REVIEW: Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 in 2023...Now Best Budget Android Tablet?

Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Review in 2023 - Still Worth It?

Although the newest Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 series - such as the Tab S9+ or Tab S9 Ultra - are the current talk of the town as iPad Pro alternatives, previous gen models can still be perfectly capable devices...especially now at sharply discounted prices. In this longer term review of the Galaxy Tab S6 we discuss how this previous flagship tablet is holding up, whether it's still worth considering and briefly how it compare against the (now similarly street priced) Galaxy Tab S5e.

Details:
2-IN-1 TABLET: Instantly transform your Android tablet into a PC-like experience when you attach the keyboard with a built-in trackpad

FINGERPRINT SCANNER: Keep more of what's yours, yours. When you're ready to unlock, simply touch the in-display fingerprint scanner and you're in

BATTERY BACK-UP: With up to 18 hours on a full charge, you can create and edit all day, plus enjoy continuous browsing and streaming. Then quickly recharge the Fast-Charging battery

ADDITIONAL FEATURES: Access your phone from your Galaxy Tab S6. Make and take calls or read, respond and scroll through texts. Plus, calls and messages are synced so you can pick up right where you left off

CAPTURE A WIDER VIEW: Whether you're capturing an adventure or updating your website with the wide 13MP and ultra-wide 5MP dual camera. Use the 8MP front camera to video chat, collaborate and present

Power to multitask; Thanks to the speed of the fast mobile processor, rapidly switch between apps and tasks or immerse yourself in graphic intensive games; Plus, get PC caliber internal RAM

All new S Pen included; Now the included S Pen lets you pause and skip at the press of the button; Plus, you can still mark up papers, sign docs and take notes; The S Pen even attaches magnetically for easy storage and charging

Light on weight; Heavy on entertainment; With a spectacular edge to edge Super AMOLED display, superior graphics and quad speakers tuned by AKG, get drawn into immersive games all on a 2 in 1 that only weighs about a pound

Complete tasks with ease while on the go by using this Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 tablet. The included intuitive S Pen lets you take and edit notes for a smooth work experience, while the magnetic technology makes storage and charging easy. Attach a keyboard with built-in trackpad to this Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 tablet for a seamless PC desktop experience.

Stylishly efficient - Start typing in a flash. With its sophisticated texture design and intuitive pogo pin connectors to simplify setup and speed up usage Time the Galaxy Tab S6 book cover keyboard is equally practical as it is pleasing to the eye.

Imagine a more personal PC experience—without a PC. Meet the Galaxy Tab S6, the ultra-slim 2-in-1 that performs like a laptop with the mobility of a tablet. Get more done as you switch seamlessly from app to app, task to task. Go all out with an intuitive s pen that lets you work, create and edit with ease. When it's time to kick back, you can stream shows and game on a spectacular screen with cinematic sound. And make it all happen with a fast-charging battery that keeps up with you all day.

All-new S Pen included
Now the included S Pen lets you pause and skip at the press of the button. Plus, you can still markup papers, sign docs and take notes. The S Pen even attaches magnetically for easy storage and charging.

A tablet that listens to your commands
With Bixby Voice Assistant at your command, you can look up recipes, skip to the next song, check movie times and more with just your voice—even from across the room, thanks to a far-field mic.

Room for everything
128GB of built-in memory for all of your photos, videos, games and go-to apps. When you need more space, expand your storage up to 512GB with a microSD card.

Smartly connected
Control your connected home devices, right from your 2-in-1. Just open your SmartThings app to adjust temperatures, dim or brighten lights and monitor your front door after you set up connected devices

History:
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 is built with an aluminum frame. The device is available in Mountain Gray, Cloud Blue, Rose Blush. It has quad stereo loudspeakers with AKG tuning. A USB-C port is used for charging and video output.

Specs:
Qualcomm Snapdragon 866 Octa Core (7nm)
4-8 GB RAM
64-256 GB UFS 3.0 internal storage
Upgradable to Android 12, One UI 4.0

Desktop Mode
When you need to get some work done, just open up DeX mode on your Galaxy tablet, so you’ll have a PC-like experience literally in the palms of your hands.

Apps will open as windows, making them bigger and easier to use on the tablet’s large screen. You can move the window around the screen and have multiple windows open at the same time.

[msd]

Ive had my tab s6 10.5 since 2019 amd use it mainly for video watching and its been a GREAT tablet!!! No regrets.

