The Alexa Tablet 12 Pro changes the shape of the workspace as much as the size. Its 3:2 screen has more vertical room in landscape than the Tablet 11. A document and a toolbar can share that space without the document turning into a particularly narrow strip.
In depth
Amazon Alexa Tablet 12 Pro review
Published
Best forpeople who want a large Amazon tablet for reading documents, drawing, and entertainment.
At a glance
- Screen size
- 12 inches
- Panel technology
- Nanomatte · 8 GB / 128 GB / Nanomatte · 16 GB / 256 GBNanomatte IPS LCDStandard · 8 GB / 128 GBStandard IPS LCD
- Processor
- MediaTek Dimensity 8400 (MT8793N)
- Storage
- 128GB256GB
- Operating system
- Android 16 with Google Play
Pros
- 120 Hz display in a document-friendly shape
- Optional Nanomatte finish and four speakers
Cons
- A large screen to hold for an entire book
- Matte glass and accessories are configuration choices
Display
- 12 inches
- 2800 × 1840
- Up to 120 Hz
The 12-inch panel combines a 2.8K resolution with a maximum 120 Hz refresh rate. Amazon offers Nanomatte glass to reduce reflections. The finish makes particular sense for someone who works under overhead lights and cannot reposition the desk. At home in controlled light, the standard finish is worth considering before paying for the alternative.
Performance & Storage
- MediaTek Dimensity 8400 (MT8793N)
Amazon pairs 128 GB of storage with 8 GB of RAM and offers a 256 GB configuration with 16 GB of RAM. Extra storage is useful for an offline video library. More memory is useful when the job involves moving between several large apps. Decide which constraint you have actually encountered before buying both upgrades together.
Software & Controls
The Pro runs Android apps from Google Play and integrates Alexa+. Its screen-aware assistance is opt-in. For a person who wants help with what's on screen, that provides an alternative to describing it aloud. Someone buying the tablet for drawing should put pen compatibility and the feel of the glass first.
Battery life
- Up to 16 hours of video (Amazon rating)
Tom’s Guide got 13 hours 17 minutes of continuous Wi-Fi browsing at 150 nits on the 16 GB/256 GB Nanomatte model. Its reviewer also found the finish helpful against reflections. The measured runtime belongs to that configuration. 1
Alternatives
The Alexa Tablet 11 gives up some vertical workspace but remains a good fit for video. Apple's iPad Air is the more relevant comparison if a particular iPad drawing or music app is central to the purchase.
Verdict
The Pro earns its place when the taller screen or anti-glare option solves a specific daily problem. For an evening of streaming, the 11 already does the more important work.
About this review
This is a research-based review. The Fasit has not physically tested this product.
Sources & Research
1 reference
Independent sources cited in this article.
- Tom’s GuideAmazon Alexa Tablet 12 Pro review (opens in a new tab)https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/android-tablets/amazon-alexa-tablet-12-pro-review
Continuous Wi-Fi browsing at 150 nits on the 16 GB/256 GB Nanomatte model.