UAE Price
AED 599
India Price
₹14,999
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Tablet · Samsung · 2022
The Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 10.5 (2021) 64GB is Samsung's 2022 tablet featuring a 10.5 inches, 319.7 cm2 (~80.0% screen-to-body ratio) display, the Unisoc Tiger T618 (12 nm) chipset. It comes with a 7040 mAh battery. At AED 599 in the UAE and ₹14,999 in India, it sits firmly in the budget tier.
The Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 10.5 (2021) delivers a sharp 10.5-inch IPS display with 1200x1920 resolution and 16:10 aspect ratio, offering generous screen real estate for reading and video, though it lacks a high refresh rate and OLED panel. Powered by an octa-core 2.0GHz chipset, it handles light multitasking and streaming without lag, but struggles with demanding apps. It supports the S Pen (sold separately), making it usable for note-taking, though pressure sensitivity is basic. Battery life lasts all day on moderate use thanks to the 7040mAh cell, but the 508g weight feels bulky for prolonged handheld use. In UAE at AED 599, it’s worth it because it’s the cheapest 10.5-inch Android tablet with S Pen compatibility. In India at ₹14999, it’s overpriced—competing tablets offer better screens and faster chips for similar cost. Skip if you need stylus precision or smooth scrolling.
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| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers (4 speakers) |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
| Type | Li-Po 7040 mAh |
| Charging | 15W wired |
| Battery Capacity | 7040 mAh |
| Single | 8 MP, AF |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| Single | 5 MP |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| 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, 66 |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE - cellular model only |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.0, A2DP, LE |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS - cellular model only |
| NFC | No |
| Radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0 |
| Dimensions | 246.8 x 161.9 x 6.9 mm (9.72 x 6.37 x 0.27 in) |
| Weight | 508 g (1.12 lb) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM (cellular model only) |
| Type | TFT LCD |
| Size | 10.5 inches, 319.7 cm2 (~80.0% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 1200 x 1920 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~216 ppi density) |
| Card slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Internal | 64 |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Colors | Gray, Silver, Pink Gold |
| Models | SM-X200, SM-X205 |
| SAR EU | 0.92 W/kg (body) |
| Price | About 230 EUR |
| Announced | 2021, December 15 |
| Status | Available. Released 2022, January 17 |
| OS | Android 11, upgradable to Android 14, One UI 6 |
| Chipset | Unisoc Tiger T618 (12 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Mali G52 MP2 |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
Common questions about the Galaxy Tab A8 10 5 (2021).
It may still be worth buying in 2026 if you need a basic tablet for light tasks like browsing, streaming, or reading, as its low price offers good value for non-demanding use. However, software updates will likely have ended, and performance may feel sluggish compared to newer models.
The Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 10.5 (2021) 64GB is priced at AED 599 in the UAE. It remains available through major retailers and online platforms in the region.
The Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 10.5 (2021) 64GB is priced at ₹14999 in India. It is still available through authorized sellers and e-commerce sites across the country.
The camera performance is basic, with a 8MP rear and 2MP front camera suitable for simple photos and video calls. Image quality is adequate in good lighting but lacks detail and low-light capability.
The tablet offers up to 15 hours of battery life with typical usage like streaming or browsing. It easily lasts a full day on a single charge under normal conditions.
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