Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 review

The Galaxy Tab S11 is the strongest Android tablet on this list and the most expensive one aimed at notes rather than laptop replacement. Samsung lists an 11-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display at 2560 by 1600, a MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ chipset with 12GB of RAM, and a weight of 1.03 pounds at 5.5 mm thin. A redesigned S Pen comes in the box, and Galaxy AI adds Note Assist, which Samsung says summarizes lecture and meeting notes, plus Writing Assist for fixing errors. Samsung DeX turns it into a desktop-style workspace with the Book Cover Keyboard or an external monitor, and the IP68 rating covers spills. Battery is rated at up to 18 hours of video playback. The problem for students is price: $999.99 at Samsung for the 128GB model is more than the iPad Air with an Apple Pencil Pro at education prices, and it ranks below cheaper tablets on value.

Who it is for

Students who want the best Android tablet for notes and can pay flagship prices.

Price

From $999.99 at Samsung when checked.

Galaxy Tab S11 11.0" Display $999.99
Quoted from the vendor pricing page on November 8, 2026.

Key features

• 11-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display at 2560 by 1600
• MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ chipset with 12GB of RAM
• Redesigned S Pen included in the box
• Note Assist summarizes lecture and meeting notes with Galaxy AI
• IP68 rating, Samsung DeX desktop mode and up to 18 hours of video playback

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: AMOLED display and the most RAM of the Android tablets here
• Strength: S Pen included, unlike the stylus for the iPads and Surface Pro
• Strength: Thin and light at 5.5 mm and 1.03 pounds
• Weakness: Costs $999.99, $300 more than the iPad Air with education pricing
• Weakness: Base model has 128GB of storage
• Weakness: Book Cover Keyboard is sold separately

Key facts

• Price: From $999.99
• Chip: MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, 12GB RAM
• Display: 11-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 2560 by 1600
• Battery: Up to 18 hours video playback
• Weight: 1.03 pounds
• Pen: S Pen included

Where it ranks

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 is No. 6 in our Best Tablets for Students verdict.