Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus 12.7" ZAEG0096US Seashell 2025
Samsung Galaxy Tab 8" Active3 Black 2021
What Buyers Say
Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus 12.7" ZAEG0096US Seashell 2025
The Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus is widely praised for its excellent value, bundling a premium tablet with keyboard, pen, and stand at a competitive price. Users love the vibrant 144Hz display, powerful Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 performance, and impressive Harman Kardon speakers. However, some criticize the software experience, noting glitches, a lackluster AI, and limited storage expansion, while a few mention thermal throttling during gaming and a finicky stylus connection.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Included keyboard and pen
- Vibrant 144Hz display
- Powerful Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
- Impressive Harman Kardon speakers
Cons
- Software glitches and bugs
- Limited storage, no microSD
- AI features underwhelming
- Thermal throttling during gaming
- Stylus connection issues
Samsung Galaxy Tab 8" Active3 Black 2021
The Samsung Galaxy Tab Active3 is generally well-received for its speed, durability, and rugged design, making it a solid choice for work or kids. However, users note inconsistent accessories with refurbished units, outdated software requiring many updates, and mediocre battery life of 4-5 hours. A few mention software quirks like browser resets and note deletion, while call functionality is limited to internet-based apps.
Pros
- Fast performance
- Durable and rugged design
- Easy setup
- Supports multiple user accounts
- Dual SIM capability
Cons
- Inconsistent accessories with refurbished units
- Outdated software requiring many updates
- Mediocre battery life (4-5 hours)
- Software bug: browser resets to Samsung Internet
- Software bug: deletes notes
Scores
Specifications
| Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus 12.7" ZAEG0096US | Samsung Galaxy Tab 8" Active3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | 2.7 GHz |
| Cores | 1★ | — |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 16 GB | 64 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR5X★ | — |
| Storage | 256 GB★ | 64 GB |
| Storage Type | UFS | — |
| Expandable | ✗ | — |
| Display | ||
| Size | 12.7" | 8" |
| Resolution | 2944 px★ | 1280 px |
| Panel | LCD | — |
| Refresh Rate | 144 Hz★ | — |
| Brightness | 900 nits★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7★ | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4★ | Bluetooth |
| USB-C | 1★ | — |
| Cellular | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stylus Model | Lenovo Tab Pen Pro | S Pen |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✓ | ✓ |
| Face Unlock | ✓★ | — |
| IP Rating | — | IP68 |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.64 kg | 0.43 kg★ |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 10 |
Pros & Cons
Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus 12.7" ZAEG0096US Seashell 2025
- Strong screen (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong feature (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong ram (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong connectivity (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Below average cpu (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
- Below average gpu (5th percentile)5th %ile
Samsung Galaxy Tab 8" Active3 Black 2021
- Strong ram (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong connectivity (68th percentile)
- Below average screen (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average battery (30th percentile)
- Below average storage (30th percentile)
Pricing
Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus 12.7" ZAEG0096US Seashell 2025
Samsung Galaxy Tab 8" Active3 Black 2021
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 64 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 10 of 23 specs.
