Lenovo Tab P12 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE+
The Verdict
Both tablets deliver solid 12.4-inch experiences at competitive prices, but they optimize differently. The Lenovo Tab P12 Pro excels with its 120Hz AMOLED display featuring HDR10+ and Dolby Vision support, offering significantly richer colors and deeper blacks than the Samsung's standard TFT LCD panel at 90Hz. The Snapdragon 870 processor outpaces the Exynos 1380 for demanding tasks and gaming performance. Samsung counters with 20 hours of battery life versus Lenovo's 14 hours, plus cellular connectivity for on-the-go connectivity without Wi-Fi. Both weigh around 600g and support stylus input with 128GB/256GB storage options. The Tab P12 Pro's 45W charging and superior display quality justify its higher price for content consumption and creative work. However, if battery longevity and cellular access matter more, the Galaxy Tab S9 FE+ provides exceptional value at $80 less while still handling everyday tasks competently. Lenovo's display technology and processor advantage make it the stronger choice for multimedia enthusiasts, but Samsung's endurance and connectivity options appeal to mobile professionals.
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 S9 FE+ if…
- →Large 12.4-inch display is great for multitasking and media
- →S Pen included in the box at no extra cost
- →IP68 water and dust resistance — rare for mid-range tablets
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 S9 FE+
Pros
- Large 12.4-inch display is great for multitasking and media
- S Pen included in the box at no extra cost
- IP68 water and dust resistance — rare for mid-range tablets
- MicroSD card expansion up to 1 TB for extra storage
- 10090 mAh battery provides excellent endurance
Cons
- TFT LCD panel has weaker colors and contrast than AMOLED
- Exynos 1380 is a mid-range chip — struggles with heavy tasks
- 90Hz refresh rate is behind the 120Hz on Galaxy Tab S9
- No AMOLED display at this price point is disappointing
- 627 g is heavy for extended handheld use
Full Specifications
| Spec | Lenovo Tab P12 Pro | Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE+ |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 11 (upgradable to Android 13) | Android 13 (One UI 5.1) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 565 g | 627 g |
| Dimensions | 285.6 x 184.5 x 5.6 mm | 285.4 x 185.4 x 6.5 mm |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 14 hours video playback, 45W charging | Up to 20 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 | TFT LCD |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 2560 x 1600 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 90Hz |
| Storage | ||
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 6 GB / 8 GB LPDDR5 | 6 GB / 8 GB |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 | Samsung Exynos 1380 |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Cellular | ||
| Stylus Support | ||
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