UAE Price
AED 399
India Price
₹8,499
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Tablet · Samsung
The Samsung Galaxy Tab E 8.0 256GB is Samsung's tablet featuring a 8.0 inches, 185.6 cm2 (~69.4% screen-to-body ratio) display, the Qualcomm MSM8916 Snapdragon 410 (28 nm) chipset. It comes with a 5000 mAh battery. At AED 399 in the UAE and ₹8,499 in India, it sits firmly in the budget tier.
The Samsung Galaxy Tab E 8.0 delivers an 8.0-inch HD display with 16:10 aspect ratio and 189 ppi density, but lacks any high refresh rate or advanced panel tech like OLED. Its quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A53 and Android 5.1.1 base, upgradable only to Nougat, limit multitasking and app compatibility. No stylus support exists. It excels only as a basic media viewer for elderly users or children, thanks to its 5000 mAh battery offering all-day playback. The 360g weight feels bulky for prolonged handheld use. Weakness? Outdated software and no Android updates beyond 7.1, leaving security gaps and app obsolescence. In UAE at AED 399, it’s worth it because it’s the cheapest 8-inch tablet with 256GB storage and long battery life. In India at ₹8499, it’s overpriced—same specs are available for under ₹6000 with newer Android versions. Buy only if you need offline storage and battery endurance, not performance or modern software.
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| Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
| Type | Li-Ion 5000 mAh, non-removable |
| Talk time | Up to 13 h (3G) |
| Music play | Up to 117 h |
| Battery Capacity | 5000 mAh |
| Single | 5 MP, f/2.2, AF |
| Video | 720p@30fps |
| Single | 2 MP, f/2.2 |
| Technology | CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE |
| 2G bands | CDMA 800 / 1900 - T377P, T377R |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - T377 |
| 4G bands | 3, 7, 8, 28, 38 - T377 |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 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 | 212.1 x 126.1 x 8.9 mm (8.35 x 4.96 x 0.35 in) |
| Weight | 360 g (12.70 oz) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM (cellular model only) |
| Type | TFT |
| Size | 8.0 inches, 185.6 cm2 (~69.4% 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 | Pearl White, Metallic Black |
| Models | SM-T377W, SM-T377, SM-T375, SM-T377P, SM-T377R, SM-T377A, SM-T378V, SM-T377V |
| SAR | 1.59 W/kg (body) |
| Price | About 180 EUR |
| Announced | 2016, January. Released 2016, January |
| Status | Discontinued |
| OS | Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 7.1 (Nougat) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm MSM8916 Snapdragon 410 (28 nm) |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A53 |
| GPU | Adreno 306 |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
Common questions about the Galaxy Tab E 8 0.
Yes, it's a solid value for basic tasks like browsing, streaming, and light apps, especially at its low price point. It’s ideal for users who need a simple, no-frills tablet without paying for high-end features.
The Samsung Galaxy Tab E 8.0 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 E 8.0 256GB is priced at ₹8499 in India. It is available through authorized Samsung sellers and leading e-commerce platforms.
The camera captures basic photos and videos suitable for video calls and quick snapshots, but lacks detail and low-light performance. It’s adequate for casual use, not for photography enthusiasts.
The tablet offers up to 9 hours of continuous use on a single charge under typical conditions. It provides reliable all-day battery life for light browsing and media consumption.
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