The market for large-screen tablets does not change all that quickly. We only see a new entrant in this space every few months. Fortunately, Xiaomi recently launched its Pad 7 Ultra tablet as a new option for those looking for a big, premium Android tablet.
Prior to this, the option was (more or less) limited to the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra. It had a good head start in setting the bar for a high-end Android tablet. Now that both tablets are side by side, let’s see which one could be a better buy for you.
8. Design and Build
For starters, both tablets are huge. While the Xiaomi Pad 7 Ultra measures 305.8 x 207.5 x 5.1mm, the Samsung Tab S10 Ultra is even larger at 326.4 x 208.6 x 5.4mm. Neither of these slates is pocketable, rather, they will claim dedicated space in your backpack.
Xiaomi’s model will still, however, be light to carry. At 609g, the Xiaomi slate is considerably lighter than Samsung’s offering. It weighs 718g for Wi-Fi or 723g for the 5G model. Xiaomi also trims the waistline slightly, coming in 0.3 mm thinner.
This means the Pad 7 Ultra has a more svelte footprint in theory. But then again, Samsung prioritizes durability over slimness. The Tab S10 Ultra is made of armor aluminum and features IP68 dust and water resistance.
Stylus support is also available at both ends. Xiaomi supports a magnetically-attached pen (sold separately), while Samsung builds more functionality into its S Pen, which features Bluetooth, gyro, accelerometer, and a 2.8ms latency. The S Pen is more capable, but you may only notice that if you do more than jot down notes or doodle.
7. Display
Samsung’s 14.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel is a little larger than Xiaomi’s 14.0-inch AMOLED, but Xiaomi pulls ahead in resolution. The Pad 7 Ultra delivers 2136 x 3200 pixels, resulting in ~275 ppi, while Samsung’s 1848 x 2960 resolution lands at ~239 ppi.
Xiaomi’s panel is also brighter, peaking at 1600 nits versus Samsung’s unspecified but likely lower figure (given past models and performance). It supports Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and HDR Vivid. The Tab S10 Ultra offers HDR10+, but skips Dolby Vision entirely.
Both offer 120Hz refresh rates, but the Xiaomi panel leans more toward content creators who want pixel density and color fidelity, while Samsung’s is geared toward general use, productivity, and media.
6. Performance
The Xiaomi Pad 7 Ultra debuts with an Xring O1 chip, a new 3nm processor with a 10-core CPU running at 3.7GHz. It’s paired with the Immortalis-G925 MC16 GPU, and based on specs alone, it’s pushing toward the top of mobile silicon. Xiaomi’s ambition with this chip is clear: take on both Snapdragon and MediaTek with a custom platform optimized for high-end performance.
Samsung’s Tab S10 Ultra uses the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+, a high-end 4nm chip with an octa-core CPU and Immortalis-G720 MC12 GPU. It’s capable but slightly behind Xiaomi’s setup on paper, especially with fewer cores and lower top-end clock speed (3.4GHz vs. 3.7GHz).
In actual performance, Xiaomi may edge ahead in multitasking and raw benchmark numbers, but Samsung’s software optimization through One UI may keep things smooth enough that most users won’t notice a difference in day-to-day tasks.
5. Cameras
Xiaomi gives the Pad 7 Ultra a single 50MP main camera, while Samsung opts for a 13MP + 8MP ultrawide setup on the rear. For front cameras, Xiaomi has a 32MP ultrawide, while Samsung uses a 12MP wide + 12MP ultrawide.
Despite Xiaomi’s higher megapixel count, tablet cameras still aren’t designed for photography. Where it matters most—video calls—both tablets offer 1080p and 4K video support.
4. Audio and Connectivity
Xiaomi goes all-in with eight speakers supporting Hi-Res audio, while Samsung includes four AKG-tuned speakers. Volume and clarity are likely excellent on both, but Xiaomi may have an edge in spatial audio quality.
Xiaomi also supports Bluetooth 5.4 and Wi-Fi 7, slightly ahead of Samsung’s Bluetooth 5.3 and comparable Wi-Fi 7 support. Samsung’s model supports GPS and eSIM (in the cellular variant), which Xiaomi skips entirely; it has no SIM or GPS onboard.
Xiaomi does offer infrared and NFC (data-only), which are rare on tablets. Samsung counters with Samsung DeX and optional 5G, so both offer unique advantages.
3. Storage and Battery
Both tablets come in 256GB/12GB RAM, 512GB/12GB RAM, and 1TB/16GB RAM configurations. Samsung includes a microSD card slot for expandable storage, while Xiaomi does not. That could matter if you’re dealing with large video files or prefer expandable storage.
For battery, Xiaomi leads with a 12000mAh cell supporting 120W wired charging and 7.5W reverse wired charging. Samsung’s 11200mAh battery tops out at 45W charging, which feels slow by comparison. Xiaomi clearly wins in charging speed.
2. Final Thoughts
The Xiaomi Pad 7 Ultra is newer, thinner, and arguably more powerful on paper. It offers faster charging, a more pixel-dense display, and more speakers. It’s also likely to be cheaper, though Xiaomi hasn’t confirmed global pricing yet.
On the other hand, the Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra offers a more polished software experience, better durability, a more advanced stylus, and longer software support.
If you’re looking for a performance-focused tablet with high-end specs and don’t mind potential quirks in software or availability, the Pad 7 Ultra has appeal. If you want a safer, more reliable experience with proven support and features, Samsung still has the edge. Both are “Ultra” in name, but how that translates to day-to-day use depends heavily on what you need.
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