Lenovo Tab P11 Pro Gen 2 vs Samsung Galaxy Tab S8+
The Verdict
Samsung's Galaxy Tab S8+ commands premium positioning with its larger 12.4-inch Super AMOLED display, superior Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor, and included S Pen stylus, delivering noticeably snappier performance and richer colors for demanding tasks. Lenovo's Tab P11 Pro Gen 2 impressively challenges this with its own OLED screen (2560x1536), MediaTek chipset handling everyday use competently, and stylus support at a $550 discount. Battery life slightly favors Samsung (13 hours video vs 12 hours mixed), though both sustain full-day productivity. Software updates heavily favor Samsung, guaranteed years of One UI refinements. For professional creators and power users, Samsung's DeX integration and GPU prowess justify the investment. Budget-conscious consumers prioritizing display quality and core tablet functions find exceptional value in Lenovo's offering. Recommendation: Choose Samsung if you need sustained performance and long-term support; select Lenovo for sensible value without meaningful compromises for typical tablet use.
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…
- →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
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
- 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 | 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 | 567 g (Wi-Fi) |
| Dimensions | 259.7 x 166.0 x 6.7 mm | 285 x 185 x 5.7 mm |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 12 hours mixed use, 30W fast charging | Up to 13 hours video playback |
| Capacity | 8200 mAh | 10090 mAh |
| Cameras | ||
| Rear | 13 MP main + 5 MP ultrawide | — |
| Front camera | 8 MP | — |
| Display | ||
| Size | 11.2 inches | 12.4 inches |
| Type | OLED, HDR10, Dolby Vision | Super AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1536 | 2800 x 1752 |
| 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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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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