Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE vs Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra
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 Ultra
14.6" · 2960×1848 · AMOLED
Optimal Viewing Distance 37cm
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Category Ranking
Pixel Density (PPI)10in category
Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE249 PPI #9
Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra239 PPI #10
239 PPI327 PPI
HDR Peak Brightness10in category
Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE800 nits #4
Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra930 nits #3
500 nits1600 nits
DCI-P3 Color Gamut9in category
Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE84% #8
Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra99% #1
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Refresh Rate
Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra120 Hz
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Summary
- Sharpness: identical — Both screens are retina at 40cm. With nearly identical pixel density (249 vs 239 PPI), there is no visible difference in sharpness.
- Brightness: comparable — Both screens offer similar brightness (600 vs 600 nits SDR). Neither has a meaningful advantage for outdoor use.
Key Differences
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE | Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Pixel Density (PPI) | 249 | 239 |
| Optimal Viewing Distance | 35cm | 37cm |
| Year | 2025 | 2024 |
| Screen Size | 10.9" | 14.6" |
| Resolution | 2304×1440 | 2960×1848 |
| Refresh Rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Response Time | 5 ms GTG | 1 ms GTG |
| HDR Peak Brightness | 800 nits | 930 nits |
| Contrast Ratio | 1:1,500 | 1:1,000,000 |
| Color Gamut | sRGB 98% · DCI-P3 84% | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 99% |
All specifications
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE 2025 | Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 10.9" | 14.6" (Better) |
| Resolution | 2304×1440 | 2960×1848 (Better) |
| Pixel Density (PPI) | 249 (Better) | 239 |
| Optimal Viewing Distance | 35cm (Better) | 37cm |
| 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 | 600 nits |
| HDR Peak Brightness | 800 nits | 930 nits (Better) |
| 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 99% (Better) |
| Year | 2025 (Better) | 2024 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has better PPI: Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE or Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE has 249 PPI compared to 239 PPI for the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra.
Which has a closer optimal viewing distance?
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE requires 35cm vs 37cm for the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra 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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