Lenovo Idea Tab Plus 12.1" Idea Tab Plus Luna grey 2025
Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 9.7" SASM-T820NZSAXAR Silver 2017
What Buyers Say
Lenovo Idea Tab Plus 12.1" Idea Tab Plus Luna grey 2025
Users are overwhelmingly positive about this tablet, praising its excellent screen, audio, and smooth multitasking performance for the price. The included pen and magnetic folio case are standout features that enhance usability for drawing and everyday tasks. While some note a slight initial lag when apps load, the device quickly becomes snappy and is considered unbeatable value, especially when on sale around $200.
Pros
- Excellent screen quality
- Great audio and speakers
- Smooth multitasking performance
- Included pen for drawing
- Magnetic folio case
Cons
- Slight initial lag when loading apps
- Cannot connect to TV via HDMI
- Not as fast as flagship phones
Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 9.7" SASM-T820NZSAXAR Silver 2017
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 receives mixed feedback. While many users praise its vivid screen, good build quality, and the included S Pen, several verified buyers report serious issues like overheating, battery failure, missing accessories, and misleading listings. Customer service experiences vary widely, from excellent support to complete neglect.
Pros
- Vivid and bright screen
- Good build quality
- Included S Pen
- Fast performance for age
- Good cameras
Cons
- Missing S Pen or accessories
- Overheating issues
- Battery not charging fully
- Misleading listings (carrier-locked)
- Poor customer service from some sellers
Scores
Specifications
| Lenovo Idea Tab Plus 12.1" Idea Tab Plus | Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 9.7" SASM-T820NZSAXAR | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU | AMD Ryzen 5 1600★ | 1.6 GHz Snapdragon |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | No data | |
| Cores | 8★ | 4 |
| GPU | Arm Mali-G57 MC2 GPU★ | — |
| GPU Benchmark Score | No data | |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 8 GB★ | 4 GB |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR4X★ | — |
| Storage | 128 GB★ | 32 GB |
| Storage Type | UFS | SSD★ |
| Expandable | ✓★ | — |
| Display | ||
| Size | 12.1" | 9.7" |
| Resolution | 2560 px★ | 2048 px |
| Panel | IPS | AMOLED★ |
| Refresh Rate | 90 Hz★ | — |
| Brightness | 800 nits★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | 802.11abg |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.2★ | Bluetooth |
| USB-C | 1★ | — |
| Cellular | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stylus Model | Lenovo Tab Pen | S Pen |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✗ | — |
| Face Unlock | ✗ | — |
| IP Rating | IP52 | — |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.53 kg | 0.43 kg★ |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 9 |
Pros & Cons
Lenovo Idea Tab Plus 12.1" Idea Tab Plus Luna grey 2025
- Strong gpu (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong social proof (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong screen (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong battery (89th percentile)89th %ile
Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 9.7" SASM-T820NZSAXAR Silver 2017
- Strong screen (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong social proof (69th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (9th percentile)9th %ile
- Below average cpu (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average storage (16th percentile)16th %ile
- Below average gpu (16th percentile)16th %ile
Verdict
Scores 73 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 14 of 26 specs.