Samsung Tab S10 Ultra; who is it for?

Are you planning to purchase a Samsung Tab S10 Ultra?

Comprehensive Review of  Samsung Tab S10 Ultra: Reasons to Buy and Reasons to Skip

Samsung Tab S10 Ultra

Name of Device

Device Name	SM-X920(only Wi-Fi), SM-926B(5G+WI-fi)
Released	03 Oct 2024

 

Design and Build Quality

Material used Front	Glass front
Material Used Back	Aluminium Back
Frame Build	Aluminium Frame
Dimensions and Weight	326.4x208.6x5.4mm
Ergonomics and Handling	Mix Reactions(detailed below)
Water and Dust resistance	IP68 (up to 1.5meters for 30 min)
Colour Options and Aesthetic Appeal	Moonstone Gray, Platinum Siver
Weight	718g (Wi-Fi only) and 723 g(5G+Wi-Fi)

Display 

Screen Size	14.6 inches
Type	Dynamic AMOLED 2x, HDR10+
Refresh Rate	120 Hz
Resolution	1848x2960 pixels, 16:10
Pixel Density	`239ppi (pixel per inch)
Brightness	930 nits

Hardware and Performance

RAM	3 variants of 12/12/16
ROM	3 variants of 256GB/512GB/1TB
Chipset	Mediatek Dimensity 9300+  (4mn)
CPU	Octa-core
GPU	Immortalis-G-720 MC12
Benchmark Results	AnTuTU V.10- 2,038,129
Gaming performance	Top-notch
Multitasking Capabilities	Top-notch
Heat Management	Advance Vapour Cooling System

 

Main Cameras

Specifications	Duel Cameras 13 MP, f/2.0 8 MP, f/2.2 (ultrawide)
Photo quality	Good as for Tab's perspective
Video Quality	4K@30fps, 1080@30fps
Features	HDR, Panorama
AI and Editing Capabilities	-

 

Front Camera

Specifications	Duel Cameras 12 MP, f/2.2 12 MP, f/2.4 (ultrawide)
Photo quality	Good
Video Quality	4K@30fps, 1080@30fps
Features	HDR
AI and Editing Capabilities	Yes

 

Software and User Experience

Operating System	Android 14
UI	One UI 6.1 (To know more about one UI here)
Pre-installed app	AR Zone, Tips, Smart Switch, Voice recorder, Gaming Hub, Calendar, Clock, Google pre-installed apps, Some Galaxy Picks(may contain more than 3-4 apps)

 

Features

Sensors	Fingerprint (under display), Accelerometer, Gyro Proximity, Compass, pressure sensor for S pen
Additional UI feature	Wireless Samsung Dex,

 

Battery

Battery Capacity	11200mAh
Real-World usage	for normal uses, more than 9 hrs, & for multitasking gaming or GPU processing works less than 6hrs
Screen-on time	yes
Charging Speed	45W wired
Wireless	No

 

Sound

Loudspeakers

4 stereo speakers Tuned by AKG

 

Network

Tech (Cellular Network)	GSM/HSPA/LTE/5G
WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11, Tri-Band,  Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth	5.3, A2DP, LE
Positioning	GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO-cellular models only
USB	Type-C 3.2 (magnetic connector), Display port  1.2, OTG
3.5 mm Jack	No
Radio	No
SD card slot	Yes (up to 1TB)
NFC	No

S-Pen Included in all models

Yes

Pricing and Value

Variant	Price in INR
12/256GB (Wi-Fi) 12/512GB (Wi-Fi) 12/256GB (Cellular+Wi-Fi) 12/512GB (Cellula+Wi-Fi)	1,21,999/- 1,33,999/-  1,37,999/- 1,49,999/-

 

Pro & Cons

Pros	Cons
Big screen Strong processor Multitasking Dex gives a desktop experience Great for productivity Many professional-level apps are available in app stores Bigger Battery Expandable memory	Heavy One-hand operation is tough Accessories related to the Samsung Tab S10 ultra are expensive
Overall Rating	9/10

 

 

Digital Magic Guru Thoughts

I recommend purchasing the Samsung Tab S10 Ultra if you're focused on productivity and tasks requiring heavy GPU performance.

For gaming and media consumption, I suggest opting for the Samsung Tab S10+. It offers the same configurations as the Ultra but is slightly lighter in weight.

If you have questions about any productivity apps for your Tab S10 or S10 Ultra, feel free to ask in the comments section!