The Xiaomi is cheaper and much faster. The Samsung has a stylus in the box and IP68 protection.
Short answer
Xiaomi Pad 8 - Snapdragon 8s Gen 4, 3200×2136 144 Hz, 9200 mAh, four speakers, 5.75 mm, cheaper. Galaxy Tab S10 FE - S Pen included, IP68, 12 MP front camera.
Key differences
| Spec | Xiaomi Pad 8 Wi-Fi | Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE Wi-Fi |
|---|---|---|
| Chip | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 | Samsung Exynos 1580 |
| Display | 11.2", LCD, 3200×2136, 144 Hz | 10.9", TFT LCD, 2304×1440, 90 Hz |
| RAM / storage | 8/128 GB, 8/256 GB, 12/512 GB | 8/128 GB, 12/256 GB |
| Rear cameras | 13 MP | 13 MP |
| Front | 8 MP | 12 MP |
| Battery | 9200 mAh | 8000 mAh |
| Charging | 45 W | 45 W |
| Stylus | Xiaomi Focus Pen | S Pen (included) |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi |
| Speakers | 4 | 2 |
| Protection | — | IP68 |
| Thickness / weight | 5.75 mm / 485 g | 6 mm / 497 g |
| Price | current prices | current prices |
Specs come from the device pages on Smartphone.ua.
Chips
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 and Samsung Exynos 1580. The Snapdragon is much faster.
Display
11.2" 3200×2136 144 Hz vs 10.9" 2304×1440 90 Hz.
Battery
9200 vs 8000 mAh, both 45 W.
Verdict: who should buy which
- Speed, screen, sound - Xiaomi Pad 8.
- A stylus in the box and IP68 - Galaxy Tab S10 FE.
FAQ
Is the Xiaomi water-resistant?
No IP rating is listed on its page.
How heavy are they?
485 and 497 g.
Which is cheaper?
The Xiaomi Pad 8.