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Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 4G (1GB + 16GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£410RAM capacity:1 GBInternal storage:16 GBScreen size:10.1 inchesChipset:Intel Atom Z2560

Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 4G (1GB + 16GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 37 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 4G (1GB + 16GB)
5.9/10

Overall score

Score
5.9/ 10
✕
What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
Score components

35%

5.0

Technical score

30%

?

List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

25%

5.0

Reviews score

10%

?

Sentiment scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 6.9, the mark of a weaker model in this category

â–¼Worse than 88% of tablets
6.7

Value for money

Value for money
6.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
Score components

70%

5.9

Overall score

30%

8.4

Price

â–¼Worse than 93%
5.0

Technical score

Technical score
5.0/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
Score components

22%

4.7

Performance

20%

4.7

Display

16%

6.0

Camera

14%

2.9

Battery

12%

6.4

Connectivity

8%

5.9

Software

5%

5.9

Design

3%

4.8

Audio

â–¼Worse than 87%
5.0

Reviews score

Reviews score
5.0/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 91% of models

5.0

Mark 7.1 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

6.7

Average grade

20%

9.0

Popularity

Grades by review (37)
22 reviews: 11 with a printed score, 11 estimated from the review. 15 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 91%
?

List score

List score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
Not in any best-of list yet
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £410
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.
Other versions:
1GB + 16GB1GB + 32GB

What reviewers say about the Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 4G (1GB + 16GB)

Based on 22 · 15

Reviewers praise the light size, screen colors and battery, but complain about low resolution, limited memory for multitasking and the camera.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
Pick a topic to see who said what

What owners say about the Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 4G (1GB + 16GB)

Based on 315 owners sharing their experience in online comments

40%positive13%mixed47%negative

Owners praise the large, clear screen and successful tablet revivals, but many report sluggish performance and troublesome updates.

What owners dislike

  • Owners' recovery steps often failed: TWRP stayed stock after Odin, the flash gave 'error executing updater', or the tablet froze in download mode.31
  • Google apps often failed with 'error executing updater'. Play Store or setup wizard kept stopping; some fixed it with the matching GApps version.25
  • Many tablets got stuck in a boot loop on the Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 logo; one owner fixed it by removing the SD card.21
  • Many apps hang, crash or fail to open, and some newer apps will not run on this old Android version.20
  • Wi-Fi often shows 'saved' but never connects, drops when the screen turns off, or works only near the router or on public networks.19
  • Odin did not show 'Added' when the tablet was in download mode; owners tried other cables and ports, and some found that installing the Samsung USB driver was needed.19
  • Owners could not see the zip files on the SD card; mounting it, going up a level to external_sd or copying to internal storage helped.17
  • Owners said the 1 GB of RAM still makes the tablet lag after the upgrade, with slow app response and poor 480p video.15
  • After installing, owners said the SIM card was not detected or had no signal, and one saw a blank IMEI.11
  • After the update, owners reported the microphone did not work or cut in and out in calls, and that audio was low or missing.6

Points mentioned by at least 3 owners, most mentioned first.

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Technical Specifications of tablet Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 4G (1GB + 16GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.0/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
Score components:

22%

4.7

Performance

20%

4.7

Display

16%

6.0

Camera

14%

2.9

Battery

12%

6.4

Connectivity

8%

5.9

Software

5%

5.9

Design

3%

4.8

Audio

5.0
Reviews score
5.0
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
6.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
Score components:

