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Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 WiFi (1GB + 32GB) Review | 168 Data compared

Avg. price:~£410RAM capacity:1 GBInternal storage:32 GBScreen size:7 inchesChipset:Marvell PXA986

Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 WiFi (1GB + 32GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

5.2

Overall score

Score
5.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best Tablets on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
Score components

90%

4.8

Technical score

10%

8.7

User score

â–¼Worse than 84% of tablets
4.8

Technical score

Technical score
4.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare Tablets based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
Score components

22%

3.9

Performance

20%

3.9

Display

16%

5.3

Camera

14%

3.3

Battery

12%

6.4

Connectivity

8%

7.3

Software & Features

5%

6.7

Design

3%

5.6

Audio & Multimedia

â–¼Worse than 93% of tablets
8.7

User score

User score
8.7/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 84% of models
Score components

70%

8.5

User ratings

30%

9.0

Number of reviews

No reviews for this version.

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â–²Better than 84% of tablets
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Best prices

    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.
Available versions:
1GB + 8GBCheck price1GB + 16GBCheck price
Other versions:
1GB + 32GB
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Technical Specifications of tablet Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 WiFi (1GB + 32GB)

Technical score
Technical score
4.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare Tablets based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
Score components:

22%

3.9

Performance

20%

3.9

Display

16%

5.3

Camera

14%

3.3

Battery

12%

6.4

Connectivity

8%

7.3

Software & Features

5%

6.7

Design

3%

5.6

Audio & Multimedia

4.8
User score
User score
8.7/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 84% of models
Score components

70%

8.5

User ratings

30%

9.0

Number of reviews

No reviews for this version.

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8.7
Popularity
Popularity
9.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 86% of models
Popularity:
Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 WiFi (1GB + 32GB) has a user popularity of 9 points, which is lower than 86.2% of Tablets.
9.0
Value for money
Value for money
6.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
Score components:

