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Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE review

No. 5 of 10 in our tablets ranking · Updated · How we rank

Our verdict: The Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE ranks 5th of the 10 tablets we compare, with 8.8 out of 10.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE

8.8/10

The Galaxy Tab S10 FE is a 10.9-inch Android tablet with a 90Hz screen, an S Pen, IP68 water resistance and a microSD slot. It suits people who want a durable all-rounder for streaming, reading and note-taking.

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Why it's here

  • 10.9-inch 90Hz screen that suits streaming and reading
  • S Pen included in the box
  • IP68 dust and water resistance, rare at this level
  • microSD slot and a long-lasting 8000mAh battery

Keep in mind

  • The LCD screen is not as rich as the AMOLED panels on Samsung's dearer tablets
  • Exynos 1580 is slower than the chips in rivals at a similar level
  • Several non-UK versions are sold on Amazon, so check the listing says UK version

Why the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE scores 8.8

Each bar shows where it places among the 10 tablets in this guide, so a full bar is 1st of 10. How happy owners are counts for most of the score.

  • How happy owners are5th of 10
  • How many rated it5th of 10
  • How new it is4th of 10

Level with the Amazon Fire HD 10 (2023)

The Amazon Fire HD 10 (2023) and the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE score the same, so either is a safe pick. The Amazon Fire HD 10 (2023) goes first because it leaves owners a little happier. The Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE is the newer design.

About the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE

The Tab S10 FE has a 10.9-inch TFT LCD with a 2304 x 1440 resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate. Samsung quotes up to 800 nits in High Brightness Mode. The body measures 165.8 x 254.3 x 6.0mm and weighs 497g, so it is slim and light for its size.

Inside is the Exynos 1580 octa-core chip with 8GB of RAM. The UK Wi-Fi model has 128GB of storage, of which 106.2GB is available, and the microSD slot takes cards up to 2TB. A 256GB version with 12GB of RAM is also sold. The battery is 8,000mAh and non-removable, and Samsung rates it at up to 20 hours of wireless video playback.

It is rated IP68 for dust and water resistance, which is uncommon at this level. The S Pen is supported and Which? lists a stylus as included. Cameras are 13MP at the back and 12MP at the front, with 4K video at 30fps. Connectivity is Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3 and USB-C. There is no NFC. Which? notes there is no HDMI output.

Samsung lists security updates until 30 April 2032. The same page shows the grey Wi-Fi version as no longer available from Samsung, so retailers may be selling through remaining stock.

What owners report about the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE

Owner feedback specific to the 10.9-inch model was thin where we could read it, so this is a short picture. On Samsung's UK store page, which covers both sizes, owners talk about a clear, bright screen, battery that lasts well between charges and a precise pen for notes.

The complaints there are smaller. A few owners mention lag in demanding games, and some miss a headphone jack. Reviewers at ITPro and Which? raise the same speed question, so it is worth weighing if you play heavy games.

Who the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE suits

It suits households and students who want a tablet for video, reading, browsing and handwritten notes, and who like a pen in the box. The water resistance helps with kitchens, gardens and children. Storage can grow with a microSD card, and the update promise runs to 2032.

Look elsewhere if speed matters most. ITPro found the performance behind the dearer Tab S10+ and Apple's tablets, and Samsung lists an LCD rather than an OLED panel. Apple iPad Air 11-inch (M4) or OnePlus Pad 3 are faster. Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ costs less if you only need streaming.

Questions about the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE

Is the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE any good?

Yes, for everyday use. ITPro praises its premium look, S Pen and excellent battery life, but finds performance behind pricier rivals.

What is the difference between the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 and S10 FE?

The S10 FE is the cheaper model. ITPro found its performance trails the Tab S10+, and Samsung lists its screen as a TFT LCD with a 90Hz refresh rate.

Does the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE have a microSD slot?

Yes. Samsung says it supports microSD cards up to 2TB.

Is the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE waterproof?

It is IP68 rated for dust and water resistance, per Samsung. That covers splashes and immersion within the rating, not salt water or high pressure.

How long will the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE get updates?

Samsung lists security updates valid until 30 April 2032.

Other tablet picks

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All 10 tablets, compared

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  2. 2 Apple iPad mini (A17 Pro)Best Premium 9.3 Check Price
  3. 3 Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+Value for Money 9.0 Check Price
  4. 4 Amazon Fire HD 10 (2023)Best Budget 8.8 Check Price
  5. 5 Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FEThis review 8.8 Check Price
  6. 6 Apple iPad Air 11-inch (M4) 8.7 Check Price
  7. 7 Xiaomi Pad 7 8.6 Check Price
  8. 8 Lenovo Idea Tab Pro 8.6 Check Price
  9. 9 OnePlus Pad 3 8.5 Check Price
  10. 10 Samsung Galaxy Tab S12+ 8.4 Check Price
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE

The Galaxy Tab S10 FE is a 10.9-inch Android tablet with a 90Hz screen, an S Pen, IP68 water resistance and a microSD slot. 8.8 out of 10.

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How we score it

Every score here comes from our ranking model; no editor sets the order. We haven't read the review sites for this guide yet, so for now it is led by owners. It ranks products by how happy owners are, holding back any product few owners have rated until more agree. How many rated it and how new it is only settle close calls, and value for money earns its own badge rather than a higher place. We compared 21 models for this guide before settling on these ten.

Brands can't pay to be included or to move up. We last checked these picks in November 2026.

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