Samsung Tab S8 vs Tab S8 Plus Definitive Buying Guide (Watch BEFORE Buying!)

I give you my final verdict on whether it makes sense to buy the Tab S8 Plus with a 12 inch OLED display vs 11inch Tab S8 with a TFT display. amzn.to/3sGpffw (US) amzn.to/3Mksild (CA) amzn.to/3hBO7P4 (UK)
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00:00 Intro
00:43 Unboxing Tab S8 Plus & Impressions
02:06 Large OLED display first impressions
02:52 Tab S8 Plus Hand Holding Impressions
03:36 Unboxing regular Tab S8
04:33 Tab S8 Impressions
05:37 Fingerprint scanner differences
07:29 Plus sized form factor
08:37 Screen timeout differences, OLED burn in prevention?
08:59 Speaker tests
10:17 CPU performance comparison
10:58 S-pen latency reduction?
12:11 Other differences
13:38 Camera tests
14:28 Conclusions which would should you buy?
14:59 Conclusion on s-pen latency differences
15:35 Holding tablet in the hands
16:54 Veridct on OLED vs TFT
17:29 Where TFT fails miserably
18:59 Adaptive refresh rate and battery efficiency
19:20 Final thoughts
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[@Levek1]

I have to agree in expressing disappointment about the screens. If the tab s8 had the OLED display, I would have had no hesitation going for the smaller tab. Why would they put a "budget" display on a premium tablet?! It makes no sense, thats what the lite or FE editions are for.

[@JSyntax]

100 percent.

[@skumarw7810]

@@JSyntax Kindly reply it is most help full for me reading books on galaxy tab 8 plus causes headache but it is not causes by apple ipad

[@bororobo7036]

Be happy that it is not Amoled. It is a way gentler on the eyes. Amoled is nice for immediate effect, but it's worse when you watch for hours. Battery life is also better with S8.

[@Levek1]

@@bororobo7036 you make a fair point. There are positives to that, being better battery but seeing that blue light filter difference was a bit of a let down, it just seemed really washed out.

[@vanstraelend]

I want to upgrade from s6lite,I would Like to have an AMOLED display,strange strategy by Samsung,are they cutting corners now?

[@AlexandreG]

This is the most complete review of each I've seen, and you managed to do it in a comparison, some other reviewers just don't cover the important points like the S pen latency test and the hand hold test like you did here, it's completely outrageous but thankfully we got you, thanks!

[@JSyntax]

Thank you 🙏🙏🙏

[@Kidroybot]

Got the S8 for the form factor and for reading manga and etc. Upgraded from a first gen ipad mini. It's been perfect. Don't care about OLED. Having a decision crisis between an "inferior" display versus spending $200 more on a better display is just a first world problem LOL.

[@JSyntax]

Lmfao true.

[@laks2804]

Same bro the form factor was important, reading manga, news with one handed felt easy plus taking notes was also quite good as its portable perfect, any more big I would rather use my laptop or my desktop for multitask, since I also game, too big means the traveling distance will be troubling up

[@hukesama8389]

Last year i bought a Tab A7 for mainly for reading manga and LNs. After a year of using, the 3GB ram is really struggling to run multiple apps (also can't keep more the 3 browser tab active) and it can barely install any apps in the 32GB storage. I wished I had known that you can't install apps on the microSD card. I'm still thinking if I should just spend it on a premium tablet (either S8 or S8+) and be done with it.

[@crestraizn]

Try to read Manga in Tachiyomi. It’s one of the main reasons why I keep sticking to Android.

[@sketos_d]

I'm an artist so OLED would make sense

[@hybridinfodesk409]

I have them side by side right now. The screens on both of them are nice, and the little one has inky blacks and vibrant colors. It's so emersive I forget there is a screen difference. I like the screen on the little one a lot. The bigger one does have a beautiful screen, but, when you shrink artwork down it always looks great. Not a downgraded experience at all.

[@eugenepiven2432]

Can you please tell me if you have tried drawing on both tablets and if the bigger display of the 8+ offers a more comfortable experience? I guess I know the answer but I guess I want to know how much of a difference there is. Is the smaller display manageable while drawing?

[@hybridinfodesk409]

@eugenepiven2432 I love them both. My little one for tight detailed artwork easy to get up close and immersing. It my "copilot" when I'm on my pc and don't want to interrupt a process. Small, lightweight, and i can look up stuff fast in a big enough window. The bigger one is great for consumption. Side by side research. Quick interactions and communications. Drawing and looking at creative work. I video edit using PowerDirector on both easily.

