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Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Lite WiFi (1GB + 8GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£130RAM capacity:1 GBInternal storage:8 GBScreen size:7 inchesChipset:Marvell PXA986

Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Lite WiFi (1GB + 8GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 15 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Lite WiFi (1GB + 8GB)
5.4/10

Overall score

Score
5.4/ 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%

4.5

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

4.5

Reviews score

10%

4.5

Sentiment score

â–¼Worse than 99% of tablets
6.7

Value for money

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

70%

5.4

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

â–¼Worse than 93%
4.5

Technical score

Technical score
4.5/ 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 99% of models
Score components

22%

4.1

Performance

20%

4.2

Display

16%

4.5

Camera

14%

2.8

Battery

12%

5.6

Connectivity

8%

6.0

Software

5%

6.7

Design

3%

3.9

Audio

â–¼Worse than 99%
4.5

Reviews score

Reviews score
4.5/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models

4.5

Mark 6.9 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

6.6

Average grade

20%

8.1

Popularity

Grades by review (15)
2 reviews: 0 with a printed score, 2 estimated from the review. 13 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 99%
?

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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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 Lite WiFi (1GB + 8GB)

Based on 2 · 17

Reviewers find it fine for everyday tasks with a pleasant design, but widely criticise the dull, low-quality display.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
Pick a topic to see who said what

What owners say about the Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Lite WiFi (1GB + 8GB)

Based on 247 owners sharing their experience in online comments

34%positive13%mixed53%negative

Owners cherish its childhood memories and lasting service, but sluggish performance and aging software cause the most frustration.

What owners dislike

  • Owners report lag and freezing with several apps open and slow unlocking; one trick is closing a stuttering app and reopening it.49
  • Custom installs often fail: Odin may not detect the tablet, installs show error 7 or 20, or it sticks on the Samsung logo.41
  • The tablet stays on old Android 4.x, so updates fail and some apps, like PUBG Lite, say the device is no longer compatible.18
  • Owners say games like PUBG Lite, Roblox and MOBA titles lag or drop to about 30 fps.14
  • Owners say the battery drains very fast, charges slowly or stops at about 70 to 77 percent, and sometimes causes restarts.12
  • Storage fills fast on the small internal memory, and the tablet slows down as it gets full; owners move apps to an SD card.8
  • Some units stop turning on after several years, or keep restarting, and one owner's battery had died.8
  • The screen cracks or breaks after drops, such as falling on the floor or stairs, and can then show glitchy colors.6
  • The tablet has no front camera, and on some custom software the camera does not work.6
  • Wi-Fi may connect but give no internet, drop out on custom software, or only get a signal when placed close to the modem.4

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

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Technical Specifications of tablet Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Lite WiFi (1GB + 8GB)

Technical score
Technical score
4.5/ 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 99% of models
Score components:

22%

4.1

Performance

20%

4.2

Display

16%

4.5

Camera

14%

2.8

Battery

12%

5.6

Connectivity

8%

6.0

Software

5%

6.7

Design

3%

3.9

Audio

4.5
Reviews score
4.5
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
6.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
Score components:

70%

5.4

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

6.7
RAM capacity
1 GB
Market range: <1 GB – >8 GB
This tablet has 1 GB of RAM, which is less than 78% of tablets and equal to 19.1% of tablets.
Process node
40 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 40 nm process, which is larger than 86.9% of tablets and equal to 8% of tablets.
Internal storage
8 GB
Market range: <16 GB – >256 GB
This tablet has 8 GB of internal storage, which is less than 93.6% of tablets and equal to 4.8% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
?
Chipset
Marvell PXA986
This tablet runs on Marvell PXA986, which is less advanced than 97.5% of tablets and equal to 0.6% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Screen resolution
1024×600
This tablet has a 1024×600 screen, which is less sharp than 92.8% of tablets and equal to 6.2% 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
170 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 170 ppi, which is lower than 76.5% of tablets and equal to 4.7% of tablets.
Display glass type
Aluminosilicate Glass
This tablet protects its screen with Aluminosilicate Glass, which is less durable than 58% of tablets and the same as 7% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical stabilisation. 0.4% of tablets offer this.
Main camera megapixels
2 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a rear camera with 2 MP resolution, which is lower than 93.6% of tablets and equal to 5.6% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
N/A
Main camera aperture
f/2.6
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/2.6, which is narrower than 87.6% of tablets and equal to 2% 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
3,600 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 3,600 mAh battery capacity, which is smaller than 91.9% of tablets and equal to 0.1% of tablets.
Charging speed
10 W
Market range: <10 W – >45 W
This tablet charges at 10 W, which is slower than 60.9% of tablets and equal to 33.3% of tablets.
Battery life
8 hours
Market range: <7 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
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
310 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 310 g, which is lighter than 90.4% of tablets and equal to 1.7% 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
1
Market range: <2 – >4
This tablet includes 1 speakers, which is fewer than in 90.3% of tablets and equal to the number in 9.6% 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 Lite WiFi (1GB + 8GB) vs the average tablet

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  • 36.7% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (310 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    310 g vs 490 g
  • 53.8% faster GPU clock
    This tablet runs its GPU faster than the average tablet (1,000 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet runs its GPU at 650 MHz.
    1,000 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • 58.9 mm narrower
    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
  • 2x cheaper
    Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Lite WiFi (1GB + 8GB) is cheaper than the average tablet (£130 vs £260).
    £130 vs £260
  • 2x cheaper
    Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Lite WiFi (1GB + 8GB) is cheaper than the average tablet (£130 vs £260).
    £130 vs £260
  • 53.8% faster GPU clock
    This tablet runs its GPU faster than the average tablet (1,000 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet runs its GPU at 650 MHz.
    1,000 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • 36.7% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (310 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    310 g vs 490 g
  • 58.9 mm narrower
    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
  • 35.7% lower review score
    Reviews score
    4.5/ 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 99% of models

    4.5

    Mark 6.9 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    6.6

    Average grade

    20%

    8.1

    Popularity

    Grades by review (15)
    2 reviews: 0 with a printed score, 2 estimated from the review. 13 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.
    4.5 vs 7.0
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 6 MP lower rear resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution rear camera than the average tablet (2 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a rear camera of 8 MP.
    2 MP vs 8 MP
  • 3 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM than the average tablet (1 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    1 GB vs 4 GB
  • Less sharp display
    This tablet has a less sharp screen than the average tablet (1024×600 vs 1920×1200).
    1,024×600 vs 1,920×1,200
  • 45.5% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a smaller battery capacity than the average tablet (3,600 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    3,600 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • 35.7% lower review score
    Reviews score
    4.5/ 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 99% of models

