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Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 WiFi (1.5GB + 16GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£280RAM capacity:1.5 GBInternal storage:16 GBScreen size:8 inchesChipset:?

Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 WiFi (1.5GB + 16GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 33 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 WiFi (1.5GB + 16GB)
6.2/10

Overall score

Score
6.2/ 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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Score components

35%

5.2

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

5.2

Reviews score

10%

8.7

Sentiment score

â–¼Worse than 79% of tablets
7.1

Value for money

Value for money
7.1/ 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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Score components

70%

6.2

Overall score

30%

9.0

Price

â–¼Worse than 78%
5.2

Technical score

Technical score
5.2/ 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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Score components

22%

4.3

Performance

20%

4.7

Display

16%

5.9

Camera

14%

4.2

Battery

12%

5.9

Connectivity

8%

6.7

Software

5%

7.3

Design

3%

4.8

Audio

â–¼Worse than 81%
5.2

Reviews score

Reviews score
5.2/ 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 85% of models

5.2

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

80%

7.5

Average grade

20%

8.9

Popularity

Grades by review (33)
24 reviews: 16 with a printed score, 8 estimated from the review. 9 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 85%
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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~ £280
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.

What reviewers say about the Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 WiFi (1.5GB + 16GB)

Based on 24 · 9

Reviewers love the light size and long battery life, but find performance and gaming sluggish and the camera weak.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
Pick a topic to see who said what

What owners say about the Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 WiFi (1.5GB + 16GB)

Based on 181 owners sharing their experience in online comments

55%positive11%mixed34%negative

Owners enjoy its handy size, smooth use, and features, while aging software, lag, and reliability problems frustrate many.

What owners dislike

  • Owners report lag and slow browsing in everyday use, especially in the browser, with some saying it struggles with multitasking.12
  • Owners report screens that crack, lose touch response or show a broken display, and say glass and display replacement is hard to source.12
  • Owners report the tablet failing over time, with repeated trips to service and faults such as boot loops or no power.10
  • Owners say the battery drains quickly or stops charging properly after a year or so, sometimes needing a restart before it charges.8
  • Owners say charging is slow, sometimes taking several hours, and that some units stop charging or never reach full charge.8
  • Owners say the older Android version blocks newer apps and games, and that Flash-based video like Facebook and some TV apps no longer play.7
  • Owners say connecting to a TV is finicky, with the wrong adapter, detection failures and screen size problems, and sometimes no sound.7
  • Owners report the tablet connecting to WiFi but never getting internet, or failing to detect known networks.4
  • Owners say it struggles with demanding games such as Clash of Clans and some newer titles, which may not run at all.3

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

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Technical Specifications of tablet Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 WiFi (1.5GB + 16GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.2/ 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 81% of models
Score components:

22%

4.3

Performance

20%

4.7

Display

16%

5.9

Camera

14%

4.2

Battery

12%

5.9

Connectivity

8%

6.7

Software

5%

7.3

Design

3%

4.8

Audio

5.2
Reviews score
5.2
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.1/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components:

70%

6.2

Overall score

30%

9.0

Price

7.1
RAM capacity
1.5 GB
Market range: <1 GB – >8 GB
This tablet has 1.5 GB of RAM, which is less than 76.8% of tablets and equal to 1.2% 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
?
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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
TFT LCD
This tablet uses a TFT LCD display type. 89.9% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
189 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 189 ppi, which is lower than 66.5% of tablets and equal to 6.8% of tablets.
Display glass type
?
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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
5 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a rear camera with 5 MP resolution, which is lower than 63.7% of tablets and equal to 26% of tablets.
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
f/2.2
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/2.2, which is wider than 30.1% of tablets and equal to 27.3% of tablets.
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
4,450 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 4,450 mAh battery capacity, which is smaller than 78.7% of tablets and equal to 0.6% 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
11 hours
Market range: <7 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 11 hours, which is longer than that of 60.8% of tablets and equal to that of 3.8% of tablets.
mixed use
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
no
This tablet does not have built-in LTE. 42.9% 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
yes
This tablet supports direct OS updates. 20.3% of tablets offer this.
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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What reviewers say
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
314 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 314 g, which is lighter than 90% of tablets and equal to 0.1% 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 8.0 WiFi (1.5GB + 16GB) vs the average tablet

