Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra

Updated Nov 2026 · Scored by the Let’s Compare Data Engine · How we score

Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra has a newer model: Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra →

Verdict

Key takeaways

  • Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra are closely matched overall (within 1 points).
  • Key differences: peak brightness, where Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra is 670 nits brighter.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra are closely matched
Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra · 87 overall, #2 of 46
68
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra · 71 overall, #23 of 46
68
Key differences
  • Peak BrightnessSamsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra 670 nits brighter

Scores by Category

Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra wins 3 of 7 categories · Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra wins 1

CategoryGalaxy Tab S12 UltraGalaxy Tab S9 UltraLead
Performance
Tie
Display
Tie
Memory & Storage
+88
Build
+3
Battery
+4
Cameras
Tie
Misc
+58

Physical Comparison

692 g732 g
Galaxy Tab S12 UltraGalaxy Tab S9 Ultra

Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra is 40 g (6%) heavier than Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra.

Value for Money

Launch prices — enter today's prices (same currency for both).

Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra

Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra

Detailed Specifications

Display

Feature
Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra
Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra
Display Size
14.6 in
14.6 in
Display Type
Refresh Rate
120 Hz
120 Hz
Peak Brightness
1,600 nits72% more
930 nits
Pixel Density
N/A
239

Performance

Feature
Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra
Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra
Chipset
Antutu score
N/A
1,533,645

Memory & Storage

Feature
Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra
Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra
RAM
N/A
12 GB
Storage Options
N/A
256 GB

Cameras

Feature
Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra
Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra
Rear Camera
13 MP
13 MP
Front Camera
12 MP
12 MP

Battery

Feature
Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra
Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra
Battery Capacity
11,600 mAh4% more
11,200 mAh

Build

Feature
Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra
Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra
Keyboard Support
Yes
Yes
Weight
692 g5% less
732 g

Misc

Feature
Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra
Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra
Security updates until
2033
2028

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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