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

Avg. price:~£660RAM capacity:3 GBInternal storage:32 GBScreen size:12.2 inchesChipset:Exynos 5420

Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 WiFi (3GB + 32GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 46 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 WiFi (3GB + 32GB)
7.4/10

Overall score

Score
7.4/ 10
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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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Score components

35%

6.1

Technical score

30%

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

25%

8.2

Reviews score

10%

9.1

Sentiment score

â–²Better than 66% of tablets
7.3

Value for money

Value for money
7.3/ 10
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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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Score components

70%

7.4

Overall score

30%

7.0

Price

â–¼Worse than 67%
6.1

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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Score components

22%

5.5

Performance

20%

5.7

Display

16%

6.5

Camera

14%

6.5

Battery

12%

6.0

Connectivity

8%

7.3

Software

5%

6.4

Design

3%

6.3

Audio

â–²Better than 51%
8.2

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.2/ 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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80%

8.0

Average grade

20%

9.2

Popularity

Grades by review (46)
29 reviews: 17 with a printed score, 12 estimated from the review. 17 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 74%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 10
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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.
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Best rankings
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Available versions:
3GB + 32GB
Other versions:
3GB + 64GB

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

Based on 29 · 17

Reviewers love the multitasking, S Pen and battery, but most find it too big and heavy, and performance divides opinion.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
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What owners say about the Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 WiFi (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 WiFi (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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Score components:

22%

5.5

Performance

20%

5.7

Display

16%

6.5

Camera

14%

6.5

Battery

12%

6.0

Connectivity

8%

7.3

Software

5%

6.4

Design

3%

6.3

Audio

6.1
Reviews score
8.2
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.3/ 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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Score components:

70%

7.4

Overall score

30%

7.0

Price

7.3
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
Exynos 5420
This tablet runs on Exynos 5420, which is more advanced than 76.9% of tablets and equal to 0.5% 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.
internet usage
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
no
This tablet does not have built-in LTE. 42.9% 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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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
yes
This tablet supports direct OS updates. 20.3% 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
750 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 750 g, which is heavier than 91.1% of tablets and equal to 0.5% 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
?
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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What reviewers say

Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 WiFi (3GB + 32GB) vs the average tablet

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  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Exynos 5420 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Exynos 5,420 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.
    internet usage
    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
  • 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.
  • 17.1% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.2/ 10
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    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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    80%

    8.0

    Average grade

    20%

    9.2

    Popularity

    Grades by review (46)
    29 reviews: 17 with a printed score, 12 estimated from the review. 17 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.
    8.2 vs 7.0
  • 17.1% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.2/ 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
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    â–² Better than 74% of models

    80%

    8.0

    Average grade

    20%

    9.2

    Popularity

    Grades by review (46)
    29 reviews: 17 with a printed score, 12 estimated from the review. 17 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.
    8.2 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 (Exynos 5420 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Exynos 5,420 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
  • 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
  • 49 nits brighter screen
    This tablet is brighter than the average tablet (450 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    450 nits vs 401 nits
  • 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.
    internet usage
    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
  • 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 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
  • 53.1% heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (750 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    750 g vs 490 g
  • 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
  • 2.54x more expensive
    Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 WiFi (3GB + 32GB) is more expensive than the average tablet (£660 vs £260).
    £660 vs £260
  • 4.1% worse value for money
    Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 WiFi (3GB + 32GB) has worse value for money than the average tablet (7.26 vs 7.6).
    7.26 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
  • 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
  • 933 MHz slower RAM speed
    This tablet has a lower RAM speed than the average tablet (933 MHz vs 1,866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1,866 MHz.
    933 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • 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
  • 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
  • 18% slower GPU clock
    This tablet runs its GPU slower than the average tablet (533 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet runs its GPU at 650 MHz.
    533 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • 5% lower CPU speed
    This tablet has a lower CPU speed than the average tablet (1.9 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    1.9 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 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
  • 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
  • No backside-illuminated sensor
    This tablet does not have a BSI sensor, while the average tablet does. 52.6% of tablets have a BSI sensor.
  • 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
  • No face recognition
    This tablet does not have face recognition, the average tablet does. 56.4% of tablets support face recognition.
  • 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 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.
  • 53.1% heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (750 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    750 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

