Today, the battle is between the Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 and the Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite. The former retails at around $649 and the latter at $349. Obviously, the S6 does have many extra features but are they necessary or worth the price. Even if it is worth it, does every consumer need those features? Therefore, Samsung has unveiled this Lite version, which can for certain people replace the original at half the price. Read ahead to discover, which one is the right choice for you.
Key Specification
| Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 | Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite | |
| $ | Check Price | Check Price |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | Samsung Exynos 9611 |
| Display | 10.5 inches | 10.4 inches |
| Memory | 128 / 256 GB | 64 / 128 GB |
| Camera | 13 MP + 5 MP | 8 MP |
| Sim | Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM |
Design
| Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 | Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite | |
| Dimensions | 244.5 x 159.5 x 5.7 mm | 244.5 x 154.3 x 7 mm |
| Weight | 420 g | 467 g |
| Screen Size | 10.5 inches | 10.4 inches |
| Technology | Super AMOLED screen (16M) | Color TFT screen (16M) |
| Colors | Mountain Gray, Cloud Blue, Rose Blush | Chiffon Pink, Angora Blue, Oxford Gray |
Both tablets share a similar design with some differences in size and weight. They have an aluminum frame and a metal back. The Tab S6 is 244.5 x 159.5 x 5.7 mm and weighs 420 grams. This makes it larger and lighter than the Tab S6 Lite. Also, one difference is that the Tab S6 has a Stylus, which can be magnetically attached to 3 points on the tab.
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 has a 10.5 inches Super AMOLED display. In contrast, the Tab S6 Lite has a 10.4 inches Color TFT screen. The Tab S6 display also has better screen resolution and screen-to-body ratio. Therefore, the Tab S6 not only has a larger display but also better quality.
Performance
| Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 | Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite | |
| Processor | 2.84 GHz, Octa Core Processor | 2.3 GHz, Octa Core Processor |
| GPU | Adreno 640 | Mali-G72 MP3 |
| RAM | 6 / 8 GB | 4 GB |
| Internal storage | 128 / 256 GB | 64 / 128 GB |
| Storage expansion | Yes, upto 1 TB | Yes, upto 1 TB |
| OS | Android v9.0 | Android v10.0 |
| Materials | Glass front, aluminum back | Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame |
Powering the Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 is the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855, which easily outperforms Samsung Exynos 9611, the chipset in Tab S6 Lite. Even the GPU in Tab S6 is a better performer. The Tab S6 runs on either 6GB or 8GB RAM. In comparison, the Tab S6 Lite runs on 4GB RAM. The internal storage of Tab S6 goes up to 256GB, while the Tab S6 Lite maxes out at 128 GB. But, they both offer storage expansion of up to 1TB. The Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 does perform significantly better. This does not mean that the Tab S6 Lite has a shabby performance, it does provide a very tight performance at its price point.
Camera
| Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 | Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite | |
| Rear | 13 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/3.4″, 1.0µm | 8 MP, (wide), 1/4.0″, 1.12µm |
| Front | 5 MP | 5 MP |
| Video | 4K@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite sports an 8-megapixel rear camera and a 5-megapixel front camera, but lacks a flash. The Tab S6, on the other hand, has a dual-camera on the back. It has a 13-megapixel primary sensor, 5-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and includes a flash. Also, it has a 5-megapixel selfie camera. Both tabs perform okay in the daylight but take grainy pictures at night. The Tab S6 provides a better camera and the inclusion of a flash makes it a winner.
Multimedia
| Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 | Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite | |
| Headphone jack | USB Type-C | 3.5 mm |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers (4 speakers) | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| FM Redio | No | No |
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 offers better audio quality than the Tab S6 Lite. On the other hand, the Tab S6 Lite features the now unique 3.55 MM headphone jack. Hence, it is a tie in the multimedia department.
Battery
| Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 | Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite | |
| Capacity | 7040 mAh | 7040 mAh |
| Type | Non Removeable Li-Po | Non Removeable Li-Po |
| Fast Charging | Fast charging 15W | Fast charging 15W |
| User Replaceable | No | No |
Both devices pack a 7040 mAh battery, which supports 15W fast charging. But the Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite will be able to squeeze out a slightly longer battery life since S6 Lite’s display is less power consuming. Yet, this should not be a big factor as the difference is small.
Connectivity
| Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 | Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite | |
| Sim | Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Bluetooth | 5.0, A2DP, LE | 5.0, A2DP, LE |
| Wifi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot |
| Usb | 3.1, Type-C 1.0 reversible connector | Type-C 1.0 reversible connector |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass | Accelerometer, proximity, gyro |
Which is better?
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 provides two very unique features, such as:
- The stylus that accompanies the Tab S6 is an updated version. It has a thinner tip, giving the user more control. Also. it has motion gestures.
- The Tab S6 supports Samsung Dex, which can turn your tab into a laptop. This is a huge feature for those who wish to do some heavy work on their tab.
Additionally, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 takes the cake with its better display, amazing camera, more internal storage, better performance, and faster RAM. It does lose some points as it is far more expensive and that the keyboard must be purchased separately.
On the other hand, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite has the advantages of being cheaper, the inclusion of S-Pen, better battery life, and the option of 3.55 mm jack. It falls behind as it has a smaller display, less RAM and storage, no support for Samsung Dex, and the lack of a flash.
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite is the best option for those looking to purchase a basic android tablet with an S-Pen, which is also budget-friendly. It is still a better option than many android tablets available in the market today. If you want to buy the best Android tablet that money can buy then Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 is the right choice for you.
