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Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 4G (2GB + 16GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£460RAM capacity:2 GBInternal storage:16 GBScreen size:8.4 inchesChipset:Qualcomm Snapdragon 800

Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 4G (2GB + 16GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 28 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

7.3/10

Overall score

Score
7.3/ 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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â–² Better than 62% of models
Score components

35%

5.8

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

8.4

Reviews score

10%

9.1

Sentiment score

â–²Better than 62% of tablets
7.5

Value for money

Value for money
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
Score components

70%

7.3

Overall score

30%

8.1

Price

â–¼Worse than 57%
5.8

Technical score

Technical score
5.8/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
Score components

22%

5.7

Performance

20%

5.3

Display

16%

6.8

Camera

14%

4.2

Battery

12%

6.5

Connectivity

8%

6.5

Software

5%

6.7

Design

3%

5.7

Audio

â–¼Worse than 60%
8.4

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.4/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 86% of models

80%

8.3

Average grade

20%

8.7

Popularity

Grades by review (28)
14 reviews: 8 with a printed score, 6 estimated from the review. 14 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–²Better than 86%
?

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~ £460
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 + 16GB2GB + 32GB

What reviewers say about the Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 4G (2GB + 16GB)

Based on 14 · 15

Reviewers love the bright display and compact, light design, but criticize short battery life and an awkward interface.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
Pick a topic to see who said what

What owners say about the Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 4G (2GB + 16GB)

Based on 164 owners sharing their experience in online comments

60%positive11%mixed29%negative

Owners most appreciate the sharp screen and value, while outdated software and occasional instability remain the main frustrations.

What owners dislike

  • Samsung stopped official updates at KitKat, so Lollipop never arrived and newer apps stop working; owners install custom ROMs like CyanogenMod to get newer Android.12
  • Odin flashing or custom ROM installs sometimes fail and leave the tablet stuck on the boot logo or in Download mode with a 'could not boot' message.11
  • The stock TouchWiz interface freezes and stutters, especially on the homescreen and when scrolling web pages, and some owners swapped in a launcher to fix it.9
  • Disabling Knox in SuperSU can hang on its loading screen or fail the first time; a reboot, then trying again, usually works.7
  • Some owners see the tablet restart randomly, even many times a day, often when locking or unlocking, and say it began after rooting.6
  • The battery wears out over time, and the tablet can switch off suddenly below about 20 percent charge; owners replace the battery themselves.4
  • Some units have defects: a screen lifting from the bezel that creaks, a touchscreen that acts on its own, or a sunken sleep button.4

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

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Technical Specifications of tablet Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 4G (2GB + 16GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.8/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
Score components:

22%

5.7

Performance

20%

5.3

Display

16%

6.8

Camera

14%

4.2

Battery

12%

6.5

Connectivity

8%

6.5

Software

5%

6.7

Design

3%

5.7

Audio

5.8
Reviews score
8.4
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
Score components:

70%

7.3

Overall score

30%

8.1

Price

7.5
RAM capacity
2 GB
Market range: <1 GB – >8 GB
This tablet has 2 GB of RAM, which is less than 61.3% of tablets and equal to 15.5% 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 800
This tablet runs on Qualcomm Snapdragon 800, which is more advanced than 64.1% of tablets and equal to 1.3% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Screen resolution
2560×1600
This tablet has a 2560×1600 screen, which is sharper than 77.5% of tablets and equal to 10% 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
359 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 359 ppi, which is higher than 98.5% of tablets and equal to 1% 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
8 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a rear camera with 8 MP resolution, which is higher than 36.4% of tablets and equal to 31.9% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
2 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 2 MP resolution, which is lower than 53.8% of tablets and equal to 25.5% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
f/2.4
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/2.4, which is narrower than 70% of tablets and equal to 17.5% of tablets.
Optical zoom
N/A
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What reviewers say
Battery capacity
4,800 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 4,800 mAh battery capacity, which is smaller than 74.9% of tablets and equal to 1.5% of tablets.
Charging speed
10.6 W
Market range: <10 W – >45 W
This tablet charges at 10.6 W, which is slower than 60.4% of tablets and equal to 0.4% 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.
web browsing
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
yes
This tablet has built-in LTE. 57.1% 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
336 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 336 g, which is lighter than 86% 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
no
This tablet does not support a keyboard accessory. 84.3% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
N/A
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What reviewers say
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
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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What reviewers say

Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 4G (2GB + 16GB) vs the average tablet

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  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 62.4% sharper screen detail
    This tablet has sharper screen detail than the average tablet (359 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    359 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • Sharper display
    This tablet has a sharper screen than the average tablet (2560×1600 vs 1920×1200).
    2,560×1,600 vs 1,920×1,200
  • More advanced graphics
    This tablet has more advanced graphics than the average tablet (Adreno 330 vs Mali-G51).
    Adreno 330 vs Mali-G51
  • Supports LTE
    This tablet supports LTE, while the average tablet does not. 42.9% of tablets support LTE.
  • Better main-camera video
    This tablet supports better main-camera video recording than the average tablet (1080x60 fps vs 1080x30 fps). The average tablet supports 1080x30 fps main-camera video recording.
    1080x60 fps vs 1080x30 fps
  • 31.4% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (336 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    336 g vs 490 g
  • Manual focus control
    This tablet supports manual focus, while the average tablet does not. 36.9% of tablets support manual focus.
  • 20.0% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.4/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–² Better than 86% of models

    80%

    8.3

    Average grade

    20%

    8.7

    Popularity

    Grades by review (28)
    14 reviews: 8 with a printed score, 6 estimated from the review. 14 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.
    8.4 vs 7.0
  • 21.3% higher sentiment score
    9.1 vs 7.5
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • More advanced graphics
    This tablet has more advanced graphics than the average tablet (Adreno 330 vs Mali-G51).
    Adreno 330 vs Mali-G51
  • 15% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (2.3 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    2.3 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 62.4% sharper screen detail
    This tablet has sharper screen detail than the average tablet (359 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    359 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • Sharper display
    This tablet has a sharper screen than the average tablet (2560×1600 vs 1920×1200).
    2,560×1,600 vs 1,920×1,200
  • 10 nits higher typical brightness
    This tablet has a higher typical brightness than the average tablet (410 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    410 nits vs 400 nits
  • Better main-camera video
    This tablet supports better main-camera video recording than the average tablet (1080x60 fps vs 1080x30 fps). The average tablet supports 1080x30 fps main-camera video recording.
    1080x60 fps vs 1080x30 fps
  • 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.
  • Supports LTE
    This tablet supports LTE, while the average tablet does not. 42.9% of tablets support LTE.
  • 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.
  • 31.4% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (336 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    336 g vs 490 g
  • 46.8 mm narrower
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (128.5 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    128.5 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • 0.8 mm thinner
    This tablet is thinner than the average tablet (7.2 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    7.2 mm vs 8 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
  • 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
  • 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 fast charging
    This tablet does not support fast charging, while the average tablet does. 56.8% of tablets support fast charging.
  • 3 MP lower front resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution front camera than the average tablet (2 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    2 MP vs 5 MP
  • 2 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM than the average tablet (2 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    2 GB vs 4 GB
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This tablet has a narrower front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's front camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • 76.9% more expensive
    Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 4G (2GB + 16GB) is more expensive than the average tablet (£460 vs £260).
    £460 vs £260
  • 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
  • 2 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM than the average tablet (2 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    2 GB vs 4 GB
  • 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.
    February 2014
    2014 vs 2019
  • 14.1% less memory bandwidth
    This tablet has less memory bandwidth than the average tablet (12.8 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has 14.9 GB/s of memory bandwidth.
    12.8 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • 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
  • 1.7 inches smaller screen
    This tablet has a smaller screen than the average tablet (8.4 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    8.4 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 3 MP lower front resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution front camera than the average tablet (2 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    2 MP vs 5 MP
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This tablet has a narrower front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's front camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • 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.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This tablet has a narrower main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's main camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • No fast charging
    This tablet does not support fast charging, while the average tablet does. 56.8% of tablets support fast charging.
  • 27.3% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a smaller battery capacity than the average tablet (4,800 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    4,800 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • 41.1% slower charging
    This tablet charges slower than the average tablet (10.6 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    10.6 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 (4 vs 5).
    4 vs 5
  • 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 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 keyboard accessory
    This tablet does not support a keyboard accessory, the average tablet does. 84.2% of tablets support a keyboard accessory.

