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Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 vs Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+
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Size, drawn to scale
Front and side.
- AGalaxy Tab A8: 161.9 × 246.8 mm
- BGalaxy Tab A9+: 168.7 × 257.1 mm
Weight
0 to 800 g
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General
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Series
Model numbers
SM-X200, SM-X205, SM-X200NZAAEUA, SM-X200NZAAXAR, SM-X200NZAEXAR, SM-X200NZAFXAR, SM-X205NZAEEUB4Maker product pagesamsung.com/es/tablets/galaxy-tab-a/galaxy-tab-a8-lte-dark-gray-64gb-sm-x205nzaeeubRead 13 October 2026SM-X205NZAEEUB LTE Dark Gray 64GB5Maker spec sheet (PDF)image-us.samsung.com/SamsungUS/samsungbusiness/pdfs/spec-sheet/Galaxy-Tab-A8-Series-Spec-Sheet.pdfRead 13 October 2026US part numbers SM-X200NZAAXAR, SM-X200NZAEXAR, SM-X200NZAFXAR8Spec databaseik.imagekit.io/pimberly/65707b38e31f5a94719d7ba0/a335ead0/66e818d27ac377001997b723/product-pdfRead 13 October 2026Product code SM-X200NZAAEUA
SM-X210, SM-X216B, SM-X218B4Spec databasem.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_tab_a9+-12617.phpRead 10 October 2026Models: SM-X210, SM-X215, SM-X216B, SM-X216R. Only the Wi-Fi and 5G models confirmed on Samsung pages are stored5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 10 October 2026Manual cover lists SM-X210, SM-X216B and SM-X218B
GTIN / EAN
Not available
Announced
Status
Not available
Available2Maker product pagesamsung.com/ie/tablets/galaxy-tab-a/galaxy-tab-a9-plus-wifi-graphite-64gb-sm-x210nzaaeubRead 10 October 2026Samsung Ireland keeps a current buy page for the Wi-Fi model.4Spec databasem.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_tab_a9+-12617.phpRead 10 October 2026Available. Released 2023, October 17.
Predecessor
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Successor
Launch price (US)
$229.999Measurementtechadvisor.com/article/723220/samsung-galaxy-tab-a8-review.htmlRead 13 October 2026RRP list via the Samsung store: 32GB Wi-Fi 219 GBP / 229.99 USD11Press article9to5google.com/2022/01/14/samsung-galaxy-tab-a8-officialRead 13 October 2026Update 1/14/2022: Samsung started selling the Galaxy Tab A8 in the US for $229 for the 32GB model. Tech Advisor gives the Samsung store RRP as $229.99
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Launch price (EU)
Markets
US, EU, GB2Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/introducing-samsungs-new-galaxy-tab-a8-more-screen-more-power-more-performanceRead 13 October 2026Update: the Galaxy Tab A8 is now available in the US at Samsung.com, Amazon.com and BestBuy.com9Measurementtechadvisor.com/article/723220/samsung-galaxy-tab-a8-review.htmlRead 13 October 2026Landed in the US and the UK on January 4, 202211Press article9to5google.com/2022/01/14/samsung-galaxy-tab-a8-officialRead 13 October 2026Sales open from Samsung.com, Amazon and Best Buy in the US
Colours
Gray, Silver, Pink Gold, Graphite1Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/introducing-samsungs-new-galaxy-tab-a8-more-screen-more-power-and-more-performanceRead 13 October 20268Spec databaseik.imagekit.io/pimberly/65707b38e31f5a94719d7ba0/a335ead0/66e818d27ac377001997b723/product-pdfRead 13 October 2026SM-X200NZAAEUA is listed in Graphite. The base list holds the variant colour as well
Form factor
Slate1Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/introducing-samsungs-new-galaxy-tab-a8-more-screen-more-power-and-more-performanceRead 13 October 2026Sold as a tablet. Book Cover and other covers are separate accessories3Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/business/tablets/galaxy-tab-a/galaxy-tab-a8-wifi-sm-x200nzaeeuaRead 13 October 2026Form Factor: Tablet
OS updates promised
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Security updates promised
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Security updates until
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Body
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Height
246.8mm1Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/introducing-samsungs-new-galaxy-tab-a8-more-screen-more-power-and-more-performanceRead 13 October 2026246.8 x 161.9 x 6.9mm, landscape order. Stored in portrait order3Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/business/tablets/galaxy-tab-a/galaxy-tab-a8-wifi-sm-x200nzaeeuaRead 13 October 2026
Width
Thickness
Weight
