Is the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE worth it for notes and movies?

Short answer: yes — if your priorities are notes, PDFs, and movies, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE is a sensible buy.

Typical new price: about $450–$600 for the Tab S10 FE, depending on storage, Wi‑Fi vs. cellular, and bundle promos. The older Tab S9 FE is usually the better value when discounted at about $300–$450. If you’re comparing to the iPad Air (M2), expect roughly $550–$800+ once you factor in accessories.

For your use case, the Tab S10 FE makes sense because Samsung’s S Pen support is excellent for handwriting and annotating, and the widescreen format is good for streaming movies. The main downside is that it’s not an OLED tablet, so black levels and contrast won’t be as rich as on pricier displays.

Price caveat: pricing changes a lot with sales and bundles, so check sold/completed listings and current retailer promos before buying.