YOU Should Buy the Galaxy Tab S8+ in 2023 - and THIS is Why!
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- Опубліковано 30 лип 2024
- Should you buy the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8+ in 2023 even though the Tab S9+ is out?
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Every time Samsung releases a new tablet - in this case, the Tab S9+ - people automatically rush to buy the newest option. But sometimes you need to ask yourself if the features in the new tablet justify the added cost? So today we’re going to talk about why - if you’re looking for a tablet, you should still consider buying the Tab S8 Plus.
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TAB S9+:
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TAB S8+:
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What's up everyone?! I hope this overview of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8+ in 2023 was helpful. Did I cover what you wanted to know? What else did you want to see or learn about?
Would love to know what you think. Is this a tablet that you would still use and why or why not. If you’re currently using something else, please share your experience with me. I am grateful in advance 🙏
If I wasn't still very happy with my iPad Mini 6 I would consider that 8+. Buying last gen on this tablet makes more sense to me.
Such a good value!
I have both the mini and s8+ and I preferred the mini for almost everything beside watching and playing video, for taking note and gaming the s8 plus has easier time holding it
@@VinhNguyen-ip7bn S8+ is better for note taking?
@chargv for me at least, the screen is bigger and the s pen feels more organic than the apple pencil
I grabbed myself a referb S7+ on auction for $250(can). I haven't had a tablet in probably 7 years, with my Tab3...almost ancient. I wanted to be able to edit photos more efficiently on the go, now that I'm getting more into photography with my Canon R7 and my wildlife setup with the Sigma 150-600 C. It's multi-media and gaming functions are nice additional feature. And I would love to be able to use it at work to place my orders rather than use my client's 13" MacBook Air.
Great deal!
I just ordered 8 plus. AMAZON, on sale $599. Their sale Oct 11th and 12th. I'm on a small budget and wanted a tablet. Can't afford the Tab 9. I think I'll be happy. PS. I am a devoted Samsung fan, plus Android all the way. It'll suit my needs and more. Thanks for your videos. I find them very helpful and unbiased.
@TechGearTalk - please advise.
I am looking for a tablet for my teenage son to carry to school. Which one would you request - Apple or Samsung and which model?? Thank you!
This guy does great tech reviews, I have the S8 plus & I'm very happy & not planning on upgrading until a very very long time
I will be using the tablet mainly for media consumption. No gaming, no note taking, no multitasking stuff. Do you recommend buying the S8 Plus now or the S9 Plus (my preference) next year? Good video.
I just recently got a Galaxy tab s8 plus 5g unlocked tablet refurbished with a one year warranty off eBay for $580 I've been using it for a few months now and it's been great!
Congrats!!! Glad you got a good deal!
I agree with this strategy when needing/getting a new device: phone or tablet or laptop - it all applies... even when you are getting the car!
The newest and the latest is not always the best choice, technically, operationally but also financially
I literally did this with my cars few times already, and with my computers and phones - I get what I need the device to do for me. In no way was I able to justify S9 over S8+ ... I liked how ligth it is, how good spec it is for under $600... S9+ was still way too much for my liking - but offered not really a lot in exchange for a few hundred dollars more :)
Hey, can you please tell me about how much battery the tab s8 and iPad air 5 drain when on standby?
Still very expensive in Canada Amazon…..1100$ plus 68$ for keyboard….tell me a more economical option for Dex screen/keyboard combo, thanks
Can these store apps and such on the SD-cards, S7 FE and S6 Lite can just use media as videos, music and pictures, it says on Samsungs website.
umm,i havent yet bought a tablet in my life but with my lapop's battery life sucking i need something new for playing games (demanding ones might i add, genshin , pgr and the lot) . the s9+ after the discounts offered here in India is gonna cost me roughly 80k (with a cover and sd card (256gb)) . which is around 980$ i think. and ofc i am inclined towards the extra performance offered by the sd 8 gen 2 chip over the sd865 i have on my phone. will the s9+ be a good choice?
As always, great and practical video! Right now, with the pre-order freebies, the S9 series actually is still a good option. But for sure, S8 series is still of great value :)
Thank you for the kind words and for contributing to the community.