508g(1.1 lb)1Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/introducing-samsungs-new-galaxy-tab-a8-more-screen-more-power-and-more-performanceRead 13 October 2026Wi-Fi / LTE: 508g3Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/business/tablets/galaxy-tab-a/galaxy-tab-a8-wifi-sm-x200nzaeeuaRead 13 October 2026
480g(1.1 lb)1Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/samsung-galaxy-tab-a9-and-galaxy-tab-a9-entertainment-and-productivity-engineered-for-everyoneRead 10 October 2026Galaxy Tab A9+: 480 g (Wi-Fi), 491 g (5G)2Maker product pagesamsung.com/ie/tablets/galaxy-tab-a/galaxy-tab-a9-plus-wifi-graphite-64gb-sm-x210nzaaeubRead 10 October 2026Weight 480 g, Wi-Fi model3Maker product pagesamsung.com/ie/tablets/galaxy-tab-a/galaxy-tab-a9-plus-5g-graphite-64gb-sm-x216bzaaeubRead 10 October 2026Weight 491 g, 5G model SM-X216BZAAEUB. GSMArena lists 492 g
Frame
Not available
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Front
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Back
Metal, type not stated3Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/business/tablets/galaxy-tab-a/galaxy-tab-a8-wifi-sm-x200nzaeeuaRead 13 October 2026Stylish with a touch of cool, the Galaxy Tab A8 features a sleek metal body with an ultrathin profile of just 6.9mm. The metal is not named9Measurementtechadvisor.com/article/723220/samsung-galaxy-tab-a8-review.htmlRead 13 October 2026Feels solid with a body that is primarily made of metal
Metal, type not stated8Spec databaseifixit.com/Device/Samsung_Galaxy_Tab_A9_PlusRead 10 October 2026Build and Durability: metal unibody design.9Reviewbgr.com/reviews/samsung-galaxy-tab-a9-plus-reviewRead 10 October 2026Review describes a two-panel metal back that curves round the edges. Android Authority describes a mostly metal two-piece body with plastic strips around the camera, SIM tray and buttons.10Reviewmezha.ua/en/reviews/review-of-the-galaxy-tab-a9-tablet-from-samsung/ampRead 10 October 2026Back is mostly metal. A plastic strip along the top edge holds the rear camera lens.
Dust and water rating
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MIL-STD-810
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SIM
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Built-in kickstand
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Display
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Screen size
10.5in(26.7 cm)1Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/introducing-samsungs-new-galaxy-tab-a8-more-screen-more-power-and-more-performanceRead 13 October 202610.5-inch measured diagonally as a full rectangle without rounded-corner deductions3Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/business/tablets/galaxy-tab-a/galaxy-tab-a8-wifi-sm-x200nzaeeuaRead 13 October 2026
Resolution
Pixel density
215.6ppi
205.8ppi
Aspect ratio
16:101Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/introducing-samsungs-new-galaxy-tab-a8-more-screen-more-power-and-more-performanceRead 13 October 2026Slim bezel and a 16:10 common aspect ratio7Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_tab_a8_10_5_(2021)-11265.phpRead 13 October 20261200 x 1920 pixels, 16:10 ratio
Display type
Display type (as published)
Dimming zones
Not available
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Refresh rate modes
ASamsung Galaxy Tab A8
| Max (Hz) | Variable |
|---|---|
| 60 | No |
BSamsung Galaxy Tab A9+
| Max (Hz) |
|---|
| 90 |
Source1Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/samsung-galaxy-tab-a9-and-galaxy-tab-a9-entertainment-and-productivity-engineered-for-everyoneRead 10 October 2026A9+ display: 11.0-inch LCD, up to 90Hz2Maker product pagesamsung.com/ie/tablets/galaxy-tab-a/galaxy-tab-a9-plus-wifi-graphite-64gb-sm-x210nzaaeubRead 10 October 202690Hz as published in the Samsung press release. This page repeats the 90Hz refresh rate
Max refresh rate
60Hz
90Hz
Min refresh rate
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Brightness (typical, SDR)
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Peak brightness
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Full-screen HDR brightness
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Contrast ratio
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Colour depth
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DCI-P3 coverage
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HDR playback formats
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Fully laminated
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Anti-reflection coating
