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Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Lite 3G (1GB + 8GB) Review | 168 Data compared

Avg. price:~£110RAM capacity:1 GBInternal storage:8 GBScreen size:7 inchesChipset:Marvell PXA986

Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Lite 3G (1GB + 8GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

4.8

Overall score

Score
4.8/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 96% of models
Score components

90%

4.4

Technical score

10%

7.9

User score

▼Worse than 96% of tablets
4.4

Technical score

Technical score
4.4/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components

22%

4.0

Performance

20%

3.9

Display

16%

4.4

Camera

14%

2.8

Battery

12%

6.2

Connectivity

8%

6.0

Software & Features

5%

6.5

Design

3%

3.9

Audio & Multimedia

▼Worse than 99% of tablets
7.9

User score

User score
7.9/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 65% of models
Score components

70%

8.4

User ratings

30%

6.9

Number of reviews

Based on 271 buyer reviews from online shops.
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How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
▼Worse than 65% of tablets
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Technical Specifications of tablet Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Lite 3G (1GB + 8GB)

Technical score
Technical score
4.4/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components:

22%

4.0

Performance

20%

3.9

Display

16%

4.4

Camera

14%

2.8

Battery

12%

6.2

Connectivity

8%

6.0

Software & Features

5%

6.5

Design

3%

3.9

Audio & Multimedia

4.4
User score
User score
7.9/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 65% of models
Score components

70%

8.4

User ratings

30%

6.9

Number of reviews

Based on 271 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
7.9
Popularity
Popularity
6.9/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 68% of models
Popularity:
Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Lite 3G (1GB + 8GB) has a user popularity of 6.9 points, which is lower than 68.5% of Tablets.
6.9
Value for money
Value for money
6.3/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 87% of models
Score components:

60%

4.8

Overall score

40%

9.9

Price

6.3
RAM capacity
1 GB
RAM capacity
1 GB
▼ 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
28 nm
Process node
28 nm
▼ Worse than 65% of models
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 28 nm process node, which is larger than the node size used in 64.7% of tablets and equal to the node used in 17.8% of tablets.
Internal storage
8 GB
Internal storage
8 GB
▼ Worse than 94% of models
Market range: <0 GB – >250 GB
This tablet has an internal storage capacity of 8 GB which is smaller than the storage of 93.5% of tablets and equal to that of 4.9% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
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Chipset
Marvell PXA986
Chipset
Marvell PXA986
▼ 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
1024×600
Screen resolution
1024×600
▼ Worse than 93% of models
This tablet has a screen resolution of 1024×600 which is lower than that of 92.8% of tablets and equal to that of 6.2% of tablets.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Refresh rate
60 Hz
▼ 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
▼ Worse than 90% of models
This tablet uses a TFT LCD display type. 89.9% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
170 ppi
Pixel density
170 ppi
▼ Worse than 76% of models
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 170 ppi which is lower than that of 76.5% of tablets and equal to that of 4.8% of tablets.
Display glass type
Aluminosilicate Glass
Display glass type
Aluminosilicate Glass
▼ Worse than 58% of models
This tablet uses Aluminosilicate Glass display glass which is weaker than that on 58% of tablets and equal to that on 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
2 MP
Main camera megapixels
2 MP
▼ Worse than 94% of models
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a main camera resolution of 2 MP which is lower than that of 93.5% of tablets and equal to that of 5.6% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
N/A
Main camera aperture
f/2.6
Main camera aperture
f/2.6
▼ Worse than 88% of models
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/2.6 which is narrower than that of 87.5% of tablets and equal to that of 2% of tablets.
Optical zoom
1xxx
Optical zoom
1xx
▲ 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
3,600 mAh
Battery capacity
3,600 mAh
▼ Worse than 92% of models
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has a battery capacity of 3,600 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 91.8% of tablets and equal to those in 0.1% of tablets.
Charging speed
10 W
Charging speed
10 W
▼ 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
▼ 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
▼ 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
▼ 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
▲ 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
▲ Better than 17% of models
This tablet supports GPS. 17.3% of tablets include GPS functionality.
5G connectivity
no
5G connectivity
no
▼ Worse than 11% of models
This tablet does not support 5G connectivity. 11.1% of tablets support 5G.
NFC
no
NFC
no
▼ 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
▲ 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
short
Update support duration
short
▼ Worse than 53% of models
This tablet offers short update support, which is shorter than the support period of 52.7% of tablets and equal to that of 47.3% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
yes
Direct OS updates
yes
▲ 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
▼ 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
▼ 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
▼ 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
322 g
Weight
322 g
▲ Better than 88% of models
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 322 g which is lighter than 88.4% of tablets and equal to the weight of 0.1% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
Backlit keyboard
no
▼ 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
▲ 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
▼ 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
▼ Worse than 7% of models
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this codec.
Dolby Atmos support
no
Dolby Atmos support
no
▼ Worse than 31% of models
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.5% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
1
N. of speakers
1
▼ Worse than 90% of models
Market range: <1 – >6
This tablet includes 1 speakers, which is fewer than in 90.2% of tablets and equal to the number in 9.6% of tablets.
FM radio
no
FM radio
no
▼ 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 Lite 3G (1GB + 8GB) vs the average tablet