Video reviews

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

9.5
TheDigitalDigest
≈ estimated
01/06/2014
Full review · display, performance and software tests
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 4G is one of the best tablets the reviewer has seen and is recommended to everyone despite minor drawbacks.
8.0
Pocketnow
≈ estimated
14/03/2014
Hands-on review · five days of testing and gaming
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 4G is a solid, enjoyable small tablet, held back by software quirks and weak speakers.
8.0
Android Authority
≈ estimated
08/03/2014
Hands-on review · performance, display, battery and software
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 4G is a powerful all-purpose tablet with a great display, but its high price and bloated interface may not suit everyone.
9.0
Dom Esposito
≈ estimated
05/03/2014
Hands-on review · performance, camera and battery observations
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 4G is one of the best Android tablets available, slim and powerful with an attractive display.
9.0
The YouTube Tech Guy
≈ estimated
02/03/2014
Hands-on review · gaming performance tests
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 4G runs demanding games very smoothly, with good graphics and responsive controls.
8.0
DetroitBORG
≈ estimated
22/02/2014
Unboxing and review · camera, benchmark and software tests
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 4G is an impressive tablet, but the Samsung software overlay slows it down and needs watching.
9.0
PhoneArena
≈ estimated
21/02/2014
In-depth review · camera, battery and gaming tests
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 4G is recommended for buyers who accept the high price, with a strong screen, speed and battery in a light body.
9.0
H2TechVideos
≈ estimated
17/02/2014
Pros and cons · first days of use
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 4G is worth buying for its screen and speed, though the missing S Pen support is a letdown.
9.0
TechSmartt
≈ estimated
16/02/2014
Hands-on review · a week of use and battery observations
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 4G is recommended for its comfortable grip, neat design and sharp display.
9.5
The YouTube Tech Guy
≈ estimated
13/03/2014
Short review · impressions of speed, speakers and camera
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 4G is called the best tablet for its size and price, with a light build and strong multimedia.
8.0
Engadget
≈ estimated
12/03/2014
Short hands-on review · display and performance
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 4G is a good little tablet overall, as long as you can overlook its faults.
8.0
Danny Winget
≈ estimated
18/02/2014
First impressions · unboxing and benchmarks
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 4G shows a very promising display and build, with full judgement on performance still to come.

