Tab S9 5G 256GB Gray/Beige
Absolute Powerhouse
30/08/2023 16:49
This tablet is truly incredible, a powerhouse of productivity and entertainment.
Even before opening the box, I was struck by how slim and lightweight it felt - upon opening...wow.
The Tab S9 is incredibly slim, looks incredible, and feels great in the hand. The 11" 120Hz Dynamic AMOLED 2X display is beautiful in all conditions, and is great for watching HDR content with deep blacks and incredibly vibrant colours. This is similar on the larger S9+ and S9 Ultra models.
I opted for the 5G model, and was able to scan the eSIM of my provider during setup for easy access to 5G networking, which gets great speeds. As a regular Android user, all of my settings etc were effortlessly transferred during the setup process, and it was easy to get up and running with all the usual apps. One feature I particularly like is linking the phone and messaging apps to my phone, allowing calls and messages to be taken on either device depending on what is to hand.
Multi-tasking is supported natively in OneUI, with picture-in-picture and side-by-side modes available. I've found it really handy to use the S-Pen to annotate and make notes on manuals and documents for work and university. DEX mode is also available, which allows a more desktop-like experience when working with a mouse and keyboard, either on the beautiful AMOLED, an external display, or both.
Performance is phenomenal thanks to the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor and 8GB of RAM. Even when combining demanding gaming with other background tasks, the tablet never shows any signs of slowing. I got 256GB of storage (128GB also available) and there's a microSD slot supporting up to an additional 1TB if required.
With an Armor Aluminium casing, the Tab S9 can stand up to the bumps and scrapes of day-to-day life while still feeling lightweight and great in the hand. The IP68 rating on both tablet and S Pen means they've shrugged off rain and splashes, and should be able to handle a dunk if the worst happens! I chose to supplement this with a rugged case and screen protector, and Samsung offers a selection of accessories to help get the most out of the tablet, including Keyboard cases, privacy screens, and ruggedized outdoor cases.
In summary, I was expecting a lot of this tablet, and have been blown away at every turn. It really is the ideal device for almost every situation, whether its working hard, wiling away a long journey with some Netflix, or just scrolling social media before bed.
Freddie367
Warrington , Spojené království
Age: 32
Gender: Female