Samsung Galaxy Tab S4

Samsung Galaxy Tab S4
$649.98
Brand: Samsung
Category: Android Tablet
  • Display: 10.5 inches, 1600 x 2560 pixels
  • Chipset: Qualcomm MSM8998 Snapdragon 835
  • RAM: 4GB/6GB
  • OS: Android 8.1, upgradable to Android 10, One UI 2.0
  • Battery: 7300 mAh
  • Released Date: 01-08-2018

Specifications

General

Device Type Android Tablet
Model SM-T830 (Wi-Fi); SM-T835 (LTE)
Released August, 2018
Status Available

Design

Dimensions 249.3 x 164.3 x 7.1 mm
Weight 482g (Wi-Fi), 483g (LTE)
Colors Black, White

Display

Display Type Display Technology => A number of display technologies and types used in mobile phones => TFT (Thin Film Transistor), IPS (In-Place Switching), OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode), AMOLED (Active-Matrix Organic Light-Emitting Diode), Super AMOLED (an even advanced version of AMOLED), Resistive Touchscreen (Resistive touchscreens contain two layer of conductive material with a very small gap between them which acts as a resistance), Capacitive Touchsceen (Capacitive touchscreen technology consists of a layer of glass coated with a transparent conductor) Super AMOLED
Size 10.5 inches
Resolution 1600 x 2560 pixels
Pixel Density Pixel Density (PPI) is refers to the concentration of pixels on a particular display, measured in pixels per inch (ppi). Pixel density is calculated by dividing the diagonal pixel resolution of a display by its diagonal size, higher pixel density better display quality. ~287 ppi
Features Ambient light sensor, Proximity sensor

Platform

Operating System OS => Every computer system run on a base software called Operating System (OS). Operating System controls all basic operations of the computer (such as smartphone, PDAs, tablet computers and other handheld devices). The Operating System allows the user to install and run third party applications (apps), apps are used to add new functionality to the device. Android 8.1, upgradable to Android 10, One UI 2.0
SIM SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) is a small card that contains mobile network subscriber's account information. This allows the phone using the card to attach to a mobile network. The SIM card is most commonly associated with GSM and UMTS mobile networks. Moving a SIM card from one phone to another allows a subscriber to switch mobile phones without having to contact their mobile network carrier. SIM cards can also be used by a phone to store limited amounts of data, such as phone numbers and text messages. Nano-SIM

Hardware

Chipset Chipset is a group of integrated circuits designed to perform one or a more dedicated functions, often with real time computing constraints, Popular smartphones are equipped with more advanced embedded chipsets that can do many different tasks depending on their programming. Qualcomm MSM8998 Snapdragon 835
CPU Octa-core (4x2.35 GHz Kryo & 4x1.9 GHz Kryo)
GPU GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) is a single-chip processor designed to rapidly manipulate and alter memory to accelerate the creation of images in a frame buffer intended for output to a display, This includes things such as lighting effects, object transformations, and 3D motion. Adreno 540
RAM RAM (Random Access Memory) is a type of computer memory that can be accessed randomly, any byte of memory can be accessed without touching the preceding bytes that allows information to be stored and accessed quickly from random locations. RAM is the most common type of memory found in computer systems, smartphones, tablets and other electronic devices. 4GB/6GB
Internal Storage Internal Storage is a data storage space (flash memory) mostly used in smartphones, tablets and other electronic devices where operating system, apps, music, photos, videos, files and other user data Is stored. 64GB/256GB
Memory Card Slot Memory Card Slot is a special slot for inserting a memory card. Memory cards allow you to expand the phone's built-in memory, A memory card (sometimes called a flash memory card or a storage card) is a small storage medium used to store data such as text, pictures, audio, and video, for use on small, portable or remote computing devices such as mobile phones, mp3 players, digital cameras. Yes
Sensors Sensors are electronic components that detects and responds to some type of input from the physical environment. The specific input could be light, heat, motion, moisture, pressure and location, The output is generally a signal that is converted to use in computing systems, a location sensor, such as a GPS receiver is able to detect current location of your electronic device. Iris scanner, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
3.5mm jack Yes
Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakers (4 speakers)
Audio Technology Tuned by AKG/HARMAN

Battery

Capacity Battery Capacity is a measure (typically in Amp-hr) of the charge stored by the battery, and is determined by the mass of active material contained in the battery. The battery capacity represents the maximum amount of energy that can be extracted from the battery under certain conditions. 7300 mAh
Battery Life 16 hours
Charging 18W wired

