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Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£?RAM capacity:12 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:14.6 inchesChipset:?

Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra Review: Compare 168 technical specifications, 31 expert and video reviews and 18 best-of lists to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra
8.5/10

Overall score

Score
8.5/ 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 98% of models
Score components

35%

8.8

Technical score

30%

8.7

List score

25%

8.4

Reviews score

10%

?

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

★Better than 98% of tablets
?

Value for money

Value for money
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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%

8.5

Overall score

30%

?

Price

Price not known yet
8.8

Technical score

Technical score
8.8/ 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 96% of models
Score components

22%

8.7

Performance

20%

8.6

Display

16%

9.2

Camera

14%

8.7

Battery

12%

8.4

Connectivity

8%

9.5

Software

5%

8.8

Design

3%

8.3

Audio

★Better than 96%
8.4

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.4/ 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 86% of models

80%

8.3

Average grade

20%

8.8

Popularity

Grades by review (31)
16 reviews: 11 with a printed score, 5 estimated from the review. 15 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 86%
8.7

List score

List score
8.7/ 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 (18)
List score: in 18 of 145 lists (12%)
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Best rankings
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What reviewers say about the Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra

Based on 16 · 17

Reviewers praise the strong performance and desktop-style multitasking, but most feel it is overpriced and too large and heavy.
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Ranked #25 of 1,179 models in Tablets (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of tablet Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra

Technical score
Technical score
8.8/ 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
★ Better than 96% of models
Score components:

22%

8.7

Performance

20%

8.6

Display

16%

9.2

Camera

14%

8.7

Battery

12%

8.4

Connectivity

8%

9.5

Software

5%

8.8

Design

3%

8.3

Audio

8.8
Reviews score
8.4
List score
8.7
Value for money
Value for money
8.9/ 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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★ Better than 100% of models
Score components:

70%

8.5

Overall score

30%

?

Price

8.9
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
2960×1848
This tablet has a 2960×1848 screen, which is sharper than 91.7% of tablets and equal to 0.8% 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
OLED/AMOLED
This tablet uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 92.5% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
239 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 239 ppi, which is higher than 64.9% of tablets and equal to 0.6% of tablets.
Display glass type
?
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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
12 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 12 MP resolution, which is higher than 90.1% of tablets and equal to 6.2% of tablets.
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
1xxx
This tablet has 1xx optical zoom, which is stronger than 18.2% of tablets and equal to 80.9% of tablets.
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Battery capacity
11,600 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 11,600 mAh battery capacity, which is larger than 97.5% of tablets and equal to 0.2% of tablets.
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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What reviewers say
Operating system
?
Update support duration
long
This tablet offers long update support, which is longer than the support period of 80% of tablets and equal to that of 20% of tablets.
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
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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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
?
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What reviewers say

Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra 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
  • 4.5 inches larger screen
    This tablet has a larger screen than the average tablet (14.6 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    14.6 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • Better display type
    This tablet features a better display type than the average tablet (OLED/AMOLED vs IPS LCD). The average tablet uses IPS LCD display technology.
    OLED/AMOLED vs IPS LCD
  • 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
  • 75.8% larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a larger battery capacity than the average tablet (11,600 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    11,600 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • Sharper display
    This tablet has a sharper screen than the average tablet (2960×1848 vs 1920×1200).
    2,960×1,848 vs 1,920×1,200
  • 7 MP higher front resolution
    This tablet has a higher-resolution front camera than the average tablet (12 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    12 MP vs 5 MP
  • 20.0% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.4/ 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 86% of models

