Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 UltraGray
Samsung · Released January 1, 2023

Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra

The 2023 Tab S9 Ultra gives you a 14.6-inch OLED, S Pen and IP68 for far less than a new Ultra if you buy used.

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8.3/10What the pros sayExcellentExpert consensus · Verified Oct 8, 2026See score breakdown ↓
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Buying call

Buy the Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra used if you want a 14.6-inch OLED with an included S Pen and IP68 for drawing or split-screen work at a fraction of the $1,399.99 Samsung lists for the Tab S12 Ultra (Oct 8, 2026). It lasted 9 h 30 min in a full-brightness video test, and Samsung's multitasking tools beat iPadOS. Skip it if you'll hold it often, because it's big and heavy, and Samsung's four-OS-upgrade promise from its 2023 launch is running out. The keyboard cover is flimsy and has no S Pen storage.

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Key specs
Display type
Dynamic AMOLED
Rear camera
13 MP
Highlights

Specs that matter

Display
Size
14.6" (371 mm)
Resolution
1848x2960
Performance
Processor
12/Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
GPU
Adreno 740
Storage
128 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB
OS
Android 13 (Can be upgraded to Android 14)
Battery
Capacity
11200 mAh
Body
Weight
1.61 lb (732 g)
Dimensions
326.4 x 208.6 x 5.5 mm
IP rating
IP68
Colors
Gray, Yellow
At a glance

Product highlights

Verified attributes, grouped for quick scanning.

Display14.6" (371 mm)
Chipset12/Snapdragon 8 Gen 2Adreno 740
Main camera13 MP13 MP · wide
RAM / storage128 GB, 512 GB, 1 TBAndroid 13 (Can be upgraded to Android 14)
Battery11,200 mAh11200
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Available in 128 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB.
Buying decision

Should you buy it?

Buy the Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra used if you want a 14.6-inch OLED with an included S Pen and IP68 for drawing or split-screen work at a fraction of the $1,399.99 Samsung lists for the Tab S12 Ultra (Oct 8, 2026). It lasted 9 h 30 min in a full-brightness video test, and Samsung's multitasking tools beat iPadOS. Skip it if you'll hold it often, because it's big and heavy, and Samsung's four-OS-upgrade promise from its 2023 launch is running out. The keyboard cover is flimsy and has no S Pen storage.

Best for

Android artists who want an Ultra-size OLED and S Pen for much less than a new model.

Not for

Anyone who wants a handheld tablet or the longest update runway.

Main strengthGorgeous 14.6-inch OLED
Main weaknessSize makes it awkward to handle
Reasons to buy
Gorgeous 14.6-inch OLED
Lasted 9 h 30 min in a full-brightness video test
S Pen included and IP68 rating
Samsung's multitasking tools beat iPadOS
Reasons to avoid
Size makes it awkward to handle
Keyboard cover is flimsy, with no S Pen storage
Charging could be faster
Measured view8.3/10What the pros say · verified oct 8, 2026.
ScoreVerified Oct 8, 2026
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PCMag4/5
Article · Full reviewSamsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra ReviewIyaz Akhtar · Sep 2023Read on PCMag ↗
Tom's Guide4/5
Article · Full reviewSamsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra reviewTony Polanco · Aug 2023Read on Tom's Guide ↗
TechRadar4.5/5
Article · Full reviewSamsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra review: it does more than everythingPhilip Berne · Aug 2023Read on TechRadar ↗
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Product data

Full specifications

54 attributes, grouped for quick scanning. Verified Oct 8, 2026. Spot a wrong value? Hit the next to it.

Display

Display type
Dynamic AMOLED
Pixel density
239
Screen-to-body
90.8%
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass 5
Brightness
930
Contrast
∞ Infinity
Color gamut
98.2%

Battery & Charging

Charging
45
Wireless charging
✕
Removable battery
✕
Charging port
USB Type-C

Camera

Rear camera
13 MP
Front camera
12
Video
Features
8K: No · 4K: Up to 30FPS · 1080p: Up to 60FPS

Network

Cellular
Yes
SIM
Nano

Connectivity

Wi‑Fi
Wi-Fi 6E (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax)
Bluetooth
5.3
NFC
✕
Headphone jack
✕
Ports
  • USB Type-C
  • - Charging - USB-Storage mode - OTG

Sensors & Security

Sensors
- Hall-effect sensor - Proximity sensor - Gyroscope - Accelerometer - Ambient light sensor - Compass - Fingerprint
Biometrics
Fingerprint scanner: Yes, in-display
Infrared
✕

Body

Dimensions
326.4 x 208.6 x 5.5 mm
Colors
  • Gray
  • Yellow
Build
Metal
Water resistance
IP68
Speakers
4.0

Software & Launch

Operating system
Android 13 (Can be upgraded to Android 14)
Released
2023

Benchmarks

Geekbench 6 Multi
5667
Geekbench 6 Single
2127
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