Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 SAMSUNG Galaxy Tab S8+ 5G LTE VERIZON Android Review
The renewed Samsung Galaxy Tab S8+ offers a flagship tablet experience for half the price. Its gorgeous OLED screen and strong performance make it a stellar value, as long as you're okay with its average battery life.
The 30-Second Version
A flagship tablet at a mid-range price. The stunning OLED screen and still-great performance make this renewed S8+ one of the best values in tablets right now. Just pack a charger if you're planning a long day away from an outlet.
Overview
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S8+ is a premium Android tablet that's been knocked down to a surprisingly reasonable price, especially in this renewed version. The one thing you need to know? You're getting a killer 12.4-inch OLED screen and flagship-level performance for about half of what this thing cost new. It's not the latest model anymore, but for $370, it makes a compelling argument to skip the budget tablets and get something that actually feels premium.
Performance
The Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor still holds up really well. In our database, its CPU and GPU scores land in the high 70th percentile, which means it's faster than most tablets out there. Apps open instantly, and multitasking with Samsung's DeX mode is genuinely smooth. The only real surprise was the battery life score sitting right at the 49th percentile—it's fine for a day of mixed use, but don't expect multi-day endurance from that 10,090mAh cell.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong feature (95th percentile) 95th
- Strong social proof (88th percentile) 88th
- Strong connectivity (80th percentile) 80th
- Strong screen (77th percentile) 77th
Cons
The Word on the Street
Specifications
Full Specifications
Processor
| CPU | 2.5 GHz Snapdragon |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 8 GB |
| Storage | 128 GB |
Display
| Size | 12.4" |
| Resolution | 2800 |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | WiFi 6 |
Features
| Stylus Support | Yes |
Physical
| Weight | 0.5 kg / 1.0 lbs |
| OS | Android |
Value & Pricing
At $370, this is a no-brainer if you want a premium Android tablet experience without the premium price. You're sacrificing having the absolute latest chip and longest software support, but you're getting 90% of the flagship experience for 50% of the cost. It's absolutely worth it.
Price History
vs Competition
The obvious competitor is the Apple iPad Pro. If you're locked into the Apple ecosystem or need pro-level apps like Final Cut Pro, the iPad is still the king. But for the price of a base model iPad Air, you get this tablet's gorgeous OLED screen. Against the newer Galaxy Tab S10+, you're giving up the latest processor and longer update promise, but saving a huge chunk of cash for nearly identical core specs. For Android users on a budget who want a great screen, the S8+ wins on value.
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 SAMSUNG Galaxy Tab S8+ 5G LTE VERIZON Android | Apple iPad Pro Apple 11" iPad Pro M5 Chip (Standard Glass, 512GB, | Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Samsung 12.4" Galaxy Tab S10+ 256GB Multi-Touch | Microsoft Surface Pro Microsoft - Surface Pro - Copilot+ PC - 13” OLED | Lenovo Yoga Tab Series Lenovo - Yoga Tab Plus - 12.7" 3K Tablet - 16GB | GPD GPD Pocket 4: Mini Laptop with AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CPU | 2.5 GHz Snapdragon | Apple M5 | MediaTek 9300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite X1E-84-100 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 |
| RAM (GB) | 8 | 12 | 12 | 32 | 16 | 32 |
| Storage (GB) | 128 | 512 | 256 | 1000 | 256 | 2048 |
| Screen | 12.4" 2800x1752 | 11" 2420x1668 | 12.4" 2800x1752 | 13" 2880x1920 | 12.7" 2944x1840 | 8.8" 2560x1600 |
| OS | Android | iPadOS | Android 14 | Windows 11 Home | Android 14 | Windows 11 Home |
| Stylus | true | true | true | false | true | false |
| Cellular | false | false | false | false | false | false |
Common Questions
Q: Is the S Pen included with this renewed model?
Nope, this specific listing doesn't include the S Pen. You'll need to buy it separately if you want to draw or take notes with it.
Q: How's the battery life for watching videos?
You'll get a solid 8-10 hours of video playback, which is decent. It's not class-leading, but it'll get you through a long flight or a binge-watching session.
Q: Can I use this like a laptop with Samsung DeX?
Absolutely. Plug in a Bluetooth keyboard and mouse (or use the keyboard connector), switch to DeX mode, and you've got a pretty convincing desktop-like experience for light work.
Who Should Skip This
If your top priority is having the absolute latest software for the next five years or you need all-day, plus battery life, this isn't it. Look at a newer base model iPad or a Galaxy Tab S9 FE instead. Also, skip it if you hate rolling the dice on renewed electronics—some units have had issues.
Verdict
If you've been eyeing a premium tablet but balked at the $800+ price tags, this renewed Galaxy Tab S8+ is your ticket in. It excels as a media consumption device and a solid productivity companion with DeX. Just go in knowing the battery is good, not great, and that you're buying into the tail end of its software update life. For the price, those are easy compromises to make.