Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra 5G Lab Test Results: Performance, Camera, Battery & Verdict

Tested in controlled lab conditions | Last updated: November 2026 | Price: ₹164,999 (approx.)

Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra 5G: Lab Test Summary

Overall Score: 8.0/10
Performance Score: 8.0/10
Battery Score: 6.5/10

*Ratings & scores are based on the 148-181k price segment

Key Strengths and Limitations

Strengths
Huge 14.6-inch AMOLED with rich colours and deep blacks, great for video, reading and multitasking
Remarkably slim (5.1mm) for its size, with a premium aluminium build
Dimensity 9500 handles demanding apps, multitasking and games, helped by an upgraded vapour-chamber cooling system
Four speakers with spatial audio and Dolby Atmos enhances experience
S Pen included, and the big canvas helps note-taking, annotation and sketching
One UI 9 makes good use of the space, with three-way split screen, floating windows and DeX for a desktop-style layout
Useful AI touches such as Note Assist and Now Nudge
Seven OS upgrades and seven years of security updates
Limitations
Too large for casual one-handed use, so it needs a desk, lap or stand
Pro Keyboard Book Cover costs an extra ₹27,999 and isn’t bundled, despite the productivity pitch
Cameras are fine for scanning and video calls but not a reason to buy

Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra 5G Key Specifications

Display
14.56″ (36.98 cm) Dynamic AMOLED 2x Display
RAM | Storage
12 GB RAM | 256 GB Storage
Camera
13 MP Rear | 12 MP Front Camera
Processor
MediaTek Dimensity 9500 Octa core 4.21 GHz Processor
Battery | Fast Charging
11600 mAh
OS
Android OS
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra 5G Overall Scorecard

Category Score Verdict
Overall Performance
8.0/10 Good
CPU Performance
8.5/10 Good
GPU / Gaming
8.0/10 Good
Storage Performance
8.5/10 Good
Battery Life
6.5/10 Average
AI Performance
7.0/10 Good

*Ratings & scores are based on the 148-181k price segment

Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra 5G Performance based on Lab test

CPU Performance: Is Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra 5G Good for Daily Use and Multitasking?

CPU Test Score
AnTuTu Overall
3,519,607
AnTuTu CPU Score
1,130,710
Geekbench 6 Single-Core
2,788
Geekbench 6 Multi-Core
9,313
CPU Throttling Test
70%
PCMark Work 3.0
17,644

*Ratings & scores are based on the 148-181k price segment

Gaming Performance: Is Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra 5G Good for Gaming?

Gaming / GPU Test Score
AnTuTu GPU
1,261,950
3DMark Wild Life Extreme
7,315
3DMark Stability
71.10%
Geekbench GPU OpenCL
16,667
BGMI FPS (Smooth Graphic)
59
Genshin Impact (High)
59.3

*Ratings & scores are based on the 148-181k price segment

Storage Performance: App Load Speeds and Responsiveness

Storage Test Result
Random Read Speed
1543.5 MB/s
Random Write Speed
889.2 MB/s
Sequential Read Speed
3968.2 MB/s
Sequential Write Speed
2105.5 MB/s
AnTuTu Storage Score
85,152
PCMark Android Storage Score
49,212

*Ratings & scores are based on the 148-181k price segment

Battery Life: Is Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra 5G Good for Battery Backup?

Battery Metric Result
PCMark Battery Test
09:22:00

*Ratings & scores are based on the 148-181k price segment

AI Performance and Future Readiness

AI Test Score
Geekbench AI Single Precision (GPU)
1,549
Geekbench AI Half Precision (GPU)
2,106
Geekbench AI Quantized (GPU)
1,631
Geekbench AI Single Precision (NNAPI)
793
Geekbench AI Half Precision (NNAPI)
777
Geekbench AI Quantized (NNAPI)
1,674

*Ratings & scores are based on the 148-181k price segment

Final Verdict: Is Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra 5G Worth Buying?

The Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra is a tablet that knows exactly who it is for. Its expansive display, polished build and capable software make it a compelling companion for work and entertainment alike, while battery life is a genuine strength. Handling is less forgiving, and the extras and price demand real commitment. For those who want a large-screen Android experience and can look past the cost, it stands as a confident, well-rounded choice, though not one for everyone.

Metric Value

Final Rating

8/10

How We Tested Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra 5G

  • Benchmarks run 3 times and averaged
  • Tested at 25°C room temperature
  • Battery tested at 50% brightness
  • Gaming tests conducted in 30-minute sessions
Testing Process & Standards
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