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Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 vs Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Plus

Compare screen, performance, battery and accessories.

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Samsung Galaxy Tab S11

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11

  • Screen: 2560 x 1600 pixels (WQXGA).
  • MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ processor.
  • 12 GB RAM in this version.
  • Bluetooth 5.4 connection.
  • 13 MP main camera.
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Plus

Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Plus

  • 120 Hz display refresh rate.
  • Screen: 2800 × 1752 pixels; 16:10 aspect ratio; approximately 262 ppi.
  • MediaTek Dimensity 9500 (3 nm) processor.
  • 12 GB RAM in this version.
  • Wi-Fi 6E support.
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Our quick verdict

With the same 12 GB of RAM and IP68 rating, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Plus has a bigger battery (10,600 mAh), a larger 12.6-inch screen and longer software support (7 OS upgrades promised), while the Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 is lighter (469 g) and has quad speakers.

Display

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11
2560 x 1600 pixels (WQXGA)
Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Plus
2800 × 1752 pixels; 16:10 aspect ratio; approximately 262 ppi

Performance

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11
MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ processor
Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Plus
MediaTek Dimensity 9500 (3 nm) processor

Battery life

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11
Up to 18 hours per charge
Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Plus
Up to 21 hours per charge

Weight

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11
469 g
Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Plus
553 g

Connections

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11
Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.4
Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Plus
Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 6.0

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11

  • Lighter: 469 g (vs 553 g).
  • Quad speakers.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Plus

  • Bigger battery: 10,600 mAh (vs 8,400 mAh).
  • Larger 12.6-inch screen (vs 11-inch).
  • 7 OS upgrades promised.
  • Newer Bluetooth 6.0 (vs 5.4).
  • Newer Android 17 (vs Android 16).

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PrioritySamsung Galaxy Tab S11Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Plus
Display11-inch OLED display, 120 Hz12.6-inch OLED display, 120 Hz, 262 ppi
PerformanceMediaTek Dimensity 9400+ processorMediaTek Dimensity 9500 processor
Battery lifeUp to 18 hours per chargeUp to 21 hours per charge
Weight469 g553 g
ConnectionsWi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.4Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 6.0
SoftwareAndroid 16 / One UI 8 at launchAndroid 17 with One UI 9, 7 OS upgrades promised

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Tab S11Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Plus
BrandSamsungSamsung
ModelGalaxy Tab S11 (11-inch)Galaxy Tab S12+ (Galaxy Tab S12 Plus)
Announced202530 September 2026; global availability from 7 October 2026 in selected markets. Local store stock is shown separately.
ConnectivityWi-Fi: Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), 2.4GHz, 5GHz and 6GHz; local availability depends on network and regulations; Bluetooth: Bluetooth 5.4; USB: USB Type-C; USB 3.2 Gen 1Wi-Fi 6E; Bluetooth 6.0; USB-C; 5G on cellular models
CamerasRear: 13MP; Front: 12MP ultra-wideRear: 13 MP wide; front: 12 MP ultrawide

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Tab S11Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Plus
Dimensions253.8 x 165.3 x 5.5mm289.5 × 187.8 × 5.3 mm
Weight469g (Wi-Fi); 471g (5G)553 g (Wi-Fi); 555 g (5G)
Build materialsArmor Aluminium constructionGlass front; aluminum frame and back; Enhanced Armor Aluminum; 3D vapor chamber cooling.

Display

Display specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Tab S11Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Plus
Display11-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X; rounded corners reduce viewable area12.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X; 120 Hz
Screen resolution2560 x 1600 pixels (WQXGA)2800 × 1752 pixels; 16:10 aspect ratio; approximately 262 ppi
Display featuresUp to 120Hz refresh rate; 1600-nit peak / 1000-nit HBM brightness; S Pen supportHDR10+; up to 1,600 nits peak brightness and 1,000 nits in High Brightness Mode. S Pen included; BLE / Bluetooth remote features are not supported.

Performance

Performance specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Tab S11Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Plus
ProcessorMediaTek Dimensity 9400+MediaTek Dimensity 9500 (3 nm)
CPUOcta-core; reference specifications list 3.73GHz, 3.3GHz and 2.4GHzOcta-core: 1 × 4.21 GHz C1-Ultra + 3 × 3.5 GHz C1-Premium + 4 × 2.7 GHz C1-Pro
GPU—Mali-G1 Ultra MC12

Memory & Storage

Memory & Storage specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Tab S11Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Plus
RAM12GB12 GB
Expandable storagemicroSD expansion up to 2TB; card sold separatelyDedicated microSDXC slot; expandable by up to 2 TB
Storage—256 GB or 512 GB (model-dependent)

Cameras

Cameras specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Tab S11Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Plus
Rear camera13MP13 MP wide, f/2.0, autofocus
Front camera12MP ultra-wide12 MP ultrawide, f/2.4, 120° field of view
Rear camera featuresAutofocus and flashLED flash; HDR; panorama
Rear camera videoUp to 4K (3840 x 2160) at 30fps4K at 30 fps; 1080p at 30 fps
Front camera features—HDR
Front camera video—4K at 30 fps; 1080p at 30 fps

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Tab S11Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Plus
Battery8400mAh typical; manufacturer rates up to 18 hours of wireless video playback under test conditions10,600 mAh typical capacity, lithium-polymer; rated minimum 10,392 mAh; up to 21 hours video playback under Samsung test conditions
ChargingUp to 45W wired charging with compatible equipmentUp to 45 W wired fast charging; approximately 95 minutes from 0–100%; 45 W adapter sold separately

Software

Software specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Tab S11Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Plus
Operating systemAndroid 16 / One UI 8 at launch; installed software may differ after updatesAndroid 17 with One UI 9; up to 7 major OS upgrades and 7 years of security updates. Samsung DeX and multi-window layouts; Galaxy AI availability depends on region, account and network requirements.

Network

Network specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Tab S11Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Plus
Network—Wi-Fi models: no cellular; 5G models: GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
SIM—Nano-SIM + eSIM on cellular models; no SIM on Wi-Fi models

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Tab S11Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Plus
BluetoothBluetooth 5.46.0; A2DP; LE
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), 2.4GHz, 5GHz and 6GHz; local availability depends on network and regulationsWi-Fi 6E (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e), tri-band; Wi-Fi Direct
USBUSB Type-C; USB 3.2 Gen 1USB Type-C 3.2; magnetic accessory connector
NFC—No
Positioning—GPS, GLONASS, BDS and Galileo; availability depends on connectivity model
Radio—No FM radio

Durability

Durability specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Tab S11Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Plus
Water resistanceIP68 under manufacturer laboratory conditions; resistance is not permanent and can diminishIP68 dust and water resistance; laboratory test: up to 1.5 m freshwater for up to 30 minutes

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Tab S11Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Plus
SensorsAccelerometer, fingerprint sensor, gyroscope, geomagnetic sensor, Hall sensor and light sensorOptical under-display fingerprint sensor; accelerometer; gyroscope; proximity sensor; compass
Colors—Gray; Silver

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Tab S11Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Plus
LoudspeakersFour speakersFour stereo speakers with 4-channel Spatial Audio
3.5 mm headphone jack—No

Similarities

  • Both have 12 GB RAM.
  • Both have 120 Hz displays.
  • Both are rated IP68.
  • Both support Wi-Fi 6E.
  • Both have an aluminium frame.
  • Both have stereo speakers.

In summary

For most buyers the Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Plus is the better buy; the Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 makes sense if you want a lighter tablet to carry.

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