[@hybridinfodesk409]

@eugenepiven2432 I couldn't go without either one of them. I always have a charged device.

[@eugenepiven2432]

@@hybridinfodesk409 Thank you. I hope they serve you well.

[@erikjednoreczny8021]

I decided on the Samsung Galaxy S8 Ultra. At first, I was shocked by the huge display, after 3 days I got used to it and I would never go back to a smaller one. All you need to do is install Galxy Max Hz to force an adaptive screen refresh (automatically between 60 and 120 hz). Thanks to this, the Tablet can run on the battery for 11 hours. This application is a bit complicated to install but it pays off. Anyway, I am very happy with this tablet

[@dami7996]

where can u download that app?

[@MegaGuy2010]

?

[@FunKaYxxD1sCO]

Damn. 11 hours?

[@BiswajitKeshariMohanty]

Where can we download that app?

[@hani12321ify]

Is it an app?

[@Titan520]

I preordered the ultra and to be honest, I really prefer the size of the S8 11 inch, perfect size IMO. However, I wish it did have the oled display and twin front cameras, automatic variable refresh rate. Watching movies or video on OLED tablets is the best for me, the experience is almost 3D like because of super blacks and deep contrast. It is the whole reason I buy Samsung Tablets is for their super amoleds. The experience for media consumption is just unbeatable even compared to ipad pro's mini led. Yes, the Apple iPad Pro's M1 chip makes its performance stellar. However let us be honest, buyers purchase tablets mostly for media consumption. The M1 chip is handsdown a performer, the more difficult question to ask yourself is will you be able to utilize at least 80% of it. IMO, most users won't. The chip on the S8 is more than adequate, plus it has Samsung DEX and a more manageable filing system. More so, it gives better value as it comes with the pen, and that awesome oled screen is hard to beat. Yes, ipad pro is brighter. But how often do you watch or use your tablet under the bright scorching sun, we in Asia rarely do; probably in the US which you guys have cold wind factor. Anyhow, just sharing an opinion. Great review!

[@JSyntax]

Thank you for your insights which is very long and in-depth and I appreciate it

[@dean_dv]

You're right most people probably won't make use of that processor but it will give the device a potentially longer life, I have a Tab S6 Lite and it already runs pretty poorly and isn't that old.

[@maprangchanel801]

@@dean_dv different price 😂

[@dirtydirtsgt4751]

Tab S8 actually has adaptive refresh rate while the plus and ultra don't and the front cam is actually an ultrawide, the same one as the ultra and crops in for normal photos

[@chosen1one930]

It's not OLED but AMOLED, there is a difference. Right now everything is in short demand including displays. Supply chains are broken all across the world and this was a way to make sure they could more tablets by using different displays. It also cost more, a lot more right now.

[@adam.dzwoniarek72]

The more review videos I have been watching, the more difficult it has been for me to choose the right tablet for my liking. I feel lost lol

[@JSyntax]

I know you're feeling is a terrible feeling

[@FactsDominate]

I have the S8+ and I love it. The sound, the visual and the feel are perfect. I sometimes look at a particular video more than once just to look at how beautiful it can look on this tablet. One view of Avatar on this baby and you will never go back to another tablet.

[@JSyntax]

Yes! It's gr8

[@boydensimon9934]

Lifesaver review. Saved me a lot of angst. I've bought the S8, and the screen size is more than perfect with a comfortable footprint and weight. Display quality is absolutely fine; sure, OLED would have been nice, but the price would have been nastier. I got a £150 discount plus a further £150 off from Samsung for trading in my 2013 LG G Pad!

[@SiimKoger]

I recommend people to try them out at the store if they can. I personally found out that: 1) Plus is too big for me to want to carry it around all the time (although it looked fine in videos) - just using it at home by the desk would be fine. 2) Latency difference is not noticeable unless you compare them side-by-side.

[@nikekoh6100]

Yup I purchase s8 standard model after I tried it at the retail shop

[@rAuL8a]

Thanks for the amazing comparison! Really appreciate the time you put into it.

[@AlgorithmicEchoes]

Hands down the best and most practical review on tab s8. Great work!

[@nunika1975]

I went from a Tab S4 to the Tab S8, and tne screen on the S8 is stunning. I was worried about tne S8 not being OLED but it's not an issue.

