Name: Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB)
Brand: Samsung

Technical Specifications of tablet Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB)

Overall score

5.9

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Popularity

What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.

When it matters: When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.

Performance

6.3

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Brand name

What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.

When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

Samsung

RAM capacity

What it is: The amount of volatile memory available for running apps and multitasking.

When it matters: When you use multiple apps at once or want smoother multitasking without reloads.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=8 GB

Process node

What it is: The size of the manufacturing process used to create the chip's transistors, measured in nanometers (nm). Smaller nodes generally indicate more advanced, power-efficient chips.

When it matters: When you want a chipset that is more power-efficient and generates less heat.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <7 nm

Internal storage

What it is: The total built-in space available for apps, media, and files.

When it matters: When you keep large libraries of photos, videos, and apps directly on your device.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=128 GB

Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

What it is: A cross-platform benchmark by Primate Labs that measures single-core CPU performance. It reflects how quickly a device handles everyday tasks that rely on a single processing core.

When it matters: When you want snappy responsiveness in everyday interactions and simple apps.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >1300

Display

7.0

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Screen resolution

What it is: The total number of pixels displayed on the screen, expressed as width x height, determining sharpness.

When it matters: When you want text and media to look sharper on a larger display.

Importance: HIGH

Refresh rate

What it is: The number of times per second the display updates the image, measured in Hertz (Hz); higher rates offer smoother motion.

When it matters: When you want scrolling to feel fluid and games to look smoother.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=120 Hz

Display type

What it is: The specific technology used for the screen panel (e.g., OLED, IPS LCD), influencing contrast, color, and efficiency.

When it matters: When you care about vibrant colors, deep blacks, and battery efficiency.

Importance: HIGH

Pixel density

What it is: The concentration of pixels on the display, measured in pixels per inch (PPI), affecting image clarity.

When it matters: When you read a lot, look at fine details, or want text and graphics to look cleaner at close range.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >250 ppi

Display glass type

What it is: The specific brand or model of strengthened glass used to protect the screen from scratches and drops.

When it matters: When drops, scratches, or long-term screen wear are a concern in daily use.

Importance: HIGH

Camera

6.0

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Optical image stabilization

What it is: A hardware mechanism that physically moves the camera lens or sensor to counteract hand shakiness and reduce blur in photos and videos.

When it matters: When you want to reduce blur in photos and shake in videos, especially in low light.

Importance: HIGH

Main camera megapixels

What it is: The resolution of the primary rear camera sensor, measured in millions of pixels (MP). Higher megapixels can capture more detail.

When it matters: When you want to capture high-resolution images that can be cropped or printed large.

Importance: HIGH

Front camera megapixels

What it is: The resolution of the front-facing camera, measured in megapixels, determining the detail level of selfies.

When it matters: When you want detailed selfies or high-quality video for calls and streaming.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=8 MP

Main camera aperture

What it is: The size of the lens opening (f-stop) that controls light entry. A lower f-number indicates a wider aperture, allowing better low-light shots.

When it matters: When you want better low-light performance or a natural background blur effect.

Importance: HIGH

Optical zoom

What it is: A true zoom feature that adjusts the camera lens to get closer to the subject without losing image quality, unlike digital zoom.

When it matters: When you want to get closer to a distant subject without losing image clarity.

Importance: HIGH

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Battery

4.4

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Battery capacity

What it is: The amount of electric charge the battery can hold, measured in milliampere-hours (mAh).

When it matters: When you want a stronger chance of longer battery life, especially if you use the tablet heavily away from a charger.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >8000 mAh

Charging speed

What it is: The maximum power input supported for wired charging, measured in Watts (W).

When it matters: When you are in a rush and need to top up your battery quickly.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >30 W

Battery life

What it is: An estimate of how long the tablet can run on one charge.

When it matters: When you do not want to recharge the tablet too often.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >10 hours

Wireless charging

What it is: The ability to charge the battery without cables by placing the device on a compatible charging pad.

When it matters: When you want to charge the tablet by placing it on a compatible pad.

Importance: MEDIUM

Fast charging

What it is: In the context of modern electronics, "Fast Charging" refers to any technology that delivers power significantly higher than the traditional USB baseline. While the industry standard for a basic charger is 5W (5V at 1A), a charger is generally classified as a fast charger if it provides at least 18W of power.