6.0
Booredatwork.com
≈ estimated
30/05/2014
Hands-on review · multiwindow, keyboard and battery tests
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 WiFi is well built with useful multitasking, but too pricey and heavy for most buyers.
9.0
TechEdit
≈ estimated
08/05/2014
Full review · battery, camera, performance and interface
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 WiFi is probably the favourite Android tablet right now, held back by a stuttering interface.
5.0
Jon Rettinger
≈ estimated
03/04/2014
Long-term test · 10 days as only tablet
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 WiFi is compromised and sometimes slow, and most buyers would be better served by cheaper options.
9.0
Luke DiMarco
≈ estimated
21/03/2014
Hands-on review · screen, stylus and multitasking tests
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 WiFi is recommended for creators and professionals, though the price will hold many buyers back.
9.0
The YouTube Tech Guy
≈ estimated
24/02/2014
Benchmark test · performance and battery use
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 WiFi posts strong benchmarks and smooth day-to-day use, with earlier slowdowns gone.
6.0
TechSmartt
≈ estimated
23/02/2014
Unboxing and review · a week of use
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 WiFi is good for multitasking and media, but it is not a business tablet and is hard to justify on price.
8.0
underKG
≈ estimated
16/02/2014
Hands-on review · performance, S Pen and multitasking
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 WiFi is a well-liked tablet overall, though its screen, speakers and battery leave room for improvement.
8.0
TechVideo
≈ estimated
12/01/2014
Hands-on review · multi-window and camera tests
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 WiFi is fun for everyday work and has a strong camera, though it is quite big.
10
Flossy Carter
✓ explicit
20/02/2014
Unboxing · first impressions and a week of use
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 WiFi impresses straight out of the box, with the full review still to come.
8.0
Digit
≈ estimated
12/03/2014
First look · unboxing and first impressions
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 WiFi is nicely built with a bright screen, but its large size is a question mark.
Overview video
Hands-on video, no verdict