[@chrisandrew_tv]

Regarding the ergonomics of the on-screen keyboard, there is a split layout option that's much more appropriate to the larger screen size. It's kind of silly that the fullwidth/smartphone layout remains the default but changing it is easy enough and only needs to be done once.

[@lf170]

You don't need to turn the eye comfort or temperature up that high to benefit from it. A little goes a long way; 1/5th of the way up is comfortable enough. I have the feature turned on but have the slider all the way off which still gives you a warmer image with less blue light but looks more natural (not too reddish). Obviously, I would have preferred OLED, but the TFT screen actually looks fantastic as it has great color reproduction, high resolution, and 120HZ. Unless you have the brightness turned up really high, black levels look fine, too. Still, the more portable 11 inch size makes up for the lack of OLED.

[@MrLanternland]

First time I've seen this guy's review and i really like it. No schtick, no baloney. Excellent!

[@JSyntax]

Thank you!

[@md3869]

Hey brother thank you for your videoo i just have a really confusing question and hope you will answer me ..did this problem in the s8+ can be fixed by a software update if yes did they fix it or not yet i mean id the refresh rate of the s8+ can change automatically between 120 and 60 like the s8 does or it still fucked up /manual and you will to change by your own in the settings everytime ? And thank you

[@sourdough6800]

Bravo! Logical and well planned. My wife took my tab, and I’m stuck with an iPad. Thanks for the review!

[@JSyntax]

Ty.. Haha u miss it?

[@faustogonzalez8397]

Thanks for your video !! Look forward to your case reviews for the S 8 +.

[@jonrice13]

Great review! Thanks!

[@mikecamimo]

Great review. I entirely agree that there needs to be an 8 inch form factor. I have the S8, and whilst it's a great tablet, I still prefer the form factor of my previous Huawei Mediapad M5 8.

[@roguerebel4001]

My Tab A (2016) is still going strong...If I were to upgrade the S8 series would be my first choice. Looks like a very capable unit.

[@potatochalbro]

This is a really good review and not just a summary of specs like half the reviewers out there do...

[@being_parzival162]

So this video just pops up on my feed...the exact video I'm looking for as I'm in the middle of decision making between the 2 and i come down to the comments to see other people's opinions hoping you are a big youtuber all based on how good the video was and detailed and informative and helpful. So hats off to you, hope your yt channels grows a lot. And thank you for helping me make a decision.

[@JSyntax]

Thanks so much! I hope you make the right decision

[@JH-tj1qs]

which one did you end up getting?

[@crypttion808]

👍 Good comparison! Thank you!

[@magic1385]

Great Video! Thanks!!

[@ericblay8615]

Hey John, found your video by searching for this exact comparison. Happy to see my real life and KZbin interests collide, keep up the good work!

[@JSyntax]

Thanks!

[@yesterdaystech86]

I am trying to decide between these 3 and the size of the regular would be best for me. The ultra wont replace my laptop anyway and is the same size. I think the regular s8 is the only one with variable refresh rate which the oleds lack?

[@AlphaBiker54]

I feel exactly as you do. I purchased the S8+ for the OLED display, but I prefer the smaller form factor of the S8. I had the LCD S7 and missed having OLED, but the size was better for me.

[@amsterdamn3899]

Ok goodluck on the screen burn after months or year of using it.

[@AlphaBiker54]

@Amsterdamn I've owned OLED phones, tablets for years and never had burn-in. Also plasma TVs, no burn-in.

[@dphillips322]

Helpful. I'm coming from an S2. Wanted something to watch media on while stuck somewhere for six hours every two weeks.. Display is more important to me than form factor, so I went with the plus. Second screen works great. Not disappointed. Nice to know final decision was it is worth the $200 more.

[@JSyntax]

Good choice!

[@lucasnicolae4573]

Just a tip for tab s8 users: lower the intensity of the eye comfort mode to 20-25%. It does make a difference!

[@JSyntax]

That's fair but I prefer the look of OLED and maximizing the reduction of the light

[@lf170]

I agree! You can also turn the feature on and leave the slider at 0% - you still get some benefit from it and it gives you a natural image that doesn't look too warm. This is how I have mine set up.

[@azeem71191]

@@JSyntax With all the talks you are forgetting about OLED 120Hz-240Hz PWM, The TFT flickers@63000Hz!!! People sensitive to PWM can easily use the TFT variant.