I was really torn between this and the base tab s9 . In the end the smaller size and the extra year of software updates made me choose the tab s9. Samsung are running great offers now on the tab s9 and along with the student discounts the price is about the same as tab s8.
Good move!
@abhimeena4423 it was around 6k, and after all the discounts and gst write-offs, I paid around 45k for it
In US with the education discount, S9 is actually only 74 more ($599 compared to $674)
How are you liking the Tab s9 i am torn between the 11inch s9 and the plus model .
@@silverpro8356 I'm really loving it so far . The display and the speakers are absolutely phenomenal. Everything feels smooth and snappy . Writing with spen feels really good and a bit better compared to s8 . Games run smoothly. The size makes it great for media consumption but it is a bit cramped if you want to take notes while watching lecture or UA-cam with split screen.
I have a tiny question as I feel confused , I just bought a tab S8+ and I notice that during use , the screen gets a little hot from one part (The part opposite the camera ) . Is this normal cuz it's first use only or is there something wrong with my device!!
i have Tab s8+ 5G but why do i feel like the performace is worst on it as comapard to TAB S8+ wifi only. Please reconfirm this or am i just having thoughts. I was planning to go for s9+
i have a s8+ tablet that has a sim slot, however, i was told you cannot make phone calls from it. i did try and nothing. so, what is the phone icon in the tablet for????
Hi was wondering what the green xray card is called to see through the back of the device have seen you use it on the ipad too keep up the good work on the vids 👍
Its magnetic xray sheets
As I have the tab s6 lite atm the s8+'s snapdragon will already be such an improvement that going for the s9+ won't really be noticeable for me, the price difference is though
Thanks so much for the video
Same here. Btw, there is an insane deal on Amazon for 400€ on the silver version right now. New. I can't believe my eyes
Just got mine for EUR 500 (Netherlands) open box, as new!
I just got an S7+ and I'm happy with it. I was still hesitant spending $500 for this thing. I wouldn't spend anymore for a tablet.
Great video. Could you do a comparison between the base s9 and s8 . Maybe the base s9 and m1 ipad air or pro. Cheers from India.
Yes, all of those are coming!
What is that green sheet you are sliding over the back of the tablet?
Where is the best place to get an open box tab s8+?
Just got the s8+. It’s a beast. And it has 5g… not like the s9 line up 😬. Too hard to find any 5g version 😢 and too expensive. WiFi only doesn’t work for me.
I wish to see both of them together and the difference amoled 2x
As long as you don’t want to do anything demanding on your device like gaming or production, it doesn’t really matter which one you get. However, the differences between the regular 8 Gen 1 and the 8 Gen 2 with the heavily improved cooling system are huge. I skipped the Tab 8 series because of the CPU but this year we finally got a really good processor, for the first time since the snapdragon 865, so it’s really worth to go with the new one for me.
So should I go with iPad pro m2 / air or tab s8 , I'm confused , since I don't want amoled , but apple is very restricted , don't know which tablet to get , main priority is note taking and pdf reading
Thank you for contributing to the community!
Very important Commentry, must pin it
@@PranjalJain123 I would say go with the best value Galaxy Tab from the 8 series if note taking and reading are really your only priority tasks on the device. None of these things take any CPU power. I recommend Samsung because with the Tab S8 and S9 series you get the S Pen for free included in the box which comes handy for note taking.
You should decide which size suits your needs properly for these tasks.
@@fallengarden but I heard samsung tablets slow down a lot , I mean a lot !!! After 1 -2 years , that's what keep me from deciding between the two , as I would like to use it for 5-6 years
One warning on buying a one-version-back Samsung tablet. I bought a S7+ about a year ago. Now It's on the long list of Samsung devices they have stopped providing updates for! I'm hoping for years of security updates but even that is unclear.
just got my Gs8+ and wow it amazing so sharp and bright..
CONGRATS!!!!
The Samsung galaxy tab s8+ has adaptive refresh rate?
I got the tab s9 ultra and it's really big performance is incredible battery is also incredible just like with my s23 ultra
CONGRATS!!!
I am thankful to you for making this comparison. Now, I will be able to decide whether I need to buy tablet s8 or s9.
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you so much buddy appreciate it This was helpful
Thank YOU for watching and for being part of the channel!
