After months of speculation, the Tab S8 Series was finally revealed at Samsung’s February 2022 Galaxy Unpacked event.
The Tab S8 and S8+ represent minor upgrades over their predecessors from 2020, but the Tab S8 Ultra is a brand-new device. It increases the screen size to a huge 14.6in, introducing a notch for the very first time on a Samsung tablet.
All three are available to buy now in the UK and US. Here’s everything you need to know, whether you’re happy with the Wi-Fi model or would like 5G support too.
To learn more, we have a separate guide running through everything you need to know about the Tab S8 Series. You may also be interested in our regularly updated round-up of the best tablet deals.
How much does the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Series cost?
Predictably, the cheapest tablet in the range is the regular Tab S8 – it starts at £649/$699. It’s available in Graphite (Black) or Silver in the UK, but US customers can also buy it in pink.
It’s the same scenario for the Tab S8+, which will set you back at least £849/$899 at launch.
For the new Tab S8+ Ultra, you’ll need deep pockets. It starts at £990/$1,099, while you’re limited to just the Graphite finish.
Remember to check Samsung’s website for additional discounts, bundle offers and trade-in deals.
Here’s the full pricing (at launch):
Tab S8
- 8GB RAM + 128GB storage (Wi-Fi) – £649/$699
- 8GB RAM + 256GB storage (Wi-Fi) – £699/$779
- 8GB RAM + 128GB storage (5G) – £799/$899 (Verizon)
- 8GB RAM + 256GB storage (5G) – £849
Tab S8+
- 8GB RAM + 128GB storage (Wi-Fi) – £849/$899
- 8GB RAM + 256GB storage (Wi-Fi) – £899/$979
- 8GB RAM + 128GB storage (5G) – £999/$1099
- 8GB RAM + 128GB storage (5G) – £1,049
Tab S8 Ultra
- 8GB RAM + 128GB storage (Wi-Fi) – £999/$1,099
- 12GB RAM + 256GB storage (Wi-Fi) – £1,099/$1,199
- 16GB RAM + 512GB storage (Wi-Fi) – £1,249/$1,399
- 8GB RAM + 128GB storage (5G) – £1,149
- 12GB RAM + 256GB storage (5G) – £1,249
- 16GB RAM + 512GB storage (5G) – £1,399
The 5G models of the S8 Ultra still aren’t available in the US.
Best Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 deals
The Galaxy Tab S8, S8+ and S8 Ultra are all available to buy in the UK and US. Samsung usually has deals to go with the tablet as well, so be sure to check out its site first before going to other retailers.
In the UK (at time of writing) you can get a £150 reward when you recycle your old device. You can also get a free 6-month subscription to Disney+, whether you’re a new or existing customer.
In the US, you can get up to an extra $675 off when trading in an eligible device.
If you find these deals have ended, be sure to check out our price comparison tools below to see which retailer is offering the best discount.
Where to buy the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8
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Where to buy the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8+
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Where to buy the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra
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Can you buy the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Series on contract?
Yes, the 5G models are available to buy on contract in the UK. Here’s where to look:
In the US, the situation is more complicated. Only the 5G model of the Tab S8+ is available on contract. You can pick it up from:
You can also buy the S8+ on contract from the networks listed above directly via the Samsung website.
When did the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Series go on sale?
Samsung’s Galaxy Tab S8, S8+ and S8 Ultra were announced on 9 February 2022. All three tablets are available in the UK and US now, having been released on 25 February 2022.
Author: Anyron Copeman, Senior Staff Writer
As the resident expert on Windows, Senior Staff Writer Anyron’s main focus is PCs and laptops. Much of the rest of his time is split between smartphones, tablets and audio, with a particular focus on Android devices.