Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 vs Samsung Galaxy Tab S8
The Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 and Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 sit in the same category and end up appealing to slightly different buyers. The Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 is the cheaper of the two at $699 versus $800, a difference of about $101. The Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 is the newer release, which usually means a faster chipset and longer software support. Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 stands out for ip68 water and dust resistance for a tablet, while Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 is praised for s pen included with 120hz display makes note-taking excellent. Use the side-by-side spec table below to compare cameras, displays, battery life and connectivity in detail and decide which one fits your priorities.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 if…
- →IP68 water and dust resistance for a tablet
- →S Pen included in the box
- →Dimensity 9400+ delivers flagship performance
Buy the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 if…
- →S Pen included with 120Hz display makes note-taking excellent
- →Same Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 power as the pricier S8+ and Ultra
- →Compact 11" size balances portability and screen real estate
Pros & Cons
Samsung Galaxy Tab S11
Pros
- IP68 water and dust resistance for a tablet
- S Pen included in the box
- Dimensity 9400+ delivers flagship performance
- MicroSD expansion up to 2TB
- Slim 5.5mm profile
Cons
- Starting price of $800 is steep for 11-inch tablet
- 13MP rear camera is basic for the price
- No HDMI or Thunderbolt port
Samsung Galaxy Tab S8
Pros
- S Pen included with 120Hz display makes note-taking excellent
- Same Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 power as the pricier S8+ and Ultra
- Compact 11" size balances portability and screen real estate
- MicroSD expansion up to 1 TB
- Samsung DeX and multi-window for productivity
Cons
- LCD panel — lacks the AMOLED vibrancy of the S8+ and Ultra
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 can run warm during gaming
- $699 is steep for an LCD tablet
- Only 8 GB RAM on all configurations
Full Specifications
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 | Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 16, One UI 8 | Android 12 (One UI 4.1, upgradable to One UI 6+) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 469 g | 503 g (Wi-Fi) |
| Dimensions | 253.8 x 165.3 x 5.5 mm | 253.8 x 165.3 x 6.3 mm |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 17 hours video | Up to 15 hours video playback |
| Capacity | 8400 mAh | 8000 mAh |
| Cameras | ||
| Rear | 13 MP, f/2.0, AF | — |
| Front camera | 12 MP, f/2.4, ultrawide | — |
| Display | ||
| Size | 11.0 inches | 11 inches |
| Type | Dynamic AMOLED 2X, HDR10+ | LTPS TFT LCD |
| Resolution | 1600 x 2560 | 2560 x 1600 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Storage | ||
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, 2 TB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 12 GB | 8 GB |
| Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (Octa-core, Adreno 730) |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | USB-C 3.2 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E (tri-band) | 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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