Apple iPad Pro M4 13-inch vs Samsung Galaxy Tab S8+
The Verdict
Apple's iPad Pro M4 13-inch delivers cutting-edge performance with its revolutionary Tandem OLED display featuring 120Hz ProMotion and XDR brightness, paired with the powerful M4 chip. Samsung's Galaxy Tab S8+ offers exceptional value at $400 less, featuring a vibrant 120Hz Super AMOLED screen, included S Pen, microSD expansion up to 1TB, and longer battery life (13 hours vs 10). Both tablets excel in their respective ecosystems,iPadOS optimizes for creative professionals with superior app selection, while One UI provides deeper Android customization and file management. For pure display technology and raw performance, the iPad Pro edges ahead with its brighter, more advanced panel and faster processor. However, Galaxy Tab S8+ wins on practical value, battery endurance, and expandable storage. Choose the iPad Pro if creative work and premium specs justify the premium; select the Galaxy Tab S8+ for better overall value and longer daily battery life.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Apple iPad Pro M4 13-inch if…
- →Stunning Tandem OLED display with deep blacks and 1600 nits HDR peak
- →Incredibly thin and light for a 13-inch tablet at just 5.1mm
- →Blazing-fast Apple M4 chip rivals many laptops
Buy the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8+ if…
- →12.4" Super AMOLED display with vivid colors and deep blacks
- →S Pen included for notes, drawing, and navigation
- →MicroSD expansion up to 1 TB for massive media libraries
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Apple iPad Pro M4 13-inch
Pros
- Stunning Tandem OLED display with deep blacks and 1600 nits HDR peak
- Incredibly thin and light for a 13-inch tablet at just 5.1mm
- Blazing-fast Apple M4 chip rivals many laptops
- Thunderbolt / USB 4 supports external displays and fast accessories
- Supports the new Apple Pencil Pro with haptics and squeeze gestures
Cons
- Very expensive, especially with Magic Keyboard and Pencil Pro
- iPadOS still limits true desktop-class workflows
- No headphone jack
- Storage is not user-expandable
Samsung Galaxy Tab S8+
Pros
- 12.4" Super AMOLED display with vivid colors and deep blacks
- S Pen included for notes, drawing, and navigation
- MicroSD expansion up to 1 TB for massive media libraries
- In-display fingerprint sensor for seamless unlocking
- Samsung DeX for desktop-mode productivity
Cons
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 throttles under heavy sustained workloads
- Android tablet apps remain inconsistent compared to iPadOS
- $899 starting price competes with laptops
- No headphone jack on this model
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple iPad Pro M4 13-inch | Samsung Galaxy Tab S8+ |
|---|---|---|
| Software | iPadOS 17 | Android 12 (One UI 4.1, upgradable to One UI 6+) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 579 g (Wi-Fi) | 567 g (Wi-Fi) |
| Dimensions | 281.6 x 215.5 x 5.1 mm | 285 x 185 x 5.7 mm |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 10 hours web on Wi-Fi | Up to 13 hours video playback |
| Capacity | — | 10090 mAh |
| Cameras | ||
| Rear | 12 MP wide | — |
| Front camera | 12 MP ultrawide (landscape) | — |
| Display | ||
| Size | 13 inches | 12.4 inches |
| Type | Tandem OLED Ultra Retina XDR | Super AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2752 x 2064 | 2800 x 1752 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz ProMotion | 120Hz |
| Storage | ||
| Storage options | 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 8 GB (256GB/512GB) / 16 GB (1TB/2TB) | 8 GB |
| Chipset | Apple M4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (Octa-core, Adreno 730) |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Thunderbolt / USB 4 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Cellular | ||
| Stylus Support | ||
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This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
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