60%

5.2

Overall score

40%

8.4

Price

6.1
RAM capacity
1 GB
RAM capacity
1 GB
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Market range: <2 GB – >12 GB
This tablet has a RAM capacity of 1 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 77.8% of tablets and equal to that of 19.3% of tablets.
Process node
40 nm
Process node
40 nm
â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 40 nm process node, which is larger than the node size used in 86.8% of tablets and equal to the node used in 8% of tablets.
Internal storage
32 GB
Internal storage
32 GB
â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
Market range: <0 GB – >250 GB
This tablet has an internal storage capacity of 32 GB which is smaller than the storage of 60.5% of tablets and equal to that of 18% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
?
Chipset
Marvell PXA986
Chipset
Marvell PXA986
â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
This tablet uses the Marvell PXA986 chipset, which is less advanced than the chipsets in 97.5% of tablets and equal to those in 0.6% of tablets.
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Screen resolution
1280×800
Screen resolution
1280×800
â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
This tablet has a screen resolution of 1280×800 which is lower than that of 68.1% of tablets and equal to that of 21.7% of tablets.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Refresh rate
60 Hz
â–¼ Worse than 26% of models
Market range: <60 Hz – >120 Hz
This tablet supports a refresh rate of 60 Hz which is equal to that in 73.8% of tablets.
Display type
TFT LCD
Display type
TFT LCD
â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
This tablet uses a TFT LCD display type. 89.9% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
149 ppi
Pixel density
149 ppi
â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 149 ppi which is lower than that of 86.8% of tablets and equal to that of 9.2% of tablets.
Display glass type
Corning Gorilla Glass
Display glass type
Corning Gorilla Glass
â–² Better than 45% of models
This tablet uses Corning Gorilla Glass display glass which is stronger than that on 45.4% of tablets and equal to that on 32.7% of tablets.
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Optical image stabilization
no
Optical image stabilization
no
Category Benchmark
This tablet does not support optical image stabilization. 0.4% of tablets include OIS.
Main camera megapixels
3.15 MP
Main camera megapixels
3.15 MP
â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a main camera resolution of 3.15 MP which is lower than that of 89.8% of tablets and equal to that of 2.6% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
1.3 MP
Front camera megapixels
1.3 MP
â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera resolution of 1.3 MP which is lower than in 80.8% of tablets and equal to that in 5.5% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
f/2.4
Main camera aperture
f/2.4
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/2.4 which is narrower than that of 69.8% of tablets and equal to that of 17.6% of tablets.
Optical zoom
1xxx
Optical zoom
1xx
â–² Better than 18% of models
This tablet supports 1xx optical zoom which is higher than in 18.4% of tablets and equal to that in 80.7% of tablets.
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Battery capacity
4,000 mAh
Battery capacity
4,000 mAh
â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has a battery capacity of 4,000 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 84.6% of tablets and equal to those in 4.5% of tablets.
Charging speed
10 W
Charging speed
10 W
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
Market range: <10 W – >60 W
This tablet supports charging speeds of 10 W which is slower than in 61% of tablets and equal to speeds in 33.2% of tablets.
Battery life
8 hours
Battery life
8 hours
â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
Market range: <6 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 8 hours, which is shorter than that of 72.2% of tablets and equal to that of 11.9% of tablets.
video playback
Wireless charging
no
Wireless charging
no
â–¼ Worse than 2% of models
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets support wireless charging.
Fast charging
no
Fast charging
no
â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
This tablet does not support fast charging. 49.7% of tablets support fast charging.
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LTE support
yes
LTE support
yes
â–² Better than 37% of models
This tablet supports LTE. 36.8% of tablets include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Category Benchmark
This tablet supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 0.2% of tablets offer Wi-Fi support.
GPS
yes
GPS
yes
â–² Better than 17% of models
This tablet supports GPS. 17.3% of tablets include GPS functionality.
5G connectivity
no
5G connectivity
no
â–¼ Worse than 11% of models
This tablet does not support 5G connectivity. 11.1% of tablets support 5G.
NFC
no
NFC
no
â–¼ Worse than 11% of models
This tablet does not support NFC. 10.9% of tablets support NFC.
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Operating system
Android
Operating system
Android
â–² Better than 23% of models
This tablet uses the Android operating system, which is more advanced than the one used by 23.3%.
Update support duration
long
Update support duration
long
â–² Better than 80% of models
This tablet offers long update support, which is longer than the support period of 80% of tablets and equal to that of 20% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
yes
Direct OS updates
yes
â–² Better than 20% of models
This tablet receives direct OS updates. 20.3% of tablets receive direct updates.
On-device AI
no
On-device AI
no
â–¼ Worse than 28% of models
This tablet does not support on-device AI. 28.3% of tablets support this capability.
App tracking protection
no
App tracking protection
no
â–¼ Worse than 28% of models
This tablet does not include app tracking protection. 28.3% of tablets include app tracking protection.
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IP rating
not rated
IP rating
not rated
â–¼ Worse than 16% of models
This tablet has an IP rating of not rated which is lower than that of 16.3% of tablets and equal to that of 83.7% of tablets.
Weight
314 g
Weight
314 g
★ Better than 90% of models
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 314 g which is lighter than 90% of tablets and equal to the weight of 0.1% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
Backlit keyboard
no
â–¼ Worse than 10% of models
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.8% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
yes
Keyboard accessory
yes
â–² Better than 16% of models
This tablet supports a keyboard accessory. 15.8% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
N/A
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Number of microphones
1
Number of microphones
1
â–¼ Worse than 45% of models
Market range: <0 – >5
This tablet includes 1 microphones, which is more than in 0.2% of tablets and equal to the number in 54.8% of tablets.
aptX Adaptive
no
aptX Adaptive
no
â–¼ Worse than 7% of models
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this codec.
Dolby Atmos support
?
N. of speakers
2
N. of speakers
2
â–¼ Worse than 29% of models
Market range: <1 – >6
This tablet includes 2 speakers, which is more than in 9.8% of tablets and equal to the number in 60.9% of tablets.
FM radio
no
FM radio
no
â–¼ Worse than 19% of models
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer FM radio functionality.
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Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 WiFi (1GB + 32GB) vs the average tablet

