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Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 1 WiFi (5GB + 16GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£260RAM capacity:1.5 GBInternal storage:16 GBScreen size:8 inchesChipset:Qualcomm Snapdragon 400

Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 1 WiFi (5GB + 16GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 5 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

6.6/10

Overall score

Score
6.6/ 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%

6.1

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

6.1

Reviews score

10%

?

Sentiment scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 6.9, the mark of a weaker model in this category

â–¼Worse than 67% of tablets
7.3

Value for money

Value for money
7.3/ 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%

6.6

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

â–¼Worse than 67%
6.1

Technical score

Technical score
6.1/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components

22%

5.0

Performance

20%

6.0

Display

16%

6.1

Camera

14%

5.1

Battery

12%

6.1

Connectivity

8%

8.3

Software

5%

8.9

Design

3%

6.9

Audio

â–¼Worse than 51%
6.1

Reviews score

Reviews score
6.1/ 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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6.1

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

80%

8.0

Average grade

20%

6.9

Popularity

Grades by review (5)
5 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 66%
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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~ £260
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 Active 1 WiFi (5GB + 16GB)

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Technical Specifications of tablet Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 1 WiFi (5GB + 16GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.1/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
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Score components:

22%

5.0

Performance

20%

6.0

Display

16%

6.1

Camera

14%

5.1

Battery

12%

6.1

Connectivity

8%

8.3

Software

5%

8.9

Design

3%

6.9

Audio

6.1
Reviews score
6.1
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
Score components:

70%

6.6

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

7.3
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
16 GB
Market range: <16 GB – >256 GB
This tablet has 16 GB of internal storage, which is less than 78.8% of tablets and equal to 14.8% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
?
Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon 400
This tablet runs on Qualcomm Snapdragon 400, which is more advanced than 51.1% of tablets and equal to 1% of tablets.
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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
?
Display type
TFT LCD
This tablet uses a TFT LCD display type. 89.9% 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 66.5% of tablets and equal to 6.8% of tablets.
Display glass type
Corning Gorilla Glass 3
This tablet protects its screen with Corning Gorilla Glass 3, which is more durable than 80.2% of tablets and the same as 11.2% of tablets.
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Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical stabilisation. 0.4% of tablets offer this.
Main camera megapixels
3.1 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a rear camera with 3.1 MP resolution, which is lower than 92.5% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
1.2 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 1.2 MP resolution, which is lower than 86.3% of tablets and equal to 4.8% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
?
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
4,450 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 4,450 mAh battery capacity, which is smaller than 78.7% of tablets and equal to 0.6% of tablets.
Charging speed
15 W
Market range: <10 W – >45 W
This tablet charges at 15 W, which is slower than 52.1% of tablets and equal to 6.3% 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.
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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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
yes
This tablet includes NFC. 89.3% 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
long
This tablet offers long update support, which is longer than the support period of 80% of tablets and equal to that of 20% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
yes
This tablet supports direct OS updates. 20.3% of tablets offer this.
On-device AI
yes
This tablet supports on-device AI. 71.7% 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
IP68
This tablet's IP rating is IP68, which is more protected than 94.6% of tablets and the same as 3.5% of tablets.
Weight
393 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 393 g, which is lighter than 75.5% 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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Number of microphones
2
Market range: <1 – >3
This tablet has a microphone array of 2, which is more than 55.1% of tablets and equal to 32.7% 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
?
FM radio
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer this.
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Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 1 WiFi (5GB + 16GB) vs the average tablet

