Is the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 11-inch 128 GB Tablet Worth Buying?

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 tablet is one of Samsung’s flagship tablet devices that offers a sleek and premium design, top-of-the-line specs, and the latest software experience. 

With its release in March 2022, the Galaxy Tab S8 comes equipped with the Android 12 Operating System, which provides users with access to the latest features and security updates. Additionally, the tablet is eligible for an upgrade to Android 13, further enhancing its capabilities and performance. 

The question of whether the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 is suitable for you or not will largely depend on your needs and preferences in a tablet device.

In this article, I will be discussing some of the key specifications and features of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 11-inch 128 GB tablet that might help you decide if it will be worth buying for you or not.

Overview of the features and specifications of the Galaxy Tab S8

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 comes with features and specifications that give it a good first-time impression. 

Comparison to Similar Tablets on the Market

In this section, we will be comparing the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 to the Galaxy Tab S7. 

Design

Both tablets have the same dimensions of 253.8 mm x 165.3 mm x 6.3 mm (9.99 in x 6.51 in x 0.25 inches).

Weight

Samsung Galaxy Tab S7

• 498 g / 1.0lbs (Wi-Fi), 
• 500 g / 1.10lbs (LTE), 
• 502 g / 1.11lbs (5G)

Samsung Galaxy Tab S8

• 503 g/1.11 lbs (Wi-Fi)
• 507 g/ 1.12 lbs (5G)

Colours

Samsung Galaxy Tab S7

• Mystic Black 
• Mystic Bronze
• Mystic Silver 
• Phantom Navy

Samsung Galaxy Tab S8

• Graphite
• Silver 
• Pink Gold

Display

For their display, both tablets have the same specifications, which are:

• Type: TFT LCD, HDR10+ 
• Refresh rate: 120Hz
• Size: 11.0 inches (350.9 cm²)
• Screen-to-body ratio: 83.6%
• Resolution 1600 x 2560 pixels, 
• Aspect ratio: 16:10 ratio
• Pixel density: 274ppi
• Screen protection: Corning Gorilla Glass 5

Camera

Samsung Galaxy Tab S7

• Rear camera: 13 MP wide (f/2.0, 26 mm, 1/3.4″, 1.0 µm, AF) camera
• 5 MP ultrawide (f/2.2, 12 mm, 1.12 µm) camera
• Features: HDR, panorama
• Video quality: 4K @ 30fps
• Front camera: 8 MP wide (f/2.0, 26 mm, 1/4″, 1.12 µm) camera
• Video quality: 1080p@30fps

Samsung Galaxy Tab S8

• Rear camera: 13 MP wide (f/2.0, 26 mm, 1/3.4″, 1.0 µm, AF) camera
• 6 MP ultrawide (f/2.2) camera
• Features: LED flash, HDR, and panorama
• Video quality: 4K @ 30fps
• Front camera: Dual 12 MP ultrawide (f/2.4, 120˚) camera
• Feature: HDR
• Video quality: 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps

Battery

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 and Tab S8 also have the same battery specs:

• Type: Non-removable Li-Po 8000mAh battery
• Charging: 45W wired fast charge to give you 100% in 80 minutes (1 hour 20 minutes)
• Battery Life: 13 hours 16 minutes while surfing with your Wi-Fi

Internal storage

Samsung Galaxy Tab S7

This tablet comes in the following storage options:

• 6 GB RAM + 128 GB built-in memory
• 8 GB RAM + 256 GB built-in memory
• 8 GB RAM + 512 GB built-in memory

Samsung Galaxy Tab S8

• 8 GB RAM + 128 GB built-in memory
• 8 GB RAM + 256 GB built-in memory
• 12 GB RAM + 512 GB built-in memory

Processor

Samsung Galaxy Tab S7

• OS: Android 10 (upgradable to Android 12L)
• User interface: One UI 4.1.1
• Chipset: Qualcomm SM8250 Snapdragon 865 5G+ (7 nm+)
• CPU: Octa-core (1×3.09 GHz Cortex-A77 & 3×2.42 GHz Cortex-A77 & 4×1.80 GHz Cortex-A55
• GPU: Adreno 650

