Lenovo Idea Tab Plus 12.1" Idea Tab Plus Luna grey 2025
Samsung Galaxy Tab 8" Active3 Black 2021
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 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 However, users note inconsistent accessories with refurbished units, outdated software requiring many updates, and mediocre battery life of 4-5 hours.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- Outdated software requiring many updates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 Idea Tab Plus 12.1" Idea Tab Plus | Samsung Galaxy Tab 8" Active3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU | AMD Ryzen 5 1600★ | 2.7 GHz |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | No data | |
| Cores | 8★ | — |
| GPU | Arm Mali-G57 MC2 GPU★ | — |
| GPU Benchmark Score | No data | |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 64 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR4X★ | — |
| Storage | 128 GB★ | 64 GB |
| Storage Type | UFS | — |
| Expandable | ✓★ | — |
| Display | ||
| Size | 12.1" | 8" |
| Resolution | 2560 px★ | 1280 px |
| Panel | IPS★ | — |
| Refresh Rate | 90 Hz★ | — |
| Brightness | 800 nits★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| 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 | IP68 |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.53 kg | 0.43 kg★ |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 10 |
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 8" Active3 Black 2021
- Strong ram (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong connectivity (67th percentile)
- Below average screen (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average storage (30th percentile)
- Below average battery (30th percentile)
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 74 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 14 of 26 specs.