[brendawheeler]

Also for anybody considering this I got the S6 not the S6 lite and I bought it last year and I absolutely love it!

[bdjtech]

Great review of a great tablet. I have a iPad Mini 6 that I love the size of but not the OS. I've had the TabS6 since 2019 and with each new version, I haven't found a reason to trade up yet. I wish the keyboard cover was better but that's my only complaint.

[JAMESHOWLETT]

Here's my take on the great Galaxy tab s6: it's a great tablet. I'm writing on it for this comment but the only reason not to buy it's because it stop getting os and security firmware update. Other than that you'll be happy with it's 4 speakers OLED screen and still to this day its processor just to name a few

[peterparker]

I just got an update for this tab. I was wondering how long are they going to support it for. I love this tablet. It sucks that compared to tab s8 this tab will get fewer major OS updates. I love this tablet and it is serving me well.

[albrt]

watching this with tab s6 2019, still rocking battery last long..

[evilcrashbandicootthetouho]

I still used it today very great design and size and led screen and gaming and amazing for drawing

[eclecticaro]

Excellent, professional review with lots of detailed specs on processing power. Majority of reviewers just read what we already know from the back of the box. Many thanks

[ivaneberle]

Tremendous value from the Tab S6 I bought to fly my drone. It might be harder to justify if bought now and going forward since it's likely gotten it's last OS upgrade already (with Android 12/OneUI 4.1.1). But it's been perhaps the best loved device I own since bought refurbished/new open box two years ago this week. The 11" S9 again has AMOLED equivalent and could be its replacement today if I wasn't thinking of replacing my laptop completely for everything, including editing 4K video. Tab S6 will sort of do this with LumaFusion, but M1/M2 iPads have DaVinci Resolve and FCP now.

[damustermann]

In Germany they are 300+€ used, about $350+ - I would buy one for the US-pricing, else it is too expensive.

[WiseRuler]

I am watching it on my $40 Walmart Clearance Tab S6 Tablet 6 GB ram, 128 GB Rom Wi-Fi version.

[Ay_IsBac]

I'm still using the s6 which my dad bought 4 years ago and gave it to me few years later, it's great for animation and digital art and even in gaming it's pretty great even if it kinda jugs. Minecraft java runs in 230 fps and 30 -40 fps with shaders. Also the original spen broke and screen has some problems with Pen pressure. Its still is a great device as of now

[Drhomelander]

Do you think i should buy it for 200 dollars? It includes the spen and the keyboard.

[Random_]

I recently got the tab S9 plus for my birthday but i still absolutely love the S6. In all honesty while the S9 is definitely better if it's not 900$ better. I have to agree with you about the S6 being one of the best value for money android tablets that gig can currently get, even in 2024 it's still amazing.

[tr]

I just got the tab s8 and prefer my tab s6

[ensom]

tab s6 i got in 2019 is still running great, and i have used it a LOT, like i have often used it with an auto clicker to afk games all day & night. it runs cool with consistent performance, the 855 is efficient. there is very stable performance, i can game for hours and it doesn't throttle. runs roblox, mech arena, and sky cotl well. great speakers. the display bothered me when i first got it due to the low PWM frequency and refresh rate but i got used to it for the most part, that is the main downside for me. overall, im very happy with my choice to buy the tab s6, it's been a great tablet that has had rock solid reliable performance. i have been looking at 2021/2022 ipad pros with the IPS panels that have no PWM, thinking eventually they might be a good replacement that is easier on the eyes, but i don't have any apple devices and am generally not a fan of apple.. i do enjoy my s23 ultra. but for a tablet i spend a lot of time gaming on, i might consider an ipad for the non PWM displays... i would really like a samsung tablet with snapdragon 8 gen 2, using an IPS, non PWM display. or an oled without PWM, DC dimming.

[rjterry]

Wish I could find one to replace my S3. Can't get over the need for a AMOLED screen and don't want a large tablet.

[pharoahmonk]

I love my Galaxy Tab S6. But after viewing 4 hours of YouTube videos, my tablet is down to about 39% battery remaining. is this normal? Or do I have a battery that is on the way out? If you own a Galaxy Tab S6, what is your normal battery life remaining after 4 hours of continuous YouTube use? I hope someone will read this who knows tablets and give me a good answer.

[soniayss]

I have been using this laptop. Works amazing

[kaankarapnar]

can you divide the screen to 3 or 4 parts? (3-4 different apps on screen?)