Samsung Galaxy Tab S7+ 12.4" T970 2021, SDM865+, 6GB, 128GB, Mystic Bronze

A flagship AMOLED screen at renewed prices, but the S Pen is a coin flip. Buy it for the display, not the accessories.

The Snapdragon 865+ and 6GB of RAM keep Android humming along nicely. It's not going to set benchmark records against the latest iPad Pro M5, but for everyday tasks, note-taking, and media consumption, it's smooth. The real surprise is DeX mode. Plug this into a monitor or just use it standalone, and you get a surprisingly functional desktop-like experience. The battery life is a mixed bag though. Some owners report solid endurance, while others complain about faster-than-expected drain and charging that disconnects during fast charge. That 32nd percentile battery ranking tells the story: it's a weak spot.

Against the iPad Pro M5, the Tab S7+ loses on raw performance and app ecosystem, but wins on display quality and expandable storage. The Microsoft Surface Pro 11th Edition is a better laptop replacement, but it's also way more expensive and runs Windows, which isn't everyone's cup of tea for a tablet. The Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus is a solid Android alternative with better battery, but the screen doesn't match Samsung's AMOLED. If you want the best Android tablet display without paying new prices, the S7+ renewed is the move.

Here's the thing: at full retail, this was a tough sell against the iPad Pro. But as a renewed unit, the value proposition flips. You're getting a flagship-tier screen and solid performance for significantly less than a new premium tablet. The catch is the S Pen gamble. If you get a working pen, it's a steal. If you get a counterfeit one, you're dealing with returns and frustration. For the price, it's worth the risk if you're patient.

The Galaxy Tab S7+ is Samsung's big swing at the premium Android tablet space, and honestly, it still lands a solid hit. The 12.4-inch AMOLED screen is the star here, sitting in the 94th percentile for display quality, which means it's one of the best panels you can get on a tablet right now. But this is a renewed unit, and that's where things get interesting. You're getting flagship hardware at a fraction of the original price, assuming you don't get burned by the S Pen lottery.

If you need all-day battery life or reliable accessories out of the box, this isn't it. The battery is mediocre and the S Pen situation is a genuine gamble. Go grab a new iPad or a Surface Pro instead if you can't deal with potential returns and replacements.

If you can live with the S Pen roulette and don't need all-day battery, the renewed Galaxy Tab S7+ is one of the best value plays in premium tablets right now. The screen alone justifies the purchase for media lovers and note-takers. Just inspect that S Pen the moment it arrives, and don't be shy about requesting a replacement if it's not pairing properly.