@@TechGearTalk no problem Just found it because I was trying to do a little research on the S8 Plus are you aware if it has Smart view to share the screen to TV? If that feature is available on it, as well as Samsung Smart switch?
I bought the Tab S8 Plus the other day because that processor 1 year later is still beastly. I don't need the latest model and it's on sale right now.
Smart move!!! Thanks for being part of the channel 🙏🏻
I'm so glad for this video, it made my day well basically night in india.
I've bought the s8+ all new for $681/INR 57k, might not be the best deal but still a good deal, I've saved $173/INR 14khich was really quite a lot of my budget but i was going to buy s9+, suprising just saw s8+ back in stock and grabbed it.
For notetaking, amoled experience, classes and office productivity, s8+ will do just fine.
I knew I'm missing rare feature of Ip68 which i wanted
Better battery due to optimized software ( 1-3 hrs extra ) but not deal changer
Gen 2 might be the best ever, but for my usage I'll probably never notice it. I'm happy about it. Thankyou!!!
Also, all the accessories are readily available in india, I wanted spigen tough armour pro cover, which I've got it now.
14k extra for s9+ wasn't worth for me, I'm happy i saved a good amount of money and didn't compromise on any major changes which is going to spoil my experience.
@@Fragmented_2023 Even I'm in dilemma between s8(480usd/40k inr) and s8+(681usd/57k inr), mostly i would use for note taking and multitasking stuff, I'm really confused whether is it worth spending an extra 180usd/15k for amoled and 1.5 inch extra screen. What would u recommend?
Bhai Amazon se liya ya Flipkart se
I'm also interested in buying s8 plus
@@ashishjaybhaye4666 bhai amazon pein mehenga h but mil jayega, agr abhi shi deal na mile, toh rukk jao 20 sep k pass BBD h, tb achaa disc mil skta h, mere sein bhi kaafi shi mil jayega, mene dekha h minimum 53k approx gya h s8+.
Sadly abhi Samsung website mein bs 24 hrs k liye aya tha aur phir out of stock ho gya. Amazon pein bhaut mehnga h bhi aur Flipkart walein deliver nhi kr rhe h, hope this helps
Is the S8+ even comparable to the Lenevo P12?..which is much cheaper and a 12.7 screen
So... I'm buying my FIRST tablet and I was looking at the Galaxy Tab S9+ for around $1186.49 (after tax) CAD. However, the cheapest I can find a Galaxy Tab S8+ is an open box on Best Buy Marketplace for $909.62 (after tax) CAD. That's a $276.87 difference. Is it worth it to go with the S8+ over the S9+?
I want to buy a tablet. I am completely sure i'd like to go for galaxy s9+ but somewhere i am confused whether i should buy samsung or ipad air 5. Which one would be better!?
Though i am in love with dex mode and all but i am still confused.
Comparison coming soon!
Just got an 8+ 5g for $550 with a new line at Tmobile 😃 What a deal!
That's what I'm deciding now against with the IPad 10th generation they offering . Not sure what to choose.
@@antoniocruz6553 tbh they are both really good options. My girl has an iPad 10th gen and it's super nice. I think it's a little stronger but the Samsung has a nicer screen. I could be wrong though
I'm looking at this exact same deal from T-Mobile too! How much is the new line adding to your bill? If you don't mind me asking?
Tell us about the new vision booster in tab s9 series. Is it worthy?
Can you see the difference in tne brightness?
Will do
I got the Tab S8+ for 599$ on Amazon's prime day.
Great Video as always!
Glad you enjoyed! Thank you for being part of the channel!
Just ordered S9+ with free upgrade to 512gb. I suspect S8+ could be too slow for me as I plan to game a lot.
Congrats!
How can I find the wallpaper? ❤🙏
im still using my s7+
Just got an open box tab s8+ for under 400 im happy
Where did you get it please?
Which tablet is best s8 plus or s9
Now in December s8 and s8+ prices are even lower... Tab S8 $500 or S8+ $600 as an upgrade for an artistic teen that's been using her fingers to draw on a Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.1 Inch 2019?
Excellent review
I appreciate the kind words. Thank you for being part of the channel!
