the box — no additional stylus purchase needed
IP68 water resistance — the only premium tablet IP-rated for submersion
Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 delivers flagship performance across all Android apps
DeX mode creates a desktop-like interface for productivity use on a monitor

✗ Cons

Android tablet app ecosystem significantly smaller than iPadOS
Heavy at 581g — noticeable for extended one-handed reading
Price matches iPad Air M2 despite Android app limitations

Key Specifications

Display	12.4-inch AMOLED 120Hz
Chip	Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
Stylus	S Pen (included)
Water	IP68
DeX	Desktop mode
Storage	256GB-512GB

Performance

Galaxy Tab S9+ is the best Android tablet — and it's genuinely excellent. Dynamic AMOLED 120Hz, S Pen included and IP68 differentiate it clearly from iPad Air. The Android tablet app gap is real — iPadOS has more optimised apps for tablet use. For Android users unwilling to switch ecosystems, Tab S9+ is the clear choice. On paper the headline numbers are display of 12.4-inch AMOLED 120Hz, chip of Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, stylus of S Pen (included), water of IP68, dex of Desktop mode, storage of 256GB-512GB. Its standout is that dynamic amoled 2x display with 120hz — the best android tablet display available, comparable to ipad pro oled

Build Quality & Design

Beyond that, owners and the spec sheet point to a few more genuine strengths. S Pen included in the box — no additional stylus purchase needed. IP68 water resistance — the only premium tablet IP-rated for submersion. We can't bench-test durability, but the depth of positive long-term owner feedback is the best available proxy for how it holds up.

Value for Money

It isn't flawless. Android tablet app ecosystem significantly smaller than iPadOS. Heavy at 581g — noticeable for extended one-handed reading. Price matches iPad Air M2 despite Android app limitations. Whether those matter depends entirely on how you'll use it. At the premium price point, the trade-offs are easy to live with for the right buyer. It's the right call for Galaxy Tab S9+ is the best Android tablet — and it's genuinely excellent. Dynamic AMOLED 120Hz, S Pen included and IP68 differentiate it clearly from iPad Air. The Android tablet app gap is... Look elsewhere if you're among Those wanting the deepest tablet app ecosystem — iPadOS has significantly more optimised tablet apps than Android.

Final Verdict

9.1/10 Excellent

★★★★★ 4.6★ (6,800 Amazon reviews)

Galaxy Tab S9+ is the best Android tablet — and it's genuinely excellent. Dynamic AMOLED 120Hz, S Pen included and IP68 differentiate it clearly from iPad Air. The Android tablet app gap is real — iPadOS has more optimised apps for tablet use. For Android users unwilling to switch ecosystems, Tab S9+ is the clear choice.

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FAQ

Is the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9+ 12.4-inch worth the money?

Galaxy Tab S9+ is the best Android tablet — and it's genuinely excellent. Dynamic AMOLED 120Hz, S Pen included and IP68 differentiate it clearly from iPad Air. The Android tablet app gap is real — iPadOS has more optimised apps for tablet use. For Android users unwilling to switch ecosystems, Tab S9+ is the clear choice. Galaxy Tab S9+ is the best Android tablet — and it's genuinely excellent. Dynamic AMOLED 120Hz, S Pen included and IP68 differentiate it clearly from iPad Air. The Andro

Who should NOT buy the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9+ 12.4-inch?

Those wanting the deepest tablet app ecosystem — iPadOS has significantly more optimised tablet apps than Android.

Is the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9+ 12.4-inch available in the UK and US?

Yes — we list both Amazon UK and US links. Always verify voltage compatibility (UK 230V, US 120V).