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Tablet · Samsung · 2020
The Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (2019) 256GB is Samsung's 2020 tablet featuring a 8.0 inches, 185.6 cm2 (~71.0% screen-to-body ratio) display, the Qualcomm SDM429 Snapdragon 429 (12 nm) chipset. It comes with a 5100 mAh battery. At AED 499 in the UAE and ₹10,999 in India, it sits firmly in the budget tier.
The Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (2019) delivers an 8.0-inch TFT LCD screen with 800x1280 resolution and no high refresh rate, making it adequate for basic media but not for smooth scrolling or detail-heavy tasks. Powered by the sluggish Snapdragon 429 and Android 11, it handles light browsing and video streaming without major lag. It lacks stylus support, ruling out note-taking or drawing. The 5100mAh battery lasts all day on moderate use, but the 345g weight feels bulky for one-handed holding. In UAE at AED 499, it’s value because it’s one of the few 256GB tablets under AED 500 with expandable storage and LTE options. In India at ₹10999, it’s overpriced — rivals like the Redmi Pad offer better screens, faster chips, and similar storage for less. This tablet is only for buyers needing a no-frills, large-storage device for kids or secondary use, not for anyone seeking responsiveness or modern display tech.
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| Loudspeaker | Yes, with dual speakers |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
| Type | Li-Po 5100 mAh, non-removable |
| Battery Capacity | 5100 mAh |
| Single | 8 MP, AF |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| Single | 2 MP |
| 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 |
| Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps - cellular model only |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 4.2, A2DP, LE |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS - cellular model only |
| NFC | No |
| Radio | No |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 |
| Dimensions | 210 x 124.4 x 8 mm (8.27 x 4.90 x 0.31 in) |
| Weight | 345g (Wi-Fi), 347g (LTE) (12.24 oz) |
| Build | Glass front, aluminum back, plastic frame |
| SIM | Nano-SIM (cellular model only) |
| Type | TFT LCD |
| Size | 8.0 inches, 185.6 cm2 (~71.0% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 800 x 1280 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~189 ppi density) |
| Card slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Internal | 256 |
| Sensors | Accelerometer |
| Colors | Carbon Black, Silver Gray |
| Models | SM-T290, SM-T295 |
| SAR EU | 0.75 W/kg (head) 1.19 W/kg (body) |
| Price | About 130 EUR |
| Announced | 2019, July 05. Released 2019, July |
| Status | Discontinued |
| OS | Android 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 11 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SDM429 Snapdragon 429 (12 nm) |
| CPU | Quad-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 |
| GPU | Adreno 504 |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
Common questions about the Galaxy Tab A 8 0 (2019).
It is not recommended for new buyers in 2026 due to outdated software support and declining performance for modern apps. The 256GB storage is useful, but the hardware lacks updates and speed needed for current tasks.
The Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (2019) 256GB is priced at AED 499 in the UAE. It is available through major retailers and online platforms like Amazon UAE and Noon.
The Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (2019) 256GB is priced at ₹10999 in India. It can be found on online marketplaces like Amazon India and Flipkart.
The camera performance is basic, with a 5MP rear and 2MP front camera suitable only for simple photos and video calls. Image quality is adequate in good lighting but lacks detail and low-light capability.
The battery lasts up to 13 hours of mixed usage, including web browsing and video playback. It provides all-day endurance for light tasks but drains faster with heavy app use.
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