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Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 7.0 3G (5GB + 8GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£180RAM capacity:1.5 GBInternal storage:8 GBScreen size:7 inchesChipset:Marvell PXA1088

Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 7.0 3G (5GB + 8GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 20 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

5.6/10

Overall score

Score
5.6/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 97% of models
Score components

35%

4.8

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

4.8

Reviews score

10%

4.8

Sentiment score

▼Worse than 97% of tablets
6.8

Value for money

Value for money
6.8/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 91% of models
Score components

70%

5.6

Overall score

30%

9.6

Price

▼Worse than 91%
4.8

Technical score

Technical score
4.8/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 93% of models
Score components

22%

4.1

Performance

20%

4.2

Display

16%

5.1

Camera

14%

3.7

Battery

12%

6.4

Connectivity

8%

6.9

Software

5%

6.8

Design

3%

3.9

Audio

▼Worse than 93%
4.8

Reviews score

Reviews score
4.8/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 95% of models

4.8

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

80%

6.8

Average grade

20%

8.4

Popularity

Grades by review (20)
6 reviews: 5 with a printed score, 1 estimated from the review. 14 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.
▼Worse than 95%
?

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~ £180
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 4 7.0 3G (5GB + 8GB)

Based on 6 · 15

Reviewers like the light, compact size and long battery life, but most find performance sluggish and the cameras disappointing.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
Pick a topic to see who said what

What owners say about the Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 7.0 3G (5GB + 8GB)

Based on 200 owners sharing their experience in online comments

40%positive14%mixed46%negative

Owners praise its lasting usefulness and clear screen, while slow performance, limited storage, and outdated software frustrate many.

What owners dislike

  • Owners say the interface often lags, even when scrolling menus, and it can feel slow after a few months of use.21
  • Owners say demanding games such as Asphalt 8, Minecraft and Spider-Man lag, freeze or show distorted graphics.21
  • Owners find the 8 GB internal storage fills quickly, and many apps cannot be moved to or installed on the microSD card.15
  • Outdated software limits apps and updates14
  • Owners report the battery takes very long to charge, sometimes stalls at a percentage, and some tablets stop turning on.10
  • Owners report the screen turning red or tinted, cracking under pressure, or showing glitches and discoloration over time.10
  • Owners say the rear camera is blurry and dark and the front camera does not work well in video apps like Skype.9
  • Owners say the volume is very low, sound drops when headphones are connected, and some lose sound in one ear or after a drop.9
  • Owners report apps freezing, crashing or stopping responding, especially in Facebook, Instagram and some games.5
  • Owners say the touchscreen sometimes registers taps in the wrong spot or zooms in unexpectedly while playing games.4

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

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Technical Specifications of tablet Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 7.0 3G (5GB + 8GB)

Technical score
Technical score
4.8/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 93% of models
Score components:

22%

4.1

Performance

20%

4.2

Display

16%

5.1

Camera

14%

3.7

Battery

12%

6.4

Connectivity

8%

6.9

Software

5%

6.8

Design

3%

3.9

Audio

4.8
Reviews score
4.8
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
6.8/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 91% of models
Score components:

70%

5.6

Overall score

30%

9.6

Price

6.8
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
28 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 28 nm process, which is larger than 65.1% of tablets and equal to 17.6% 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 PXA1088
This tablet runs on Marvell PXA1088, which is less advanced than 97.3% of tablets and equal to 0.2% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Screen resolution
1280×800
This tablet has a 1280×800 screen, which is less sharp than 68.1% of tablets and equal to 21.7% of tablets.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >120 Hz
This tablet has a 60 Hz screen, which is smoother than 0.1% of tablets and equal to 73.4% of tablets.
Display type
TFT LCD
This tablet uses a TFT LCD display type. 89.9% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
216 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 216 ppi, which is lower than 52% of tablets and equal to 3.7% 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
3.15 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a rear camera with 3.15 MP resolution, which is lower than 89.8% of tablets and equal to 2.6% 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/2.6
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
4,000 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 4,000 mAh battery capacity, which is smaller than 84.6% of tablets and equal to 4.5% 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
10 hours
Market range: <7 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 10 hours, which is longer than that of 39.1% of tablets and equal to that of 20.5% 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
yes
This tablet has built-in LTE. 57.1% of tablets offer this.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This tablet connects to Wi-Fi. 0.2% of tablets offer this.
GPS
yes
This tablet has built-in GPS. 17.1% of tablets offer this.
5G connectivity
no
This tablet does not support 5G. 8.1% of tablets offer this.
NFC
no
This tablet does not include NFC. 10.8% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
Android
This tablet uses the Android operating system, which is more advanced than the one used by 23.2%.
Update support duration
short
This tablet offers short update support, which is shorter than the support period of 52.4% of tablets and equal to that of 47.6% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
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
276 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 276 g, which is lighter than 97.2% 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
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 4 7.0 3G (5GB + 8GB) vs the average tablet

