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Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 10.5 WiFi (4GB + 64GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£190RAM capacity:4 GBInternal storage:64 GBScreen size:10.5 inchesChipset:Unisoc Tiger T618

Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 10.5 WiFi (4GB + 64GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 11 expert reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 10.5 WiFi (4GB + 64GB)
6.7/10

Overall score

Score
6.7/ 10
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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%

6.4

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

6.4

Reviews score

10%

6.4

Sentiment score

â–¼Worse than 62% of tablets
7.5

Value for money

Value for money
7.5/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

6.7

Overall score

30%

9.5

Price

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6.4

Technical score

Technical score
6.4/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components

22%

5.6

Performance

20%

4.3

Display

16%

7.5

Camera

14%

7.0

Battery

12%

6.6

Connectivity

8%

8.7

Software

5%

6.6

Design

3%

8.4

Audio

â–²Better than 56%
6.4

Reviews score

Reviews score
6.4/ 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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6.4

Mark 7.7 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

7.7

Average grade

20%

7.8

Popularity

Grades by review (11)
11 reviews: 10 with a printed score, 1 estimated from the review. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 63%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 10
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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

What reviewers say about the Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 10.5 WiFi (4GB + 64GB)

Based on 11

Reviewers like the speakers and video streaming, but agree gaming is weak, outdoor visibility is poor and charging is slow.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
Pick a topic to see who said what

What owners say about the Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 10.5 WiFi (4GB + 64GB)

Based on 93 owners sharing their experience in online comments

42%positive10%mixed48%negative

Owners value it for studying, media, and affordability, but washed-out screens, sluggish performance, and hardware failures frustrate many.

What owners dislike

  • Owners report slow performance and lag, including slow startup and freezing, and say it struggles with games.5
  • Some owners receive a screen with a lifting edge, dark side patches, or Wi-Fi that keeps dropping out.5
  • Some owners say charging is slow, the charging port stops working, or the battery takes a long time to charge after replacement.5
  • During battery or screen repair, the screen cracks or its connectors and copper shield get damaged if pried too deep, especially on the left side.5
  • Some owners say the power and volume buttons stop working, or the tablet won't switch on after a few months.5
  • Owners say colours look washed-out or shift to blue, and the front camera is too poor for documents.4
  • Some owners say the battery drains quickly and the tablet gets hot, especially while charging or in a case.3
  • Owners say storage fills up quickly, and the 64GB version is too limited for games and apps.3
  • After replacing the screen, some owners find it stays black or doesn't work, even with the old one.3
  • Owners say the cameras take weak, blurry images, poor enough for scanning documents or video calls.3

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

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Technical Specifications of tablet Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 10.5 WiFi (4GB + 64GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.4/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components:

22%

5.6

Performance

20%

4.3

Display

16%

7.5

Camera

14%

7.0

Battery

12%

6.6

Connectivity

8%

8.7

Software

5%

6.6

Design

3%

8.4

Audio

6.4
Reviews score
6.4
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components:

70%

6.7

Overall score

30%

9.5

Price

7.5
RAM capacity
4 GB
This tablet has 4 GB of RAM, which is more than 47.2% of tablets and equal to 17.8% of tablets.
Process node
12 nm
This tablet is built on a 12 nm process, which is smaller than 53.2% of tablets and equal to 13.9% of tablets.
Internal storage
64 GB
This tablet has 64 GB of internal storage, which is more than 39.1% of tablets and equal to 17% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
438 points
This tablet scores 438 points in single-core tests, which is lower than 61.8% of tablets and equal to 0.5% of tablets.
Chipset
Unisoc Tiger T618
This tablet runs on Unisoc Tiger T618, which is less advanced than 62.3% of tablets and equal to 0.5% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Screen resolution
1920×1200
This tablet has a 1920×1200 screen, which is sharper than 39.1% of tablets and equal to 18.8% of tablets.
Refresh rate
60 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
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
8 MP
This tablet has a rear camera with 8 MP resolution, which is higher than 36.4% of tablets and equal to 31.9% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
5 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 5 MP resolution, which is higher than 48.6% of tablets and equal to 19.7% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
f/2.0
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/2.0, which is wider than 57.4% of tablets and equal to 24.7% 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
7,040 mAh
This tablet has 7,040 mAh battery capacity, which is larger than 57.6% of tablets and equal to 2% of tablets.
Charging speed
15 W
This tablet charges at 15 W, which is slower than 52.1% of tablets and equal to 6.3% of tablets.
Battery life
13 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 13 hours, which is longer than that of 76.1% of tablets and equal to that of 4.9% of tablets.
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets offer this.
Fast charging
yes
This tablet supports fast charging. 43.2% 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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Operating system
Android
This tablet uses the Android operating system, which is more advanced than the one used by 23.2%.
Update support duration
medium
This tablet offers medium update support, which is longer than the support period of 47.6% of tablets and equal to that of 32.4% 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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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
508 g
This tablet weighs 508 g, which is heavier than 55.4% of tablets and equal to 0.4% 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
?
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this.
Dolby Atmos support
yes
This tablet supports Dolby Atmos. 68.7% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
4
This tablet includes 4 speakers, which is more than in 70.8% of tablets and equal to the number in 22.9% 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 A8 10.5 WiFi (4GB + 64GB) vs the average tablet