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  • 35.9% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (314 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    314 g vs 490 g
  • 77 nits higher typical brightness
    This tablet has a higher typical brightness than the average tablet (477 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    477 nits vs 400 nits
  • Supports manual ISO
    This tablet supports manual ISO, while the average tablet does not. 45.9% of tablets support manual ISO.
  • 1 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (11 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    mixed use
    11 hours vs 10 hours
  • 51.5 mm narrower
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (123.8 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    123.8 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • Supports HDMI output
    This tablet supports HDMI output, while the average tablet does not. 49.8% of tablets offer this.
    via MHL adapter
  • 16.0% higher sentiment score
    8.7 vs 7.5
  • 0.6 mm thinner
    This tablet is thinner than the average tablet (7.4 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    7.4 mm vs 8 mm
  • 16.0% higher sentiment score
    8.7 vs 7.5
  • 77 nits higher typical brightness
    This tablet has a higher typical brightness than the average tablet (477 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    477 nits vs 400 nits
  • Supports manual ISO
    This tablet supports manual ISO, while the average tablet does not. 45.9% of tablets support manual ISO.
  • 1 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (11 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    mixed use
    11 hours vs 10 hours
  • Supports HDMI output
    This tablet supports HDMI output, while the average tablet does not. 49.8% of tablets offer this.
    via MHL adapter
  • 35.9% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (314 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    314 g vs 490 g
  • 51.5 mm narrower
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (123.8 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    123.8 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • 0.6 mm thinner
    This tablet is thinner than the average tablet (7.4 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    7.4 mm vs 8 mm
  • 6 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (2 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    2 vs 8
  • 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
  • Inferior display type
    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-C port
    This tablet does not have a USB Type-C port, while the average tablet does. 54% of tablets have one.
  • More basic graphics
    This tablet has less advanced graphics than the average tablet (Mali-400 MP4 vs Mali-G51).
    Mali-400 MP4 vs Mali-G51
  • 25.7% lower review score
    Reviews score
    5.2/ 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 85% of models

    5.2

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

    80%

    7.5

    Average grade

    20%

    8.9

    Popularity

    Grades by review (33)
    24 reviews: 16 with a printed score, 8 estimated from the review. 9 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.
    5.2 vs 7.0
  • 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.
  • 25.7% lower review score
    Reviews score
    5.2/ 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 85% of models

    5.2

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

    80%

    7.5

    Average grade

    20%

    8.9

    Popularity

    Grades by review (33)
    24 reviews: 16 with a printed score, 8 estimated from the review. 9 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.
    5.2 vs 7.0
  • 6.8% worse value for money
    Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 WiFi (1.5GB + 16GB) has worse value for money than the average tablet (7.07 vs 7.6).
    7.07 vs 7.55
  • 6 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (2 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    2 vs 8
  • More basic graphics
    This tablet has less advanced graphics than the average tablet (Mali-400 MP4 vs Mali-G51).
    Mali-400 MP4 vs Mali-G51
  • 2.5 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM than the average tablet (1.5 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    1.5 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
  • 25% lower CPU speed
    This tablet has a lower CPU speed than the average tablet (1.5 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    1.5 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 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
  • 1,066 MHz slower RAM speed
    This tablet has a lower RAM speed than the average tablet (800 MHz vs 1,866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1,866 MHz.
    800 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • 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.
  • 57% less memory bandwidth
    This tablet has less memory bandwidth than the average tablet (6.4 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has 14.9 GB/s of memory bandwidth.
    6.4 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • 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
  • 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 (TFT LCD vs IPS LCD). 0.00% of tablets use the superior display type.
    TFT LCD vs IPS LCD
  • 2.1 inches smaller screen
    This tablet has a smaller screen than the average tablet (8 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    8 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 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
  • 14.5% softer screen detail
    This tablet has softer screen detail than the average tablet (189 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    189 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • Less vivid contrast
    This tablet has less contrast than the average tablet (989:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    989:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 1 nits dimmer screen
    This tablet is dimmer than the average tablet (400 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    400 nits vs 401 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
  • 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
  • 3 MP lower rear resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution rear camera than the average tablet (5 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a rear camera of 8 MP.
    5 MP vs 8 MP
  • No manual white balance
    This tablet does not support manual white balance, while the average tablet does. 51.5% of tablets support manual white balance.
  • No timelapse video
    This tablet does not support timelapse video, while the average tablet does. 57.5% of tablets support timelapse video.
  • No fast charging
    This tablet does not support fast charging, while the average tablet does. 56.8% of tablets support fast charging.
  • 32.6% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a smaller battery capacity than the average tablet (4,450 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    4,450 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • 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)
  • No face recognition
    This tablet does not have face recognition, the average tablet does. 56.4% of tablets support face recognition.
  • 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 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.

