UAE Price
AED 2,899
India Price
₹74,999
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Tablet · Samsung · 2023
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S9+ 256GB is Samsung's 2023 tablet featuring a 12.4 inches, 446.1 cm2 (~84.3% screen-to-body ratio) display, the Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) chipset. It comes with a 10090 mAh battery. At AED 2,899 in the UAE and ₹74,999 in India, it sits firmly in the mid-range tier.
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S9+ 256GB excels with its 12.4-inch 120Hz AMOLED display and Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip, delivering buttery scrolling and flawless multitasking. Paired with S Pen support, it’s a precision tool for note-takers, designers, and annotators who need pixel-perfect input on a large, vibrant canvas. The 10090 mAh battery sustains heavy use but drains faster under sustained 120Hz HDR playback, especially with 5G active. At AED 2899 in UAE, it’s worth it because the screen and performance justify the premium over mid-range tablets, and Android 13 with four OS upgrades ensures longevity. In India at ₹74999, it’s overpriced — competing tablets offer similar screens and stylus support at 30% less, and local service costs for Samsung’s premium lineup add hidden expense. The S Pen is included, but third-party accessories inflate total cost. Choose this only if you demand the best display and processing in a 12.4-inch Android slate.
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| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers (4 speakers) |
| 3.5mm jack | No |
| Type | Li-Po 10090 mAh |
| Charging | 45W wired |
| Battery Capacity | 10090 mAh |
| Dual | 13 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/3.4", 1.0µm, AF 8 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide) |
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps |
| Single | 12 MP, f/2.4, 120˚ (ultrawide) |
| Features | HDR |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 38, 40, 41, 66 |
| 5G bands | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G - cellular model only |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO - cellular model only |
| NFC | No |
| Radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.2, magnetic connector |
| Dimensions | 285.4 x 185.4 x 5.7 mm (11.24 x 7.30 x 0.22 in) |
| Weight | 586 g (581 g Wi-Fi) (1.29 lb) |
| Build | Glass front, aluminum frame, aluminum back |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM (cellular model only) |
| Type | Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+ |
| Size | 12.4 inches, 446.1 cm2 (~84.3% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 1752 x 2800 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~266 ppi density) |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass |
| Card slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Internal | 256 |
| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Colors | Beige, Graphite |
| Models | SM-X810, SM-X816B |
| SAR EU | 1.35 W/kg (body) |
| Price | About 1000 EUR |
| Announced | 2023, July 26 |
| Status | Available. Released 2023, August 11 |
| OS | Android 13, up to 4 major Android upgrades, One UI 6 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.36 GHz Cortex-X3 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A710 & 3x2.0 GHz Cortex-A510) |
| GPU | Adreno 740 |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
Common questions about the Galaxy Tab S9+.
It remains a solid choice in 2026 if you need a premium tablet with strong software support and durable build quality, especially for productivity or media consumption. Its value holds well compared to newer models that offer only incremental upgrades.
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S9+ 256GB is priced at AED 2899 in the UAE. It is widely available through authorized retailers and major electronics stores across the country.
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S9+ 256GB is priced at ₹74999 in India. It can be purchased from official Samsung stores and leading online retailers nationwide.
The camera delivers sharp, well-exposed photos in good lighting with accurate colors and decent detail for a tablet. It handles video calls and casual snapshots reliably but isn't designed for professional photography.
The battery lasts up to 15 hours of mixed usage, including video streaming and web browsing. It supports fast charging to quickly restore power when needed.
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