When it matters: When you want to minimize the time your tablet spends tethered to a wall outlet.

Importance: MEDIUM

Connectivity

5.5

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LTE support

What it is: Support for Long-Term Evolution (4G) networks, providing high-speed mobile data.

When it matters: When you need reliable mobile internet coverage in areas where 5G isn't available.

Importance: HIGH

Wi-Fi connectivity

What it is: The ability to connect to wireless local area networks for internet access and local networking.

When it matters: When you want to save mobile data and connect to home or public networks.

Importance: HIGH

GPS

What it is: Support for the Global Positioning System to determine the device's precise location.

When it matters: When you need accurate navigation for driving, walking, or exploring new places.

Importance: HIGH

5G connectivity

What it is: Support for the fifth generation of mobile network technology, offering significantly faster data speeds and lower latency.

When it matters: When you need the fastest possible mobile data speeds for streaming and downloading on the go.

Importance: MEDIUM

NFC

What it is: Near Field Communication technology that enables contactless payments, quick pairing, and data exchange over short distances.

When it matters: When you want to make contactless payments or quickly pair with compatible accessories.

Importance: MEDIUM

Software & Features

5.3

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Operating system

What it is: The primary system software that manages the tablet's hardware and software resources.

When it matters: When you have a preference for the user interface and app ecosystem.

Importance: HIGH

Update support duration

What it is: The expected length of software update support for the tablet.

When it matters: When you care about how long the tablet should keep getting software updates.

Importance: HIGH

Direct OS updates

What it is: Receives major operating system updates directly from the device maker or platform provider instead of waiting on extra intermediaries.

When it matters: When fast access to new Android or system features and security patches matters to you.

Importance: HIGH

On-device AI

What it is: A tablet feature related to on-device ai.

When it matters: When you use smart writing, photo, voice, or search features and want them to work faster or more privately on the tablet itself.

Importance: MEDIUM

App tracking protection

What it is: A system-level feature that limits how apps track user behavior across other apps and services.

When it matters: When you want to stop apps from following your activity across other companies' apps and websites.

Importance: MEDIUM

Design

6.8

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IP rating

What it is: A standardized code (Ingress Protection) indicating the device's resistance to dust and water intrusion.

When it matters: When you use the tablet around water, outdoors, or in dusty environments and want more durability.

Importance: MEDIUM

Weight

What it is: The total mass of the tablet, affecting how heavy it feels in the hand.

When it matters: When you want the tablet to be easier to carry and hold for longer sessions.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <500 g

Backlit keyboard

What it is: A keyboard with illuminated keys for easier typing in darker environments.

When it matters: When you type in dim rooms or low light.

Importance: MEDIUM

Keyboard accessory

What it is: Support for a keyboard accessory made for the tablet.

When it matters: When you want the tablet to work more like a small laptop.

Importance: MEDIUM

Pen latency

What it is: The delay between stylus input and the line or action appearing on screen, usually measured in milliseconds.

When it matters: When you want stylus input to feel quicker and more natural.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <10 ms

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Audio & Multimedia

4.5

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Number of microphones

What it is: The total count of microphones on the device, used for audio recording, noise cancellation, and voice isolation.

When it matters: When you want clear audio recording and better noise cancellation during calls.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=2

aptX Adaptive

What it is: A Bluetooth codec that dynamically adjusts bitrate to balance audio quality and connection stability.

When it matters: When you use wireless headphones in changing environments and want better audio quality without sacrificing connection stability.

Importance: MEDIUM

Dolby Atmos support

What it is: Support for Dolby Atmos audio playback or processing.

When it matters: When you want more immersive sound from compatible movies, games, or music.

Importance: MEDIUM

N. of speakers

What it is: The number of built-in speakers used for audio playback.

When it matters: When you want fuller sound without always using headphones.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=4

FM radio

What it is: A built-in receiver allowing users to listen to local FM radio stations using wired headphones as an antenna.

When it matters: When you want to listen to local radio stations without using mobile data.

Importance: LOW

Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) vs the average tablet

Why is Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) better than the average tablet?

