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Samsung Galaxy Tab S12+ review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£1,060RAM capacity:12 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:12.6 inchesChipset:?

Samsung Galaxy Tab S12+ Review: Compare 168 technical specifications, 13 expert and video reviews and 5 best-of lists to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S12+
8.1/10

Overall score

Score
8.1/ 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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★ Better than 92% of models
Score components

35%

8.3

Technical score

30%

8.2

List score

25%

8.2

Reviews score

10%

?

Sentiment scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 6.9, the mark of a weaker model in this category

★Better than 92% of tablets
7.2

Value for money

Value for money
7.2/ 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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▼ Worse than 72% of models
Score components

70%

8.1

Overall score

30%

4.9

Price

▼Worse than 72%
8.3

Technical score

Technical score
8.3/ 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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▲ Better than 89% of models
Score components

22%

8.7

Performance

20%

8.1

Display

16%

8.3

Camera

14%

8.0

Battery

12%

8.1

Connectivity

8%

9.1

Software

5%

8.7

Design

3%

7.5

Audio

▲Better than 89%
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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▲ Better than 74% of models

80%

8.3

Average grade

20%

8.0

Popularity

Grades by review (13)
13 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.
▲Better than 74%
8.2

List score

List score
8.2/ 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 (5)
List score: in 5 of 142 lists (4%)
★Better than 97%
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What reviewers say about the Samsung Galaxy Tab S12+

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Reviewers agree performance is excellent and battery life strong, while the cameras disappoint and opinions on the S Pen are split.
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Ranked #53 of 1,179 models in Tablets (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of tablet Samsung Galaxy Tab S12+

Technical score
Technical score
8.3/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 89% of models
Score components:

22%

8.7

Performance

20%

8.1

Display

16%

8.3

Camera

14%

8.0

Battery

12%

8.1

Connectivity

8%

9.1

Software

5%

8.7

Design

3%

7.5

Audio

8.3
Reviews score
8.2
List score
8.2
Value for money
Value for money
7.2/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 72% of models
Score components:

70%

8.1

Overall score

30%

4.9

Price

7.2
RAM capacity
12 GB
Market range: <2 GB – >12 GB
This tablet has 12 GB of RAM, which is more than 90.1% of tablets and equal to 6.1% of tablets.
Process node
3 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 3 nm process, which is smaller than 96.6% of tablets and equal to 3.4% of tablets.
Internal storage
256 GB
Market range: <0 GB – >250 GB
This tablet has 256 GB of internal storage, which is more than 76.4% of tablets and equal to 15.8% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
?
Chipset
?
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What reviewers say
Screen resolution
2800×1752
This tablet has a 2800×1752 screen, which is sharper than 87.9% of tablets and equal to 0.6% of tablets.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >120 Hz
This tablet has a 120 Hz screen, which is smoother than 80.3% of tablets and equal to 10.9% of tablets.
Display type
?
Pixel density
262 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 262 ppi, which is higher than 70.4% of tablets and equal to 0.3% of tablets.
Display glass type
?
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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
13 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a rear camera with 13 MP resolution, which is higher than 73.9% of tablets and equal to 21.7% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
?
Main camera aperture
f/2.0
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/2.0, which is wider than 57.4% of tablets and equal to 24.7% of tablets.
Optical zoom
?
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What reviewers say
Battery capacity
?
Charging speed
45 W
Market range: <10 W – >60 W
This tablet charges at 45 W, which is faster than 83.8% of tablets and equal to 6.7% of tablets.
Battery life
?
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets offer this.
Fast charging
yes
This tablet supports fast charging. 43.2% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
LTE support
?
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
?
NFC
no
This tablet does not include NFC. 10.8% of tablets offer this.
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Operating system
?
Update support duration
?
Direct OS updates
yes
This tablet supports direct OS updates. 20.3% of tablets offer this.
On-device AI
yes
This tablet supports on-device AI. 71.7% 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
IP68
This tablet's IP rating is IP68, which is more protected than 94.6% of tablets and the same as 3.5% of tablets.
Weight
?
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
?
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What reviewers say
Number of microphones
3
Market range: <0 – >5
This tablet has a microphone array of 3, which is more than 87.8% of tablets and equal to 5.3% of tablets.
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this.
Dolby Atmos support
yes
This tablet supports Dolby Atmos. 68.7% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
4
Market range: <1 – >6
This tablet includes 4 speakers, which is more than in 70.8% of tablets and equal to the number in 22.9% 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 Tab S12+ vs the average tablet