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  • Longer update support
    Update support duration
    long
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    This tablet offers longer update support than the average tablet (long vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    long vs medium
  • 35.9% lighter
    Weight
    314 g
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Market range: <315 g – >730 g
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (314 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    314 g vs 490 g
  • Includes battery health monitoring
    Battery health monitoring
    yes
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    This tablet features battery health monitoring, the average tablet does not. 37% of tablets include battery health tools.
  • Allows manual ISO
    Manual ISO
    yes
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    This tablet allows manual ISO adjustment, the average tablet does not. 46% of tablets feature manual ISO.
  • 64.2 mm narrower
    Width
    111.1 mm
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <123.8 mm – >274 mm
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (111.1 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    111.1 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • Designed for kids
    Designed for kids
    yes
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    This tablet is suitable for kids, the average tablet is not. 23.7% of tablets are suitable for kids.
  • 8.6% higher user score
    User score
    8.7/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 WiFi
    the average tablet
    Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 WiFi (1GB + 32GB) has a higher user score than the average tablet (8.68 vs 8.000).
    8.68 vs 8
  • 87.9% more popular
    Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 WiFi (1GB + 32GB) is more popular than the average tablet (9.04 vs 4.8).
    9.04 vs 4.81
  • 8.6% higher user score
    User score
    8.7/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 WiFi
    the average tablet
    Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 WiFi (1GB + 32GB) has a higher user score than the average tablet (8.68 vs 8.000).
    8.68 vs 8
  • 87.9% more popular
    Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 WiFi (1GB + 32GB) is more popular than the average tablet (9.04 vs 4.8).
    9.04 vs 4.81
  • Allows manual ISO
    Manual ISO
    yes
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    This tablet allows manual ISO adjustment, the average tablet does not. 46% of tablets feature manual ISO.
  • Includes battery health monitoring
    Battery health monitoring
    yes
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    This tablet features battery health monitoring, the average tablet does not. 37% of tablets include battery health tools.
  • Longer update support
    Update support duration
    long
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    This tablet offers longer update support than the average tablet (long vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    long vs medium
  • 35.9% lighter
    Weight
    314 g
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Market range: <315 g – >730 g
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (314 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    314 g vs 490 g
  • 64.2 mm narrower
    Width
    111.1 mm
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <123.8 mm – >274 mm
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (111.1 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    111.1 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • Designed for kids
    Designed for kids
    yes
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    This tablet is suitable for kids, the average tablet is not. 23.7% of tablets are suitable for kids.
  • 3.7 MP lower front camera megapixels
    Front camera megapixels
    1.3 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
    This tablet has less front camera megapixels than the average tablet (1.3 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has 5 MP front camera resolution.
    1.3 MP vs 5 MP
  • Inferior display type
    Display type
    TFT LCD
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    This tablet has an inferior display type compared to the average tablet (TFT LCD vs IPS LCD). 0.00% of tablets use the superior display type.
    TFT LCD vs IPS LCD
  • No USB Type-C
    USB Type-C
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This tablet lacks a USB Type-C port, the average tablet includes one. 53.4% of tablets use USB Type-C.
  • 3 GB less RAM
    RAM capacity
    1 GB
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <2 GB – >12 GB
    This tablet has less RAM capacity than the average tablet (1 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    1 GB vs 4 GB
  • 4.85 MP lower main camera megapixels
    Main camera megapixels
    3.15 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
    This tablet has a lower-resolution main camera than the average tablet (3.2 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a 8 MP main camera.
    3.15 MP vs 8 MP
  • 40% lower CPU speed
    CPU speed
    1.2 GHz
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <1.2 GHz – >3.2 GHz
    This tablet has a lower CPU speed than the average tablet (1.2 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    1.2 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 33.5% lower pixel density
    Pixel density
    149 ppi
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
    This tablet has a lower pixel density than the average tablet (149 ppi vs 224 ppi). The average tablet has pixel density of 224 ppi.
    149 ppi vs 224 ppi
  • 39.2% smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    4,000 mAh
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
    This tablet has a lower battery capacity than the average tablet (4000 mAh vs 6580 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6580 mAh.
    4,000 mAh vs 6,580 mAh
  • 15.5% worse value for money
    Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 WiFi (1GB + 32GB) has worse value for money than the average tablet (6.15 vs 7.1).
    6.15 vs 7.1
  • 57.7% more expensive
    Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 WiFi (1GB + 32GB) is more expensive than the average tablet (£410 vs £260).
    £410 vs £260
  • 3 GB less RAM
    RAM capacity
    1 GB
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <2 GB – >12 GB
    This tablet has less RAM capacity than the average tablet (1 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    1 GB vs 4 GB
  • 40% lower CPU speed
    CPU speed
    1.2 GHz
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <1.2 GHz – >3.2 GHz
    This tablet has a lower CPU speed than the average tablet (1.2 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    1.2 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 2.86x larger process node
    Process node
    40 nm
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
    This tablet uses a larger process node than the average tablet (40 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet uses a process node of 14 nm.
    40 nm vs 14 nm
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    CPU threads
    2
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <2 – >12
    This tablet has less CPU threads than the average tablet (2 vs 6). The average tablet has 6 CPU threads.
    2 vs 6
  • 85.7% lower memory bandwidth
    Memory bandwidth
    2.13 GB/s
    â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
    Market range: <4.26 GB/s – >60 GB/s
    This tablet has a lower memory bandwidth than the average tablet (2.1 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has memory bandwidth of 14.9 GB/s.
    2.13 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • 1,066 MHz slower RAM speed
    RAM speed
    800 MHz
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <800 MHz – >6.4k MHz
    This tablet has a lower RAM speed than the average tablet (800 MHz vs 1866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1866 MHz.
    800 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • Worse GPU
    GPU model
    PowerVR SGX544MP2
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    This tablet uses the PowerVR SGX544MP2 GPU, while the average tablet uses the stronger Mali-G51. GPU choice is one of the main performance differences between tablets.
    PowerVR SGX544MP2 vs Mali-G51
  • No big.LITTLE architecture
    big.LITTLE Architecture
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This tablet does not use a big.LITTLE architecture, the average tablet does. 51.3% of tablets use a big.LITTLE architecture.
  • 50% less storage
    Internal storage
    32 GB
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >250 GB
    This tablet has less internal storage than the average tablet (32 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet provides 64 GB of internal storage.
    32 GB vs 64 GB
  • 23.1% slower GPU clock
