Device Size Comparison
Width
The iPad 11th generation is 14.2mm wider than the Galaxy Tab S11.
Height
The Galaxy Tab S11 is 5.2mm taller than the iPad 11th generation.
Weight
The iPad 11th generation is 8g heavier than the Galaxy Tab S11 (1.7%).
Thickness
The iPad 11th generation is 1.5mm thicker than the Galaxy Tab S11.
Smaller body
Galaxy Tab S11
Galaxy Tab S11 (165.3 × 253.8 mm) vs iPad 11th generation (179.5 × 248.6 mm).
Lighter weight
Galaxy Tab S11
Galaxy Tab S11 (469 g) vs iPad 11th generation (477 g), 8 g lighter.
Thinner design
Galaxy Tab S11
Galaxy Tab S11 (5.5 mm) vs iPad 11th generation (7 mm).
Pocketability
Galaxy Tab S11
Galaxy Tab S11 has a smaller overall body size for pocket carry (165.3 × 253.8 × 5.5 mm).
Larger overall size
iPad 11th generation
iPad 11th generation is 14.2 mm wider and 5.2 mm taller than Galaxy Tab S11 (179.5 × 248.6 mm vs 165.3 × 253.8 mm).
| Dimension | Galaxy Tab S11 | iPad 11th generation | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Width | 165.3 mm | 179.5 mm | +14.2 mm |
| Height | 253.8 mm | 248.6 mm | -5.2 mm |
| Thickness | 5.5 mm | 7 mm | +1.5 mm |
| Weight | 469 g | 477 g | +8 g |
Pocket Carry
The Galaxy Tab S11's slimmer edge may slide into jeans or jacket pockets more easily, and the Galaxy Tab S11 has the smaller listed frame for upright storage.
One-Hand Use
The Galaxy Tab S11's narrower face may suit one-handed scrolling, while the iPad 11th generation asks for a wider grip across the display.
Daily Comfort
Listed weight and bulk move together here: the iPad 11th generation is both heavier and larger, which can feel more substantial during routine handheld use.
Travel & Bag Carry
The iPad 11th generation uses more organizer space in a bag or backpack; the Galaxy Tab S11 leaves more room beside cases and chargers.
Who should choose the Galaxy Tab S11?
Choose the Galaxy Tab S11 if lighter listed weight (469g vs 477g), narrower 165.3 mm width (vs 179.5 mm), thinner 5.5 mm profile (vs 7 mm), and smaller width × height footprint (165.3 × 253.8 mm vs 179.5 × 248.6 mm) matter most to you, even though it also has taller 253.8 mm frame (vs 248.6 mm) compared with the iPad 11th generation.
Who should choose the iPad 11th generation?
Choose the iPad 11th generation if shorter 248.6 mm height (vs 253.8 mm) matter most to you, even though it also has higher listed weight (477g vs 469g), wider 179.5 mm body (vs 165.3 mm), thicker 7 mm edge (vs 5.5 mm), and larger overall footprint (179.5 × 248.6 mm vs 165.3 × 253.8 mm) compared with the Galaxy Tab S11.
Overall recommendation
Overall, the Galaxy Tab S11 is the more compact pick on listed size, and the iPad 11th generation is the larger option for buyers who want more physical presence from the official dimensions alone.
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