With most of us spending more time at home, the need for tablets and other gadgets has expanded. With so much choice, it can be a struggle to find the best Samsung tablet for you, especially when many have a high price tag.
We've done all the legwork for you and comprised a list of the best Samsung tablets. Whether you're looking for an easy-to-transport tablet, an impressive camera system, or a long battery life, we've got you covered.
And if you're not set on a tablet, why not check out our best portable laptops or our best laptops under £1000 guides? If you're specifically looking for a drawing tablet, make sure you read our best drawing tablets for beginners article, too.
The best Samsung tablets
Best overall
AmazonWithout a doubt, this is our top pick for the best Samsung tablets, although it is slightly pricier than other models - its extensive features more than makeup for that. With a powerful battery of 10,090 mAh, fast performance, a sleek design and a crisp and sharp AMOLED display, this tablet easily competes with the iPad Pro.
Pros
- Fast charging 45W
- Great quality camera system
- Impressive resolution
Cons
- Limited app choice
| Camera: | Rear camera 13MP + 5MP, front camera 8MP |
| Battery: | 10,090mAh and 45W Fast Charging |
| Screen: | 12.4 inches |
| Resolution: | 1752 x 2800 pixels |
| Storage: | 128GB/256GB |
Editor's pick
Coming in at a close second is the Samsung Galaxy Tab Lite S6. For half the price of the newer models, this tablet gives you a great camera, a remarkable display with vibrant colours and a fast-charging battery. Another reason we recommend this device as one of the best Samsung tablets is due to it being feature-packed. Aside from including the S Pen - which saves you a hefty amount of money, it also has a 3.5mm headphone jack and a decent operating system.
Pros
- S Pen included
- Ideal for watching films or TV series
Cons
- Performance can be quite slow at times
| Camera: | Rear camera 8MP, front camera 5MP |
| Battery: | 7,040mAh and 15W Fast Charging |
| Screen: | 10.4 inches |
| Resolution: | 2000 by 1200 pixels |
| Storage: | 64GB/128GB |
Coming in at just under £600 is the Samsung Galaxy Tab S6. It's easy to see why it's our third choice for the best Samsung tablet, boasting a high resolution, a long battery life and a great camera system. Similarly to the Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite, the S Pen is also included in the price.
Pros
- Great camera system
- Impressive AMOLED display
Cons
- No headphone jack
| Camera: | Rear camera 13MP + 5MP, front camera 8MP |
| Battery: | 7040 mAh |
| Screen: | 10.5 inches |
| Resolution: | 1600 x 2560 pixels |
| Storage: | 128GB/256GB |
If you're looking for comfort and ease then this lightweight and easy-to-transport tablet is ideal for you. The S5e boasts an incredible display, long-lasting battery life and impressive audio quality. The AMOLED display provides vibrant colours and its four stereo speakers creates powerful audio.
Pros
- Lightweight sleek design
- Great audio and display
Cons
- No S Pen or headphone jack
| Camera: | Rear 13MP, front 8MP |
| Battery: | 7,040mAh and 18W Fast Charging |
| Screen: | 10.4 inch |
| Resolution: | 1600 by 2560 pixels |
| Storage: | 64GB/128GB |
AmazonAlthough it has now been replaced by the S4, what we love about this tablet is the value for money that you're getting. Coming in at around £300, this Samsung tablet features four speakers, a sleek design and it comes with an S Pen. The audio and screen quality are decent and it takes good pictures, too, however, it's important to note that it only has 32GB of storage and it doesn't come with the keyboard which is an added expense.
Pros
- Good audio
- Comes with the S Pen and a headphone jack
Cons
- No keyboard
| Camera: | Rear 13MP, front 5MP |
| Battery: | 6,000mAh and 18W Fast charging |
| Screen: | 9.7 inch |
| Resolution: | 1536 by 2048 pixels |
| Storage: | 32GB |
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FAQs:
What is an AMOLED display?
AMOLED is a type of OLED display technology and stands for Active Matrix Organic Light-Emitting Diodes. It has been noted that the AMOLED display is better than an OLED display, as it is more flexible. Devices that have AMOLED displays are usually more costly than devices that don't.
What is the best screen resolution?
The screen resolution shows how many pixels are on the screen. The higher the number of pixels, the clearer, sharper and better the images are on the device. If your tablet will be used mostly to watch TV shows or videos, you'll need a higher screen resolution - the Samsung Galaxy tablet S7+ would be ideal.
What features should I look for?
This really depends on what you will be using your tablet for, but a few uniform features to look out for is the size of the battery amp, how many apps it comes with and the camera quality.
The larger the battery amp, the longer the battery lasts and the faster it charges. For instance, a 10,090mAh battery will have a longer life than a battery with a 7,000mAh.
The camera quality will depend on how many megapixels or MP the device has. The larger the megapixel count, the sharper and clearer the images will be, so if the camera quality is important to you, make sure you choose a tablet with a larger megapixel count.
Isabel Martins is a Commercial Content Writer for What's The Best, specialising in technology.
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