Lenovo Tab P11 Pro Gen 2 vs Samsung Galaxy Tab S8
The Verdict
Lenovo's Tab P11 Pro Gen 2 delivers exceptional value at $349.99 with a standout OLED display featuring 120Hz refresh, HDR10, and Dolby Vision support,a significant advantage over the Galaxy Tab S8's standard LCD panel. Samsung counters with the superior Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor and Adreno 730 GPU, providing noticeably faster performance for demanding tasks and gaming. Battery life favors Samsung slightly (15 hours vs 12 hours), and it includes the S Pen in the box plus DeX functionality. However, the Lenovo's OLED screen quality, lighter weight (520g vs 503g is negligible), and 30W fast charging make it compelling for media consumption and creative work. Storage expandability matches both devices. For budget-conscious buyers prioritizing display quality and productivity, the Lenovo offers remarkable bang for buck. Samsung suits users needing raw processing power and ecosystem integration. Lenovo Tab P11 Pro Gen 2 edges ahead overall due to superior display technology and exceptional value proposition.
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 Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 if…
- →S Pen included with 120Hz display makes note-taking excellent
- →Same Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 power as the pricier S8+ and Ultra
- →Compact 11" size balances portability and screen real estate
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
Samsung Galaxy Tab S8
Pros
- S Pen included with 120Hz display makes note-taking excellent
- Same Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 power as the pricier S8+ and Ultra
- Compact 11" size balances portability and screen real estate
- MicroSD expansion up to 1 TB
- Samsung DeX and multi-window for productivity
Cons
- LCD panel — lacks the AMOLED vibrancy of the S8+ and Ultra
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 can run warm during gaming
- $699 is steep for an LCD tablet
- Only 8 GB RAM on all configurations
Full Specifications
| Spec | Lenovo Tab P11 Pro Gen 2 | Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 12L | Android 12 (One UI 4.1, upgradable to One UI 6+) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 520 g | 503 g (Wi-Fi) |
| Dimensions | 259.7 x 166.0 x 6.7 mm | 253.8 x 165.3 x 6.3 mm |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 12 hours mixed use, 30W fast charging | Up to 15 hours video playback |
| Capacity | 8200 mAh | 8000 mAh |
| Cameras | ||
| Rear | 13 MP main + 5 MP ultrawide | — |
| Front camera | 8 MP | — |
| Display | ||
| Size | 11.2 inches | 11 inches |
| Type | OLED, HDR10, Dolby Vision | LTPS TFT LCD |
| 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 | 8 GB |
| Chipset | MediaTek Kompanio 1300T | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (Octa-core, Adreno 730) |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Cellular | ||
| Stylus Support | ||
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