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Reviewer says Galaxy Tab S12 Plus is more practical than Ultra
A reviewer prefers Samsung’s Galaxy Tab S12 Plus over the larger Ultra as a more practical tablet for many people.
The Plus has a 12.6-inch screen, compared with the Ultra’s 14.6 inches.
The two tablets have practically identical software and performance, though the Plus has a few minor downgrades.
The reviewer says the Plus is easier to carry while still offering an AMOLED display, pen support and strong battery life.
Screen glare outdoors is a drawback, and the reviewer would like Samsung to add an anti-reflective coating to a future model.
Tom’s Guide had not yet completed its usual lab tests of the Plus.
A Tom's Guide reviewer says Samsung's Galaxy Tab S12 Plus is more practical for many people than the larger Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra.
The reviewer says the Plus has a 12.6-inch display and is easier to carry while still offering a premium screen and strong performance.
The reviewer describes the tablet's AMOLED display as bright, colourful and responsive, with a 120Hz refresh rate.
The review notes that glare can be a concern outdoors and says the tablet lacks an anti-reflective coating.
Tom's Guide had not yet run its usual lab tests on the Tab S12 Plus when the review was published.
- Who
- Tom's Guide reviewer Stephen Lambrechts evaluates Samsung's Galaxy Tab S12 Plus.
- What
- Lambrechts says the Plus is more practical for many people than the Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra.
- When
- The review was published on 2026-10-28.
- Where
- The reviewer describes using the tablet in Australia, including on train rides and during commutes.
- Why
- Its 12.6-inch display is large for viewing and reading, while the tablet is slim and compact enough to carry easily.
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- Plus display
- 12.6 inches
- Ultra display
- 14.6 inches
- Display refresh rate
- 120Hz
- Review publication
- 2026-10-28
- Reviewer
- Stephen Lambrechts
What people are saying
In that sense, the 12.6-inch Tab S12 Plus feels more practical.
I've only had the Galaxy Tab S12 Plus for a couple of weeks, but I already think it's the better buy for many people.
Although Tom's Guide has yet to run its usual lab tests on the Tab S12 Plus, Samsung quotes the same peak brightness figures as the larger Tab S12 Ultra