Galaxy Tab S12+ and Tab S12 Ultra Leaks: What to Expect

Samsung’s rumored Galaxy Tab S12 generation appears to be a conservative flagship-tablet refresh. Leaked renders and benchmark reporting consistently point to two models—the 12.4-inch Galaxy Tab S12+ and 14.6-inch Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra—with the newer MediaTek Dimensity 9500 processor as the headline change. Samsung has not formally revealed the devices, however, so the leaks should be treated as an early guide rather than a final spec sheet. 217

The short version: familiar hardware, new silicon

The Tab S12+ is expected to retain a 12.4-inch display and a design very close to the Galaxy Tab S11, including visibly thicker bezels than the Ultra and a single rear camera in leaked imagery. The Tab S12 Ultra is expected to keep the 14.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X screen, exceptionally slim bezels, a small U-shaped landscape notch for its front camera, and two rear cameras. The renders show an LED flash beside the Ultra’s rear-camera array, but they do not establish camera sensor specifications. 417

Both tablets have appeared in gray/black and silver finishes in the available renders. 817

Tab S12 Ultra dimensions look essentially unchanged

CAD-based reporting lists the Tab S12 Ultra at 326.34 × 208.46 × 5.12 mm. That is effectively the same footprint and thickness as the Tab S11 Ultra’s quoted 326.3 × 208.5 × 5.1 mm dimensions. In other words, buyers hoping for a substantially more portable Ultra are unlikely to get one if these measurements hold up. 319

A comparably reliable full set of Tab S12+ dimensions has not emerged in the supplied leak reporting.

Dimensity 9500 is the likely upgrade that matters

Several reports expect Samsung to use MediaTek’s Dimensity 9500 in both tablets. An alleged Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra benchmark listing, associated with model number SM-X940, reportedly shows the chip alongside 12GB of RAM and Android 17. The reported processor layout includes one 4.21GHz prime core, three 3.5GHz performance cores, and four 2.7GHz efficiency cores. 225

One later Geekbench 7 result is reported at 2,760 single-core and 9,291 multi-core. In a comparison using similarly configured Tab S11 Ultra results, that equates to roughly 20–21% higher single-core and 15–16% higher multi-core performance. These are pre-release benchmark results, not a review of retail hardware, so they cannot predict sustained performance, graphics behavior, battery life, or thermal throttling. 2734

What about the 2025 iPad Pro?

The leaks support a performance step forward from the Tab S11 Ultra, but they do not demonstrate that the Tab S12 Ultra will outperform a 2025 iPad Pro. The available reporting does not provide a controlled, like-for-like comparison using the same benchmark version and test conditions. Cross-platform benchmark claims should therefore be treated cautiously. 2538

Expected RAM and storage configurations

The most consistent rumor is a 12GB RAM / 256GB storage entry configuration for both tablets. Reports also point to 12GB/512GB versions, while the Ultra may add a 16GB/1TB option. The 1TB Ultra tier is plausible because multiple pricing reports list it, but it remains unconfirmed until Samsung publishes regional configurations. 1612

One report also expects a microSD card slot, though this too is not official. 4

Rumored U.S. prices

The most repeated U.S. leak lists the following Wi‑Fi starting points:

Model	Rumored configuration	Rumored U.S. price
Galaxy Tab S12+	12GB / 256GB	$1,199.99
Galaxy Tab S12+	12GB / 512GB	$1,399.99
Galaxy Tab S12+ 5G	12GB / 256GB	$1,349.99
Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra	12GB / 256GB	$1,399.99
Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra	12GB / 512GB	$1,599.99
Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra	16GB / 1TB	about $1,999.99

These figures are not fully settled: another report put the 256GB Tab S12+ at $1,119.99, while retaining the same prices for several other configurations. The sensible expectation is premium pricing, not any single leaked figure. 1612

Rumored European prices

European retail-source reporting has suggested Wi‑Fi prices of €1,299 and €1,499 for the Tab S12+ with 256GB and 512GB, respectively. For the Ultra, the same reporting suggests €1,539 for 256GB and €1,739 for 512GB; 5G versions were reported at €1,689 and €1,889. These regional prices may change with taxes, configurations, and launch promotions. 5

Is Samsung skipping the standard Tab S12?

Current leaks predominantly describe a two-device launch: the Tab S12+ and Tab S12 Ultra. That is evidence that a standard Tab S12 may not be part of this release, but it is not evidence of a formal cancellation. Samsung could reveal another model later, or the device may simply not have surfaced in credible leaks. 14

RAM-shortage claims are still speculation

There is no supplied evidence tying a global RAM shortage directly to the Tab S12 lineup’s specifications, storage options, supply, or rumored prices. Higher component costs could affect a future product’s price, but assigning the rumored price increase to memory constraints would be speculation without confirmation from Samsung or its supply chain.

Launch timing and software: likely, but not confirmed

Leak coverage has generally pointed to a September 2026 announcement. That timing remains a rumor, not a Samsung commitment. 17

The alleged benchmark device ran Android 17, and multiple reports expect One UI 9.0. Some reporting also predicts seven generations of Android OS upgrades and seven years of security updates, but Samsung has yet to announce a support policy for either tablet. Treat the software version and update promise as expectations rather than guarantees. 4825

Should you wait?

For prospective buyers, the leak picture is straightforward: wait if the Dimensity 9500 performance upgrade matters, or if you want Samsung’s largest Android tablet with the latest long-term software policy. Existing Tab S11 Ultra owners should expect a very familiar physical device rather than a new form factor.

The key unknowns are the final camera hardware, real-world battery and thermal performance, regional availability, update commitment, and retail pricing. Samsung’s official launch materials—not leaked renders or benchmark entries—will be the point at which those details become reliable.