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Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8 0 2017 WiFi (2GB + 16GB) Review | 168 Data compared

Avg. price:~£200RAM capacity:2 GBInternal storage:16 GBScreen size:8 inchesChipset:Qualcomm Snapdragon 425

Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8 0 2017 WiFi (2GB + 16GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8 0 2017 WiFi (2GB + 16GB)
6.3/10

Overall score

Score
6.3/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best Tablets on the market.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 52% of models
Score components

90%

6.0

Technical score

10%

9.1

User score

â–²Better than 52% of tablets
7.2

Value for money

Value for money
7.2/ 10
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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
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â–² Better than 52% of models
Score components

70%

6.3

Overall score

30%

9.5

Price

â–²Better than 52%
6.0

Technical score

Technical score
6.0/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare Tablets based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components

22%

5.1

Performance

20%

5.4

Display

16%

7.4

Camera

14%

5.4

Battery

12%

6.5

Connectivity

8%

7.9

Software & Features

5%

6.1

Design

3%

3.9

Audio & Multimedia

â–¼Worse than 53%
9.1

User score

User score
9.1/ 10
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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
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★ Better than 90% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

9.7

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
★Better than 90%
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Technical Specifications of tablet Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8 0 2017 WiFi (2GB + 16GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.0/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare Tablets based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
Score components:

22%

5.1

Performance

20%

5.4

Display

16%

7.4

Camera

14%

5.4

Battery

12%

6.5

Connectivity

8%

7.9

Software & Features

5%

6.1

Design

3%

3.9

Audio & Multimedia

6.0
User score
User score
9.1/ 10
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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
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★ Better than 90% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

9.7

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
9.1
Popularity
Popularity
9.7/ 10
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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
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★ Better than 90% of models
Popularity:
Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8 0 2017 WiFi (2GB + 16GB) has a user popularity of 9.7 points, which is lower than 90% of Tablets.
9.7
Value for money
Value for money
7.2/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 52% of models
Score components:

70%

6.3

Overall score

30%

9.5

Price

7.2
RAM capacity
2 GB
Market range: <2 GB – >12 GB
This tablet has a RAM capacity of 2 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 60.9% of tablets and equal to that of 15.6% of tablets.
Process node
28 nm
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
16 GB
Market range: <0 GB – >250 GB
This tablet has an internal storage capacity of 16 GB which is smaller than the storage of 78.5% of tablets and equal to that of 15% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
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Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon 425
This tablet uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 chipset, which is more advanced than the chipsets in 53% of tablets and equal to those in 0.6% of tablets.
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Screen resolution
1280×800
This tablet has a screen resolution of 1280×800 which is lower than that of 68.1% of tablets and equal to that of 21.7% of tablets.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
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
IPS LCD
This tablet uses a IPS LCD display type. 17% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
189 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 189 ppi which is lower than that of 66.5% of tablets and equal to that of 6.8% of tablets.
Display glass type
?
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Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical image stabilization. 0.4% of tablets include OIS.
Main camera megapixels
8 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a main camera resolution of 8 MP which is higher than that of 36.5% of tablets and equal to that of 31.8% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
5 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera resolution of 5 MP which is higher than in 48.8% of tablets and equal to that in 19.6% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
f/1.9
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/1.9 which is wider than that of 82.2% of tablets and equal to that of 3.7% of tablets.
Optical zoom
1xxx
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
5,000 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has a battery capacity of 5,000 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 69.8% of tablets and equal to those in 2% of tablets.
Charging speed
10 W
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
14 hours
Market range: <6 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 14 hours, which is longer than that of 81.5% of tablets and equal to that of 3.5% of tablets.
video playback
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets support wireless charging.
Fast charging
no
This tablet does not support fast charging. 49.7% of tablets support fast charging.
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LTE support
yes
This tablet supports LTE. 36.8% of tablets include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This tablet supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 0.2% of tablets offer Wi-Fi support.
GPS
yes
This tablet supports GPS. 17.3% of tablets include GPS functionality.
5G connectivity
no
This tablet does not support 5G connectivity. 11.1% of tablets support 5G.
NFC
no
This tablet does not support NFC. 10.9% of tablets support NFC.
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Operating system
Android
This tablet uses the Android operating system, which is more advanced than the one used by 23.3%.
Update support duration
medium
This tablet offers medium update support, which is longer than the support period of 47.3% of tablets and equal to that of 32.6% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
yes
This tablet receives direct OS updates. 20.3% of tablets receive direct updates.
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 include app tracking protection. 28.3% of tablets include app tracking protection.
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IP rating
not rated
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
364 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 364 g which is lighter than 78.9% of tablets and equal to the weight of 0.3% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.8% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
no
This tablet does not support a keyboard accessory. 84.3% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
N/A
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Number of microphones
1
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
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this codec.
Dolby Atmos support
no
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.5% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
1
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
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer FM radio functionality.
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Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8 0 2017 WiFi (2GB + 16GB) vs the average tablet

