We have here to today for those who think tablet a list of “Top 10 comparison between Apple IPad 2 and Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 Tablets “
The battle for market supremacy between the Tablets continues, and it is getting hotter than ever with the introduction of Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 recently. We are well aware that the Apple iPad 2 is market leader with several ground-breaking features and for the most being Apple. However these days the others in the pack are also transforming to be effective competitors gathering momentum to capture the 1st position. However, Apple kept dodging their every move to remain on the top. With this launch by Samsung featuring a novel technology know as Android Honeycomb 3.0, along with other exciting features has given rise to speculation that the Apple competition is finally here.
In case you are planning to go for a tablet here is the list of “Top 10 differences between Apple IPad 2 and Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 Tablets” to evaluate the devices and come to decision on which is better. So with that note let us hop over to Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 vs iPad 2 battle.
10. Display Size.
Both Apple iPad 2 and Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 almost weigh the same, however Samsung Galaxy features a 10.1 inch display over Apple iPad 2’s 9.7 inches.
09. Operating System.
Apple iPad 2 is powered by iOS 4.3 operating system that enhances the browsing and programming experience while Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 has popular Android 3.0 alias Honeycomb that aids efficient multitasking and widgets customization.
08. Storage Options.
Apple iPad 2 leads in this area offering 6GB, 16GB, 32GB memory options over Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1’s, 16GB and 32GB.
07. Battery Timing.
Apple iPad has been known for its extended battery life. However, Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 with Android operating system that has proven it mettle in reduced power consumption might help it turn the table. However, since it’s been just 3 days since Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1’s was revealed there has been no official confirmation on the consumption rate. With Android we expect it to be at least 9 to 10 hours.
06. Camera Performance.
Apple iPad 2 comes with dual camera but Apple has not yet revealed the specification of their cameras in their devices.
Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 sports a dual camera just like Apple iPad 2. While Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 features a 8Mp rear-end camera and a 2MP front camera, the Apple is yet to reveal iPad 2’s camera specifications. Samsung is loaded with a 1080p video capturing and recording feature that has been confirmed to be not available on iPad 2.
05. Screen Resolution.
It is Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 that beats all odds in the screen resolution department. Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 supports 1280×800 screen resolution while Apple iPad 2 has 1024×720 resolution.
04. CPU.
With just a difference in the type of the processors, both Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 and Apple iPad 2 is powered by 1 GHz Dual Core processors. ARM Cortex A9 Processor, PowerVR SGX543MP2 GPU drives Apple iPad while Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 comes with dual-core Tegra 2 Chipset Processor.
03. Memory.
Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 beats Apple iPad by offering a 1GB RAM over Apple iPad 2’s 512MB DDR2 Ram.
02. Apps and Software.
There seems to be confusion when downloading apps to the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 as there is no information from Google Android market classifying apps for Tabs and Honeycomb 3.0. Users end up downloading the wrong ones. However, the Apple market has categorized list of apps for iPad and iPhone that makes the user experience comfortable. In an attempt to rectify it, Samsung is expected to negate this limitation with introduction of Touchwiz UX interface that will consist of L!ve Panel, Social Hub, Mini Apps Tray, Media Hub, Music Hub, and Readers Hub, demands some waiting.
01. Price.
Finally to the most important item in the list, price. Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 which is an Android based device is priced at $829 for a 32GB 3G Wi-Fi model and $599 for a 32GB model. Meanwhile, Apple iPad 2 will cost $599 for basic 32GB Wi-Fi version and $729 for 32 GB Wi-Fi and 3G version.
