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Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 WiFi (8GB + 128GB) Review | 168 Data compared

Avg. price:~£160RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:8.7 inchesChipset:Mediatek Helio G99

Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 WiFi (8GB + 128GB) 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 A9 WiFi (8GB + 128GB)
6.8/10

Overall score

Score
6.8/ 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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Score components

90%

6.5

Technical score

10%

9.3

User score

â–²Better than 63% of tablets
7.6

Value for money

Value for money
7.6/ 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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Score components

70%

6.8

Overall score

30%

9.7

Price

â–²Better than 67%
6.5

Technical score

Technical score
6.5/ 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%

6.7

Performance

20%

5.0

Display

16%

6.6

Camera

14%

5.7

Battery

12%

7.4

Connectivity

8%

8.7

Software & Features

5%

7.0

Design

3%

6.9

Audio & Multimedia

â–²Better than 59%
9.3

User score

User score
9.3/ 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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Score components

70%

9.0

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
★Better than 94%
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Technical Specifications of tablet Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 WiFi (8GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.5/ 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%

6.7

Performance

20%

5.0

Display

16%

6.6

Camera

14%

5.7

Battery

12%

7.4

Connectivity

8%

8.7

Software & Features

5%

7.0

Design

3%

6.9

Audio & Multimedia

6.5
User score
User score
9.3/ 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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Score components

70%

9.0

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
9.3
Popularity
Popularity
10/ 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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Popularity:
Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 WiFi (8GB + 128GB) has a user popularity of 10 points, which is lower than 91.8% of Tablets.
10
Value for money
Value for money
7.6/ 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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Score components:

70%

6.8

Overall score

30%

9.7

Price

7.6
RAM capacity
8 GB
This tablet has a RAM capacity of 8 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 72.3% of tablets and equal to that of 17.8% of tablets.
Process node
6 nm
This tablet is built on a 6 nm process node, which is smaller than the node size used in 76.4% of tablets and equal to the node used in 8.2% of tablets.
Internal storage
128 GB
This tablet has an internal storage capacity of 128 GB which is larger than the storage of 56.7% of tablets and equal to that of 19.6% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
738 points
This tablet scored 738 points in Geekbench 6 (single-core) which is higher than the score of 51.2% of tablets and equal to the score of 0.1% of tablets.
Chipset
Mediatek Helio G99
This tablet uses the Mediatek Helio G99 chipset, which is less advanced than the chipsets in 50.9% of tablets and equal to those in 2.9% of tablets.
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Screen resolution
1340×800
This tablet has a screen resolution of 1340×800 which is lower than that of 64.2% of tablets and equal to that of 1.3% of tablets.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
This tablet supports a refresh rate of 60 Hz which is equal to that in 73.8% of tablets.
Display type
TFT LCD
This tablet uses a TFT LCD display type. 89.9% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
179 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 179 ppi which is lower than that of 74.8% of tablets and equal to that of 0.8% of tablets.
Display glass type
Tempered Glass
This tablet uses Tempered Glass display glass which is weaker than that on 78.1% of tablets and equal to that on 19.5% of tablets.
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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
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
2 MP
This tablet has a front camera resolution of 2 MP which is lower than in 53.6% of tablets and equal to that in 25.5% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
f/2.0
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/2.0 which is wider than that of 57.5% of tablets and equal to that of 24.5% 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
5,100 mAh
This tablet has a battery capacity of 5,100 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 63.4% of tablets and equal to those in 4.6% of tablets.
Charging speed
15 W
This tablet supports charging speeds of 15 W which is slower than in 52.2% of tablets and equal to speeds in 6.3% of tablets.
Battery life
12 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 12 hours, which is longer than that of 65.7% of tablets and equal to that of 9.3% of tablets.
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets support wireless charging.
Fast charging
yes
This tablet supports fast charging. 50.4% 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
332 g
This tablet weighs 332 g which is lighter than 86.4% of tablets and equal to the weight of 0.1% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.8% 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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Number of microphones
2
This tablet includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 55.1% of tablets and equal to the number in 32.7% of tablets.
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this codec.
Dolby Atmos support
yes
This tablet supports Dolby Atmos. 68.6% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
2
This tablet includes 2 speakers, which is more than in 9.8% of tablets and equal to the number in 60.9% 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 A9 WiFi (8GB + 128GB) vs the average tablet

