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AED 349
India Price
₹7,499
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Tablet · Samsung
The Samsung Galaxy Tab A 7.0 (2016) 256GB is Samsung's tablet featuring a 7.0 inches, 142.1 cm2 (~69.9% screen-to-body ratio) display, the Qualcomm MSM8916 Snapdragon 410 (28 nm)Spreadtrum SC9830 chipset. It comes with a 4000 mAh battery. At AED 349 in the UAE and ₹7,499 in India, it sits firmly in the budget tier.
The Samsung Galaxy Tab A 7.0 (2016) released in 2024 with a 7.0-inch LCD screen at 800x1280 resolution and 216 ppi offers modest clarity but no high refresh rate—just 60Hz. Powered by the outdated Snapdragon 410 or Spreadtrum SC9830, it struggles with multitasking and modern apps. It lacks stylus support and runs Android 5.1.1, leaving it vulnerable and incompatible with many current services. The 4000 mAh battery lasts a day under light use but drains fast with streaming. At 283g, it’s heavy for its size. In UAE at AED 349, it’s value because it’s the cheapest 7-inch tablet with LTE and 256GB storage—useful for elderly users needing a simple device for calls, WhatsApp, and stored videos. In India at ₹7499, it’s overpriced; even budget tablets now ship with Android 12 and better chips. Buy only if you need offline media playback with no alternatives.
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| Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
| Type | Li-Ion 4000 mAh, non-removable |
| Talk time | Up to 11 h (multimedia) |
| Music play | Up to 100 h |
| Battery Capacity | 4000 mAh |
| Single | 5 MP, f/2.2, AF |
| Features | Panorama |
| Video | 720p@30fps |
| Single | 2 MP, f/2.2 |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20 |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps - cellular model only |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 4.0, A2DP |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS - cellular model only |
| NFC | No |
| Radio | No |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 |
| Dimensions | 186.9 x 108.8 x 8.7 mm (7.36 x 4.28 x 0.34 in) |
| Weight | 283 g (9.98 oz) |
| Build | Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame |
| SIM | Micro-SIM - cellular model only |
| Type | IPS LCD |
| Size | 7.0 inches, 142.1 cm2 (~69.9% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 800 x 1280 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~216 ppi density) |
| Card slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Internal | 256 |
| Sensors | Accelerometer |
| Colors | Pearl White, Metallic Black |
| Models | SM-T280, SM-T285 |
| SAR EU | 0.64 W/kg (head) 0.85 W/kg (body) |
| Price | About 130 EUR |
| Announced | 2016, March. Released 2016, March |
| Status | Discontinued |
| OS | Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm MSM8916 Snapdragon 410 (28 nm)Spreadtrum SC9830 |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A53Quad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A7 |
| GPU | Adreno 306Mali-400MP2 |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
Common questions about the Galaxy Tab A 7 0 (2016).
It’s a budget-friendly option for basic tasks like browsing, streaming, and light apps, especially given its large storage. If you don’t need cutting-edge performance or updates, it offers good value for casual users in 2026.
The Samsung Galaxy Tab A 7.0 (2016) 256GB is priced at AED 349 in the UAE. It is available through major electronics retailers and online marketplaces across the country.
The Samsung Galaxy Tab A 7.0 (2016) 256GB is priced at ₹7499 in India. It can be found in authorized Samsung stores and leading online platforms nationwide.
The tablet has a basic 5MP rear camera and a 2MP front camera, suitable for simple photos and video calls. Image quality is adequate in good lighting but lacks detail and low-light performance.
The tablet offers up to 9 hours of continuous video playback on a single charge. Battery life is sufficient for daily light use, including browsing and media consumption.
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