Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.5

  • Released 2018, August
    529g (Wi-Fi), 534g (LTE), 8mm thickness
    Android 8.1
    32GB storage, microSD slot
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  • 10.5"
    1200x1920 pixels
  • 8MP
    1080p
  • 3GB RAM
    Snapdragon 450
  • 7300mAh
    Li-Po

Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.5 - Specs

Network Technology GSM / HSPA / LTE
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands LTE band 1(2100), 2(1900), 3(1800), 4(1700/2100), 5(850), 7(2600), 8(900), 12(700), 17(700), 20(800), 28(700), 38(2600), 40(2300), 66(1700/2100)
Speed HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE-A (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps
Launch Announced 2018, August
Status Available. Released 2018, August
Body Dimensions 260 x 161.1 x 8 mm (10.24 x 6.34 x 0.31 in)
Weight 529g (Wi-Fi), 534g (LTE) (1.17 lb)
SIM Nano-SIM
Display Type IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors
Size 10.5 inches, 319.7 cm2 (~76.3% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 1200 x 1920 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~216 ppi density)
Platform OS Android 8.1 (Oreo)
Chipset Qualcomm SDM450 Snapdragon 450 (14 nm)
CPU Octa-core 1.8 GHz Cortex-A53
GPU Adreno 506
Memory Card slot microSD, up to 400 GB (dedicated slot)
Internal 32GB 3GB RAM
Main Camera Single 8 MP, f/1.9, AF
Features LED flash, panorama
Video 1080p@30fps
Selfie camera Single 5 MP, f/2.2
Video 1080p@30fps
Sound Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakers (4 speakers)
3.5mm jack Yes
 Dolby Atmos sound
Comms WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth 4.2, A2DP, LE
GPS Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS
Radio No
USB 2.0, Type-C 1.0 reversible connector, magnetic connector
Features Sensors Accelerometer, gyro, compass
 ANT+
Battery   Non-removable Li-Po 7300 mAh battery
Charging Fast battery charging
Misc Colors Black, Blue, White
Models SM-T590, SM-T595
SAR 1.35 W/kg (body)    
SAR EU 0.56 W/kg (body)    
Price About 250 EUR

Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.5 - User Reviews

  • Does anyone know if the display has Gorilla Glass or regular glass?

  • Just received 1st october patch update.

  • Seems like a coincide that ms is at windows 10 and android new release is 10. Why can't we have a universal platform where we can download app from any OS instead of having this fragmentation.

  • They are calling next update android 10.

  • I agree with your comment. The thing i like is it got updated to pie and will get Android 10. Also the calls& messages continuity is great. Meams if my phone is in another room i can recieve mgs and calls on my tab A. Ive had more expensive tablets and i have to say this is the best.

  • I crack my head open searching for an affordable android tablet that checks all my boxes and this happens to be it. Been using it for 3 months now, mine came out of the box with pie. One UI mekes it super fluid. Its superb in image quality, fast response, great sound, ridiculous battery life, quick charge and blue filter make it ideal for a multimedia device on the go. I use it primaraly as comics and books reader. And, the rule of the year applies for all Samsung devices. Just look for a good gadget that came out a year ago from the brand and you get yourself a pretty good deal. I got mine cheaper than the price of Tab A 10.1 2019 and the 10.5 2018 is by far a superior device in a ton of ways. The only downside is the poor attention that Google puts in the development of a tablet interface. Also, the GPS and sensors are awesome for a tablet in this segment.

  • I bought one yesterday and it is with Pie and anroid 9.

  • Not too sure. But if any device is on pie then might get Q update.

  • Is this upgradeable to android Q?

  • Yes. Mine got updated to pie momths ago. And its far better in performance etc. So its good that pie came preinstalled on this tablet. Anyone else buying it will have this on thier tablet.

  • I buy this tab recently but already Android 9 installed, Is this normal or already used tab?

  • This tablet is the best one ive bought. Ive had more expensive ones. But this one is amazing. Its on android pie. Runs really smooth. I use it for watching movies, youtube etc. It got a feature called calls& message continuity update which means i can use it to call or text friends on it if my phone is charging. I have it paired with s9 plus. Its fast at opening apps. Fast searching internet. Display is beautiful. I would suggest you buy it. Supports wake & sleep case. Ive had no problems at all since buying it. I use it everyday and still good in performance .