70%

5.9

Overall score

30%

8.4

Price

6.7
RAM capacity
1 GB
Market range: <1 GB – >8 GB
This tablet has 1 GB of RAM, which is less than 78% of tablets and equal to 19.1% of tablets.
Process node
32 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 32 nm process, which is larger than 82.7% of tablets and equal to 4.2% of tablets.
Internal storage
16 GB
Market range: <16 GB – >256 GB
This tablet has 16 GB of internal storage, which is less than 78.8% of tablets and equal to 14.8% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
?
Chipset
Intel Atom Z2560
This tablet runs on Intel Atom Z2560, which is less advanced than 83.2% of tablets and equal to 0.7% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Screen resolution
1280×800
This tablet has a 1280×800 screen, which is less sharp than 68.1% of tablets and equal to 21.7% of tablets.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >120 Hz
This tablet has a 60 Hz screen, which is smoother than 0.1% of tablets and equal to 73.4% of tablets.
Display type
LCD
This tablet uses a LCD display type. 83.1% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
149 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 149 ppi, which is lower than 86.8% of tablets and equal to 9.2% of tablets.
Display glass type
Corning Gorilla Glass
This tablet protects its screen with Corning Gorilla Glass, which is more durable than 45.4% of tablets and the same as 32.8% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical stabilisation. 0.4% of tablets offer this.
Main camera megapixels
?
Front camera megapixels
1.3 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 1.3 MP resolution, which is lower than 80.9% of tablets and equal to 5.4% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
?
Optical zoom
1xxx
This tablet has 1xx optical zoom, which is stronger than 18.2% of tablets and equal to 80.9% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Battery capacity
6,800 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 6,800 mAh battery capacity, which is larger than 52.1% of tablets and equal to 1% of tablets.
Charging speed
10 W
Market range: <10 W – >45 W
This tablet charges at 10 W, which is slower than 60.9% of tablets and equal to 33.3% of tablets.
Battery life
4.75 hours
Market range: <7 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 4.75 hours, which is shorter than that of 97.4% of tablets.
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets offer this.
Fast charging
no
This tablet does not support fast charging. 56.9% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
LTE support
yes
This tablet has built-in LTE. 57.1% of tablets offer this.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This tablet connects to Wi-Fi. 0.2% of tablets offer this.
GPS
yes
This tablet has built-in GPS. 17.1% of tablets offer this.
5G connectivity
no
This tablet does not support 5G. 8.1% of tablets offer this.
NFC
no
This tablet does not include NFC. 10.8% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
Android
This tablet uses the Android operating system, which is more advanced than the one used by 23.2%.
Update support duration
short
This tablet offers short update support, which is shorter than the support period of 52.4% of tablets and equal to that of 47.6% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
?
On-device AI
no
This tablet does not support on-device AI. 28.3% of tablets support this capability.
App tracking protection
no
This tablet does not support app tracking protection. 28.4% of tablets offer this.
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IP rating
not rated
This tablet's IP rating is not rated, which is less protected than 16.5% of tablets and the same as 83.6% of tablets.
Weight
510 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 510 g, which is heavier than 56% of tablets and equal to 0.9% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.7% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
yes
This tablet supports a keyboard accessory. 15.8% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
N/A
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What reviewers say
Number of microphones
1
Market range: <1 – >3
This tablet has a microphone array of 1, which is more than 0.2% of tablets and equal to 54.8% of tablets.
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this.
Dolby Atmos support
no
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.3% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
2
Market range: <2 – >4
This tablet includes 2 speakers, which is more than in 9.8% of tablets and equal to the number in 60.8% of tablets.
FM radio
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say

Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 4G (1GB + 16GB) vs the average tablet

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  • Supports LTE
    This tablet supports LTE, while the average tablet does not. 42.9% of tablets support LTE.
  • Supports multithreading
    This tablet supports multithreading, while the average tablet does not. 9.9% of tablets support multithreading.
  • Supports cellular data
    This tablet supports cellular data, while the average tablet does not. 47.4% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports HDMI output
    This tablet supports HDMI output, while the average tablet does not. 49.8% of tablets offer this.
    via MHL adapter
  • 43 nits brighter screen
    This tablet is brighter than the average tablet (444 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    444 nits vs 401 nits
  • Supports multithreading
    This tablet supports multithreading, while the average tablet does not. 9.9% of tablets support multithreading.
  • 43 nits brighter screen
    This tablet is brighter than the average tablet (444 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    444 nits vs 401 nits
  • Supports LTE
    This tablet supports LTE, while the average tablet does not. 42.9% of tablets support LTE.
  • Supports cellular data
    This tablet supports cellular data, while the average tablet does not. 47.4% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports HDMI output
    This tablet supports HDMI output, while the average tablet does not. 49.8% of tablets offer this.
    via MHL adapter
  • 3.7 MP lower front resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution front camera than the average tablet (1.3 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    1.3 MP vs 5 MP
  • 5.25 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (4.8 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    4.75 hours vs 10 hours
  • 28.6% lower review score
    Reviews score
    5.0/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–¼ Worse than 91% of models