[@Valkyrutn]

I would like the s8 for the size, but I can't live without the perfect blacks and warm colors of amoled, it's a shame they didn't put amoled on the s8

[@koharu.mochii]

I appreciate this very thorough review. I'm a former apple user and switched over to android. I currently have an S23U and knew I needed a tablet for school, productivity, and drawing. After watching this review carefully I decided to order the S8+. I do like the size of the S8 but the plus gives me more room creatively to work on, & It'll be great for note taking in school. I'm aware I won't be able to hold it in my hand naturally because of the size, but that's not a problem for me as I can always switch back to my S23U.😊

[@hectorexcalibur3593]

I prefer TFT on tab s8 though, because it won't leave burn mark as the screen ages like the AMOLED will.

[@CuteLakitu]

What really makes a difference is when you're an artist or a student who intends to only work on the tablet for note taking for example. We can actually see the latency since Samsung managed to reduce it to 2ms on the S8 + which is incredible since the iPad Pro is like 8 or 6 ms I don't exactly remember.

[@hybridinfodesk409]

I have them both. On the little one a lot. Love the size, the plus, use it because of the keyboard that came with it. Have different apps on each tab so I have to use them both. Love the updated software. Had it on the plus well before the little one. If, I had to choose it would be hard. I heardly notice the screen or screen resolution. What I like about the little one is the fingerprint reader on the power button much better than the on screen ones.

[@ramonlorenzovaldavia1306]

Did you notice a REAL difference about the S-Pen on S8 and S8+? They say on the website that S8 have 6.8ms of latency and the S8+ / Ultra just 2.8ms... But it can be notice? I'm a hobbyist digital drawer and also, I take a lot of notes, I really don´t care the OLED screen but what about the latency?... What you can tell me about based on your experience with both tablets? Thanks

[@beards319]

I think it's a natural thing if the s8 uses a tft screen. If the s8 uses an oled screen, then the s8+ will not sell well in the market. Why is it like that, because the screen size of the S8 is more comfortable in the hand.

[@Dark.KnightYT]

Maybe just remove the S8+ all together. And it'll sell better.

[@richarddcrossley]

Great summary. Like you I wanted the smaller one but in the UK you got free galaxy buds pro headphones and 12 months Disney plus only with the S8+. They also gave me £120 for my 2015 iPad Pro that has white spot so the price vs the free stuff and great trade ins wasn’t worth having going with the 8.

[@JSyntax]

damn, im jealous of your deal!

[@mrsbrightside.]

Got the plus, a good middleground and i get all the features from the ultra along with the portability. All 3 are great options though, ofc

[@hard2bear3110]

Thanks for this, really helpful. I currently have a Tab S4 which visually display wise is still stunning, but stuck on Android 10 now, 4gb of ram and the Snapdragon 835 is getting a bit long in the tooth. Only real reason I'd go for the S8 Plus is the AMOLED display as I don't really need a bigger screen. Shame as it leaves me feeling a bit confused, newer software, much faster, but lcd from amoled feels like a downgrade no matter how good the lcd is. Maybe the S9 they will stick an AMOLED back in the 11. As you say, seems strange as the S5e had AMOLED at a much lower price point. Weird decision.

[@Z-Engineer]

You need to understand some people hate Amoled, including me. It's a nightmare to read in dark mode for a long time, mainly due to PWM and the technology combined with human eye properties. Being flashy and more colorful doesn't always mean superiority. Personal choice.

[@bp6837]

Amoled is also prone to burn in.

[@Audios81]

Have a current S7+ 5G and love it, but wish it were smaller. Upgraded three days ago from the Fold 2 and Tab S7+ 5G, to the Fold 3 and S8+......loved the Ultra but too big. Wish they made an OLED tab between 8"-9" and has the same power performance, including top end processor and large battery (I'd sacrifice some thinness for a larger battery). Couldn't do the S8 standard, substandard screen panel, less pixel density, and not much cheaper tbh. Granted the S8+ is $1799AUD here and the Fold 3 is $2499.....which is ridiculous but, my Fold 2 and S7+ 5G were $2999 and $1999 respectively. I spent $700 less to get similar form factors but better performance, and IPX8 on the Fold. So maybe they are going in the right direction.

[@JSyntax]

Agreed! You made no comprises.

[@nosignal88]

So helpful thank you very much, from Sydney Australia.