  • I want to buy this tab, anyone can give review about it

  • Try to clear your Cashe or go through your Google security setup to see if there are any blocks

  • Is the problem with wifi (not recognizing 2.4 networks) fixed? Im goingto buy this if its solved

  • Youtube comes installed with this tablet.

  • Im trying to install youtube app but every time when the setup is complete no youtube icon appears niether it gets installed.playstore still shows install not installed.how could i get it done.

  • Sorry I meant 2019.

  • This tablet does not support HD streaming on Netflix, and I think the same thing applies to the 2018 version.

  • What about Gamecube emu?

  • No. But it works fine on PS1 emu

  • Yes. I got pie upgrade and its great. No problems at all. Everything running smooth. Like the layout and i find its better than oreo. Just check manually in settings software update. You should get it soon.

  • Is this tablet able to handle ps2 emulators?

  • Yes, it can be updated.

  • Is this upgradeable to android pie?

  • You can only use capacitive stylus. You cannot use wacom stylus or stylus from the galaxy note line. Just google it.

  • I have a question... I need a stylus of some sort to take notes.. is there any compatible with the device?

  • Bump...... Any feedback please.

  • I suggest you buy Tab A 10.5 2018 . From performance display sound etc. And it come with pie out of the box. Ive hand many samsung tablets which were expensive. But this tablet is amazing. Watching movies and listening music is a pleasure:)

  • The S5e has a wifi problem !! Google for it.

  • Hello, which budget tablet do you think is better? the Tab S5e or Tab A (T-590) 2018??

  • TAB A is very good tablet. Bigger screen than s3. If you buy iit now it will come with pie os. Ive had more expensive tablets. But this tablet i like better. Battery is amazing. Sound is amazing. Display is nice. The performance is is very good..

  • I recieved pie update today. Gallery better with recyle bin feature. Storage analysis. Galaxy buds support. Gear iconX support. Call and messages continuity. Night mode feature. Camera better now. Photo editor pros editing tools added to gallery. New bixby improvements. Still checking other things out. But feels better on pie. Very cleam and lighter compared to oreo. Digtal wellbeing screen time , apps and wind down. Very happy with it:)

  • Just recieved pie update on my tablet this morning. 1142.50 mb. Lots of new features. Anyone else get it?

  • I have the Tab S3 and very happy with it, I am offered to swap it with the Tab A 10.5 and am hesitant to swap. Should I keep the S3 or swap with Tab A.... Thank you for being subjective in your answers.

  • Yes in october

  • is this tab up gradable to android pie?

  • Excellent tablet, performs better than expected,

  • 10.5 takes diff size cable. .The 10.1 is smaller usb port connector. Ive had both 10.1 and 10.5 and use diff cables. Two diff sizes.

  • I just bought the galaxy tab A 10.5 and the data cables/ power cable is not the same as the Tab A 10.1. Can you explain?

  • Have you tried Amazon? They should sale them for this tablet.

  • any keyboard cover suggestion? This tablet has magnetic pin at the bottom but I can't seem to find any compatible keyboard case in Samsung website...

  • I bought recently. & it's very good f all aspects .but I have an issue that the screen touch is not very responsive a lot of times ii have to tap again& again .I tried touch calibration .no use can y help please

  • It would use the staedler noris stylus,but not the s-pen.It will only support in s-pen included devices,such as=Tab s4,all galaxy notes and other s-pen included devices.

  • IHi I would say samsung Tab A 10.05. Ive yoga tablets and i find they are very laggy. This tablet is great in terms of performance, display etc. Your daughter would like this tablet. Hope this helps.

  • well only thing i dont like about it is i was told it was ip68 rated or what ever its called and can handle being out in a bit of rain and or being dunked in water for a short period of time well found it that is a lie

  • can i buy SAMSUNG GALAXY TAB A 10.5 (WI-FI) or Lenovo yoga 3 plus . it is for my daughter studies

  • Does the s pen or staedtler noris digital stylus work with this tablet?

  • I had the same issue when I bought it, a factory reset immediately fixed the issue for some reason. Overall the tablet is amazing for it`s price!

