FE, or Fan Edition, is Samsung’s budget-friendly version of its high-end products.
For the Tab S9 tablet range, it has introduced two FE models, the 10.9in Tab S9 FE and the 12.4in Tab S9 FE+, which this review will focus on.
The standout features of the Galaxy Tab S9 FE+ are its spacious screen and robust battery, all at an affordable price.
The 12.4in screen is great for note-taking, movie-watching, reading comics, and work, and is also suitable for DeX, which allows for better multitasking and productivity.
DeX works best with a wireless keyboard and mouse, but you can’t connect the tablet to an external monitor for a larger view like the Tab S9.
Compromises were made to keep the price low, such as using an LCD screen instead of Samsung’s Amoled, resulting in lower contrast and refresh rate, but still sharp display with vibrant colors.
The tablet comes with an S Pen for writing and drawing, which doesn’t require charging, but doesn’t support Air Actions like the Tab S9.
The fingerprint sensor is on the power button, and the tablet seamlessly pairs with other Samsung devices and features loud speakers.
The Tab S9 FE+ runs on Samsung’s Exynos 1380 octa-core processor, which provides smooth performance and supports WiFi 6 for fast downloads.
If the storage is too small, the tablet supports microSD cards up to 1TB, and the large battery offers long battery life, but requires a 45-watt charger for faster charging.
The tablet’s camera includes a 12-megapixel front camera and two 8-megapixel back cameras while being slim and lightweight with IP68 water and dust resistance.
Available in multiple colors, the Tab S9 FE+ is a great choice for those seeking a large tablet without breaking the bank.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE+ 256GB
PROCESSOR: Exynos 1380 octa-core chip
MEMORY: 12GB RAM
CAMERAS: Back – 8-megapixel wide camera; 8-megapixel ultrawide camera; front – 12-megapixel ultrawide camera
DISPLAY: 12.4in QHD+ (1,600 x 2,560 pixels) at 90Hz
DIMENSIONS: 285.4 x 185.4 x 6.5mm
WEIGHT: 627g
BATTERY: 10,090mAh
RATING: ★★★★✰
PRICE: RM3,099 (WiFi); RM3,699 (WiFi + 5G)
PROS: Slim and well-designed with IP68 rating for water and dust resistance; big screen is a joy to use for most tasks; stylus included; long battery life; affordable.
CONS: Screen is not Amoled; mid-range processor.
