When comparing Google Pixel C vs Samsung Galaxy Tab S3, the Slant community recommends Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 for most people. In the question“What are the best 10" tablets around $650?” Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 is ranked 3rd while Google Pixel C is ranked 4th. The most important reason people chose Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 is:
This tablet is quite fast and responsive. A quad-core Snapdragon 820 processor and 4 GB of RAM make it suitable for video streaming and gaming.
Specs
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Pros
Pro Super high resolution display
2560x1800 is the resolution, and it works out to 308PPI (pixels per inch). Text will look super crisp, and you'll barely be able to see individual pixels even if it's an inch away from your face.
Pro Optional keyboard accessory
The keyboard can also act as a tablet stand, and doubles as a screen protector when not in use. It connects through bluetooth, and attaches to the tablet via magnets. When you aren't using it, just place it on the screen (keys facing in) and magnets will hold it in place, protecting the tablet's screen. While it's closed like this, the tablet will wirelessly charge the keyboard, meaning you don't ever have to worry about the keyboard's battery (it should last up to 3 months even if you never let it charge). It's a bit pricey at $150 extra on top of the tablet, but it's an option you have.
Pro Clean, quickly updated software
Pixel C runs software made entirely by Google - known as Stock Android. This software performs quick, and doesn't include any bloatware. It is also promised to be one of the first to get Android N this fall, as well as the next release next year (and very likely one more major update before support ends).
Pro Future-ready charging port
USB Type C is the new charging/data transfer standard that has just begun rolling out in 2015. It offers faster data transfer speeds, and a reversible port as well as a more durable connector. It should stick around for the next 5-10 years.
Pro Amazing battery life
For web browsing, you can expect the Pixel C to last longer than 13 hours. Local media playback will last 13h30m, and during a stress test it managed to last 5 hours. All of these results place the Pixel C at the top of the battery life charts.
Pro The performance is great
This tablet is quite fast and responsive. A quad-core Snapdragon 820 processor and 4 GB of RAM make it suitable for video streaming and gaming.
Pro It's a good alternative to carrying your laptop everywhere
While the Galaxy Tab S3 is not as powerful as a typical laptop with comparable price, it has decent specs, a keyboard (sold separately), and a stylus that make it a quite capable workstation. Of course, it won't be able to replace your normal computer completely, but it will suffice to get some work done in a coffee shop.
Pro The image quality is excellent
The Galaxy Tab S3 has one of the best displays on the market. It's a Super AMOLED screen with a high resolution -
2048 x 1536, that provides a very sharp image even in direct sunlight and works great for watching videos, gaming, and reading. The HDR technology makes it great for watching films because you can see every small detail, even if the action happens in the dark.
Cons
Con New charging port
Old micro USB cables will not work with this device, meaning if you lose or break your cable you will need to buy a new one instead of using an old cable you had lying around. If you need to top up your phone away from home, it will be much harder to find a suitable cable initially.
Con Some performance issues
Despite having a very powerful Tegra X1 processor, the Pixel C can studder and suffers from occasional slowdowns. These issues can probably be solved in future software updates, but are still cons for now.
Con Lack of utility software (for now...)
Most tablets have a version of split-screen: a feature which lets you have two apps open at the same time. The Pixel C doesn't have this yet, but it is included in the Android version N developer preview which is expected to release late 2016.
Con Heavily modified software
Samsung's modifications to Android 7 mean updates are rare and apps you may have no use for are preinstalled.
Con It's quite pricey
The tablet with a stylus will cost you around $550. The price increases to about $620 if you include the cover with a physical keyboard. It's a pretty hefty investment for a tablet since you could get a pretty decent laptop for the same amount.