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  • Supports adaptive refresh rate
    This tablet has adaptive refresh rate, the average tablet does not. 17.7% of tablets support adaptive refresh rate.
  • More dust and water protection
    This tablet offers better dust and water protection than the average tablet (IP68 vs not rated).
    IP68 vs not rated
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • More advanced graphics
    This tablet has more advanced graphics than the average tablet (Adreno 305 vs Mali-G51).
    Adreno 305 vs Mali-G51
  • Longer update support
    This tablet offers longer update support than the average tablet (long vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    long vs medium
  • Includes NFC
    This tablet includes NFC, while the average tablet does not. 10.8% of tablets include NFC.
  • Manual focus control
    This tablet supports manual focus, while the average tablet does not. 36.9% of tablets support manual focus.
  • Monitors battery health
    This tablet monitors battery health, while the average tablet does not. 36.7% of tablets monitor battery health.
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • More advanced graphics
    This tablet has more advanced graphics than the average tablet (Adreno 305 vs Mali-G51).
    Adreno 305 vs Mali-G51
  • Supports adaptive refresh rate
    This tablet has adaptive refresh rate, the average tablet does not. 17.7% of tablets support adaptive refresh rate.
  • More durable glass
    This tablet has more durable glass than the average tablet (Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs Corning Gorilla Glass). The average tablet uses Corning Gorilla Glass.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • Manual focus control
    This tablet supports manual focus, while the average tablet does not. 36.9% of tablets support manual focus.
  • Supports manual ISO
    This tablet supports manual ISO, while the average tablet does not. 45.9% of tablets support manual ISO.
  • Supports slow-motion video
    This tablet supports slow-motion recording, while the average tablet does not. 37.3% of tablets support slow-motion recording.
  • Built-in camera flash
    This tablet has a camera flash, while the average tablet does not. 45.5% of tablets have one.
  • Monitors battery health
    This tablet monitors battery health, while the average tablet does not. 36.7% of tablets monitor battery health.
  • Includes NFC
    This tablet includes NFC, while the average tablet does not. 10.8% of tablets include NFC.
  • Longer update support
    This tablet offers longer update support than the average tablet (long vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    long vs medium
  • Includes on-device AI
    This tablet includes on-device AI, the average tablet does not. 28.3% of tablets include on-device AI.
  • Supports app offloading
    This tablet supports app offloading, while the average tablet does not. 26.3% of tablets offer this.
  • More dust and water protection
    This tablet offers better dust and water protection than the average tablet (IP68 vs not rated).
    IP68 vs not rated
  • Stylus included
    This tablet includes a stylus, while the average tablet does not. 17.2% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports drawing
    This tablet is suitable for drawing, while the average tablet is not. 40% of tablets are suitable for drawing.
  • 19.8% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (393 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    393 g vs 490 g
  • Supports stylus tilt
    This tablet supports stylus tilt, the average tablet does not. 33.5% of tablets support stylus tilt.
  • 49.1 mm narrower
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (126.2 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    126.2 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • 73.8 mm shorter
    This tablet is shorter than the average tablet (126.2 mm vs 200 mm). The average tablet is 200 mm tall.
    126.2 mm vs 200 mm
  • 1 more microphones
    This tablet has more microphones than the average tablet (2 vs 1). The average tablet's microphone count is 1.
    2 vs 1
  • 3.8 MP lower front resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution front camera than the average tablet (1.2 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    1.2 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
  • 4.9 MP lower rear resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution rear camera than the average tablet (3.1 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a rear camera of 8 MP.
    3.1 MP vs 8 MP
  • 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
  • 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
  • 12.9% lower review score
    Reviews score
    6.1/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
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    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models