    5.0

    Mark 7.1 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    6.7

    Average grade

    20%

    9.0

    Popularity

    Grades by review (37)
    22 reviews: 11 with a printed score, 11 estimated from the review. 15 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    5.0 vs 7.0
  • No USB-C port
    This tablet does not have a USB Type-C port, while the average tablet does. 54% of tablets have one.
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (4 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    4 vs 8
  • 3 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM than the average tablet (1 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    1 GB vs 4 GB
  • Shorter update support
    This tablet offers shorter update support than the average tablet (short vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    short vs medium
  • No fast charging
    This tablet does not support fast charging, while the average tablet does. 56.8% of tablets support fast charging.
  • 28.6% lower review score
    Reviews score
    5.0/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–¼ Worse than 91% of models

    5.0

    Mark 7.1 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    6.7

    Average grade

    20%

    9.0

    Popularity

    Grades by review (37)
    22 reviews: 11 with a printed score, 11 estimated from the review. 15 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    5.0 vs 7.0
  • 13.2% worse value for money
    Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 4G (1GB + 16GB) has worse value for money than the average tablet (6.67 vs 7.6).
    6.67 vs 7.55
  • 57.7% more expensive
    Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 4G (1GB + 16GB) is more expensive than the average tablet (£410 vs £260).
    £410 vs £260
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (4 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    4 vs 8
  • 3 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM than the average tablet (1 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    1 GB vs 4 GB
  • 2.29x larger process node
    This tablet has a larger process node than the average tablet (32 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet is built on 14 nm.
    32 nm vs 14 nm
  • 75% less internal storage
    This tablet has less internal storage than the average tablet (16 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    16 GB vs 64 GB
  • More basic graphics
    This tablet has less advanced graphics than the average tablet (PowerVR SGX544MP2 vs Mali-G51).
    PowerVR SGX544MP2 vs Mali-G51
  • 20% lower CPU speed
    This tablet has a lower CPU speed than the average tablet (1.6 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    1.6 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • No big.LITTLE architecture
    This tablet does not support big.LITTLE architecture, while the average tablet does. 51.7% of tablets support big.LITTLE architecture.
  • 38.5% slower GPU clock
    This tablet runs its GPU slower than the average tablet (400 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet runs its GPU at 650 MHz.
    400 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • 43% less memory bandwidth
    This tablet has less memory bandwidth than the average tablet (8.5 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has 14.9 GB/s of memory bandwidth.
    8.5 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • 6 years older
    This tablet was released earlier than the average tablet (2013 vs 2019). The average tablet was released in 2019.
    July 2013
    2013 vs 2019
  • More basic memory type
    This tablet uses less advanced memory than the average tablet (LPDDR2 vs LPDDR3).
    LPDDR2 vs LPDDR3
  • Inferior display type
    This tablet has an inferior display type compared to the average tablet (LCD vs IPS LCD). 0.00% of tablets use the superior display type.
    LCD vs IPS LCD
  • 32.6% softer screen detail
    This tablet has softer screen detail than the average tablet (149 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    149 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • Less sharp display
    This tablet has a less sharp screen than the average tablet (1280×800 vs 1920×1200).
    1,280×800 vs 1,920×1,200
  • Less vivid contrast
    This tablet has less contrast than the average tablet (917:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    917:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 6 nits lower typical brightness
    This tablet has a lower typical brightness than the average tablet (394 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    394 nits vs 400 nits
  • 3.7 MP lower front resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution front camera than the average tablet (1.3 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    1.3 MP vs 5 MP
  • No continuous video AF
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • Worse main-camera video
    This tablet supports worse main-camera video recording than the average tablet (720x30 fps vs 1080x30 fps). The average tablet supports 1080x30 fps main-camera video recording.
    720x30 fps vs 1080x30 fps
  • No tap-to-focus
    This tablet does not support touch autofocus, while the average tablet does. 83% of tablets support touch autofocus.
  • No timelapse video
    This tablet does not support timelapse video, while the average tablet does. 57.5% of tablets support timelapse video.
  • 5.25 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (4.8 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    4.75 hours vs 10 hours
  • No fast charging
    This tablet does not support fast charging, while the average tablet does. 56.8% of tablets support fast charging.
  • 44.4% slower charging
    This tablet charges slower than the average tablet (10 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    10 W vs 18 W
  • No USB-C port
    This tablet does not have a USB Type-C port, while the average tablet does. 54% of tablets have one.
  • Older Wi-Fi standard
    This tablet has an older Wi-Fi standard than the average tablet (Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)).
    Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This tablet has an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (4 vs 5).
    4 vs 5
  • No face recognition
    This tablet does not have face recognition, the average tablet does. 56.4% of tablets support face recognition.
  • No Ethernet support
    This tablet does not have Ethernet support, the average tablet does. 76.5% of tablets support Ethernet.
  • Shorter update support
    This tablet offers shorter update support than the average tablet (short vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    short vs medium
  • No split-screen
    This tablet does not support split-screen, the average tablet does. 72.8% of tablets support split-screen.
  • No picture-in-picture mode
    This tablet does not support picture-in-picture, the average tablet does. 61.4% of tablets support picture-in-picture.
  • No camera and mic privacy
    This tablet does not support camera and mic privacy, while the average tablet does. 56.6% of tablets offer this.
  • No full-page screenshots
    This tablet does not support full-page screenshots, the average tablet does. 53% of tablets support full-page screenshots.
  • No location privacy
    This tablet does not support location privacy, while the average tablet does. 76.7% of tablets offer this.
  • No dark mode
    This tablet does not support dark mode, while the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets offer this.
  • 43.1 mm taller
    This tablet is taller than the average tablet (243.1 mm vs 200 mm). The average tablet is 200 mm tall.
    243.1 mm vs 200 mm
  • 4.1% heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (510 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    510 g vs 490 g

