Buzz
Before delving into considerations to make a decision to choose a suitable tablet product, you may note some information below:
1. Six criteria to consider before buying a tablet
1.1 Price Consideration
This is undoubtedly the top factor most people choose when deciding to purchase genuine quality electronic products. Market enterprises also lead the trend and often pursue competitive pricing policies.
Consumers always desire a quality product at the most affordable price. A low price doesn't necessarily mean low quality, as manufacturers may employ new technologies, save on materials, labor... or even accept losses to gain market share. Continuing the discourse on the prices of tablet products, there are three segments observable: budget-friendly, mid-range, and high-end.
Affordability isn't always the optimal choice but isn't bad either if used for simple purposes like reading, web browsing, social media... Additionally, many products from industry giants: Huawei's flagship tablet line, Lenovo tablets, Acer... offer numerous features, appealing designs, and decent durability. The amount you'd need to spend on these products ranges from 3 to 5 million.
The debate over whether to buy a Samsung tablet or an iPad arises in both the mid-range and high-end segments. Notably, the diverse new features in mid-range models come with price tags ranging from 5 to 10 million dong. For Samsung, you can choose from tablet series like Samsung Galaxy Tab A, Galaxy Tab E... at various price points and the latest designs up to 2018. Additionally, you can explore other products from Dell, Sony, or Asus Transformer Book tablets.
In the high-end segment, prices start from 10 million dong upwards. Aside from popular products like the iPad Mini (mid-range), Apple largely dominates the high-end market with many opting for the iPad Pro known for its long-lasting battery and swift processing, alongside Microsoft's Surface lineup.
1.2 Reputable Brands
The above content reflects nearly all renowned tablet manufacturers in the market. Each brand tells its own story through its product lines: technology giants like Huawei, Asus, Xiaomi, Dell... are also highly favored. However, the most deliberation lies between Samsung and Apple, and the market share of these two giants continues to fluctuate over the years.
1.3 Product Dimensions
It can be said that the exterior of a tablet is not much different from a smartphone if we exclude size. People favor this device not only because it's easier to carry and operate than a computer or laptop but also because, compared to smartphones, their larger size is more convenient for reading, document editing, or entertainment. Therefore, when choosing between an iPad or Samsung Galaxy Tab, you need to pay attention to the size characteristics. There are various screen size options you can consider:
Screen sizes from 7 to 7.7 inches: In reality, they look slightly larger than current smartphones like the Galaxy Note 8, iPhone X, iPhone XS Max... Currently, there aren't many mini tablet products on the market, and their prices are also more modest compared to other models.
Screen sizes from 7.9 to 9 inches: This type seems more visually appealing, and market prices are more diverse. It's considered the perfect screen ratio, suitable if you have small children or want to buy it for elderly users. I'd recommend owning an iPad Mini, small, compact, and lightweight, making it easy to hold or operate.
The last two sizes are 9.7 to 10.1 inches and 11 to 13 inches. Compared to mini tablets, these products are much larger. They are suitable for work purposes, can be connected to a dedicated keyboard, and function like a laptop. This is also a great suggestion for those who want to experience immersive entertainment on the latest gaming applications. Both Samsung and Apple provide users with products of such large sizes.
1.4 Which Generation?
It's advisable to purchase products manufactured recently to ensure they are fully updated with new features and won't encounter difficulties in terms of maintenance or repair. Tablets produced within a year of each other usually don't differ much in terms of improvements, yet there's a significant drop in price. Take for instance the iPad Mini 2017 and iPad Mini 2018, their exteriors and designs are similar. However, the A10 Fusion chip was upgraded in the 2018 version, with support for the versatile Apple Pencil, priced at $329 upon its release in early March. A notable price difference.
1.5. Speed
Lagging and freezing are perennial issues with tablets. After prolonged usage with numerous downloaded apps, this issue immediately arises. It occurs even with devices initially having good data processing speeds. Nonetheless, it's still preferable to choose products equipped with a minimum Qualcomm Snapdragon chip and at least 2GB of RAM.
1.6. Battery Life
Due to habits like using the device while charging or continuous charging, battery life often falls short of expectations. Tablet battery capacity can last from 2 to 4 hours when fully charged. However, similar to phones, if you've purchased and experienced the genuine Samsung power bank and charger, the noticeable difference is that the battery tends to last longer compared to Apple. Nevertheless, you should still apply some small tricks to extend their lifespan.