    GPU frequency
    500 MHz
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <311 MHz – >1.1k MHz
    This tablet has a lower GPU frequency than the average tablet (500 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet has GPU frequency of 650 MHz.
    500 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • Older DDR memory version
    DDR memory version
    LPDDR2
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    This tablet uses an older DDR memory version than the average tablet (LPDDR2 vs LPDDR3). The average tablet uses DDR version LPDDR3.
    LPDDR2 vs LPDDR3
  • Less capable chipset
    Chipset
    Marvell PXA986
    â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
    This tablet uses the Marvell PXA986 chipset, while the average tablet uses the newer MediaTek MT8169A.
    Marvell PXA986 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • Inferior display type
    Display type
    TFT LCD
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    This tablet has an inferior display type compared to the average tablet (TFT LCD vs IPS LCD). 0.00% of tablets use the superior display type.
    TFT LCD vs IPS LCD
  • 33.5% lower pixel density
    Pixel density
    149 ppi
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
    This tablet has a lower pixel density than the average tablet (149 ppi vs 224 ppi). The average tablet has pixel density of 224 ppi.
    149 ppi vs 224 ppi
  • 3.1 inches smaller screen size
    Screen size
    7 inches
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <7 inches – >12 inches
    This tablet has a lower screen size than the average tablet (7 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet has screen size of 10.1 inches.
    7 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • Lower screen resolution
    Screen resolution
    1280×800
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    This tablet has a lower screen resolution than the average tablet (1280×800 vs 1920×1200). The average tablet has a resolution of 1920×1200.
    1280×800 vs 1920×1200
  • 72 ppi lower screen sharpness
    Screen sharpness
    149 ppi
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
    This tablet has a lower screen sharpness than the average tablet (149 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has screen sharpness of 221 ppi.
    149 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • 50% lower touch sampling rate
    Touch sampling rate
    60 Hz
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    Market range: <60 Hz – >300 Hz
    This tablet has a lower touch sampling rate than the average tablet (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average tablet has touch sampling rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 1 nits lower peak brightness
    Peak brightness
    400 nits
    â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
    Market range: <320 nits – >750 nits
    This tablet has a lower peak brightness than the average tablet (400 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits peak brightness.
    400 nits vs 401 nits
  • 5 nits lower typical brightness
    Typical brightness
    395 nits
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <300 nits – >600 nits
    This tablet has a lower typical brightness than the average tablet (395 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    395 nits vs 400 nits
  • 3.7 MP lower front camera megapixels
    Front camera megapixels
    1.3 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
    This tablet has less front camera megapixels than the average tablet (1.3 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has 5 MP front camera resolution.
    1.3 MP vs 5 MP
  • 4.85 MP lower main camera megapixels
    Main camera megapixels
    3.15 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
    This tablet has a lower-resolution main camera than the average tablet (3.2 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a 8 MP main camera.
    3.15 MP vs 8 MP
  • No continuous video AF
    Continuous autofocus in video
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • Worse main-camera video
    Video recording (main camera)
    720 x 30 fps
    â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
    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 manual exposure control
    Manual exposure
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    This tablet does not offer manual exposure control, the average tablet does. 63.6% of tablets have manual exposure.
  • No manual white balance
    Manual white balance
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
    This tablet does not allow manual white balance adjustments, the average tablet does. 51.6% of tablets include white balance controls.
  • No BSI sensor
    BSI sensor
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This tablet lacks a BSI sensor, the average tablet has one. 52.6% of tablets use BSI sensors for better low-light shots.
  • No timelapse video
    Timelapse video
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    This tablet does not support timelapse video, the average tablet does. 57.5% of tablets include timelapse modes.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    Main camera aperture
    f/2.4
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    This tablet has a worse main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 main camera aperture.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • 39.2% smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    4,000 mAh
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
    This tablet has a lower battery capacity than the average tablet (4000 mAh vs 6580 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6580 mAh.
    4,000 mAh vs 6,580 mAh
  • 2 hours shorter battery life
    Battery life
    8 hours
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    Market range: <6 hours – >16 hours
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (8 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    video playback
    8 hours vs 10 hours
  • 44.4% slower charging speed
    Charging speed
    10 W
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <10 W – >60 W
    This tablet supports slower charging than the average tablet (10 W vs 18 W). The average tablet supports charging speed of 18 W.
    10 W vs 18 W
  • No USB Type-C
    USB Type-C
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This tablet lacks a USB Type-C port, the average tablet includes one. 53.4% of tablets use USB Type-C.
  • Older Wi-Fi version
    Wi-Fi version
    Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    This tablet uses an older Wi-Fi version than the average tablet (Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)). The average tablet uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac).
    Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
  • Older Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    4.0
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This tablet uses an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (4 vs 5). The average tablet uses Bluetooth 5.0.
    4.0 vs 5.0
  • No HDMI output
    HDMI output
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
    This tablet does not have an HDMI output, the average tablet does. 50.1% of tablets support HDMI output.
  • No face recognition
    Face recognition
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
    This tablet does not have face recognition, the average tablet does. 56% of tablets support face recognition.
  • No split-screen
    Split-screen support
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    This tablet does not support split-screen, the average tablet does. 72.4% of tablets support split-screen.
  • No picture-in-picture mode
    Picture-in-picture
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This tablet does not support picture-in-picture, the average tablet does. 61% of tablets support picture-in-picture.
  • No camera/mic privacy toggles
    Camera/mic privacy
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
    This tablet lacks camera and microphone privacy toggles, the average tablet includes them. 56.2% of tablets offer these toggles.
  • No full-page screenshots
    Full-page screenshots
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This tablet does not support full-page screenshots, the average tablet does. 52.5% of tablets support full-page screenshots.
  • No location privacy controls
    Location privacy
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
    This tablet does not offer location privacy controls, the average tablet does. 76.5% of tablets include location privacy features.
  • No dark mode
    Dark mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
    This tablet does not support dark mode, the average tablet does. 57.2% of tablets have dark mode.
  • 6 older release date
    Release date
    2013
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This tablet is an older model than the average tablet (2013 vs 2019).
    July 2013
    2013 vs 2019