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  • 2x faster refresh rate
    This tablet has a faster refresh rate than the average tablet (120 Hz vs 60 Hz). The average tablet has a 60 Hz refresh rate.
    120 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • 8 GB more RAM
    This tablet has more RAM than the average tablet (12 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 4 GB
  • 4x more internal storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (256 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    256 GB vs 64 GB
  • 2.5 inches larger screen
    This tablet has a larger screen than the average tablet (12.6 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    12.6 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • Faster storage type
    This tablet uses UFS storage, while the average tablet uses eMMC. Storage technology still varies widely across tablets.
    UFS vs eMMC
  • 2.5x faster charging
    This tablet charges faster than the average tablet (45 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    45 W vs 18 W
  • Better main-camera video
    This tablet supports better main-camera video recording than the average tablet (2160x30 fps vs 1080x30 fps). The average tablet supports 1080x30 fps main-camera video recording.
    2160x30 fps vs 1080x30 fps
  • Sharper display
    This tablet has a sharper screen than the average tablet (2800×1752 vs 1920×1200).
    2,800×1,752 vs 1,920×1,200
  • 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
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▲ Better than 74% of models

    80%

    8.3

    Average grade

    20%

    8.0

    Popularity

    Grades by review (13)
    13 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
  • 8 GB more RAM
    This tablet has more RAM than the average tablet (12 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 4 GB
  • 4x more internal storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (256 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    256 GB vs 64 GB
  • Faster storage type
    This tablet uses UFS storage, while the average tablet uses eMMC. Storage technology still varies widely across tablets.
    UFS vs eMMC
  • 78.6% smaller process node
    This tablet has a smaller process node than the average tablet (3 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet is built on 14 nm.
    3 nm vs 14 nm
  • Includes neural engine
    This tablet includes a neural engine, the average tablet does not. 25.6% of tablets include a neural engine.
  • 2x faster refresh rate
    This tablet has a faster refresh rate than the average tablet (120 Hz vs 60 Hz). The average tablet has a 60 Hz refresh rate.
    120 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • 2.5 inches larger screen
    This tablet has a larger screen than the average tablet (12.6 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    12.6 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • Sharper display
    This tablet has a sharper screen than the average tablet (2800×1752 vs 1920×1200).
    2,800×1,752 vs 1,920×1,200
  • 18.6% sharper screen detail
    This tablet has sharper screen detail than the average tablet (262 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    262 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • Supports HDR10+
    This tablet supports HDR10+, while the average tablet does not. 8% of tablets support HDR10+.
  • Supports HDR10
    This tablet supports HDR10, while the average tablet does not. 21.7% of tablets support HDR10.
  • Better main-camera video
    This tablet supports better main-camera video recording than the average tablet (2160x30 fps vs 1080x30 fps). The average tablet supports 1080x30 fps main-camera video recording.
    2160x30 fps vs 1080x30 fps
  • 5 MP higher rear resolution
    This tablet has a higher-resolution rear camera than the average tablet (13 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a rear camera of 8 MP.
    13 MP vs 8 MP
  • Supports manual ISO
    This tablet supports manual ISO, while the average tablet does not. 45.9% of tablets support manual ISO.
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This tablet has a wider main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's main camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Built-in camera flash
    This tablet has a camera flash, while the average tablet does not. 45.5% of tablets have one.
  • 2.5x faster charging
    This tablet charges faster than the average tablet (45 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    45 W vs 18 W
  • Supports DisplayPort over USB-C
    This tablet supports DisplayPort over USB-C, the average tablet does not. 21.3% of tablets support DisplayPort over USB-C.
  • More Wi-Fi bands
    This tablet supports more Wi-Fi bands than the average tablet (2.4GHz/5GHz/6GHz vs 2.4GHz/5GHz). The average tablet supports 2.4GHz/5GHz Wi-Fi bands.
    2.4GHz/5GHz/6GHz vs 2.4GHz/5GHz
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This tablet has a newer Bluetooth version than the average tablet (5.3 vs 5).
    5.3 vs 5.0
  • 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.
  • Includes on-device AI
    This tablet includes on-device AI, the average tablet does not. 28.3% of tablets include on-device AI.
  • Supports live text recognition
    This tablet supports live text recognition, while the average tablet does not. 35.1% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports dynamic themes
    This tablet supports dynamic themes, while the average tablet does not. 29.5% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports extra dim mode
    This tablet supports extra dim mode, while the average tablet does not. 35.9% of tablets offer this.
  • Includes clipboard warnings
    This tablet has clipboard warnings, the average tablet does not. 40.3% of tablets include clipboard warnings.
  • More dust and water protection
    This tablet offers better dust and water protection than the average tablet (IP68 vs not rated).
    IP68 vs not rated
  • 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.
  • 2 more speakers
    This tablet has more speakers than the average tablet (4 vs 2). The average tablet has 2 speakers.
    4 vs 2
  • 2 more microphones
    This tablet has more microphones than the average tablet (3 vs 1). The average tablet's microphone count is 1.
    3 vs 1
  • Supports Dolby Atmos
    This tablet supports Dolby Atmos, the average tablet does not. 31.3% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
  • No headphone jack
    This tablet does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack, while the average tablet does. 72.8% of tablets offer this.
  • 4.08x more expensive
    Samsung Galaxy Tab S12+ is more expensive than the average tablet (£1,060 vs £260).
    £1,060 vs £260
  • 5.3% worse value for money
    Samsung Galaxy Tab S12+ has worse value for money than the average tablet (7.17 vs 7.6).
    7.17 vs 7.55
  • 4.08x more expensive
    Samsung Galaxy Tab S12+ is more expensive than the average tablet (£1,060 vs £260).
    £1,060 vs £260
  • 5.3% worse value for money
    Samsung Galaxy Tab S12+ has worse value for money than the average tablet (7.17 vs 7.6).
    7.17 vs 7.55
  • No headphone jack
    This tablet does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack, while the average tablet does. 72.8% of tablets offer this.

