Premium tablets have never been more capable. The iPad Pro M4 and Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra are both exceptional devices — but they serve different types of users. Here’s how they compare across every metric that matters.
Display
The iPad Pro M4 wins with its Ultra Retina XDR OLED display — tandem OLED technology means it achieves 1000 nits sustained brightness (2000 nits peak) with perfect blacks. The Tab S10 Ultra’s Dynamic AMOLED 2X is excellent, but the iPad’s display is among the best ever put in a consumer device.
Performance
Apple’s M4 chip is significantly more powerful than the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 in the Tab S10 Ultra. CPU-heavy tasks, video editing, and machine learning workloads run noticeably faster on the iPad. For most tablet users, though, both chips are more than sufficient for daily tasks.
Software & Ecosystem
This is where the tablets diverge most sharply. iPadOS with Apple Pencil Pro and the Magic Keyboard makes the iPad a genuine laptop replacement. Samsung’s DeX mode offers desktop-class multitasking on Android, and the S Pen integration is deeply thoughtful. If you’re in Google’s ecosystem, the Tab wins; Apple users will prefer the iPad.
Cameras & Extras
The Tab S10 Ultra has a unique dual front-facing camera setup with an ultrawide lens — perfect for video calls. The iPad Pro’s front camera supports Face ID and ProRes video recording — ideal for creative professionals.
Verdict
Buy the iPad Pro M4 if you want the best display, most powerful chip, and deepest software optimization. Buy the Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra if you prefer Android, want a built-in S Pen included, and value the dual front cameras.