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Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 WiFi (3GB + 32GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£460RAM capacity:3 GBInternal storage:32 GBScreen size:9.7 inchesChipset:Exynos 5433

Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 WiFi (3GB + 32GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 32 expert reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 WiFi (3GB + 32GB)
7.3/10

Overall score

Score
7.3/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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Score components

35%

6.0

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%

8.7

Sentiment score

â–²Better than 63% 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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Score components

70%

7.3

Overall score

30%

8.1

Price

â–¼Worse than 57%
6.0

Technical score

Technical score
6.0/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components

22%

4.8

Performance

20%

5.9

Display

16%

7.1

Camera

14%

5.9

Battery

12%

5.9

Connectivity

8%

7.2

Software

5%

6.6

Design

3%

4.8

Audio

â–¼Worse than 54%
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%

8.8

Popularity

Grades by review (32)
32 reviews: 19 with a printed score, 13 estimated from the review. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–²Better than 86%
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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:
3GB + 32GB3GB + 64GB3GB + 16GB

What reviewers say about the Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 WiFi (3GB + 32GB)

Based on 32

Reviewers love its thin, light design and vivid screen, but battery life is weak and the speakers underwhelm.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
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What owners say about the Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 WiFi (3GB + 32GB)

Based on 166 owners sharing their experience in online comments

52%positive16%mixed32%negative

Owners praise its vivid display, speed and expandable storage, while battery life and recurring reliability problems disappoint.

What owners dislike

  • Some owners report sudden freezes, reboots or a black screen stuck on the logo; a hard reset or waiting for the battery to drain sometimes brought it back.22
  • Owners say battery life is short, often lasting only a few hours with Bluetooth or heavy video use, and that it charges slowly.16
  • Owners say the speakers are quiet and sit on the bottom edge, so landscape video sounds like it comes from one side only.9
  • Owners say some apps lag or look wrong, such as the Play Store, games like World of Tanks and Dragon Quest IV, and graphics on some titles.8
  • Owners say the tablet does not support fast charging, so a standard charger takes many hours to fill the battery.6
  • Black bars on widescreen video5
  • Some owners say the touchscreen sometimes needs several taps to respond, and the fingerprint sensor or unlock can be slow or unreliable.4
  • Owners say the tablet received few or no Android software updates, so it stayed on old versions for much of its life.3
  • Owners say replacement parts are costly, such as the SD card tray, which one owner said cost $50 to replace.3

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

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Technical Specifications of tablet Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 WiFi (3GB + 32GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.0/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components:

22%

4.8

Performance

20%

5.9

Display

16%

7.1

Camera

14%

5.9

Battery

12%

5.9

Connectivity

8%

7.2

Software

5%

6.6

Design

3%

4.8

Audio

6.0
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
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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

