Apple iPad (A16) / Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 (11-inch, Wi-Fi)

Apple iPad (A16): Wi-Fi · 128 GB · 11-inch

Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 (11-inch, Wi-Fi): Galaxy Tab S8 11-inch; Wi-Fi and 5G versions, 8/12 GB RAM + 128/256 GB storage (options vary by market). The Galaxy Tab S8+ (12.4-inch) and Tab S8 Ultra (14.6-inch) are separate models with different display types and batteries.

SpecificationApple iPad (A16)Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 (11-inch, Wi-Fi)
Release year20252022
Display10.86-inch Liquid Retina IPS · 2360 × 1640, 264 ppi · 500 nits · True Tone

Apple does not list full lamination or an anti-reflective coating for this model; True Tone adapts white balance to ambient light.

Apple		11-inch 2560 × 1600 (WQXGA), 276 ppi LTPS TFT; up to 120Hz

LTPS TFT is an LCD panel type; unlike the AMOLED displays on the Tab S8+ and Ultra it uses a backlight. The adaptive refresh rate drops when content is still and can be locked to 60 Hz in settings. Rounded corners and the camera hole make the visible area slightly smaller than 11 inches.

Samsung
ChipA16 · 5-core CPU, 4-core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine

Apple does not list the memory size in the specs. Per the Newsroom footnote, this iPad does not support Apple Intelligence.

Apple		—
Storage128 GB (options: 128 / 256 / 512 GB) Apple—
Rear camera12 MP wide, ƒ/1.8 · 4K video at 60 fps Apple—
Front cameraLandscape 12 MP Center Stage, ƒ/2.4

Center Stage pans the frame to follow you on video calls.

Apple		—
AuthenticationTouch ID in the top button Apple—
PortUSB-C (USB 2, 480 Mb/s) · DisplayPort output · one external display up to 4K at 60 Hz

USB 2 speed is slow for large file transfers.

Apple		—
WirelessWi-Fi 6 · Bluetooth 5.3 Apple—
Battery28.93 Wh · up to 10 hours of web or video on Wi-Fi Apple—
Pencil and keyboardApple Pencil (USB-C) · Apple Pencil (1st generation, with adapter) · Magic Keyboard Folio Apple—
Size and weight248.6 × 179.5 × 7 mm · 477 g Apple165.3 × 253.8 × 6.3 mm; 503 g (Wi-Fi), 507 g (5G) Samsung
ColoursSilver, blue, pink, yellow AppleGraphite, Silver, Pink Gold

Colour availability varies by market and carrier.

Samsung
Processor—4 nm 64-bit octa-core processor

Samsung’s spec table does not name the chip; Tom’s Guide lists it as the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 in its test unit.

Samsung
Memory and storage—8/12 GB + 128/256 GB; microSD up to 1 TB

Memory and storage options vary by market, model and colour; the microSD card is sold separately.

Samsung
Battery and charging—8,000 mAh (typical); Super Fast Charging 2.0 (up to 45W)

Chargers are sold separately; the box includes the S Pen and a USB-C cable. 45W speed needs a compatible adapter.

Samsung
Operating system—Android 12.0 at launch Samsung
S Pen and accessories—S Pen (BLE, in box); compatible with Book Cover Keyboard and Keyboard Slim

The S Pen charges wirelessly when attached to the magnetic strip on the back. Keyboard covers attach to the contact pins on the edge and are sold separately.

Samsung
Cameras—Rear: 13MP AF + 6MP Ultra-Wide + Flash; front: 12MP (Ultra-Wide); 4K @ 30fps recording

The front camera sits on the long edge, suited to landscape video calls.

Samsung
Sound—Quad Stereo Speakers with Sound by AKG, Dolby Atmos; 3 microphones

There is no 3.5 mm headphone jack; wired headphones need USB-C or a USB-C to 3.5 mm adapter.

Samsung
Connectivity—Wi-Fi 6E (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax), Wi-Fi Direct, Bluetooth 5.2; USB Type-C (USB 3.2); 5G/LTE on cellular model only

Wi-Fi 6E’s 6 GHz band needs a compatible router and depends on regional availability. Tom’s Guide confirms DisplayPort video output over USB-C.

Samsung
Security—Fingerprint with Side Key; Samsung Knox including Knox Vault Samsung