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Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 4G (3GB + 32GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£970RAM capacity:3 GBInternal storage:32 GBScreen size:12.2 inchesChipset:Qualcomm Snapdragon 800

Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 4G (3GB + 32GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 35 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

7.3/10

Overall score

Score
7.3/ 10
✕
What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 62% of models
Score components

35%

6.1

Technical score

30%

?

List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

25%

8.0

Reviews score

10%

9.1

Sentiment score

â–²Better than 62% of tablets
6.7

Value for money

Value for money
6.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
Score components

70%

7.3

Overall score

30%

5.4

Price

â–¼Worse than 93%
6.1

Technical score

Technical score
6.1/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
Score components

22%

5.6

Performance

20%

5.3

Display

16%

6.8

Camera

14%

6.5

Battery

12%

6.7

Connectivity

8%

6.4

Software

5%

6.4

Design

3%

5.5

Audio

â–¼Worse than 51%
8.0

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 60% of models

80%

7.8

Average grade

20%

8.9

Popularity

Grades by review (35)
24 reviews: 17 with a printed score, 7 estimated from the review. 11 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–²Better than 60%
?

List score

List score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
Not in any best-of list yet
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £970
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.
Other versions:
3GB + 32GB3GB + 64GB

What reviewers say about the Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 4G (3GB + 32GB)

Based on 24 · 11

The stylus and long battery life win wide praise, but most reviewers find it too large and heavy for comfort.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
Pick a topic to see who said what

What owners say about the Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 4G (3GB + 32GB)

Based on 200 owners sharing their experience in online comments

60%positive10%mixed30%negative

Owners love the huge screen, capable pen, and versatility, while bulk, aging software, and battery problems frustrate many.

What owners dislike

  • After a few years it slows and stutters, especially with the S Note app open, and some owners say it feels dated.16
  • The battery fades over time, dropping from around six hours to three or four, and some see it drain fast under light use.13
  • Some owners report no app store access, PDF text with missing letters, and S Note sharing that asks for a password.13
  • Owners say the tablet stayed on Android 4.4 or 5.0.2 and never received a newer version, which they find disappointing.12
  • The S Pen is thin, short and can fall out of its dock, and its placement is awkward for left-handed writers.9
  • Owners find it too big and heavy to hold for long or read in bed, and hard to carry around.8
  • Some owners report overheating during normal use, such as web browsing or S Note, followed by shutdown or the screen turning blue.7
  • Owners find the tablet expensive, and the keyboard cover, adapter and screen protector are extra costs on top.7
  • Owners report the screen flickers or blinks, often when scrolling, and some say repairs or replacements did not fix it.6
  • Owners report slow charging, a battery that stops at 99%, and in some cases charging that fails completely.6

Points mentioned by at least 3 owners, most mentioned first.

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Technical Specifications of tablet Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 4G (3GB + 32GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.1/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
Score components:

22%

5.6

Performance

20%

5.3

Display

16%

6.8

Camera

14%

6.5

Battery

12%

6.7

Connectivity

8%

6.4

Software

5%

6.4

Design

3%

5.5

Audio

6.1
Reviews score
8.0
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
6.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
Score components:

70%

7.3

Overall score

30%

5.4

Price

6.7
RAM capacity
3 GB
Market range: <1 GB – >8 GB
This tablet has 3 GB of RAM, which is less than 52.9% of tablets and equal to 8.4% of tablets.
Process node
28 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 28 nm process, which is larger than 65.1% of tablets and equal to 17.6% of tablets.
Internal storage
32 GB
Market range: <16 GB – >256 GB
This tablet has 32 GB of internal storage, which is less than 60.9% of tablets and equal to 17.9% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
?
Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon 800
This tablet runs on Qualcomm Snapdragon 800, which is more advanced than 64.1% of tablets and equal to 1.3% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Screen resolution
2560×1600
This tablet has a 2560×1600 screen, which is sharper than 77.5% of tablets and equal to 10% of tablets.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >120 Hz
This tablet has a 60 Hz screen, which is smoother than 0.1% of tablets and equal to 73.4% of tablets.
Display type
TFT LCD
This tablet uses a TFT LCD display type. 89.9% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
247 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 247 ppi, which is higher than 67% of tablets and equal to 0.3% of tablets.
Display glass type
Corning Gorilla Glass 3
This tablet protects its screen with Corning Gorilla Glass 3, which is more durable than 80.2% of tablets and the same as 11.2% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical stabilisation. 0.4% of tablets offer this.
Main camera megapixels
8 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a rear camera with 8 MP resolution, which is higher than 36.4% of tablets and equal to 31.9% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
2 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 2 MP resolution, which is lower than 53.8% of tablets and equal to 25.5% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
f/2.4
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/2.4, which is narrower than 70% of tablets and equal to 17.5% of tablets.
Optical zoom
N/A
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What reviewers say
Battery capacity
9,500 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 9,500 mAh battery capacity, which is larger than 84.6% of tablets and equal to 0.4% of tablets.
Charging speed
10 W
Market range: <10 W – >45 W
This tablet charges at 10 W, which is slower than 60.9% of tablets and equal to 33.3% of tablets.
Battery life
13 hours
Market range: <7 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 13 hours, which is longer than that of 76.1% of tablets and equal to that of 4.9% of tablets.
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets offer this.
Fast charging
no
This tablet does not support fast charging. 56.9% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
LTE support
yes
This tablet has built-in LTE. 57.1% of tablets offer this.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This tablet connects to Wi-Fi. 0.2% of tablets offer this.
GPS
yes
This tablet has built-in GPS. 17.1% of tablets offer this.
5G connectivity
no
This tablet does not support 5G. 8.1% of tablets offer this.
NFC
no
This tablet does not include NFC. 10.8% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
Android
This tablet uses the Android operating system, which is more advanced than the one used by 23.2%.
Update support duration
short
This tablet offers short update support, which is shorter than the support period of 52.4% of tablets and equal to that of 47.6% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
no
This tablet does not support direct OS updates. 79.8% of tablets offer this.
On-device AI
no
This tablet does not support on-device AI. 28.3% of tablets support this capability.
App tracking protection
no
This tablet does not support app tracking protection. 28.4% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
IP rating
not rated
This tablet's IP rating is not rated, which is less protected than 16.5% of tablets and the same as 83.6% of tablets.
Weight
753 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 753 g, which is heavier than 91.6% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.7% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
yes
This tablet supports a keyboard accessory. 15.8% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
2.8 ms
Market range: <2 ms – >26 ms
This tablet has a pen latency of 2.8 ms, which is lower than that of 76.8% of tablets and equal to that of 11.6% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Number of microphones
?
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this.
Dolby Atmos support
no
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.3% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
2
Market range: <2 – >4
This tablet includes 2 speakers, which is more than in 9.8% of tablets and equal to the number in 60.8% of tablets.
FM radio
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer this.
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Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 4G (3GB + 32GB) vs the average tablet

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  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 2.1 inches larger screen
    This tablet has a larger screen than the average tablet (12.2 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    12.2 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 3 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (13 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    13 hours vs 10 hours
  • 43.9% larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a larger battery capacity than the average tablet (9,500 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    9,500 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • Sharper display
    This tablet has a sharper screen than the average tablet (2560×1600 vs 1920×1200).
    2,560×1,600 vs 1,920×1,200
  • Supports LTE
    This tablet supports LTE, while the average tablet does not. 42.9% of tablets support LTE.
  • Stylus included
    This tablet includes a stylus, while the average tablet does not. 17.2% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports manual ISO
    This tablet supports manual ISO, while the average tablet does not. 45.9% of tablets support manual ISO.
  • 14.3% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.0/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–² Better than 60% of models