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

8.0
technuba
≈ estimated
02/07/2014
Hands-on review · refurbished unit, screen and app tests
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 4G is a good iPad competitor at a bargain price, but casting and Flash support are missing.
7.0
The YouTube Tech Guy
≈ estimated
12/09/2013
Benchmark test · processor scores and graphics
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 4G has good all-round performance, but its graphics are its weak point compared with rivals.
7.7
Tablet-News.com
✓ explicit
24/08/2013
Full review · design, apps and performance tests
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 4G has strong speakers and display, but too many drawbacks, so it is not recommended overall.
6.0
TheDigitalDigest
≈ estimated
08/08/2013
Hands-on review · battery, playback and browsing tests
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 4G works well for media use, but it needs a lower price or a wait for the next model.
5.0
Jared Busch
≈ estimated
25/07/2013
Review · lag, battery and display tests
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 4G probably isn't for most buyers, though it may suit people invested in Samsung services.
6.0
Pocketnow
✓ explicit
24/07/2013
Full review · 13 days of use, battery and camera tests
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 4G is middling in every way, not bad but not great, and better options are available.
4.0
PhoneArena
≈ estimated
22/07/2013
Hands-on review · performance, camera and battery tests
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 4G has unimpressive performance and a price that is hard to justify, so better tablets are available.
6.0
sakitech
≈ estimated
22/07/2013
Unboxing and review · settings, apps and scrolling tests
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 4G is a good tablet, but it falls behind rivals at the same price due to low resolution, RAM and lag.
6.0
DetroitBORG
≈ estimated
19/07/2013
Unboxing and review · hands-on use, benchmarks and comparison
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 4G is the weaker choice; the smaller 8-inch version is the one to get.
6.0
EmirTheEvolution
≈ estimated
23/10/2023
Short review · used device after long use
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 4G still works well, but its battery is worn and needs replacing.
5.0
Laptop Mag
✓ explicit
16/07/2013
Hands-on review · design, lag and battery tests
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 4G is thin, light and has a useful remote, but lag and a low-resolution screen hold it back.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

