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Samsung Galaxy Tab S9
SM-X710 / SM-X716B
11.0-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy
IP68 Water/Dust Resistance
S Pen (BLE) Included
Wi-Fi 6E + Bluetooth 5.3
8400mAh Battery
Up to 256GB + microSD
13MP Rear / 12MP Front
Quad AKG Speakers
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9
Display System
11.0-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X
2560 x 1600 (WQXGA) resolution with 60-120Hz adaptive refresh
Performance
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy
Octa-core processor with 3.36GHz peak speed
Camera System
13MP Auto Focus rear camera
12MP Ultra-Wide front camera
Battery
8400mAh typical capacity
Non-removable lithium-ion battery
Connectivity
Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) and Bluetooth v5.3
5G/LTE support on SM-X716B variants
Memory & Storage
8GB or 12GB RAM configurations
128GB or 256GB internal storage with microSD support up to 1TB
Canonical Model Family
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 is available in two primary hardware configurations based on connectivity. The SM-X710 serves as the Wi-Fi-only model, while the SM-X716B provides cellular 5G and LTE connectivity. Regional variants and SKU codes are mapped to these two canonical families.
- Canonical model family: SM-X710 (Wi-Fi) / SM-X716B (5G)
- Regional variants / SKU codes listed in source: SM-X710NZAAXAC, SM-X710NZAEXAC, SM-X716BZAATGY, SM-X716BZAAEUB.
Technical Specifications
The Galaxy Tab S9 series utilises the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy chipset, paired with either 8GB or 12GB of RAM. The display technology is consistent across the series, featuring a Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel with HDR10+ and Vision Booster.
- Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy (Octa-Core).
- Display: 11.0-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 2560 x 1600 resolution, 60-120Hz refresh rate.
- Memory: 8GB or 12GB RAM depending on storage configuration.
- Storage: 128GB or 256GB internal, expandable via microSD up to 1TB.
- Sensors: Accelerometer, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Hall Sensor, RGB Light Sensor.
Connectivity and Requirements
Connectivity options include high-speed Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3. The SM-X716B model adds support for a wide range of 5G and LTE bands. NFC is not supported on these models.
- Wi-Fi: 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax (2.4GHz, 5GHz, 6GHz), HE160, MIMO, 1024-QAM.
- Bluetooth: v5.3 with profiles including A2DP, AVRCP, DI, HID, HOGP, OPP, PAN, PBP, and TMAP.
- Location: GPS, Glonass, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS.
- USB: USB 3.2 Gen 1.
- Cellular (SM-X716B): Supports 5G FDD/TDD Sub6 and various 4G LTE bands.
Platform & Software
The tablet launched with Android 13.0. Samsung provides a commitment to software longevity, including four generations of One UI and Android OS upgrades, alongside five years of security updates.
- Operating System: Android 13.0.
- Security: Samsung Knox platform for hardware-backed security and on-screen fingerprint authentication.
- Software Support: Four generations of OS upgrades and five years of security updates.
Design and Dimensions
The device features an Armor Aluminum frame and rear casing. The design is rated IP68 for water and dust resistance, a first for the Galaxy Tab S series.
- Dimensions: 165.8 x 254.3 x 5.9 mm.
- Weight: 498g (Wi-Fi model) / 500g (5G model).
- Durability: IP68 rating (submersion in up to 1.5 metres of fresh water for up to 30 minutes).
- Materials: Armor Aluminum frame and rear (excluding Cam Deco, Pen Deco, side keys, and SIM tray).
In the Box
Samsung's source material lists the tablet package with the included S Pen and USB Type-C cable.
- Samsung Galaxy Tab S9
- S Pen (BLE, IP68 rated)
- USB Type-C cable
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 - Summary
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 is an 11-inch tablet featuring a Dynamic AMOLED 2X display, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy processor, and an IP68-rated design. It supports expandable storage via microSD and includes an S Pen in the box. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 6E and optional 5G, with long-term software support listed by Samsung.
| Launch Price (MSRP): | Current Market Price: |
|---|---|
| US$799.99 |