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Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 8 0 LTE (3GB + 64GB) Review | 168 Data compared

Avg. price:~£440RAM capacity:3 GBInternal storage:64 GBScreen size:8 inchesChipset:Qualcomm Snapdragon 652

Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 8 0 LTE (3GB + 64GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

5.7

Overall score

Score
5.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best Tablets on the market.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
Score components

90%

5.5

Technical score

10%

7.1

User score

â–¼Worse than 68% of tablets
5.5

Technical score

Technical score
5.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare Tablets based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
Score components

22%

4.9

Performance

20%

5.8

Display

16%

6.9

Camera

14%

3.0

Battery

12%

6.6

Connectivity

8%

6.1

Software & Features

5%

6.9

Design

3%

4.8

Audio & Multimedia

â–¼Worse than 69% of tablets
7.1

User score

User score
7.1/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
Score components

70%

7.8

User ratings

30%

5.5

Number of reviews

No reviews for this version.

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â–¼Worse than 83% of tablets
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Best prices

    N/A~ £440

Best rankings

Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.
Available versions:
3GB + 32GBCheck price
Other versions:
3GB + 64GB
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Technical Specifications of tablet Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 8 0 LTE (3GB + 64GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare Tablets based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
Score components:

22%

4.9

Performance

20%

5.8

Display

16%

6.9

Camera

14%

3.0

Battery

12%

6.6

Connectivity

8%

6.1

Software & Features

5%

6.9

Design

3%

4.8

Audio & Multimedia

5.5
User score
User score
7.1/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
Score components

70%

7.8

User ratings

30%

5.5

Number of reviews

No reviews for this version.

Check reviews from other versions.

7.1
Popularity
Popularity
5.5/ 10
✕
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.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 55% of models
Popularity:
Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 8 0 LTE (3GB + 64GB) has a user popularity of 5.5 points, which is lower than 54.9% of Tablets.
5.5
Value for money
Value for money
6.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
Score components:

60%

5.7

Overall score

40%

8.2

Price

6.4
RAM capacity
3 GB
RAM capacity
3 GB
â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
Market range: <2 GB – >12 GB
This tablet has a RAM capacity of 3 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 52.4% of tablets and equal to that of 8.5% of tablets.
Process node
20 nm
Process node
20 nm
â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 20 nm process node, which is larger than the node size used in 56.1% of tablets and equal to the node used in 1.4% of tablets.
Internal storage
64 GB
Internal storage
64 GB
â–¼ Worse than 43% of models
Market range: <0 GB – >250 GB
This tablet has an internal storage capacity of 64 GB which is larger than the storage of 39.5% of tablets and equal to that of 17.1% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
272 points
Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
272 points
â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
Market range: <233 points – >2.3k points
This tablet scored 272 points in Geekbench 6 (single-core) which is lower than the score of 88% of tablets and equal to the score of 0.4% of tablets.
Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon 652
Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon 652
â–² Better than 57% of models
This tablet uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 652 chipset, which is more advanced than the chipsets in 57% of tablets and equal to those in 0.5% of tablets.
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Screen resolution
2048×1536
Screen resolution
2048×1536
â–² Better than 69% of models
This tablet has a screen resolution of 2048×1536 which is higher than that of 68.7% of tablets and equal to that of 3.8% of tablets.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Refresh rate
60 Hz
â–¼ Worse than 26% of models
Market range: <60 Hz – >120 Hz
This tablet supports a refresh rate of 60 Hz which is equal to that in 73.8% of tablets.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
★ Better than 93% of models
This tablet uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 92.5% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
320 ppi
Pixel density
320 ppi
★ Better than 94% of models
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 320 ppi which is higher than that of 93.9% of tablets and equal to that of 0.3% of tablets.
Display glass type
Corning Gorilla Glass
Display glass type
Corning Gorilla Glass
â–² Better than 45% of models
This tablet uses Corning Gorilla Glass display glass which is stronger than that on 45.4% of tablets and equal to that on 32.7% of tablets.
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Optical image stabilization
no
Optical image stabilization
no
Category Benchmark
This tablet does not support optical image stabilization. 0.4% of tablets include OIS.
Main camera megapixels
8 MP
Main camera megapixels
8 MP
â–² Better than 37% of models
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a main camera resolution of 8 MP which is higher than that of 36.5% of tablets and equal to that of 31.8% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
2.1 MP
Front camera megapixels
2.1 MP
â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera resolution of 2.1 MP which is lower than in 52.4% of tablets and equal to that in 1.2% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
f/1.9
Main camera aperture
f/1.9
â–² Better than 82% of models
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/1.9 which is wider than that of 82.2% of tablets and equal to that of 3.7% of tablets.
Optical zoom
1xxx
Optical zoom
1xx
â–² Better than 18% of models
This tablet supports 1xx optical zoom which is higher than in 18.4% of tablets and equal to that in 80.7% of tablets.
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Battery capacity
4,000 mAh
Battery capacity
4,000 mAh
â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has a battery capacity of 4,000 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 84.6% of tablets and equal to those in 4.5% of tablets.
Charging speed
10 W
Charging speed
10 W
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
Market range: <10 W – >60 W
This tablet supports charging speeds of 10 W which is slower than in 61% of tablets and equal to speeds in 33.2% of tablets.
Battery life
8 hours
Battery life
8 hours
â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
Market range: <6 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 8 hours, which is shorter than that of 72.2% of tablets and equal to that of 11.9% of tablets.
Wireless charging
no
Wireless charging
no
â–¼ Worse than 2% of models
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets support wireless charging.
Fast charging
no
Fast charging
no
â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
This tablet does not support fast charging. 49.7% of tablets support fast charging.
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LTE support
yes
LTE support
yes
â–² Better than 37% of models
This tablet supports LTE. 36.8% of tablets include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Category Benchmark
This tablet supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 0.2% of tablets offer Wi-Fi support.
GPS
yes
GPS
yes
â–² Better than 17% of models
This tablet supports GPS. 17.3% of tablets include GPS functionality.
5G connectivity
no
5G connectivity
no
â–¼ Worse than 11% of models
This tablet does not support 5G connectivity. 11.1% of tablets support 5G.
NFC
no
NFC
no
â–¼ Worse than 11% of models
This tablet does not support NFC. 10.9% of tablets support NFC.
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Operating system
Android
Operating system
Android
â–² Better than 23% of models
This tablet uses the Android operating system, which is more advanced than the one used by 23.3%.
Update support duration
short
Update support duration
short
â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
This tablet offers short update support, which is shorter than the support period of 52.7% of tablets and equal to that of 47.3% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
no
Direct OS updates
no
â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
This tablet does not receive direct OS updates. 79.7% of tablets receive direct updates.
On-device AI
no
On-device AI
no
â–¼ Worse than 28% of models
This tablet does not support on-device AI. 28.3% of tablets support this capability.
App tracking protection
no
App tracking protection
no
â–¼ Worse than 28% of models
This tablet does not include app tracking protection. 28.3% of tablets include app tracking protection.
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IP rating
not rated
IP rating
not rated
â–¼ Worse than 16% of models
This tablet has an IP rating of not rated which is lower than that of 16.3% of tablets and equal to that of 83.7% of tablets.
Weight
272 g
Weight
272 g
★ Better than 97% of models
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 272 g which is lighter than 97.4% of tablets and equal to the weight of 0.3% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
Backlit keyboard
no
â–¼ Worse than 10% of models
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.8% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
yes
Keyboard accessory
yes
â–² Better than 16% of models
This tablet supports a keyboard accessory. 15.8% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
N/A
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Number of microphones
1
Number of microphones
1
â–¼ Worse than 45% of models
Market range: <0 – >5
This tablet includes 1 microphones, which is more than in 0.2% of tablets and equal to the number in 54.8% of tablets.
aptX Adaptive
no
aptX Adaptive
no
â–¼ Worse than 7% of models
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this codec.
Dolby Atmos support
no
Dolby Atmos support
no
â–¼ Worse than 31% of models
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.5% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
2
N. of speakers
2
â–¼ Worse than 29% of models
Market range: <1 – >6
This tablet includes 2 speakers, which is more than in 9.8% of tablets and equal to the number in 60.9% of tablets.
FM radio
no
FM radio
no
â–¼ Worse than 19% of models
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer FM radio functionality.
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 8 0 LTE (3GB + 64GB) vs the average tablet