7.5
RAM capacity
3 GB
Market range: <1 GB – >8 GB
This tablet has 3 GB of RAM, which is less than 52.9% of tablets and equal to 8.4% of tablets.
Process node
20 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 20 nm process, which is larger than 56.5% of tablets and equal to 1.4% of tablets.
Internal storage
32 GB
Market range: <16 GB – >256 GB
This tablet has 32 GB of internal storage, which is less than 60.9% of tablets and equal to 17.9% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
276 points
Market range: <233 points – >2.3k points
This tablet scores 276 points in single-core tests, which is lower than 87.6% of tablets and equal to 0.3% of tablets.
Chipset
Exynos 5433
This tablet runs on Exynos 5433, which is more advanced than 77.4% of tablets and equal to 0.1% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Screen resolution
2048×1536
This tablet has a 2048×1536 screen, which is sharper than 68.5% of tablets and equal to 3.8% 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
OLED/AMOLED
This tablet uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 92.5% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
264 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 264 ppi, which is higher than 71% of tablets and equal to 5.8% 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
2.1 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 2.1 MP resolution, which is lower than 52.6% of tablets and equal to 1.2% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
f/1.9
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/1.9, which is wider than 82.2% of tablets and equal to 3.7% of tablets.
Optical zoom
1xxx
This tablet has 1xx optical zoom, which is stronger than 18.2% of tablets and equal to 80.9% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Battery capacity
5,870 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 5,870 mAh battery capacity, which is smaller than 59.5% of tablets and equal to 0.2% of tablets.
Charging speed
15 W
Market range: <10 W – >45 W
This tablet charges at 15 W, which is slower than 52.1% of tablets and equal to 6.3% of tablets.
Battery life
12 hours
Market range: <7 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 12 hours, which is longer than that of 65.7% of tablets and equal to that of 9.3% of tablets.
video playback
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets offer this.
Fast charging
yes
This tablet supports fast charging. 43.2% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
LTE support
no
This tablet does not have built-in LTE. 42.9% of tablets offer this.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This tablet connects to Wi-Fi. 0.2% of tablets offer this.
GPS
yes
This tablet has built-in GPS. 17.1% of tablets offer this.
5G connectivity
no
This tablet does not support 5G. 8.1% of tablets offer this.
NFC
no
This tablet does not include NFC. 10.8% of tablets offer this.
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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
yes
This tablet supports direct OS updates. 20.3% of tablets offer this.
On-device AI
no
This tablet does not support on-device AI. 28.3% of tablets support this capability.
App tracking protection
no
This tablet does not support app tracking protection. 28.4% of tablets offer this.
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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
389 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 389 g, which is lighter than 75.8% of tablets and equal to 0.3% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.7% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
yes
This tablet supports a keyboard accessory. 15.8% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
N/A
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What reviewers say
Number of microphones
1
Market range: <1 – >3
This tablet has a microphone array of 1, which is more than 0.2% of tablets and equal to 54.8% of tablets.
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this.
Dolby Atmos support
no
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.3% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
2
Market range: <2 – >4
This tablet includes 2 speakers, which is more than in 9.8% of tablets and equal to the number in 60.8% of tablets.
FM radio
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say

Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 WiFi (3GB + 32GB) vs the average tablet

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  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Exynos 5433 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Exynos 5,433 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • Better display type
    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
  • More vivid contrast
    This tablet has more contrast than the average tablet (1,000,000:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    1,000,000:1 vs 1,015:1
  • Better main-camera video
    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
    This tablet has a wider main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/1.9 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's main camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/1.9 vs f/2.2
  • 2 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (12 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    video playback
    12 hours vs 10 hours
  • 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
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    â–² Better than 86% of models

    80%

    8.3

    Average grade

    20%

    8.8

    Popularity

    Grades by review (32)
    32 reviews: 19 with a printed score, 13 estimated from the review. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.4 vs 7.0
  • 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%