    80%

    8.3

    Average grade

    20%

    8.8

    Popularity

    Grades by review (31)
    16 reviews: 11 with a printed score, 5 estimated from the review. 15 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.
    8.4 vs 7.0
  • 10.1% higher list score
    List score
    8.7/ 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 (18)
    List score: in 18 of 145 lists (12%)
    8.7 vs 7.9
  • 18.3% better value for money
    Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra has better value for money than the average tablet (8.94 vs 7.6).
    8.94 vs 7.55
  • 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.
  • 8 more GPU execution units
    This tablet has more GPU execution units than the average tablet (12 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    12 vs 4
  • 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
  • Better display type
    This tablet features a better display type than the average tablet (OLED/AMOLED vs IPS LCD). The average tablet uses IPS LCD display technology.
    OLED/AMOLED vs IPS LCD
  • 4.5 inches larger screen
    This tablet has a larger screen than the average tablet (14.6 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    14.6 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • Sharper display
    This tablet has a sharper screen than the average tablet (2960×1848 vs 1920×1200).
    2,960×1,848 vs 1,920×1,200
  • More vivid contrast
    This tablet has more contrast than the average tablet (1,000,000:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    1,000,000:1 vs 1,015:1
  • Supports adaptive refresh rate
    This tablet has adaptive refresh rate, the average tablet does not. 17.7% of tablets support adaptive refresh rate.
  • Wider color gamut
    This tablet supports a wider color gamut than the average tablet (DCI-P3 vs sRGB). The average tablet covers sRGB color gamut.
    DCI-P3 vs sRGB
  • 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.
  • 8.1% sharper screen detail
    This tablet has sharper screen detail than the average tablet (239 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    239 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • 7 MP higher front resolution
    This tablet has a higher-resolution front camera than the average tablet (12 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    12 MP vs 5 MP
  • 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 PDAF
    This tablet supports PDAF, the average tablet does not. 28% of tablets support PDAF.
  • Supports manual shutter speed
    This tablet supports manual shutter speed, while the average tablet does not. 21.8% of tablets support manual shutter speed.
  • Manual focus control
    This tablet supports manual focus, while the average tablet does not. 36.9% of tablets support manual focus.
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 75.8% larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a larger battery capacity than the average tablet (11,600 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    11,600 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • 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
  • Newer Wi-Fi standard
    This tablet has a newer Wi-Fi standard than the average tablet (Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)).
    Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
  • 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
  • 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.
  • Longer update support
    This tablet offers longer update support than the average tablet (long vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    long vs medium
  • 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 app offloading
    This tablet supports app offloading, while the average tablet does not. 26.3% 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.
  • 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
  • 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.
  • Supports LDAC
    This tablet supports LDAC, the average tablet does not. 25.3% of tablets support LDAC.
  • Supports Bluetooth LE Audio
    This tablet supports Bluetooth LE Audio, the average tablet does not. 11.4% of tablets support Bluetooth LE Audio.
  • 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.
  • 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

7.0
Brad Colbow
≈ estimated
15/10/2026
Hands-on review · drawing, keyboard and price
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra's best feature is available for less if you find an S11 on sale.
7.0
FishBee Productions
≈ estimated
10/10/2026
Unboxing · battery test and first review
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra has a good battery and build, but its high price makes waiting for a sale worthwhile.
9.0
Flossy Carter
≈ estimated
10/10/2026
Hands-on review · unboxing, keyboard cover and app tests
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra is an excellent tablet worth buying, with strong speakers and a useful keyboard cover.
8.0
Android Digest
≈ estimated
07/10/2026
Hands-on review · performance, DeX and size
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra is a great tablet for the right buyer, especially at a good deal, though it is large and pricey.
9.0
GregglesTV
≈ estimated
04/10/2026
Hands-on review · cameras, apps, multitasking and speakers
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra is expensive, but a top pick for multitasking and video, and the best Android tablet.
9.0
Android Digest
≈ estimated
03/10/2026
Day in the life · everyday use, gaming and planning
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra is ideal for social media, streaming, planning and gaming, though it is not really suited to video editing.
7.0
Tech Spurt
≈ estimated
30/09/2026
Long-term test · over a week of daily use
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra is hard to justify as an upgrade from a recent model, and the previous generation may save money.
7.0
Built 4 Tech
≈ estimated
10/10/2026
First look · unboxing and hands-on tests
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra is not worth upgrading from the S11 Ultra, but useful for heavy workspace needs.
7.0
swipe or snipe
≈ estimated
02/10/2026
Hands-on review · one week of work, gaming and sketching
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra gives no reason to upgrade from the S11 Ultra, but is a great tablet if you are coming from an older one.
8.0
Android Digest
≈ estimated
01/10/2026
First impressions · price, value and comparison
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra is worth buying if you want a large Android tablet, though the price increase brings little extra value.
7.0
SamMobile
≈ estimated
30/09/2026
First impressions · hands-on with keyboard and multitasking
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra is not a big upgrade over last year's model, but it is interesting for anyone wanting a tablet-laptop hybrid.
9.5
sakitech
≈ estimated
30/09/2026
First look · unboxing · speaker and S Pen tests
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra is the best Android tablet on the market for new buyers, though owners of the previous model need not upgrade.
More graded video reviews (1)
creator’s own scoreestimated by us

