The Best Samsung Galaxy S12 Ultra Cases

Good news if you’re upgrading from the Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra. Your old case probably still fits. Samsung kept the Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra at 326.3 x 208.5 x 5.1 millimeters, and most case makers now list both tablets on the same product page.

However, the shared size means the shortcomings carry over too. A 14.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED panel covers most of a 692-gram slab that’s only 5.1 millimeters thick, which is thinner than the smaller S12+. The aluminum body and IP68 rating protect it from water and dust. Corners and screen edges are also exposed, and a tablet this size is awkward to hold up without a stand.

If you’re buying new, Spigen, JETech, and a handful of rugged-case brands already have it covered. Yet, I picked seven, from feather-light folios to full-body armor with shoulder straps, for variety's sake.

Best overall

Spigen dual-layer hard shell with S Pen holder

$39.99

Spigen pads all four corners with air cushions, and that's where a 14.6-inch tablet lands when it slips. The kickstand and S Pen slot mean you won't need a separate stand or a pen pouch.

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Best premium

Gerutek full-body case with shoulder strap

$37.99

Get this if your Ultra leaves the house a lot. The stand pops out with one button and doubles as a hand grip, and the shoulder strap takes the 692 grams off your arms. A screen protector comes built in, so you can skip buying one.

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Best budget

JETech slim translucent folio

$16.99

This unit keeps your Ultra's thin profile, and the cover wakes the screen when you open it. The S Pen still snaps on through the side cutout, although it merely handles scratches and light knocks.

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Spigen clear back tri-fold with dual S Pen holders

$38.97

If you keep losing your S Pen, this case gives you two slots. You'll like the clear back because your tablet's aluminum design shows, and the cover folds into a comfortable typing angle. Corner air cushions are available to tackle everyday bumps.

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Spigen Liquid Air slim folio

$29.99

Pick this case if you bought the Ultra for its thinness. The leather-textured shell feels good in the hand, as well as the suede lining keeps the screen clean. The tablet also wakes and sleeps when you close or open it.

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JETech 360 rotating case

$22.99

You can switch from landscape movies to portrait reading without taking your tablet out out of this case. You still get a TPU frame for bumps and an S Pen slot for $22.99.

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SEYMAC heavy duty case with handle

$39.99

Buy this for a kid, a classroom, or a job site. It's thick, it has a built-in screen protector, and the rotating handle and shoulder strap make the Ultra easy to carry around.

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Make a bold statement on your tablet

Remember that a case adds weight to an already large tablet, so choose your new case based on your use patterns and daily behaviours. If the Ultra mostly stays on a desk, a rugged shell like the Gerutek or SEYMAC is worth the bulk, and the shoulder strap helps when you move rooms.

Next, look for a built-in screen protector. The Gerutek and SEYMAC include one, so you can skip buying glass separately. If you’re reusing an S11 Ultra case, compare the model numbers on the listing with the ones in your tablet’s settings before you assume it fits.