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  • 4 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (14 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    video playback
    14 hours vs 10 hours
  • More capable chipset
    This tablet uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • Better GPU
    This tablet uses the Adreno 308 GPU, while the average tablet uses Mali-G51. GPU choice is one of the main performance differences between tablets.
    Adreno 308 vs Mali-G51
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This tablet has a better main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/1.9 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 main camera aperture.
    f/1.9 vs f/2.2
  • 80 nits higher typical brightness
    This tablet has a higher typical brightness than the average tablet (480 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    480 nits vs 400 nits
  • Allows manual focus
    This tablet allows manual focus control, the average tablet does not. 37.2% of tablets include manual focus.
  • Allows manual ISO
    This tablet allows manual ISO adjustment, the average tablet does not. 46% of tablets feature manual ISO.
  • 25.7% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (364 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    364 g vs 490 g
  • 13.4% higher user score
    User score
    9.1/ 10
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    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
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    Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8 0 2017 WiFi
    the average tablet
    Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8 0 2017 WiFi (2GB + 16GB) has a higher user score than the average tablet (9.08 vs 8.000).
    9.08 vs 8
  • 2.02x more popular
    Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8 0 2017 WiFi (2GB + 16GB) is more popular than the average tablet (9.73 vs 4.8).
    9.73 vs 4.81
  • More capable chipset
    This tablet uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • Better GPU
    This tablet uses the Adreno 308 GPU, while the average tablet uses Mali-G51. GPU choice is one of the main performance differences between tablets.
    Adreno 308 vs Mali-G51
  • 20 more GPU execution units
    This tablet has more GPU execution units than the average tablet (24 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    24 vs 4
  • 80 nits higher typical brightness
    This tablet has a higher typical brightness than the average tablet (480 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    480 nits vs 400 nits
  • 79 nits higher peak brightness
    This tablet has a higher peak brightness than the average tablet (480 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits peak brightness.
    480 nits vs 401 nits
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This tablet has a better main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/1.9 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 main camera aperture.
    f/1.9 vs f/2.2
  • Allows manual focus
    This tablet allows manual focus control, the average tablet does not. 37.2% of tablets include manual focus.
  • Allows manual ISO
    This tablet allows manual ISO adjustment, the average tablet does not. 46% of tablets feature manual ISO.
  • Includes flash
    This tablet features a built-in flash, the average tablet does not. 45.2% of tablets include a flash.
  • 4 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (14 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    video playback
    14 hours vs 10 hours
  • 25.7% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (364 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    364 g vs 490 g
  • 51.2 mm narrower
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (124.1 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    124.1 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • Designed for kids
    This tablet is suitable for kids, the average tablet is not. 23.7% of tablets are suitable for kids.
  • No USB Type-C
    This tablet lacks a USB Type-C port, the average tablet includes one. 53.4% of tablets use USB Type-C.
  • 30% lower CPU speed
    This tablet has a lower CPU speed than the average tablet (1.4 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    1.4 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • Older Wi-Fi version
    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)
  • 2 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM capacity than the average tablet (2 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    2 GB vs 4 GB
  • Lower screen resolution
    This tablet has a lower screen resolution than the average tablet (1280×800 vs 1920×1200). The average tablet has a resolution of 1920×1200.
    1280×800 vs 1920×1200
  • 2.1 inches smaller screen size
    This tablet has a lower screen size than the average tablet (8 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet has screen size of 10.1 inches.
    8 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 1,199 MHz slower RAM speed
    This tablet has a lower RAM speed than the average tablet (667 MHz vs 1,866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1,866 MHz.
    667 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • 75% less storage
    This tablet has less internal storage than the average tablet (16 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet provides 64 GB of internal storage.
    16 GB vs 64 GB
  • 30% lower CPU speed
    This tablet has a lower CPU speed than the average tablet (1.4 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    1.4 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 2 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM capacity than the average tablet (2 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    2 GB vs 4 GB
  • 75% less storage
    This tablet has less internal storage than the average tablet (16 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet provides 64 GB of internal storage.
    16 GB vs 64 GB
  • 1,199 MHz slower RAM speed
    This tablet has a lower RAM speed than the average tablet (667 MHz vs 1,866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1,866 MHz.
    667 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • 2x larger process node
    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
  • 2 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has less CPU threads than the average tablet (4 vs 6). The average tablet has 6 CPU threads.
    4 vs 6
  • No big.LITTLE architecture
    This tablet does not use a big.LITTLE architecture, the average tablet does. 51.3% of tablets use a big.LITTLE architecture.
  • 64.4% lower memory bandwidth
    This tablet has a lower memory bandwidth than the average tablet (5.3 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has memory bandwidth of 14.9 GB/s.
    5.3 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • Lower screen resolution
    This tablet has a lower screen resolution than the average tablet (1280×800 vs 1920×1200). The average tablet has a resolution of 1920×1200.
    1280×800 vs 1920×1200
  • 2.1 inches smaller screen size
    This tablet has a lower screen size than the average tablet (8 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet has screen size of 10.1 inches.
    8 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 15.6% lower pixel density
    This tablet has a lower pixel density than the average tablet (189 ppi vs 224 ppi). The average tablet has pixel density of 224 ppi.
    189 ppi vs 224 ppi
  • 32 ppi lower screen sharpness
    This tablet has a lower screen sharpness than the average tablet (189 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has screen sharpness of 221 ppi.
    189 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • No BSI sensor
    This tablet lacks a BSI sensor, the average tablet has one. 52.6% of tablets use BSI sensors for better low-light shots.
  • 24% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a lower battery capacity than the average tablet (5,000 mAh vs 6,580 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6,580 mAh.
    5,000 mAh vs 6,580 mAh
  • 44.4% slower charging speed
    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
    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
    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)
  • No HDMI output
    This tablet does not have an HDMI output, the average tablet does. 50.1% of tablets support HDMI output.
  • No face recognition
    This tablet does not have face recognition, the average tablet does. 56% of tablets support face recognition.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This tablet uses an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (4.2 vs 5). The average tablet uses Bluetooth 5.0.
    4.2 vs 5.0
  • No camera/mic privacy toggles
    This tablet lacks camera and microphone privacy toggles, the average tablet includes them. 56.2% of tablets offer these toggles.
  • No dark mode
    This tablet does not support dark mode, the average tablet does. 57.2% of tablets have dark mode.
  • No keyboard accessory
    This tablet does not support a keyboard accessory, the average tablet does. 84.2% of tablets support a keyboard accessory.
  • 0.9 mm thicker
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (8.9 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8.0 mm thick.
    8.9 mm vs 8.0 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

