Explore the Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Series: Tab S12+ vs. Tab S12 Ultra
The tablet market continues to evolve, and with Samsung's recent launch of the Galaxy Tab S12 series, the excitement among tech enthusiasts and casual users alike is palpable. As we dissect these two flagship models—the Galaxy Tab S12+ and the Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra—let's examine their features, specifications, and whether they're worth your investment. With notable upgrades and a few omissions, the question remains: which one will capture your interest?
Last year, the global tablet market saw an 8.5% increase in Q1, as consumers began to update devices acquired during the pandemic. Apple maintained its lead with 13.7 million units shipped, marking a 14% increase, while Samsung shipped around half that number at 6.6 million, reflecting a decline of 5.2%. Historically, Samsung launches its flagship tablets in late Q3 or early Q4, with the Tab S12 series making its debut recently. This decline in shipments highlights the importance of fresh offerings from Samsung.
A quick comparison with the previous Tab S11 Ultra indicates a modest upgrade in the chipset while Samsung has opted to eliminate the base 128GB version that many appreciated, especially considering the tablets support microSD expansion.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra
The Tab S12 Ultra features a chipset upgrade; however, it's worth noting that Samsung has not included the latest MediaTek offerings. Instead, it utilizes the Dimensity 9500, which, while impressive, is outpaced by the recently announced Dimensity 9600 Pro. The 9500 chipset does provide solid performance improvements, with a 32% upgrade in single-core performance and enhancements in multi-core efficiency, alongside a GPU that shows a 33% performance increase compared to its predecessor.
Despite maintaining the same battery capacity of 11,600 mAh as the S11 Ultra, users were hopeful for enhancements from the new chipset. Results appeared similar to its predecessor, yet still commendable. The starting price for the Tab S12 Ultra is $1,400 / €1,540 / ₹150,000 for the base 12/256 GB model.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S12+
The Tab S12+ retains a 12.4” display, slightly expanding to 12.6” for this iteration—merely a 3% increase in surface area. The battery capacity has seen a slight increase to 10,600 mAh from 10,090 mAh, which is less significant given the current trends in device power management.
Interestingly, Samsung has removed the 8MP ultra-wide camera present on the Tab S10+, an aspect that may be overlooked on a tablet but nonetheless noteworthy. The Tab S12+ begins at $1,200 / €1,300 / ₹130,000. When compared to the 11” iPad Pro priced similarly, which includes Apple's powerful M5 chip, many may weigh their options heavily.
The question arises: will the Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra’s higher pricing and specifications justify the investment, or does the S12+ stand out as a better option for the value-conscious consumer? Let’s dive into the details and see how these models fare in this competitive landscape.
Now, we invite you to participate in our polls: Do you have a need for a large flagship tablet? Is the Tab S12 Ultra the perfect fit for you? Alternatively, does the slightly more affordable Galaxy Tab S12+ appeal to your budget and requirements?
