Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 vs Xiaomi Pad 6S Pro 12.4
The Verdict
Samsung's Galaxy Tab S8 excels as a refined Android tablet with the flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, 120Hz 11-inch LTPS display, and included S Pen for productivity. Battery endurance reaches 15 hours, while Samsung DeX provides desktop-class functionality. Xiaomi's Pad 6S Pro counters with a larger 12.4-inch 144Hz IPS display, superior Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, bigger 10000mAh battery supporting 120W charging, and more camera options. However, Xiaomi lacks microSD expansion and lacks cellular options. The Tab S8 targets users prioritizing versatility and seamless Samsung ecosystem integration, while the Pad 6S Pro appeals to those wanting larger immersive displays and faster performance. For most consumers, the Galaxy Tab S8's polished software, consistent updates through One UI 6+, and balanced feature set make it the safer choice despite the Xiaomi's impressive specs.
Who Should Buy
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
Buy the Xiaomi Pad 6S Pro 12.4 if…
- →Flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 performance
- →Large 12.4-inch 3K 144Hz display
- →Very fast 120W wired and 50W wireless charging
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
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
Xiaomi Pad 6S Pro 12.4
Pros
- Flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 performance
- Large 12.4-inch 3K 144Hz display
- Very fast 120W wired and 50W wireless charging
- Premium metal build under 600 g
- High-resolution 50 MP rear and 32 MP front cameras
Cons
- No cellular variant
- No microSD card slot
- MIUI/HyperOS software can feel cluttered
- Limited official global availability
Full Specifications
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 | Xiaomi Pad 6S Pro 12.4 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 12 (One UI 4.1, upgradable to One UI 6+) | HyperOS (Android 14) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 503 g (Wi-Fi) | 590 g |
| Dimensions | 253.8 x 165.3 x 6.3 mm | 278.7 x 191.6 x 6.3 mm |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 15 hours video playback | 120W HyperCharge wired, 50W wireless |
| Capacity | 8000 mAh | 10000 mAh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 11 inches | 12.4 inches |
| Type | LTPS TFT LCD | IPS LCD |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 3048 x 2032 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 144Hz |
| Storage | ||
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB | 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB / 12 GB LPDDR5X |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (Octa-core, Adreno 730) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | USB-C 3.2 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Cellular | ||
| Stylus Support | ||
| Cameras | ||
| Rear | — | 50 MP main + 2 MP depth |
| Front camera | — | 32 MP |
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