  • Yes! It does have very good wifi connection. Very good tablet. Dolby Atmos. Sound is amazing. Great display. I had the Tab A 10.1ich and it wasnt very good. Tab A 10.5 has fast charge which is good. And this tablet will get pie update in october.

  • Got 1st march secirity patch update today. I checked settings > software and update downloaded. Anyone else got it?

  • Hi, does this tablet have good wifi connections now? Or still problem? I need 2 know as I'm planning to get a tab 4 my bday.

  • In my opinion, I am a fan of this tablet. Simply because, it has a wide range of possibilities, it runs smooth and fast, haven't run into any heavy lag issues as of yet. The resources are put to use in a small and efficient manner, which means you get the most out of your tablet with very little strain put on resources. The built-in Knox security feature is a bonus, since it's a super powerful and well made security program. The battery lasts long, charges quick and lasts long again although you do see a small change in battery level lowering overtime but nothing major and serious. The image and resolution is clean and crisp, almost HD like, beautiful colors and clear image. I really love my Galaxy Tab A 10.5... What more can I say?

  • Forgot to mention it has fast charge. 10.1 tab A doesnt support fast charge.

  • Hi. I suggest you buy Tab A 10.5 2018. Also we will get pie update in october for this tablet.

  • Would you care to elaborate please? Is it a connectivity issue with Wifi in general (WiFi keeps dropping etc) or just with some particular (high) bands?

  • Which 2.4 Ghz bands don't show up if I may ask? On reddit, another costumer said his tablet wouldn't see 2.4 Ghz Wifi channels 12 and 13. I need to make sure this tablet can connect to 2.4 Ghz Wifi channels 1-11 before I buy it.

  • I have a Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.1 (2016). I hate it will all my being. The problem is with the orientation. I mostly use it for watching video when i do i put the tablet sideways. And the button and speaker locations become a big problem. I`m always hitting the buttons when i simply want to move the tablet. I`m going to buy the 10.5 even if i have owned my A 10.1 for a little less then a year. I will never buy another tablet with vertical orientation.

  • tab a 2018 obviously. - usb c with fast charging - faster processor - android 8.1 - Better battery (9-10h SoT for my case)

  • This is my third Samsung tablet and each one I have been very happy. There is little not to like here. It is beautiful, fast with lots to enjoy. I think you will be happy too. A wonderful tablet.

  • we need OLED, OLED, OLED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.5 2018 or Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.1 (2016). which is best, please tell

  • I can not find anywhere if the Tab A supports OTG USB and simultaneously to support charge and a hard drive. If so what splitter/hub has worked for you?

  • where is gsm's opinion?

  • It is a good tablet.... Pros-massive display,amazing speakers,dex,includes pie update and games are working with no frame drops and an amazing battery life(includes fast charger) Cons-WiFi problem

  • Wi-Fi is soooo bad on this tablet. If I put him in my lap, there is no signal and I'm 4 meters away from my routher. Not recommendet

  • This tablet is getting pie update on october.

  • Very disappointed in performance in first month of purchase. After loading gaming apps - started receiving knox analysis uploading errors, and android.phone.com errors that resulted in frequent freezing and restart/reboot errors interrupting app or Google search usage. Very poor value- can't use on regular basis- even after clearing cache/memory

  • have gorilla glass?

  • There are two versions of this tablet. The version which includes the S pen will work with a pen. The cheaper version without a pen included will not work with a pen, even if you buy the pen separately. It needs to come with a pen included if you want to use a pen.

  • No.It does not support a pen.Only the Galaxy s3 and s4 support a pen.

  • When will samsung fix the wifi issue on the high bands of 2.4 ghz wifi? Wifi networks on high wifi bands just won't show up... I hope samsung will come with a software update very soon!

  • Yes there lte version its awkward unless you have a Bluetooth headset

  • I have the same problem with wifi.

  • This tablet has a wifi problem, it doesn't support high wifi bands on 2.4g wifi, it just doesn't show the network at all. I hope samsung will fix this with a software update.

  • Has any pen compatible with this tablet?

  • can i make or receive calls on Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.5?

  • Of course it has a microphone. How else would the "Hey Google" app work???

  • it has no microphone, and might not have the ability to talk to the circuit switched part of the mobile network. It also won't have any pre-installed phone app. If it's even possible, you'll likely be reduced to data switched calling apps, and using a bluetooth headset. But even this is a longshot I'd guess.

