Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+ 256GB vs Xiaomi Pad 8 256GB: which one suits you?

The two differ in 8 of the specs we have recorded, and the Xiaomi Pad 8 256GB is cheaper by SAR 1,186 (prices checked 12 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

Choose the

Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+ 256GB if you care about:

Larger screen size: 12.4 in vs 11.2 in · slight difference
Bigger battery for longer sessions (10,000 mAh vs 9,200 mAh) · slight difference

Choose the

Xiaomi Pad 8 256GB if you care about:

Paying less: cheaper by SAR 1,186
Larger screen refresh rate: 144 Hz vs 60 Hz

The deciding difference here: screen refresh rate and price.

Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.

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Tablets · Samsung

Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+ 256GB

Screen size:: 12.4 in
Storage:: 256 GB
Reference price:: SAR 3,584

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Tablets · Xiaomi

Xiaomi Pad 8 256GB

Screen size:: 11.2 in
Storage:: 256 GB
Reference price:: SAR 2,397

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Key differences

Screen size
✓ 12.4 in11.2 in
Display type
Dynamic AMOLED 2XLCD
Resolution
2800 x 17523200 x 2136

Specifications side by side

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Spec	SamsungSAR 3,584 Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+ 256GB specs	XiaomiSAR 2,397 Xiaomi Pad 8 256GB specs
Reference price	SAR 3,584	SAR 2,397

Screen size	✓ 12.4 in	11.2 in
Processor	—	Snapdragon 8s Gen 4
Battery capacity	✓ 10,000 mAh	9,200 mAh
Stylus support	—	Yes
Storage	256 GB	256 GB
Memory (RAM)	12 GB	12 GB
Cellular (SIM)	Yes	Yes

Display type	Dynamic AMOLED 2X	LCD
Resolution	2800 x 1752	3200 x 2136
Screen refresh rate	60 Hz	✓ 144 Hz
Operating system	Android	Hyper OS

Connectivity	—	WIFI ONLY
Release year	2024	2026
Dimensions	30 × 30 × 6 cm	25.1 x 17.3 x 0.6 cm
Weight	—	485 g

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in screen size between the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+ 256GB and the Xiaomi Pad 8 256GB?

Screen size is higher on the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+ 256GB: 12.4 in vs 11.2 in on the Xiaomi Pad 8 256GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in storage between the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+ 256GB and the Xiaomi Pad 8 256GB?

No difference here: storage is 256 GB on both.

What is the difference in cellular (SIM) between the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+ 256GB and the Xiaomi Pad 8 256GB?

No difference here: cellular (SIM) is Yes on both.

What is the difference in memory (RAM) between the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+ 256GB and the Xiaomi Pad 8 256GB?

No difference here: memory (RAM) is 12 GB on both.