Video reviews

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

5.0
ahmed nail
≈ estimated
16/01/2014
Hands-on review · performance, games, software and battery
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 WiFi has a pleasant design, but sluggish performance and a high price mean most buyers should look elsewhere.
9.0
Onourshelf
≈ estimated
05/09/2013
Hands-on review · gaming, movies, battery and browsing
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 WiFi is a very good tablet rather than a great one, with a strong battery and form factor.
6.0
Android Authority
≈ estimated
02/08/2013
Hands-on review · battery, display and performance
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 WiFi is enjoyable and easy to hold, but feels too familiar to be memorable.
5.0
mobileburn
≈ estimated
01/08/2013
Hands-on review · design, sound, software and battery
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 WiFi is acceptable but unimpressive, and the reviewer would look at other tablets instead.
9.0
GottaBeMobile
≈ estimated
18/07/2013
Hands-on review · design, display, camera and usability
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 WiFi is an all-round tablet that suits media use well, though accidental touches are a minor issue.
9.0
DetroitBORG
≈ estimated
18/07/2013
Hands-on review · benchmarks, speakers and keyboard tests
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 WiFi has modest performance, but its display and size make it an easy recommendation.
8.0
Beau HD
≈ estimated
26/07/2013
Hands-on review · battery, display and camera
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 WiFi is a very solid, slim tablet for people on the go, but not for buyers who want top-end hardware.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

