The Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 and A9+ tablets, which were quietly introduced two weeks ago, are now available for purchase. Although Samsung mentioned a global release, these tablets are currently only available in select markets. The Galaxy Tab A9 and A9+ come in three colors: Graphite, Silver, and Navy, with prices starting at approximately $155.
Both tablets offer the largest screens of any Galaxy A series tablet yet. The Galaxy Tab A9 features an 8.7-inch display, while the Galaxy Tab A9+ boasts an 11-inch display. However, only the Galaxy Tab A9+ supports 5G connectivity.
Additional accessories are available for purchase separately, including power adapters, cases, and a book cover keyboard slim, exclusively compatible with the Tab A9+.
Under the hood, the Galaxy Tab A9 is equipped with a MediaTek Helio G99 processor, while the Galaxy Tab A9+ features a more powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G processor. Both tablets come with options of 4/64GB or 8/128GB RAM, and feature a microSD card slot that supports up to 1TB of additional storage.
In terms of camera capabilities, both tablets boast an 8-megapixel main sensor, but the Galaxy Tab A9+ surpasses the A9 with a 5-megapixel selfie snapper, while the A9 has a 2-megapixel front-facing camera.
Another notable distinction between the tablets is the battery capacity. The Galaxy Tab A9 is powered by a 5,100 mAh battery, while the Galaxy Tab A9+ features a larger 7,040 mAh battery.
On the software side, the new Galaxy Tab A tablets come with Dolby Atmos and Samsung Knox and are pre-installed with Android 13 operating system.
With their affordable price range and impressive specifications, the Galaxy Tab A9 and A9+ tablets offer a compelling option for consumers seeking larger screens and reliable performance.