UAE Price
AED 349
India Price
₹7,499
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Tablet · Samsung
The Samsung Galaxy Tab A 9.7 128GB is Samsung's tablet featuring a 9.7 inches, 291.4 cm2 (~72.0% screen-to-body ratio) display. It comes with a 6000 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 9.7 128GB offers a 9.7-inch TFT display with 768x1024 resolution and no adaptive refresh rate, making it adequate for basic media consumption but not for smooth scrolling or detail-heavy tasks. Its quad-core 1.2 GHz processor and Android 5.0 OS, upgradable only to Marshmallow, limit multitasking and app compatibility. The 6000 mAh battery delivers long endurance, and 128GB storage helps with offline content. No stylus support exists, ruling out note-taking or drawing. At 450g, it’s heavy for prolonged handheld use. In UAE at AED 349, it’s value because it outlasts cheaper tablets in battery life and offers usable storage. In India at ₹7499, it’s overpriced — competitors like the Lenovo Tab M10 offer better screens and newer Android versions at similar cost. Avoid if you need modern apps, responsive performance, or portability. Buy only if you need a simple, battery-efficient device for static media playback with no upgrades planned.
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| Loudspeaker | Yes, dual speakers |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
| Type | Li-Ion 6000 mAh, non-removable |
| Talk time | Up to 14 h 30 min (multimedia) (2G) / Up to 40 h (3G) |
| Music play | Up to 160 h |
| Battery Capacity | 6000 mAh |
| Single | 5 MP, AF |
| Video | 720p@30fps |
| Single | 2 MP |
| 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 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 4.1, A2DP |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS - cellular model only |
| NFC | No |
| Radio | No |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 |
| Dimensions | 242.5 x 166.8 x 7.5 mm (9.55 x 6.57 x 0.30 in) |
| Weight | 450 g (Wi-Fi), 453 g (LTE) (0.99 lb) |
| SIM | Micro-SIM - cellular model only |
| Type | TFT |
| Size | 9.7 inches, 291.4 cm2 (~72.0% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 768 x 1024 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~132 ppi density) |
| Card slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Internal | 128 |
| Sensors | Accelerometer |
| Colors | Smoky Titanium, Smoky Blue, White |
| Models | SM-T555, SM-T550, SM-P555, SM-P550 |
| SAR EU | 0.96 W/kg (body) |
| Price | About 250 EUR |
| Announced | 2015, March. Released 2015, May |
| Status | Discontinued |
| OS | Android 5.0 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0.1 (Marshmallow) |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.2 GHz |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
Common questions about the Galaxy Tab A 9 7.
Yes, it's a solid value for basic tasks like browsing, streaming, and light productivity, especially at its low price point. It offers reliable performance and sufficient storage for everyday use without overspending.
The Samsung Galaxy Tab A 9.7 128GB is priced at AED 349 in the UAE. It is widely available through authorized retailers and major online stores across the country.
The Samsung Galaxy Tab A 9.7 128GB is priced at ₹7499 in India. It is readily available on major e-commerce platforms and authorized Samsung retail outlets.
The camera delivers decent photos in good lighting but struggles in low-light conditions. It’s suitable for quick snapshots and video calls, not professional or detailed photography.
The tablet offers up to 10 hours of continuous usage on a single charge under typical conditions. It easily lasts a full day with moderate browsing and media consumption.
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