    4.5

    Mark 6.9 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    6.6

    Average grade

    20%

    8.1

    Popularity

    Grades by review (15)
    2 reviews: 0 with a printed score, 2 estimated from the review. 13 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.
    4.5 vs 7.0
  • 40.0% lower sentiment score
    4.5 vs 7.5
  • 12.5% worse value for money
    Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Lite WiFi (1GB + 8GB) has worse value for money than the average tablet (6.71 vs 7.6).
    6.71 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
  • 3 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM than the average tablet (1 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    1 GB vs 4 GB
  • 40% lower CPU speed
    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
    This tablet has a larger process node than the average tablet (40 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet is built on 14 nm.
    40 nm vs 14 nm
  • More basic graphics
    This tablet has less advanced graphics than the average tablet (Vivante GC1000 vs Mali-G51).
    Vivante GC1000 vs Mali-G51
  • 87.5% less internal storage
    This tablet has less internal storage than the average tablet (8 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    8 GB vs 64 GB
  • 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.
  • 800 MHz slower RAM speed
    This tablet has a lower RAM speed than the average tablet (1,066 MHz vs 1,866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1,866 MHz.
    1,066 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • More basic memory type
    This tablet uses less advanced memory than the average tablet (LPDDR2 vs LPDDR3).
    LPDDR2 vs LPDDR3
  • 5 years older
    This tablet was released earlier than the average tablet (2014 vs 2019). The average tablet was released in 2019.
    February 2014
    2014 vs 2019
  • 2 fewer GPU execution units
    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
  • More basic chipset
    This tablet has a less advanced chipset than the average tablet (Marvell PXA986 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Marvell PXA986 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 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
  • Less sharp display
    This tablet has a less sharp screen than the average tablet (1024×600 vs 1920×1200).
    1,024×600 vs 1,920×1,200
  • 3.1 inches smaller screen
    This tablet has a smaller screen than the average tablet (7 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    7 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 132 nits dimmer screen
    This tablet is dimmer than the average tablet (269 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    269 nits vs 401 nits
  • 23.1% softer screen detail
    This tablet has softer screen detail than the average tablet (170 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    170 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • Less durable glass
    This tablet has less durable glass than the average tablet (Aluminosilicate Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass). The average tablet uses Corning Gorilla Glass.
    Aluminosilicate Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • 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
  • 6 MP lower rear resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution rear camera than the average tablet (2 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a rear camera of 8 MP.
    2 MP vs 8 MP
  • Worse main-camera video
    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
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • No tap-to-focus
    This tablet does not support touch autofocus, while the average tablet does. 83% of tablets support touch autofocus.
  • No manual exposure control
    This tablet does not support manual exposure, while the average tablet does. 63.6% of tablets support manual exposure.
  • 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.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This tablet has a narrower main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.6 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's main camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.6 vs f/2.2
  • No backside-illuminated sensor
    This tablet does not have a BSI sensor, while the average tablet does. 52.6% of tablets have a BSI sensor.
  • No timelapse video
    This tablet does not support timelapse video, while the average tablet does. 57.5% of tablets support timelapse video.
  • 45.5% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a smaller battery capacity than the average tablet (3,600 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    3,600 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • No fast charging
    This tablet does not support fast charging, while the average tablet does. 56.8% of tablets support fast charging.
  • 2 hours shorter battery life
    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
    This tablet charges slower than the average tablet (10 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    10 W vs 18 W
  • No USB-C port
    This tablet does not have a USB Type-C port, while the average tablet does. 54% of tablets have one.
  • Older Wi-Fi standard
    This tablet has an older Wi-Fi standard than the average tablet (Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)).
    Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This tablet has an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (4 vs 5).
    4 vs 5
  • Fewer Wi-Fi bands
    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
    This tablet does not have face recognition, the average tablet does. 56.4% of tablets support face recognition.
  • No Ethernet support
    This tablet does not have Ethernet support, the average tablet does. 76.5% of tablets support Ethernet.
  • Shorter update support
    This tablet offers shorter update support than the average tablet (short vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    short vs medium
  • No split-screen
    This tablet does not support split-screen, the average tablet does. 72.8% of tablets support split-screen.
  • No picture-in-picture mode
    This tablet does not support picture-in-picture, the average tablet does. 61.4% of tablets support picture-in-picture.
  • No camera and mic privacy
    This tablet does not support camera and mic privacy, while the average tablet does. 56.6% of tablets offer this.
  • No multi-user mode
    User score
    8.1/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average of independent expert reviews and videos, graded by us; missing reviews count as 7/10.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how independent test sites and video reviewers rate the product in real use.
    Score distribution
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    â–¼
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    Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Lite WiFi
    the average tablet
    Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Lite WiFi (1GB + 8GB) does not support multi-user mode, while the average tablet does. 73.8% 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.
  • 1.7 mm thicker
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (9.7 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    9.7 mm vs 8 mm
  • 1 fewer speakers
    This tablet has less speakers than the average tablet (1 vs 2). The average tablet has 2 speakers.
    1 vs 2