8gen1 still has enough power for 2 years atleast so s11 is true upgrade
In india
S8+ = $722 128gb
S9+ = $844 256 gb, we have independence day coming on 15th aug, hoping by then i get some more discounts, pre order is live till 17 aug.
I'm going to buy when i get a good deal, if not then on 17th.
I'm price concious, extra money saved will go into accessories.
I hope you get some great discounts!!!
let me know what you get bro, in same situation
@@RobonautX Bro Samsung india had gimmick and their app is showing freedom sale, which is just a banner and no actual discounts or savings, although these tabs are in high demand and can get out of stock anytime, but being price concious I'll just wait till 15-16 aug and if the prices are going to be same then I'll buy s9+ for 71k.
What's your Thoughts?
@@Fragmented_2023Getting s7+ and s8 (base model) at approx 43k & s8+ at 55k. Purpose - Note Taking. Which one should I go for ?
@@VishalSingh-cb4hu bro get s8+, not sure if you mean s8 or s8+ .
But in either of the cases s8 in the way to go, if u can save a little more and wait for bbd around 29 sep, u can get s8 plus for around 55-60k, that's an amazing deal.
You should make a video about s9 vs s8+.....they are in same budget
Added to the list!
Your best bet is to take advantage of the Trade-in offers from Samsung. I am trading in my S8 for the S9+ and my cost is less than $500
Nice!
i would never give my brand new s8+ for the 300 euro samsung gives me for trade in.....same happened with my brand new s22 ultra 512....better just sell it myself
@@overoula Can't disagree with that strategy
Make a compare video on Galaxy Tab s9 plus VS Ipad Pro M2 11inch
Will do
I'm choosing between base s9 vs S8+. Can you make a video on that. Since I don't really need the bigger size of S9+, but I want the amoled display so I don't want base S8.
Get the s8 plus. Better display and speakers than the base S9
@@MostDopeVisuals but sameone say it getting hot while using it ?
It's amazing for artists.. With wacom one pen
Thanks so much for sharing!
Wallpaper?
Let's talk about something actually important like having them put actual themes and more customization in the store in the Galaxy store on the tablets like they have on the phones
I love my tab S8+.
So glad to hear it!
We are still really happy with our S7. Any reason to jump to the S8 or S9?
If you’re happy with your device - I’d wait as long as possible. Save that money!
Your S7 like my S7+ won't be getting any updates (security updates only presumably but I've seen nothing to confirm that). Like you I'm very happy with it, but if they stop providing security updates ...
@@MikeWal2 You know it's time to upgrade when security updates stop!
@fattony9227 Indeed. My mistake when buying my S7+ just after the 8+ was out was to think the 7 series was only a year older than the 8 series. So there would be no update problems until I wanted to replace it. Too many iPads in my past ...
I bought the S9+ since it was cheaper than the S8+ because of the pre-sale, so I had no choice 🤣
I want this display in my iPad Pro 11 inch, when all of your devices are OLED, you really hate the LCD in iPad and Apple is charging a lot for this!
What's stopping you from getting an android?
@@fattony9227 the apple ecosystem
Guys I have the tab S8 plus and whatever reason just get the tab s9 series
Cus the former chip is 8 gen 1 which is known for overheating and poor battery unlike the 8 gen 2 of tab s9
My tablet now has poor battery life and S9 is smaller with no compromise unlike S8
So just get the S9 despite the extra cost
Today I bought the Galaxy Book 3 360 and got the Tab S8+ for free whit it
Nice!!! CONGRATS 👏🏻
Please bring comparison with mi pad 6 please please 🥺🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
Working on it!
Nice video, but I'm really loving my Tab s9 ultra. The Tab s9 ultra is a beast.
Does the galaxy tab s8+ have a sim card slot 🤔
Yes
I can't decide whether to go for Tablet or Laptop.
What will you use it for?
@@TechGearTalk mostly for movies, monitor for steam deck, emulation and a little paper works like Excel.
please battery test tab s9, s9+, and s9 ultra
Working on it
still using S7+ 💪 hasn’t aged yet
Excellent! Save your money for as long as possible.
I have a tab s8+ since it's out and I love it, it's still very great in every way, hope to have it for the next 4 or 5 years.
Such a good tablet. Congrats!!!