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

7.7
cnet.com
✓ explicit
19/02/2014
Hands-on review · Work tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 is a feature-packed tablet that suits only serious users; laggy multitasking means it can't replace a workstation.
8.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
05/03/2014
Full review · Pen tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 is a well-equipped tablet best for S Pen users, but its creaky build and wide body are hard to live with.
7.0
digitaltrends.com
✓ explicit
23/08/2019
Full review · Big-screen tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 is big and pricey, but its roomy screen makes the S Pen and multitasking a strong pick for note-takers.
9.0
mobiletechreview.com
≈ estimated
19/02/2014
Editor review · Office tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 is a thin, bright, fast tablet for buyers who want big screen space, though it's awkward to one-hand and pricey.
6.0
reviewed.com
≈ estimated
19/06/2014
Hands-on test · Flagship tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 has strong hardware and an excellent S Pen, but TouchWiz software causes occasional hiccups, so it's hard to recommend for serious work.
7.0
time.com
≈ estimated
21/03/2014
Real-world test · Work tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 is a work-ready tablet for people leaving their laptop behind, though its plastic body feels flimsy and it is expensive.
6.0
t3.com
✓ explicit
21/02/2014
Hands-on test · Pen tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 has a bright screen and an excellent S Pen, but its Magazine home screen and plastic finish let it down.
7.0
pcmag.com
✓ explicit
21/02/2014
Hands-on test · Business tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 is the best Android tablet for getting work done, but at nearly Surface Pro 2 prices it cannot match full Windows machines.
7.0
computerworld.com
≈ estimated
07/03/2014
Hands-on test · Productivity tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 is a powerful, long-lasting tablet that almost replaces a laptop, though typing on its screen keyboard is hard.
8.0
trustedreviews.com
✓ explicit
06/01/2014
Full review · Business tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 suits power users who want an S Pen on a big screen, but its 750g weight and fuzzy screen hold it back.
9.0
wired.com
✓ explicit
14/03/2014
Full review · Big-screen tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Note Pro is a powerful, bright big-screen tablet, but its weight makes it better suited to power users than casual buyers.
phonearena.com
12/03/2014
Not graded yet
8.4
01net.com
✓ explicit
21/02/2014
Full review · Family entertainment tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 is a big, strong entertainment tablet with long battery life and a screen suited to films, though its interface can feel slightly sluggish.
8.0
frandroid.com
✓ explicit
12/12/2019
Hands-on test · Large Android tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 is a well-finished, feature-packed tablet with a stylus and four-app multitasking, but at 753g it is best used on a table.
7.0
tweakers.net
✓ explicit
19/02/2014
Hands-on test · Large tablet
Verdict
The Samsung NotePro 12.2 has a huge screen for drawing and video, but at 745g with occasional stutters, it is best kept on a table.
8.5
fwd.nl
✓ explicit
14/02/2014
Hands-on review · S Pen tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy NotePRO 12.2 has a precise S Pen and wide connections, but its screen picked up a scratch within a week.
7.5
androidplanet.nl
✓ explicit
31/03/2014
Full review · Large-screen tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 is a strong big-screen media tablet, but it stutters with many apps open and its battery life is only average.
8.0
nl.hardware.info
≈ estimated
25/02/2014
Lab test · Large Android tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 brings laptop-style work to a tablet, but its RGBW screen looks less sharp and it cannot run full Office.
9.0
gadgetgear.nl
✓ explicit
25/02/2014
Hands-on test · Business tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 is a large, premium-feeling tablet whose screen and four-app multitasking suit serious work, while Magazine UX still needs polish.
7.0
techzine.nl
≈ estimated
25/03/2014
Month-long test · Business use
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 suits business users who write with the S Pen, but a stuttering interface and crashing apps hold it back.

Third-party reviews

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

  • Large, high-resolution 12.2-inch display that is excellent for multitasking and media consumption.
  • Exceptional S Pen functionality with a large canvas that feels natural for drawing and note-taking.
  • Effective multitasking capabilities with Multi Window mode allowing up to four apps to run simultaneously.
  • Strong battery life that reliably lasts through a full workday for many users.
  • Premium features like MicroSD expansion and loud stereo speakers.
  • Thin and relatively lightweight design considering the massive screen size.

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

  • Software optimization issues (TouchWiz) lead to occasional stuttering and lag, even with high-end hardware.
  • High initial price point compared to many other tablet and laptop alternatives.
  • Unwieldy size for one-handed use or portability during travel.
  • Reflective screen and PenTile subpixel structure can occasionally affect outdoor visibility and fine detail sharpness.
  • Excessive pre-installed 'bloatware' that consumes significant internal storage.
  • Flimsy feel of the plastic faux-leather chassis, which some users felt did not match the 'Pro' branding.

Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 WiFi (SM-P900) is a productivity-focused tablet featuring a massive 12.2-inch WQXGA TFT display with a resolution of 2560 x 1600 pixels. It is powered by a Samsung Exynos 5 Octa processor (1.9GHz quad-core + 1.3GHz quad-core) paired with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage, expandable via a microSD slot. Key characteristics include the integrated S Pen stylus with pressure sensitivity and enhanced multitasking capabilities that allow users to run up to four apps simultaneously on one screen. Main pros highlighted by users include its vibrant, high-resolution display, long-lasting 9500mAh battery, and robust office software suite. However, notable cons include its bulky and heavy build (750g), making it difficult to hold with one hand, and occasional software lag despite the high-end specifications.

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