Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (2017) Full Specifications – Price, Features & Review

Discover the complete specifications of Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (2017) with prices and features. Runs on Android 7.1, up to Android 9.0, One UI, 16GB/32GB storage, microSDXC. Comprehensive review with technical details.

🔑 Key Specs — Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (2017)

  • OS: Android 7.1 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie), One UI
  • Chipset: Qualcomm MSM8917 Snapdragon 425 (28 nm)
  • Display: 8.0 inches, 185.6 cm2 (~70.5% screen-to-body ratio)
  • Display Type: Li-Ion 5000 mAh, non-removable
  • Storage: 16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 2GB RAM
  • Main Camera: 5 MP
  • Battery: Li-Ion 5000 mAh, non-removable
  • Weight: 364 g (12.84 oz)
  • NFC: No
  • Colors: Black, Gold
  • Price: About 200 EUR

✅ Pros

  • Li-Ion 5000 mAh, non-removable battery
  • 3.5mm headphone jack
  • Dedicated microSD card slot

❌ Cons

  • No 5G support

Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (2017) – Full Specifications and Complete Review

📅 Released 2017, September

⚡ Quick Overview

💻 Operating System
Android 7.1, up to Android 9.0, One UI
📏 Dimensions & Weight
364g, 8.9mm thickness
💾 Memory & Storage
16GB/32GB storage, microSDXC

🔗 Services Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (2017)

🔧
Problem Solutions
Hardware Fix

📥
Download Firmware
Rom & Flash

🔓
Network Unlock
Unlock & FRP

⚙️
Root Files
Root Files

Network

Technology GSM / HSPA / LTE
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 17, 20, 28, 38, 40
Speed HSPA, LTE – cellular model only

Launch

Announced 2017, September. Released 2017, September
Status Discontinued

Body

Dimensions 212.1 x 124.1 x 8.9 mm (8.35 x 4.89 x 0.35 in)
Weight 364 g (12.84 oz)
Build Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame
SIM Nano-SIM (cellular model only)

Display

Type IPS LCD
Size 8.0 inches, 185.6 cm2 (~70.5% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 800 x 1280 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~189 ppi density)

Platform

OS Android 7.1 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie), One UI
Chipset Qualcomm MSM8917 Snapdragon 425 (28 nm)
CPU Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
GPU Adreno 308

Memory

Card slot microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Internal 16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 2GB RAM
Other eMMC 5.1

Main Camera

Single 8 MP, f/1.9, AF
Features LED flash, HDR
Video 1080p@30fps

Selfie camera

Single 5 MP
Video 1080p@30fps

Sound

Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack Yes

Comms

WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth 4.2, A2DP
Positioning GPS, GLONASS, BDS – cellular model only
NFC No
Radio No
USB USB Type-C 2.0

Features

Sensors Accelerometer
Other ANT+

Battery

Type Li-Ion 5000 mAh, non-removable
Talk time Up to 14 h (multimedia) (2G) / Up to 36 h (3G)
Music play Up to 153 h

Misc

Colors Black, Gold
Models SM-T380, SM-T385, SM-T385M
SAR EU 0.50 W/kg (head)     0.91 W/kg (body)    
Price About 200 EUR

❓ Frequently Asked Questions — Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (2017)

Q1: What is the operating system of Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (2017)?

Android 7.1 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie), One UI

Q2: What is the battery capacity of Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (2017)?

Li-Ion 5000 mAh, non-removable

Q3: What are the camera specs of Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (2017)?

5 MP

Q4: What is the storage capacity of Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (2017)?

16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 2GB RAM

Q5: Does Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (2017) support NFC?

No

Q6: What are the dimensions and weight of Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (2017)?

212.1 x 124.1 x 8.9 mm (8.35 x 4.89 x 0.35 in) – Weight: 364 g (12.84 oz)

Q7: What chipset does Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (2017) use?

Qualcomm MSM8917 Snapdragon 425 (28 nm)

Q8: What is the price of Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (2017)?

About 200 EUR