The Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 isn’t just a new Android tablet — it’s a device designed to fit effortlessly into our daily lives. With its powerful new chipset, stunning AMOLED display, and S Pen included in the box, this is a device built for people who want work, creativity, and entertainment in one slim package.
Over the past week, we used the Tab S11 across different settings — in the office, at cafés, during flights, and even while relaxing at home — and it proved to be a natural extension of how we live and work.
Premium design made for everyday living
The first thing we noticed about the Tab S11 is its slim, refined aluminium build. The edges are smooth and comfortable to hold, and the thin bezels give the screen a modern, expansive feel. It’s also IP68-rated for water and dust resistance, which adds peace of mind when we’re commuting in unpredictable weather or working outdoors.
This is a tablet that feels equally at home in a professional setting as it does in a casual lifestyle environment.
A display that transforms how we watch and create
The 11-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display is one of the most impressive panels we’ve seen on a tablet of this size. With 120 Hz refresh rate and anti-reflection coating, it delivers smooth visuals whether we’re watching movies, sketching, or reading for long stretches.
During our flights, the screen’s anti-glare feature kept movies looking sharp even under bright cabin lights. At cafés, it was easy to work on documents without being distracted by reflections. The colors are vivid, blacks are deep, and overall it feels like carrying a cinema screen that also doubles as a sketchpad.
Performance that keeps pace with everything we do
Equipped with the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ chip and up to 12 GB of RAM, the Tab S11 never skipped a beat in our week of use. We frequently had multiple apps open side by side — from Chrome tabs and video calls to music streaming and Writing Articles on our website — and the experience stayed fast and responsive.
Gaming was just as enjoyable, with smooth frame rates and no hiccups. Editing photos and even cutting short video clips felt fluid, proving the Tab S11 is not just for browsing and streaming but also for real creative work.
The S Pen — our favorite daily tool
Samsung includes the new hexagonal S Pen with the Tab S11, and it’s a joy to use. Latency is virtually zero, and the pen feels natural in the hand, whether we’re jotting quick notes or sketching illustrations.
What stood out most is how versatile the S Pen became in different parts of our day:
In the office, we used it to take handwritten notes during meetings, which were instantly converted into neat, searchable text.
On the go, we annotated PDFs and signed documents, which was faster than opening a laptop.
For creativity, we sketched concepts, and with Drawing Assist, the tablet polished our rough ideas into professional-looking shapes.
It’s more than a stylus — it’s an everyday productivity tool.
Battery that matches our pace
The Tab S11’s 8,400 mAh battery is designed for all-day use, and in our experience, it delivered exactly that. On busy office days, it comfortably lasted through back-to-back meetings, document editing, and video calls. On travel days, it powered us through movies, sketching, and casual gaming, still leaving charge by the end of the night.
When we needed a boost, the 45W fast charging quickly brought it back to usable levels in under an hour — perfect when moving between meetings or during a short airport layover.
Sound and video calls that feel premium
Entertainment is a major highlight here. The quad speakers tuned by AKG delivered spacious, loud, and clear sound. Whether we were watching Netflix as a group or listening to playlists, the Tab S11 easily filled the room with rich audio.
On the productivity side, video calls were smooth and professional. The front-facing camera produced sharp, clear visuals, and the microphones captured our voices naturally, making it ideal for remote work or online classes.
One UI 8 and Galaxy AI — making life easier
Running Android 16 with One UI 8, the Tab S11 puts Galaxy AI front and center. We found features like:
Writing Assist helped polish meeting notes and make them presentable.
Drawing Assist transformed sketches into refined diagrams.
Gemini Live integration offered translations and summaries instantly while we were researching or traveling.
Samsung DeX turned the Tab S11 into a near-laptop when paired with the Book Cover Keyboard, letting us handle emails, presentations, and documents on the go.
These AI-powered features aren’t gimmicks — they genuinely made our day more productive and creative.
How the Tab S11 fit into our week
At work: We replaced our laptop with the Tab S11 for meetings, writing, and research. DeX and the S Pen made the workflow seamless.
While traveling: On flights, it was our movie screen, sketchbook, and note-taking device, all while lasting the entire journey on one charge.
At home: It doubled as a family entertainment hub, delivering theater-like audio and visuals for movie nights.
For creativity: We sketched, brainstormed, and refined concepts, enjoying the fluidity of pen-on-glass interaction.
Final verdict — a tablet for every lifestyle
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 is more than a piece of tech — it’s a lifestyle device that adapts to every part of the day. From work productivity and creative sketching to travel entertainment and family streaming, it handled every task with ease.
Its brilliant AMOLED display, powerful Dimensity processor, included S Pen, Galaxy AI tools, and long-lasting battery make it a standout device in 2025.
If the Ultra model is designed for those who want extremes, the Tab S11 is built for those of us who want balance, versatility, and a perfect fit for daily life. After a week of living with it, we can confidently say this is one of the most complete and satisfying tablets Samsung has ever made.
The Galaxy Tab S11 doesn’t just keep up with our lifestyle — it enhances it.