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Screen surface
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Nano-texture option
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PWM dimming frequency
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Platform
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OS at launch
Software
Latest OS
Android 162Maker product pagesamsung.com/ie/tablets/galaxy-tab-a/galaxy-tab-a9-plus-wifi-graphite-64gb-sm-x210nzaaeubRead 10 October 2026Support downloads list a User Manual (Android 16), version 1.0, dated 11.05.20264Spec databasem.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_tab_a9+-12617.phpRead 10 October 2026Android 13, upgradable to Android 16, One UI 8
Chipset
Process
CPU cores
CPU configuration
ASamsung Galaxy Tab A8
| Count | Core | Max clock (GHz) |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | Cortex-A75 | 2 |
| 6 | Cortex-A55 | 2 |
Source5Maker spec sheet (PDF)image-us.samsung.com/SamsungUS/samsungbusiness/pdfs/spec-sheet/Galaxy-Tab-A8-Series-Spec-Sheet.pdfRead 13 October 2026Processor: 2 x 2.0GHz + 6 x 2.0GHz. Core names are from GSMArena7Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_tab_a8_10_5_(2021)-11265.phpRead 13 October 2026Octa-core (2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
BSamsung Galaxy Tab A9+
| Count | Core | Max clock (GHz) |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | Kryo 660 Gold | 2.2 |
| 6 | Kryo 660 Silver | 1.8 |
Source2Maker product pagesamsung.com/ie/tablets/galaxy-tab-a/galaxy-tab-a9-plus-wifi-graphite-64gb-sm-x210nzaaeubRead 10 October 2026CPU Speed 2.2GHz, 1.8GHz. Octa-Core. Core names from the GSMArena spec page4Spec databasem.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_tab_a9+-12617.phpRead 10 October 2026Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 660 Gold & 6x1.8 GHz Kryo 660 Silver). Clocks match the Samsung CPU speed line
Max CPU clock
2GHz
2.2GHz
GPU
GPU cores
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NPU performance
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Memory
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RAM
3, 4GB1Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/introducing-samsungs-new-galaxy-tab-a8-more-screen-more-power-and-more-performanceRead 13 October 20263GB RAM with 32GB, 4GB RAM with 64GB, 4GB RAM with 128GB. Storage availability may differ by market. GSMArena lists extra 2GB RAM tiers that Samsung does not state3Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/business/tablets/galaxy-tab-a/galaxy-tab-a8-wifi-sm-x200nzaeeuaRead 13 October 2026Memory 4 GB, Storage 64 GB on this page
Memory bandwidth
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Storage
32, 64, 128GB1Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/introducing-samsungs-new-galaxy-tab-a8-more-screen-more-power-and-more-performanceRead 13 October 202632GB, 64GB and 128GB internal storage3Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/business/tablets/galaxy-tab-a/galaxy-tab-a8-wifi-sm-x200nzaeeuaRead 13 October 2026Storage 64 GB, available 47.7 GB
Storage type
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Memory card
microSD (own slot)6Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 13 October 2026SM-X205 and SM-X207: SIM card / memory card tray. SM-X200: memory card tray. GSMArena lists a dedicated slot7Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_tab_a8_10_5_(2021)-11265.phpRead 13 October 2026Card slot: microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Max card size
1TB1Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/introducing-samsungs-new-galaxy-tab-a8-more-screen-more-power-and-more-performanceRead 13 October 2026microSD up to 1TB, stored as 1000 GB. microSD sold separately3Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/business/tablets/galaxy-tab-a/galaxy-tab-a8-wifi-sm-x200nzaeeuaRead 13 October 2026MicroSD (Up to 1TB)
1TB1Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/samsung-galaxy-tab-a9-and-galaxy-tab-a9-entertainment-and-productivity-engineered-for-everyoneRead 10 October 2026Micro SD Card up to 1 TB, sold separately2Maker product pagesamsung.com/ie/tablets/galaxy-tab-a/galaxy-tab-a9-plus-wifi-graphite-64gb-sm-x210nzaaeubRead 10 October 2026External Storage Support MicroSD (Up to 1TB)
Rear cameras
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Rear cameras
ASamsung Galaxy Tab A8
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Aperture (f/) | Autofocus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main | 8 | 2 | Autofocus, mechanism not stated |