    80%

    7.8

    Average grade

    20%

    8.9

    Popularity

    Grades by review (35)
    24 reviews: 17 with a printed score, 7 estimated from the review. 11 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.0 vs 7.0
  • 21.3% higher sentiment score
    9.1 vs 7.5
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 15% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (2.3 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    2.3 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 2.1 inches larger screen
    This tablet has a larger screen than the average tablet (12.2 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    12.2 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • Sharper display
    This tablet has a sharper screen than the average tablet (2560×1600 vs 1920×1200).
    2,560×1,600 vs 1,920×1,200
  • 11.8% sharper screen detail
    This tablet has sharper screen detail than the average tablet (247 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    247 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • More durable glass
    This tablet has more durable glass than the average tablet (Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs Corning Gorilla Glass). The average tablet uses Corning Gorilla Glass.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • Supports manual ISO
    This tablet supports manual ISO, while the average tablet does not. 45.9% of tablets support manual ISO.
  • Supports slow-motion video
    This tablet supports slow-motion recording, while the average tablet does not. 37.3% of tablets support slow-motion recording.
  • Built-in camera flash
    This tablet has a camera flash, while the average tablet does not. 45.5% of tablets have one.
  • 3 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (13 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    13 hours vs 10 hours
  • 43.9% larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a larger battery capacity than the average tablet (9,500 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    9,500 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • Supports LTE
    This tablet supports LTE, while the average tablet does not. 42.9% of tablets support LTE.
  • Faster USB ports
    This tablet has faster USB ports than the average tablet (USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2).
    USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2.0
  • Supports cellular data
    This tablet supports cellular data, while the average tablet does not. 47.4% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports HDMI output
    This tablet supports HDMI output, while the average tablet does not. 49.8% of tablets offer this.
  • Stylus included
    This tablet includes a stylus, while the average tablet does not. 17.2% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports drawing
    This tablet is suitable for drawing, while the average tablet is not. 40% of tablets are suitable for drawing.
  • Supports stylus tilt
    This tablet supports stylus tilt, the average tablet does not. 33.5% of tablets support stylus tilt.
  • 6.2 ms lower pen latency
    This tablet has lower pen latency than the average tablet (2.8 ms vs 9 ms). The average tablet has pen latency of 9 ms.
    2.8 ms vs 9 ms
  • Inferior display type
    This tablet has an inferior display type compared to the average tablet (TFT LCD vs IPS LCD). 0.00% of tablets use the superior display type.
    TFT LCD vs IPS LCD
  • No USB-C port
    This tablet does not have a USB Type-C port, while the average tablet does. 54% of tablets have one.
  • Shorter update support
    This tablet offers shorter update support than the average tablet (short vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    short vs medium
  • No fast charging
    This tablet does not support fast charging, while the average tablet does. 56.8% of tablets support fast charging.
  • 3 MP lower front resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution front camera than the average tablet (2 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    2 MP vs 5 MP
  • More basic graphics
    This tablet has less advanced graphics than the average tablet (Mali-T628 MP6 vs Mali-G51).
    Mali-T628 MP6 vs Mali-G51
  • No direct OS updates
    This tablet does not support direct OS updates, while the average tablet does. 79.7% of tablets offer this.
  • 53.7% heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (753 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    753 g vs 490 g
  • 3.73x more expensive
    Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 4G (3GB + 32GB) is more expensive than the average tablet (£970 vs £260).
    £970 vs £260
  • 12.4% worse value for money
    Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 4G (3GB + 32GB) has worse value for money than the average tablet (6.72 vs 7.6).
    6.72 vs 7.55
  • More basic graphics
    This tablet has less advanced graphics than the average tablet (Mali-T628 MP6 vs Mali-G51).
    Mali-T628 MP6 vs Mali-G51
  • 1,066 MHz slower RAM speed
    This tablet has a lower RAM speed than the average tablet (800 MHz vs 1,866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1,866 MHz.
    800 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • 2x larger process node
    This tablet has a larger process node than the average tablet (28 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet is built on 14 nm.
    28 nm vs 14 nm
  • 50% less internal storage
    This tablet has less internal storage than the average tablet (32 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    32 GB vs 64 GB
  • 1 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM than the average tablet (3 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    3 GB vs 4 GB
  • 30.8% slower GPU clock
    This tablet runs its GPU slower than the average tablet (450 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet runs its GPU at 650 MHz.
    450 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • 5 years older
    This tablet was released earlier than the average tablet (2014 vs 2019). The average tablet was released in 2019.
    February 2014
    2014 vs 2019
  • 14.1% less memory bandwidth
    This tablet has less memory bandwidth than the average tablet (12.8 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has 14.9 GB/s of memory bandwidth.
    12.8 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • Inferior display type
    This tablet has an inferior display type compared to the average tablet (TFT LCD vs IPS LCD). 0.00% of tablets use the superior display type.
    TFT LCD vs IPS LCD
  • 56 nits dimmer screen
    This tablet is dimmer than the average tablet (345 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    345 nits vs 401 nits
  • Less vivid contrast
    This tablet has less contrast than the average tablet (900:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    900:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 32 nits lower typical brightness
    This tablet has a lower typical brightness than the average tablet (368 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    368 nits vs 400 nits
  • 3 MP lower front resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution front camera than the average tablet (2 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    2 MP vs 5 MP
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This tablet has a narrower front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's front camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This tablet has a narrower main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's main camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • No fast charging
    This tablet does not support fast charging, while the average tablet does. 56.8% of tablets support fast charging.
  • 44.4% slower charging
    This tablet charges slower than the average tablet (10 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    10 W vs 18 W
  • No USB-C port
    This tablet does not have a USB Type-C port, while the average tablet does. 54% of tablets have one.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This tablet has an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (4 vs 5).
    4 vs 5
  • Shorter update support
    This tablet offers shorter update support than the average tablet (short vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    short vs medium
  • No direct OS updates
    This tablet does not support direct OS updates, while the average tablet does. 79.7% of tablets offer this.
  • No camera and mic privacy
    This tablet does not support camera and mic privacy, while the average tablet does. 56.6% of tablets offer this.
  • No full-page screenshots
    This tablet does not support full-page screenshots, the average tablet does. 53% of tablets support full-page screenshots.
  • No location privacy
    This tablet does not support location privacy, while the average tablet does. 76.7% of tablets offer this.
  • No dark mode
    This tablet does not support dark mode, while the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets offer this.
  • 53.7% heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (753 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    753 g vs 490 g
  • 120.3 mm wider
    This tablet is wider than the average tablet (295.6 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    295.6 mm vs 175.3 mm