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  • 34.3% lighter
    Weight
    322 g
    ▲ Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <315 g – >730 g
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (322 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    322 g vs 490 g
  • 53.8% faster GPU clock
    GPU frequency
    1,000 MHz
    ▲ Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <311 MHz – >1.1k MHz
    This tablet has a higher GPU frequency than the average tablet (1000 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet has GPU frequency of 650 MHz.
    1,000 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • 58.9 mm narrower
    Width
    116.4 mm
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <123.8 mm – >274 mm
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (116.4 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    116.4 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • 2.36x cheaper
    Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Lite 3G (1GB + 8GB) is cheaper than the average tablet (£110 vs £260).
    £110 vs £260
  • Designed for kids
    Designed for kids
    yes
    ▲ Better than 76% of models
    This tablet is suitable for kids, the average tablet is not. 23.7% of tablets are suitable for kids.
  • 2.36x cheaper
    Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Lite 3G (1GB + 8GB) is cheaper than the average tablet (£110 vs £260).
    £110 vs £260
  • 53.8% faster GPU clock
    GPU frequency
    1,000 MHz
    ▲ Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <311 MHz – >1.1k MHz
    This tablet has a higher GPU frequency than the average tablet (1000 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet has GPU frequency of 650 MHz.
    1,000 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • 34.3% lighter
    Weight
    322 g
    ▲ Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <315 g – >730 g
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (322 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    322 g vs 490 g
  • 58.9 mm narrower
    Width
    116.4 mm
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <123.8 mm – >274 mm
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (116.4 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    116.4 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • Designed for kids
    Designed for kids
    yes
    ▲ Better than 76% of models
    This tablet is suitable for kids, the average tablet is not. 23.7% of tablets are suitable for kids.
  • Inferior display type
    Display type
    TFT LCD
    ▼ 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
    ▼ 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.
  • 6 MP lower main camera megapixels
    Main camera megapixels
    2 MP
    ▼ Worse than 94% of models
    Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
    This tablet has a lower-resolution main camera than the average tablet (2 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a 8 MP main camera.
    2 MP vs 8 MP
  • 3 GB less RAM
    RAM capacity
    1 GB
    ▼ 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
  • Lower screen resolution
    Screen resolution
    1024×600
    ▼ Worse than 93% of models
    This tablet has a lower screen resolution than the average tablet (1024×600 vs 1920×1200). The average tablet has a resolution of 1920×1200.
    1024×600 vs 1920×1200
  • 45.3% smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    3,600 mAh
    ▼ Worse than 92% of models
    Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
    This tablet has a lower battery capacity than the average tablet (3600 mAh vs 6580 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6580 mAh.
    3,600 mAh vs 6,580 mAh
  • Shorter update support
    Update support duration
    short
    ▼ Worse than 53% of models
    This tablet offers shorter update support than the average tablet (short vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    short vs medium
  • Worse main-camera video
    Video recording (main camera)
    480 x 24 fps
    ▼ Worse than 96% of models
    This tablet supports worse main-camera video recording than the average tablet (480x24 fps vs 1080x30 fps). The average tablet supports 1080x30 fps main-camera video recording.
    480x24 fps vs 1080x30 fps
  • 12% worse value for money
    Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Lite 3G (1GB + 8GB) has worse value for money than the average tablet (6.34 vs 7.1).
    6.34 vs 7.1
  • 3 GB less RAM
    RAM capacity
    1 GB
    ▼ 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
    ▼ 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
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    CPU threads
    2
    ▼ 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
  • Worse GPU
    GPU model
    Vivante GC1000
    ▼ Worse than 82% of models
    This tablet uses the Vivante GC1000 GPU, while the average tablet uses the stronger Mali-G51. GPU choice is one of the main performance differences between tablets.
    Vivante GC1000 vs Mali-G51
  • 87.5% less storage
    Internal storage
    8 GB
    ▼ Worse than 94% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >250 GB
    This tablet has less internal storage than the average tablet (8 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet provides 64 GB of internal storage.
    8 GB vs 64 GB
  • 2x larger process node
    Process node
    28 nm
    ▼ Worse than 65% of models
    Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
    This tablet uses a larger process node than the average tablet (28 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet uses a process node of 14 nm.
    28 nm vs 14 nm
  • 78.5% lower memory bandwidth
    Memory bandwidth
    3.2 GB/s
    ▼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <4.26 GB/s – >60 GB/s
    This tablet has a lower memory bandwidth than the average tablet (3.2 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has memory bandwidth of 14.9 GB/s.
    3.2 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • No big.LITTLE architecture
    big.LITTLE Architecture
    no
    ▼ 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.
  • 800 MHz slower RAM speed
    RAM speed
    1,066 MHz
    ▼ Worse than 73% of models
    Market range: <800 MHz – >6.4k MHz
    This tablet has a lower RAM speed than the average tablet (1066 MHz vs 1866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1866 MHz.
    1,066 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • Older DDR memory version
    DDR memory version
    LPDDR2
    ▼ 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
  • 2 fewer GPU execution units
    GPU execution units
    2
    ▼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <2 – >24
    This tablet has less GPU execution units than the average tablet (2 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    2 vs 4
  • Less capable chipset
    Chipset
    Marvell PXA986
    ▼ 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
