Samsung Galaxy TabPRO 10.1

“The Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 line has been replaced by the Galaxy Tab Pro 10.1 series. Not much has changed in terms of looks and size, and the build quality remains at a high standard. The biggest differences are surely the WQXGA screen with 2560x1600 pixels and the stronger SoC. Surprisingly, Samsung has decided to offer two processor versions. The well-known Snapdragon 800 quad-core (2.3 GHz per core) powers one, and Samsung's own Exynos 5420 octa-core (1.9 GHz) the other version. Drawbacks of the Exynos model are the unavailable LTE module, and the fact that the SoC cannot play QFHD videos.Fundamentally, both models do not differ much, and a closer look is needed to find differences. The tablets feature high performance and good battery runtime at the same time - this combination is not a matter of course. Fused with a razor-sharp screen, a good camera, and numerous communication interfaces, the new devices of the Galaxy Tab Pro 10.1 line are true all-rounders. The LTE version, based on the Snapdragon 800 SoC, is currently available for 599 Euros (~$828 RRP), and the Exynos version without an LTE module sells for 499 Euros (~$690). Their prices will barely differ from the manufacturer's recommended price since both tablets are new on the market. It is difficult to recommend a specific device. In sum, the battery runtime and performance of the Qualcomm SoC is better, and it comes with an LTE module on top - however, it is also more expensive. Buyers who do not need this wireless module or want to play QFHD videos are very well advised with the Exynos model. Looking closely at the Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 would be worthwhile when 2 cm more are acceptable, and an S-Pen is a useful supplement. It is also available in two SoC versions.”

“The Galaxy Tab Pro 10.1 is now available with a hefty price tag of $499. While you get quite a few extras in the installed software suite, along with added vouchers for various services, the question that will come up for a vast majority of users is whether the price justifies the core experience.And the answer to that question entirely depends on how powerful you want your tablet experience to be. Since the primary reason for picking up a tablet is heavily based on media consumption, the Galaxy Tab Pro 10.1 does provides everything you might need to make that fun experience a reality. In many ways, you get what you pay for, with the high-resolution display and the powerful performance, but on the flip side, it’s a little unfortunate that the software experience is so inconsistent. But then again, that’s something you might have expected from a Samsung device, and if you’re willing to look past it and the high price point, you might just have one of the best 10-inch tablets available in the market today.”

“If you're a big baller with no budget and looking for a premium slate for casual use, the Galaxy Tab Pro 10.1 tablet is a divine device with swift performance, a sleek design, and a stunningly sharp and saturated screen. Just keep in mind that under pressure, it's no pro.”

“Of all the Pro Samsung tablets, the Galaxy TabPro 10.1 is among our favourites. It's just the right scale, is slim and light, yet packs plenty of power in too. Such a pro specification does mean a pro price tag though: £449 to be precise. Given that faux leather build we're not convinced the build quite matches the price. It's also worth noting that for just £1 more you can pick up the Note 10.1, complete with its integrated built-in S Pen stylus, from the official Samsung site. That's the company blanket bombing market strategy muddying things up right there. Even so, the TabPro is a great product. That screen resolution is sublime, battery life is strong, while the fusion of stock Android and Samsung's own Magazine UX assist rather than intrudes. The inclusion of multi-tasking applications, for example, is genuinely useful.”