Video reviews

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

5.0
USNMix
≈ estimated
11/02/2026
Verdict review · hardware and niche use cases
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Lite WiFi is only worth it for very specific niche uses, not for most buyers in 2026.
3.0
CHANNEL RAMBLE
≈ estimated
15/09/2025
Hands-on review · app, game and console tests
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Lite WiFi fails with most apps and websites, so it is not recommended, though old console games run.
7.8
Tablet-News.com
✓ explicit
10/03/2014
Full review · design, hardware, apps and battery
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Lite WiFi is decent for the price, but the weak screen and overheating hold it back.
6.0
The YouTube Tech Guy
≈ estimated
02/03/2014
Hands-on review · gaming tests
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Lite WiFi plays light games acceptably, but demanding titles struggle and the screen looks dull.
4.0
Ruben's Tech
≈ estimated
28/01/2022
Camera test · rear camera photos and video, front camera use
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Lite WiFi's camera results are grainy and soft, and the missing front camera is a real drawback.
7.0
Maniak
≈ estimated
16/05/2021
Long-term test · one week as daily driver
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Lite WiFi is not usable as a daily device, but it is fine for retro gaming and music.
4.0
Interged
≈ estimated
03/12/2014
Hands-on review · battery, display, software and camera tests
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Lite WiFi is hard to recommend; it is only worth buying at a good deal, as other budget tablets are better.
7.0
The YouTube Tech Guy
≈ estimated
03/03/2014
Short review · sound, display and price verdict
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Lite WiFi is decent for basic users at this price, but better tablets exist if you want more.
5.0
The YouTube Tech Guy
≈ estimated
25/02/2014
Benchmark test · CPU and graphics scores
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Lite WiFi is entry-level hardware, clearly behind current devices in processor and graphics performance.
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6.0
quechoisir.org
≈ estimated
20/05/2014
Consumer test · Budget 7-inch tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Lite is an easy, good-value 7-inch tablet for reading, browsing and email, but its weak processor and small free storage limit it.
7.0
smartworld.it
≈ estimated
17/03/2014
Hands-on test · Budget 7-inch tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Lite WiFi is a well-built, long-lasting 7-inch tablet for the money, but its weak screen and missing front camera hold it back.

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What customers like about Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Lite WiFi (1GB + 8GB)

  • Affordable price point, often cited as a 'great value for the money'.
  • Compact and lightweight 7-inch design that fits easily into purses or small bags for travel.
  • User-friendly interface that is easy for beginners, seniors, and young children to navigate.
  • Good battery life for basic tasks like web browsing and casual gaming.
  • Includes a microSD card slot for expanding the limited internal 8GB of storage.
  • Useful 'Kids Mode' and parental controls that make it a popular choice for parents.

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

  • Complete lack of a front-facing camera, making video calls through apps like Skype impossible.
  • Slow performance and lag, especially when switching between applications or playing high-end games.
  • Limited 8GB internal storage quickly fills up with apps and updates.
  • Lower-resolution display with poor viewing angles compared to more premium tablets.
  • Outdated software (Android 4.2) that may no longer support many modern applications.
  • Rear speaker placement can result in muffled sound when the device is laid flat.

Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Lite WiFi is an entry-level 7-inch tablet featuring a 1024x600 resolution TFT display and a 1.2 GHz dual-core processor paired with 1GB of RAM and 8GB of internal storage, expandable up to 32GB via microSD. Weighing 310 grams with a 9.7mm thin profile, it is designed for portability and comfortable one-handed use, supported by a 3,600mAh battery that offers up to 8 hours of video playback. Main pros include its lightweight and compact build, reliable brand software with TouchWiz UI, and a dedicated Kids Mode, making it a popular choice for beginners or young children. However, the device has notable cons, such as the complete lack of a front-facing camera, a relatively low-resolution screen with limited viewing angles, and restricted internal storage for modern applications.

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