Lenovo Tab P11 (2nd Gen) vs Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 (2022)
The Verdict
Both tablets compete at the $229 price point with distinct strengths. Lenovo Tab P11 Gen 2 features a larger 11.5-inch display with 120Hz refresh rate and superior MediaTek Helio G99 performance, making it better for content consumption and gaming. It includes stylus support and higher RAM options (up to 6GB). Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 offers exceptional battery life at 13 hours, comes with more storage variants, includes cellular connectivity, and provides longer software support through Android 14 upgrades. The Galaxy Tab A8 is slimmer and lighter at 6.9mm and 508g. For productivity and media, the Lenovo excels; for battery longevity and connectivity flexibility, Samsung wins. Choose Lenovo if performance and display quality matter most; choose Samsung if battery life and long-term software updates are priorities.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Lenovo Tab P11 (2nd Gen) if…
- →120Hz display is very smooth for scrolling and media at this price
- →Optional stylus and keyboard accessories for productivity
- →MicroSD card expansion for additional storage
Buy the Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 (2022) if…
- →Affordable price makes it a solid family and kids' tablet
- →10.5" display is spacious for media consumption and web browsing
- →Quad stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos deliver good audio
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Lenovo Tab P11 (2nd Gen)
Pros
- 120Hz display is very smooth for scrolling and media at this price
- Optional stylus and keyboard accessories for productivity
- MicroSD card expansion for additional storage
- Quad speakers with Dolby Atmos for good audio
- Lightweight at 520 g for comfortable handheld use
Cons
- Helio G99 is a low-power chip — struggles with heavy apps
- 4 GB base RAM is tight for multitasking
- IPS LCD has limited contrast compared to AMOLED options
- USB-C 2.0 limits data transfer speeds
- Camera quality is poor for anything beyond video calls
Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 (2022)
Pros
- Affordable price makes it a solid family and kids' tablet
- 10.5" display is spacious for media consumption and web browsing
- Quad stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos deliver good audio
- MicroSD expansion for budget storage flexibility
- Decent 7040 mAh battery lasts a full day of light use
Cons
- Unisoc chipset struggles with demanding apps and games
- 1920x1200 TFT display is dull compared to higher-end tablets
- 3 GB RAM base model stutters with multitasking
- 60Hz and no stylus support limit creative use
- Slow charging at 15W
Full Specifications
| Spec | Lenovo Tab P11 (2nd Gen) | Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 13 | Android 11 (One UI 3.1, upgradable to Android 14) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 520 g | 508 g |
| Dimensions | 269.6 x 173.9 x 7.45 mm | 246.8 x 161.9 x 6.9 mm |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 10 hours | Up to 13 hours video playback |
| Capacity | 7700 mAh | 7040 mAh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 11.5 inches | 10.5 inches |
| Type | IPS LCD | TFT LCD |
| Resolution | 2000 x 1200 | 1920 x 1200 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 60Hz |
| Storage | ||
| Storage options | 64 GB, 128 GB | 32 GB, 64 GB, 128 GB |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 4 GB / 6 GB | 3 GB / 4 GB |
| Chipset | MediaTek Helio G99 | Unisoc Tiger T618 (Octa-core) |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| 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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