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Wider color gamut
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) supports a wider color gamut than the average tablet (Adobe RGB vs sRGB). The average tablet covers sRGB color gamut.
What it is: The range of colors the display is able to reproduce.
When it matters: When you care about how rich and accurate colors look on screen.
Importance: MEDIUM
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) supports a wider color gamut than the average tablet (Adobe RGB vs sRGB). The average tablet covers sRGB color gamut.Adobe RGB vs sRGB
Better display type
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) features a better display type than the average tablet (OLED/AMOLED vs IPS LCD). The average tablet uses IPS LCD display technology.
What it is: The specific technology used for the screen panel (e.g., OLED, IPS LCD), influencing contrast, color, and efficiency.
When it matters: When you care about vibrant colors, deep blacks, and battery efficiency.
Importance: HIGH
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) features a better display type than the average tablet (OLED/AMOLED vs IPS LCD). The average tablet uses IPS LCD display technology.OLED/AMOLED vs IPS LCD
Better chipset
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
What it is: The official model name of the processor platform used in the tablet.
When it matters: When you want the tablet to feel fast in everyday use, handle heavier apps smoothly, or stay capable for longer.
Importance: HIGH
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 vs MediaTek MT8169A
Higher contrast ratio
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) has a higher contrast ratio than the average tablet (1,000,000:1 vs 1,120:1). The average tablet contrast ratio is 1,120:1.
What it is: The ratio between the luminance of the brightest white and the darkest black the display can produce.
When it matters: When you want punchy colors and true blacks for an immersive viewing experience.
Importance: MEDIUM
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) has a higher contrast ratio than the average tablet (1,000,000:1 vs 1,120:1). The average tablet contrast ratio is 1,120:1.1,000,000:1 vs 1,120:1
102 nits higher typical brightness
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) has a higher typical brightness than the average tablet (502 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
What it is: The usual screen brightness the display can sustain in normal use, usually measured in nits.
When it matters: When screen readability matters in everyday indoor or outdoor use.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: >400 nits
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) has a higher typical brightness than the average tablet (502 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.502 nits vs 400 nits
Better IP rating
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) has a better IP rating than the average tablet (IP67 vs not rated). Water and dust protection are still uncommon on tablets.
What it is: A standardized code (Ingress Protection) indicating the device's resistance to dust and water intrusion.
When it matters: When you use the tablet around water, outdoors, or in dusty environments and want more durability.
Importance: MEDIUM
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) has a better IP rating than the average tablet (IP67 vs not rated). Water and dust protection are still uncommon on tablets.IP67 vs not rated
Higher screen resolution
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) has a higher screen resolution than the average tablet (2560×1600 vs 1920×1200). The average tablet resolution is 1920×1200.
What it is: The total number of pixels displayed on the screen, expressed as width x height, determining sharpness.
When it matters: When you want text and media to look sharper on a larger display.
Importance: HIGH
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) has a higher screen resolution than the average tablet (2560×1600 vs 1920×1200). The average tablet resolution is 1920×1200.2560×1600 vs 1920×1200
28.6% higher pixel density
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) has a higher pixel density than the average tablet (288 ppi vs 224 ppi). The average tablet has pixel density of 224 ppi.
What it is: The concentration of pixels on the display, measured in pixels per inch (PPI), affecting image clarity.
When it matters: When you read a lot, look at fine details, or want text and graphics to look cleaner at close range.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >250 ppi
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) has a higher pixel density than the average tablet (288 ppi vs 224 ppi). The average tablet has pixel density of 224 ppi.288 ppi vs 224 ppi
Better chipset
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
2 more CPU threads
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) has more CPU threads than the average tablet (8 vs 6). The average tablet has 6 CPU threads.