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

9.0
pcmag.com
✓ explicit
30/09/2026
Lab test · Battery and speed
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra is a big, slim Android tablet that outlasts the iPad Pro by hours, but it is slower than Apple's tablet in benchmarks.
8.0
trustedreviews.com
✓ explicit
30/09/2026
Hands-on review · Big-screen productivity
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra is the best big-screen Android tablet for work, with a DeX desktop mode and S Pen, but it changes little from last year's model.
9.0
gsmarena.com
✓ explicit
01/11/2026
Lab test · Largest Android tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra is a thin, IP68-rated 14.6-inch tablet with a faster chip, but it keeps the front camera notch and ships without a charger.
9.0
engadget.com
✓ explicit
30/09/2026
Hands-on review · Premium Android tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra is the best premium Android tablet, with an OLED screen and long battery life, though it's expensive and has only one port.
7.0
sammobile.com
≈ estimated
17/10/2026
Hands-on review · Work-focused tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra suits browser-based writing and research, but its DeX windows don't turn Android apps into full desktop software, so check your essential apps first.
9.0
gsmarena.com
≈ estimated
Not Dated
Lab test · Display and battery
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra has a very bright screen and battery life matching last year's, but its speakers are boomy and lack treble.
8.0
t3.com
✓ explicit
09/10/2026
Hands-on review · Laptop alternative
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra is the top Android tablet with a huge screen, but it barely changes from last year, making the Tab S11 Ultra the smarter buy.
9.0
androidheadlines.com
✓ explicit
19/10/2026
Hands-on review · Three-week test
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra is the best Android tablet on sale, with performance to match its display, but it's pricey and has only one USB-C port.
8.0
expertreviews.co.uk
✓ explicit
30/09/2026
Lab test · Productivity tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra is a fast, bright tablet that can replace a laptop with its keyboard, but many Android apps still don't suit the huge screen.
8.8
netzwelt.de
✓ explicit
25/10/2026
Lab test · Android flagship tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra is a fast, large Android tablet that feels like a notebook with the Pro Keyboard, but it does not beat the iPad Pro.
9.4
chip.de
✓ explicit
26/10/2026
Lab test · Display and battery
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra is a capable, long-lasting tablet, but its glossy OLED screen has no anti-glare coating and suits indoor use.
9.0
connect.de
✓ explicit
13/10/2026
Lab test · Keyboard and display
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra is a fast Android tablet with an excellent Pro Keyboard, but its glossy screen and small gains over last year limit it.
8.0
netzwelt.de
≈ estimated
30/09/2026
Hands-on test · Big-screen Android tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra is a huge, fast tablet that feels like a notebook with its keyboard, but its weight and glossy screen trail the iPad Pro.
9.0
todoandroid.es
≈ estimated
14/10/2026
Full review · Premium Android tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra is a fast, thin laptop stand-in for creative work, held back by a tall screen format and a single USB-C port.
9.0
hwupgrade.it
≈ estimated
Not Dated
Lab test · Display and camera
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra has a color-accurate screen and good tablet cameras, but it lasts only 8.5 hours in testing and costs like a premium laptop.
9.3
androidworld.nl
✓ explicit
17/10/2026
Review · Movies and gaming
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra suits movies, games and heavy apps with its long battery life, though it lacks a keyboard and takes weak photos.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra

  • The 14.6-inch OLED screen gives plenty of room for drawing and films.
  • The screen adjusts its refresh rate up to 120 Hz for smooth scrolling.
  • An 11600 mAh battery covers long days of reading or drawing.
  • Pen latency of 2.8 ms makes the line follow the pen closely.
  • Four speakers give fuller sound for films.
  • 12 GB of memory and 256 GB of storage cover heavy use.

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

  • There is no 3.5 mm headphone jack.
  • At 14.6 inches it is large for a bag or a train seat.
  • There is no 5G, so it relies on Wi-Fi away from home.
  • Handheld video shakes more without optical image stabilization.

Verdict

Its 14.6-inch OLED screen is the first thing you notice on the Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra, with deep blacks and a wide color range. The screen runs at up to 120 Hz and adjusts its speed to the content, so it can slow down on still pages. The battery is 11600 mAh, large for a tablet and suited to long days of reading or drawing. Pen latency is 2.8 ms, so the line follows your pen closely. It has 12 GB of memory and 256 GB of storage. It is rated IP68 and has four speakers. The trade-off is the size: at 14.6 inches it is a large tablet, and it has no 3.5 mm headphone jack. It suits a buyer who wants a big screen for drawing and films.

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