The Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 & S Pen (2019) is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Exynos 7904 (14 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use, with a 4,200 mAh battery for solid all-day use (2019).
2019 · Lower-mid-range · Android 9.0 (Pie)
Overall
B
Performance
B+
Display
B+
Battery
B
Camera
C+
Software
B
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⚡ Quick Specs
Size8" · 201.5 x 122.4 x 8.9 mm (7.93 x 4.82 x 0.35 in)
ChipsetExynos 7904 (14 nm)
RAM3GB
Storage32GB
Main Camera8 MP · LED flash
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓8" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Entry-level Exynos 7904 (14 nm) — struggles with demanding apps
✗Only 3GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
✗8 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
✗Heavy at 325g — noticeable in pocket over long periods
⚠️ Not ideal for
Mobile gamingHeavy multitaskingMultitaskingPhotography
ℹ️ Overview
Status
Discontinued
Announced
2019, March. Released 2019, April
Also Known As
Versions: SM-P200 (Wi-Fi); SM-P205 (LTE)Also known as Samsung Galaxy Tab A with S Pen 8.0", Samsung Galaxy Tab A Plus 8
