Samsung is set to unveil a new lineup of tablets soon. Recent leaks have surfaced showing alleged designs for the Galaxy Tab S10 FE and its Plus version, along with internal specifications and suggested pricing.
The images have been leaked by WinFuture, revealing various angles of the tablets in three color options. The design follows the typical Samsung style, showcasing a metallic body with flat edges in silver, blue, or dark gray.
Let’s hope Samsung has other plans with pricing
Both tablets will be available in Bluetooth-only and 5G versions. Pricing for the Galaxy Tab S10 FE is reported to begin at EUR 579, which translates to around $630 based on current exchange rates. By comparison, the Galaxy Tab S9 FE debuted at $450, while the Plus model was priced at $600.
The Galaxy Tab S10 FE+ features a larger 13-inch display, which is expected to start at EUR 749, approximately $815, with prices potentially reaching $924 for the cellular model. Earlier reports speculated that the larger version could initially be priced around $650.
Notably, Samsung has replaced the previous pill-shaped camera bump with a single, floating lens design for the rear camera, giving the Galaxy Tab S10 FE series a more refined look reminiscent of the iPad Air, with some exceptions in the antenna lines and aspect ratio.
Going bigger, not bolder
In terms of specifications, the Galaxy Tab S10 FE is expected to feature a 10.1-inch display with a resolution of 2304 x 1440 pixels. The Plus version will boast a larger 13.1-inch screen with a resolution of 2880 x 1800 pixels, aligning more closely with the iPad Air.
Both models are expected to utilize Samsung's Exynos 1580 chip, an octa-core processor manufactured on a 4nm process. It features a 1+3+4 core configuration, where a high-performance Arm Cortex-A720 core operates at 2.9 GHz for demanding tasks, while three Cortex-A720 cores handle mid-range workloads at 2.6 GHz.
For lighter tasks, the Exynos 1580 includes four Cortex-A520 cores. Graphics processing will be managed by Samsung’s Xclipse 540 GPU, and the image signal processor (ISP) supports up to 200MP photos and 4K video recording at 60fps. This processor is also found in the new Galaxy A56 mid-range smartphone.
While the Exynos 1580 provides decent performance, it might not stand up against more powerful rivals like the OnePlus Pad 2, which comes in at $550 and includes a previous-generation Qualcomm flagship processor, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, paired with 12GB of RAM and an OLED display.
Additionally, benchmarks suggest the Exynos 1580 may struggle with multitasking, particularly with split-screen operations and multiple apps running simultaneously. Users may notice performance limitations, especially when using DeX mode on a larger display.
Samsung is expected to provide multiple configurations for the new tablets, with options of 8GB and 12GB of RAM, paired with either 128GB or 256GB of internal storage. Notably, both models will feature a microSD card slot, allowing for additional storage expansion.
In terms of camera capabilities, the rear will host a 13-megapixel sensor, while selfies and video calls will use a 12-megapixel front-facing camera. The smaller tablet will come with an 8,000 mAh battery, while the larger variant will likely be equipped with a 10,090 mAh battery, featuring support for 45W fast charging.
