Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE (10.9-inch, 2023)

Good-looking design ; Includes a great S-Pen stylus ; Borderline overkill water resistance

Relatively weak processor ; The non-FE tablets have deeper blacks ; No headphone socket

Don’t buy the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE if you want the most power you can get for your money. However, it’s ideal for time-wasting, video streaming and dabbling in digital artwork as it includes a good S-Pen stylus.

If you're considering picking up the Tab S9 FE+ , I recommend considering exactly what you need from your next tablet. This is the one for you if you're after a big screen and long battery life.

Premium design ; IP68 rating ; S-Pen included

Underwhelming processor ; No headphone jack ; This LCD display is a big step down from Samsung's OLED panels

For the money, the Galaxy Tab S9 FE is a solid alternative to Samsung's more expensive flagship tablets. It combines the best parts of those slates and cuts the price nearly in half. As long as you can accept a handful of drawbacks, it's a great...

Excellent build quality with IP68 rating ; Generous software support policy ; Loud, clear speakers ; Included S Pen

Processor slightly underpowered ; Light on RAM ; Expensive accessories

For starters, the $450 starting cost is aggressive — giving it the fair amount of separation between the Galaxy Tab A-series and Galaxy Tab S9 series. The Tab S9 FE is positioned right in the middle, but it undeniably packs a lot of value because of...