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Published Oct 1, 2026. Prices, plans and specs last checked Nov 5, 2026.
The short version
Tab S12 Ultra (14.6-inch) from $1,399.99 and Tab S12+ (12.6-inch) from $1,199.99. Both use MediaTek Dimensity 9500 and include the S Pen. On sale October 7, 2026.
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We have not used this product. Everything below comes from the official announcement and the sources listed at the end.
| Samsung spec | Tab S12 Ultra | Tab S12+ |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 14.6-inch 2960x1848, 120Hz | 12.6-inch 2800x1752, 120Hz |
| Peak brightness | 1,600 nits | 1,600 nits |
| Chip | Dimensity 9500 | Dimensity 9500 |
| Memory | 12/256, 12/512, 16GB/1TB | 12/256, 12/512 |
| Battery | 11,600 mAh, 45W | 10,600 mAh, 45W |
| Thickness | 5.1 mm | 5.3 mm |
| Weight | 692 g (Wi-Fi) | 553 g (Wi-Fi) |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 6E |
| US price | From $1,399.99 | From $1,199.99 |
Notable
- Adobe Photoshop comes preloaded, which Samsung calls a first for Android tablets.
- microSD up to 2TB on both.
- Samsung moved from Snapdragon to MediaTek for this generation.
- Reviewers flagged a price increase over the Tab S11 line.
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FAQ
When did it launch?
Announced Sept 30, on sale Oct 7, 2026.
Is the S Pen included?
Yes, per Samsung.
What chip?
MediaTek Dimensity 9500.
How we researched this
This is a research-based review, not a hands-on test. We did not have these phones in hand. We compared the official specification pages from Apple, Google and Samsung with launch coverage and published reviews from established outlets, and we list every source below. Where sources disagree we say so. Battery and camera claims are the makers' own figures unless we name an independent reviewer. Prices are US launch prices from the official pages and can differ at carriers and retailers.
Sources
- Samsung Mobile Press: Galaxy Tab S12 series (Sept 30, 2026)
- Samsung US Newsroom: Galaxy Tab S12 series now available
Published Oct 1, 2026. Sources last checked Nov 5, 2026.