The Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 went on sale in Spain this Sunday, exclusively at El Corte Inglés, for €529. This larger version of the Galaxy Note boasts a 10.1-inch screen, making it more comfortable for fulfilling the Note's original purpose: to be a work tool for creative professionals. Any tablet released to the market will inevitably have to stand up to comparison with the queen of tablets: the iPad. Therefore, we offer you this comparison between the Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 and the new iPad.
Size and weight
As is often the case when compared to almost all tablets, the iPad is flatter. As for the thickness, Galaxy Note 10.1 is thinner, just half a millimeter, that is to say, invaluable. The Apple tablet is heavier, about 50 grams more.
Screen
The Retina display is currently unrivaled, but what we don't understand is why Samsung chose such a poor screen for this device— only 1280 x 800. That's 149 ppi compared to the new iPad's 264 ppi. This incomprehension is even more pronounced considering Samsung manufactures the Retina display for Apple. Perhaps reaching Retina resolution wasn't necessary, given that it would increase the price, but a little more would have been welcome.
Processor and RAM
In this section, we must say that the Galaxy Note 10.1 is very well-equipped. Its 1,4 GHz quad-core processor and GPU form a powerful chipset which, combined with 2 GB of RAM, gives it incredible performance. The iPad's specifications are initially lower, but this tablet's performance is very high, although according to some benchmarks, it has already been surpassed by several Android tablets.
Hard drive and storage
In this section, any Apple device will always lose. The price of storage at Apple is offensive, charging $ 100 more for each upgrade from 16 to 32 or 32 to 64 GB. Worse still, the lack of an SD slot for additional storage is a simply incomprehensible horror. Yes, we could always use cloud storage, but it is not the same. Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 has the same storage options as the new iPad and also the ability to expand it by SD up to 64 GB more.
Connectivity
It's exactly the same in terms of internet connectivity: WiFi, 3G, LTE, and Bluetooth. However, the infrared (IR) LED port allows the Samsung tablet/phone to act as a remote control for other devices, such as smart TVs and other tablets.
Cameras
In this they are tied, there seems to be no difference.
Battery
The battery performance of the Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 has not yet been measured but it is bound to be good given that it is a tablet made for work. The 7000 mAh seems to assure it.
Accessories
The Galaxy Note 10.1's S-Pen stylus is a great help at work. It's especially designed for note-taking and drawing. While styluses are available for iPads, Samsung's inclusion of this one from the start underscores the tablet's professional focus. The S-Pen works in conjunction with Shape Match and Formula Match software to assist with drawing and annotation.
Software and applications
First and foremost, it's worth highlighting that the Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 is multitasking and multi-screen capable . This is quite remarkable; the screen can be split in two , allowing you to run an app on each side simultaneously . This is ideal for work, enabling you to analyze content and then take notes or edit materials at the same time. It makes it possible to access information and work simultaneously. Furthermore, for image editing, it includes an app developed exclusively with Adobe: Photoshop Touch.
Another work-oriented software feature is Smart Stay . The tablet detects if we're looking at the screen, and if we look away, it enters hibernation mode regardless of what we're doing.
And finally, Pop Up Play allows us to watch a video anywhere on the screen while working with another application.
In this regard, Samsung has done its homework and perhaps covers the advantage of Apple's software and applications. Although this advantage over Android devices is less and less and is more a matter of taste. Jelly Bean is an operating system that is giving brutal performance and Galaxy Note 10.1 will surely be updated soon.
Conclusions
The new iPad is a reliable and precise tablet, referenced, that will improve even more as soon as iOS 6 is released. If we think of a tablet that is good for everything and that is versatile, the iPad is probably a reasonable option, although its price can pull back.
The Galaxy Note 10.1 has a very clear target audience: creative professionals . Without a doubt, this is the most suitable tablet for them. Its multitasking capabilities are a gift for working, analyzing, taking notes, drawing, editing, and more. Furthermore, its dedicated apps and software make it ideal. It would also fit very well in educational settings for the same reasons. The only drawback is the screen resolution, which isn't as high as current standards suggest.
| Tablet | New iPad | Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 |
| Size | 241 x 185 x 9,4 mm | 262 x 180 x 8,9 mm |
| Weight | 652 or 662 grams | 600 grams |
| Screen | 9.7 inches - Retina | 10.1 inch - WXGA LCD |
| Litigation, Arbitration | 2048 x 1536 (264 ppi) | 1280 x 800 (149 ppi) |
| Thickness | 9,4 mm | 8,9 mm |
| Operating system | iOS 5 | Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich |
| Processor | A5XCPU: dual-core (1 GHz) GPU: SGX543MP4 (quad core) | Exynos 4212CPU: quad-core (1,4 GHz) GPU: Mail-400 MP |
| RAM | 1 GB | 2 GB |
| Conference proceedings | 16 GB / 32 GB / 64 GB | 16/32/64 GB |
| Extension | microSD up to 64 GB | |
| Connectivity | WiFi 802.11 b / g / n, 3G HSPA +, LTE, Bluetooth | WiFi 802.11 b / g / n, 3G HSPA +, LTE, Bluetooth 4.0, IR LED |
| Ports | 30 pin, 3.5 mm Jack, | miniHDMI, USB 2.0, 3.5 mm jack, |
| Sound | Rear speakers | Stereo speakers |
| Camera | Front VGA / Rear 5 MPX (Video 1080p) | Front 1,9 MPX / Rear 5MPX (Video 1080p) |
| Sensors | GPS, Accelerometer, Light Sensor, Gyro, Compass | GPS, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Compass |
| Accessories | S-Pen (stylus) | |
| Battery | 10 hours long. | Li-Ion 7000mAh |
| Price | WiFi: 492 euros (16 GB) / 594 euros (32 GB) / 697 euros (64 GB) WiFi + 4G: 615 euros (16 GB) / 717 euros (32 GB) / 820 euros (64 GB) | WiFi: 529 euros (16 GB) / 599 euros (32 GB) WiFi + 3G: 699 euros (32 GB) |