Lenovo Tab P11 Pro Gen 2 vs Lenovo Tab P12 Pro
The Verdict
Both tablets excel in display quality with OLED/AMOLED screens and 120Hz refresh rates, but differ significantly in processing power and pricing. The Tab P11 Pro Gen 2 delivers impressive value at $349.99 with its compact 11.2-inch form factor, Android 12L optimization, and respectable MediaTek Kompanio 1300T performance for everyday tasks. However, the Tab P12 Pro's larger 12.6-inch display, superior Snapdragon 870 chipset, faster 45W charging, and 10200mAh battery justify the $609.99 premium for power users and content creators. Memory configurations match at 6GB/8GB, both support styluses, and storage remains expandable. Battery longevity favors the P12 Pro's 14-hour video playback versus P11's mixed-use rating. For casual consumption and portability, the P11 Pro Gen 2 excels; demanding applications and creative work warrant the P12 Pro's extra performance and screen real estate. Choose the P11 Pro Gen 2 for budget-conscious buyers seeking excellent value.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Lenovo Tab P11 Pro Gen 2 if…
- →Gorgeous 11.2-inch 2.5K OLED display with Dolby Vision at a mid-range price
- →MicroSD expansion up to 1 TB
- →Quad JBL speakers with Dolby Atmos
Buy the Lenovo Tab P12 Pro if…
- →Beautiful 12.6-inch 120Hz AMOLED display with Dolby Vision
- →Quad JBL speakers tuned by Dolby Atmos
- →MicroSD card expansion supported
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Lenovo Tab P11 Pro Gen 2
Pros
- Gorgeous 11.2-inch 2.5K OLED display with Dolby Vision at a mid-range price
- MicroSD expansion up to 1 TB
- Quad JBL speakers with Dolby Atmos
- Includes Lenovo Precision Pen 3 stylus support
- Slim and lightweight at 520 g
Cons
- MediaTek Kompanio 1300T is not a top-tier chipset
- No cellular option
- Limited Android version — ships with Android 12L
- Slow update cadence compared to Samsung or Google
Lenovo Tab P12 Pro
Pros
- Beautiful 12.6-inch 120Hz AMOLED display with Dolby Vision
- Quad JBL speakers tuned by Dolby Atmos
- MicroSD card expansion supported
- Premium aluminum chassis at only 565 g
- Includes Precision Pen 3 stylus support
Cons
- Snapdragon 870 is mid-tier rather than flagship
- No cellular option
- Slow Android update cadence
- Keyboard and pen often sold separately
Full Specifications
| Spec | Lenovo Tab P11 Pro Gen 2 | Lenovo Tab P12 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 12L | Android 11 (upgradable to Android 13) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 520 g | 565 g |
| Dimensions | 259.7 x 166.0 x 6.7 mm | 285.6 x 184.5 x 5.6 mm |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 12 hours mixed use, 30W fast charging | Up to 14 hours video playback, 45W charging |
| Capacity | 8200 mAh | 10200 mAh |
| Cameras | ||
| Rear | 13 MP main + 5 MP ultrawide | 13 MP main + 5 MP wide |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP + 8 MP ToF |
| Display | ||
| Size | 11.2 inches | 12.6 inches |
| Type | OLED, HDR10, Dolby Vision | AMOLED, HDR10+, Dolby Vision |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1536 | 2560 x 1600 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Storage | ||
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 6 GB / 8 GB LPDDR4X | 6 GB / 8 GB LPDDR5 |
| Chipset | MediaTek Kompanio 1300T | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 | USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Cellular | ||
| Stylus Support | ||
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