[@lyndonkain4749]

Great review. I do think you could have covered 1 thing though. Using the screen outdoors. Sounds like the S8 goes pretty bright but it would be good to know how it fares. I had the same issue when looking at laptop reviews. Not everyone lives inside 24/7. I live in the Tropics and spend most of my time outdoors where the ambient light is VERY bright. With my laptop I went Matt screen, not so easy to find. Wish they also did tablets with Matt. The bright polished glass effect is like looking in a mirror. Also wish to use the tablet for remote mapping when in my 4x4, so I wonder how it will go in the direct sun? Anyway, thanks again for the review, you have confirmed for me that the standard sized s8 is the way to go. Cheers Lyndon

[@deepee1544]

Touchscreens do not work with matte finishes.

[@GD1_3]

I got the s8+ because I remote game and love the oled screen for playing. Having the S23 Ultra also factored in my decision as It's my main everyday device I use. I definitely agree with it being awkward to hold but buying a case w/BT keyboard literally turns it into a laptop using dex.

[@eriktheberge8062]

First time watcher, excellent video, thank you!

[@JSyntax]

Thanks for watch!

[@yaserarafath3116]

thanks a lot brooooo i was about to take today. now i got a clear idea which one i need

[@greencarrot5311]

15:46 delay screen or it make the screen smoother ?

[@TomaszSkwarek83]

I traded my s7 for s8+ and couldn't agree more with your opinion. It's a shame that Samsung puts inferior screen on flagship device. Really like OLED but just can't get used to bigger screen. Have to keep it 2-3 feet farther away then I'd like to.

[@artpraz]

Hi, very good and informative review in the flood of copy and paste world. I got S8 as compact form factor is more important to me than the eye comfort shield future which I don't use at all. So far very happy with my choice. I really like your foldable tablet stand that appears to be be very solid even when supporting two tablets at the same time. Can you please provide a link to this stand? Thanks again for your review.

[@MaxFromLondon]

This is the review I was looking for. I am Brazilian and I didn't find this comparetion in Portuguese. As the majority persons in comments, I prefer the S8 size, but the screen for study is better in S8+, since you are going to spend a long time with the light.

[@JSyntax]

Thank you

[@ddvantandar-kw7kl]

Very good review the form factor play a major role. Screen aspect ratio and placement when it's comes to audio visual experience.

[@user..Aa..Bb..]

Great video. I bought the normal S8 because I didn't want to spend the extra cash. Screen is good not oled good but I just increase the brightness a little and no issue. Really happy with purchase.

[@mihranaarslan5092]

How much space does the installed app take up in memory? Would 128gb be enough for a lot of notetaking, study apps, pdf app etc.?

[@chidorichu9388]

I have the tab S7+ and got a nice Samsung trade in promotion to get the tab S8 with keyboard case + $50 Samsung credit for only paying $50. been testing the s8 honestly I am in the same boat as you. I love the portability and flexibility of the S8 but sad to sacrifice the oled screen. this tablet reminds me similar to the old days of the Samsung 8.4 tablet and nexus 7 days I wish Samsung had something between 8.4 -10.1 inches and oled. that would be the sweet spot for me, this video definitely helped me make my decision to go with the s8 and send my S7+ for trading in thank you so much!

[@kanehi]

I have the Tab S6 and gotten the Tab S8+ and both with LTE. Getting older it’s nice to use a bigger screen. I will use both of them but mainly the Tab S8+. Nice to have a larger screen for GPS directions

[@bradstoops8862]

Good to know I'm not alone in my frustration that Samsung didn't include the AMOLED display on the base S8. Was the cost savings really that great? At BestBuy right, the 128GB versions of the S8 and S8+ are both the same, so the S8+ really seems to be the better value... depending on how you plan to use it. As I approach 60, I have to say that I am definitely appreciating larger displays, but I also appreciate the ergonomics/balance of the S8's size. I'm actually playing with the S7 FE right now. It seems a little on the heavy side, and the main impetus for trying it was the bundled keyboard cover. They keyboard cover is a big value-add and works really well, BUT out of the box, the kickstand won't support the weight of the tablet. It leans back too far causing the tablet to lose connection with the keyboard rendering it useless. I was really leaning toward the S8+ (same size as the S7 FE), but this issue makes me want the smaller, lighter S8 all the more... except for the display. Still debating which to use...

[@rodrigolopezmaya5974]

s8+ should have 12gb ram as default

[@mscargill1]

As always a very helpful review. Thank you. Great pity, I agree, to have to make the eye comfort sacrifice for the much more convenient single handed firm factor advantage of the regular Tab 8. However, on balance, I think I would make that sacrifice since I would make longer and greater daily use of the form factor advantage than the eye comfort advantage (at night in bed).