Samsung Galaxy Tab S8

• OS: Android 12 (upgradable to Android 13)
• User interface: One UI 5
• Chipset: Qualcomm SM8450 Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 nm)
• CPU: Octa-core (1×3.00 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3×2.50 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4×1.80 GHz Cortex-A510) GPU: Adreno 730

Connectivity

Samsung Galaxy Tab S7

• WLAN: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
• Bluetooth: 5.0, A2DP, LE
• Positioning: GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
• NFC: Not enabled 
• Radio: Not available
• USB: USB Type-C 3.2, magnetic connector

Samsung Galaxy Tab S8

• WLAN: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
• Bluetooth: 5.2, A2DP, LE
• Positioning: GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
• NFC: Not enabled
• Radio: Not available
• USB: USB Type-C 3.2, magnetic connector

Price

Samsung Galaxy Tab S7

The price range of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 is $338 – $385.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S8

The price of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 ranges from $699 – $754.

Availability

These tablets can be purchased from online stores like Amazon. You can also place your orders via Samsung’s official website.

Pros

Samsung Galaxy Tab S7

• S Pen: The Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 comes with an interactive S Pen (Samsung Pen), which doubles as another input device for the tab apart from the keyboard. It is the only input device in the box.
• Excellent speakers: The four speakers (two on the left and right, respectively) of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 are tuned by AKG, a popular sound brand that is also run by Samsung.
• Less expensive than iPad Pro (2020): The Apple iPad Pro costs between $799 and $1,649, while the Galaxy Tab S7 costs $669. 
• Large battery capacity: The battery of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 has an 8000mAh capacity which can be used for over 13 hours with Wi-Fi.
• Audio clarity: The output of the Tab is as clear as daylight as tuned by AKG, Samsung’s sound franchise.  
• Expandable storage: Samsung provides this tab with an expandable storage slot for a microSD card. 

Samsung Galaxy Tab S8

• Bright and vibrant screen: The screen of this tab gives it an appealing, vibrant look, especially when it displays the Samsung home screen wallpaper.
• Samsung Dex: The Samsung Dex allows you to use the tab like a PC when activated. It works better when you have an external keyboard.
• Great battery life and fast charging: With a massive 8000mAh capacity battery, you can enjoy 13 hours of usage after a single charge. With its 45W wired charge, you get 100% battery life in 80 minutes.
• Excellent sound: Samsung ensured the audio quality of this tab is decent enough with the tuning carried out by AKG.
• Expandable storage: it also has an expandable storage slot for a microSD card.

Cons

Samsung Galaxy Tab S7

• No 45W charger in the box: There is no 45W charger included in the box of this tab. You will need a separate PPS Power Delivery wall charger to charge the tab or a power bank, as it comes with a Type-C end-to-end cable. 
• S Pen has a magnetic attachment, but it is not secure: The S Pen has magnets in its interior which make it stick to the back of the Tab, but it could easily fall off unnoticed. 

Samsung Galaxy Tab S8

• The cover is sold separately: Unlike smartphones, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 does not come with a cover in the box. The cover is attached to an external keyboard which you can purchase separately.
• No charger adapter: Just like the Galaxy Tab S7, you will need a PPS Power Delivery wall charger to charge your Tab S8.
• No in-screen fingerprint: The fingerprint is built on the side of the Galaxy Tab S8.

Opinion

In my opinion, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 is a great device with advanced specifications, one of which is its colour availability range. The OS of this tablet can also be upgraded to Android 13 for enhanced performance. In addition, the display and colour reproduction is appealing, with the Android 12 home screen showing off the Samsung HD wallpapers. 

Based on the comparison with the Galaxy Tab S7, the Galaxy Tab S8 has been improved by Samsung, especially with the Dex mode, camera quality, and the stability of the S Pen when not in use. All this and many more make the overall performance of the Tab S8 exceptional.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the performance of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 meets the needs of professionals like graphic artists, designers, and sales personnel who are involved in regular presentations. The display makes presentation easier and gives clarity to texts and images. However, the battery life of this tablet can be improved on.

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