246810TotalPerformanceDisplayCameraBatteryConnectivitySoftware & FeaturesDesignAudio & Multimedia
  • Better display type
    Display type
    OLED/AMOLED
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    This tablet 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
  • Wider color gamut
    Color gamut
    Adobe RGB
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    This tablet supports a wider color gamut than the average tablet (Adobe RGB vs sRGB). The average tablet covers sRGB color gamut.
    94% Adobe RGB coverage reported.
    Adobe RGB vs sRGB
  • Higher contrast ratio
    Contrast ratio
    infinite
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    This tablet has a higher contrast ratio than the average tablet (infinite vs 1015:1). The average tablet contrast ratio is 1015:1.
    infinite vs 1,015:1
  • More capable chipset
    Chipset
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 652
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This tablet uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 652 chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 652 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 42.9% higher pixel density
    Pixel density
    320 ppi
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
    This tablet has a higher pixel density than the average tablet (320 ppi vs 224 ppi). The average tablet has pixel density of 224 ppi.
    320 ppi vs 224 ppi
  • Better main-camera video
    Video recording (main camera)
    1440 x 30 fps
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    This tablet supports better main-camera video recording than the average tablet (1440x30 fps vs 1080x30 fps). The average tablet supports 1080x30 fps main-camera video recording.
    1440x30 fps vs 1080x30 fps
  • 44.5% lighter
    Weight
    272 g
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <315 g – >730 g
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (272 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    272 g vs 490 g
  • Wider main camera aperture
    Main camera aperture
    f/1.9
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    This tablet has a better main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/1.9 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 main camera aperture.
    f/1.9 vs f/2.2
  • More capable chipset
    Chipset
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 652
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This tablet uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 652 chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 652 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 2 more CPU threads
    CPU threads
    8
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    Market range: <2 – >12
    This tablet has more CPU threads than the average tablet (8 vs 6). The average tablet has 6 CPU threads.
    8 vs 6
  • Better display type
    Display type
    OLED/AMOLED
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    This tablet 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
  • Wider color gamut
    Color gamut
    Adobe RGB
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    This tablet supports a wider color gamut than the average tablet (Adobe RGB vs sRGB). The average tablet covers sRGB color gamut.
    94% Adobe RGB coverage reported.
    Adobe RGB vs sRGB
  • Higher contrast ratio
    Contrast ratio
    infinite
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    This tablet has a higher contrast ratio than the average tablet (infinite vs 1015:1). The average tablet contrast ratio is 1015:1.
    infinite vs 1,015:1
  • 42.9% higher pixel density
    Pixel density
    320 ppi
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
    This tablet has a higher pixel density than the average tablet (320 ppi vs 224 ppi). The average tablet has pixel density of 224 ppi.
    320 ppi vs 224 ppi
  • Higher screen resolution
    Screen resolution
    2048×1536
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    This tablet has a higher screen resolution than the average tablet (2048×1536 vs 1920×1200). The average tablet resolution is 1920×1200.
    2048×1536 vs 1920×1200
  • 99 ppi higher screen sharpness
    Screen sharpness
    320 ppi
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
    This tablet has a higher screen sharpness than the average tablet (320 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has screen sharpness of 221 ppi.
    320 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • Better main-camera video
    Video recording (main camera)
    1440 x 30 fps
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    This tablet supports better main-camera video recording than the average tablet (1440x30 fps vs 1080x30 fps). The average tablet supports 1080x30 fps main-camera video recording.
    1440x30 fps vs 1080x30 fps
  • Wider main camera aperture
    Main camera aperture
    f/1.9
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    This tablet has a better main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/1.9 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 main camera aperture.
    f/1.9 vs f/2.2
  • Allows manual ISO
    Manual ISO
    yes
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    This tablet allows manual ISO adjustment, the average tablet does not. 46% of tablets feature manual ISO.
  • Includes fingerprint scanner
    Fingerprint scanner
    yes
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    This tablet offers a better fingerprint scanner setup than the average tablet (yes vs no). Fingerprint scanner quality still varies a lot between tablets.
    Fingerprint scanner in the home button.
  • 44.5% lighter
    Weight
    272 g
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <315 g – >730 g
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (272 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    272 g vs 490 g
  • 2.4 mm thinner
    Thickness
    5.6 mm
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <6.1 mm – >11.5 mm
    This tablet is thinner than the average tablet (5.6 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8.0 mm thick.
    5.6 mm vs 8.0 mm
  • 40.5 mm narrower
    Width
    134.8 mm
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    Market range: <123.8 mm – >274 mm
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (134.8 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    134.8 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • No USB Type-C
    USB Type-C
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This tablet lacks a USB Type-C port, the average tablet includes one. 53.4% of tablets use USB Type-C.
  • Shorter update support
    Update support duration
    short
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This tablet offers shorter update support than the average tablet (short vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    short vs medium
  • 39.2% smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    4,000 mAh
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
    This tablet has a lower battery capacity than the average tablet (4000 mAh vs 6580 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6580 mAh.
    4,000 mAh vs 6,580 mAh
  • Does not receive direct OS updates
    Direct OS updates
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    This tablet does not support direct OS updates, the average tablet does. 79.7% of tablets support direct OS updates.
  • 2 hours shorter battery life
    Battery life
    8 hours
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    Market range: <6 hours – >16 hours
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (8 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    8 hours vs 10 hours
  • Worse GPU
    GPU model
    Mali-T760 MP6
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    This tablet uses the Mali-T760 MP6 GPU, while the average tablet uses the stronger Mali-G51. GPU choice is one of the main performance differences between tablets.
    Mali-T760 MP6 vs Mali-G51
  • 61.4% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    730 points