[@JSyntax]

Indeed, we also get Adaptive refresh rate and longer battery life. I'll just need to wear my blue light blocking glasses more often these days. If only I had bought the tab s6 instead of s5e couple years ago. This video wouldn't have existed.

[@mscargill1]

@@JSyntax or try and have the discipline of only using e-ink readers in bed after 11pm or whenever you go to bed. Useless for video watching I know. You’re a confirmed Android tablet user rather than iPad user? I have the so-called Surface Pro 8 “tablet” which has a much worse hand holding form factor than the Tab 8+ but all the joys of Windows. I don’t use that in bed for sure! However, I can see why some might be tempted by the Tab8+ hence the great value of your video review and comparison. Thanks once again!

[@Indrid__Cold]

I really appreciate the higher quality of the display on the plus model. Also the plus feels more like a true laptop replacement.

[@meenam300zx]

I still have my tab S3 AMOLED and I love the 9.7 inch size. I will wait for Tab S9 and see if Samsung has learned from their mistakes or not. I don't want anything larger otherwise I just use my laptop. Hopefully they will have OLED on their smallest size.

[@GregoryLopez1]

Thanks for covering handling ergonomics. I have a Tab S6 and was thinking of moving to the S8 plus, but portability and one-handed use is important to me in a tablet. Since the S6 serves all my other needs and has an OLED screen, I'll be sticking with what I have.

[@JSyntax]

S6 was amazing! Still is. Snapdragon 855

[@jamman7344]

The answer is yes, flat out. Just picked mine up 😊😊🙏🏿💪🏾

[@sumbochen2519]

You are completely correct. I wanted the S8 form, size but it doesnt come with OLED. So I didn't buy any of the S8 series. I'll save my money. Thanks for your review. SUBSCRIBED 👌

[@JSyntax]

Save your money, good idea!

[@chigga76]

The blue light feature is a good pickup. That's what I was wondering. Thank you.

[@openmindedbloke]

Looking to bag a deal on the S8 now the S9 is here. You must be please to here the base S9 has an Oled. I don't use a tablet in bed and the smaller size fits in well with using it as an app for my sound system and the occasional net surfing. Great review, thank you.

[@rishabhjakhan]

Did you bought s8?? How's the display.. is it that bad as all comments are saying??

[@JustXavier]

I with you! I want a good tablet for reading comics and the s8+ is too big. Gimme oled on the 11" and it's perfect.

[@autisticbishounen4474]

I was still on the fence until you told us about how the eye-saver looked so bad on the s8, thanks for including that detail. I'm really sensitive to blue light so it's great to know and helped me solidify my choice.

[@jean-pierrekolly6084]

No mention here of bluetooth codecs. These are important to wireless headphone listeners, like many tablet users are. There seems to be a lack of available info regarding bluetooth codecs of the S8 series.

[@md3869]

Thank bro for your video but im just confused a little bit ..i know that the s8+ has the option of 60 /120 refresh rate but what you said is that it cant automatically change between them during your usage like the s8 can do right but why is that i thought they have the same processor but why to different ways of functioning and can we fix this problem or did they do a software update that fixed that problem or is there any app that can it the s8+ like s8 (allowing it to change between 60 to 120 automatically )

[@JSyntax]

The regular s8 has variable refresh rate

[@IamGadgetcom]

Excellent Video...I subscribed...good details...well done..I have been to several stores this week trying to compare the S8 and the S8+. i too have come to the conclusion that the S8 would be the right size for a go-to tablet. I know how much I use my phone for searching etc. and how much better it would be to pick up a tablet to do the same. For all the many reasons I will use a tablet it will be hand held almost all of the time and the S8 just fits right. Yes...Samsung did bad by not using the better screen.... Last night after finding a store that had both on display my mind was made up....buy the S8...much more comfortable to use...if it was the S8+ I do not think I would look forward to picking it up as often....Now I am still a bit confused....I like to have it all....I do want to make a decision fast...It will probably be the S8 (with an "ouch" feeling) because I will use it. Thanks again

[@JSyntax]

Definitely an ouch feeling with the lack of oled

[@IamGadgetcom]

@@JSyntax yes,,,,I did order the S8 last night from Amazon and it is being delivered today. The most popular tablet "The ipad" is about the same size as the S8...There is a reason for this...I hope Samsung hears the complaints.

