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Samsung Galaxy Tab CDMA (2GB + 32GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£700RAM capacity:0.5 GBInternal storage:32 GBScreen size:7 inchesChipset:?

Samsung Galaxy Tab CDMA (2GB + 32GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 6 expert reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Samsung Galaxy Tab CDMA (2GB + 32GB)
6.1/10

Overall score

Score
6.1/ 10
✕
What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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Score components

35%

5.2

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

5.2

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 84% of tablets
6.3

Value for money

Value for money
6.3/ 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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â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
Score components

70%

6.1

Overall score

30%

6.8

Price

â–¼Worse than 98%
5.2

Technical score

Technical score
5.2/ 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%

4.6

Performance

20%

5.4

Display

16%

5.4

Camera

14%

4.8

Battery

12%

5.9

Connectivity

8%

5.3

Software

5%

6.1

Design

3%

4.8

Audio

â–¼Worse than 80%
5.2

Reviews score

Reviews score
5.2/ 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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5.2

Mark 7.6 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%

7.1

Popularity

Grades by review (6)
6 reviews: 4 with a printed score, 2 estimated from the review. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 85%
?

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
  • samsung-galaxy-tab-cdma-2gb-32gb
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £700
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.
Other versions:
2GB + 32GB512MB + 2GB512MB + 16GB512MB + 32GB2GB + 16GB2GB + 64GB

What reviewers say about the Samsung Galaxy Tab CDMA (2GB + 32GB)

Based on 6

Reviewers like its storage, video playback and portable size, but most complain about weak battery life and apps.
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Technical Specifications of tablet Samsung Galaxy Tab CDMA (2GB + 32GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.2/ 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%

4.6

Performance

20%

5.4

Display

16%

5.4

Camera

14%

4.8

Battery

12%

5.9

Connectivity

8%

5.3

Software

5%

6.1

Design

3%

4.8

Audio

5.2
Reviews score
5.2
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
6.3/ 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 98% of models
Score components:

70%

6.1

Overall score

30%

6.8

Price

6.3
RAM capacity
0.5 GB
Market range: <1 GB – >8 GB
This tablet has 0.5 GB of RAM, which is less than 97.1% of tablets and equal to 2.6% of tablets.
Process node
45 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 45 nm process, which is larger than 94.9% of tablets and equal to 4.4% of tablets.
Internal storage
32 GB
Market range: <16 GB – >256 GB
This tablet has 32 GB of internal storage, which is less than 60.9% of tablets and equal to 17.9% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
?
Chipset
?
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What reviewers say
Screen resolution
1024×600
This tablet has a 1024×600 screen, which is less sharp than 92.8% of tablets and equal to 6.2% of tablets.
Refresh rate
?
Display type
LCD
This tablet uses a LCD display type. 83.1% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
170 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 170 ppi, which is lower than 76.5% of tablets and equal to 4.7% of tablets.
Display glass type
Corning Gorilla Glass
This tablet protects its screen with Corning Gorilla Glass, which is more durable than 45.4% of tablets and the same as 32.8% 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
3.15 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a rear camera with 3.15 MP resolution, which is lower than 89.8% of tablets and equal to 2.6% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
1.3 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 1.3 MP resolution, which is lower than 80.9% of tablets and equal to 5.4% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
f/2.0
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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Battery capacity
4,000 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 4,000 mAh battery capacity, which is smaller than 84.6% of tablets and equal to 4.5% of tablets.
Charging speed
10 W
Market range: <10 W – >45 W
This tablet charges at 10 W, which is slower than 60.9% of tablets and equal to 33.3% of tablets.
Battery life
13 hours
Market range: <7 hours – >16 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
no
This tablet does not support fast charging. 56.9% 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
short
This tablet offers short update support, which is shorter than the support period of 52.4% of tablets and equal to that of 47.6% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
no
This tablet does not support direct OS updates. 79.8% 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
380 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 380 g, which is lighter than 76.8% of tablets and equal to 0.6% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.7% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
yes
This tablet supports a keyboard accessory. 15.8% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
N/A
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What reviewers say
Number of microphones
1
Market range: <1 – >3
This tablet has a microphone array of 1, which is more than 0.2% of tablets and equal to 54.8% of tablets.
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this.
Dolby Atmos support
no
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.3% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
2
Market range: <2 – >4
This tablet includes 2 speakers, which is more than in 9.8% of tablets and equal to the number in 60.8% of tablets.
FM radio
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer this.
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Samsung Galaxy Tab CDMA (2GB + 32GB) 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
  • Includes anti-reflection coating
    This tablet has anti-reflection coating, the average tablet does not. 24.6% of tablets use anti-reflection coating.
  • Supports manual ISO
    This tablet supports manual ISO, while the average tablet does not. 45.9% of tablets support manual ISO.
  • Supports cellular data
    This tablet supports cellular data, while the average tablet does not. 47.4% of tablets offer this.
  • 22.4% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (380 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    380 g vs 490 g
  • 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
  • Built-in camera flash
    This tablet has a camera flash, while the average tablet does not. 45.5% of tablets have one.
  • 55.9 mm narrower
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (119.4 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    119.4 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • Includes anti-reflection coating
    This tablet has anti-reflection coating, the average tablet does not. 24.6% of tablets use anti-reflection coating.
  • 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
  • Built-in camera flash
    This tablet has a camera flash, while the average tablet does not. 45.5% of tablets have one.
  • 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
  • Supports cellular data
    This tablet supports cellular data, while the average tablet does not. 47.4% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports HDMI output
    This tablet supports HDMI output, while the average tablet does not. 49.8% of tablets offer this.
    via USB-C video-out adapter
  • 22.4% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (380 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    380 g vs 490 g
  • 55.9 mm narrower
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (119.4 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    119.4 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • 7 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (1 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    1 vs 8
  • 3.7 MP lower front resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution front camera than the average tablet (1.3 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    1.3 MP vs 5 MP
  • 3.5 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM than the average tablet (0.5 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    0.5 GB vs 4 GB
  • No USB-C port
    This tablet does not have a USB Type-C port, while the average tablet does. 54% of tablets have one.
  • 50% lower CPU speed
    This tablet has a lower CPU speed than the average tablet (1 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    1 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 25.7% lower review score
    Reviews score
    5.2/ 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 85% of models