    6.1

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

    80%

    8.0

    Average grade

    20%

    6.9

    Popularity

    Grades by review (5)
    5 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.
    6.1 vs 7.0
  • 2.8% worse value for money
    Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 1 WiFi (5GB + 16GB) has worse value for money than the average tablet (7.35 vs 7.6).
    7.35 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
  • 1,333 MHz slower RAM speed
    This tablet has a lower RAM speed than the average tablet (533 MHz vs 1,866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1,866 MHz.
    533 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • 75% less internal storage
    This tablet has less internal storage than the average tablet (16 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    16 GB vs 64 GB
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 30.8% slower GPU clock
    This tablet runs its GPU slower than the average tablet (450 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet runs its GPU at 650 MHz.
    450 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • 5 years older
    This tablet was released earlier than the average tablet (2014 vs 2019). The average tablet was released in 2019.
    December 2014
    2014 vs 2019
  • 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
  • 2.1 inches smaller screen
    This tablet has a smaller screen than the average tablet (8 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    8 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
  • 14.5% softer screen detail
    This tablet has softer screen detail than the average tablet (189 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    189 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • Less vivid contrast
    This tablet has less contrast 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
  • 3.8 MP lower front resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution front camera than the average tablet (1.2 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    1.2 MP vs 5 MP
  • 4.9 MP lower rear resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution rear camera than the average tablet (3.1 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a rear camera of 8 MP.
    3.1 MP vs 8 MP
  • 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 manual white balance
    This tablet does not support manual white balance, while the average tablet does. 51.5% of tablets support manual white balance.
  • 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.
  • 32.6% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a smaller battery capacity than the average tablet (4,450 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    4,450 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • 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
  • 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 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.
  • 1.75 mm thicker
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (9.8 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    9.75 mm vs 8 mm

Video reviews

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

8.0
Pallab Hazarika
≈ estimated
29/04/2015
Hands-on review · enterprise use, camera and benchmark tests
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 1 WiFi is a good affordable choice for enterprise workers, though its camera and performance fall short.
9.0
Pallab Hazarika
≈ estimated
25/04/2015
Durability test · heat, cold, sand, sawdust, water and drop
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 1 WiFi survived every test, but sand and sawdust need cleaning from the buttons afterwards.
9.0
GadgetsToUse
≈ estimated
25/04/2015
Hands-on review · durability tests in water, dust, cold, vibration, drop
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 1 WiFi is a rugged tablet likely among the best business tablets for industrial use.
6.0
PhoneArena
≈ estimated
05/09/2014
First look · hardware, design and screen
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 1 WiFi runs fairly smoothly overall, but its cameras are modest and the interface shows some slight lag.
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Overview video
Hands-on video, no verdict
Hands-on video, no verdict
Hands-on video, no verdict

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 1 WiFi (5GB + 16GB)

  • Exceptional durability with IP67 water and dust resistance and MIL-STD-810G certification for drops up to 1.2 meters
  • Removable 4,450mAh battery allows users to swap in a fresh one for continuous use in the field
  • Includes a rugged protective case and a 'C-Pen' stylus designed for use with gloves
  • Bright 8-inch 1280 x 800 display remains legible even in outdoor or direct sunlight conditions
  • Compact and lightweight form factor makes it easy to hold and operate with one hand
  • POGO pin charging offers a more durable alternative to standard micro-USB for heavy industrial use

What customers don't like about Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 1 WiFi (5GB + 16GB)

  • Underwhelming camera performance from the 3.1MP rear and 1.2MP front lenses, resulting in pixelated and noisy images
  • Low hardware specifications, including a 1.2GHz quad-core processor and 1.5GB RAM, lead to occasional stutters and slow performance
  • Limited internal storage of only 16GB, though it can be expanded via microSD
  • High initial price point compared to non-rugged consumer tablets with better performance
  • Screen can be highly reflective, causing glare issues in certain lighting
  • Older software (Android 4.4 KitKat at launch) and lack of long-term OS updates as the device aged

Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 1 is a rugged 8-inch tablet designed for demanding environments, featuring an IP67 rating for water and dust resistance and a MIL-STD-810G compliant build that survives drops up to 1.2 metres with its included protective cover. Internally, it is equipped with a 1.2GHz quad-core Snapdragon 400 processor, 1.5GB of RAM, and 16GB of internal storage, which is expandable via a microSD slot up to 64GB. Key pros include its daylight-readable 1280x800 TFT display, a user-replaceable 4,450mAh battery for extended field use, and the inclusion of a robust C-Pen stylus for glove-friendly navigation. However, it is held back by dated specs, including an older Android 4.4 KitKat operating system, relatively weak 3.1MP rear and 1.2MP front cameras, and a single muffled speaker that lacks audio clarity.

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