Google Pixel Tablet vs. Samsung Galaxy Tab S8: Product comparison breakdown

While Samsung and Apple have historically been the go-to tablet sellers, there might be a new rising star arriving in the market. With Google’s release of the new Pixel Tablet, we’re on the edge of our seats to see if it really lives up to the hype.

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Let’s take a look at how the Google Pixel Tablet compares to Samsung’s Galaxy Tab S8 to help you decide which one is the best option for you:

Google Pixel Tablet vs. Samsung Galaxy Tab S8: How do they compare?

The Google Pixel Tablet is Google’s first tablet release in several years, and it seems that Google has made massive improvements in its tablet design. The Google Pixel Tablet is designed to function not only as a tablet, but as a smart home hub, and it comes with a dock and speaker combo included in the box. Although t1he Google Pixel Tablet can function as a standard tablet on its own, it offers additional functionality when docked, such as voice assistant capabilities or acting as a digital photo frame.

Here’s a look at the Google Pixel Tablet specs compared to the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8:

Although at first glance the two tablets have similar specs in regards to display, resolution, dimensions, and colorways, what really sets these two devices apart is their functionality. While the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 was designed to be a quality tablet, the Google Pixel Tablet is uniquely designed to function as a smart home hub in addition to its standard tablet functionality.

While both the Google Pixel Tablet and Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 have high-performing processors (the Google Tensor G2 and the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, respectively), the Galaxy Tab’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chip is known to be a better performing chip than the Tensor G2.

In terms of productivity, the Google Pixel Tablet comes up short when compared to the Samsung Galaxy S8. The Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 supports a keyboard (although it’s sold separately), and while both tablets support styluses, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 comes with a stylus included. If you’re hoping to use your tablet for work, school, or on the go, the Google Pixel Tablet’s lack of keyboard compatibility could be a dealbreaker.

It’s also helpful to think about the brands themselves. While Samsung has had years to improve its tablet design, Google is just entering the scene after a lengthy hiatus, which means you’re taking more of a risk with the Google Pixel Tablet.

Final thoughts

Ultimately, whether the Google Pixel Tablet or Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 is best for you depends on what is most important. If you’re looking for a way to add smart home functionality, the Google Pixel Tablet will fit the bill, while the Samsung Galaxy probably performs best as a stand-alone tablet.

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