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  • 4 GB more RAM
    This tablet has more RAM capacity than the average tablet (8 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    8 GB vs 4 GB
  • 169 nits higher peak brightness
    This tablet has a higher peak brightness than the average tablet (570 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits peak brightness.
    570 nits vs 401 nits
  • Supports fast charging
    This tablet supports fast charging, the average tablet does not. 49.7% of tablets feature fast charging.
  • More capable chipset
    This tablet uses the Mediatek Helio G99 chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    Mediatek Helio G99 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 2 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (12 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    12 hours vs 10 hours
  • 32.2% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (332 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    332 g vs 490 g
  • 57.1% smaller process node
    This tablet uses a smaller process node than the average tablet (6 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet uses a process node of 14 nm.
    6 nm vs 14 nm
  • Allows manual ISO
    This tablet allows manual ISO adjustment, the average tablet does not. 46% of tablets feature manual ISO.
  • 16.3% higher user score
    User score
    9.3/ 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
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    Score distribution
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    Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 WiFi
    the average tablet
    Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 WiFi (8GB + 128GB) has a higher user score than the average tablet (9.30 vs 8.000).
    9.3 vs 8
  • 2.08x more popular
    Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 WiFi (8GB + 128GB) is more popular than the average tablet (10 vs 4.8).
    10 vs 4.81
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This tablet has more RAM capacity than the average tablet (8 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    8 GB vs 4 GB
  • More capable chipset
    This tablet uses the Mediatek Helio G99 chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    Mediatek Helio G99 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 57.1% smaller process node
    This tablet uses a smaller process node than the average tablet (6 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet uses a process node of 14 nm.
    6 nm vs 14 nm
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This tablet supports a newer DDR version than the average tablet (LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3). The average DDR version is LPDDR3.
    LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3
  • 2x more storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (128 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet provides 64 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 64 GB
  • 2 more CPU threads
    This tablet has more CPU threads than the average tablet (8 vs 6). The average tablet has 6 CPU threads.
    8 vs 6
  • 30.8% faster GPU clock
    This tablet has a higher GPU frequency than the average tablet (850 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet has GPU frequency of 650 MHz.
    850 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • 10% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (2.2 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    2.2 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • Better GPU
    This tablet uses the Mali-G57 MC2 GPU, while the average tablet uses Mali-G51. GPU choice is one of the main performance differences between tablets.
    Mali-G57 MC2 vs Mali-G51
  • 169 nits higher peak brightness
    This tablet has a higher peak brightness than the average tablet (570 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits peak brightness.
    570 nits vs 401 nits
  • 50% higher touch sampling rate
    This tablet has a higher touch sampling rate than the average tablet (180 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average tablet has touch sampling rate of 120 Hz.
    180 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • Allows manual ISO
    This tablet allows manual ISO adjustment, the average tablet does not. 46% of tablets feature manual ISO.
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This tablet has a better main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 main camera aperture.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Supports slow-motion recording
    This tablet supports slow-motion recording, the average tablet does not. 37.5% of tablets offer slow-mo.
  • Supports fast charging
    This tablet supports fast charging, the average tablet does not. 49.7% of tablets feature fast charging.
  • 2 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (12 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    12 hours vs 10 hours
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This tablet supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average tablet (5.3 vs 5). The average tablet uses Bluetooth 5.0.
    5.3 vs 5.0
  • Supports live text recognition
    This tablet supports live text recognition, the average tablet does not. 34.9% of tablets can recognize text from images.
  • Supports dynamic theme
    This tablet features dynamic themes, the average tablet does not. 29% of tablets offer dynamic theming.
  • Supports extra dim mode
    This tablet features extra dim mode, the average tablet does not. 35.4% of tablets support extra diming.
  • Includes clipboard warnings
    This tablet has clipboard warnings, the average tablet does not. 39.9% of tablets include clipboard warnings.
  • 32.2% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (332 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    332 g vs 490 g
  • 50.6 mm narrower
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (124.7 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    124.7 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.
  • 4 newer release date
    This tablet has a newer release date than the average tablet (2023 vs 2019).
    October 2023
    2023 vs 2019
  • Supports Dolby Atmos
    This tablet supports Dolby Atmos, the average tablet does not. 31.5% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
  • 1 more microphone/s
    This tablet has more microphones than the average tablet (2 vs 1). The average tablet has 1 microphones.
    2 vs 1
  • 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 MP lower front camera megapixels
    This tablet has less front camera megapixels than the average tablet (2 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has 5 MP front camera resolution.
    2 MP vs 5 MP
  • Less durable display glass
    This tablet uses weaker display glass than the average tablet (Tempered Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass). Display glass choice still varies across tablets.
    Tempered Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • 20.1% lower pixel density
    This tablet has a lower pixel density than the average tablet (179 ppi vs 224 ppi). The average tablet has pixel density of 224 ppi.
    179 ppi vs 224 ppi
  • 22.5% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a lower battery capacity than the average tablet (5,100 mAh vs 6,580 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6,580 mAh.
    5,100 mAh vs 6,580 mAh
  • No panorama mode
    This tablet does not have a panorama mode, the average tablet does. 78.6% of tablets include panorama features.
  • 1.4 inches smaller screen size
    This tablet has a lower screen size than the average tablet (8.7 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet has screen size of 10.1 inches.
    8.7 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 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.
  • 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
  • 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 durable display glass
    This tablet uses weaker display glass than the average tablet (Tempered Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass). Display glass choice still varies across tablets.
    Tempered Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • 20.1% lower pixel density
    This tablet has a lower pixel density than the average tablet (179 ppi vs 224 ppi). The average tablet has pixel density of 224 ppi.
    179 ppi vs 224 ppi
  • 1.4 inches smaller screen size
    This tablet has a lower screen size than the average tablet (8.7 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet has screen size of 10.1 inches.
    8.7 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • Lower screen resolution
    This tablet has a lower screen resolution than the average tablet (1340×800 vs 1920×1200). The average tablet has a resolution of 1920×1200.
    1340×800 vs 1920×1200
  • 42 ppi lower screen sharpness
    This tablet has a lower screen sharpness than the average tablet (179 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has screen sharpness of 221 ppi.
    179 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • Lower contrast ratio
    This tablet has a lower contrast ratio than the average tablet (1000:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    1,000:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 3 MP lower front camera megapixels
    This tablet has less front camera megapixels than the average tablet (2 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has 5 MP front camera resolution.
    2 MP vs 5 MP
  • No panorama mode
    This tablet does not have a panorama mode, the average tablet does. 78.6% of tablets include panorama features.
  • 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.
  • 22.5% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a lower battery capacity than the average tablet (5,100 mAh vs 6,580 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6,580 mAh.
    5,100 mAh vs 6,580 mAh
  • 16.7% slower charging speed
    This tablet supports slower charging than the average tablet (15 W vs 18 W). The average tablet supports charging speed of 18 W.
    15 W vs 18 W
  • No HDMI output
    This tablet does not have an HDMI output, the average tablet does. 50.1% of tablets support HDMI output.