    5.2

    Mark 7.6 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%

    7.1

    Popularity

    Grades by review (6)
    6 reviews: 4 with a printed score, 2 estimated from the review. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    5.2 vs 7.0
  • Less sharp display
    This tablet has a less sharp screen than the average tablet (1024×600 vs 1920×1200).
    1,024×600 vs 1,920×1,200
  • 4.85 MP lower rear resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution rear camera than the average tablet (3.2 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a rear camera of 8 MP.
    3.15 MP vs 8 MP
  • 25.7% lower review score
    Reviews score
    5.2/ 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
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models

    5.2

    Mark 7.6 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%

    7.1

    Popularity

    Grades by review (6)
    6 reviews: 4 with a printed score, 2 estimated from the review. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    5.2 vs 7.0
  • 20% worse value for money
    Samsung Galaxy Tab CDMA (2GB + 32GB) has worse value for money than the average tablet (6.29 vs 7.6).
    6.29 vs 7.55
  • 2.69x more expensive
    Samsung Galaxy Tab CDMA (2GB + 32GB) is more expensive than the average tablet (£700 vs £260).
    £700 vs £260
  • 7 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (1 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    1 vs 8
  • 3.5 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM than the average tablet (0.5 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    0.5 GB vs 4 GB
  • 50% lower CPU speed
    This tablet has a lower CPU speed than the average tablet (1 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    1 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 3.21x larger process node
    This tablet has a larger process node than the average tablet (45 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet is built on 14 nm.
    45 nm vs 14 nm
  • More basic graphics
    This tablet has less advanced graphics than the average tablet (PowerVR SGX540 vs Mali-G51).
    PowerVR SGX540 vs Mali-G51
  • 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.
  • 50% less internal storage
    This tablet has less internal storage than the average tablet (32 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    32 GB vs 64 GB
  • 9 years older
    This tablet was released earlier than the average tablet (2010 vs 2019). The average tablet was released in 2019.
    November 2010
    2010 vs 2019
  • More basic memory type
    This tablet uses less advanced memory than the average tablet (LPDDR vs LPDDR3).
    LPDDR vs LPDDR3
  • 16.9% slower GPU clock
    This tablet runs its GPU slower than the average tablet (540 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet runs its GPU at 650 MHz.
    540 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • Less sharp display
    This tablet has a less sharp screen than the average tablet (1024×600 vs 1920×1200).
    1,024×600 vs 1,920×1,200
  • Inferior display type
    This tablet has an inferior display type compared to the average tablet (LCD vs IPS LCD). 0.00% of tablets use the superior display type.
    LCD vs IPS LCD
  • 3.1 inches smaller screen
    This tablet has a smaller screen than the average tablet (7 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    7 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 23.1% softer screen detail
    This tablet has softer screen detail than the average tablet (170 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    170 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • 36 nits lower typical brightness
    This tablet has a lower typical brightness than the average tablet (364 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    364 nits vs 400 nits
  • 50% slower touch response
    This tablet samples touch more slowly than the average tablet (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average tablet samples touch at 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 3.7 MP lower front resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution front camera than the average tablet (1.3 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    1.3 MP vs 5 MP
  • 4.85 MP lower rear resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution rear camera than the average tablet (3.2 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a rear camera of 8 MP.
    3.15 MP vs 8 MP
  • Worse main-camera video
    This tablet supports worse main-camera video recording than the average tablet (480x30 fps vs 1080x30 fps). The average tablet supports 1080x30 fps main-camera video recording.
    480x30 fps vs 1080x30 fps
  • No continuous video AF
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • No manual exposure control
    This tablet does not support manual exposure, while the average tablet does. 63.6% of tablets support manual exposure.
  • No backside-illuminated sensor
    This tablet does not have a BSI sensor, while the average tablet does. 52.6% of tablets have a BSI sensor.
  • No timelapse video
    This tablet does not support timelapse video, while the average tablet does. 57.5% of tablets support timelapse video.
  • No fast charging
    This tablet does not support fast charging, while the average tablet does. 56.8% of tablets support fast charging.
  • 39.4% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a smaller battery capacity than the average tablet (4,000 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    4,000 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • 44.4% slower charging
    This tablet charges slower than the average tablet (10 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    10 W vs 18 W
  • No USB-C port
    This tablet does not have a USB Type-C port, while the average tablet does. 54% of tablets have one.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This tablet has an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (3 vs 5).
    3 vs 5
  • 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)
  • No face recognition
    This tablet does not have face recognition, the average tablet does. 56.4% of tablets support face recognition.
  • Shorter update support
    This tablet offers shorter update support than the average tablet (short vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    short vs medium
  • No direct OS updates
    This tablet does not support direct OS updates, while the average tablet does. 79.7% of tablets offer this.
  • No split-screen
    This tablet does not support split-screen, the average tablet does. 72.8% of tablets support split-screen.
  • No picture-in-picture mode
    This tablet does not support picture-in-picture, the average tablet does. 61.4% of tablets support picture-in-picture.
  • No camera and mic privacy
    This tablet does not support camera and mic privacy, while the average tablet does. 56.6% of tablets offer this.
  • No full-page screenshots
    This tablet does not support full-page screenshots, the average tablet does. 53% of tablets support full-page screenshots.
  • No location privacy
    This tablet does not support location privacy, while the average tablet does. 76.7% of tablets offer this.
  • No dark mode
    This tablet does not support dark mode, while the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets offer this.
  • No offline voice recognition
    This tablet does not support offline voice recognition, the average tablet does. 76.4% of tablets support offline voice recognition.
  • 3.9 mm thicker
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (11.9 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    11.9 mm vs 8 mm

