Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE vs Samsung Galaxy Tab S11
Get the Tab S10 FE. Unless you want an AMOLED screen and flagship speed: then the Tab S11, for about twice the price.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE
The best-value Samsung tablet: a smooth 10.9-inch 90Hz screen, the S Pen in the box, long battery life and water resistance.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S11
The best small Android tablet: a bright 120Hz AMOLED screen, S Pen in the box, water resistance and seven years of updates. It costs more than an iPad Air.
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Both come with the S Pen and are IP68 water resistant, and the FE handles everyday apps, notes and streaming well for about half the price. The S11 adds a brighter 120Hz AMOLED screen and a much faster chip.
- —You stream, browse and take notes.
- —You want the best value Galaxy tablet.
- —You watch a lot of films and want deep blacks.
- —You play games or use DeX for work.
What verified owners report
Only reviews from checked buyers count, and every 1–3 star review is read by us. How we do this
Owners love how quick it is, the clear screen and how easy it is to set up. Complaints are rare.
- ✓Fast and responsive
- ✓Clear, bright screen
- ✓Easy to set up and use
None came up often enough to list.
Owners love its speed, its sharp screen and the battery life. Complaints are few: touch glitches, no vibration, few good cases and a reflective screen.
- ✓Fast and smooth
- ✓Sharp, beautiful screen
- ✓Good battery life
None came up often enough to list.
Key differences
Pros and cons
- +S Pen in the box
- +Smooth 90Hz screen
- +Long battery, water resistant
- −The screen could be brighter in sunlight.
- −Demanding games run only adequately.
- −An LCD, not the AMOLED of the Tab S11.
- +Bright 120Hz AMOLED screen
- +S Pen in the box
- +Water resistant, 7 years of updates
- −Expensive at full price; it's often discounted.
- −The glossy screen reflects light.
- −Battery life is only average.
- −Fewer tablet-made apps than on iPad.
- Is the Galaxy Tab S10 FE worth it?
- Is the Galaxy Tab S11 worth it?
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How we reached this verdict
We compared independent expert reviews with the manufacturer's specifications, then checked it's sold at a major retailer where you live. We don't test products ourselves.
Sources: Tom's Guide, TechRadar, manufacturer specifications.
Owner reports for the Galaxy Tab S10 FE: 243 verified buyer ratings at Currys and Best Buy (Canada), read October 2026.
Owner reports for the Galaxy Tab S11: 53 verified buyer ratings at Currys, Otto (Germany) and Best Buy (Canada), read October 2026.