The Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 Plus is an ambitious offering from Samsung, with a premium build and a fantastic screen that's unlike any tablet display we've seen before. However, the lack of developer support for apps on Android tablets takes a toll on what is othewise a top iPad competitor.

Gorgeous OLED screen; Premium design; Fast performance

Just one port; Android lacks quality tablet apps; High price

Android tablets don't get better than this. But do you really need all this power in such a form factor? And why isn't the screen Ultra-HD 4K for the best possible media experience?

Luscious OLED screen; S Pen stylus included - which works a treat; 10 hour battery life for streaming; Top tier power; A potentially savvy laptop alternative

Rather pricey; Android OS doesn't always feel right on such a large screen; Screen reflections; Not a UHD/4K panel; Just the one port

Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 Plus: The Galaxy Tab S7 Plus is gunning for the iPad Pro and it mostly succeeds

Cheaper than iPad Pro (2020); Bundled stylus; Laptop-like performance

Keyboard cover costs extra (if you don’t preorder); Shorter battery life than Tab S6

But then we get to the price: $849 for the base model. This puts Samsung's flagship Android tablet in iPad Pro territory. Is the Galaxy Tab S7 Plus worth the upgrade? Can it compete with Apple's flagship tablet? So far, my impressions of the tablet are mostly positive.

Magnificent 12.4-inch OLED display; 5G support; Enhanced S Pen (included); Improved Type Cover keyboard; Great speakers

No headphone jack; Some apps aren't optimized for tablets; Expensive

A true iPad Pro alternative that brilliantly balances productivity and entertainment. It'll be overkill for some, and pricey once you factor in the optional keyboard, but the Galaxy Tab S7+ is comfortably the best Android tablet around.

Stunning; ultra-smooth screen; Unrivalled performance; S Pen well integrated - and included in the box

iOS still beats Android on big screens; Costs more than many laptops; No headphone jack

: A premium Samsung Galaxy Tab tablet or laptop replacement unit perfect for the artist with deep pockets.

: One of the most beautiful 12.4-inch 2K displays we’ve seen yet on a tablet with an S Pen stylus that has almost no lag; Plays and runs anything.

: Wifi only but very pricey; Dual rear cameras prevent it from being the best.

For all the features that come with the Samsung Galaxy Tab S7+, it is an easy pick for anyone who is looking to do productive tasks without having to bring bulky gadgets like laptops. It’s portable, well-equipped, and has the current best features that an Android tablet can offer.

For Android devices, we rely on PCMark Work 2.0's built-in battery test. We calibrate the screens of the various devices based on UL's specifications, charge the battery to full, and then turn it loose.

Lightweight; premium construction; Excellent OLED display panel; Optional keyboard and track pad make it a productivity machine; DeX mode offers side-by-side multitasking and a nice desktop; S-Pen is responsive and useful; Great battery life

The Tab S7+ is one of the most accomplished tablets on the market , but Android ‘s lack of optimisation for this form factor still holds it back slightly.

Stunning display; Stellar performance; Great speakers; Excellent S-Pen

Average software optimisation; Awkward S-Pen charging

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S7+ wows with strong performance and a gorgeous 12.4-inch Super AMOLED display, and its S Pen and optional 5G make it the best Android productivity tablet you can get.

Solid build quality; Beautiful Super AMOLED display; Textured S Pen tip makes writing on screen feel natural; 5G connectivity option

S Pen can easily become dislodged; Android app integration still falls behind iPadOS; Optional Book Cover Keyboard Case feels flimsy