Apple iPad Pro 13" M4 vs Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE
Side-by-side comparison of viewing distance, PPI, and specifications
Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE
10.9" · 2304×1440 · IPS
Optimal Viewing Distance 35cm
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Category Ranking
Pixel Density (PPI)10in category
Apple iPad Pro 13" M4265 PPI #4
Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE249 PPI #9
239 PPI327 PPI
HDR Peak Brightness10in category
Apple iPad Pro 13" M41600 nits #1
Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE800 nits #4
500 nits1600 nits
DCI-P3 Color Gamut9in category
Apple iPad Pro 13" M499% #1
Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE84% #8
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Refresh Rate
Apple iPad Pro 13" M4120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE90 Hz
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Summary
- Sharpness: no visible difference — Both screens exceed the retina threshold at 40cm. The Apple iPad Pro 13" M4 has 6% higher pixel density (265 vs 249 PPI), but this only becomes visible below 33cm.
- Brightness: advantage Apple iPad Pro 13" M4 — The Apple iPad Pro 13" M4 is 67% brighter in SDR (1000 vs 600 nits), a noticeable difference for outdoor readability. HDR peak: 1600 vs 800 nits.
Key Differences
| Specification | Apple iPad Pro 13" M4 | Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 13" | 10.9" |
| Resolution | 2752×2064 | 2304×1440 |
| Pixel Density (PPI) | 265 | 249 |
| Optimal Viewing Distance | 33cm | 35cm |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz |
| Response Time | 1 ms GTG | 5 ms GTG |
| SDR Brightness | 1000 nits | 600 nits |
| HDR Peak Brightness | 1600 nits | 800 nits |
| Contrast Ratio | 1:2,000,000 | 1:1,500 |
| Color Gamut | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 99% | sRGB 98% · DCI-P3 84% |
| Year | 2024 | 2025 |
All specifications
| Specification | Apple iPad Pro 13" M4 2024 | Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 13" (Better) | 10.9" |
| Resolution | 2752×2064 (Better) | 2304×1440 |
| Pixel Density (PPI) | 265 (Better) | 249 |
| Optimal Viewing Distance | 33cm (Better) | 35cm |
| Panel Type | OLED | IPS |
| Viewing Angle | 178° | 178° |
| Aspect Ratio | 4:3 | 16:10 |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz (Better) | 90 Hz |
| Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) | None | None |
| Response Time | 1 ms GTG (Better) | 5 ms GTG |
| HDR Certification | None | None |
| SDR Brightness | 1000 nits (Better) | 600 nits |
| HDR Peak Brightness | 1600 nits (Better) | 800 nits |
| Contrast Ratio | 1:2,000,000 (Better) | 1:1,500 |
| Ports | USB-C | USB-C |
| Color Gamut | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 99% (Better) | sRGB 98% · DCI-P3 84% |
| Year | 2024 | 2025 (Better) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has better PPI: Apple iPad Pro 13" M4 or Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE?
The Apple iPad Pro 13" M4 has 265 PPI compared to 249 PPI for the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE.
Which has a closer optimal viewing distance?
The Apple iPad Pro 13" M4 requires 33cm vs 35cm for the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE to reach retina quality.
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Methodology & Sources
Formula: Retina distance (cm) = 3438 / PPI. Displayed values are rounded for readability.
Sources: Official manufacturer spec sheets and product pages. Specs are normalized before comparisons.
Comparison winners are calculated metric by metric (higher is better for most specs; lower is better for distance/response time).
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