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  • 3 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (13 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    13 hours vs 10 hours
  • 2 more speakers
    This tablet has more speakers than the average tablet (4 vs 2). The average tablet has 2 speakers.
    4 vs 2
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This tablet has a wider front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's front camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Monitors battery health
    This tablet monitors battery health, while the average tablet does not. 36.7% of tablets monitor battery health.
  • Supports manual ISO
    This tablet supports manual ISO, while the average tablet does not. 45.9% of tablets support manual ISO.
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Unisoc Tiger T618 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Unisoc Tiger T618 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • Supports Dolby Atmos
    This tablet supports Dolby Atmos, the average tablet does not. 31.3% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
  • More advanced memory type
    This tablet uses more advanced memory than the average tablet (LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3).
    LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Unisoc Tiger T618 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Unisoc Tiger T618 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • More advanced memory type
    This tablet uses more advanced memory than the average tablet (LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3).
    LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3
  • 28 more GPU execution units
    This tablet has more GPU execution units than the average tablet (32 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    32 vs 4
  • 30.8% faster GPU clock
    This tablet runs its GPU faster than the average tablet (850 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet runs its GPU at 650 MHz.
    850 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • 14.3% smaller process node
    This tablet has a smaller process node than the average tablet (12 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet is built on 14 nm.
    12 nm vs 14 nm
  • 0.4 inches larger screen
    This tablet has a larger screen than the average tablet (10.5 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    10.5 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This tablet has a wider front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's front camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Supports manual ISO
    This tablet supports manual ISO, while the average tablet does not. 45.9% of tablets support manual ISO.
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This tablet has a wider main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's main camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • 3 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (13 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    13 hours vs 10 hours
  • Monitors battery health
    This tablet monitors battery health, while the average tablet does not. 36.7% of tablets monitor battery health.
  • 6.7% larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a larger battery capacity than the average tablet (7,040 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    7,040 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • Supports live text recognition
    This tablet supports live text recognition, while the average tablet does not. 35.1% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports app offloading
    This tablet supports app offloading, while the average tablet does not. 26.3% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports dynamic themes
    This tablet supports dynamic themes, while the average tablet does not. 29.5% of tablets offer this.
  • Includes clipboard warnings
    This tablet has clipboard warnings, the average tablet does not. 40.3% of tablets include clipboard warnings.
  • 1.1 mm thinner
    This tablet is thinner than the average tablet (6.9 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    6.9 mm vs 8 mm
  • 38.1 mm shorter
    This tablet is shorter than the average tablet (161.9 mm vs 200 mm). The average tablet is 200 mm tall.
    161.9 mm vs 200 mm
  • 2 more speakers
    This tablet has more speakers than the average tablet (4 vs 2). The average tablet has 2 speakers.
    4 vs 2
  • Supports Dolby Atmos
    This tablet supports Dolby Atmos, the average tablet does not. 31.3% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
  • 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
  • 74 nits dimmer screen
    This tablet is dimmer than the average tablet (327 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    327 nits vs 401 nits
  • Less vivid contrast
    This tablet has less contrast than the average tablet (608:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    608:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 73 nits lower typical brightness
    This tablet has a lower typical brightness than the average tablet (327 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    327 nits vs 400 nits
  • 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.
  • 8.6% lower review score
    Reviews score
    6.4/ 10
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    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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    6.4