Source1Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/introducing-samsungs-new-galaxy-tab-a8-more-screen-more-power-and-more-performanceRead 13 October 2026[Rear] 8MP AF3Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/business/tablets/galaxy-tab-a/galaxy-tab-a8-wifi-sm-x200nzaeeuaRead 13 October 2026Rear Camera - Resolution 8.0 MP, Rear Camera - Auto Focus Yes5Maker spec sheet (PDF)image-us.samsung.com/SamsungUS/samsungbusiness/pdfs/spec-sheet/Galaxy-Tab-A8-Series-Spec-Sheet.pdfRead 13 October 2026Camera Back / Front / Autofocus / Flash: 8MP AF / 5MP / Yes / No8Spec databaseik.imagekit.io/pimberly/65707b38e31f5a94719d7ba0/a335ead0/66e818d27ac377001997b723/product-pdfRead 13 October 2026Distributor datasheet (Publication date 16-SEP-2024) for SM-X200NZAAEUA: rear camera aperture 2
BSamsung Galaxy Tab A9+
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Autofocus |
|---|---|---|
| Main | 8 | Autofocus, mechanism not stated |
Source1Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/samsung-galaxy-tab-a9-and-galaxy-tab-a9-entertainment-and-productivity-engineered-for-everyoneRead 10 October 20268 MP rear camera2Maker product pagesamsung.com/ie/tablets/galaxy-tab-a/galaxy-tab-a9-plus-wifi-graphite-64gb-sm-x210nzaaeubRead 10 October 2026Rear Camera Resolution 8.0 MP, Auto Focus Yes, Flash No
Number of rear cameras
1
1
Main camera
8MP
8MP
Flash
Video recording
ASamsung Galaxy Tab A8
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Max frame rate (fps) |
|---|---|---|
| 1920 | 1080 | 30 |
BSamsung Galaxy Tab A9+
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Max frame rate (fps) |
|---|---|---|
| 1920 | 1080 | 30 |
Max video resolution
1920 × 1080px
1920 × 1080px
Video HDR
Not available
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Video formats
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LiDAR scanner
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Front camera
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Front cameras
ASamsung Galaxy Tab A8
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Aperture (f/) |
|---|---|---|
| Main | 5 | 2.2 |
Source1Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/introducing-samsungs-new-galaxy-tab-a8-more-screen-more-power-and-more-performanceRead 13 October 2026[Front] 5MP8Spec databaseik.imagekit.io/pimberly/65707b38e31f5a94719d7ba0/a335ead0/66e818d27ac377001997b723/product-pdfRead 13 October 2026Front camera 5 MP, aperture 2.2
BSamsung Galaxy Tab A9+
| Role | Resolution (MP) |
|---|---|
| Main | 5 |
Source1Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/samsung-galaxy-tab-a9-and-galaxy-tab-a9-entertainment-and-productivity-engineered-for-everyoneRead 10 October 20265 MP front camera2Maker product pagesamsung.com/ie/tablets/galaxy-tab-a/galaxy-tab-a9-plus-wifi-graphite-64gb-sm-x210nzaaeubRead 10 October 2026Front Camera Resolution 5.0 MP
Front camera resolution (as published)
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Front camera position
Landscape edge5Maker spec sheet (PDF)image-us.samsung.com/SamsungUS/samsungbusiness/pdfs/spec-sheet/Galaxy-Tab-A8-Series-Spec-Sheet.pdfRead 13 October 20265MP front camera is horizontally centered for better video conferencing13Press releaseimg.us.news.samsung.com/us/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/14120045/Image-Galaxy-Tab-A8_Dark-Gray_Infographic-Thumnail-2048x1365.jpgRead 13 October 2026Samsung US newsroom product image shows the tablet in landscape with the front camera at the centre of the long top edge
Auto framing
Not available
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Front video
ASamsung Galaxy Tab A8
Not availableBSamsung Galaxy Tab A9+
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Max frame rate (fps) |
|---|---|---|
| 1920 | 1080 | 30 |
Front autofocus
Not available
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Audio
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Number of speakers
41Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/introducing-samsungs-new-galaxy-tab-a8-more-screen-more-power-and-more-performanceRead 13 October 2026Quad Stereo Speakers, Dolby Atmos5Maker spec sheet (PDF)image-us.samsung.com/SamsungUS/samsungbusiness/pdfs/spec-sheet/Galaxy-Tab-A8-Series-Spec-Sheet.pdfRead 13 October 2026Number of Speakers: 46Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 13 October 2026Page 10 device layout labels four Speaker positions
41Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/samsung-galaxy-tab-a9-and-galaxy-tab-a9-entertainment-and-productivity-engineered-for-everyoneRead 10 October 2026Galaxy Tab A9+ has Quad speakers powered by Dolby Atmos2Maker product pagesamsung.com/ie/tablets/galaxy-tab-a/galaxy-tab-a9-plus-wifi-graphite-64gb-sm-x210nzaaeubRead 10 October 2026Quad Speakers (1.2W)5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 10 October 2026Page 5 layout diagram labels four speakers
Speaker layout
Quad1Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/samsung-galaxy-tab-a9-and-galaxy-tab-a9-entertainment-and-productivity-engineered-for-everyoneRead 10 October 2026Quad speakers. Placement not stated, so the enum quad is used for four speakers5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 10 October 2026Page 5 layout diagram shows two speakers on each short edge in landscape, four in total
Stereo speakers
Yes1Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/introducing-samsungs-new-galaxy-tab-a8-more-screen-more-power-and-more-performanceRead 13 October 2026Quad Stereo Speakers7Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_tab_a8_10_5_(2021)-11265.phpRead 13 October 2026Loudspeaker: Yes, with stereo speakers (4 speakers)
Microphones
3.5 mm jack
Yes1Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/introducing-samsungs-new-galaxy-tab-a8-more-screen-more-power-and-more-performanceRead 13 October 20263.5mm Ear jack3Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/business/tablets/galaxy-tab-a/galaxy-tab-a8-wifi-sm-x200nzaeeuaRead 13 October 2026Earjack: 3.5mm Stereo5Maker spec sheet (PDF)image-us.samsung.com/SamsungUS/samsungbusiness/pdfs/spec-sheet/Galaxy-Tab-A8-Series-Spec-Sheet.pdfRead 13 October 2026Earphone Jack: Yes
Yes2Maker product pagesamsung.com/ie/tablets/galaxy-tab-a/galaxy-tab-a9-plus-wifi-graphite-64gb-sm-x210nzaaeubRead 10 October 2026Earjack: 3.5mm Stereo4Spec databasem.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_tab_a9+-12617.phpRead 10 October 20263.5mm jack: Yes5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 10 October 2026Page 5 labels a Headphone jack on the long edge
Audio features
Quad speakers, Dolby Atmos1Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/samsung-galaxy-tab-a9-and-galaxy-tab-a9-entertainment-and-productivity-engineered-for-everyoneRead 10 October 20262Maker product pagesamsung.com/ie/tablets/galaxy-tab-a/galaxy-tab-a9-plus-wifi-graphite-64gb-sm-x210nzaaeubRead 10 October 2026Galaxy Tab A9+ includes Quad Speakers (1.2W). Both Galaxy Tab A9 and A9+ support Dolby Atmos
Network
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Cellular
Yes1Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/introducing-samsungs-new-galaxy-tab-a8-more-screen-more-power-and-more-performanceRead 13 October 2026LTE model exists. Availability of the LTE model varies by market and carrier4Maker product pagesamsung.com/es/tablets/galaxy-tab-a/galaxy-tab-a8-lte-dark-gray-64gb-sm-x205nzaeeubRead 13 October 2026LTE model SM-X2057Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_tab_a8_10_5_(2021)-11265.phpRead 13 October 2026Versions: Wi-Fi SM-X200 and LTE SM-X205
Yes1Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/samsung-galaxy-tab-a9-and-galaxy-tab-a9-entertainment-and-productivity-engineered-for-everyoneRead 10 October 20265G connectivity supported on Galaxy Tab A9+ only3Maker product pagesamsung.com/ie/tablets/galaxy-tab-a/galaxy-tab-a9-plus-5g-graphite-64gb-sm-x216bzaaeubRead 10 October 2026Samsung Ireland 5G model page
Network
GSM, HSPA, LTE4Maker product pagesamsung.com/es/tablets/galaxy-tab-a/galaxy-tab-a8-lte-dark-gray-64gb-sm-x205nzaeeubRead 13 October 20262G GSM, 3G UMTS and 4G LTE band rows. No 5G7Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_tab_a8_10_5_(2021)-11265.phpRead 13 October 2026GSM / HSPA / LTE, cellular model only
2G bands
GSM850, GSM900, DCS1800, PCS19004Maker product pagesamsung.com/es/tablets/galaxy-tab-a/galaxy-tab-a8-lte-dark-gray-64gb-sm-x205nzaeeubRead 13 October 20262G GSM GSM850, GSM900, DCS1800, PCS19007Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_tab_a8_10_5_(2021)-11265.phpRead 13 October 2026GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands
B1(2100), B2(1900), B4(AWS), B5(850), B8(900)4Maker product pagesamsung.com/es/tablets/galaxy-tab-a/galaxy-tab-a8-lte-dark-gray-64gb-sm-x205nzaeeubRead 13 October 20263G UMTS B1(2100), B2(1900), B4(AWS), B5(850), B8(900)7Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_tab_a8_10_5_(2021)-11265.phpRead 13 October 2026HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