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <725 points – >6.8k points
    This tablet achieves a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score than the average tablet (730 points vs 1891 points). The average tablet scores 1891 points in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    730 points vs 1,891 points
  • 2.1 inches smaller screen size
    Screen size
    8 inches
    â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
    Market range: <7 inches – >12 inches
    This tablet has a lower screen size than the average tablet (8 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet has screen size of 10.1 inches.
    8 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 12.4% lower user score
    User score
    7.1/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 8 0 LTE
    the average tablet
    Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 8 0 LTE (3GB + 64GB) has a lower user score than the average tablet (7.12 vs 8.000).
    7.12 vs 8
  • 10.2% worse value for money
    Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 8 0 LTE (3GB + 64GB) has worse value for money than the average tablet (6.44 vs 7.1).
    6.44 vs 7.1
  • 69.2% more expensive
    Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 8 0 LTE (3GB + 64GB) is more expensive than the average tablet (£440 vs £260).
    £440 vs £260
  • Worse GPU
    GPU model
    Mali-T760 MP6
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    This tablet uses the Mali-T760 MP6 GPU, while the average tablet uses the stronger Mali-G51. GPU choice is one of the main performance differences between tablets.
    Mali-T760 MP6 vs Mali-G51
  • 61.4% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    730 points
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <725 points – >6.8k points
    This tablet achieves a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score than the average tablet (730 points vs 1891 points). The average tablet scores 1891 points in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    730 points vs 1,891 points
  • 62.7% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    272 points
    â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
    Market range: <233 points – >2.3k points
    This tablet achieves a lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score than the average tablet (272 points vs 729 points). The average tablet scores 729 points in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    272 points vs 729 points
  • 933 MHz slower RAM speed
    RAM speed
    933 MHz
    â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
    Market range: <800 MHz – >6.4k MHz
    This tablet has a lower RAM speed than the average tablet (933 MHz vs 1866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1866 MHz.
    933 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • 1 GB less RAM
    RAM capacity
    3 GB
    â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
    Market range: <2 GB – >12 GB
    This tablet has less RAM capacity than the average tablet (3 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    3 GB vs 4 GB
  • 5% lower CPU speed
    CPU speed
    1.9 GHz
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    Market range: <1.2 GHz – >3.2 GHz
    This tablet has a lower CPU speed than the average tablet (1.9 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    1.9 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 42.9% larger process node
    Process node
    20 nm
    â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
    Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
    This tablet uses a larger process node than the average tablet (20 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet uses a process node of 14 nm.
    20 nm vs 14 nm
  • 53 nits lower peak brightness
    Peak brightness
    348 nits
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <320 nits – >750 nits
    This tablet has a lower peak brightness than the average tablet (348 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits peak brightness.
    348 nits vs 401 nits
  • 2.1 inches smaller screen size
    Screen size
    8 inches
    â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
    Market range: <7 inches – >12 inches
    This tablet has a lower screen size than the average tablet (8 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet has screen size of 10.1 inches.
    8 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 58 nits lower typical brightness
    Typical brightness
    342 nits
    â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <300 nits – >600 nits
    This tablet has a lower typical brightness than the average tablet (342 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    342 nits vs 400 nits
  • 2.9 MP lower front camera megapixels
    Front camera megapixels
    2.1 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
    Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
    This tablet has less front camera megapixels than the average tablet (2.1 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has 5 MP front camera resolution.
    2.1 MP vs 5 MP
  • 39.2% smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    4,000 mAh
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
    This tablet has a lower battery capacity than the average tablet (4000 mAh vs 6580 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6580 mAh.
    4,000 mAh vs 6,580 mAh
  • 2 hours shorter battery life
    Battery life
    8 hours
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    Market range: <6 hours – >16 hours
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (8 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    8 hours vs 10 hours
  • 44.4% slower charging speed
    Charging speed
    10 W
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <10 W – >60 W
    This tablet supports slower charging than the average tablet (10 W vs 18 W). The average tablet supports charging speed of 18 W.
    10 W vs 18 W
  • No USB Type-C
    USB Type-C
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This tablet lacks a USB Type-C port, the average tablet includes one. 53.4% of tablets use USB Type-C.
  • No face recognition
    Face recognition
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
    This tablet does not have face recognition, the average tablet does. 56% of tablets support face recognition.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    4.1
    â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
    This tablet uses an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (4.1 vs 5). The average tablet uses Bluetooth 5.0.
    4.1 vs 5.0
  • Shorter update support
    Update support duration
    short
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This tablet 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
    Direct OS updates
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    This tablet does not support direct OS updates, the average tablet does. 79.7% of tablets support direct OS updates.
  • No picture-in-picture mode
    Picture-in-picture
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This tablet does not support picture-in-picture, the average tablet does. 61% of tablets support picture-in-picture.
  • No camera/mic privacy toggles
    Camera/mic privacy
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
    This tablet lacks camera and microphone privacy toggles, the average tablet includes them. 56.2% of tablets offer these toggles.
  • No full-page screenshots
    Full-page screenshots
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This tablet does not support full-page screenshots, the average tablet does. 52.5% of tablets support full-page screenshots.
  • No dark mode
    Dark mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
    This tablet does not support dark mode, the average tablet does. 57.2% of tablets have dark mode.
  • 4 older release date
    Release date
    2015
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This tablet is an older model than the average tablet (2015 vs 2019).
    September 2015
    2015 vs 2019