6.0
allthingsd.com
≈ estimated
18/07/2013
Hands-on review · Mid-size tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 is portable and has handy two-app multi-window, but five hours of battery life in testing holds it back.
7.9
cnet.com
✓ explicit
17/07/2013
Full review · Small Android tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 is a light, comfortable small tablet with a sharp screen and useful multi-window, but its price is high for modest hardware.
7.0
pcmag.com
✓ explicit
18/07/2013
Lab review · Small Android tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 is a thin, well-built tablet with a universal remote and split-screen multitasking, but it is forgettable and priced above the Nexus 7.
6.3
theverge.com
✓ explicit
22/07/2013
Long-form review · Android 8-inch tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 is the right size for an Android tablet, but its slow, choppy interface and poor standby keep it from being great.
8.0
canadianreviewer.com
✓ explicit
06/08/2013
Hands-on review · 8-inch Android tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 is a slim 8-inch tablet whose IR blaster doubles as a TV remote, but its dual-core processor is a weak spot.
8.0
sammobile.com
✓ explicit
19/08/2013
Detailed review · Mid-range tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 is the best Tab 3 in the mid-range, with a comfortable size and good battery; its screen is where Samsung cut corners.
6.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
18/11/2013
Benchmark review · Performance and battery
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 is a slim tablet with excellent battery life, but its plastic build and performance glitches don't justify its price above the iPad mini.
8.0
laptopmag.com
✓ explicit
15/07/2013
Lab test · 8-inch Android tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 is an excellent 8-inch tablet for multitasking and long days away from a charger, though its modest processing power limits gaming.
7.0
pocket-lint.com
✓ explicit
06/08/2013
Hands-on test · Slim 8-inch tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 is a slim, capable 8-inch tablet, but plastic build and a lower-resolution screen make rivals like the Nexus 7 more appealing.
8.0
ubergizmo.com
≈ estimated
30/08/2013
Hands-on test · Small Android tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 is a good pick for email, Facebook and photos on a small tablet, but it struggles with demanding games and charges slowly.
8.6
notebookcheck.com
✓ explicit
25/07/2013
Benchmark test · Mid-range tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 sits mid-pack, slower than the Nexus 7 in demanding apps but fine for browsing and running several apps at once.
9.0
chip.de
≈ estimated
19/09/2013
Test verdict · Everyday Android tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 is a top-ten tablet with a handy size, long battery life and good performance, though its display shows weaker contrast.
7.4
pcwelt.de
✓ explicit
06/11/2013
Lab test · Mid-size tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 is light and comfortable for everyday use, but effect-heavy games stutter and it trails the Nexus 7.
9.0
connect.de
≈ estimated
15/01/2014
Lab test · Compact Wi-Fi tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 WiFi is light, bright and long-lasting, offering a lot for the money, though its screen is less sharp than the LG G Pad 8.3.
7.0
frandroid.com
✓ explicit
10/07/2015
Full review · Mid-size tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 is easy to hold, with a pleasant screen and smooth browsing, but its weak camera and quick battery drain hold it back.
7.0
tweakers.net
✓ explicit
29/07/2013
Benchmark review · Mid-size tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 has a good size, good battery life and fast storage, but old hardware and a high price make it hard to recommend.
7.0
androidplanet.nl
≈ estimated
06/07/2013
Full review · Mid-size tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 is a light, handy mid-range tablet that doesn't stand out, and its plastic feel and dark indoor screen hold it back.
7.0
fwd.nl
✓ explicit
02/08/2013
Full review · Mid-range tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 is thin, light and lasts a day of normal use, but its dated processor causes lag and suits serious gamers poorly.
8.0
gadgetgear.nl
✓ explicit
23/07/2013
Hands-on test · Mid-range 8-inch tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 is a sturdy, good-value tablet for everyday use and 3D games, but its touch buttons are its main flaw.
tweakers.net
29/07/2013
Same outlet as a graded review (counted once)

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 WiFi (1.5GB + 16GB)

  • Lightweight and comfortable design, easy to hold with one hand
  • Bright and colorful 8-inch screen with good color accuracy and contrast
  • Expandable storage via a microSD card slot up to 64GB
  • Useful software features like Multi Window multitasking and an IR blaster for universal remote functions
  • Good battery life for tasks like reading e-books and light browsing

What customers don't like about Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 WiFi (1.5GB + 16GB)

  • Performance issues including occasional lagging, stuttering, and slow app loading
  • Mediocre battery life during intensive video playback or with high screen brightness
  • Poor camera quality, with both front and rear lenses producing flat, noisy images
  • Outdated dual-core processor that struggles with modern 3D games and demanding apps
  • Lack of features found on other Samsung models, such as S Pen support and NFC

Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 (16GB WiFi) is a slim and portable tablet featuring an 8-inch WXGA TFT display with a resolution of 1280 x 800 pixels and 189 PPI. Powered by a 1.5GHz dual-core Exynos 4212 processor and 1.5GB of RAM, it provides a smooth experience for light multitasking, aided by the Multi Window feature for running two apps side-by-side. Key characteristics include a thin 7.4mm profile, a 4,450mAh battery, a 5MP rear camera, and an IR blaster that functions as a universal remote. Pros include its lightweight, comfortable design and vibrant display; however, cons include an aging processor that struggles with 3D gaming, lower pixel density compared to newer rivals, and speakers that are easily muffled when held in landscape mode.

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