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criticalhit.net
10/07/2014
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Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 review: Barely scratching the surface If you need a specific screen size (e.g., only the 7.0 model), please let me know.
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the-digital-reader.com
19/01/2014
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phonearena.com
08/01/2014
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medium.com
29/12/2013
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Review: Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 - by Coty Beasley
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hothardware.com
08/11/2013
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Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 Review
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techradar.com
17/10/2013
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Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 7.0 review - TechRadar
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reviewed.com
19/08/2013
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Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1-inch Review
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sammobile.com
19/08/2013
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Review: Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 Wi-Fi (SM-T310/T311)
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reviewed.com
08/08/2013
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Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 (8-inch) Review
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pcmag.com
07/08/2013
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Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 Review - PCMag
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theverge.com
22/07/2013
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Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 and 10.1 review - The Verge
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cnet.com
19/07/2013
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Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 review: Cute, compact, but functionally challenged
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allthingsd.com
18/07/2013
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Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 (Wi-Fi) review - AllThingsD
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pcmag.com
18/07/2013
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Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 Review - PCMag
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mobiletechreview.com
15/07/2013
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Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 Review - MobileTechReview www.mobiletechreview.com
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laptopmag.com
14/07/2013
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Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 Review - Laptop Mag
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cnet.com
17/07/2013
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Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 review: An excellent tablet at a ... - CNET
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androidcentral.com
29/07/2013
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Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 series review
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recombu.com
13/08/2013
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Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 7.0 Review: In Depth
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tech.de
13/09/2013
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chip.de
14/09/2013
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Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 - Test der Tablet Familie - CHIP
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tech.de
30/09/2013
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Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 getestet - TECH.DE
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computerwoche.de
02/11/2013
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Tablet-Test: Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 - Computerwoche
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connect.de
15/01/2014
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Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 WiFi im Test - connect
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lesnumeriques.com
04/12/2013
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Test Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0, un bon compromis
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frandroid.com
10/07/2015
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Test de la Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 7.0 - Frandroid
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insert-coin.fr
30/09/2013
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SAMSUNG GALAXY TAB 3 - Test 8 pouces - Insert-coin.fr
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tomiiks.com
02/10/2013
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Test tablette Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 7.0 - Tomiiks.com
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lesandroides.net
08/07/2013
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Test : la Galaxy Tab 3 10.1, star du rapport qualité/prix
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01net.com
22/08/2013
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Test Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10 pouces : efficace mais sans saveur
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smartworld.it
03/12/2013
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Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1, la recensione
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fwd.nl
27/07/2013
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Review: Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 (10.1)
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notebookcheck.nl
25/07/2013
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Review Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 SM-T310 Tablet
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gadgetgear.nl
23/07/2013
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Review: Samsung Galaxy Tab3 8.0 WiFi SM-T310
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tweakers.net
20/07/2013
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Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 7" Wifi Wit - Product reviews
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androidplanet.nl
06/07/2013
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tweakers.net
30/03/2018
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What we like about Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 WiFi (1GB + 32GB)

