Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Samsung - Galaxy Tab S10+ - 12.4" 256GB - Wi-Fi - Review

With battery life in the 99th percentile, the Galaxy Tab S10+ is built to last, but its performance sits in the middle of the pack. Is it the right premium Android tablet for you?

CPU Mediatek MT6989
RAM 12 GB
Storage 256 GB
Screen 12.4" 2800x1752
OS Android 14
Stylus Yes
Cellular No
Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Samsung - Galaxy Tab S10+ - 12.4" 256GB - Wi-Fi - tablet
88.7 Overall Score

Overview

The Galaxy Tab S10+ is a battery life champion, sitting in the 99th percentile. That 10,090mAh cell means you can forget about charging for days of normal use. It's also packed with AI features that feel genuinely useful, not just gimmicks, landing it in the 97th percentile for features. You get a gorgeous 12.4-inch OLED screen, 12GB of RAM, and 256GB of storage, making it a powerhouse for media and creative tasks.

Performance

Performance is solid, but not class-leading. The MediaTek MT6989 CPU puts it in the 67th percentile, which is plenty for Android apps, multitasking, and those AI tricks. The GPU is in a similar spot at the 66th percentile, so it'll handle games fine, just don't expect desktop-level rendering. Where it really shines is the screen and battery combo. That OLED display is in the 88th percentile for quality, and when you pair it with a battery that lasts this long, you've got a perfect binge-watching machine.

Performance Percentiles

CPU 73
GPU 73.6
RAM 85.2
Screen 95.4
Battery 99.5
Feature 99.8
Storage 75.3
Connectivity 96.4
Social Proof 98.2

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Battery life is in the 99th percentile. It's exceptional. 100th
  • AI features like Sketch to Image and Note Assist are genuinely useful and put it in the 97th percentile for features. 100th
  • The 12.4-inch OLED screen is beautiful and ranks in the 88th percentile. 98th
  • 12GB of RAM is generous and lands in the 77th percentile, great for heavy multitasking. 96th
  • Connectivity with Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 is top-tier at the 89th percentile.

Cons

  • CPU and GPU performance are just above average, at the 67th and 66th percentiles respectively.
  • It's not the best for business tasks, scoring only 67.3/100 there.
  • At 581g, it's not the lightest 12-inch tablet out there.
  • Storage is at the 70th percentile; 256GB is good, but not class-leading.
  • The price can creep up near $1000, which is steep for the processing power you get.

Specifications

Full Specifications

Processor

CPU Mediatek MT6989
Cores 8

Memory & Storage

RAM 12 GB
RAM Generation Not provid
Storage 256 GB
Expandable Yes

Display

Size 12.4"
Resolution 2800
Panel OLED
Refresh Rate 120 Hz

Connectivity

Wi-Fi WiFi 6E
Bluetooth Bluetooth 5.3
USB-C 1
Cellular No

Features

Stylus Support Yes
Stylus Model Yes
Fingerprint Reader Yes
Face Unlock No
IP Rating IP68

Physical

Weight 0.6 kg / 1.3 lbs
OS Android 14

Value & Pricing

The value really depends on which vendor you buy from. Prices swing from $800 to $1000. At the lower end, it's a compelling package for the screen and battery. At a grand, you're paying a premium for Samsung's AI ecosystem and build quality. You're not getting the raw performance per dollar of some competitors, but you are getting a uniquely long-lasting and feature-rich Android tablet.

Price History

MX$17,000 MX$18,000 MX$19,000 MX$20,000 MX$21,000 Mar 28Apr 1Apr 5Apr 9Apr 13 MX$20,482

vs Competition

Compared to the Apple iPad Pro with the M5 chip, the Tab S10+ loses badly in raw CPU/GPU speed but wins on battery life and has a more open file system. Next to the Microsoft Surface Pro 11, the Surface is a full Windows PC with more powerful processors, but it's heavier, more expensive, and its battery doesn't come close. The Lenovo Idea Tab Pro offers a similar screen size for less money, but its performance and battery life are lower. If your priority is all-day battery and cool AI features in the Android world, this is your pick. If you need max performance for pro apps, look at the iPad Pro or Surface.

Spec Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Samsung - Galaxy Tab S10+ - 12.4" 256GB - Wi-Fi - Apple iPad Pro Apple - 11-inch iPad Pro M5 chip Wi-Fi 256GB with Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra Samsung - Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra - 14.6" 1TB - Wi-Fi Microsoft Surface Pro 11 Microsoft Surface Pro 11 Copilot+ PC Tablet - 13" Lenovo Yoga Tab Series Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus HP GPD Win MAX 2 2025 Handheld Gaming PC with AMD
CPU Mediatek MT6989 Apple M5 Mediatek MT6989 Intel Core Ultra 7 266V Qualcomm® Snapdragon® 8 Gen 3, QCM8650 AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370
RAM (GB) 12 12 16 16 16 32
Storage (GB) 256 256 1024 1024 256 2048
Screen 12.4" 2800x1752 11" 2420x1668 14.6" 2960x1848 13" 2880x1920 12.7" 2944x1840 10.1" 1920x1200
OS Android 14 iPadOS Android 14 Windows 11 Pro Android 14 Windows 11 Home
Stylus true true true true false false
Cellular false false false false false false

Verdict

The Galaxy Tab S10+ is the tablet you buy for its marathon battery and slick AI features, not its benchmark scores. If you're an artist who doodles, a student who takes tons of notes, or someone who just hates charging devices, it's a fantastic choice. But if your workflow needs the absolute fastest processor, you'll want to look at an iPad Pro or a Windows tablet instead. For most people who live in the Android ecosystem and want a premium, long-lasting slate, it's a easy recommendation.