    Mark 7.7 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    7.7

    Average grade

    20%

    7.8

    Popularity

    Grades by review (11)
    11 reviews: 10 with a printed score, 1 estimated from the review. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    6.4 vs 7.0
  • 26.2% lower multi-core score
    This tablet has a lower multi-core score than the average tablet (1,396 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in multi-core tests.
    1,396 points vs 1,891 points
  • 39.9% lower single-core score
    This tablet has a lower single-core score than the average tablet (438 points vs 729 points). The average tablet scores 729 points in single-core tests.
    438 points vs 729 points
  • 8.6% lower review score
    Reviews score
    6.4/ 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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    6.4

    Mark 7.7 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    7.7

    Average grade

    20%

    7.8

    Popularity

    Grades by review (11)
    11 reviews: 10 with a printed score, 1 estimated from the review. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    6.4 vs 7.0
  • 14.7% lower sentiment score
    6.4 vs 7.5
  • 26.2% lower multi-core score
    This tablet has a lower multi-core score than the average tablet (1,396 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in multi-core tests.
    1,396 points vs 1,891 points
  • 39.9% lower single-core score
    This tablet has a lower single-core score than the average tablet (438 points vs 729 points). The average tablet scores 729 points in single-core tests.
    438 points vs 729 points
  • 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
  • 74 nits dimmer screen
    This tablet is dimmer than the average tablet (327 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    327 nits vs 401 nits
  • Less vivid contrast
    This tablet has less contrast than the average tablet (608:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    608:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 73 nits lower typical brightness
    This tablet has a lower typical brightness than the average tablet (327 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    327 nits vs 400 nits
  • 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.
  • 16.7% slower charging
    This tablet charges slower than the average tablet (15 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    15 W vs 18 W

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

9.0
androidauthority.com
✓ explicit
08/09/2024
Hands-on review · Media streaming tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab A8 is a sturdy, well-built tablet for streaming and kids, with loud speakers and a wide screen, but it is weak for gaming and photos.
8.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
13/04/2023
Hands-on test · Budget LCD tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab A8 is a sharp, well-built tablet whose split-screen multitasking suits light work, but its small battery and glare hold it back.
7.4
hitechcentury.com
✓ explicit
15/02/2022
Hands-on review · Media tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab A8 is a large, good-sounding tablet for films and browsing with long battery life, but its modest chip struggles with heavy games.
7.0
pocket-lint.com
✓ explicit
01/11/2023
Everyday use review · Budget tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab A8 is a comfortable, light tablet with a sharp screen and clear speakers, suited to streaming and reading, but slow in demanding games.
7.0
trustedreviews.com
✓ explicit
29/06/2022
Lab and hands-on test · Budget tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab A8 has a decent screen, matte back and long battery life, but weak performance and poor outdoor visibility make it a mediocre pick.
8.0
androidpolice.com
✓ explicit
14/03/2022
Hands-on review · Budget tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab A8 is a budget tablet for streaming and video calls, but slow app launches, weak multitasking and a dim screen keep it to basic use.
8.0
gadgetbytenepal.com
✓ explicit
15/02/2022
Hands-on review · Budget Android
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab A8 suits light budget use thanks to smooth One UI, but its TFT screen and 7.7W charger feel dated.
8.0
heise.de
✓ explicit
22/11/2023
Lab test · Couch entertainment tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab A8 is a fine couch tablet for streaming and casual games, but its washed-out screen and weak graphics limit it.
5.0
phonandroid.com
≈ estimated
28/01/2022
Lab and hands-on test · Entry-level tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab A8 is a light, neatly built entry-level tablet for basic entertainment, but its 60Hz screen, dim display and distorting speakers add up to several weak points.
8.1
notebookcheck.biz
✓ explicit
21/02/2022
Benchmark test · Budget tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab A8 is a step up from the Tab A7 in processor and storage, but it trails rival tablets in graphics tests.
8.0
es.digitaltrends.com
✓ explicit
22/02/2022
Hands-on review · Budget tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab A8 is a light, long-lasting tablet for studying and films, but it struggles with demanding games and falls short on brightness.

Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 10.5 WiFi (4GB + 64GB) is a budget-friendly tablet featuring a 10.5-inch TFT LCD display with a 1920 x 1200 resolution and a 16:10 aspect ratio, powered by an octa-core Unisoc Tiger T618 processor. Key characteristics include 4GB of RAM, 64GB of internal storage expandable via microSD up to 1TB, a quad-speaker system with Dolby Atmos, and a 7,040mAh battery supporting 15W fast charging. Main pros are its immersive screen, excellent audio quality, and premium metal-body design, though it is held back by very slow charging times, lackluster camera performance, and a processor that struggles with intensive gaming.

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