Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra 512GB vs Honor MagicPad3 512GB: which one suits you?

The two differ in 10 of the specs we have recorded, and the Honor MagicPad3 512GB is cheaper by SAR 3,050 (prices checked 12 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • Larger screen size: 14.6 in vs 13.3 in · slight difference
  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 3,050
  • More memory for multitasking (16 GB vs 12 GB)
  • Larger screen refresh rate: 165 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • Bigger battery for longer sessions (12,450 mAh vs 11,200 mAh) · slight difference

The deciding difference here: memory (RAM) and screen refresh rate and price.

Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.

Key differences

  • Screen size

    ✓ 14.6 in13.3 in
  • Memory (RAM)

    12 GB✓ 16 GB
  • Display type

    Dynamic AMOLED 2XLCD

Specifications side by side

18 of 18 specs

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Spec
SamsungSAR 6,550
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra 512GB specs
HonorSAR 3,500
Honor MagicPad3 512GB specs
Reference priceSAR 6,550SAR 3,500
Screen size✓ 14.6 in13.3 in
Memory (RAM)12 GB✓ 16 GB
ProcessorSnapdragon 8 Gen 2Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
Battery capacity11,200 mAh✓ 12,450 mAh
Stylus supportYes—
Cellular (SIM)No—
Storage512 GB512 GB

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in screen size between the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra 512GB and the Honor MagicPad3 512GB?

Screen size is higher on the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra 512GB: 14.6 in vs 13.3 in on the Honor MagicPad3 512GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in processor between the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra 512GB and the Honor MagicPad3 512GB?

Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra 512GB: Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; Honor MagicPad3 512GB: Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.

What is the difference in storage between the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra 512GB and the Honor MagicPad3 512GB?

No difference here: storage is 512 GB on both.

What is the difference in memory (RAM) between the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra 512GB and the Honor MagicPad3 512GB?

Memory (RAM) is higher on the Honor MagicPad3 512GB: 16 GB vs 12 GB on the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra 512GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.