Samsung Surpassed Apple iPad Pro with the Tab S11 Ultra

For years, the iPad Pro has been the king of premium tablets because of its performance and OS. But with the new Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra, Samsung taking over that throne with the new Samsung Tab S11 Ultra. It is Slimmer, smarter, and packed with AI-first features. This might just be the first time an Android tablet truly surpasses the iPad Pro.

This is Samsung’s boldest push yet to redefine what a flagship tablet can do. And this time, it might just have what it takes to finally outshine Apple’s top-end iPad Pro. Here’s why the Samsung S11 Ultra is better than the Apple iPad Pro.

Galaxy AI + One UI 8: The Real Game Changer

The biggest reason Samsung’s Tab S11 Ultra feels a step ahead of the iPad Pro is its deep integration of Galaxy AI with One UI 8. Instead of just being a faster tablet, it’s a smarter one. It packs features like real-time translation, instant article summaries, and even sketch-to-visual tools.

Samsung is building intelligence directly into the tablet experience while Apple’s iPadOS still leans heavily on apps for most of these functions. Even with the Apple Intelligence, the iPad still struggles as Apple is still stuck in developing the features to work properly.

Smarter Multitasking with Samsung DeX

Another area where the Tab S11 Ultra has an upper hand is multitasking. With the upgraded Samsung DeX Extended Mode, the tablet and an external monitor can now act as a true dual-screen setup. You can drag and drop apps across displays, keep a document open on one screen while presenting on the other, or even create up to four customized workspaces for different needs.

For professionals, this means a laptop-like workflow without carrying a laptop. Students can keep lecture notes, research material, and messaging apps open side-by-side. Creators can sketch on the Tab while previewing their designs on a larger monitor. Apple’s Stage Manager is useful, but Samsung DeX now feels more complete and versatile.

Just like Apple’s Sidecar feature, you can use Samsung’s Dex to do the same thing. Apple’s Sidecar feature allows you to use a compatible iPad as a second, wireless, or wired display for your Mac, extending or mirroring the Mac’s desktop.

Most Powerful Tablet

At its core, the Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra is built to handle heavy workloads with ease. The tab is Powered by MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, with LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 4.0 storage. These specs combined provides smooth gaming, seamless video editing and fast 3D rendering.

Samsung has also slimmed down the chassis while packing in a larger vapor chamber for better cooling, meaning you get sustained performance without thermal throttling. The Tab S11 Ultra retains its ultra-slim aluminum frame and massive 14.6-inch AMOLED display. This makes it one of the sleekest yet most powerful Android tablets available.

Samsung’s approach focuses less on raw benchmarks and more on balancing performance, thermal management, and long-term efficiency as compared to the iPad Pro, which relies on Apple’s M4 chip.

One more thing worth noting is that the bezels on the S11 ultra are comparatively thinner than the iPad Pro.

S Pen and Creativity Tools

No Samsung Ultra tablet is complete without the S Pen, and the Tab S11 Ultra takes it up a notch. Here’s what the new redesigned S Pen has brought to the table:

• Hexagonal shape: The new design is hexagonal rather than rounded, offering a more comfortable, pencil-like grip for extended drawing or writing sessions.
• Cone-shaped tip: The refined tip allows for increased tilt angles, providing better control and precision for artists.

Samsung has also fine-tuned its creative suite. Clip Studio Paint, LumaFusion, and Samsung Notes now integrate more seamlessly with the stylus, offering features like AI-assisted sketching and advanced handwriting recognition.

For digital artists and note-takers, these tools provide a serious edge over the iPad Pro, where the Apple Pencil still lacks some of the AI-powered assistive features Samsung is pushing.

Cameras and AI Features

Samsung isn’t just focusing on raw specs, but also about how AI makes them more useful. The tablet comes with a 12 MP Ultra Wide front and 13 MP + 8 MP Ultra Wide rear camera setup. It is perfect for video calls and online meetings.

AI automatically adjusts lighting, background blur, and framing, so you always look clear and professional without fiddling with settings. Compared to the iPad Pro, where camera features are more static, Samsung is leaning heavily on AI to give the Tab S11 Ultra practical day-to-day advantages.

Battery and Charging

The Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra packs a massive 11,600 mAh battery. This is where Samsung takes the strong upperhand by providing longer work sessions, binge-watching, and even gaming without constantly worrying about the charger.

45W Fast charging support makes sure that even if you do run low, you won’t be stuck waiting around for hours. In comparison, the iPad Pro offers solid endurance but still charges a bit slower, giving Samsung the edge in efficiency and convenience.

Price and Availability

Samsung has officially launched the Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra, but is still keeping its pricing under wraps. While leaks suggest it could be positioned in the same premium bracket as the iPad Pro, the exact numbers aren’t confirmed yet.

For now, you can pre-reserve the Tab S11 Ultra for just ₹1,000 (fully refundable), ensuring you’re among the first to get it once sales begin. The tablet will be available starting today in Gray and Silver finishes.

Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra vs iPad Pro (13-inch, M4) — Specs Comparison