  • Lightweight and slim design makes it highly portable and comfortable for one-handed use
  • Bright, colorful display with good viewing angles and sharp text on the 8-inch model
  • Includes a microSD slot for easy and affordable storage expansion up to 64GB
  • Universal remote capability via a built-in IR emitter for controlling home entertainment systems
  • Solid Wi-Fi connectivity and performance for basic tasks like reading e-books and light browsing
  • Good sound quality from stereo speakers for a tablet in its class

What we don't like about Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 WiFi (1GB + 32GB)

  • Noticeable lag and slow performance when multitasking or switching between apps
  • Relatively high price at launch compared to more powerful competitors like the Nexus 7
  • Inexpensive feel due to the all-plastic construction and slippery back
  • Mediocre battery life, particularly on the 10.1-inch and 8-inch models compared to rivals
  • Low screen resolution on the 7-inch and 10.1-inch models makes them feel dated
  • Poor camera quality with lackluster detail and overexposure in many lighting conditions
  • Frustratingly sensitive capacitive buttons on the 10.1-inch model lead to frequent accidental touches

Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 WiFi (GT-P5210) is a lightweight 10.1-inch tablet featuring a 1280 x 800 WXGA TFT display and powered by a 1.6GHz dual-core Intel Atom Z2560 processor. It comes equipped with 1GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage, which can be expanded via a microSDXC slot supporting up to 64GB. Key characteristics include a slim design, a 6,800mAh battery for extended use, and dual cameras (3.15MP rear, 1.3MP front). Its main advantages are a bright, clear screen, integrated IR blaster for universal remote functionality, and a highly portable build for a large-format tablet. However, the device is often noted for performance lag during multitasking, slower app switching, and a relatively low pixel density of 149 PPI compared to newer models.

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