[@nikekoh6100]

Same situaition as you, but I have ordered my s8 due to portability, I'm very sure if I purchase the s8 plus it will stay in my bag forever because of its size

[@stevedo50]

@@nikekoh6100 👍

[@anthonycampos7417]

Since it seemed like you were struggling to type on both tablets there actually is a keyboard specifically made for tablets. It splits the keyboard in 2 and separates them to the edges of the screen closest to your thumbs. Very very useful

[@sanyahkevin5164]

which tablet comes with the key board cover?

[@_germanist]

Best video on the topic. Very sympathetic.

[@JSyntax]

Interesting comment

[@Benjamin-ot1ic]

What a great video :)

[@navneetjuneja]

Can you please share what set up or launcher are you using for the home screen on this tab?? It's really beautiful looking i would say

[@JSyntax]

It's default from Samsung no?

[@tuhinbanerjee9571]

For reading books and taking notes with pencil is s8 good enough or should i pay more money for the s8+ version?

[@johngumbar5762]

I'm like you, I prefer to use my tablets in portrait orientation, does it suffer from slanted/crooked/jelly like scrolling especially on text heavy web pages? As the one side of the screen is scrooling faster than the other side, hence making the lines of text look slanted etc.... Only happens in portrait orientation rather than landscape.... Any feedback would be greatly appreciated. Good review BTW... subbed👍

[@JSyntax]

No it is not a problem, ty for your kind words

[@93420]

I am completely agree, i would buy the smaller version if it was a oled display. I tried them twice and i agree the 12.4 seems really weird to hold.

[@JSyntax]

Yes!

[@SteveZ1]

I got the S8+ for note-taking, general organization, and watching videos while cooking. I have an OLED Tab S6 suspended above my face in bed from a flexible neck tablet holder. I leave it plugged into power 24/7. It's great for video and reading since I don't have to hold up the tablet and since it always has power. I like the size of the S8+ for note-taking. I would not want to take notes while sitting in my recliner on a handheld S8 Ultra because it is too big and on the other hand, the S8 because it is too small. So it's a matter of the right tool for the job I need it to do and for handheld note-taking the S8+ is perfect.

[@bloodraven2o1o]

Does anyone know if they have maybe fixed the blue light filtering implementation on the smaller S8 with an update since then? Was going to get that one based on the video, but the blue light filter being this bad would be a deal breaker for me. Great video btw, good overview of the differences of two very similar tablets

[@Shahrzadiiiii]

I ordered S8 three weeks ago, it was horrible! Then I contacted Samsung and told them I want a replacement because what I received was way worse than all models in KZbin videos and at the our local Media Markt store. The replacement came, same story! Then again, for the third time, I asked for a replacement, and I received a tablet with a horrible display that had a fully yellow tint which looked like the eye comfort shield was always on! Three weeks! Now I'm waiting for the S8+... I really hope it won't disappoint! I'm too tired honestly! It's a shame Samsung chose to gamble like this with this flagship model! It could've been the perfect size and specifications!

[@jlfitzpatrick2426]

Thanks for the comparison and review, very disappointed in the lack of choices for the S8 display technology. Using a 6.9" Note 20 Ultra, Lenovo P53 15.6" Mobile Workstation for work and a larger Lenovo AIO 23" desktop for home. Have had a 8.4" MediaPad M5 for years and it's the perfect size, but won't upgrade past Android 8 here in the US, still I don't need to replace it with a +12" tablet, makes no sense. Will you be reviewing the Lenovo Pad Pro 2022? Curious to see how their 11.2" OLED compares to the Tab S8 TFT display.

[@JSyntax]

Agreed absolutely

[@jlfitzpatrick2426]

Noticed last week Lenovo announced the Tab P11 Pro (Gen 2), similar in spec to the 2022 Pad Pro but with only the MediaTek SoC and supposedly '120% more powerful' than the Tab P11 Pro from last year. Looking forward to seeing this global model get fully vetted since the China only model offered a Qualcomm SoC which is supposedly better. Also curious if Samsung has any plans to correct their mistake and offer OLED on the Tab S9 due out early next year.

[@chrism8922]

I wholeheartedly agree with this. The S8 should absolutely have an OLED display, and it was the deciding factor in me going to the S8+ - I want a tablet for its "holdability," not as a laptop replacement, and having a more management OLED display seems like it should be obvious.

[@JSyntax]

i got use the lcd to this day :(

[@miguelc2840]

@@JSyntax What does this even mean?