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  • 43.7% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (276 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    276 g vs 490 g
  • Supports LTE
    This tablet supports LTE, while the average tablet does not. 42.9% of tablets support LTE.
  • Supports cellular data
    This tablet supports cellular data, while the average tablet does not. 47.4% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports slow-motion video
    This tablet supports slow-motion recording, while the average tablet does not. 37.3% of tablets support slow-motion recording.
  • 67.4 mm narrower
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (107.9 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    107.9 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
  • Supports slow-motion video
    This tablet supports slow-motion recording, while the average tablet does not. 37.3% of tablets support slow-motion recording.
  • Supports LTE
    This tablet supports LTE, while the average tablet does not. 42.9% of tablets support LTE.
  • Supports cellular data
    This tablet supports cellular data, while the average tablet does not. 47.4% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports HDMI output
    This tablet supports HDMI output, while the average tablet does not. 49.8% of tablets offer this.
    via MHL adapter
  • 43.7% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (276 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    276 g vs 490 g
  • 67.4 mm narrower
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (107.9 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    107.9 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • 31.4% lower review score
    Reviews score
    4.8/ 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
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▼ Worse than 95% of models

    4.8

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

    80%

    6.8

    Average grade

    20%

    8.4

    Popularity

    Grades by review (20)
    6 reviews: 5 with a printed score, 1 estimated from the review. 14 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.
    4.8 vs 7.0
  • 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.
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (4 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    4 vs 8
  • 4.85 MP lower rear resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution rear camera than the average tablet (3.2 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a rear camera of 8 MP.
    3.15 MP vs 8 MP
  • 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.
  • 31.4% lower review score
    Reviews score
    4.8/ 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
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▼ Worse than 95% of models

    4.8

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

    80%

    6.8

    Average grade

    20%

    8.4

    Popularity

    Grades by review (20)
    6 reviews: 5 with a printed score, 1 estimated from the review. 14 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.
    4.8 vs 7.0
  • 36.0% lower sentiment score
    4.8 vs 7.5
  • 10.7% worse value for money
    Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 7.0 3G (5GB + 8GB) has worse value for money than the average tablet (6.82 vs 7.6).
    6.82 vs 7.55
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (4 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    4 vs 8
  • 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
  • 2.5 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 2x larger process node
    This tablet has a larger process node than the average tablet (28 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet is built on 14 nm.
    28 nm vs 14 nm
  • 78.5% less memory bandwidth
    This tablet has less memory bandwidth than the average tablet (3.2 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has 14.9 GB/s of memory bandwidth.
    3.2 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • 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.
  • 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.
    May 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 PXA1088 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Marvell PXA1088 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 27 nits dimmer screen
    This tablet is dimmer than the average tablet (374 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    374 nits vs 401 nits
  • Less vivid contrast
    This tablet has less contrast than the average tablet (914:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    914:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 26 nits lower typical brightness
    This tablet has a lower typical brightness than the average tablet (374 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    374 nits vs 400 nits
  • 50% slower touch response
    This tablet samples touch more slowly than the average tablet (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average tablet samples touch at 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 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
  • 4.85 MP lower rear resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution rear camera than the average tablet (3.2 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a rear camera of 8 MP.
    3.15 MP vs 8 MP
  • No continuous video AF
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • Worse main-camera video
    This tablet supports worse main-camera video recording than the average tablet (720x30 fps vs 1080x30 fps). The average tablet supports 1080x30 fps main-camera video recording.
    720x30 fps vs 1080x30 fps
  • No tap-to-focus
    This tablet does not support touch autofocus, while the average tablet does. 83% of tablets support touch autofocus.
  • 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 fast charging
    This tablet does not support fast charging, while the average tablet does. 56.8% of tablets support fast charging.
  • 39.4% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a smaller battery capacity than the average tablet (4,000 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    4,000 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)
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This tablet has an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (4 vs 5).
    4 vs 5
  • No face recognition
    This tablet does not have face recognition, the average tablet does. 56.4% of tablets support face recognition.
  • 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.
  • 1 mm thicker
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (9 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    9 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