  • Hi. Can anyone tell me please if this can receive phone calls? based on the specs, it has 4G and sim card slot but i went to store and the salesman said it cant be used for phone calls. The simcard works only for data. Please enlighten me. Thank you. Philippines.

  • Do you guys know when will the tab a 8 inch 2018 be available in europe ?

  • My videos that works on my phone and other tablet worked perfectly. But on this tablet my videos keep stopping or frezzing. I only bought it two months ago. Anyone help me with this problem?

  • Apple sells Bend iPad and told people that it is normal. Apple fan accepted it as they don't think logically.

  • What is the point of faster processor? Are you able to tell the differences? Please look at the overall picture!

  • Does this tablet supported bluetooth keyboard?

  • Got 1st december patch update on 14th . Has anyone else received it?

  • Can OTG devices be used on this tab.

  • So what is the best pen can be used with this tab?

  • No for the Tab A 10.5 you can't use the S Pen. You need the Tab S3 or S4 for the S pen to work.

  • Does the Tab A have a keyboard that you are able to buy separately?

  • same here. pls someone confirm about the use of S-Pen for this version of Tab A. this article said so, but still need the confirmation

  • This tab can use S PEN ?? Anyone pls?? Samsung tab A 10.5 ..

  • The Huawei M5 doesn't have bluetooth...and MUCH more expensive. The extra 1 gig of RAM , extra rez don't make much of a difference on a screen this size/type of apps.

  • There is error in previous post. Correct: best software support

  • Which Android tablet should have better software support - security / Android updates? Xiaomi isn't available in my home country.

  • Is it correct that Android tablets support wired keyboard and wired mouse, but Apple don't?

  • I wanted to get this to play The Room Old Sins and a bunch of other games. Was the lag annoying enough that I should stay away from this tablet?

  • I wouldnt use an apple if they gave it to me for free. Samsung make the best tablets in my opinon. This tablet is very good in performance. Smooth , no lagging. Nice crisp display and watching videos on it is a pleasure. Ive friends who converted to samsung from apple. Too many retrictions with apple.

  • For a similar or slightly higher price Huawei, Xiaomi and Apple all offer better devices than this one, especially when it comes to processors. Mi Pad 4 sports Snapdragon 660, MediaPad M5, Kirin 960 and iPad 2018, A10 Fusion. My guess is that Samsung doesn't value their A line of tablets much

  • I own tab A 10.1inch. But bought this one as its better in performance and its not very expensive. 8.1 out of the box which is good. Fast charging great. Another good price tablet from samsung.

  • Great tablet but I do wish they would have used a more Modern CPU and GPU as this does lag out sometimes (Games like THE ROOM: OLD SINS, Constantly buffering)... Battery is a BEAST though, great for YouTube, music and OTG Devices.

  • Apple makes tablets with monsterous power and sells it for 350 euro... Samsung makes craps with no power at all and sells for 450 euro... That is why there will be no alternative, never ever... Android manufacturers will stick on shitty hardware...

  • Hello is this supporting calls as well or only Data line ?

  • Yes. OTG is supported.

  • is OTG supported? Is 3pin on side to connect keyboard?

  • Just bought this tablet two days ago. First i have to say that the display is amazing. Crisp and clear. Camera and video good. Battery is amazing. Very fast opening apps etc. Fast when surfing the web. Very well presented. 8.1 oreo which is good. Got the oct patch update. I have nothing but good things to say about this lovely tablet. I bought tab A 10.1ich a month ago and i found it a bit slow. 3gb ram is great for this tablet. Sound is great when listening to music or watching videos. I cant put it down. I would highly recommend to anyone whos thinking of buying it. Best tablet ive owned. Really happy with it:)

  • No, you can't.

  • I want to know if the display of this tab is ideal for presentation?

  • No

  • Mi pad 4 plus will put this tablet into shame! whats going on with samsung lately so disappointed

  • I'd like to know if this has phone capability and can use USB-OTG for DTV connectivity

  • tft lcd not ips lcd

  • Any Android Screen larger than 10.1 require you to purchase a monthly or yearly Office 365 subscription. But you get 1TB with this in One drive cloud. I got the HOME one at 9.99 a month.

