Samsung Galaxy Tab S8+ 12.4" S8+ Silver 2022
Samsung
75 Overall Score
vs
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" Surface Pro 11 Platinum 2024
Microsoft
81 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Samsung Galaxy Tab S8+ 12.4" S8+ Silver 2022
88 out of 100 low confidence 6 reviews
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S8+ is widely praised for its versatility, serving as a tablet, a mini-laptop via Dex mode, and a second screen for Windows. Users highlight the vivid display, excellent battery life, and superior stylus responsiveness compared to competitors. However, one review noted that the S-pen and power supply were not Samsung-branded, and packaging could be improved. Overall, it is considered a high-performance device ideal for media consumption, productivity, and creative work.
Pros
- Versatile tablet, Dex mode, and second screen
- Vivid and rich display
- Excellent battery life (9+ hours)
- Superior stylus responsiveness (2.8ms latency)
- Fast performance and solid hardware
Cons
- Non-Samsung S-pen and power supply in some units
- Packaging could be improved
Versatility 3
Display quality 4
Battery life 3
Stylus performance 2
Performance speed 3
Packaging and accessories 1
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" Surface Pro 11 Platinum 2024
No customer feedback yet
Scores
Entertainment
Reading
Student
Art Design
Productivity
Business
Specifications
| Samsung Galaxy Tab S8+ 12.4" S8+ | Microsoft Surface Pro 13" Surface Pro 11 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU | 2.5 GHz | Intel Core Ultra 7 268V★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | No data | |
| Cores | 8 | 10★ |
| GPU | — | Arc Graphics★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | No data | |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | — | LPDDR5X★ |
| Storage | 256 GB | 1 TB★ |
| Storage Type | — | SSD★ |
| Expandable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 12.4" | 13" |
| Resolution | 2800 px | 2880 px★ |
| Panel | OLED | OLED |
| Refresh Rate | — | 120 Hz★ |
| Brightness | — | 900 nits★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 7★ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | Bluetooth 5.4★ |
| USB-C | 1 | 2★ |
| Cellular | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stylus Model | S Pen | Surface Slim Pen |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Face Unlock | ✓ | ✓ |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.58 kg★ | 0.87 kg |
| Battery | — | 47 Wh★ |
| OS | Android 12 | Windows 11 Pro |
Pros & Cons
Samsung Galaxy Tab S8+ 12.4" S8+ Silver 2022
- Strong feature (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong cpu (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong gpu (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong screen (94th percentile)94th %ile
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" Surface Pro 11 Platinum 2024
- Strong screen (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong battery (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong storage (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong ram (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
Pricing
Samsung Galaxy Tab S8+ 12.4" S8+ Silver 2022
No current pricing available
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" Surface Pro 11 Platinum 2024
Verdict
Winner: Microsoft Surface Pro 13" Surface Pro 11
Scores 81 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 16 of 26 specs.