8.0
Radomir Stankiewicz
≈ estimated
20/07/2023
Personal nostalgia review · streaming and media tests
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 7.0 3G works well for movies and streaming, though it needed older apps.
5.0
Ryan
✓ explicit
09/01/2015
Hands-on review · speed, screen and app tests
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 7.0 3G is disappointing overall: slow and frustrating, though the screen and sound are fine.
8.0
lmull3
≈ estimated
01/10/2014
Hands-on review · media, games and SD card use
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 7.0 3G is a good, versatile tablet for light use, and mainly recommended for less demanding users.
6.0
PhoneArena
≈ estimated
06/06/2014
Hands-on review · performance, battery and camera tests
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 7.0 3G would be an excellent deal, but sluggish performance keeps it short of smooth.
6.0
Android Authority
≈ estimated
14/05/2014
Hands-on review · build, performance, camera and battery
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 7.0 3G is a solid small tablet, but the price is steep and rivals offer more.
7.0
DetroitBORG
≈ estimated
07/05/2014
Unboxing and review · performance, camera and speaker tests
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 7.0 3G is much better than last year's model and worth considering if the price drops.
4.0
itechcenter
≈ estimated
06/11/2025
Hands-on review · boot, app and battery tests
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 7.0 3G is too slow and outdated for 2025, only worth it as a nostalgia project.
6.0
ReviewLamp
≈ estimated
03/12/2014
Hands-on review · screen, battery, browsing and camera
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 7.0 3G is a decent 7-inch tablet, but only worth it at a big discount.
6.0
TechVideo
≈ estimated
02/07/2014
First look · short hands-on with camera and browser tests
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 7.0 3G makes a decent first impression, but it feels slightly slow and better rivals exist at this price.
6.0
The YouTube Tech Guy
≈ estimated
11/05/2014
Benchmark test · Antutu scores and device comparisons
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 7.0 3G has unimpressive benchmark results, mainly because of weak graphics, though it should be enough for everyday use.
8.0
Jacob Jurilla
≈ estimated
02/05/2014
First impressions · unboxing and hardware walkthrough
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 7.0 3G feels great and competes well with the iPad Mini, and the reviewer already owns one.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

6.9
cnet.com
✓ explicit
12/11/2014
Full review · Budget 7-inch tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab 4 7.0 is a fine budget tablet for web, reading and casual games, but the older Nexus 7 is a better buy.
6.0
pcmag.com
✓ explicit
24/07/2014
Full review · Compact 7-inch tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab 4 7.0 is a smooth, compact tablet for longtime Samsung fans, but it doesn't offer enough over cheaper rivals like the Nexus 7.
6.0
au.pcmag.com
✓ explicit
23/07/2014
Full review · Compact 7-inch tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab 4 7.0 is a smooth, compact tablet that suits loyal Samsung users, yet it's hard to recommend over cheaper rivals such as the Nexus 7.
6.0
androidauthority.com
≈ estimated
14/05/2014
Hands-on review · Compact 7-inch tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab 4 7.0 is a sturdy, long-lasting small tablet whose price is a little steep, so wait for a sale or pick the Nexus 7.
6.2
01net.com
✓ explicit
15/07/2014
Full review · Budget 7-inch tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab 4 7.0 is a light tablet with strong battery life for web browsing, but its weak screen and camera are its main drawbacks.
5.0
tweakers.net
✓ explicit
10/08/2014
Full review · Entry-level 7-inch tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab 4 7.0 is a slow budget tablet with long battery life and expandable storage, but at this price it isn't worth buying.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 7.0 3G (5GB + 8GB)

  • Compact and lightweight design, making it highly portable and comfortable for one-handed use.
  • Solid build quality for a budget device, featuring a sturdy plastic unibody design.
  • Useful software features like Multi Window for multitasking and an IR blaster for TV remote functionality.
  • Expandable storage via a microSD card slot, which is essential given the low internal memory.
  • Reliable battery life for basic tasks like web browsing and reading.

What customers don't like about Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 7.0 3G (5GB + 8GB)

  • Limited internal storage (typically 8GB), with nearly half occupied by pre-installed system software.
  • Noticeable performance lag and sluggishness, particularly during gaming or when multiple apps are open.
  • Mediocre screen resolution (1280x800) with desaturated colors that can be difficult to see in direct sunlight.
  • Poor camera quality on both front and rear sensors, resulting in grainy, low-detail photos.
  • Weak and tinny rear-facing speaker that is easily muffled when holding the device in landscape mode.
  • Lacks support for USB OTG (On-The-Go), preventing the use of most external USB peripherals.

Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 7.0 3G (SM-T231) is a 2014-era compact tablet featuring a 7-inch WXGA TFT display with a resolution of 1280 x 800 pixels. It is powered by a 1.2GHz quad-core processor and 1.5GB of RAM, offering 8GB of internal storage expandable via microSD up to 32GB or 64GB depending on the regional variant. Key characteristics include 3G HSPA+ cellular connectivity for data and voice calls, a 3.15MP rear camera, a 1.3MP front camera, and a 4,000mAh battery housed in a portable 276g body with a textured back. Main pros are its lightweight, one-handed design, a clear and decent-quality screen for reading, and user-friendly software features like Multi Window multitasking. However, notable cons include sluggish performance under heavy workloads, limited available internal storage for apps, a lack of camera autofocus and flash, and a single rear-firing speaker that can sound tinny or be easily muffled.

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