    ▼ 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
  • Lower screen resolution
    Screen resolution
    1024×600
    ▼ Worse than 93% of models
    This tablet has a lower screen resolution than the average tablet (1024×600 vs 1920×1200). The average tablet has a resolution of 1920×1200.
    1024×600 vs 1920×1200
  • 3.1 inches smaller screen size
    Screen size
    7 inches
    ▼ 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
  • 132 nits lower peak brightness
    Peak brightness
    269 nits
    ▼ Worse than 97% of models
    Market range: <320 nits – >750 nits
    This tablet has a lower peak brightness than the average tablet (269 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits peak brightness.
    269 nits vs 401 nits
  • 24.1% lower pixel density
    Pixel density
    170 ppi
    ▼ Worse than 76% of models
    Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
    This tablet has a lower pixel density than the average tablet (170 ppi vs 224 ppi). The average tablet has pixel density of 224 ppi.
    170 ppi vs 224 ppi
  • Lower contrast ratio
    Contrast ratio
    548:1
    ▼ Worse than 98% of models
    This tablet has a lower contrast ratio than the average tablet (548:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    548:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 51 ppi lower screen sharpness
    Screen sharpness
    170 ppi
    ▼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
    This tablet has a lower screen sharpness than the average tablet (170 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has screen sharpness of 221 ppi.
    170 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • Less durable display glass
    Display glass type
    Aluminosilicate Glass
    ▼ Worse than 58% of models
    This tablet uses weaker display glass than the average tablet (Aluminosilicate Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass). Display glass choice still varies across tablets.
    Aluminosilicate Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • 6 MP lower main camera megapixels
    Main camera megapixels
    2 MP
    ▼ Worse than 94% of models
    Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
    This tablet has a lower-resolution main camera than the average tablet (2 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a 8 MP main camera.
    2 MP vs 8 MP
  • Worse main-camera video
    Video recording (main camera)
    480 x 24 fps
    ▼ Worse than 96% of models
    This tablet supports worse main-camera video recording than the average tablet (480x24 fps vs 1080x30 fps). The average tablet supports 1080x30 fps main-camera video recording.
    480x24 fps vs 1080x30 fps
  • No continuous video AF
    Continuous autofocus in video
    no
    ▼ 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.
  • No touch autofocus
    Touch autofocus
    no
    ▼ Worse than 83% of models
    This tablet does not support touch autofocus, the average tablet does. 82.8% of tablets allow touch-to-focus.
  • No manual exposure control
    Manual exposure
    no
    ▼ 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
    ▼ 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 burst mode
    Serial shot / Burst mode
    no
    ▼ Worse than 61% of models
    This tablet does not support burst mode, the average tablet does. 60.5% of tablets support burst mode.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    Main camera aperture
    f/2.6
    ▼ Worse than 88% of models
    This tablet has a worse main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.6 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 main camera aperture.
    f/2.6 vs f/2.2
  • No BSI sensor
    BSI sensor
    no
    ▼ 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
    ▼ Worse than 58% of models
    This tablet does not support timelapse video, the average tablet does. 57.5% of tablets include timelapse modes.
  • 45.3% smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    3,600 mAh
    ▼ Worse than 92% of models
    Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
    This tablet has a lower battery capacity than the average tablet (3600 mAh vs 6580 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6580 mAh.
    3,600 mAh vs 6,580 mAh
  • 2 hours shorter battery life
    Battery life
    8 hours
    ▼ 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
    ▼ 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
    ▼ 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)
    ▼ 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
    ▼ 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
  • Fewer Wi-Fi bands
    Wi-Fi bands
    2.4GHz
    ▼ Worse than 86% of models
    This tablet supports fewer Wi-Fi bands than the average tablet (2.4GHz vs 2.4GHz/5GHz). The average tablet supports 2.4GHz/5GHz Wi-Fi bands.
    2.4GHz vs 2.4GHz/5GHz
  • No face recognition
    Face recognition
    no
    ▼ Worse than 56% of models
    This tablet does not have face recognition, the average tablet does. 56% of tablets support face recognition.
  • No Ethernet support
    Ethernet support
    no
    ▼ Worse than 76% of models
    This tablet does not have Ethernet support, the average tablet does. 76.3% of tablets support Ethernet.
  • Shorter update support
    Update support duration
    short
    ▼ Worse than 53% of models
    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
    Split-screen support
    no
    ▼ 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
    ▼ 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
    ▼ 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 multi-user mode
    User score
    7.9/ 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.
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    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Lite 3G
    the average tablet
    Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Lite 3G (1GB + 8GB) does not support multi-user mode, the average tablet does. 73.6% of tablets allow multiple user profiles.
  • No full-page screenshots
    Full-page screenshots
    no
    ▼ 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
    ▼ 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
    ▼ Worse than 57% of models
    This tablet does not support dark mode, the average tablet does. 57.2% of tablets have dark mode.
  • 1.7 mm thicker
    Thickness
    9.7 mm
    ▼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <6.1 mm – >11.5 mm
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (9.7 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8.0 mm thick.
    9.7 mm vs 8.0 mm
  • 5 older release date
    Release date
    2014
    ▼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This tablet is an older model than the average tablet (2014 vs 2019).
    February 2014
    2014 vs 2019
  • 1 fewer speakers
    N. of speakers
    1
    ▼ Worse than 90% of models
    Market range: <1 – >6
    This tablet has less speakers than the average tablet (1 vs 2). The average tablet has 2 speakers.
    1 vs 2

