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Samsung Galaxy Tab P1000 3G (0.5GB + 16GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£700RAM capacity:0.5 GBInternal storage:16 GBScreen size:7 inchesChipset:?

Samsung Galaxy Tab P1000 3G (0.5GB + 16GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 9 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Samsung Galaxy Tab P1000 3G (0.5GB + 16GB)
5.9/10

Overall score

Score
5.9/ 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%

4.9

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

4.9

Reviews score

10%

?

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

▼Worse than 90% of tablets
6.2

Value for money

Value for money
6.2/ 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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▼ Worse than 98% of models
Score components

70%

5.9

Overall score

30%

6.8

Price

▼Worse than 98%
4.9

Technical score

Technical score
4.9/ 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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▼ Worse than 90% of models
Score components

22%

4.2

Performance

20%

5.2

Display

16%

6.1

Camera

14%

2.6

Battery

12%

5.9

Connectivity

8%

5.9

Software

5%

6.1

Design

3%

4.8

Audio

▼Worse than 90%
4.9

Reviews score

Reviews score
4.9/ 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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▼ Worse than 93% of models

4.9

Mark 7.6 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

7.6

Average grade

20%

7.6

Popularity

Grades by review (9)
4 reviews: 0 with a printed score, 4 estimated from the review. 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.
▼Worse than 93%
?

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
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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:
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What reviewers say about the Samsung Galaxy Tab P1000 3G (0.5GB + 16GB)

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Reviewers praise the smooth performance and easy interface, but find it bulky and web browsing frustrating.
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Technical Specifications of tablet Samsung Galaxy Tab P1000 3G (0.5GB + 16GB)

Technical score
Technical score
4.9/ 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
▼ Worse than 90% of models
Score components:

22%

4.2

Performance

20%

5.2

Display

16%

6.1

Camera

14%

2.6

Battery

12%

5.9

Connectivity

8%

5.9

Software

5%

6.1

Design

3%

4.8

Audio

4.9
Reviews score
4.9
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
6.2/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 98% of models
Score components:

70%

5.9

Overall score

30%

6.8

Price

6.2
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
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
?
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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
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >120 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
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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What reviewers say
Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical stabilisation. 0.4% of tablets offer this.
Main camera megapixels
?
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
?
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
4,000 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
7 hours
Market range: <7 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 7 hours, which is shorter than that of 85.4% of tablets and equal to that of 5.5% 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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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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What reviewers say
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
?
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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What reviewers say
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
yes
This tablet includes an FM radio. 81.1% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say

Samsung Galaxy Tab P1000 3G (0.5GB + 16GB) vs the average tablet

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  • 200 nits higher typical brightness
    This tablet has a higher typical brightness than the average tablet (600 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    600 nits vs 400 nits
  • 199 nits brighter screen
    This tablet is brighter than the average tablet (600 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    600 nits vs 401 nits
  • Includes anti-reflection coating
    This tablet has anti-reflection coating, the average tablet does not. 24.6% of tablets use anti-reflection coating.
  • 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
  • Built-in camera flash
    This tablet has a camera flash, while the average tablet does not. 45.5% of tablets have one.
  • 54.8 mm narrower
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (120.5 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    120.5 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • Supports HDMI output
    This tablet supports HDMI output, while the average tablet does not. 49.8% of tablets offer this.
  • 200 nits higher typical brightness
    This tablet has a higher typical brightness than the average tablet (600 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    600 nits vs 400 nits
  • 199 nits brighter screen
    This tablet is brighter than the average tablet (600 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    600 nits vs 401 nits
  • Includes anti-reflection coating
    This tablet has anti-reflection coating, the average tablet does not. 24.6% of tablets use anti-reflection coating.
  • Built-in camera flash
    This tablet has a camera flash, while the average tablet does not. 45.5% of tablets have one.
  • 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.
  • 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
  • 54.8 mm narrower
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (120.5 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    120.5 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
  • 30.0% lower review score
    Reviews score
    4.9/ 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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    ▼ Worse than 93% of models

    4.9

    Mark 7.6 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    7.6

    Average grade

    20%

    7.6

    Popularity

    Grades by review (9)
    4 reviews: 0 with a printed score, 4 estimated from the review. 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.
    4.9 vs 7.0
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 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 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (7 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    7 hours vs 10 hours
  • 30.0% lower review score
    Reviews score
    4.9/ 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
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▼ Worse than 93% of models

