Battle of the best tablet deals! iPad vs Samsung Galaxy Tab
Two affordable tablets available for a similar price: one Apple, one Android, but which one is the best tablet deal for you?
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Should you pick this Apple iPad deal or this Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 deal? Both are from a similar generation and are currently available on Amazon reduced for a similar price, but which is the right pick for you?
- Apple iPad (9th Gen) – 10.2″, A13 Bionic chip, 64GB, WiFi, Silver – was
$329now $269.99 - Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 (2022) – 10.5″, ARM, 128GB, Pink Gold – was
$329.99now $261.32
We’ve broke down the specifications and pros and cons of both devices below, but (spoiler) the iPad 9th gen wins out overall. However, the Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 could still be worth your while if you’re looking for an Android tablet specifically, plus this particular deal does come with double the storage of the iPad. If neither of these options tickles your fancy, then consider looking at our various tablet articles, including best Windows tablet, best drawing tablet, and more.
Apple iPad deal (9th Generation, A13 Bionic, 10.2″)
Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 deal (2022, ARM, 10.5″)
How does this iPad deal compare to the Galaxy Tab deal?
As you can see below the pixel density (pixels per inch aka PPI) is greater on the iPad, it also has a higher peak screen brightness (500nits vs the 350nits on the Tab A8), however the Galaxy Tab A8 has an aspect ratio closer to 16:9 so is better for watching TV/films/videos in this respect.
In terms of battery life, you can expect the iPad to edge ahead at around 9 hours compared to the approximate 8 hours on the Galaxy Tab, though this isn’t a massive difference. The Tab A8 has a superior speaker system however – with four speakers supporting Dolby Atmos compared to the two on the iPad (which don’t support Atmos) – again better for watching videos/movies.
The Tab A8 has a similar quality rear camera, but inferior front-facing (towards the user) camera, meaning it is less good than the iPad at video calls. Although greater storage options are available, for the iPad, in this particular deal it’s limited to 64GB compared to the 128GB on the Tab A8. Stylus support on the iPad is however superior (although neither deal includes one) – and it’s a shame that the Galaxy Tab doesn’t support the Samsung S pen.
Apple iPad 9th gen vs Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 specs
| Specification | Apple iPad (9th Gen) | SAMSUNG Galaxy Tab A8 |
|---|---|---|
| Model Number | MK2L3LL/A | SM-X200NIDFXAR |
| Storage | 64GB (in this deal) | 128GB (in this deal) |
| Screen Size | 10.2 Inches | 10.5 inches |
| Display | 2160×1620 (~265 ppi) Retina display | 1920 x 1200 (~216 ppi) TFT LCD |
| Processor | A13 Bionic chip | ARM processor |
| Cameras | 12MP Ultra Wide front facing camera with Center Stage, HDR and 1080p HD video, 8MP Wide rear camera with HDR | 5MP front facing camera, 8MP rear camera |
| Connectivity | WiFi / GPS / Bluetooth 4.2 / Cellular | WiFi / GPS / Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Compatible accessories | 1st gen Apple Pencil, Smart Keyboard | supports some third-party styluses (no S Pen support) |
| Weight | 1.07lbs | 1.12lbs |
| Dimensions | 9.87 x 6.85 x 0.3 inches | 9.72 x 6.37 x 0.27 inches |
| Operating System | iPadOS | Android |
