OnePlus Pad 2 vs Samsung Galaxy Tab S8+
The Verdict
OnePlus Pad 2 delivers superior performance and display technology at a significantly lower price point. Its Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, 144Hz LTPS LCD display with 3000x2120 resolution, and 12GB RAM decisively outmatch the Tab S8+'s older Gen 1 chipset and 120Hz AMOLED screen. Battery life favors OnePlus slightly (14.5 vs 13 hours), while both tablets support styluses and offer expandable or substantial storage. Galaxy Tab S8+ advantages include microSD expansion up to 1TB, Samsung DeX functionality, and proven software longevity. However, OnePlus Pad 2's $350 price advantage, faster 67W charging, newer processor generation, and higher refresh rate make it the stronger choice for most users seeking current-generation performance without premium pricing.
Who Should Buy
Buy the OnePlus Pad 2 if…
- →Flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 performance
- →Large 12.1-inch 144Hz 3K display
- →Excellent battery life with fast 67W charging
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
OnePlus Pad 2
Pros
- Flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 performance
- Large 12.1-inch 144Hz 3K display
- Excellent battery life with fast 67W charging
- Premium aluminum unibody build
- Wi-Fi 7 support
Cons
- No cellular option
- No microSD expansion
- Stylus and keyboard sold separately
- Android tablet apps still trail iPadOS
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 | OnePlus Pad 2 | Samsung Galaxy Tab S8+ |
|---|---|---|
| Software | OxygenOS 14.1 (Android 14) | Android 12 (One UI 4.1, upgradable to One UI 6+) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 584 g | 567 g (Wi-Fi) |
| Dimensions | 268.6 x 189.4 x 6.5 mm | 285 x 185 x 5.7 mm |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 14.5 hours video playback, 67W SUPERVOOC charging | Up to 13 hours video playback |
| Capacity | 9510 mAh | 10090 mAh |
| Cameras | ||
| Rear | 13 MP | — |
| Front camera | 8 MP | — |
| Display | ||
| Size | 12.1 inches | 12.4 inches |
| Type | LTPS LCD, 7:5 aspect ratio | Super AMOLED |
| Resolution | 3000 x 2120 | 2800 x 1752 |
| Refresh rate | 144Hz | 120Hz |
| Storage | ||
| Storage options | 256 GB, 512 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 12 GB LPDDR5X | 8 GB |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (Octa-core, Adreno 730) |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | USB-C 3.2 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Cellular | ||
| Stylus Support | ||
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