Nah! Dell G15 would have plenty of battery to go mobile! About approximately 24k mah!
Carry that mobile laptop within a case!
Dell has a good deal on their site under $900.
Better lifespan than SG 8+ Tablet for your bucks.
Below $100 would last only 2-3 Years.
I just brought the s8 ultra on sale from best buy. I am pleased with my purchase
CONGRATS!!!!
I wanted to buy the tab s8 last week, as it dropped to 599 instead of 899 euro. but the amoled upgrade from last year made me buy the new tab9
these samsung tablet are overpriced imo, wish they improved a bit the Dex experience....
I would daily drive this permanently if I didn't work for apple lol but not sure if I like the landscape screen camera what if it was portrait.
I mean most of the video calls on any tab are done in landscape mode anyways so it makes sense the position of cameras.
If anything it helps coz it makes call look natural since im not looking wierd space on left or right instead more towards the screen in landscape.
@@tatoom40 yeah true thanks for sharin.
Most of the time, for me at least, the video calls are won’t be tablet on a keyboard case or a stand, in landscape mode. Not sure if it’s the same for everyone.
S9 is IP68 dust/water resistant, upgraded CPU more efficient with battery, UFS 4.0. S9 series are much better than S8
There’s no question about which is better. The question is which is the better value for each user.
Can’t, rocking my iPad Air 5 and I love it ❤
Keep crushing it!
is the s8+ better than the s9 fe+ cause i want one for studying and i get lost and I don't want to buy something to expensive at the same time
Pick s8+ mate. Better screen and resolution. Also use better chipset
thanks, i guess its decided then.@@aurorarv2731
Has there been any improvement in the keyboard case? Do third party apps like Facebook or Instagram look any better than they did a year ago? Otherwise no, iPad still wins.
In my country Tab S8+ and Tab S9 are the same price.
In 2024 and for future proofing which one should i get?
The tab s9 is technically more figure proofed with an additional year of support, an upgraded chip and IP68 protection. Hope that helps.
hey can you help me with tab s8+ i neeed it for my studies and i dont have money
Get a job!
Should i buy s7 plus now in 2023?
If you get a great deal on it - it’s still a good option.
No thanx. I Just bought S9. Is smallest, much faster and finally have Amoled display😊
Great tablet, but the battery life is pretty awful, it’s my one gripe with it. Only worth it because I had gotten cheaper by trading in the Tab S7. Just traded it for the S9 Ultra
Super interesting to see how the SD8Gen2 impacts battery life.
I had same tablet my battery lasted me days
this or s9 fe or s9 fe plus?
If get this unless you really needed ip68. Hope that helps.
@@TechGearTalk Is s7 still good for 2024? or should I choose the s8? (I think the specs in the s8 are much better than the fe's but still hesitant because of the updates)
i got it :)
CONGRATS!!! Thank you for being part of the channel!
799 is nothing less then a thousand dollar why are you making it seem like it's 400 dollar. 😂😂😂
S8 has better specs anyways 🔥
dude tab s9 series is out
Yup - working on it!
Alteady did! Because my A8 was a slow piece of shit!!
Well i bought mine in 2024...
Good work!
@TechGearTalk actually yesterday. A refurbished model...hope it's not a piece of junk
You should not buy android tablets for a reason that there is not much of productivity apps as in apple ecosystem. Tablet will end up being used only for media consumption which can be done even on cheaper tablets
You are SO WRONG. Tab S9-series is just WAY better, faster, not much more expensive, WAY BRIGHTER, with better battery, processing power, bigger and faster memory, way faster and battery efficient disc. There's literally nothing better or at least comparable in S8-series.
Thanks for watching! The question isn’t which one is better - that’s certainly the S9 series. The question is which one is a better value - and for that - price is always a critical factor (as are specific user requirements). Hope that clears it up for you.
@@TechGearTalk The problem is that Samsung makes huge discounts right now on S9. Maybe in used marked that would make sense.
@@husarzi doubt it lol
I would prefer the tab S9
It's a nice option.
So would you choose the
S8 128 gb for $400.
S8+ 128 gb for $550.
S8 FE 128 gb for $350
S8 FE 256 gb w/8 gb ram for $400
S8 + FE 128 gb for for $500
wortless.200 euro