The Hindu BusinessLine has published a review of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra, describing it as the sole contender in the premium Android tablet segment. The device features a 14.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2x display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 1,600 nits. According to the publication, the tablet is constructed with an Armor Aluminium frame and is IP-68 certified for water and dust resistance. The review notes that the device is remarkably thin at 5.1 mm and weighs just under 700 grams, though its large size makes it unwieldy to handle without a case.
Performance is driven by a MediaTek Dimensity 9500 chipset, paired with 12GB of RAM in the tested 256GB storage variant. The Hindu BusinessLine reported that the tablet consistently breached the 9,000 mark in Geekbench 7 multi-core benchmark tests, placing it in the top performance tier. The device runs Android 17 out of the box and includes seven years of OS updates. A bundled S Pen stylus uses electromagnetic resonance to function without a battery, while an optional Pro Keyboard cover costs ₹27,999. The tablet includes a 13MP primary camera and an 8MP ultra-wide camera, with a 13MP front camera for selfies.
The market context provided by the publication indicates that memory prices are resetting the gadget market in 2026. Counterpoint Research data cited in the report shows that tablet shipments in India declined by 3.8 per cent year-on-year in Q2 2026. Budget tablets under ₹20,000 saw a 43 per cent fall, while premium tablets grew by 27 per cent, increasing their market share to 74 per cent. The battle for premium tablets above ₹75,000 is described as a two-horse race between Apple and Samsung.
Battery life is highlighted as a significant advantage, with an 11,600 mAh battery providing 23 hours of video playback in optimal conditions. The reviewer noted that the battery outperformed most competitors, retaining 70 per cent charge after four hours of high-brightness video playback. The review concludes that while the hardware positions the Tab S12 Ultra at the pinnacle of Android tablets, its price tag limits its appeal for users who prefer laptops for extreme productivity needs.