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

5.0
Booredatwork.com
≈ estimated
30/05/2014
Hands-on review · multitasking, keyboard and battery use
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 4G is not one I'd recommend to most people, mainly because of its price and weight.
9.0
TechEdit
≈ estimated
08/05/2014
Hands-on review · design, camera, performance and battery
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 4G is probably the favourite Android tablet right now, despite a stuttering interface and heavy software.
8.0
TheGadgetsTV
≈ estimated
14/04/2014
Hands-on preview · business apps, multitasking and camera
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 4G is a pretty good device for business work, though Office documents sometimes lag.
9.0
korguenkomodo
≈ estimated
29/03/2014
Unboxing and full review · apps, S Pen and multi-window
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 4G offers excellent performance and is well worth it if the price fits your budget.
6.0
TechSmartt
≈ estimated
23/02/2014
Unboxing and review · a week of use, multitasking and battery
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 4G is great for multitasking and media, but not worth the price for serious business work.
9.0
Cináed Flecher
≈ estimated
01/09/2016
Hands-on review · digital illustration use
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 4G is a good Android alternative to pricier iPads for digital illustration.
8.0
Lucy Hedges
≈ estimated
23/02/2015
Hands-on review · battery test, screen and multitasking
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 4G excels at multitasking and document viewing, but it is not quite the ultimate on-the-go tablet and is pricey.
9.0
TechRadar
≈ estimated
01/04/2014
Hands-on review · size, keyboard and everyday use
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 4G is a versatile middle ground between a tablet and an ultrabook, worth trying in a store.
5.0
The Verge
≈ estimated
20/02/2014
Hands-on review · screen, multitasking, S Pen and price
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 4G is mostly the same as other Note tablets, just bigger and pricier, so most people won't need it.
7.0
Sam Pullen (samjpullen)
≈ estimated
05/03/2014
First look · hands-on at trade show booth
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 4G is impressive but very large, so it may only suit buyers who want a big device.
Overview video
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8.0
hardwarezone.com.sg
≈ estimated
17/03/2014
Lab test · LTE big-screen tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 is a fast big-screen tablet that lasts a full workday on one charge, but takes over six hours to charge.
8.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
05/03/2014
Hands-on review · Large tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 offers a huge, bright screen and top performance, but at 753 g it is awkward to hold and its interface does not beat stock Android.
6.0
t3.com
✓ explicit
21/02/2014
Hands-on review · Big-screen tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 has a vivid screen and an excellent S Pen, but its 750 g weight, Magazine UX that falls short and steep price hold it back.
7.0
digitaltrends.com
✓ explicit
23/08/2019
Hands-on review · Note-taking tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 suits handwriting and drawing thanks to its roomy screen, but it is big to carry and stutters with many apps open.
7.0
time.com
≈ estimated
21/03/2014
Hands-on review · Work tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 suits people who want a laptop-like tablet for side-by-side work, but the lack of a built-in keyboard and Magazine UX hold it back.
6.0
reviewed.com
≈ estimated
19/06/2014
Hands-on review · Business tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 has an excellent S Pen and useful business home screens, but laggy performance and clumsy TouchWiz settings hold back its promise as a laptop replacement.
9.0
wired.com
✓ explicit
14/03/2014
Hands-on review · Power-user tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 is a powerful, big-screen tablet for power users, with its S Pen the highlight, but its weight and size rule out casual use.
8.0
trustedreviews.com
✓ explicit
06/01/2014
Review · Big-screen S Pen tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy NotePro 12.2 is a good tablet for the right person, with a strong S Pen and four-app multitasking, but its fuzzy screen disappoints for the price.
8.0
slashgear.com
≈ estimated
28/03/2014
Hands-on test · Verizon LTE tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 is a powerful, long-lasting tablet with a strong S Pen, but only suits people who really want something huge.
phonearena.com
12/03/2014
Not graded yet
8.7
notebookcheck.com
✓ explicit
13/03/2014
Lab test · LTE update
Verdict
The Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 LTE keeps the Wi-Fi model's strong software and S Pen, but weak contrast and an awkward SIM tray hold it back.
8.0
pcwelt.de
✓ explicit
17/04/2014
Hands-on test · Business use
Verdict
The Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 is one of the best tablets for work, with four open apps and pen notes turned into text, but long documents need a keyboard.
8.5
computerwoche.de
✓ explicit
17/07/2014
Lab test · Office use
Verdict
The Note Pro 12.2 is a capable office tablet that matches the iPad Air's speed, but its 754 g weight and need for a keyboard limit it.
9.0
connect.de
≈ estimated
11/04/2014
Hands-on test · Large business tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 LTE suits people who can live with its size, offering business tools, a huge screen and long battery life, though it is pricey.
8.0
spiegel.de
≈ estimated
03/04/2014
Hands-on test · Large media tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 is a good screen for films and e-books on the sofa, but at 750g it is too big and heavy to carry around.
8.4
01net.com
✓ explicit
21/02/2014
Hands-on review · Family entertainment
Verdict
The Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 is a big-screen family tablet with strong speakers and over 12 hours of web browsing, though interface navigation can feel slightly less smooth.
8.2
android-mt.ouest-france.fr
✓ explicit
06/05/2014
Hands-on test · Giant tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 is a powerful, stylus-equipped giant tablet, but it is bulky, pricey, and its camera is best skipped.
8.0
frandroid.com
✓ explicit
12/12/2019
Hands-on test · Big-screen Android
Verdict
The Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 is a big, pleasant-looking Android tablet with smart multi-window, but at 753 g it is best used resting on a table.
8.0
quechoisir.org
≈ estimated
(Date non spécifiée)
Review · Note-taking tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 is a strong note-taking and browsing tablet with very good battery life, but at 746 g it is hard to use with one hand.
7.0
tweakers.net
✓ explicit
19/02/2014
Full review · Niche stylus tablet
Verdict
The NotePro 12.2 is a niche stylus tablet with excellent battery life and many bundled apps, but its slow five-hour charge and gimmicky settings will not suit most people.

