Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 vs Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra
The Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 and Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra sit in the same category and end up appealing to slightly different buyers. The Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 is the cheaper of the two at $800 versus $1,099, a difference of about $299. 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 Ultra is praised for massive 14.6" super amoled screen is unmatched for media and multitasking. 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 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
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 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 S11 | Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 16, One UI 8 | Android 12 (One UI 4.1, upgradable to One UI 6+) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 469 g | 726 g (Wi-Fi) |
| Dimensions | 253.8 x 165.3 x 5.5 mm | 326.4 x 208.6 x 5.5 mm |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 17 hours video | Up to 14 hours video playback |
| Capacity | 8400 mAh | 11200 mAh |
| Cameras | ||
| Rear | 13 MP, f/2.0, AF | — |
| Front camera | 12 MP, f/2.4, ultrawide | — |
| Display | ||
| Size | 11.0 inches | 14.6 inches |
| Type | Dynamic AMOLED 2X, HDR10+ | Super AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1600 x 2560 | 2960 x 1848 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Storage | ||
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, 2 TB | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 12 GB | 8 GB / 12 GB / 16 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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