Supports external displays
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) has more supported external displays than the average tablet (yes vs no). The average tablet supports no external displays.
2 more GPU execution units
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) has more GPU execution units than the average tablet (6 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
Wider color gamut
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) supports a wider color gamut than the average tablet (Adobe RGB vs sRGB). The average tablet covers sRGB color gamut.
Better display type
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) features a better display type than the average tablet (OLED/AMOLED vs IPS LCD). The average tablet uses IPS LCD display technology.
Higher contrast ratio
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) has a higher contrast ratio than the average tablet (1,000,000:1 vs 1,120:1). The average tablet contrast ratio is 1,120:1.
102 nits higher typical brightness
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) has a higher typical brightness than the average tablet (502 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
Higher screen resolution
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) has a higher screen resolution than the average tablet (2560×1600 vs 1920×1200). The average tablet resolution is 1920×1200.
28.6% higher pixel density
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) has a higher pixel density than the average tablet (288 ppi vs 224 ppi). The average tablet has pixel density of 224 ppi.
145 nits higher peak brightness
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) has a higher peak brightness than the average tablet (546 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits peak brightness.
240 Hz higher PWM dimming frequency
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) has a higher PWM dimming frequency than the average tablet (240 Hz vs 0 Hz). The average tablet has PWM dimming frequency of 0 Hz.
64 ppi higher screen sharpness
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) has a higher screen sharpness than the average tablet (288 ppi vs 224 ppi). The average tablet has screen sharpness of 224 ppi.
Better display glass type
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) uses better display glass than the average tablet (Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs Corning Gorilla Glass). Display glass choice still varies across tablets.
0.4 inches larger screen size
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) has a higher screen size than the average tablet (10.5 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet has screen size of 10.1 inches.
Supports slow-motion recording
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) supports slow-motion recording, the average tablet does not. 38% of tablets offer slow-mo.
Has a flash
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) features a built-in flash, the average tablet does not. 45.2% of tablets include a flash.
1 more flash LEDs
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) has more flash LEDs than the average tablet (1 vs 0). The average tablet has 0 flash LEDs.
19.7% larger battery capacity
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) has a higher battery capacity than the average tablet (7,900 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6,600 mAh.
1 hours longer battery life
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) offers longer battery life than the average tablet (11 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
Has a fingerprint scanner
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) offers a better fingerprint scanner setup than the average tablet (yes vs no). Fingerprint scanner quality still varies a lot between tablets.
Has HDMI output
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) supports HDMI output, the average tablet does not. 49.6% of tablets offer direct HDMI connectivity.
Has an infrared sensor
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) includes an infrared sensor, the average tablet does not. 16.2% of tablets feature an IR blaster.
Supports full-page screenshots
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) supports full-page screenshots, the average tablet does not. 49.5% of tablets support full-page screenshots.
Better IP rating
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) has a better IP rating than the average tablet (IP67 vs not rated). Water and dust protection are still uncommon on tablets.
Suitable for drawing
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) is suitable for drawing, the average tablet is not. 40.3% of tablets are suitable for drawing.
1.4 mm thinner
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) is thinner than the average tablet (6.6 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
Good for kids
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) is suitable for kids, the average tablet is not. 23.6% of tablets are suitable for kids.

