UAE Price
AED 399
India Price
₹8,499
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Tablet · Samsung
The Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 256GB is Samsung's tablet featuring a 8.0 inches, 185.6 cm2 (~69.0% screen-to-body ratio) display, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 (28 nm) chipset. It comes with a 4450 mAh battery. At AED 399 in the UAE and ₹8,499 in India, it sits firmly in the budget tier.
The Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 256GB offers an 8.0-inch 800x1280 LCD panel with no high refresh rate, but its rugged build and removable 4450mAh battery stand out. Powered by the aging Snapdragon 400 and running Android 4.4.2 upgradable to 5.1.1, performance is sluggish for modern apps. It lacks cellular connectivity and stylus support, limiting its utility beyond basic tasks. The 393g weight feels bulky for prolonged handheld use. This tablet excels only in harsh environments—construction sites, warehouses, or fieldwork—where durability and replaceable battery matter more than speed or screen quality. Its 256GB storage helps store manuals, logs, or offline maps. In UAE at AED 399, it’s worth it because rugged tablets with removable batteries are rare at this price. In India at ₹8499, it’s overpriced—similarly rugged alternatives with better software and newer chips exist below ₹7000. Buy only if you need industrial-grade resilience, not performance.
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| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
| Type | Li-Ion 4450 mAh, removable |
| Battery Capacity | 4450 mAh |
| Single | 3.15 MP, AF |
| Features | LED flash |
| Video | 720p@30fps |
| Single | 1.2 MP |
| Technology | No cellular connectivity |
| 2G bands | N/A |
| GPRS | No |
| EDGE | No |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 4.0, A2DP, LE |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS |
| NFC | Yes |
| Radio | No |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 |
| Dimensions | 213.1 x 126.2 x 9.7 mm (8.39 x 4.97 x 0.38 in) |
| Weight | 393 g (13.86 oz) |
| SIM | No |
| Type | LCD |
| Size | 8.0 inches, 185.6 cm2 (~69.0% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 800 x 1280 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~189 ppi density) |
| Card slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Internal | 256 |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, gyro, compass |
| Colors | Titanium Green |
| Models | SM-T360 |
| Price | About 300 EUR |
| Announced | 2014, September. Released 2014, December |
| Status | Discontinued |
| OS | Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to Android 5.1.1, TouchWiz UI |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 (28 nm) |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7 |
| GPU | Adreno 305 |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
Common questions about the Galaxy Tab Active.
Yes, it's worth buying in 2026 if you need a durable, no-frills tablet for everyday tasks or fieldwork. At under AED 400 or ₹8500, it offers strong value for its rugged build and reliable performance.
The Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 256GB is priced at AED 399 in the UAE. It is widely available through major retailers and online stores across the country.
The Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 256GB is priced at ₹8499 in India. It is available through authorized Samsung sellers and leading e-commerce platforms.
The camera delivers clear photos in good lighting and handles basic video calls well. It is not designed for professional photography but suffices for quick snapshots and documentation.
The battery lasts up to 12 hours of continuous use under typical conditions. It supports all-day operation for work, media, and light outdoor tasks without needing a recharge.
Ready to buy the Galaxy Tab Active?
From AED 399 on Amazon UAE and Noon.