Camera

Rear Camera Camera is able to capture photographs and usually videos, The most important characteristics of a camera are the resolution (measured in megapixels), lens focus type (fixed or automatic), higher megapixel cameras are known to capture higher quality photos, but not always a good measurement of the photos quality. 13 MP
Front Camera 8 MP
Video 4K@30fps (rear); 1080p@30fps (front)
Camera Features LED flash, HDR, panorama
Flash Flash Light => There is commonly two types of flash lights are used in camera mobile phones, LED Flash (LED flash offers lower power consumption with drive circuitry that takes up very little room, LEDs can be strobed faster than any other light source), Xenon Flash (xenon flash produces an extremely intense full-spectrum white light for a very short duration) LED flash

Connectivity

Bluetooth Bluetooth is a wireless communications technology for exchanging data between mobile phones, headsets, computers and other network devices over short distances without wires, Bluetooth technology was primarily designed to support simple wireless networking of personal consumer devices. 5.0
Wi-fi Wi-Fi is a popular wireless networking technology using radio waves to provide high-speed network connections that allows devices to communicate without cords or cables, Wi-Fi is increasingly becoming the preferred mode of internet connectivity all over the world. Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
USB USB Type-C 3.1, magnetic connector
GPS GPS The Global Positioning System is a satellite-based radio navigation system, GPS permits users to determine their position, velocity and the time 24 hours a day, in all weather, anywhere in the world, In order to locate your position, your device or GPS receiver must have a clear view of the sky. GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
NFC NFC (Near field communication) is a set of standards for smartphones and similar devices to establish peer-to-peer radio communications with each other by touching them together or bringing them into proximity, usually no more than a few inches.

Reviews

User Reviews 1 User Reviews I found the Galaxy Tab S4's screen to be bright and crisp, making it great for media consumption. The speakers were louder and had more bass than I expected from a tablet this size. Performance seemed fine for my usage of web browsing and videos. App optimization on Android tablets is still hit-or-miss, though it has been improving.
- Filthy Casual Tech
User Reviews 2 I felt the Galaxy Tab S4 did not reliably offer the productivity and multitasking capabilities it was designed for. They could not recommend it over cheaper and more capable alternatives like the Surface Go or iPad Pro.
- Engadget
User Reviews 3 We give the Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 a positive review as a great option for those looking for an Android-based productivity tablet with strong performance and vibrant display at a reasonable price point when compared to an iPad Pro setup. The included S Pen is also a nice bonus not found on most competing tablets.
- PhoneArena
Tabletmonkeys Reviews Tabletmonkeys Reviews Pros:
- Good stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos
- Smooth performance despite using last year's Snapdragon 835 chip
- Easy to switch between apps in DeX desktop-like mode
Cons:
- Lack of continued software updates
- App optimization still hit-or-miss on Android tablets

Our Rating

The overall rating is based on review by our dedicated team and users.

7.8
  • Performance 7 / 10
  • Display 9 / 10
  • Battery 7 / 10
  • Design 8 / 10

Samsung released the Galaxy Tab S4, a gorgeously designed Android tablet aimed at users seeking strong media abilities and productivity features. 

With its vivid 10.5-inch display, desktop-style DeX interface, and included S Pen stylus, the Tab S4 makes a compelling case for those not locked into Apple's ecosystem. 

However, its lack of guaranteed long-term software support gives us pause.

Flaunting premium glass and metal construction, the Tab S4 exudes refinement with an immersive nearly bezel-less display that excels for watching videos or playing games. 

Four AKG-tuned speakers provide loud, crisp stereo audio bolstered by Dolby Atmos technology. 

Performance stands up well for most tasks despite utilizing last year’s Snapdragon 835 chip. Samsung's DeX interface allows effortless switching between apps in a desktop-style layout.

While not best-in-class, the 13MP rear camera and 8MP front camera service video calls and document scanning adequately.

However, Samsung only guarantees major software updates for two years. 

This leaves the Tab S4’s future support uncertain, while Apple continues issuing updates for much older iPads. 

Additionally, Android tablet app optimization remains inconsistent compared to the highly tailored iPadOS ecosystem.

For those seeking an Android alternative to the iPad Pro, the Galaxy Tab S4 offers a fast and flexible experience thanks to its vibrant display, usable cameras, loud speakers, desktop-style interface, and included stylus.

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