B1(2100), B2(1900), B4(AWS), B5(850), B8(900)3Maker product pagesamsung.com/ie/tablets/galaxy-tab-a/galaxy-tab-a9-plus-5g-graphite-64gb-sm-x216bzaaeubRead 10 October 20263G UMTS B1(2100), B2(1900), B4(AWS), B5(850), B8(900)
4G bands
B1(2100), B2(1900), B3(1800), B4(AWS), B5(850), B7(2600), B8(900), B12(700), B17(700), B20(800), B28(700), B66(AWS-3), B38(2600), B40(2300), B41(2500)4Maker product pagesamsung.com/es/tablets/galaxy-tab-a/galaxy-tab-a8-lte-dark-gray-64gb-sm-x205nzaeeubRead 13 October 2026Samsung Spain page for SM-X205NZAEEUB: 4G FDD LTE B1(2100), B2(1900), B3(1800), B4(AWS), B5(850), B7(2600), B8(900), B12(700), B17(700), B20(800), B28(700), B66(AWS-3) and 4G TDD LTE B38(2600), B40(2300), B41(2500)7Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_tab_a8_10_5_(2021)-11265.phpRead 13 October 20261, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66. Agrees with the Samsung Spain band table
B1(2100), B2(1900), B3(1800), B4(AWS), B5(850), B7(2600), B8(900), B12(700), B13(700), B17(700), B20(800), B26(850), B28(700), B66(AWS-3), B38(2600), B40(2300), B41(2500)3Maker product pagesamsung.com/ie/tablets/galaxy-tab-a/galaxy-tab-a9-plus-5g-graphite-64gb-sm-x216bzaaeubRead 10 October 20264G FDD LTE and 4G TDD LTE lists combined
5G bands
Not available
N1(2100), N3(1800), N5(850), N7(2600), N8(900), N20(800), N28(700), N66(AWS-3), N38(2600), N40(2300), N41(2500), N77(3700), N78(3500)3Maker product pagesamsung.com/ie/tablets/galaxy-tab-a/galaxy-tab-a9-plus-5g-graphite-64gb-sm-x216bzaaeubRead 10 October 20265G FDD Sub6 and 5G TDD Sub6 lists combined
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Max download speed
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Modem
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Connectivity
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Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 51Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/introducing-samsungs-new-galaxy-tab-a8-more-screen-more-power-and-more-performanceRead 13 October 2026Wi-Fi 5 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac), Wi-Fi Direct, Bluetooth v5.03Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/business/tablets/galaxy-tab-a/galaxy-tab-a8-wifi-sm-x200nzaeeuaRead 13 October 2026802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Wi-Fi 51Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/samsung-galaxy-tab-a9-and-galaxy-tab-a9-entertainment-and-productivity-engineered-for-everyoneRead 10 October 2026Wi-Fi 52Maker product pagesamsung.com/ie/tablets/galaxy-tab-a/galaxy-tab-a9-plus-wifi-graphite-64gb-sm-x210nzaaeubRead 10 October 2026802.11 ac
Wi-Fi bands
Bluetooth
5.11Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/samsung-galaxy-tab-a9-and-galaxy-tab-a9-entertainment-and-productivity-engineered-for-everyoneRead 10 October 2026Bluetooth v5.1 for Galaxy Tab A9+ (Galaxy Tab A9 has v5.3)2Maker product pagesamsung.com/ie/tablets/galaxy-tab-a/galaxy-tab-a9-plus-wifi-graphite-64gb-sm-x210nzaaeubRead 10 October 2026Bluetooth v5.1
Bluetooth codecs
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NFC
Positioning
GPS, Glonass, Galileo, QZSS1Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/introducing-samsungs-new-galaxy-tab-a8-more-screen-more-power-and-more-performanceRead 13 October 2026GPS + GLONASS, Beidou, Galileo. The Samsung UK table lists GPS, Glonass, Galileo, QZSS and is used for the stored list3Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/business/tablets/galaxy-tab-a/galaxy-tab-a8-wifi-sm-x200nzaeeuaRead 13 October 2026Location Technology: GPS, Glonass, Galileo, QZSS, listed on the Wi-Fi model page
Dual-band GNSS
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Connector
USB ports
15Maker spec sheet (PDF)image-us.samsung.com/SamsungUS/samsungbusiness/pdfs/spec-sheet/Galaxy-Tab-A8-Series-Spec-Sheet.pdfRead 13 October 2026USB Type-C (2.0), one port in the device layout6Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 13 October 2026Page 10 layout: one multipurpose jack (USB Type-C)
USB speed
Thunderbolt
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Video out over USB
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Max external display
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External displays
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Stylus
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Stylus
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Compatible styluses
