The A9 Plus offers an 11-inch display with a smooth 90Hz refresh rate, a rare feature at this price and definitely something you won't find on an entry-level iPad. It has a 5-megapixel front camera, an 8-megapixel rear camera and comes with a 7,040 mAh battery. The Wi-Fi version comes with 4 GB RAM / 64 GB storage or 8 GB RAM / 128 GB storage; the 5G version is only offered in the 4GB/64GB configuration.
At under $300, it's an attractive deal on paper, but the A-series tablet misses out on a couple of notable features: S Pen stylus support and an IP rating for water and dust resistance. You'll have to upgrade to the Tab S9 series, which starts at $449, if you want any of those things.
There is one more thing that the A series is missing: color. The A9 Plus is available in navy blue, graphite or silver. If you're looking for mint or lavender, well, you will have to pay.
