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Tablet · Samsung · 2020
The Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (2018) 128GB is Samsung's 2020 tablet featuring a 8.0 inches, 185.6 cm2 (~70.9% screen-to-body ratio) display, the Qualcomm MSM8917 Snapdragon 425 (28 nm) chipset. It comes with a 5000 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 8.0 (2018) delivers an 8.0-inch LCD screen with 800x1280 resolution and no high refresh rate, making it functional but not immersive for media. Its Snapdragon 425 and Android 8.1 struggle with multitasking and modern apps, limiting utility beyond basic tasks. It lacks stylus support entirely, ruling out note-taking or drawing. The 5000 mAh battery lasts all day with light use, but the 358g weight feels bulky for one-handed holding. This tablet excels only as a low-cost media viewer for children or elderly users who need a simple device for YouTube, WhatsApp, or e-books. In UAE at AED 349, it’s worth it because no competing 8-inch tablet offers this storage and battery at half the price. In India at ₹7499, it’s overpriced—real alternatives like the Lenovo Tab M8 offer better software and lighter weight for less. Buy only if budget is tight and usage is minimal.
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| Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
| Type | Li-Ion 5000 mAh, non-removable |
| Battery Capacity | 5000 mAh |
| Single | 5 MP, f/2.2, AF |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| Single | 2 MP, f/2.2 |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - Canada |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 12, 17, 29, 30, 66 - Canada |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 4.2, A2DP |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS |
| NFC | No |
| Radio | No |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 |
| Dimensions | 206.6 x 126.7 x 8.9 mm (8.13 x 4.99 x 0.35 in) |
| Weight | 358 g (12.63 oz) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Type | IPS LCD |
| Size | 8.0 inches, 185.6 cm2 (~70.9% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 800 x 1280 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~189 ppi density) |
| Card slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Internal | 128 |
| Sensors | Accelerometer |
| Colors | Black |
| Models | SM-T387, SM-T387W, SM-T387V, SM-T387AA, SM-T387T |
| SAR | 1.29 W/kg (body) |
| Price | About 200 EUR |
| Announced | 2018, September. Released 2018, September |
| Status | Discontinued |
| OS | Android 8.1 (Oreo) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm MSM8917 Snapdragon 425 (28 nm) |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53 |
| GPU | Adreno 308 |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
Common questions about the Galaxy Tab A 8 0 (2018).
It is not recommended for most buyers in 2026 due to outdated software support and declining app compatibility. The low price may suit basic users, but newer budget tablets offer better performance and security updates.
The Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (2018) 128GB is priced at AED 349 in the UAE. It is available through major electronics retailers and online marketplaces.
The Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (2018) 128GB is priced at ₹7499 in India. It can be found on leading e-commerce platforms and authorized Samsung retailers.
The tablet has basic 5MP rear and 2MP front cameras suitable for simple photos and video calls. Image quality is adequate in good lighting but lacks detail and low-light performance.
The battery lasts up to 13 hours of continuous video playback under normal usage conditions. It provides all-day power for light tasks like browsing and streaming.
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