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
pcmag.com
✓ explicit
11/03/2014
Hands-on test · Premium Android tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 is a fast, sharp, thin 8-inch Android tablet, but its price makes it hard to recommend over cheaper rivals.
8.5
pocketnow.com
✓ explicit
15/03/2014
Seven-day test · Multimedia tablet
Verdict
The TabPRO 8.4 suits people who want a compact tablet for games, video and multitasking, if they don't mind a small lag going back to the home screen.
9.0
newatlas.com
≈ estimated
27/03/2014
Hands-on review · Small premium tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 is a light, thin tablet with a sharp screen that suits people who want a small device, though its battery trails the iPad mini.
8.0
zdnet.com
≈ estimated
17/04/2014
First look · Compact premium tablet
Verdict
The TabPRO 8.4 is a comfortable, sharp tablet with useful multitasking, but its price and weak speakers hold it back.
7.0
reviewed.com
≈ estimated
25/06/2014
Lab test · Thin 8-inch tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 has an excellent screen and a light, comfortable body, but its battery runs down too fast for a long day of use.
8.0
itpro.com
✓ explicit
11/08/2014
Full review · Business-focused tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 suits businesses that want a small, secure tablet with Knox, but its weak battery and high price are real drawbacks.
8.0
engadget.com
≈ estimated
12/03/2014
Hands-on review · Premium 8-inch tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 is a good-looking, sharp tablet for movies and multitasking, but its battery lasts noticeably less than rival tablets.
8.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
18/03/2014
Hands-on review · Compact premium tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 is a sharp, light and powerful compact tablet, but its plastic build feels cheap and it costs more than the iPad mini 2.
8.0
t3.com
✓ explicit
08/01/2014
Review · Mid-size Android tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 is the best Samsung tablet yet, with a sharp, bright screen and smooth performance, but its battery and TouchWiz software let it down.
7.0
trustedreviews.com
✓ explicit
17/01/2014
Review · Compact tablet for travel
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 is a solid, handy tablet for use on the move, but its oversaturated screen and short battery keep it from standing out.
phonearena.com
20/02/2014
Not graded yet
8.2
connect.de
✓ explicit
13/06/2014
Lab test · Business tablet
Verdict
The Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 is a light, thin tablet with strong battery life that suits business use, though its low built-in storage is a drawback.
7.7
pcwelt.de
✓ explicit
17/06/2014
Full review · Business Android tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 is smooth and sharp, but its short battery life of about five hours of video keeps it out of the top tablets.
8.0
computerwoche.de
≈ estimated
21/06/2014
Review · Business tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy TabPRO 8.4 is smooth and sharp, but its short battery life of about five hours of video keeps it out of the top rankings.
8.0
tweakers.net
≈ estimated
30/04/2014
Benchmark test · Compact tablet
Verdict
The TabPro 8.4 is one of Samsung's smoothest tablets and fast for its size, but it trails the iPads on battery life and graphics.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 4G (2GB + 16GB)

  • Stunning high-resolution display (2560 x 1600) with exceptional pixel density and natural color reproduction
  • Ultra-portable, thin, and lightweight design that is comfortable for one-handed use
  • Powerful Snapdragon 800 processor provides fast overall performance for apps and gaming
  • Includes a microSD card slot for expandable storage
  • Productive multitasking features like Multi Window support
  • 4G/LTE connectivity allows for mobile data use and, in some regions, phone call capabilities

What customers don't like about Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 4G (2GB + 16GB)

  • Battery life is shorter than many competitors, especially during intensive tasks or high screen brightness
  • Samsung's TouchWiz and Magazine UX software can feel bloated and cause occasional UI stuttering
  • The faux-leather plastic construction lacks a premium metal feel compared to rivals
  • Stereo speaker placement on the bottom edge is easily muffled when held in landscape mode
  • High initial launch price made it less competitive than budget Android alternatives
  • Lack of native S-Pen/stylus support despite the 'Pro' branding
  • Capacitive buttons can be easily triggered by accident when holding the device in landscape

Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 4G is a premium compact tablet featuring an 8.4-inch Super Clear LCD with a high WQXGA resolution of 2560 x 1600 pixels (359 ppi). It is powered by a quad-core 2.3GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 processor paired with 2GB of RAM and 16GB of internal storage, expandable via a microSDXC slot up to 64GB. The device supports 4G LTE connectivity, features an 8MP rear camera with LED flash, a 2MP front camera, and a 4,800mAh battery, all housed in a thin 7.2mm chassis weighing 331g. Main pros include its exceptionally sharp and vibrant display, lightweight and portable design, and solid performance for gaming and multitasking. However, notable cons include occasional software lag within the TouchWiz interface, limited internal storage out of the box, and poor speaker placement that is easily muffled when held in landscape mode.

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