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What we like about Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 8 0 LTE (3GB + 64GB)

  • Extremely thin and lightweight design (5.6mm/265g), making it easy to hold one-handed
  • Vibrant and sharp Super AMOLED display with high contrast and deep blacks
  • Powerful octa-core processor and 3GB RAM provide smooth multitasking and fast app launching
  • Improved touch-based fingerprint scanner for quicker and more reliable unlocking
  • Includes a microSD card slot for storage expansion up to 128GB
  • Decent camera performance for a tablet, featuring a wide f/1.9 aperture for better low-light shots

What we don't like about Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 8 0 LTE (3GB + 64GB)

  • Removal of the IR blaster and lack of NFC support compared to previous models
  • Poorly placed dual speakers on the bottom, which provide a lopsided audio experience in landscape mode
  • Relatively high price point compared to some Android competitors
  • The 4,000mAh battery is smaller than its predecessor's, leading to average battery life for some users
  • The 4:3 aspect ratio is excellent for reading but results in large black bars during widescreen video playback
  • Presence of non-removable Samsung bloatware

Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 8.0 LTE (3GB + 64GB) is an ultra-slim 5.6mm tablet featuring a high-resolution 8-inch Super AMOLED display (2048 x 1536) with a 4:3 aspect ratio, powered by an octa-core processor and 3GB of RAM. Its primary advantages include a remarkably lightweight 272g frame that offers exceptional portability, a vibrant screen optimized for reading and web browsing, and integrated LTE connectivity for on-the-go data and voice calls. However, its thin design results in a relatively modest 4,000mAh battery that may require frequent charging during heavy use, and the device lacks modern features like NFC and a notification LED.

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