2. Samsung Tablet or iPad: Which to Buy?
Surely, through the 6 characteristics we've just analyzed, you've noted down the important aspects to consider in the tablet you want to choose. Instead of continuing to ponder, we'll introduce you to the latest flagship offerings from Samsung and Apple.
2.1 Six Reasons to Buy Galaxy S4
The Galaxy Tab S4 is considered one of the best Android tablets currently available on the market. With this product, you'll receive the best software support, multitasking experience, and the ability to use multiple functions simultaneously.
The hardware also sees significant improvements, such as a dedicated card slot, a 13MP rear camera, and an 8MP front camera. The speakers are tuned by AKG/HARMAN, providing vibrant sound.
The Galaxy Tab S4's stylus (S Pen) boasts many outstanding features like Screen-Off Memo and controlling various objects through movement.
The resolution of this product is also high compared to typical tablet models, specifically 1600 x 2560 pixels, in a 16:10 ratio (equivalent to an average density of 287 ppi).
This is also the first time Samsung Dex has been brought into testing. With this feature, you can open multiple tabs at once like a laptop or PC.
Finally, if you already have the flagship Galaxy Tab S4 in hand, you can immediately experience Fortnite ASAP with the most authentic emotions. The answer to the question of whether to buy an iPad or Samsung Galaxy Tab has been partly revealed; let's delve into the analysis of Apple's tablet product right away.
2.2 Why You Should 'Grab' an iPad Pro 2018 Right Away?
Considered the giant version of the iPhone X released in 2018, here are the valuable advantages of this Apple tablet lineup.
Latest Display Technology: Promotion technology with a 120Hz refresh rate ensures smooth and vivid image quality even when watching videos. Automatic Connection to Smart Keyboard: The most notable accessory for this iPad Pro is the smart keyboard, which automatically connects. Additionally, its Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity are excellent.
Large 9.7-inch Display: While not new in Apple's design since 2010, consumers consider this size ratio most suitable for all purposes. You can also refer to articles comparing the screen sizes of other iPad Pro models, like the 10.5-inch version. 4K Video Recording, Super Slow Motion: Not only can you watch 4K videos on the tablet, but you can also create vivid 4K videos on your device.
Facetime Camera Quality: Facetime conversation image quality can reach up to 1080p, HD standard. Latest iOS Experience: What if you could sync data whether using iPhone, MacBook, or iPad? You can purchase everything you want on the App Store.
3. Comparing iPad Pro with Galaxy Tab S4 Based on 4 Valuable Criteria
3.1 iPad Pro vs. Galaxy Tab S4: Price and Availability
Overall, the price of the iPad Pro is slightly higher than the Galaxy S4 model during their close release dates. For the 256GB model, the iPad Pro is priced around £769/$799, while the Galaxy Tab S4 is priced at £699/$750.
The functionalities of both tablet types also do not have significant differences. The smart keyboard of the iPad Pro is priced slightly higher than Samsung's.
3.2 Design and Configuration
In terms of design, although both have a size of 10.5 inches, the iPad Pro 2018 appears taller and thinner compared to the Galaxy Tab S4. However, Samsung has completely removed all external physical buttons in their product, so in reality, this tablet model looks much slimmer and more refined.
In the configuration aspect, a plus point for Samsung is the resolution of 2560×1600 compared to iPad's 2224×1668. Both have 4GB of RAM, with the Galaxy Tab S4 offering either 64GB or 256GB of integrated storage capacity, while the iPad Pro adds a 512GB model.
3.3 Specifications and Features
The images below will provide you with the basic specifications of these two product lines:
Some basic specifications of the Galaxy Tab S4.
3.4 Evaluating the Software of iPad Pro 2018 with Galaxy Tab S4
In general, the software of the iPad Pro will be iOS 11 upon release. However, it will soon be upgraded to iOS 12 once the company publishes it. Meanwhile, Samsung continues to use Android 8.1 for its latest product lines.
In summary, each product has its own outstanding advantages and differentiators. You might appreciate the unique design and smart keyboard accessory of the iPad Pro, or prefer the superior features and multitasking capabilities like a laptop offered by the Samsung Galaxy Tab S4.
