Apple iPad 4 (4G 32GB) vs Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 (GT-N8000 32GB)

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Side by side comparison between Apple iPad 4 vs Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 tablets, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

1/15/2014 12:36 PM, updated: 10/28/2021 10:41 AM

Compare Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 X Apple iPad 4 (4G 32GB) 13Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

9.7"
IPS

1536x2048

5
MP

1.2mp

1GB
RAM

Dual-core

11560
mAh

(Non removable)

10Points Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 (GT-N8000 32GB) Compare Apple iPad 4 X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

10.1"
PLS

800x1280

5
MP

2mp

2GB
RAM

Quad-core

7000
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better tablet? Apple iPad 4 (4G 32GB)

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13 Advantages Apple iPad 4 (4G 32GB)	vs	10 Advantages Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 (GT-N8000 32GB)
+eMMC 4.5Advantage Fastest write and read storage.	vs	eMMC 4.41
+Aluminum body, glass frontAdvantage More resistant material	vs	Plastic body, glass front
+TFT LED-Backlit IPS LCDAdvantage TFT LED-Backlit IPS LCD display is brighter and more vivid	vs	TFT PLS
+1536x2048 pixels2 times Higher resolution screen	vs	800x1280 pixels
+264 PPI77% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)	vs	149 PPI
+BSI sensorAdvantage The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness	vs	Not supported
+HDR photo only main cameraAdvantage The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas	vs	Not supported
+Full HD (1920x1080)125% More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera	vs	HD (1280x720)
+4G LTEAdvantage The 4G LTE network is newer and faster	vs	3G+ HSPA+
+(4G LTE) 100 Mbps4 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files	vs	(3G+ HSPA+) 21 Mbps
+11560 mAh65% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use	vs	7000 mAh
+DLNAAdvantage With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.	vs	Not supported
+Scratch-resistant glassAdvantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys	vs	Not supported
1.4GHz 32bit Dual-core (32nm)	vs	+1.4GHz 32bit Quad-core4% More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
1GB LPDDR2	vs	+2GB LPDDR2100% More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
Not supported	vs	+Until 64GB microSD, microSDXCAdvantage More external storage for files using memory cards
662 grams (23.17 ounces)	vs	+600 grams (21 ounces)10% Lighter
9.4 millimeters (0.37 inches)	vs	+8.9 millimeters (0.35 inches)6% Thinner
9.7"	vs	+10.1"4% Larger screen
Not supported	vs	+LED flashAdvantage The LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
(front) 1.2MP	vs	+(front) 2MP56% Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
2300000 apps (App Store)	vs	+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)52% More apps available to download and use
Not supported	vs	+Vibrating alertAdvantage The vibration of the device aids in the use of several features

24 Common items in both devices

32GB (26GB available) / 32GB (28GB available)

