- Conclusion Get the lowdown
- Features How they compare
- Performance Real world benchmarks
- Differences Technical showdown
- Reviews Word on the street
- Competition Others to consider
- Discussion Answers and opinions
Compare with...
- Google Nexus 10
- Google Nexus 7
- Apple iPad mini
- Apple iPad 1
- Apple iPad 4
- 10.1"
- 16 GB
- WiFi 3G
- Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich
Released April, 2012
Rated 63% by by The Verge (May, 2012)I'm thrilled that Samsung decided its tablets make perfect remote controls, because it's absolutely correct — you probably already have it on your lap, plus it has a big screen, internet connectivity, and all manner of cool apps.
Rated 61% by by The Verge (Apr, 2011)While it’s surprising that RIM would ship the PlayBook without taking advantage of the front camera, in the context of this tablet, it’s sadly par for the course.
Conclusion Which is better for you?
Features Key features of the Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1" compared to the BlackBerry PlayBook
“10.1
Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich
Rated 80% by by SGwizzy (May, 2012)The super thin construction is solid, the speakers are great, it responds quickly, has an IR sensor for TV/Cable control, works with Google Play/Amazon Android Market, has a MicroSD slot for added memory, front facing camera, comes with Android 4.0, and more!
7”
BlackBerry Tablet OS 2.0
Rated 60% by by TrustedReviews (Mar, 2012)Clearly different people have different requirements for a tablet but to our minds the size of this device (shared with devices like the HTC Flyer and Samsung Galaxy Tab) has always been more desirable both for its out-and-about portability and its general round the house ease of use.
screen size
10.1"
7"
Galaxy Tab 2 10.1" by Neil-A-LaBarge (Jun, 2012)Lovely display and a very responsive screen though I have fairly large fingers so I expect it will take some time for me to get precise.
PlayBook by david (Jan, 2012)The Playbook has many positives, including a beautiful sleek design; perfect not too big, not too small, not too heavy size; awesome picture; sensitive screen; and fast processor; however, IT'S GOT NO APPS!!!To give you some perspective on where I'm coming from: I'm a regular guy.
screen resolution
Galaxy Tab 2 10.1" by Antoine-G (Sep, 2012)It aint an Amoled or retina display but if you haven't been using those it won't make much of a difference.
PlayBook by Janet--j-huey (Apr, 2012)Since I focus on more work oriented tasks, the solid professional build quality, the sharp screen resolution, and smoking speed of the Playbook multitasking abilities and is exactly what I'm looking for.
memory
| 0 GB | 1 GB | 1 GB |
camera resolution
| 0 MP | 3 MP | 3 MP |
Galaxy Tab 2 10.1" by c|net (Aug, 2012)Compared with the Tab 10.1, the difference between images and video recorded on the front camera was quickly apparent.
PlayBook by Jared (Apr, 2012)The cameras are excellent, among the best, especially the 2mp for a front camera is going above and beyond.
processor
Galaxy Tab 2 10.1" by The Verge (May, 2012)Like the 7.0, it has solid but unspectacular specs (a 1GHz dual-core processor, 1GB of RAM, 1280 x 800 TFT display, 16GB or 32GB of internal storage, dual cameras), plus Android 4.0, all for a very reasonable $399.99.
PlayBook by Tosotikoga (Feb, 2012)Solid build, great speakers (better than iPad and Lenovo K1 combined), crystal clear display, camera is better than most tablet cameras, quick, quick dual core on Blackberry's homegrown OS.
Performance Real world tests of Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1" vs BlackBerry PlayBook
cpu speed
Galaxy Tab 2 10.1" by Gagan-Kumar (Dec, 2012)pad doesn't even come close to this baby when it comes to features and processor speed.