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
allthingsd.com
≈ estimated
10/11/2010
Hands-on review · iPad comparison
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab is a credible iPad alternative for buyers who want a smaller, one-hand-friendly tablet with cameras and Flash, but its battery trails.
8.0
hothardware.com
✓ explicit
02/12/2010
Hands-on review · Android tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab is a compact 7-inch Android tablet, best for portability and Flash support, but its screen is smaller than the iPad's.
7.0
cnet.com
✓ explicit
21/01/2011
Hands-on review · 7-inch Android tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab is a 7-inch Android tablet that fits in one hand, but its middle-ground size and possible contract requirements limit its appeal.
6.0
uk.pcmag.com
✓ explicit
11/04/2012
Carrier review · Verizon Android tablet
Verdict
The Verizon Galaxy Tab has good hardware and long video battery life, but its carrier-branded app store makes it the least appealing Galaxy Tab model for now.
7.0
pcworld.com
✓ explicit
23/11/2010
Hands-on review · Sprint Android tablet
Verdict
The Sprint Galaxy Tab is a compact, well-built Android tablet that is easy to hold, but the extra hotspot fee and slow charging hold it back.
9.0
chip.de
≈ estimated
18/10/2010
Lab test · Android iPad rival
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab is a strong iPad alternative with quick touch response and wide video format support, though its screen and battery life trail Apple's tablet.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Samsung Galaxy Tab CDMA (2GB + 32GB)

  • Portable and lightweight 7-inch form factor, described as 'stout and sturdy' and 'pocketable'
  • High-quality display that is sharp and clear with great viewing angles
  • Excellent build quality and 'top-notch' hardware
  • Equipped with both front and rear cameras, offering more versatility than early competitors
  • Support for Adobe Flash and a wide range of existing Android Market apps
  • Expandable storage via a useful microSD card slot

What customers don't like about Samsung Galaxy Tab CDMA (2GB + 32GB)

  • Software experience often felt like a 'supersized phone' rather than a dedicated tablet interface
  • Lack of tablet-optimized apps during its initial release period
  • High cost, especially without carrier contracts, and reliance on monthly data plans
  • Proprietary charging connector instead of standard micro-USB
  • Reflective screen and a slippery back casing that often required a separate case
  • Occasional software sluggishness or stuttering in the touchscreen interface

Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (2019) is a compact, entry-level tablet featuring an 8-inch TFT display with a 1280 x 800 resolution and a 16:10 aspect ratio. It is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 429 quad-core processor clocked at 2.0 GHz, paired with 2GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage, which can be expanded up to 512GB via a microSD card. Key characteristics include a portable 345g metal unibody design, a long-lasting 5,100mAh battery providing up to 14 hours of use, and dual speakers with Dolby Atmos support. Main pros are its lightweight build, reliable battery life, and child-friendly features like Samsung Kids Home. However, some cons include a lower-resolution display compared to premium models and potential performance lag when running intensive applications due to the limited 2GB of RAM.

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