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Pressure levels
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Tilt support
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Hover
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Keyboard and accessories
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Accessory connector
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Official keyboards
ASamsung Galaxy Tab A8
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| Book Cover Keyboard Slim | No |
Keyboard with trackpad
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Keyboard in box
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Features and sensors
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Fingerprint
None2Maker product pagesamsung.com/ie/tablets/galaxy-tab-a/galaxy-tab-a9-plus-wifi-graphite-64gb-sm-x210nzaaeubRead 10 October 2026Sensors list names no fingerprint sensor. Samsung lists the Fingerprint Sensor on models that have one, for example Galaxy Tab S9 FE4Spec databasem.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_tab_a9+-12617.phpRead 10 October 2026Sensors list names no fingerprint sensor. Samsung lists the Fingerprint Sensor on models that have one, for example Galaxy Tab S9 FE
Face unlock
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2D5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 10 October 2026Page 93: the device can unlock the screen by recognising your face. The only camera facing the user is the 5 MP front camera and the sensor list has no infrared or depth sensor, so 2D is used. Mezha also says face recognition uses the front camera.10Reviewmezha.ua/en/reviews/review-of-the-galaxy-tab-a9-tablet-from-samsung/ampRead 10 October 2026No fingerprint scanner. Unlock is by password or face recognition with the front camera.
Sensors
Accelerometer, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Hall Sensor, Light Sensor1Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/introducing-samsungs-new-galaxy-tab-a8-more-screen-more-power-and-more-performanceRead 13 October 2026Accelerometer, Compass, Gyro, Light, Hall Sensor. The UK table adds a geomagnetic sensor, which is the compass3Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/business/tablets/galaxy-tab-a/galaxy-tab-a8-wifi-sm-x200nzaeeuaRead 13 October 2026Accelerometer, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Hall Sensor, Light Sensor
Accelerometer, Gyro sensor, Geomagnetic sensor, Hall sensor, Light sensor2Maker product pagesamsung.com/ie/tablets/galaxy-tab-a/galaxy-tab-a9-plus-wifi-graphite-64gb-sm-x210nzaaeubRead 10 October 2026Accelerometer, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Hall Sensor, Light Sensor
Extra buttons
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Battery and charging
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Battery capacity
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Battery capacity (typical)
7,040mAh1Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/introducing-samsungs-new-galaxy-tab-a8-more-screen-more-power-and-more-performanceRead 13 October 20267,040mAh typical value under IEC 61960. 15W Adaptive Fast Charging supported with a 15W charger sold separately3Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/business/tablets/galaxy-tab-a/galaxy-tab-a8-wifi-sm-x200nzaeeuaRead 13 October 2026
7,040mAh1Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/samsung-galaxy-tab-a9-and-galaxy-tab-a9-entertainment-and-productivity-engineered-for-everyoneRead 10 October 20267,040mAh typical, tested under third-party laboratory conditions (IEC 61960)2Maker product pagesamsung.com/ie/tablets/galaxy-tab-a/galaxy-tab-a9-plus-wifi-graphite-64gb-sm-x210nzaaeubRead 10 October 2026Battery Capacity (mAh, Typical) 7040
Claimed battery life
ASamsung Galaxy Tab A8
| Use case | Hours (h) |
|---|---|
| Mixed use | 13 |
BSamsung Galaxy Tab A9+
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Wired charging
15W1Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/samsung-galaxy-tab-a9-and-galaxy-tab-a9-entertainment-and-productivity-engineered-for-everyoneRead 10 October 202615W Power Adapter sold separately for wired charging. The 15 W maximum is also listed by GSMArena4Spec databasem.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_tab_a9+-12617.phpRead 10 October 2026Charging: 15W wired
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Charging guidance
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Charge 0 to 50 %
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Charge 0 to 100 %
