Samsung announced the Galaxy Tab S8 series in February 2022. The tablet lineup consists of the regular Galaxy Tab S8, the higher-end Galaxy Tab S8 Plus, and the top-of-the-line Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra. All three tablets have gorgeous displays, Qualcomm's flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset, and a built-in S-Pen. While they're great on their own, the right accessories can add more versatility, style, and protection to these tablets. In this article, we're going to take a look at some of the best accessories for the Galaxy Tab S8 series.
Cases
A protective case is a must if you want to maintain the pristine look of your Galaxy Tab S8 and protect it from scratches and other damage. We have highlighted some of the best options in the list below.
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Fintie Folio Galaxy Tab S8 case
This folio case has a TPU back with a nice leather-like texture on the front. It looks quite premium and it's affordable.
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Book Cover Keyboard
The Book Cover Keyboard for the Galaxy Tab S8 offers all-around protection plus a keyboard and touchpad to use it like a laptop. It also includes a kickstand.
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Protective Standing Cover
This basic case protects your Galaxy Tab S8 from drops and bumps, but it leaves the screen visible at all times. It also has a kickstand.
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Spigen Tough Armor Pro Galaxy Tab S8 Plus case
Here's another solid case that offers a great level of protection. it has aggressive looks and also comes with a kickstand on the back.
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Plus Book Cover Keyboard Slim
- Color Options
- Black
- Keyboard Included?
- Yes
- Brand
- Samsung
The official keyboard cover for the Galaxy Tab S8 Plus has a sleek and lightweight design. The built-in magnets hold the keyboard securely in place while the in-built Bluetooth keyboard turns your tablet into a miniature laptop. The case also has a dedicated slot for securely storing S-Pen.
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OtterBox Defender Galaxy Tab S8 Plus case
Otterbox is known for making some of the best protective cases and this Defender case for the Galaxy Tab S8 Plus is no exception. It has thick bumpers on the edges for drop protection, port covers, and a cutout for S-Pen.
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Soke Premium Stand Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra Case
This full-body case provides comprehensive protection for your device, with precise cutouts for the camera, S-Pen, and charging port. The magnetic closure also acts as an auto wake/sleep feature, making it easy to use your device while keeping it protected.
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SUPCASE UB Pro Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra case
The rugged Supcase Unicorn Beetle Pro series case includes a built-in screen protector, an S Pen holder, and a kickstand. It's ideal for those who prefer safety and functionality over the form factor.
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra Book Cover
- Color Options
- Black
- Keyboard Included?
- No
- Brand
- Samsung
The official Book Cover case looks stylish and provides good protection to the display and back without adding extra bulk. It also has a cutout for the magnetic S-Pen stripe and a kickstand for hands-free viewing.
Looking for more recommendations? Check out our dedicated round-ups.
Screen protectors
All three Galaxy Tab S8 tablets are protected by Gorilla Glass 5. But even the best glass and material can get scratched and damaged. To protect your tablet's display, we recommend using a tempered glass screen protector from the list below."
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Spigen Tempered Glass Galaxy Tab S8 Screen Protector
- Brand
- Spigen
- Compatibility
- Galaxy Tab S8 / Galaxy Tab S7
- Material
- Tempered glass
Spigen's tempered glass screen protector is rated at 9H hardness and comes with an oleophobic coating for glare and fingerprint resistance. The auto alignment kit offers fail-proof installation.
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Ringke Invisible Defender Galaxy Tab S8 Plus Screen Protector
This affordable, tempered glass screen protector from Ringke is case-friendly, made from high quality materials, and scratch-resistant.
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Spigen Tempered Glass Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra screen protector
Spigen is known and trusted for its quality products. This tempered glass screen protector from the company is case-friendly and has an oleophobic coating, making it resistant to glare and fingerprints.
Check out our dedicated hubs for recommendations:
- Best Galaxy Tab S8 screen protectors
- Best Galaxy Tab S8 Plus screen protectors
- Best Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra screen protectors
Chargers, cables, and other accessories
The Galaxy Tab S8, S8 Plus, and S8 Ultra support 45W fast wired charging. However, Samsung doesn't bundle a charger inside the box — you only get a USB-C to USB-C cable. If you're looking to buy a fast charger, we have rounded up a few good options below.
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Belkin 65W GaN 2-port USB-Charger
This GaN-based charger from Belkin offers 65W power output and has two USB-C ports, allowing you to fast charge your Galaxy Tab S8 and laptop simultaneously.
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Anker 511 Nano 3
The Anker 511 Nano 3 is one of the smallest 30W chargers on the market with support for USB Power Delivery (PD) and Programmable Power Supply (PPS). This GaN charger is just 1.12 inches thick and up to 70 percent smaller than a lot of other 30W chargers on the market. T
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Samsung USB-C to HDMI cable for DeX
Samsung's official USB-C to HDMI cable lets you connect your Galaxy Tab S8 to an external display such as a TV or monitor.
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Anker Nylon USB-C to USB-C Braided Cable
This pack of USB-C to USB-C cables contains three 6-feet braided cables. They support up to 60W fast charging and are available to purchase in three color options.
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Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
- Brand
- Samsung
- Battery Life
- Up to 5 hours (earbuds only with ANC), Up to 23 hours (earbuds with case)
- Noise Cancellation
- Yes
- Connectivity
- Bluetooth 5.3
- IP rating
- IPX7 (earbuds)
- Charging
- USB-C, Qi wireless charging
The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are Samsung's premium earbuds offering the best noise-canceling, 3D audio support, and more. Thanks to IPX7 water resistance, these are great for workouts, and with transparency mode, you'll be able to hear what's going on around you — if you want to.
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Samsung Pro Plus microSD card
- Flash Memory Type
- microSD
- Speed (Read, Write)
- 180MB/s, 130MB/s
The Pro Plus is one of Samsung's top-performing microSD cards, offering read speeds of up to 160MB/s, along with U3, A2, and V30 certifications.
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S8, Galaxy S8 Plus, and Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra are fantastic Android tablets, and these accessories can help you make the most out of them. Whether you need a keyboard case for typing, a protective case for added protection, or a pair of wireless earbuds, our round-up has everything you need.
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S8
- Brand
- Samsung
- Storage
- 128GB, 256GB
- CPU
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
- Memory
- 8GB, 12GB
- Operating System
- One UI 5 based on Android 12
- Battery
- 8000mAh, 45W wired
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 is the entry-level device of the company's 2022 flagship tablet lineup, featuring an S Pen and an 11-inch display.
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Plus
- Brand
- Samsung
- Storage
- 128GB, 256GB
- CPU
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
- Memory
- 8GB, 12GB
- Operating System
- One UI 4.1 based on Android 12
- Battery
- 10,090mAh
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S8+ is very similar to its successor, the Galaxy Tab S9, and it remains a good option to consider in 2023. It's a 12.4-inch Android tablet that offers a reliable performance in this space, with Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC and S Pen support.
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- Brand
- Samsung
- Storage
- 128GB, 256GB, 512GB
- CPU
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
- Memory
- 8GB, 12GB
- Operating System
- Android 13
- Battery
- 11,200mAh
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra is the highest-end tablet of the company's latest flagship lineup, featuring a massive 14.6-inch screen, Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chip, and pretty much everything you could ask for.