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What customers like about Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 4G (3GB + 32GB)

  • Large, high-resolution 12.2-inch display (2560x1600) ideal for movies and split-screen multitasking
  • Excellent S Pen functionality for precise drawing and note-taking
  • Strong battery life from the 9,500mAh battery, often lasting several days with moderate use
  • Powerful multitasking features like Multi Window, allowing up to four apps to run simultaneously
  • Useful productivity software included, such as Hancom Office and Magazine UX
  • Fast performance on the 4G LTE model powered by the Snapdragon 800 processor

What customers don't like about Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 4G (3GB + 32GB)

  • High price point compared to smaller tablets and some laptop hybrids
  • Large and heavy design (1.65 lbs) makes it unwieldy for one-handed use or extended portable sessions
  • Occasional software lag and performance stutters, particularly when heavy multitasking or using the TouchWiz home screen
  • Plastics-heavy build quality can feel slightly flimsy or produce creaking sounds under pressure
  • Reflective screen surface makes it difficult to use in direct sunlight
  • Limited number of third-party apps optimized to take full advantage of the large screen and S Pen

Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 4G is a high-performance productivity tablet featuring a massive 12.2-inch Super Clear LCD display with a crisp 2560 x 1600 resolution and an integrated S Pen for precise input. This 4G/LTE variant is powered by a 2.3GHz quad-core Snapdragon 800 processor paired with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage, expandable via microSD. Its main pros include an exceptional multitasking experience with Multi Window support for four simultaneous apps, a long-lasting 9,500mAh battery, and a professional-grade office suite. However, its significant size and 753g weight make it difficult to hold with one hand for extended periods, and it suffers from long charging times and a high original retail price.

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