![]() However, some older models, especially budget notebooks like the Samsung Chromebook 3, have been selling as new for years. Lenovo's bundled accessories and charger are also an added bonus. Finally, it is significantly cheaper, starting at $500 (currently available for $390), almost a third of the price of Samsung's tablet.That wouldn't be a problem if Chromebooks were frequently refreshed. Its main selling point is the Chrome operating system which is miles ahead of Android in terms of productivity. Its cameras are also reportedly good for a tablet. While Android can't replace a desktop operating system, Samsung tries to improve the experience with its software tricks. The Lenovo Chromebook Duet 5 doesn't have a high refresh rate but its OLED display has received much praise. With a starting price of $1099, the Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra packs high-end specs worthy of a flagship Android tablet, including an impressive display, a powerful chipset, fantastic cameras, and a versatile stylus. The Duet 5 also features two USB-C ports. It also supports 45W fast charging but comes with a 30W charger in the box. The Chromebook Duet 5 has a 42Wh battery that can last up to 15 hours on a single charge. The Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra has an 11,200mAh battery that supports 45W fast charging but it doesn't come with a charger in the box. Buyers can choose to purchase either Lenovo's $35 stylus or any third-party USI stylus. In contrast, Lenovo ships the Duet 5 with a spill-resistant keyboard and a kickstand cover, but does not include a stylus. However, while Samsung ships its tablet with a stylus, buyers will have to shell out a whopping $350 if they want the backlit book cover keyboard. The Duet 5 has neither LTE nor 5G.īoth the Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra and the Chromebook Duet 5 have stylus support and a detachable keyboard (with trackpad) accessory. Samsung has added an in-display fingerprint scanner and an optional SIM card slot for those picking up the 5G version (available in select regions). Both tablets have quad speakers, however, neither features an audio jack. The Duet 5 features a 5MP front camera and an 8MP rear camera. There are also dual 12MP cameras on the back, one of which has an ultra-wide lens. The dual front cameras consist of a 13MP sensor with autofocus and a 6MP ultra-wide sensor. The Chromebook Duet 5 will receive updates until at least 2029.Ĭoming back to hardware, the Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra boasts better cameras. Samsung promises four years of OS upgrades and five years of security updates for the Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra. It is also more versatile as the UI can adapt to tablet mode. Furthermore, it has support for Android apps, though the experience can be hit or miss. The good news is that all Android app improvements for large screen devices will be coming to Chromebooks too. Chrome OS, on the other hand, is tailored for productivity thanks to its desktop interface. Currently, Android isn't a great experience on large screen devices in comparison to Chrome OS, but Google is working on improving this with Android 12L. The Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra runs Android 12 with Samsung's One UI skin on top while the Chromebook Duet runs Chrome OS. The biggest difference between the two tablets is their operating systems. While the Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra has a microSD card slot, Duet 5 users don't get to enjoy this benefit. The Chromebook Duet 5 has the Snapdragon 7c Gen 2 compute platform, paired with up to 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. A Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor is inside Samsung's tablet, paired with up to 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage. On the other hand, the Chromebook Duet 5 has a 13.3-inch 60Hz OLED display. ![]() The Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra packs a massive 14.6-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and Gorilla Glass 5 protection. The Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra is available in a single Graphite color option, while the Chromebook Duet 5 can be purchased in Abyss Blue or Storm Gray depending on the market. Neither tablet has a water resistance rating. The Lenovo tablet has a metal frame and back with a dual-tone finish. The display of the Samsung tablet has a notch for dual front cameras and an aluminum casing on the back. The Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra and Chromebook Duet 5 are easily distinguishable given that the former is larger, but their differences extend beyond size. RELATED: Is The Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra The Best Android Tablet Of 2022?
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