    8.8

    Popularity

    Grades by review (32)
    32 reviews: 19 with a printed score, 13 estimated from the review. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.4 vs 7.0
  • 16.0% higher sentiment score
    8.7 vs 7.5
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Exynos 5433 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Exynos 5,433 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • Better display type
    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
  • More vivid contrast
    This tablet has more contrast than the average tablet (1,000,000:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    1,000,000:1 vs 1,015:1
  • Sharper display
    This tablet has a sharper screen than the average tablet (2048×1536 vs 1920×1200).
    2,048×1,536 vs 1,920×1,200
  • 19.5% sharper screen detail
    This tablet has sharper screen detail than the average tablet (264 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    264 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • 50 nits higher typical brightness
    This tablet has a higher typical brightness than the average tablet (450 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    450 nits vs 400 nits
  • 480 Hz higher PWM dimming frequency
    This tablet has a higher PWM dimming frequency than the average tablet (480 Hz vs 0 Hz). The average tablet has PWM dimming frequency of 0 Hz.
    480 Hz vs 0 Hz
  • Better main-camera video
    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
    This tablet has a wider main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/1.9 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's main camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/1.9 vs f/2.2
  • 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.
  • 2 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (12 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    video playback
    12 hours vs 10 hours
  • Fingerprint unlocking
    This tablet supports fingerprint unlocking, while the average tablet does not. 16% of tablets offer this.
    Fingerprint scanner in the home button.
  • 2.4 mm thinner
    This tablet is thinner than the average tablet (5.6 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    5.6 mm vs 8 mm
  • 20.6% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (389 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    389 g vs 490 g
  • No USB-C port
    This tablet does not have a USB Type-C port, while the average tablet does. 54% of tablets have one.
  • 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
  • More basic graphics
    This tablet has less advanced graphics than the average tablet (Mali-T760 MP6 vs Mali-G51).
    Mali-T760 MP6 vs Mali-G51
  • 55.6% lower multi-core score
    This tablet has a lower multi-core score than the average tablet (840 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in multi-core tests.
    840 points vs 1,891 points
  • 2.9 MP lower front resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution front camera than the average tablet (2.1 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    2.1 MP vs 5 MP
  • 62.1% lower single-core score
    This tablet has a lower single-core score than the average tablet (276 points vs 729 points). The average tablet scores 729 points in single-core tests.
    276 points vs 729 points
  • 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.
  • 933 MHz slower RAM speed
    This tablet has a lower RAM speed than the average tablet (933 MHz vs 1,866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1,866 MHz.
    933 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • 76.9% more expensive
    Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 WiFi (3GB + 32GB) is more expensive than the average tablet (£460 vs £260).
    £460 vs £260
  • More basic graphics
    This tablet has less advanced graphics than the average tablet (Mali-T760 MP6 vs Mali-G51).
    Mali-T760 MP6 vs Mali-G51
  • 55.6% lower multi-core score
    This tablet has a lower multi-core score than the average tablet (840 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in multi-core tests.
    840 points vs 1,891 points
  • 62.1% lower single-core score
    This tablet has a lower single-core score than the average tablet (276 points vs 729 points). The average tablet scores 729 points in single-core tests.
    276 points vs 729 points
  • 933 MHz slower RAM speed
    This tablet has a lower RAM speed than the average tablet (933 MHz vs 1,866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1,866 MHz.
    933 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • 50% less internal storage
    This tablet has less internal storage than the average tablet (32 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    32 GB vs 64 GB
  • 1 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM than the average tablet (3 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    3 GB vs 4 GB
  • 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
  • 4 years older
    This tablet was released earlier than the average tablet (2015 vs 2019). The average tablet was released in 2019.
    September 2015
    2015 vs 2019
  • 42.9% larger process node
    This tablet has a larger process node than the average tablet (20 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet is built on 14 nm.
    20 nm vs 14 nm
  • 5% lower CPU speed
    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
  • 26 nits dimmer screen
    This tablet is dimmer than the average tablet (375 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    375 nits vs 401 nits
  • 0.4 inches smaller screen
    This tablet has a smaller screen than the average tablet (9.7 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    9.7 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 50% slower touch response
    This tablet samples touch more slowly than the average tablet (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average tablet samples touch at 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 2.9 MP lower front resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution front camera than the average tablet (2.1 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    2.1 MP vs 5 MP
  • 11.1% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a smaller battery capacity than the average tablet (5,870 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    5,870 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • 16.7% slower charging
    This tablet charges slower than the average tablet (15 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    15 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.
  • No face recognition
    This tablet does not have face recognition, the average tablet does. 56.4% of tablets support face recognition.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This tablet has an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (4.1 vs 5).
    4.1 vs 5
  • 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 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 dark mode
    This tablet does not support dark mode, while the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets offer this.
  • 37.3 mm taller
    This tablet is taller than the average tablet (237.3 mm vs 200 mm). The average tablet is 200 mm tall.
    237.3 mm vs 200 mm

