Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 The Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Exynos 5420 Octa (28 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use, backed by a large 7,900 mAh battery for multi-day use (2014).
2014 · Lower-mid-range · Android 4.4.2 (KitKat) ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size 10.5" · 247.3 x 177.3 x 6.6 mm (9.74 x 6.98 x 0.26 in)
Chipset Exynos 5420 Octa (28 nm)
RAM 3GB
Storage 16GB | 32GB
Main Camera 8 MP · LED flash
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✓︎ Pros
✓ Exceptional 7,900 mAh battery — lasts 2+ days with typical use
✓ 10.5" OLED/AMOLED display with deep blacks and vibrant colours
✓ 3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗ Entry-level Exynos 5420 Octa (28 nm) — struggles with demanding apps
✗ Only 3GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
✗ 8 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
✗ Heavy at 465g — noticeable in pocket over long periods
⚠️ Not ideal for
Mobile gaming Heavy multitasking Multitasking Photography
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2014, June. Released 2014, July
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Exynos 5420 Octa (28 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Octa-core (4x1.9 GHz Cortex-A15 & 4x1.3 GHz Cortex-A7)
OS
Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), TouchWiz UI
RAM
3GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
288 ppi
Adequate sharpness for daily use
Panel
Super AMOLED
OLED: perfect blacks, vivid colours, power-efficient
📷 Camera
Main Camera
8 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
🔋 Battery
Capacity
7,900 mAh
Excellent endurance — easily lasts a full day
Type
Li-Ion 7900 mAh, non-removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
465g
On the heavier side — noticeable in pocket
Dimensions
247.3 x 177.3 x 6.6 mm (9.74 x 6.98 x 0.26 in)
Colors
Dazzling White, Titanium Bronze
Sensors
Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, compass
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
USB
microUSB 2.0 (MHL 2.1), OTG
🔊 Sound
Loudspeaker
Yes, with stereo speakers
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 support 5G?› No, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 does not support 5G — it supports No cellular connectivity.
Does the Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 have NFC?› No, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 does not have NFC.
Does the Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 have expandable storage?› Yes, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 supports microSDXC expandable storage.
Does the Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 support dual SIM?› The Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 SIM configuration: No.
Does the Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 have a headphone jack?› Yes, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Does the Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 have stereo speakers?› Yes, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 has stereo speakers.
What Android version does the Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 ship with?› The Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 ships with Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), TouchWiz UI.
What type of USB port does the Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 use?› The Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 uses microUSB 2.0 (MHL 2.1), OTG.
Does the Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 support Wi-Fi 7?› The Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot.
Does the Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 support Bluetooth LE Audio?› The Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 has 4.0, A2DP, LE.
