Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra
The Verdict
Both tablets share nearly identical 14.6-inch displays and 11200mAh batteries, but the Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra edges ahead with meaningful upgrades. Its MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ processor delivers superior performance compared to the Tab S8 Ultra's Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, while the newer Dynamic AMOLED 2X display and Android 14 with One UI 6.1 provide a more contemporary experience. Storage scales higher on S10 Ultra (up to 1TB vs 512GB), and Wi-Fi 7 beats Wi-Fi 6E. However, the Tab S8 Ultra remains competitive at $100 less, includes the S Pen in the box, and receives the same video battery life. For professionals and creative users demanding cutting-edge performance, the S10 Ultra justifies its premium. Budget-conscious buyers get excellent value from the Tab S8 Ultra's proven reliability and included stylus, though its software will eventually lag behind.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra if…
- →Massive 14.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with 120Hz
- →S Pen included in the box
- →IP68 water and dust resistance
Buy the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra if…
- →Massive 14.6" Super AMOLED screen is unmatched for media and multitasking
- →S Pen included in the box with low 2.8 ms latency
- →Samsung DeX provides a desktop-like experience
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra
Pros
- Massive 14.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with 120Hz
- S Pen included in the box
- IP68 water and dust resistance
- MicroSD card slot for expandable storage
- Wi-Fi 7 support for cutting-edge wireless speeds
Cons
- Very large and pricey, not ideal for one-handed use
- Notch in the display houses the front cameras
- MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ trails Apple M4 in raw performance
- Android tablet apps still lag behind iPadOS optimization
Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra
Pros
- Massive 14.6" Super AMOLED screen is unmatched for media and multitasking
- S Pen included in the box with low 2.8 ms latency
- Samsung DeX provides a desktop-like experience
- Up to 16 GB RAM and 512 GB storage for power users
- 120Hz refresh rate for smooth scrolling and pen input
Cons
- Extremely large and heavy at 726 g — not pocketable
- Display notch is distracting on a tablet this premium
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 runs warm under sustained loads
- Android tablet app ecosystem still trails iPadOS
- $1,099+ is laptop territory pricing
Full Specifications
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra | Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 14 with One UI 6.1 | Android 12 (One UI 4.1, upgradable to One UI 6+) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 718 g (Wi-Fi) | 726 g (Wi-Fi) |
| Dimensions | 326.4 x 208.6 x 5.4 mm | 326.4 x 208.6 x 5.5 mm |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to ~14 hours video | Up to 14 hours video playback |
| Capacity | 11200 mAh | 11200 mAh |
| Cameras | ||
| Rear | 13 MP wide + 8 MP ultrawide | — |
| Front camera | 12 MP wide + 12 MP ultrawide (landscape) | — |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14.6 inches | 14.6 inches |
| Type | Dynamic AMOLED 2X | Super AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2960 x 1848 | 2960 x 1848 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Storage | ||
| Storage options | 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 12 GB / 16 GB | 8 GB / 12 GB / 16 GB |
| Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ | 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 7 | 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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