6.0
cnet.com
✓ explicit
19/07/2013
Full review · Compact 10-inch tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 is compact and bright, but its slow multitasking, glitchy apps and long game loads make it frustrating to use.
6.0
pcmag.com
✓ explicit
07/08/2013
Review · Dated Android tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 isn't bad, but it feels dated right out of the box and is overpriced for its low-resolution screen and modest speed.
5.0
laptopmag.com
✓ explicit
14/07/2013
Full review · Thin, light tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 is thin, light and has a good built-in TV remote, but its Atom chip lags too often for daily use.
4.0
reviewed.com
≈ estimated
19/08/2013
Buyer warning · Mid-range tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 is best skipped: its pixelated low-resolution screen and short battery life fall behind the Nexus 10 at the same price.
7.0
slashgear.com
≈ estimated
17/07/2013
Launch review · Galaxy family tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 is a solid everyday tablet for video and browsing that suits owners of Galaxy phones, but not demanding games.
6.0
mobiletechreview.com
≈ estimated
15/07/2013
Editor's review · Slim Android tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 is a bright, very light tablet with a built-in TV remote, but its low resolution and an Intel chip that occasionally stalls hold it back.
6.0
criticalhit.net
≈ estimated
10/07/2014
Hands-on review · Easy-to-use tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 is easy to pick up and crisp for video, but at 512g its weight makes it better on a desk than in the hands.
6.0
androidcentral.com
≈ estimated
29/07/2013
Series review · Galaxy-style tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 is a slim, long-lasting Galaxy-style tablet that handles the basics well, but its old display and fragile plastic body hold it back.
7.0
hardwarezone.com.sg
≈ estimated
01/02/2014
Lab test · Intel processor
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 is a light tablet with decent everyday speed, but older games may not run on its Intel chip.
4.0
twfld.com
≈ estimated
26/11/2013
Hands-on review · Everyday tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 is hard to recommend: a plasticky tablet with a dated screen and camera, though its battery lasts about a week at light use.
8.6
notebookcheck.com
✓ explicit
23/08/2013
Lab test · Display and performance
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 plays Full HD video smoothly and stays readable outdoors, but its benchmark scores trail most rival tablets.
7.8
chip.de
✓ explicit
11/09/2013
Lab test · Slim 10-inch tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 is thin, light and has a strong display, but its battery life, only about five hours, is the main weak point.
6.0
tech.de
≈ estimated
30/09/2013
Hands-on test · Everyday use
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 is easy to use and has good contrast, but its low resolution makes small text look blurry on websites.
9.0
connect.de
≈ estimated
15/10/2013
Short review · Tablet for everyday use
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 is a slim, bright tablet with good battery life, but its low resolution and lack of FM radio hold it back.
8.0
computerwoche.de
≈ estimated
02/11/2013
Lab test · Battery and display
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 is a smooth, light tablet with a bright screen and a phone function, but not worth it for Tab 2 owners.
7.8
gamestar.de
✓ explicit
06/09/2013
Hands-on test · Intel-powered tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 has a well-built body and good colors, but its low-resolution screen and 1 GB of memory hold it back.
5.8
01net.com
✓ explicit
22/08/2013
Lab test · Family tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 suits basic family use, handling browsing, video and office apps well, but its low resolution and weak processor limit it.
6.0
clubic.com
✓ explicit
12/08/2013
Hands-on test · Intel-powered tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 is a comfortable, lightweight tablet for video and browsing, but its low resolution and Intel chip hold back gaming.
7.2
android-mt.ouest-france.fr
✓ explicit
23/07/2013
Full review · Large Android tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 is a responsive tablet with 8 to 9 hours of battery for browsing and video, but its low-resolution screen and weak camera leave it unremarkable.
7.0
fwd.nl
✓ explicit
27/07/2013
Everyday review · TouchWiz tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 suits fans of Samsung's TouchWiz interface, offering good contrast and one to two days of battery, but its low resolution holds it back.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 4G (1GB + 16GB)

  • Lightweight and slim design makes it highly portable and comfortable to hold for a 10-inch tablet.
  • Bright display with good viewing angles and vibrant color replication.
  • MicroSD card slot supports storage expansion up to 64GB.
  • Loud and balanced stereo speakers provide a decent audio experience.

What customers don't like about Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 4G (1GB + 16GB)

  • Noticeable lag and slow performance, especially when multitasking or switching between apps.
  • Low screen resolution (1280 x 800) results in visible pixelation compared to higher-definition competitors.
  • Highly sensitive capacitive buttons (Menu and Back) often lead to accidental touches during use.
  • Mediocre camera quality with low-resolution sensors and poor low-light performance.
  • Perceived poor value due to mid-range specifications being sold at a flagship price point at launch.

Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 4G is a slim, lightweight tablet featuring a 10.1-inch TFT display with a 1280 x 800 resolution and a 1.6 GHz dual-core Intel Atom Z2560 processor. This specific model is equipped with 1GB of RAM, 16GB of internal storage expandable up to 64GB via microSD, and 4G LTE connectivity for mobile data. Its primary advantages include its sleek, portable design, high-quality stereo speakers, and a built-in IR blaster for universal remote control functionality. However, it is often noted for performance lag during multitasking, a relatively low screen resolution compared to competitors, and a non-removable battery.

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