Smartphone editorial team · Updated:
Cons
Our editorial view of this model’s strengths and limitations.
This is an LCD, so blacks in a dark room are not as deep as on AMOLED. Performance is sufficient for everyday tasks, but flagship Tab S models are better suited to demanding games at high settings. USB-C uses USB 2.0 and cannot send video to a monitor over a cable. The keyboard costs extra, and there is no 3.5 mm headphone socket.
The large body is more comfortable on a desk or stand than for one-handed reading or use while standing.
How do we assess advantages and disadvantages?
Our editorial assessment draws on specifications, manufacturer documentation and available material about the model. It does not imply our own laboratory testing. We distinguish physical RAM from virtual expansion; features and box contents can vary by market. Reference prices are conversions; check the store for the final price of an offer.