Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra Review: Premium Tablet with High-End Features test

The Galaxy Tab S1222222 Ultra stands out as a premium tablet that blurs the line between tablets and laptops. It features a nearly 15-inch 120Hz AMOLED display, an 11,600mAh battery, and a slim 5.1mm profile. The device is IP68-rated, offering water and dust resistance that most laptops do not provide. At a starting price of $1,399 (€1,569/£1,399), the tablet comes with a USB-C cable and the familiar S Pen.

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Key Highlights

• Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra features a 15-inch 120Hz AMOLED display and 11,600mAh battery
• Tablet includes S Pen and supports a Pro Keyboard Book Cover with backlit keys
• Combined tablet and keyboard cost around €1,960, higher than a 15-inch MacBook Air

Design and Accessories

The Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra offers a thin and lightweight design. The bundled S Pen allows for drawing and note-taking. Users can purchase the Pro Keyboard Book Cover separately, which adds a full-width backlit keyboard and touchpad. This accessory is also compatible with the previous Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra. The keyboard attaches magnetically, providing a stable connection and a kickstand for support. The hinge allows for about 120 degrees of adjustment, but it cannot hold the tablet upright when nearly closed. The keyboard does not add extra ports, so users rely on the tablet's single USB-C port.

The keyboard resembles a MacBook Pro, with black keys set against a grey metal surface. It offers three levels of adjustable backlighting. Key travel is shallow, similar to the MacBook, while other tablet keyboards often have deeper travelbut lower build quality.​

The combination of tablet, keyboard, and S Pen creates a versatile setup for typing, drawing, and media consumption.

Performance and Value

The base model of the Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra includes 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. Samsung has not announced the price of the Pro Keyboard for this model, but the similar accessory for the Tab S11 Ultra costs nearly €400. Together, the tablet and keyboard total around €1,960. In comparison, a 15-inch MacBook Air with 512GB storage is priced at €1,700 from Apple and can be found for less from other retailers.

The Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra's Dynamic AMOLED display offers superior quality compared to the MacBook Air's screen. However, the MacBook Air surpasses the tablet in performance and versatility for a lower price. This positions the Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra as a device for users who specifically want a high-end tablet experience, despite the higher cost.

For those seeking a premium tablet, the Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra delivers advanced features and a hybrid setup. Its price, however, places it above many competing laptops and tablets.​