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
cnet.com
✓ explicit
27/09/2015
Hands-on test · Big-screen slim tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 has a bright, vivid screen and long battery life, suiting video and games at home, but it is harder to hold with small hands.
8.0
pcmag.com
✓ explicit
04/09/2015
Lab test · Multitasking tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 suits multitasking and video well, but lasts about five hours of video playback and costs more than the 8-inch model.
8.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
15/11/2018
Hands-on review · Predecessor comparison
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 is thinner and lighter than its predecessor, but the hardware gains are small and battery life is short.
7.0
laptopmag.com
✓ explicit
31/08/2015
Lab test · Thin Android tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 pairs a vivid screen and fast performance with a very thin body, but its battery lasts only about 7.5 hours.
10
expertreviews.co.uk
✓ explicit
14/09/2015
Lab test · Android iPad rival
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 is a slim, light Android tablet with excellent contrast and long video battery life, though it trails the iPad Air 2 in gaming.
9.0
mobiletechreview.com
≈ estimated
10/09/2015
Hands-on test · Premium Android tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 suits reading and web browsing on its 4:3 screen, but it is weaker for movies and has few tablet apps.
10
stuff.tv
✓ explicit
15/09/2015
Review · Everyday Android tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 is a slim, bright tablet with a 4:3 screen and fast performance, suited to browsing and couch entertainment, though its speakers are tinny.
8.0
theguardian.com
≈ estimated
28/10/2015
Review · Thin tablet test
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 is thin and light with a great screen, but its 4:3 shape suits web pages better than films.
8.0
t3.com
✓ explicit
09/12/2015
Review · Android iPad alternative
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 is a bright, slim Android alternative to the iPad Air 2, though it has a plainer design and only average battery.
8.0
whathifi.com
✓ explicit
09/02/2017
Hands-on test · Music and movies
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 is a good Android alternative to the iPad Air 2, with a bright screen and expandable storage, though its colors look overdone in films.
8.0
uk.pcmag.com
✓ explicit
04/09/2015
Full review · Split-screen tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 suits multitasking, but its high price and average battery make the smaller 8-inch version a better buy unless you need the bigger screen.
8.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
15/11/2018
Retrospective review · Light 4:3 tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 is a light, comfortable upgrade for reading and web browsing, but it has aged and trails the 2015 iPads.
8.8
notebookcheck.net
✓ explicit
07/10/2015
Benchmark review · LTE tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 LTE is fast enough for games and browsing, but trails the iPad Air 2 in benchmarks.
phonearena.com
06/10/2015
Not graded yet
8.0
chip.de
≈ estimated
08/10/2015
Full test · Performance tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 is a fast, good-value tablet with a sharp AMOLED screen, but its battery life is weak when browsing.
7.0
computerbild.de
✓ explicit
19/09/2015
Full test · Premium Android tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 is one of the best tablets, with a sharp, brilliant screen and light, thin build, but its battery life holds it back.
9.0
pcwelt.de
≈ estimated
29/10/2015
Full test · Slim Android tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 is a light, thin Android tablet that suits movie-watching well, though battery life depends heavily on what you do.
9.0
computerwoche.de
≈ estimated
07/11/2015
Lab test · Film-watching tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 is a light, fast Android tablet that suits films best, though browsing drains it in about five hours.
7.0
nextpit.de
≈ estimated
03/10/2015
Review · Reading-friendly screen
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 is light and good for reading, but color shifts, weak speakers and an older chip hold it back.
8.3
basic-tutorials.de
✓ explicit
23/03/2016
Two-week test · LTE tablet
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 LTE has a standout screen and enough speed for games, but its average battery and lack of water protection hold it back.

Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 WiFi is a premium, ultra-slim tablet featuring a vibrant 9.7-inch Super AMOLED display with a 2048 x 1536 resolution and a 4:3 aspect ratio optimized for reading and web browsing. It is powered by an octa-core Exynos 5433 processor paired with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage, which is expandable via a microSD slot. Weighing only 0.83 pounds and measuring just 5.6mm thick, its main strengths include exceptional portability, a high-quality display with deep contrast, and a fast fingerprint scanner for security. However, it lacks an LED flash for its 8MP rear camera and an IR blaster, while some users find the battery life to be only average for its class.

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