The charging speed of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 series, including the Tab S10+ and Tab S10 Ultra, is set at 45W, which is the same as its predecessor, the Galaxy Tab S9 series[1][5][9]. This means that the tablets support a charging speed of 10V and 4.5A, but they do not come with a charger, requiring users to purchase a compatible USB-PD charger[5].
In contrast, the Apple iPad Pro models, such as the 11-inch and 13-inch versions, typically support charging speeds between 20W and 30W. While Apple does not officially specify the charging speed, tests have shown that the iPad Pro can reach up to about 33W under certain conditions[2][6]. The iPad Pro often comes with a 20W charger, which is sufficient for most users but slower than the Galaxy Tab S10's 45W capability[4][6].
Overall, the Galaxy Tab S10 series offers faster charging compared to the iPad Pro, which might be beneficial for users needing quicker battery replenishment. However, the actual charging time may not differ significantly due to the larger battery capacity in the Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra, which requires more power to fully charge[4]. Despite the faster charging speed, the Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra's larger battery means it still takes more than two and a half hours to fully charge[4].
In terms of battery capacity, the Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra has a larger battery at 11,200mAh compared to the iPad Pro's 10,290mAh for the 13-inch model and 8,340mAh for the 11-inch model[3][4]. This larger battery contributes to longer battery life in the Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra, especially with moderate usage[4].
Citations:[1] https://www.sammobile.com/news/galaxy-tab-s10-fast-charging-speed-leak/
[2] https://www.reddit.com/r/iPadPro/comments/17necca/max_watt_fast_charging_for_ipad_pro_11inch_4th_gen/
[3] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TB020rZHpbE
[4] https://www.digitaltrends.com/mobile/samsung-galaxy-tab-s10-ultra-vs-apple-ipad-pro/
[5] https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_tab_s10_and_tab_s10_ultra_visit_the_3c_confirm_45w_charging_speed-news-64181.php
[6] https://www.phonearena.com/news/ipad-pro-2024-battery-charging_id156240
[7] https://nanoreview.net/en/tablet-compare/samsung-galaxy-tab-s10-vs-apple-ipad-pro-11-5th-gen-2024
[8] https://nanoreview.net/en/tablet-compare/samsung-galaxy-tab-s10-ultra-vs-apple-ipad-pro-13-7th-gen-2024
[9] https://sammyguru.com/galaxy-tab-s10-series-doesnt-get-a-charging-speed-boost/
[10] https://www.androidpolice.com/samsung-galaxy-tab-s10-ultra-vs-apple-ipad-pro-2024/