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Apple iPad mini (A20 Pro) vs Samsung Galaxy Tab S12+
Updated Nov 2026 · Scored by the Let’s Compare Data Engine · How we score
Verdict
Key takeaways
- Samsung Galaxy Tab S12+ leads Apple iPad mini (A20 Pro) overall by 8 points (80 vs 72 out of 100).
- Key differences: peak brightness, where Samsung Galaxy Tab S12+ is 400 nits brighter; display size, where Samsung Galaxy Tab S12+ has 12.6 vs 8.5 in; chipset, where Apple iPad mini (A20 Pro) has Apple A20 Pro vs MediaTek Dimensity 9500; weight, where Apple iPad mini (A20 Pro) is 298 g lighter.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S12+ leads overall
Samsung Galaxy Tab S12+ · 84 overall, #4 of 46
80
Apple iPad mini (A20 Pro) · 91 overall, #1 of 46
72
Key differences
- Peak BrightnessSamsung Galaxy Tab S12+ 400 nits brighter
- Display SizeSamsung Galaxy Tab S12+ 12.6 vs 8.5 in
- ChipsetApple iPad mini (A20 Pro) Apple A20 Pro vs MediaTek Dimensity 9500
- WeightApple iPad mini (A20 Pro) 298 g lighter
Scores by Category
Galaxy Tab S12+ wins 5 of 7 categories · iPad mini (A20 Pro) wins 2
| Category | iPad mini (A20 Pro)Galaxy Tab S12+ | Lead |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | +7 | |
| Display | +16 | |
| Memory & Storage | +100 | |
| Build | +19 | |
| Battery | +100 | |
| Cameras | +4 | |
| Misc | +100 |
Physical Comparison
iPad mini (A20 Pro)Galaxy Tab S12+
Galaxy Tab S12+ is 298 g (117%) heavier than iPad mini (A20 Pro).
Value for Money
Launch prices — enter today's prices (same currency for both).
iPad mini (A20 Pro)
Galaxy Tab S12+
Detailed Specifications
Display
| Feature | iPad mini (A20 Pro) | Galaxy Tab S12+ |
|---|---|---|
Display Size | 8.5 in | 12.6 in48% more |
Display Type | ||
Refresh Rate | N/A | 120 Hz |
Peak Brightness | 1,200 nits | 1,600 nits33% more |
Pixel Density | 326 | N/A |
Performance
| Feature | iPad mini (A20 Pro) | Galaxy Tab S12+ |
|---|---|---|
Chipset |
Memory & Storage
| Feature | iPad mini (A20 Pro) | Galaxy Tab S12+ |
|---|---|---|
RAM | N/A | 12 GB |
Cameras
| Feature | iPad mini (A20 Pro) | Galaxy Tab S12+ |
|---|---|---|
Rear Camera | 12 MP | 13 MP8% more |
Front Camera | 12 MP | 12 MP |
Battery
| Feature | iPad mini (A20 Pro) | Galaxy Tab S12+ |
|---|---|---|
Battery Capacity | N/A | 10,600 mAh |
Build
| Feature | iPad mini (A20 Pro) | Galaxy Tab S12+ |
|---|---|---|
Keyboard Support | N/A | Yes |
Weight | 255 g54% less | 553 g |
Misc
| Feature | iPad mini (A20 Pro) | Galaxy Tab S12+ |
|---|---|---|
Security updates until | N/A | 2033 |
Specification Note
Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer data and other reliable internet sources. Some features may vary by region or model configuration.
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