Why is Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) worse than the average tablet?

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75% less storage
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) has less internal storage than the average tablet (16 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet provides 64 GB of internal storage.
2x larger process node
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) uses a larger process node than the average tablet (28 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet uses a process node of 14 nm.
1 GB less RAM
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) has less RAM capacity than the average tablet (3 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
2,106 points lower PassMark benchmark
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) achieves a lower PassMark benchmark result than the average tablet (305 points vs 2,411 points). The average tablet scores 2,411 points in PassMark.
40% higher TDP
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) has a lower TDP than the average tablet (3 W vs 5 W). The average tablet has a TDP of 5 W.
Supports older OpenGL ES version
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) supports a lower OpenGL ES version than the average tablet (3 vs 3.2). The average tablet supports OpenGL ES version 3.2.
95 MHz lower GPU turbo clock
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) has a lower GPU turbo speed than the average tablet (600 MHz vs 695 MHz). The average tablet has GPU turbo speed of 695 MHz.
Supports older OpenCL version
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) supports a lower OpenCL version than the average tablet (1.1 vs 2.0). The average tablet supports OpenCL version 2.0.
967.5 points lower Geekbench 5 multi-core benchmark score
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) achieves a lower Geekbench 5 multi-core benchmark score than the average tablet (548 points vs 1,515.5 points). The average tablet scores 1,515.5 points in Geekbench 5 multi-core.
50% less L1 cache
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) has less L1 cache than the average tablet (32 KB vs 64 KB). The average tablet has 64 KB of L1 cache.
Narrower front camera aperture
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) has a worse front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 front camera aperture.
No manual white balance
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) does not allow manual white balance adjustments, the average tablet does. 51.2% of tablets include white balance controls.
2.9 MP lower front camera megapixels
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) has less front camera megapixels than the average tablet (2.1 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has 5 MP front camera resolution.
Narrower main camera aperture
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) has a worse main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 main camera aperture.
44.4% slower charging speed
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) supports slower charging than the average tablet (10 W vs 18 W). The average tablet supports charging speed of 18 W.
Lacks USB Type-C
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) lacks a USB Type-C port, the average tablet includes one. 51.8% of tablets use USB Type-C.
USB Type-C port is not present.
Older Bluetooth version
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) uses an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (4 vs 5.0). The average tablet uses Bluetooth 5.0.
Bluetooth version: 4.0.
Shorter update support
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) offers shorter update support than the average tablet (short vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
Does not receive direct OS updates
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) does not support direct OS updates, the average tablet does. 79.4% of tablets support direct OS updates.
No picture-in-picture
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) does not support picture-in-picture, the average tablet does. 61.1% of tablets support picture-in-picture.
Lacks dark mode
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) does not support dark mode, the average tablet does. 56.6% of tablets have dark mode.
68.8 mm wider
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) is wider than the average tablet (247.3 mm vs 178.5 mm). The average tablet is 178.5 mm wide.
5 year/s older release date
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) is an older model than the average tablet (2,014 vs 2,019).
July 2,014
47.3 mm taller
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) is taller than the average tablet (247.3 mm vs 200 mm). The average tablet is 200 mm tall.
Lacks USB Type-C
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) lacks a USB Type-C port, the average tablet includes one. 51.8% of tablets use USB Type-C.
USB Type-C port is not present.
What it is: A modern, reversible connector used for charging, data transfer, and sometimes audio or video output.
When it matters: When you want a reversible cable that handles charging, data, and accessories universally.
Importance: MEDIUM
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) lacks a USB Type-C port, the average tablet includes one. 51.8% of tablets use USB Type-C.
Shorter update support
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) offers shorter update support than the average tablet (short vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
What it is: The expected length of software update support for the tablet.
When it matters: When you care about how long the tablet should keep getting software updates.
Importance: HIGH
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) offers shorter update support than the average tablet (short vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.short vs medium
Does not receive direct OS updates
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) does not support direct OS updates, the average tablet does. 79.4% of tablets support direct OS updates.
What it is: Receives major operating system updates directly from the device maker or platform provider instead of waiting on extra intermediaries.
When it matters: When fast access to new Android or system features and security patches matters to you.
Importance: HIGH
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) does not support direct OS updates, the average tablet does. 79.4% of tablets support direct OS updates.
Narrower front camera aperture
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) has a worse front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 front camera aperture.
What it is: The f-stop value of the front camera lens, affecting light intake and background blur in selfies.
When it matters: When you take selfies in low light and want them to appear brighter.
Importance: MEDIUM
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) has a worse front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 front camera aperture.f/2.4 vs f/2.2
No picture-in-picture
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) does not support picture-in-picture, the average tablet does. 61.1% of tablets support picture-in-picture.
What it is: Support for keeping compatible video or calls in a small floating window.
When it matters: When you want video or calls to stay visible while using another app.
Importance: MEDIUM
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) does not support picture-in-picture, the average tablet does. 61.1% of tablets support picture-in-picture.
No manual white balance
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) does not allow manual white balance adjustments, the average tablet does. 51.2% of tablets include white balance controls.
What it is: Allows the user to adjust color temperature settings to ensure accurate color reproduction in different lighting conditions.
When it matters: When you need to correct color casts caused by artificial lighting.
Importance: LOW
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) does not allow manual white balance adjustments, the average tablet does. 51.2% of tablets include white balance controls.
75% less storage
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) has less internal storage than the average tablet (16 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet provides 64 GB of internal storage.
What it is: The total built-in space available for apps, media, and files.
When it matters: When you keep large libraries of photos, videos, and apps directly on your device.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >=128 GB
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) has less internal storage than the average tablet (16 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet provides 64 GB of internal storage.16 GB vs 64 GB
2x larger process node
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) uses a larger process node than the average tablet (28 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet uses a process node of 14 nm.
What it is: The size of the manufacturing process used to create the chip's transistors, measured in nanometers (nm). Smaller nodes generally indicate more advanced, power-efficient chips.
When it matters: When you want a chipset that is more power-efficient and generates less heat.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: <7 nm
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Cellular (3GB + 16GB) uses a larger process node than the average tablet (28 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet uses a process node of 14 nm.28 nm vs 14 nm

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