Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra review

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Introduction

The largest tablet on the market just got its annual update, and it's looking impressive! The Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra features an updated chipset with enhanced cooling, an upgraded connectivity suite, and the latest Android OS packed with AI features.

The Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra is an ultra-slim metal tablet featuring a massive 14.6-inch AMOLED display with an 1848 x 2960 resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, and HDR10+ support. It even comes bundled with an S Pen stylus in the box.

Furthermore, the Tab S12 Ultra remains one of the few tablets on the market with an IP68 rating for dust and water resistance.

At the heart of the Tab S12 Ultra is the Dimensity 9500, which outperforms the previous Dimensity 9400+ with a 19% faster CPU, 17% faster GPU, and a whopping 61% boost in NPU performance.

Camera-wise, the tablet features a dual setup on the back (a 13MP wide and an 8MP ultrawide) alongside a 12MP ultrawide front camera for video calls and selfies.

Powering the device is a massive 11,600mAh battery supporting 45W wired charging.

The Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra is pitched as a versatile productivity powerhouse thanks to Samsung DeX, the optional Pro Keyboard, and One UI 9 built on Android 17.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra specs at a glance:

• Body: 326.3x208.5x5.1mm, 692g; Glass front, aluminum frame, aluminum back; IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min), Stylus support, Enhanced Armor Aluminum.
• Display: 14.60" Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1000 nits (HBM), 1600 nits (peak), 1848x2960px resolution, 14.42:9 aspect ratio, 239ppi.
• Chipset: MediaTek Dimensity 9500 (3 nm).
• Memory: 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 1TB 16GB RAM; UFS 4.x; microSDXC (dedicated slot).
• OS/Software: Android 17, up to 7 major OS updates, One UI 9.
• Rear camera: Wide (main): 13 MP, f/2.0, 26mm, 1/3.4", 1.0µm, AF; Ultra wide angle: 8 MP, f/2.2.
• Front camera: 12 MP, f/2.4, 120˚ (ultrawide).
• Video capture: Rear camera: 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps; Front camera: 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps.
• Battery: 11600mAh; 45W wired, 100% in 95 min.
• Connectivity: 5G; eSIM; Wi-Fi 7; BT 6.0.
• Misc: Fingerprint reader (under display, optical); stereo speakers (4 speakers); Wireless Samsung DeX (desktop experience support).

The Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra looks like an excellent tablet, but Samsung has once again kept the display notch for the front camera. While it is relatively small, it remains an unfortunate eyesore on an otherwise sleek screen.

Unboxing the Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra

Inside the Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra's slim white packaging, you'll find the tablet, a 3A USB-C cable, and the hexagonal S Pen.

Although the tablet supports 45W wired charging, it does not include a power adapter in the box.