iPad Pro 11 (2022) vs Galaxy Tab S8+: The Ultimate Tablet Battle

The tablet market is heating up, and two titans clash: Apple's iPad Pro 11 (2022) and Samsung's Galaxy Tab S8+. Both offer premium features and impressive performance, but which one truly deserves your money? This comprehensive comparison will break down every aspect, from display quality to battery life.

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🏆 Quick Verdict

The iPad Pro 11 (2022) boasts the M2 chip, delivering unparalleled performance for demanding tasks. However, the Galaxy Tab S8+ offers a larger display, S Pen integration, and a more versatile Android experience. Ultimately, the 'winner' depends on your ecosystem preference and usage.

PHONES
Phone Names	Apple iPad Pro 11 (2022)	Samsung Galaxy Tab S8+

Network
2G bands	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 46, 48, 66, 71 - A2435, A2761	LTE
5G bands	1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 70, 71, 77, 78, 79, 258, 260, 261 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave - A2435	SA/NSA
Speed	HSPA, LTE, 5G - cellular model only	HSPA, LTE, 5G - cellular model only
Technology	GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G	GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
	1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 70, 71, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 - A2761, A2762	-

Launch
Announced	2022, October 18	2022, February 09
Status	Available. Released 2022, October 26	Available. Released 2022, April 14

Body
Build	Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame	-
Dimensions	247.6 x 178.5 x 5.9 mm (9.75 x 7.03 x 0.23 in)	285 x 185 x 5.7 mm (11.22 x 7.28 x 0.22 in)
SIM	Nano-SIM + eSIM (cellular model only)	Nano-SIM (cellular model only)
Weight	466 g (Wi-Fi), 470 g (5G) (1.03 lb)	567 g (Wi-Fi), 572 g (5G) (1.25 lb)
	Stylus support (Bluetooth integration; magnetic)	Stylus, 6.2ms latency (Bluetooth integration, accelerometer, gyro)

Display
Protection	Scratch-resistant glass, oleophobic coating	Corning Gorilla Glass 5
Resolution	1668 x 2388 pixels (~265 ppi density)	1752 x 2800 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~266 ppi density)
Size	11.0 inches, 366.5 cm2 (~82.9% screen-to-body ratio)	12.4 inches, 446.1 cm2 (~84.6% screen-to-body ratio)
Type	Liquid Retina IPS LCD, 120Hz, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 600 nits (typ)	Super AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+

Platform
CPU	Octa-core (4x3.49 GHz performance cores, 4 efficiency cores)	Octa-core (1x3.00 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.50 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A510)
Chipset	Apple M2	Qualcomm SM8450 Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 nm)
GPU	Apple GPU (10-core graphics)	Adreno 730
OS	iPadOS 16.1, upgradable to iPadOS 26.1	Android 12, up to 4 major Android upgrades, One UI 6.1.1

Memory
Card slot	No	microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Internal	128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 512GB 8GB RAM, 1TB 16GB RAM, 2TB 16GB RAM	128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 8GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM
	-	UFS

Main Camera
Dual	12 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/3.0", 1.22µm, dual pixel PDAF 10 MP, f/2.4, 125˚ (ultrawide) TOF 3D LiDAR scanner (depth)	13 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/3.4", 1.0µm, AF 6 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide)
Features	Quad-LED dual-tone flash, HDR	LED flash, HDR, panorama
Single	12 MP, f/2.4, 122˚ (ultrawide)	-
Video	4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps; gyro-EIS, ProRes	4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps

Selfie camera
Dual	-	12 MP, f/2.4, 120˚ (ultrawide)
Features	Face detection, HDR, panorama	HDR
Single	12 MP, f/2.4, 122˚ (ultrawide)	-
Video	1080p@25/30/60fps, gyro-EIS, HDR	4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps

Sound
3.5mm jack	No	No
35mm jack	No	No
Loudspeaker	Yes, with stereo speakers (4 speakers)	Yes, with stereo speakers (4 speakers)
	-	Tuned by AKG

Comms
Bluetooth	5.3, A2DP, LE, EDR	5.2, A2DP, LE
NFC	No	No
Positioning	GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS (cellular model only)	GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO - cellular model only
Radio	No	No
USB	USB Type-C 4 (Thunderbolt 3), DisplayPort, magnetic connector	USB Type-C 3.2, magnetic connector
WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band, hotspot	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct

Features
Sensors	Face ID, accelerometer, gyro, compass, barometer	Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
	-	Wireless Samsung DeX

Battery
Charging	-	45W wired, 100% in 82 min
Type	Li-Po 7538 mAh (28.65 Wh)	Li-Po 10090 mAh

Misc
Colors	Silver, Space Gray	Graphite, Silver, Pink Gold
Models	A2435, A2761, A2762, A2759, iPad8,9, iPad8,10, iPad14,3, iPad14,4	SM-X800, SM-X806, SM-X806B, SM-X806U, SM-X806N
Price	About 1050 EUR	About 950 EUR
SAR EU	-	0.68 W/kg (body)

Apple iPad Pro 11 (2022)

Unmatched Performance (M2 Chip)
Excellent Display (Liquid Retina, ProMotion)
Optimized iPadOS
Strong App Ecosystem

Higher Price
Limited Expandability
Slower Charging

Samsung Galaxy Tab S8+

Larger Display (12.4-inch)
S Pen Included
Versatile Android OS
Faster Charging (45W)

Performance slightly behind iPad Pro
Android tablet app ecosystem not as mature
Can be expensive

Display Comparison

The iPad Pro 11 (2022) features a stunning 11-inch Liquid Retina display with ProMotion (120Hz refresh rate) and excellent color accuracy. The Galaxy Tab S8+ counters with an 12.4-inch Super AMOLED display, offering vibrant colors and deep blacks. While both are excellent, the Tab S8+'s larger size and AMOLED technology give it a slight edge for media consumption.

Camera Comparison

The iPad Pro 11 (2022) has a dual-camera system (12MP Wide, 10MP Ultrawide) with LiDAR scanner. The Galaxy Tab S8+ features a triple-camera system (13MP Wide, 6MP Ultrawide, 5MP Macro). Both offer decent camera performance, but neither truly excels in this area compared to flagship smartphones.

Performance

Apple's M2 chip in the iPad Pro 11 (2022) is a performance beast, easily handling demanding apps and games. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 in the Tab S8+ is also powerful, but the M2 generally holds a performance advantage, especially in CPU-intensive tasks. iPadOS is also highly optimized for Apple's hardware.

Battery Life

The iPad Pro 11 (2022) offers good battery life, typically lasting a full day of moderate use. The Galaxy Tab S8+ has a larger battery (10,090 mAh) and can also provide all-day battery life, though heavy usage will drain it faster. The Tab S8+ also supports 45W fast charging, a faster charging speed than the iPad Pro.

Buying Guide

Who should buy Apple iPad Pro 11 (2022)? Creative professionals, students needing raw power, and those deeply embedded in the Apple ecosystem. Who should buy Samsung Galaxy Tab S8+? Android users, artists who prefer the S Pen, and those seeking a larger screen for media consumption and multitasking.

Frequently Asked Questions

❓ Is the iPad Pro 11 (2022) good for gaming?

Yes, the M2 chip makes the iPad Pro 11 (2022) an excellent gaming device, capable of handling even the most demanding games with ease.

❓ Does the Galaxy Tab S8+ support a stylus?

Yes, the Galaxy Tab S8+ includes an S Pen, offering a natural writing and drawing experience. The iPad Pro requires the Apple Pencil (sold separately).