# Samsung Fully Embraces MediaTek for Galaxy Tab S10 Devices
Samsung has officially launched its newest premium Android tablets, the **Galaxy Tab S10 Plus** and **Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra**, indicating a notable pivot in its hardware approach. In a surprising development, Samsung has chosen to replace Qualcomm’s Snapdragon chipsets with **MediaTek’s Dimensity 9300 Plus** in both variants, heralding a fresh chapter for the Galaxy Tab series. This choice is anticipated to deliver significant performance enhancements, particularly in AI-related tasks, while still providing the high-end features that customers expect from Samsung’s top-tier tablets.
## Essential Information
– **Models Available**: The Galaxy Tab S10 Plus and S10 Ultra are the sole models introduced, with the standard 11-inch version absent from this year’s offerings.
– **Prices**: The pricing remains consistent with last year’s Tab S9 series—$1,000 for the Plus and $1,200 for the Ultra.
– **Screen**: Both tablets come with OLED displays, with the Plus featuring a 12.4-inch display and the Ultra sporting a large 14.6-inch screen.
– **Processor**: Samsung has transitioned to **MediaTek Dimensity 9300 Plus**, promising a 10% improvement in AI processing capabilities.
– **Preorders and Launch**: Preorders commenced on September 26, with the official launch scheduled for October 3.
## Design and Display: Recognizable Yet Enhanced
The new Galaxy Tab S10 series builds on the design style of last year’s **Galaxy Tab S9** series, with subtle alterations to the overall appearance and feel. Both the **Tab S10 Plus** and **Tab S10 Ultra** incorporate **OLED displays** featuring high resolutions and **120Hz refresh rates** for fluid visuals.
– **Galaxy Tab S10 Plus**: 12.4-inch display with a resolution of **2800 x 1752**.
– **Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra**: 14.6-inch display with a resolution of **2960 x 1848**.
These OLED screens promise rich colors, deep blacks, and an engaging viewing experience, ideal for productivity and leisure.
## MediaTek Dimensity 9300 Plus: A Revolutionary Update for Samsung Tablets
Possibly the most transformative aspect of this year’s Galaxy Tab S10 lineup is the shift from Qualcomm’s Snapdragon processors to the **MediaTek Dimensity 9300 Plus** chipset. This marks a significant change for Samsung, which has typically depended on Snapdragon chips for its flagship tablets.
### Notable Attributes of the Dimensity 9300 Plus:
– **AI Capabilities**: The Dimensity 9300 Plus provides a **10% enhancement in AI tasks**, thanks to its **four-core APU** and **MediaTek NeuroPilot Speculative Decode Acceleration**. This technology enables the chipset to manage large language models (LLMs) with up to **seven billion parameters**, processing **22 tokens per second**—a performance that MediaTek asserts is **twice as efficient** as competing chipsets.
– **CPU and GPU Improvements**: Samsung claims that the **Tab S10 Ultra** experiences an **18% increase in CPU performance**, a **28% rise in GPU power**, and a **14% gain in NPU (Neural Processing Unit) efficiency** compared to its predecessor.
– **Advanced AI Features**: The chipset’s AI capabilities further enhance the tablet’s **Galaxy AI** features, which include functionalities such as **Circle to Search**, **Note Assist**, **Drawing Assist**, and **Sketch to Image**. Coupled with the **AI Key** on the Book Cover Keyboard, these features simplify customization of your AI assistant with straightforward prompts.
## Battery and Charging: Energy to Complement the Performance
With larger displays come larger batteries. The **Galaxy Tab S10 Plus** is fitted with a **10,090mAh battery**, whereas the **Ultra** model has an even more robust **11,200mAh battery**. Both devices support **45W fast charging**, allowing users to rapidly recharge their devices and resume work or entertainment.
## Camera Functions: Emphasis on Versatility
The camera configurations on the Galaxy Tab S10 series are tailored to accommodate a range of use cases, from video conferencing to content generation.
– **Galaxy Tab S10 Plus**: Includes a **12MP front ultrawide camera** for selfies and video calls, along with a **13MP rear camera** and an **8MP ultrawide** sensor on the back.
– **Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra**: Features an additional **12MP front camera**, providing even more versatile options for video conferencing and photography.
While tablets are typically not recognized for their camera capabilities, these configurations should be more than adequate for the majority of users’ requirements.
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