Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE vs Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+
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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Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+
12.4" · 2800×1752 · AMOLED
Optimal Viewing Distance 33cm
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Category Ranking
Pixel Density (PPI)10in category
Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE249 PPI #9
Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+266 PPI #3
239 PPI327 PPI
HDR Peak Brightness10in category
Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE800 nits #4
Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+650 nits #6
500 nits1600 nits
DCI-P3 Color Gamut9in category
Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE84% #8
Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+93% #7
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Refresh Rate
Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+120 Hz
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Summary
- Sharpness: no visible difference — Both screens exceed the retina threshold at 40cm. The Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+ has 6% higher pixel density (266 vs 249 PPI), but this only becomes visible below 33cm.
- Brightness: advantage Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE — The Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE is 20% brighter in SDR (600 vs 500 nits), a noticeable difference for outdoor readability. HDR peak: 800 vs 650 nits.
Key Differences
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE | Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+ |
|---|---|---|
| SDR Brightness | 600 nits | 500 nits |
| HDR Peak Brightness | 800 nits | 650 nits |
| Year | 2025 | 2024 |
| Screen Size | 10.9" | 12.4" |
| Resolution | 2304×1440 | 2800×1752 |
| Pixel Density (PPI) | 249 | 266 |
| Optimal Viewing Distance | 35cm | 33cm |
| Refresh Rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Response Time | 5 ms GTG | 1 ms GTG |
| Contrast Ratio | 1:1,500 | 1:1,000,000 |
| Color Gamut | sRGB 98% · DCI-P3 84% | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 93% |
All specifications
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE 2025 | Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+ 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 10.9" | 12.4" (Better) |
| Resolution | 2304×1440 | 2800×1752 (Better) |
| Pixel Density (PPI) | 249 | 266 (Better) |
| Optimal Viewing Distance | 35cm | 33cm (Better) |
| Panel Type | IPS | AMOLED |
| Viewing Angle | 178° | 178° |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:10 | 16:10 |
| Refresh Rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz (Better) |
| Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) | None | None |
| Response Time | 5 ms GTG | 1 ms GTG (Better) |
| HDR Certification | None | None |
| SDR Brightness | 600 nits (Better) | 500 nits |
| HDR Peak Brightness | 800 nits (Better) | 650 nits |
| Contrast Ratio | 1:1,500 | 1:1,000,000 (Better) |
| Ports | USB-C | USB-C |
| Color Gamut | sRGB 98% · DCI-P3 84% | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 93% (Better) |
| Year | 2025 (Better) | 2024 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has better PPI: Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE or Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+?
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+ has 266 PPI compared to 249 PPI for the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE.
Which has a closer optimal viewing distance?
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+ 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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