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Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 & S Pen (2019)

Market Status: Available


Released On: Released 2019, April


7 By Expert

Display image of Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 & S Pen (2019)

8.0"1200x1920

pixels

8MP1080p

3GB RAM

Exynos 7904

4200mAh

Released 2019, April

325g, 8.9mm thickness

Android 9.0, up to 11, One UI Core 3.1

32GB storage, microSDXC

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BECOME A FAN

Released 2019, April

325g, 8.9mm thickness

Android 9.0, up to 11, One UI Core 3.1

32GB storage, microSDXC

0

BECOME A FAN

8.0"

1200x1920 pixels

8MP

1080p

3GB RAM

Exynos 7904

4200mAh

Specification
Versions: SM-P200 (Wi-Fi); SM-P205 (LTE)Also known as Samsung Galaxy Tab A with S Pen 8.0", Samsung Galaxy Tab A Plus 8

Network

Technology
GSM / HSPA / LTE
2G bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66
Speed
HSPA, LTE - cellular model only

Launch

Announced
2019, March
Status
Available. Released 2019, April

Body

Dimensions
201.5 x 122.4 x 8.9 mm (7.93 x 4.82 x 0.35 in)
Weight
325 g (11.46 oz)
SIM
Nano-SIM - cellular model only
 
Stylus

Display

Type
IPS LCD
Size
8.0 inches, 185.6 cm2 (~75.2% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution
1200 x 1920 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~283 ppi density)

Platform

OS
Android 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 11, One UI Core 3.1
Chipset
Exynos 7904 (14 nm)
CPU
Octa-core (2x1.8 GHz Cortex-A73 & 6x1.6 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPU
Mali-G71 MP2

Memory

Card slot
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Internal
32GB 3GB RAM
 
eMMC 5.1

Comms

WLAN
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
5.0, A2DP, LE
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS - cellular model only
NFC
No
Radio
No
USB
USB Type-C 2.0

Features

Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity

Battery

TypeLi-Po 4200 mAh, non-removable

Misc

Colors
Black, Gray
Models
SM-P205, SM-P200
SAR EU
0.68 W/kg (head)     1.50 W/kg (body)    

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Expert View

on Nov 10, 2024

7/10
Expert
Score

6

Camera

8

Design

8

Battery

7

Display

8

Features

8

Usability

7

Performance

8

Connectivity

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Pros
  • Compact and lightweight, easy to carry around
  • S Pen included, enhancing productivity and creativity on the go
  • Decent 8.0-inch display, comfortable for reading and media
  • Good battery life with a 4,200mAh capacity, ideal for day-long usage
  • Affordable tablet with S Pen support, unique in this price range
  • Expandable storage via microSD, supporting up to 512GB
  • Samsung Kids Mode and parental controls make it family-friendly
  • 3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio support
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Cons
  • Limited processing power, can lag with intensive apps
  • Average camera quality, not ideal for high-quality photos
  • Small internal storage, requiring an SD card for more space
  • No fast charging support, so it takes time to fully recharge
  • Limited multitasking capability due to lower RAM
verdict

Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (2019) with S Pen is a solid budget-friendly option for those seeking a tablet with stylus support. Its compact size, along with the S Pen, makes it ideal for note-taking, sketching, and casual browsing. The tablet is well-suited for students and light users who value portability and the extra functionality of a stylus, although it may struggle with heavier apps or multitasking demands. Overall, it’s a well-rounded device for everyday tasks and creativity on a budget.

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