Leaked 360-degree video renders published on social media on Sept. 28 reveal the complete exterior designs of Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy Tab S12+ and Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra tablets ahead of their expected launch next month.
Key points
- Leaked 360-degree video clips show the exterior design of both the Galaxy Tab S12+ and S12 Ultra.
- The Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra retains a display notch and dual rear cameras.
- The Galaxy Tab S12+ features a single rear camera and an unnotched screen with wider bezels.
- A leaked regulatory label points to a six-hour reduction in rated battery runtime for the Ultra model.
Shared by tipster Evan Blass via X, the short video clips show both flagship tablets from every angle. The leaks confirm distinct hardware choices separating the two high-end devices, including differences in camera hardware, display borders and front camera housing.
Design Differences Between the Plus and Ultra
The shared material highlights three prominent physical variations across the Galaxy Tab S12 lineup. On the back, the Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra features a dual-camera setup, while the smaller Galaxy Tab S12+ carries a single camera sensor.
The front panels also differ substantially in screen framing. The Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra adopts slimmer display bezels alongside a display notch housing the front-facing sensors. In contrast, the Galaxy Tab S12+ avoids a screen notch entirely, using slightly thicker surrounding bezels to accommodate the selfie camera within the border.
Due to its larger display footprint, the Ultra model remains both wider and heavier than the standard Plus version. Both chassis designs maintain slim profiles across their metal frames, keeping in line with the brand’s premium form factors.
Flagship Tablet Comparison
The leaked specifications reveal how Samsung plans to tier its high-end portfolio for late 2026.
| Feature | Galaxy Tab S12+ | Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Rear Camera Setup | Single camera | Dual camera |
| Display Cutout | No notch | Display notch |
| Bezel Size | Standard | Slim |
| Chassis Profile | Slim | Slim |
Leaked Regulatory Filing Signals Runtime Shift
Beyond external aesthetics, technical data has begun emerging through regulatory bodies. An EPREL (European Product Registry for Energy Labelling) entry associated with the flagship series suggests a potential drop in actual battery endurance.
While the hardware cell capacity may remain identical or comparable to previous releases, the energy efficiency database records an estimated battery life decline of roughly six hours for the Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra when compared against the Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra.
Market Context and Release Schedule
The upcoming launch arrives as competitive pressure shifts the broader landscape for premium Android Tablets across retail channels.
Both the Galaxy Tab S12+ and Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra are slated to make their official public debuts at a launch event expected sometime in October 2026.