60Hz

16 million

(back) 5MP

Only digital zoom

Autofocus

EIS: Digital stabilization

+17 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features
	iPad 4 (4G 32GB)	Galaxy Note 10.1 (GT-N8000 32GB)
Change model		Choose the model
Model	iPad 4 (4G 32GB)	Galaxy Note 10.1 (GT-N8000 32GB)
Other model names	iPad 4 A1459 (4G LTE), A1460 (CDMA)	Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 3G N8000, Galaxy Note 800
Country or region available	(Global, International)	(Global, International)
Brand	Apple	Samsung
Release date	11/2/2012, Announced: 10/1/2012	8/16/2012
Depth	9.4 millimeters (0.37 inches)	8.9 millimeters (0.35 inches)
Size (width x height)	185.7 x 241.2 millimeters (7.31 x 9.5 in)	180 x 262 millimeters (7.09 x 10.31 in)
Weight	662 grams (23.17 ounces)	600 grams (21 ounces)
Build, materials	Aluminum body, glass front	Plastic body, glass front
Protection against water and others	Not supported	Not supported
📲 Display
	iPad 4 (4G 32GB)	Galaxy Note 10.1 (GT-N8000 32GB)
Display type	TFT LED-Backlit IPS LCD	TFT PLS
Screen size	9.7" inches	10.1" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~65.1% (screen-to-body ratio)	~62.7% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	1536x2048 pixels (4:3)	800x1280 pixels (16:10)
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch	Capacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)	264 PPI	149 PPI
Colors	16 million	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Scratch-resistant glass	Not supported
Refresh rate	60Hz	60Hz
Display features	Not supported	Not supported
🤖 Operating System
	iPad 4 (4G 32GB)	Galaxy Note 10.1 (GT-N8000 32GB)
System version	iOS 6.0	Android 4.0.3 Ice Cream Sandwich ICS
Firmware update	iOS 10	Android 4.4.2 KitKat
User Interface	feature not registered	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	iPad 4 (4G 32GB)	Galaxy Note 10.1 (GT-N8000 32GB)
Chipset	32bit: Apple A6X (32nm)	32bit: Samsung Exynos 4 Quad 4412 (32nm)
CPU	Dual-core, 1 processor: 2x 1.4GHz Swift (Dual-core)	Quad-core, 1 processor: 4x 1.4GHz ARM Cortex-A9 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controller	PowerVR SGX543 (4-core, 300MHz)	ARM Mali-400 MP4
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	iPad 4 (4G 32GB)	Galaxy Note 10.1 (GT-N8000 32GB)
RAM memory	1GB LPDDR2	2GB LPDDR2
Internal storage	32GB (26GB available) eMMC 4.5	32GB (28GB available) eMMC 4.41
External storage	Not supported	Until 64GB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot)
📶 Mobile networks
	iPad 4 (4G 32GB)	Galaxy Note 10.1 (GT-N8000 32GB)
Dual-SIM	Not supported	Not supported
SIM card	1 slot (Single-SIM) micro-SIM (3FF)	1 slot (Single-SIM) Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	100/50 Mbps	21/5.76 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G, 4G	2G, 3G
Frequency, bands	Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz band	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900, A1460 version: CDMA 800/1900/2100	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	A1459 version: UMTS 850/900/1900/2100 A1460 version: CDMA2000 1xEV-DO UMTS 850/900/1900/2100	UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	LTE Cat3 A1459 version: LTE (Bands 4, 17) A1460 version: LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 5, 13)	Not supported
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+
Secondary 2G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary 3G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary data network	Not supported	Not supported
📷 Camera
	iPad 4 (4G 32GB)	Galaxy Note 10.1 (GT-N8000 32GB)
Back camera (main camera)	5 megapixels	5 megapixels
Main camera resolution	2592x1944 pixels	2592x1944 pixels
Video recording (primary)	Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps	HD (1280x720) 30 fps
Flash	Not supported	LED flash
Focal aperture	f/2.4 (aperture)	feature not registered
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Pixel size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Autofocus	Autofocus	Autofocus
Touch focus	Supported	Supported
Image stabilization	EIS: Digital stabilization	EIS: Digital stabilization
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection
BSI sensor	Supported	Not supported
HDR	HDR photo only main camera	Not supported
Camera extras	feature not registered	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	iPad 4 (4G 32GB)	Galaxy Note 10.1 (GT-N8000 32GB)
Front camera (secondary)	1.2 megapixels	2 megapixels
Front camera resolution	1280x960 pixels	1600x1200 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	HD (1280x720)	HD (1280x720)
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	feature not registered	feature not registered
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Pixel size	feature not registered	feature not registered
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	iPad 4 (4G 32GB)	Galaxy Note 10.1 (GT-N8000 32GB)
Loudspeaker	Supported	Supported
Active noise cancellation	Not supported	Not supported
Radio	Not supported	Not supported
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.264, MOV	MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, eAAC+	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC
🔌 Connectivity
	iPad 4 (4G 32GB)	Galaxy Note 10.1 (GT-N8000 32GB)
USB	USB 2.0 proprietary connector	USB 2.0 proprietary connector
Audio output	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack
TV output	Proprietary TV-out	Micro-B USB MHL
Bluetooth	4.0 + A2DP	4.0 + A2DP
WiFi	802.11 a/b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz, 5GHz)	802.11 a/b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNA	Supported	Not supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS
NFC	Not supported	Not supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Supported
🧭 Sensors
	iPad 4 (4G 32GB)	Galaxy Note 10.1 (GT-N8000 32GB)
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Gyroscope	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Gyroscope
Vibrating alert	Not supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	iPad 4 (4G 32GB)	Galaxy Note 10.1 (GT-N8000 32GB)
Battery type	LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
Battery capacity	11560 mAh	7000 mAh
Charger, watts	Wired charging	10W (5V/2A) Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	Not supported	Not supported
Talk time autonomy	10 hours	33 hours (1.4 days)
Standby	720 hours (30 days)	1500 hours (62.5 days)
➕ Other features
	iPad 4 (4G 32GB)	Galaxy Note 10.1 (GT-N8000 32GB)
Call control	Voice recorder	Voice dialing, Voice recorder
Messaging	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail	SMS (Swype), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Supported	Supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic and customized
Web browser	HTML, XHTML, HTML5	HTML, XHTML, HTML5, Flash player
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Black, White • Retina display • Oleophobic coating • iCloud service • FaceTime HD	• Colors: Black, White on silver • Samsung TouchWiz UI • S Pen Stylus • Adobe Photoshop Touch app • Java framework
☢️ Radiation rate
	iPad 4 (4G 32GB)	Galaxy Note 10.1 (GT-N8000 32GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	feature not registered	1.1W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	feature not registered	feature not registered

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Apple iPad 4 (4G 32GB) vs Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 (GT-N8000 32GB)

Side by side comparison between Apple iPad 4 vs Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 tablets, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

What's the better tablet? Apple iPad 4 (4G 32GB)

📱 Model features

📲 Display

🤖 Operating System

⚙️ Processor

💽 Memory and storage

📶 Mobile networks

📷 Camera

📸 Front camera

🔉 Sound and multimedia

🔌 Connectivity

🧭 Sensors

🔋 Battery

➕ Other features

☢️ Radiation rate