PlayBook by Rikki79 (Jan, 2013)I purchased the playbook because of past experience with the brand, the perceived quality, nice price, software updates, processor speed, and just a general balance of design and function.
sunspider 0.9.1 benchmark
PlayBook by Arion-K.-Williams (Sep, 2012)It hasta fast processor, front and rear camera with enough megapixels to take great shots, a video recorder, The ability to watch movies and listen to music, and has a great internet browser with flash.
battery life
9 hour
7 hour
Galaxy Tab 2 10.1" by A.-Markus (May, 2012)The device itself looks and feels nice in your hands, even with the plastic back.-Front facing stereo speakers are a nice addition, unlike the other tablets I've seen.-Battery life seems decent so far.
PlayBook by cgeor_ny (Jan, 2012)Great multitasking, plays everything on the web without a hitch, takes great videos which I then play on my big screen TV via the HDMI output, good battery life.
Differences What are the advantages of each
Advantages compared to the BlackBerry PlayBook
| Much bigger screen | 10.1" | vs | 7" |
|---|---|---|---|
| More than 40% bigger screen | |||
| Longer battery life | 9 hour | vs | 7 hour |
| Around 30% longer battery life; surf the web longer without having to plug in | |||
| Supported card formats | microSD | vs | None |
| Supports supported card formats | |||
| Supports 3G | Yes | vs | No |
| Somewhat common; be online anywhere that has cell coverage | |||
| Marginally newer | Apr, 2012 | vs | Apr, 2011 |
| Release date over a year later | |||
| Has an open source operating system | Yes (Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich) | vs | No (BlackBerry Tablet OS 2.0) |
| Somewhat common; Allows you the freedom to use your tablet however you like | |||
| Supports face unlock | Yes (Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich) | vs | No (BlackBerry Tablet OS 2.0) |
| Somewhat common; bypass PIN entry, easier to unlock with one hand | |||
| Supports voice commands | Yes (Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich) | vs | No (BlackBerry Tablet OS 2.0) |
| Somewhat common; Can be operated hands free | |||
| Higher resolution screen | 1280 x 800 | vs | 1024 x 600 |
| Around 70% higher resolution screen | |||
Advantages compared to the Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1"
| Much higher resolution front camera | 3 MP | vs | 0.3 MP |
|---|---|---|---|
| More than 10x higher resolution front camera; Video chat with other people | |||
| Has a gyroscope | Yes | vs | No |
| Somewhat common; Play games and use applications that take advantage of device rotation | |||
| More storage capacity | 32 GB | vs | 16 GB |
| 2x more storage capacity; Holds more music, movies and photos | |||
| Higher resolution rear camera | 5 MP | vs | 3 MP |
| Around 70% higher resolution rear camera; Can be used like a point-and-shoot camera | |||
| Lighter | 425 g | vs | 588 g |
| Around 30% lighter | |||
| Smaller | 194 x 130 x 10 mm | vs | 257 x 175 x 10 mm |
| More than 40% smaller | |||
| Sharper screen | 169 ppi | vs | 149 ppi |
| More than 10% sharper PPI; enjoy photo-realistic, crisp images | |||
Reviews Word on the street
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 | Rated by 372 users at amazon.com Rated 60% by by ss--ss (May, 2012) Rated 100% by by Product-Opinion (May, 2012) Rated 80% by by Eulany (Jan, 2013) | Rated by 721 users at amazon.com Rated 40% by by DANIEL-E.-MCGINNIS (Dec, 2011) Rated 100% by by Sean-Heid (Mar, 2012) | |
size
Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1" 16 GB | Rated 80% by by M.-E.-Ferguson (Aug, 2012)I can effectively do more on my Blackberry with its 3G internet connection, but again who wants to watch video or read a book on a screen the combined size of 4 postage stamps - eye strain!!!There is also incompatibility when trying to interface my tablet device to my Windows XP PC.
Competition What else you should consider
 | 1 | Google Nexus 10 OK operating system |
 | 2 | Google Nexus 7 3-way tie: Most CPU cores |
 | 4 | Apple iPad 1 6-way tie: Supports 3G |
 | 5 | Apple iPad 4 Faster sunspider 0.9.1 benchmark |
 | 6 | Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 2-way tie: Biggest screen |
 | 7 | Sony Xperia Tablet S Higher resolution rear camera |
 | 8 | Asus MeMO Pad Newest on the market |