    4.9

    Mark 7.6 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    7.6

    Average grade

    20%

    7.6

    Popularity

    Grades by review (9)
    4 reviews: 0 with a printed score, 4 estimated from the review. 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.
    4.9 vs 7.0
  • 22.3% worse value for money
    Samsung Galaxy Tab P1000 3G (0.5GB + 16GB) has worse value for money than the average tablet (6.18 vs 7.6).
    6.18 vs 7.55
  • 2.69x more expensive
    Samsung Galaxy Tab P1000 3G (0.5GB + 16GB) 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
  • 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
  • 89.3% less memory bandwidth
    This tablet has less memory bandwidth than the average tablet (1.6 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has 14.9 GB/s of memory bandwidth.
    1.6 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • 69.2% slower GPU clock
    This tablet runs its GPU slower than the average tablet (200 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet runs its GPU at 650 MHz.
    200 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • 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.
  • 9 years older
    This tablet was released earlier than the average tablet (2010 vs 2019). The average tablet was released in 2019.
    October 2010
    2010 vs 2019
  • More basic memory type
    This tablet uses less advanced memory than the average tablet (LPDDR vs LPDDR3).
    LPDDR vs LPDDR3
  • 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 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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 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.
  • No timelapse video
    This tablet does not support timelapse video, while the average tablet does. 57.5% of tablets support timelapse video.
  • 3 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (7 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    7 hours vs 10 hours
  • 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 Ethernet support
    This tablet does not have Ethernet support, the average tablet does. 76.5% of tablets support Ethernet.
  • 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 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 multi-user mode
    User score
    8.0/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average of independent expert reviews and videos, graded by us; missing reviews count as 7/10.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how independent test sites and video reviewers rate the product in real use.
    Score distribution
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    ▼
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    Samsung Galaxy Tab P1000 3G
    the average tablet
    Samsung Galaxy Tab P1000 3G (0.5GB + 16GB) does not support multi-user mode, while the average tablet does. 73.8% 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 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.
  • 4 mm thicker
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (12 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    12 mm vs 8 mm

Video reviews

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

7.0
Old Mobile Community
≈ estimated
04/08/2024
Retro review · flashing, video and feature tests
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab P1000 3G is a nice retro collector's piece, but outdated Android and weak video make it poor for daily use.
8.0
Nick Diamond
≈ estimated
06/06/2013
Custom ROM test · apps, camera, GPS and games
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab P1000 3G runs very smoothly on this custom firmware, a good way to speed up the tablet.
7.0
WhiteHatDev
≈ estimated
21/07/2012
Comparison with Nexus 7 · hands-on app and game tests
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab P1000 3G feels dated next to the Nexus 7, though it is still useful as a pocket device.
7.0
Nick Diamond
≈ estimated
09/12/2013
First look · KitKat ROM with settings and widget checks
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab P1000 3G is lag-free and working well so far, but apps are not yet available on this build.
9.0
Nick Diamond
≈ estimated
02/12/2013
Hands-on review · feature and camera tests
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab P1000 3G is smooth and reliable on this ROM, one of the best options for the tablet right now.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

6.0
digitalreviews.net
≈ estimated
22/03/2012
Hands-on review · Smaller 7-inch model
Verdict
The 7-inch Galaxy P1000 is a reasonable buy against the 7.7-inch model, but its heavier body, duller colours and shorter battery make it a step behind.
9.0
chip.de
≈ estimated
18/10/2010
Lab test · 7-inch iPad rival
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab is a very good iPad competitor with quick touch response and a useful phone function, but its screen is dimmer and its battery shorter than Apple's.
8.0
frandroid.com
≈ estimated
03/05/2012
Hands-on test · Internet tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab is a very good Internet tablet for home and travel, though its high price, weak camera and wide body limit it.
8.0
generation-nt.com
≈ estimated
10/01/2011
Hands-on test · Phone and tablet hybrid
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab is a fast, versatile 7-inch Android tablet that doubles as a 3G phone, but its weight makes long reading sessions tiring.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Samsung Galaxy Tab P1000 3G (0.5GB + 16GB)

  • Highly portable 7-inch form factor that is easy to carry and hold in one hand
  • Versatile 3G connectivity allows for mobile data, SMS, and voice calls on the go
  • Excellent battery life for media consumption and casual browsing, often lasting 2-3 days with light use
  • Responsive touchscreen and smooth user interface for the time
  • Includes both front and rear cameras with an integrated flash, suitable for basic video calls
  • MicroSD card slot provides affordable storage expansion up to 32GB

What customers don't like about Samsung Galaxy Tab P1000 3G (0.5GB + 16GB)

  • Outdated operating system (Android 2.2/2.3) results in major modern app incompatibility
  • Extremely slow camera performance, with some users reporting up to 30 seconds to snap a picture
  • Non-removable battery makes replacements difficult and expensive once it degrades
  • Will not charge via USB from a PC; requires the mains charger due to power requirements
  • Older LCD screen lacks the vibrant colors and viewing angles found in Super AMOLED models
  • Can feel bulky or thick compared to more modern, slim tablet designs

Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy Tab P1000 3G is a compact 7-inch tablet featuring a 1024 x 600 TFT display protected by Corning Gorilla Glass and powered by a 1.0 GHz Cortex-A8 processor with 512MB of RAM. This specific model provides 16GB of internal storage, expandable via a microSDHC slot, and supports 3G HSPA connectivity alongside Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n for mobile internet access. Main characteristics include its portable 380g lightweight design, dual cameras (3.15 MP rear with LED flash and 1.3 MP front), and a 4,000 mAh battery offering up to 7 hours of video playback. Pros include its pocketable form factor, full telephony support for voice calls and SMS, and dedicated stereo speakers. However, notable cons are its outdated Android 2.2 Froyo operating system, lack of official modern app support, and the proprietary 30-pin charging connector instead of a standard USB port.

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