UAE Price
AED 299
India Price
₹6,499
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Tablet · Samsung
The Samsung Galaxy Tab J 128GB is Samsung's tablet featuring a 7.0 inches, 142.1 cm2 (~69.9% screen-to-body ratio) display, the Spreadtrum SC8830 chipset. It comes with a 4000 mAh battery. At AED 299 in the UAE and ₹6,499 in India, it sits firmly in the budget tier.
The Samsung Galaxy Tab J 128GB offers a 7.0-inch LCD screen with 800x1280 resolution and no mention of refresh rate, making it functional but dated for media consumption. Its Spreadtrum SC8830 chip and Android 5.1 Lollipop deliver sluggish performance, limiting multitasking and app compatibility. The 4000 mAh battery sustains light use but drains quickly under LTE or screen-on time. No stylus support exists, ruling out note-taking or drawing. This tablet excels only in low-cost portability for basic tasks like browsing or watching videos on a compact screen. The 289g weight feels bulky for its size. In UAE at AED 299, it’s value because it’s the cheapest 128GB tablet available, though software is obsolete. In India at ₹6499, it’s overpriced — competitors offer newer Android versions, better chips, and similar storage for the same cost. Avoid if you need apps, updates, or responsiveness. Only consider if you need a secondary device for YouTube or e-books with zero budget.
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| Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
| Type | Li-Ion 4000 mAh, non-removable |
| Battery Capacity | 4000 mAh |
| Single | 8 MP, f/1.9, AF |
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| Single | 2 MP, f/2.2 |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | LTE |
| Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 4.0, A2DP |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS |
| NFC | No |
| Radio | FM radio, RDS |
| USB | microUSB 2.0, OTG |
| Dimensions | 186.9 x 108.8 x 8.7 mm (7.36 x 4.28 x 0.34 in) |
| Weight | 289 g (10.19 oz) |
| SIM | Micro-SIM |
| Type | PLS |
| Size | 7.0 inches, 142.1 cm2 (~69.9% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 800 x 1280 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~216 ppi density) |
| Card slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Internal | 128 |
| Sensors | Accelerometer |
| Colors | White, Gold |
| Models | SM-T285YD |
| Announced | 2016, July. Released 2016, August |
| Status | Discontinued |
| OS | Android 5.1 (Lollipop) |
| Chipset | Spreadtrum SC8830 |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A7 |
| GPU | Mali-400MP2 |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
Common questions about the Galaxy Tab J.
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 students or seniors who need a simple, reliable tablet without overspending.
The Samsung Galaxy Tab J 128GB is priced at AED 299 in the UAE. It is widely available at major retailers and online stores across the country.
The Samsung Galaxy Tab J 128GB is priced at ₹6499 in India. It is readily available through official Samsung channels and leading e-commerce platforms.
The camera captures decent photos in good lighting for basic needs like scanning documents or video calls. It’s not designed for high-quality photography or low-light performance.
The tablet offers up to 10 hours of continuous use on a single charge under normal conditions. It easily lasts a full day for light browsing and media consumption.
Ready to buy the Galaxy Tab J?
From AED 299 on Amazon UAE and Noon.
