Galaxy Tab S9 FE Vs. S9: Which One Is the Perfect Fit for You?

There are some jobs a smartphone isn’t cut out for. And some tasks aren’t worth bothering with a bulky laptop. When your digital demands got you feeling a bit like Goldilocks, you can find “just right” with the spacious screen of a slim and simple tablet. In this article, we compare two of the most popular tablets, the budget-friendly Galaxy Tab S9 FE vs S9, the FE’s pricier, yet fully decked-out, sibling.

 

Galaxy Tab S9 FE vs S9 Specs Overview

 

Samsung’s family Tab S9 tablets is large, spanning two FE models (FE and FE Plus) and three S9 models (S9, S9 Plus, S9 Ultra). In this article, we’ll focus on the half-pints of the brood, the smaller Galaxy Tab S9 FE vs S9, with a 10.9” and 11” screen, respectively. This year, both tablets come with an S Pen stylus pen.

As the less expensive model, the Galaxy Tab S9 FE specs lag behind the S9. Yet, the Tab S9 FE offers solid performance for casual productivity tools and entertainment. You’ll find the Galaxy Tab S9 FE a dependable tablet for reading e-books, watching movies, and doing general browsing and admin tasks.

The beefier Galaxy Tab S9 features a sharper display screen with faster refresh rates. Movies will pop a bit more on the Galaxy Tab S9 vs S9 FE. Movies will sound better, too, with a larger quad speaker system. And the Galaxy Tab S9 will provide overall faster performance for switching between apps or using resource-heavy applications. Below, we have a detailed breakdown of the specs for the Galaxy Tab S9 FE vs S9.

 

 

Galaxy Tab S9 FE Vs S9: Which One Should You Buy?

 

As you can see, the price difference of the Galaxy Tab S9 FE vs S9 is $350 (USD). With a price that is nearly double that of the Tab S9 FE, you may be wondering if the Galaxy Tab S9 is worth it. The answer depends, of course, on what you’ll be doing with your tablet.

If you’ll be using your tablet for intense, work-related activities or for graphically rich gaming experiences, you should pony up and buy the Galaxy Tab S9. The Tab S9 FE simply doesn’t have the computing power or the sophisticated display technology of the Galaxy Tab S9. If you’re a casual user who uses your tablet to read e-books, watch an occasional movie, or enjoy a larger calendar screen, then the Tab S9 FE may be right up your alley.

 

Galaxy Tab S9 Vs. S9 FE: Chip and Display

 

The biggest differences between the Galaxy Tab S9 FE vs. S9 are the chip and display technologies. The less expensive Tab S9 FE has Exynos 1380 processor and IPS LCD display, while the Tab S9 has the superior Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 and Dynamic AMOLED display. Is the difference a big deal, you ask?

Simply put, each tablet has vastly different performance capabilities. Nano Review gives the Exynos 1380 a 39% gaming score. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, on the other hand, gets a soaring 100%.

When it comes to displays, the differences are less pronounced. Generally, the AMOLED will have brighter colors and offer a longer battery life. However, the IPS LCD offers better performance in sunlight and more durability. The IPS LCD is no slouch, either. So unless you’re highly particular about your graphics, you probably won’t notice a difference between the two. Keep in mind, though, that fast action videos will look better with AMOLED’s higher refresh rate of 120Hz versus IPS LCD’s 90Hz.

 

Get Your Galaxy Tab S9 FE Case from TVCMALL

 

Weighing the differences between a Galaxy Tab S9 FE vs S9 really comes down to balancing your needs with your budget. If you’re going to be watching your entire collection of Fast and Furious movies — all 11 of them – you’ll be happier with the snappier performance of the Tab S9. On the other hand, if you’re using your tablet to store your beach reads and itinerary for your next vacation, the Tab S9 FE will do well for you.

 

Fortunately, cases and screen protectors are interchangeable for both tablets. No matter which tablet you choose, find your favorite affordable Galaxy Tab S9 FE case at TVCMALL, and don’t forget your Galaxy Tab S9 FE screen protector.