- Renders circulating today appear to show Samsung’s next premium tablet (reportedly the Galaxy S12 Ultra) with a display notch intact.
- If true, the design choice prioritizes front-camera placement for video calls over bezel symmetry and may upset buyers who expected a notch-free display.
- Industry insiders include an unverified claim that Samsung could drop a lower-priced base model in 2026, potentially raising average tablet prices.
Samsung’s upcoming premium Android tablet appears to be claiming its old-fashionedness, as seen in the previous iterations. As newly surfaced Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra renders obtained by reputable leaker OnLeaks in collaboration with Smartphone Checker reveal everything ahead of the Galaxy Unpacked event, and it’s somewhat disappointing fans who were hoping for a change.
The CAD-based renders showcase the forthcoming Galaxy Tab S12+, which suggests the company is sticking yet again with a waterdrop display notch for the front-facing camera instead of equipping a punch-hole or under-display camera.
Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra renders reveal familiar front design
The biggest takeaway from the leaked renders is the front design. If you closely look at the surfaced images, the front design will probably catch your attention, as it shows a water-drop front design.
Previously, rumors surrounding the device suggested Samsung may replace the Ultra model’s notch with a punch-hole camera, aligned to the center, after an animation discovered in the One UI 9 beta made the rumor false.
Now, the recently leaked renders tell us a different story. According to the CAD-based images, the Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra retains the same shallow-centered notch seen in the Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra. Obviously, the notch houses a single front-facing camera, which contradicts earlier rumors of Samsung moving to a punch-hole camera.
Familiar design carries over
Apart from the front design, the leaked renders have revealed further details that seem changed externally.
For instance, the renders showcase two rear camera lenses positioned in the upper corner, an LED flash, a magnetic S Pen charging strip, and a three-pin pogo connector for a keyboard.
Galaxy Tab S12+ may use a different camera design
On the other hand, certification images (obtained via SammyGuru) for the “Plus” model, the Galaxy Tab S12+, suggest that it will integrate its front camera into the bezel rather than using a waterdrop notch or a punch-hole design. With the information we have till now, it is clear that Samsung is maintaining two different design approaches across the Galaxy Tab S12 series.
Comparing Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra with Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra
OnLeaks, in collaboration with the outlet, notes the Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra measures 326.34mm x 208.46mm x 5.12mm. While the Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra measures 326.3mm x 208.5mm x 5.1mm. If this turns out accurate, the newer model will be almost similar to its predecessor in terms of dimensions.
Rumored Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra specifications
Even though Samsung has not revealed the technical specifications yet, industry reports and our knowledge expect the following from the upcoming tablet.
- Display: 14.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display
- Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 9500 SoC
- RAM: 12GB
- Storage: 256GB (base)
- Rear camera: 12MP camera with 4K video recording
- Battery & charge: 11,600mAh battery with 45W fast charging
- Speaker: Quad speakers with Doly Atmos support
- Software: One UI 9.0 based on Android 17
- Accessories: S Pen included in the box
- Dimensions: 5.1mm (thickness)
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0
Expected Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra price
Although the official pricing is not known yet, the minimal upgrades over its predecessor indicate Samsung may keep pricing close to the Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra.
The Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra is expected to be priced at £1199 for the Wi-Fi (256GB) configuration. While the cellular (256GB) variant could cost you £1349.
To compare, the Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra launched at £1199 for the Wi-Fi (256GB) variant, with the upper storage model and 5G (cellular) version carrying a higher price point.
Anyway, noticing the recent memory supply challenges and constraints, reports indicate the final pricing could hit high if component costs continue to rise.
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