Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra Review: The Big Android Art Tablet
Quick verdict
A huge, bright 14.6-inch OLED with an excellent pen in the box and years of updates. It's big, expensive and more studio tablet than portable.
Buy it if
- You want the biggest, best Android drawing tablet.
- You want the pen included.
- You'll mostly use it at a desk or couch.
Skip it if
- You want something to hold in one hand.
- You need Procreate.
- You're on a budget. The Tab S11 draws just as well.
Specs
| Screen | 14.6 in Dynamic AMOLED 2X (OLED), anti-reflective |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 2960 x 1848 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz |
| Brightness (claimed) | Up to 1,600 nits peak |
| Chip | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ |
| Storage | 256 GB + microSD, 12 GB RAM |
| OS | Android 16, 7 OS upgrades promised |
| Pen | S Pen, no battery |
| Pen included | Yes |
| Weight | 694 g |
Pros and cons
Pros
- Huge 14.6-inch OLED, anti-reflective, 120Hz.
- Excellent pen with near-flawless palm rejection.
- S Pen included; 7 years of updates promised.
- Very thin (5.1 mm) with microSD.
Cons
- Big for handheld use.
- Expensive.
- Old S Pen tips and accessories don't fit.
- Check the listing's region (see FAQ).
Real-world math
Screen space. The 14.6-inch 16:10 screen is about 315 x 197 mm, or 618 square centimeters. That's about 75% more than the Tab S11 or iPad Air 11, and close to a 16-inch pen display.
Sharpness. 2960 x 1848 on 14.6 inches is about 239 pixels per inch.
Weight. About 694 grams. That's light for its size, but heavy to hold up while you draw.
Battery. 11,600 mAh. Parka Blogs got 10 to 12 hours; Samsung claims up to 23 hours of video.
Drawing on it
Parka Blogs called it "the finest Android tablet available," with pressure that's "sensitive and accurate, performance is consistent and predictable" and palm rejection that works nearly flawlessly. The tapered S Pen makes low-angle shading easier.
The trade-offs
At 14.6 inches, it's a studio tablet. It's expensive, and older S Pen tips and cases don't fit. If Procreate matters, only an iPad will do.
How it compares
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra | Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 | Apple iPad Air 11-inch (M4) |
|---|---|---|---|
| My rating | 8.6/10 | 8.7/10 | 8.8/10 |
| Screen | 14.6 in Dynamic AMOLED 2X (OLED), anti-reflective | 11 in Dynamic AMOLED 2X (OLED) | 10.86 in Liquid Retina, laminated, anti-reflective |
| Resolution | 2960 x 1848 | 2560 x 1600 | 2360 x 1640 (264 PPI) |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz | 60Hz |
| Brightness (claimed) | Up to 1,600 nits peak | Up to 1,600 nits peak | 500 nits |
| Chip | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | Apple M4 |
| Storage | 256 GB + microSD, 12 GB RAM | 128 GB + microSD (this listing) | 128 GB (this listing) |
| OS | Android 16, 7 OS upgrades promised | Android 16, 7 OS upgrades promised | iPadOS |
| Pen | S Pen, no battery | S Pen (Wacom EMR, no battery) | Apple Pencil Pro or Apple Pencil (USB-C) |
| Pen included | Yes | Yes | No |
| Weight | 694 g | 469 g | 464 g |
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FAQ
- Does it come with the S Pen?
- Yes. Samsung includes the new hexagonal S Pen, which never needs charging.
- Is this the US model?
- The listing we link shows model code SM-X930NZSAGTO, which Amazon also lists as Latin America stock. US units usually end in XAR. It should work in the US, but warranty and charger can differ. Check with the seller.
- Tab S11 Ultra or Tab S11?
- Same chip and pen. The Ultra has a much bigger screen and battery. Get the S11 if you want portability.
- How long will it get updates?
- Samsung promises up to 7 Android upgrades and 7 years of security updates.
Bottom line
If you want the best Android canvas and don't need to carry it everywhere, this is it. For most people, the regular Tab S11 draws just as well in a more portable size.