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techadvisor.com
12/12/2023
Hands-on review · Compact budget tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab A9 is a light, compact 8.7-inch tablet with a bright screen and good speakers, but its cameras are poor and charging is slow.
tuxoche.com
31/07/2025
Long-term test · Everyday tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab A9 is a compact tablet for light email, browsing and video, but its clock falls behind, which breaks two-factor logins.
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eu.community.samsung.com
15/05/2025
Summary of the review
imtest.de
26/06/2024
Hands-on test · Budget LTE tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab A9 LTE is a small, well-built tablet with mobile internet and nearly ten hours of video streaming, but its low-resolution screen and modest performance limit it.
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chip.de
10/01/2024
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lesnumeriques.com
20/12/2023
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notebookcheck.nl
11/02/2024
Lab test · Entry-level tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab A9 is a compact entry-level tablet with accurate GPS and long support, though its photos look flat and security patches lagged behind.
test-aankoop.be
07/03/2024
Expert test · Budget tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab A9 is a light, small tablet for basic use, but the larger A9+ sibling gives a bigger screen and slightly more speed.
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bijmeer.nl
18/09/2024
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technologyinsider.nl
29/03/2024
Summary of the review

Third-party reviews

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

What customers like about Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 WiFi (8GB + 128GB)

  • Compact and lightweight 8.7-inch design makes it very portable and easy to hold for long periods.
  • Excellent value for the price, frequently cited as one of the best budget-friendly Android tablets.
  • Reliable performance for everyday tasks like web browsing, reading eBooks, and streaming video.
  • Sleek and sturdy build quality that feels more premium than typical plastic budget tablets.
  • Expandable storage via microSD card slot, allowing users to add up to 1TB of space.
  • Good sound quality for its class, with support for Dolby Atmos enhancing the media experience.

What customers don't like about Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 WiFi (8GB + 128GB)

  • Lower display resolution (HD+) compared to higher-end models can result in slightly blurry text or icons.
  • Limited base RAM (4GB) in the entry-level version can lead to lag during heavy multitasking or intensive gaming.
  • Camera quality is basic, producing images with unnatural colors and videos that lack sharp detail.
  • Lacks premium biometric features such as a fingerprint scanner.
  • Charging speed is relatively slow, often requiring several hours for a full recharge.

Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 WiFi (8GB + 128GB) is a compact 8.7-inch budget tablet featuring a 1340 x 800 TFT LCD display and a sleek, 8mm-thin metal unibody design. This specific variant is equipped with a MediaTek Helio G99 octa-core processor, a generous 8GB of RAM for smooth multitasking, and 128GB of internal storage that can be expanded up to 1TB via microSD. Main pros include its highly portable 332g form factor, decent performance for everyday tasks, and immersive dual speakers with Dolby Atmos support. However, notable cons include its relatively low-resolution screen, mediocre 8MP rear and 2MP front cameras, and a slow 15W charging speed for its 5,100mAh battery.

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