Video reviews

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

8.0
HardReset.Info
≈ estimated
28/10/2026
Gaming test · three games, heat and battery checks
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab S12+ keeps performance stable and smooth, though its large screen may not suit everyone.
9.0
NL Tech
≈ estimated
28/10/2026
Hands-on review · performance, display measurements and software
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab S12+ is a great upgrade for owners of older Plus models, with strong performance and battery life.
8.0
Android Digest
≈ estimated
18/10/2026
Hands-on review · upgrade advice, pen and battery use
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab S12+ is a good tablet for the right buyer: worth upgrading from older Galaxy models, less so from newer ones.
9.0
TechDaily
≈ estimated
15/10/2026
Unboxing and hands-on review · keyboard, speakers and hardware
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab S12+ is the Galaxy tablet to buy now, especially if you plan to keep it for years.
8.0
Ivan Kam
≈ estimated
12/10/2026
Hands-on review · two weeks of use and testing
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab S12+ is better as a tablet than as a laptop replacement, and worth buying if you have a trade-in.
8.0
FishBee Productions
≈ estimated
11/10/2026
Unboxing · battery test · first impressions
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab S12+ could be the right buy, especially during sales, with better battery life and performance than last year's model.
9.0
Josh Quiñonez
≈ estimated
10/10/2026
Gaming test · games, Remote Play and battery
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab S12+ offers smooth gaming, though Remote Play depends on a strong Wi-Fi connection.
9.0
Born Creator
≈ estimated
08/10/2026
Detailed review · AI features and palm rejection test
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab S12+ offers good AI features and reliable palm rejection, and the reviewer recommends it.
9.0
Josh Quiñonez
≈ estimated
07/10/2026
One-week review · daily use and battery
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab S12+ impressed in a week of use, with a beautiful screen and good battery life.
9.5
Mark's Tech
≈ estimated
05/10/2026
Hands-on review · drawing, multitasking and battery use
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab S12+ is the easiest pick in Samsung's lineup, offering most of the Ultra's appeal in a smaller size.
9.0
Richard Wong
≈ estimated
30/09/2026
Long-term test · two weeks of daily use
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab S12+ is a large, well-rounded premium tablet with no major compromises, though charging is slow.
7.0
The Tech Shed
≈ estimated
30/09/2026
Hands-on review · weeks of use, performance and battery tests
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab S12+ is a solid all-round tablet with strong performance, but it is more of a refinement than a real step forward.
More graded video reviews (3)
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Samsung Galaxy Tab S12+

  • 12 GB of memory keeps many apps open at once.
  • The 120 Hz screen makes scrolling and pen strokes feel smooth.
  • 256 GB of storage leaves room for photos, films and games.
  • The IP68 rating protects it from rain and a short dip in water.
  • A stylus comes in the box.
  • 45 W charging refills the battery quickly.

What customers don't like about Samsung Galaxy Tab S12+

  • There is no 3.5 mm headphone jack.
  • There is no 5G, so it needs Wi-Fi away from home.
  • The 13 MP main camera has no optical image stabilization, so shaky video looks rougher.
  • It has no phase-detection autofocus, so the camera is slower to lock onto a subject.
  • It has no adaptive refresh rate, so the 120 Hz screen runs at full speed even on a still page.

Verdict

12 GB of memory and a 12.6-inch screen set the Samsung Galaxy Tab S12+ apart from lighter tablets. It is built for people who draw, take notes and run two apps side by side. The screen runs at 120 Hz, so scrolling and pen strokes look smooth, and the stylus comes in the box. Storage is 256 GB, which is enough for a large photo library and a few games. It is rated IP68, so a splash or a short dip in water will not hurt it, and it charges at 45 W, which fills the battery quickly. The trade-off is the headphone jack: there is none, so wired headphones need an adapter. It suits a buyer who wants a premium tablet for drawing and work and already owns wireless earbuds.

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