Lenovo Idea Tab Plus 12.1" Idea Tab Plus Luna grey 2025
Samsung Galaxy Tab S8+ 12.4" S8+ Silver 2022
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 S8+ 12.4" S8+ Silver 2022
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
Scores
Specifications
| Lenovo Idea Tab Plus 12.1" Idea Tab Plus | Samsung Galaxy Tab S8+ 12.4" S8+ | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU | AMD Ryzen 5 1600★ | 2.5 GHz |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | No data | |
| Cores | 8 | 8 |
| GPU | Arm Mali-G57 MC2 GPU★ | — |
| GPU Benchmark Score | No data | |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR4X★ | — |
| Storage | 128 GB | 256 GB★ |
| Storage Type | UFS | — |
| Expandable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 12.1" | 12.4" |
| Resolution | 2560 px | 2800 px★ |
| Panel | IPS | OLED★ |
| Refresh Rate | 90 Hz★ | — |
| Brightness | 800 nits★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 6E★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.2 | 5.2 |
| USB-C | 1 | 1 |
| Cellular | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stylus Model | Lenovo Tab Pen | S Pen |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Face Unlock | ✗ | ✓★ |
| IP Rating | IP52 | — |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.53 kg★ | 0.58 kg |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 12 |
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 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
Pricing
Verdict
Both products are closely matched - Lenovo Idea Tab Plus 12.1" Idea Tab Plus wins 8 specs while Samsung Galaxy Tab S8+ 12.4" S8+ wins 6.
