Lenovo Tab P12 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy Tab S8+
The Verdict
Both tablets deliver excellent large-screen experiences, but they cater to different priorities. Lenovo's Tab P12 Pro features a stunning 12.6-inch AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh and HDR10+/Dolby Vision support, paired with the Snapdragon 870 and solid 6-8GB RAM configurations. Samsung's Galaxy Tab S8+ counters with a slightly smaller 12.4-inch Super AMOLED screen at higher 2800x1752 resolution, the more powerful Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, and the included S Pen (versus Lenovo's optional accessory). Battery life favors Lenovo marginally at 14 hours versus 13 hours, though both manage full-day usage. Samsung includes MicroSD expansion up to 1TB and One UI's desktop-class DeX mode, adding productivity value. The $290 price gap is significant,Lenovo delivers exceptional value for media consumption and creative work, while Samsung justifies its premium with flagship performance, superior stylus integration, and Samsung's software ecosystem. For budget-conscious users seeking a tablet for content and light work, Lenovo wins decisively. For power users and S Pen enthusiasts, Samsung's superior processor and included stylus merit the investment.
Who Should Buy
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
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 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
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 P12 Pro | Samsung Galaxy Tab S8+ |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 11 (upgradable to Android 13) | Android 12 (One UI 4.1, upgradable to One UI 6+) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 565 g | 567 g (Wi-Fi) |
| Dimensions | 285.6 x 184.5 x 5.6 mm | 285 x 185 x 5.7 mm |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 14 hours video playback, 45W charging | Up to 13 hours video playback |
| Capacity | 10200 mAh | 10090 mAh |
| Cameras | ||
| Rear | 13 MP main + 5 MP wide | — |
| Front camera | 8 MP + 8 MP ToF | — |
| Display | ||
| Size | 12.6 inches | 12.4 inches |
| Type | AMOLED, HDR10+, Dolby Vision | Super AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 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 LPDDR5 | 8 GB |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 | 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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