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)ⓘ Note: Scores are automatically calculated using available specifications and may not always perfectly reflect real-world performance or user experience.
✓︎ 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 gamingHeavy multitaskingMultitaskingPhotography
⚙️ 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 & Design
Battery
7,900 mAh
Excellent endurance — easily lasts a full day
Type
Li-Ion 7900 mAh, non-removable
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)
USB
microUSB 2.0 (MHL 2.1), OTG
Sensors
Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, compass
Colors
Dazzling White, Titanium Bronze
