Samsung tablets range from large and powerful to small and perfect for streaming – it all depends on how you’ll use the tablet. Samsung’s newest tablet lineup is the Galaxy Tab S8 series, but the company still sells older models and series, so unlike Apple, you have more than just four tablets to choose from.
We’ve compared the top Samsung tablets on the market so you can find the best pick for your budget and needs.
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The Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra is the most impressive Samsung tablet on this list. A 14.6-inch display makes it one of the largest tablets on the market. Plus, it boasts a 120Hz refresh rate and a Super AMOLED display with 2,960x1,848 resolution. Released just last year, this Samsung tablet runs on the Android 12 operating system and comes with Samsung’s S Pen stylus included. Read the review: Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra review The base model comes with 8GB of memory and 128GB of storage, and a microSD card for adding up to an extra 1TB of storage to the tablet – which should be enough storage for most users. Plus, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra can be a great laptop alternative because you can use Samsung DeX, making it an Android-powered 2-in-1 device with plenty of space for multitasking. The Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 is also a part of the S8 tablet series, and it differs slightly from the larger S8 Ultra. The display resolution is a little lower, and it comes with fewer storage options, but all in all, this Samsung tablet is a close runner-up with excellent value. The 11-inch LCD display is compact enough to be portable but also high-resolution and clear enough for watching your favorite shows or gaming. Read the review: Galaxy Tab S8 review: Samsung’s new tablet exceeds expectations It costs about $400 less than the S8 Ultra, but you’ll get the same performance and processor, the same included S Pen, as well as Samsung DeX computability. If you want to spend less on a Samsung tablet, Samsung’s FE series of devices are designed with Samsung fans in mind. That is, the company takes the best features of its high-end devices, trims some of them down, and releases a more affordable product. The Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE has a large 12.4-inch display, a snappy processor, as well as multiple storage and memory options. The device comes in various colors and has a 5G version available if you want to use it while on the go. Some standout features include face recognition technology, two stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos, and multi-device connectivity. It also has a great battery life that will last at least 12 hours. While the display on the S7 FE isn’t as nice as the S8 Ultra, it’s still more than suitable for streaming or playing games. It also comes with an S Pen, adding even more to its affordability. Samsung’s tablet lineup spans all aspects of price, capability, and screen size, and the Galaxy Tab A7 Lite is a small tablet that combines affordability and usefulness. The 8.7-inch screen features a 1340x800 display, making it a small tablet worthy of streaming, working, and more. The lightweight design and small display make it portable enough to take anywhere, especially if you’re using it to entertain kids with educational apps. Plus, the Tab A7 Lite has a metal frame for some added ruggedness. You can expand your storage beyond the 32 or 65GB allotted. The tablet allows up to 1TB of expandable storage, which is twice as much as the previous model. If you’re looking for an entry-level tablet that can hold its own against higher-end models, the Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 is a solid option. While it won’t blow you away with overall performance, it can run your favorite apps, handle light gaming, and stream movies and shows. It has a 5,100mAh battery, 32GB of included storage, microSD support of up to 512GB, and a quad-core processor. Again, you will not be overly impressed with this model, but it’s more than capable of entertaining your kids and acting as a e-reader. Plus, you can check your email and stream your favorite Netflix series on the display. ZDNET combed through reviews (both good and bad) and noted the top-rated tablets for different categories and needs. We considered things like price, display, battery life, and special tablet features when making our final picks. In comparison, the Galaxy Tab A series comes at a lower price point with smaller screens for those who need a simple tablet for everyday tasks and entertainment. However, if you want to create spreadsheets, type in a word processing program, or do intensive 3D animation or modeling, a laptop is better suited than a tablet.