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Reverse wired
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Charger in box
Yes8Spec databaseik.imagekit.io/pimberly/65707b38e31f5a94719d7ba0/a335ead0/66e818d27ac377001997b723/product-pdfRead 13 October 2026AC adapter included. The data sheet lists 15 W, which conflicts with Samsung saying the 15W charger is sold separately. Tech Advisor and 9to5Google state a 7.8W or 7.75W adapter in the box, so the 15W row is not used9Measurementtechadvisor.com/article/723220/samsung-galaxy-tab-a8-review.htmlRead 13 October 2026Samsung has only bundled a 7.8W charger in the box
No1Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/samsung-galaxy-tab-a9-and-galaxy-tab-a9-entertainment-and-productivity-engineered-for-everyoneRead 10 October 202615W Power Adapter sold separately2Maker product pagesamsung.com/ie/tablets/galaxy-tab-a/galaxy-tab-a9-plus-wifi-graphite-64gb-sm-x210nzaaeubRead 10 October 2026Buy box shows Charger not included. Charger 10-15W USB PD is an accessory
Included charger
7.75W9Measurementtechadvisor.com/article/723220/samsung-galaxy-tab-a8-review.htmlRead 13 October 20267.8W charger supplied. 9to5Google gives 7.75W11Press article9to5google.com/2022/01/14/samsung-galaxy-tab-a8-officialRead 13 October 2026Samsung only includes a 7.75W charger in the box
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Measured
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Geekbench 6 single-core
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Geekbench 6 multi-core
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Geekbench 6 GPU
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3DMark Wild Life Extreme
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3DMark stress test stability
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AnTuTu
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Manual SDR brightness (measured)
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Brightness with auto (measured)
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HDR brightness (measured)
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Contrast ratio (measured)
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Colour accuracy (measured Delta E)
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Reflections (measured)
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PWM dimming (measured)
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PWM up to brightness (measured)
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Stylus latency (measured)
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Battery life (measured)
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Battery tests (measured)
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Full charge time (measured)
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Loudspeaker loudness (measured)
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EU label and regulatory
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EU energy class
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Battery endurance per cycle (EU test)
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Battery endurance in cycles (EU test)
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Drop resistance class
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Repairability class
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SAR body (US)
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SAR body (EU)
In the box
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In the box
Galaxy Tab A8, USB Type-C cable, Power adapter8Spec databaseik.imagekit.io/pimberly/65707b38e31f5a94719d7ba0/a335ead0/66e818d27ac377001997b723/product-pdfRead 13 October 2026Packaging content: AC adapter included, cables included USB Type-C
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Links
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Product page
Spec sheet
image-us.samsung.com/SamsungUS/samsungbusiness/pdfs/spec-sheet/Galaxy-Tab-A8-Series-Spec-Sheet.pdf5Maker spec sheet (PDF)image-us.samsung.com/SamsungUS/samsungbusiness/pdfs/spec-sheet/Galaxy-Tab-A8-Series-Spec-Sheet.pdfRead 13 October 2026Samsung US business spec sheet, Galaxy Tab A8 10.5 SM-X200, January 2022
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Manual
EPREL registration number
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Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
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