Samsung recently launched its foldable tablets, and earlier this year it announced the Galaxy S25 series. However, the company still has some important devices pending for this year. Not only is there the affordable flagship Galaxy S25 FE, but also new tablets for multiple segments. Now we have a sneak peek at the battery details of the Galaxy S25 FE, Galaxy Tab S10 Lite, and the flagship Galaxy Tab S11 series, giving us hard data on what to expect.
The latest bits of information were taken from a recent European Union regulation. More specifically, we are talking about the European Product Registry for Energy Labeling (EPREL). Thanks to the listings, we can know some key details about Samsung’s upcoming devices through official channels (via Sudhanshu Ambhore). A new EU rule requires companies to submit detailed labels on product energy efficiency, battery life, durability, and repairability.
Galaxy S25 FE: A small battery bump and solid durability
According to the new labels, the Galaxy S25 FE offers a slightly better battery life than its predecessor, the S24 FE. The upcoming model is rated for up to 42 hours and 37 minutes on a single charge. It’s a marginal but welcome improvement over the previous model’s 42 hours. This device maintains a strong IP68 rating for dust and water resistance. This is excellent for a “Fan Edition” phone and makes it a reliable choice for everyday use. Its battery is also rated for a solid 2,000 charging cycles, ensuring long-term health.
Galaxy Tab S11 Series: A battery longevity trade-off
The leaks for the premium tablets reveal an interesting trade-off in Samsung’s design philosophy. Both the Galaxy Tab S11 and S11 Ultra show a significant jump in raw battery life—up to 81 hours and nearly 95 hours, respectively, on a single charge. This is a huge leap in daily endurance. However, this impressive gain in battery life appears to come at the cost of long-term battery durability. The new tablets are rated for only 1,200 charging cycles before their capacity drops below 80%. This is a noticeable decrease from the 2,000 cycles of the previous generation.
It seems Samsung is prioritizing immediate, day-to-day power over the battery’s overall longevity. For buyers, this raises an interesting question: is a massive battery that needs replacing sooner a worthwhile trade-off for a tablet that lasts for days on a single charge?
Galaxy Tab S10 Lite: The affodable all-rounder
The new Galaxy Tab S10 Lite also gets its moment in the spotlight. It boasts an impressive battery life of nearly 88 hours on a single charge and retains a durable battery with a rating of 2,000 charging cycles. So, we have another battery longevity champion here. Its durability ratings are a bit lower than the flagship tablet, however. We are talking about an IP42 rating for dust and water resistance. This makes it a great all-rounder for battery life and longevity, but you’ll want to be a bit more careful with it around water than the S25 FE.
According to leaks, Samsung will launch the Galaxy S25 FE in September. Meanwhile, the new Tab series is expected by the end of the year. We’ll likely hear more about it in the coming days as the rumored unveiling draws closer.
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