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hifitest.de
02/03/2026
Summary of the review
technische Daten Tablets - Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Lite 7.0 3G
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computerbild.de
29/07/2014
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Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 7.0 3G: Test des 140-Euro-Tablets
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hardwareluxx.de
09/09/2013
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Drei Samsung GALAXY Tab 3-Modelle im Test - Hardwareluxx
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notebookcheck.com
11/05/2024
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Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 7.0 Lite - Notebookcheck (Includes SM-T111 3G technical data and review summary)
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lesnumeriques.com
18/06/2014
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Test Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Lite 7.0, la tablette allégée
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smartworld.it
17/03/2014
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Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Lite, la recensione (foto e video)
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consumentenbond.nl
Onbekend
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Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Lite 7 VE - Test, Reviews & Prijzen Zou je meer informatie willen over de technische specificaties of hoe dit specifieke 3G-model...
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What we like about Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Lite 3G (1GB + 8GB)

  • Highly affordable and offers good value for the price
  • Portable 7-inch size is easy to carry in a purse and fits well in small hands
  • 3G connectivity (SM-T111) allows for mobile data and phone functions
  • Kid-friendly features including a dedicated Kids Mode and robust parental controls
  • Durable build quality that withstands frequent use and drops
  • Solid battery life for basic web browsing and media consumption

What we don't like about Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Lite 3G (1GB + 8GB)

  • Lack of a front-facing camera prevents video chatting and taking selfies
  • Slow performance and occasional system freezing due to 1GB RAM and dual-core processor
  • Limited 8GB internal storage fills up quickly with apps
  • Low screen resolution (1024x600) with poor viewing angles
  • Long battery charging times
  • Outdated Android software (4.2 Jellybean) that cannot be updated for modern apps

Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Lite 3G is a 7-inch entry-level tablet featuring a 1024 x 600 TFT display and a 1.2GHz dual-core processor paired with 1GB of RAM and 8GB of internal storage, which is expandable via microSD up to 32GB. Its main characteristics include 3G cellular connectivity for data and voice calls, a 3,600mAh battery providing roughly 8-9 hours of use, and a 2MP rear camera. Primary pros are its lightweight, one-handed portability and the presence of physical navigation buttons that maximize screen space. However, notable cons include the lack of a front-facing camera, a low-resolution display with poor viewing angles, and overall sluggish performance on its dated Android 4.2 Jelly Bean operating system.

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