The Samsung Galaxy Tab J is a budget-focused device, powered by the Spreadtrum SC8830, built for basic everyday tasks, with a 4,000 mAh battery for solid all-day use (2016).
2016 · Entry-level · Android 5.1 (Lollipop)
Overall
A
Performance
B+
Display
A
Battery
A+
Camera
B+
Software
A
ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Budget), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size7" · 186.9 x 108.8 x 8.7 mm (7.36 x 4.28 x 0.34 in)
ChipsetSpreadtrum SC8830
RAM5GB
Storage8GB
Main Camera8 MP · LED flash
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Basic Spreadtrum SC8830 for simple tasks only
✗8 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
✗Lower-resolution 216 PPI screen — visible pixels on close inspection
✗Heavy at 289g — noticeable in pocket over long periods
⚠️ Not ideal for
GamingMultitaskingPhotographyMedia consumption
ℹ️ Overview
Status
Discontinued
Announced
2016, July. Released 2016, August
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Spreadtrum SC8830
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Quad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A7
GPU
Mali-400MP2
OS
Android 5.1 (Lollipop)
RAM
5GB
Fine for everyday apps
Storage
8GB
Memory Card
microSDXC
💻 Display
Size
7"
Resolution
800×1280
Sharpness
216 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
Panel
PLS
Standard LCD display
📷 Camera
Main Camera
8 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
Main Video
1080p@30fps
Main Camera Features
LED flash, HDR, panorama
Selfie
2 MP
🔋 Battery
Capacity
4,000 mAh
Adequate for moderate use
Type
Li-Ion 4000 mAh, non-removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
289g
On the heavier side — noticeable in pocket
Dimensions
186.9 x 108.8 x 8.7 mm (7.36 x 4.28 x 0.34 in)
SIM
Micro-SIM
Colors
White, Gold
Sensors
Accelerometer
📶 Network
Technology
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth
4.0, A2DP
NFC
No
GPS
GPS, GLONASS
USB
microUSB 2.0, OTG
🔊 Sound
3.5mm Jack
Yes
Loudspeaker
Yes
Radio
FM radio, RDS
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the Samsung Galaxy Tab J does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
No, the Samsung Galaxy Tab J does not have NFC.
Yes, the Samsung Galaxy Tab J supports microSDXC expandable storage.
The Samsung Galaxy Tab J SIM configuration: Micro-SIM.
Yes, the Samsung Galaxy Tab J has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The Samsung Galaxy Tab J ships with Android 5.1 (Lollipop).