  • Tried it. It feels slow as opening each app you see logo of it. Hated it. Plus price is high

  • Does it require monthly subscription to use MS Office App ? It shows read-only

  • Can we use stylus on it?

  • Tab A 2016 have aprox 700gr. 2018 is slim,.,

  • Tab A 2016 have aprox 700gr. 2018 is slim,.,

  • a bit havy better max 400 grams.

  • too expensive for a tablet with weak processor; huawei mediapad m5 is a much better choice which equipped kirin 960s at least..

  • Probably not, Qualcomm SDM450 Snapdragon 450 just good for basic tasks

  • is it good for gaming?

  • The display size is 10.5" which is better than any Tab A. But it's weakness is no S Pen. If you want to buy a tablet with S Pen like me, DO NOT buy this one.

  • I've purchased it from Samsung shop in Nehru place, New Delhi. It is working well.

  • For a more than 7000amh battery , then yes it is fast.

  • 200 minutes = 3 hour and 20 minutes. is that already a fast charge?

  • This tablet Tab A 10.5 2018 is not available in Amazon or Best Buy. Has anyone heard when it will be released? I think it has not been released in August because the Tab S4 was released in August. Hopefully the new Tab A will be released by Oct 1.

  • based on samsung website it support fast charging fully charge in 200 minutes

  • I saw this tablet has 64GB storage!

  • If you want S pen support you need to either shell out $650 for the TabS 4 or buy a 2 year old Tab A 10.1 because this tab A does not support S pen or a lot of other things that previous tablets in the same tier support, let alone what CURRENT models from competitors offer at the same price point.

  • how many hour it take to be fully charged?

  • 380 DOLLARS!? Wow. WAY too much. $299 would be better, that's what the 2016 model cost (before the price reduction). I'm going to wait till black friday at this point

  • Mi Pad 4 will put this device to shame.

  • Nice even if faster competition in similar price this is a quality build priduct , Samsung as usual Excellent engineering , faster boot up , 3 GB ram ,better screen , fantastic landcspe mode ,Kiddie web browser , excellent touch screen , excellent Samsung innovation ,web page save document reader ,split / share/palm swipe screen shot ,s pen ,mobile calls ,battery life 10 hours plus ,great all rounder, _Samsung as usual Excellent Engineering_

  • In tablet segment Samsung is going backward higher price and crapy hardwares.

  • would choose iPad 6 (2018) over this, starting from $329 you’ll get a better chipset and tablet experience

  • Este OK ! Eu unul prefer modelul acesta in locul celorlante modele Samsung. 3 - ist ok Samsung Note 4 2 - ist ok Samsung Tab 4 1 - ist ok Nokia X6 4 - ist ok Samsung A5

  • No S-Pen?

  • Samsung is no longer value for money. It just wants to be known as a big brand.

  • any* own*

  • These specs are a joke. There is barely a difference between the Tab A 10.1 2016. Processor is only a little bit better, newest Android version and 3GB RAM 32GB Storage. The rest is basically the same, it's probably not even worth upgrading from the 2016 Tab A (Which I currently one) because Samsung still sells their old hardware at a high price. I'm very disappointed!

  • Yesteryears specs, Samsung seem to have lost the plot. Waiting for the availability of the mi pad and will rather buy that.

  • Huawei M5 tablet (8.4"), better tablet at relatively the same price. But then again, that is Samsung, like Apple, charging a bit extra for the same things, or keeping the same price but offering less.

  • No it's not...

  • 330 emy ass this cost no more than 200.

  • I have the 2015 version, really good quality tablet and not expensive...this one is even better, love Samsung

  • I would choose huawei m5 (8" inch).Bz the design more trendy n powerful at same price.

  • Does samsung still make S-pen capable tablets?

  • Man xiaomi have regular updates. Compared to Scamsung where they cant even put update same year as phone is released. Where Nokia is going to add android P to all its devices in next month Samsung giving only Oreo 8.0 not even 8.1. I really dont understand how people can be that stupid and support theses false companies disguised as a good ones.

  • then buy Xiaomi and hope you get regular updates

  • Does anyone know why in tablets they skip radio?

  • Dont forget to add 500 eur price. Like with A6+ 380 eur on a phone with 2016 specs and where Xiaomi can put 140 pricetag for a same device with same specs.