[@Indrid__Cold]

Well, I prefer theS8+ optical fingerprint scanner. I can never seem to get the face lock to open. I find the ultrasonic scanners are more susceptible to damage.

[@cily66]

The s8 tab was released with Android 12 ? Right ? So you have 3 update until Android version 15 ? That's correct?

[@tam5211]

Does your new s8 tab get hot in first time work????? Pls it's important to know

[@kornisonkiseli3248]

Excellent review. You're so right about the screens, there's no excuse for Samsung putting inferior one on a smaller tablet. Frankly, I don't even get the reasoning behind it. I went with smaller tab anyway because it's perfect in every other way. Portability and holding it comfortably in hand is most important factor. Second one is that Plus and Ultra are unusable in portrait mode. I also wish they released a powerful 16 GB 8-inch tab for gaming.

[@JSyntax]

Me too, I pray one day

[@GetToThePointAlready]

It makes perfect sense. You pay more money, you expect a better screen. Simple.

[@ASAFYY]

Is the "Warn if S Pen is left behind" working for you? mine isnt.

[@conanandre]

I agree, should be an 11 inch S8 version with OLED.

[@JSyntax]

100

[@bellastarmartin4601]

Thanks for the rewiew, this made me more certain to get the S8 tablet instead of the S8+. One it is more affordable, two I mainly want this is table for university and to use it during lectures and creating digital notes.I think the S8 is big enough, especially if I decide to split screen. What do you think?

[@JSyntax]

Good choice!

[@kaushiksarkar4073]

Hey ! I am getting S7+ at $593 and S8+ at $702 . And though I have budget but still $110 does matter to me. Which one should I go for . I will mostly use it for note taking and class purpose.

[@atomic2050]

I got the 8+ for uni if the regular 8 had the better screen I would have gone for that one

[@nrcg2317]

Excellent review!!!

[@JSyntax]

Thank you kindly!

[@c.carrillo7813]

Great review. I was reluctant to part with my perfect TAB S5E, if only they would do software updates longer. Ultimately I went with the S8plus for the screen but my backpack is noticeably heavier due to the size difference. Thanks to reviewers like yourself I think Samsung will make the change.

[@JSyntax]

Ty! Agreed. You just be enjoying the speed upgrade from s5e

[@jessa.3857]

I have the S5E and want the S8+. How's the experience been so far?

[@eyalhar-tuv803]

That's why I'M KEEPING MY TAB S6! It's the last amoled, small factor tablet. it is now upgraded to UI 4 and Android 12. Perfect.

[@JSyntax]

Good decision. Save yo money

[@JSyntax]

I regret picking s5e over s6 two years ago

[@eyalhar-tuv803]

@Buzás András sorry to hear that 😣

[@SuperMerlot]

I'm still keeping my s2

[@jimhorrocks6473]

Don't laugh, but I am still using the original Tab S 10.5". I keep going back and forth over size and screen type. Great video. Will keep watching for end of year discounts.

[@LiveTUNA]

My speakers in my house definitely heard a difference when you switched to the s8+. I'm a bit of an audiophile and have my emotiva hooked to a Klipsch system using Atmos.

[@JSyntax]

Interesting!

[@tonyrobinson362]

Still on S3 tab would update but have treated myself to the S23 ultra phone, May update tab later in year thanks for review great.

[@kakhak]

Definitely worth. Always. Any OLED is hundred times better than any, most advanced and expensive LCD. Always.

[@juansanchez7784]

I’m watching this video on my Samsung tab S5E & the only reason why I won’t upgrade to the Samsung Galaxy tab S8 is cos NO Oled screen, there is no way I will spend £650 for a top of the range Samsung tablet with a massive cut corner of not fitting a great Oled screen that I’m used to, & I don’t want an enormous difficult to hold & not having the portability that I like & the weight being uncomfortable and heavier when holding it with my hand, I was very disappointed when the Tab S8 came with just an lcd tft screen & if u want the Oled screen you have to go for the larger 12.5” cluncky & spend more money for a larger tablet I just don’t want 11” is the perfect sweet spot and Samsung couldn’t be bother to put an Oled screen. What a big disappointment SAMSUNG.

[@BensTechTube]

Great Video! IMO the Smaller Tabs S7 & S8 SOUND BETTER, then the S7+ & S8+! Weird Right?!

[@mridulkandar8006]

Does tab s8 support HDR playback in KZbin? Please confirm!