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Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: November 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8 0 2017 WiFi (2GB + 16GB)

  • Portable and lightweight design, making it comfortable to hold for reading
  • Excellent battery life, often lasting several days with light to moderate use
  • Expandable storage via microSD slot (up to 400GB)
  • Affordable price point for a reputable brand
  • Intuitive and easy-to-use interface, especially for those familiar with Samsung phones

What customers don't like about Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8 0 2017 WiFi (2GB + 16GB)

  • Slow processing speeds and lag when multitasking or opening demanding apps
  • Poor gaming performance; frequently freezes or crashes during high-end games
  • Low screen resolution (1280 x 800) results in pixelated text and less sharp graphics
  • Mediocre camera quality, particularly in low-light conditions
  • Single bottom-firing speaker lacks depth and can sound tinny
  • Outdated software with lack of consistent security patches or major OS updates

Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (2017) is a budget-friendly tablet featuring an 8-inch IPS LCD display with a 1280 x 800 resolution and a portable metal-backed design. It is powered by a quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 processor (1.4GHz), 2GB of RAM, and 16GB of internal storage, which is expandable via a microSD slot. Key highlights include a long-lasting 5,000mAh battery that supports up to 14 hours of video playback, an 8MP rear camera with autofocus and flash, a 5MP front camera, and a modern USB Type-C port. Its main pros are the solid build quality, reliable battery life, and inclusion of a child-friendly 'Kids Mode.' However, it is held back by its limited 16GB of base storage, a display that can appear slightly fuzzy for fine text, and performance that struggles with demanding multitasking or modern high-end gaming.

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