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Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra
Category: Tablet computer • Model / Gen: Galaxy Tab S9 series SM-X910 (Wi‑Fi), SM-X916B (5G)
Release Date: 2023-07-26 • Status: End of sale
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Security Evaluation
1. Device Security
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Value
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Proof
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Comment
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| Known hardware tampering
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Rare
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[[1](https://www.samsungknox.com/en) [2](https://news.halabtech.com/samsung-samsung-galaxy-tab-s9-ultra-5g-sm-x916b-chimera-ar-2026-03/) 🔗 Proof]
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Knox bootloader lock restricts hardware modification; tampering tools exist but not widespread for this tablet
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| Known vulnerabilities
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Rare
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🔗 Proof
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Minor periodic SVE vulnerabilities patched in monthly Samsung SMR bulletins; no critical unpatched zero-days specific to Tab S9 Ultra
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| Prior attacks
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Rare
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🔗 Proof
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No publicly documented targeted attacks or mass exploits focused specifically on the Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra model
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| Updatability
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Very common
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🔗 Proof
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Officially guaranteed 4 Android OS generations + 5 years of regular security patches, frequent SMR releases
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Score: 2 / 3
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2. System Security
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Value
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Proof
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| Authentication with other systems
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Full
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🔗 Proof
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Supports SSO, Knox authentication, Samsung account sync; not fully seamless universal cross-system authentication
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| Communications
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Encrypted with up-to-date encryption
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🔗 Proof
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Wi‑Fi 6E (WPA3), Bluetooth 5.3, TLS 1.3; modern current-generation transport encryption
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| Storage
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Encrypted with up-to-date encryption
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🔗 Proof
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Default AES‑256‑XTS File-Based Encryption (FBE), hardware-backed via Knox TEE
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Score: 1 / 3
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3. User Authentication
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Value
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Proof
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Comment
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| Account management
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Full
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🔗 Proof
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Supports fingerprint, face recognition, PIN, pattern, password; fully enforced lockscreen authentication
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| Authentication
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Secure
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🔗 Proof
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Hardware-backed biometrics within Knox TEE, strong secure authentication
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| Brute-force protection
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Exist
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🔗 Proof
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Enforced re-authentication after timeout, after restart, and every 72 hours for biometrics
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| Event logging
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Access event logged
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🔗 Proof
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Knox audit log records login, unlock and authentication access events
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| Passwords
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Require change after setup with complexity requirements
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🔗 Proof
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Admin policies enforce password complexity rules and forced password rotation
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Score: 1 / 3
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Technical Specifications
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Details
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| Operating System & App
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Android 13 (One UI 5.1) (Companion App: Samsung Flow, Samsung Notes)
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| Hardware (CPU / GPU)
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CPU: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy (Octa-core) • GPU: Qualcomm Adreno 740
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| Memory & Storage
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Memory: 12 GB / 16 GB LPDDR5X RAM • Storage: 256 GB / 512 GB / 1 TB UFS 4.0; microSD expandable up to 1 TB
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| Power, Battery & Charging
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Battery: 11200 mAh (typical) • Power: USB-C power output up to 15 W reverse charging • Charging: 45 W Fast Charging 2.0
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| Display & Camera
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Display: 14.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 2960 × 1848, 120 Hz, HDR10+ • Camera: Rear: 13 MP main + 8 MP ultra-wide; Front: 12 MP main + 12 MP ultra-wide
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| Sound & Connectivity
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Sound: Quad AKG-tuned speakers, Dolby Atmos • Connectivity: Wi‑Fi 6E (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax), Bluetooth 5.3, USB 3.2 Gen 1; 5G option available
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| Physical (Dimensions & Mass)
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Dimensions: 208.6 × 326.4 × 5.5 mm • Mass: 732 g
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra is a premium Android tablet protected by Samsung Knox. It uses modern storage and communication encryption, secure hardware-backed authentication, and supports long‑term security updates. Tampering is rare, with few vulnerabilities and no documented targeted attacks. It supports audit logging and configurable enterprise password policies.
