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Decide whether to replace a Galaxy Tab S11 with S12+ or S12 Ultra: screen-size changes, retained hardware, US launch prices, and software limits.
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Samsung · Tablets
Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra combines a 14.6-inch AMOLED display, Dimensity 9500, included S Pen, and up to 16 GB RAM with 1 TB storage.
Released · First official release in any country
Global release: Released internationally; available in confirmed markets.
Samsung confirms October 7 availability in select markets, including the United States. Availability is market-specific. Samsung Global Newsroom: launch specifications and support wording, Samsung US Newsroom: first on-sale date and US launch prices Checked .
- Chipset
- MediaTek Dimensity 9500
- Display diagonal
- 14.6 in
- Refresh rate
- 120 Hz
- Battery capacity
- 11,600 mAh
- Options
- Models
- SM-X940 · United States Wi-Fi See all
- Colors
- Gray, Silver
Is the Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra right for you?
The Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra is a desk-oriented choice for readers who want a 14.6-inch Android workspace. The S12+ uses the same Dimensity 9500 processor and includes an S Pen, so the Ultra premium principally buys more screen area and additional configuration options.
Compared with the catalog’s Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra, the S12 Ultra retains the listed screen size, pixel resolution, Wi-Fi weight, battery capacity, and 45W charging. Its newer processor and Android 17 launch software need to solve a specific task to justify replacing an existing tablet.
A good fit if
- You want a 14.6-inch workspace for documents and handwritten notes.
- You need the verified 1 TB configuration with 16 GB RAM.
Look elsewhere if
- Consider Galaxy Tab S12+ if its 12.6-inch screen fits your work and lower Wi-Fi weight matters.
- Keep Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra if its existing workspace already handles your tasks.
Which configuration to choose
This page lists verified United States Wi-Fi configurations. 256 GB and 512 GB use 12 GB RAM; 1 TB uses 16 GB RAM. The US store lists Gray and Silver. Samsung also announces cellular models globally; their regional configurations are not listed here. Check the local model number, connectivity, and storage before ordering outside the US.
Full specifications
Covers every recorded configuration.
Design
- Width
- 208.5 mm
- Height
- 326.3 mm
- Depth
- 5.1 mm
- Weight
- 692 g
Display
- Panel type
- Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution width
- 2,960 px
- Resolution height
- 1,848 px
- Display diagonal
- 14.6 in
- Refresh rate
- 120 Hz
Cameras
- Main camera resolution
- 13 MP
- Front camera resolution
- 12 MP
- Camera configuration / limitations
- Rear: 13 MP plus 8 MP ultra-wide. Front: 12 MP ultra-wide.
Battery
- Maximum wired charging
- 45 W
- Charging conditions
- Up to 45W wired charging; adapter sold separately.
- Battery capacity
- 11,600 mAh
Connectivity
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi 7
- Bluetooth
- 6.0
- NFC
- Not confirmed
- Connectivity
- Wi-Fi 7 on recorded US Wi-Fi variants. MicroSD up to 2 TB. Global specifications also list 5G models; this page records US Wi-Fi configurations only.
Software
- Security support end date
- Not confirmed
- Operating system
- Android 17 (One UI 9)
- Update commitment
- Up to seven OS upgrades. Samsung also states security updates, but does not give a dated security-support end in the checked sources.
Performance
- Chipset
- MediaTek Dimensity 9500
Durability
- Water resistance
- IP68
Configuration
- Memory
- 12 GB / 16 GB
- Storage
- 256 GB to 1 TB
Configurations & colors
- Gray
- Silver
Match the regional model numbers to the confirmed markets below. These countries are verified by official sources; configurations and local stock can differ.
| Region and model | Configuration | Confirmed markets | Colors |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States Wi-FiSM-X940 | US Wi-Fi, 12 GB / 256 GBUS Wi-Fi, 12 GB / 512 GBUS Wi-Fi, 16 GB / 1 TB | United States | Gray, Silver |
Software
Software support: Up to seven OS upgrades. Samsung also states security updates, but does not give a dated security-support end in the checked sources.
Source-backed strengths and limitations
Strengths
- S Pen included in the box
- MicroSD expansion up to 2 TB
Limitations
- 45W power adapter sold separately
- Included S Pen does not support Bluetooth Low Energy
Pricing
$1,399.99 · United States · launch price · Checked 2026-10-11 · Source
Sources & verification
- news.samsung.com · checked Samsung Global Newsroom: launch specifications and support wording
- news.samsung.com · checked Samsung US Newsroom: first on-sale date and US launch prices
- samsung.com · checked Samsung US: software support conditions and model comparison
- samsung.com · checked Samsung US store: 256 GB Wi-Fi configuration
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