Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 2019

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8.0" TFT, 1280×800, 189 ppi
Snapdragon 429 (12 nm)
2 GB RAM + 32 GB storage
5,100 mAh Li‑Po
8 MP rear + 2 MP front
Wi‑Fi 4 (a/b/g/n), BT 4.2
Micro‑USB 2.0
345 g, 8 mm thick
3.5 mm headphone jack
Android 9 → 11

Display

8.0‑inch TFT LCD, 1280×800 (WXGA) resolution, 16:10 aspect ratio, ~189 ppi

Capacitive multi‑touch, 16 million colors

Chipset & Performance

Qualcomm Snapdragon 429 (SDM429) - 12 nm, quad‑core 2.0 GHz Cortex‑A53

Adreno 504 GPU, 2 GB LPDDR3 RAM

Camera

Rear: 8 MP with autofocus; Front: 2 MP

Rear video: FHD (1920×1080) @30 fps; Front video: HD (1280×720) @30 fps

Battery & Charging

5,100 mAh Li‑Po, non‑removable

Wired charging via Micro‑USB 2.0 (5 V / 1.55 A); no fast charging

Connectivity

Wi‑Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n (2.4+5 GHz), Wi‑Fi Direct, Bluetooth v4.2

LTE variant (SM‑T295): 4G FDD/TDD bands, GPS/GLONASS/BeiDou

Memory & Storage

Internal: 32 GB (eMMC 5.1), ~21 GB user‑available

External: microSD up to 512 GB (dedicated slot)

The Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (2019) is an entry‑level Android tablet that shipped in two variants: a Wi‑Fi only model and an LTE‑capable model. The raw sources list the following identifiers:

  • Canonical model family: SM-T290 / SM-T295
  • Regional variants / SKU codes listed in source: SM‑T290 (Wi‑Fi), SM‑T295 (LTE); also SKU SM‑T295NZSABTU from Samsung UK
  • Announcement date: July 5, 2019 (user manuals dated August-October 2019 indicate subsequent market availability)
  • Color options: Black, Silver
  • Construction: Unibody aluminum back (noted as plastic by one source) with glass front

The tablet adopts a slim, compact form factor with a metal rear panel and dual speakers on the bottom edge. The display is a modest 8‑inch TFT panel intended for casual browsing and media consumption.

  • Dimensions: 210 × 124.4 × 8 mm (8.27 × 4.90 × 0.31 in)
  • Weight: 345 g (12.17 oz) for Wi‑Fi model; 347 g for LTE model
  • Display: 8.0‑inch TFT LCD, 1280×800 (WXGA) resolution, ~71% screen‑to‑body ratio
  • Pixel density: ~189 ppi
  • Aspect ratio: 16:10
  • Color depth: 16 million colors
  • Touch: Capacitive multi‑touch
  • Protection: No scratch‑resistant glass or IP rating

The Snapdragon 429 chipset, built on a 12 nm process, provides enough power for basic tasks like web browsing, email, and video playback. However, the 2 GB RAM limit becomes a bottleneck under heavier multitasking.

  • SoC: Qualcomm Snapdragon 429 (SDM429) - 12 nm
  • CPU: Quad‑core 2.0 GHz ARM Cortex‑A53
  • GPU: Adreno 504 (320 MHz)
  • RAM: 2 GB LPDDR3 (single‑channel)
  • Internal storage: 32 GB eMMC 5.1 (~21 GB user‑available)
  • External storage: microSDHC/microSDXC up to 512 GB (dedicated slot)
  • Operating system: Ships with Android 9.0 Pie; upgradeable to Android 11 (confirmed by vendor manuals)
  • User interface: One UI Core (versions 1.1 / 2.5 / 3.1)

Both cameras are basic, consistent with the tablet’s entry‑level positioning. The rear camera can capture decent stills in good light, while the front camera is sufficient for video calls.

  • Rear camera: 8 MP (3264×2448 pixels), autofocus, no flash
    • Video: FHD (1920×1080) @30 fps
    • Features: HDR, panorama, face detection, digital zoom, touch focus, ISO/exposure compensation
  • Front camera: 2 MP (1600×1200 pixels), fixed focus
    • Video: HD (1280×720) @30 fps
  • Digital image stabilization: Electronic (EIS) on rear video

A 5,100 mAh battery is one of the tablet’s strongest assets, offering extended usage between charges. Charging, however, is slow due to the Micro‑USB port and the modest charger.

  • Battery type: Li‑Po, non‑removable
  • Capacity: Typical 5,100 mAh; rated 4,980 mAh
  • Charging: Wired via Micro‑USB 2.0, 5 V / 1.55 A (7.75 W); no fast charging or wireless charging
  • Battery life: Source claims “freedom to forget charger for long periods”; no specific hours given

The tablet connects over dual‑band Wi‑Fi and Bluetooth 4.2. The LTE variant (SM‑T295) adds 4G cellular support with a wide band selection. Sensors are limited to the basics.

  • Wi‑Fi: 802.11 a/b/g/n (2.4+5 GHz), Wi‑Fi Direct
  • Bluetooth: v4.2 with A2DP, AVRCP, HID, HOGP, HSP, OPP, PAN
  • USB: Micro‑USB 2.0 (USB OTG supported)
  • Audio: 3.5 mm stereo jack
  • Location (LTE model): GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo
  • Sensors: Accelerometer, ambient light sensor (Hall sensor listed by one source)
  • NFC: Not supported

LTE bands (SM‑T295):
FDD: B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8, B12, B17, B20, B28; TDD: B38, B40, B41

The Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (2019) is a budget‑friendly Android tablet built around a 5,100 mAh battery and microSD expandability. It delivers basic performance for casual use, but the low‑resolution TFT display and limited RAM hold it back from anything beyond light productivity or entertainment. The LTE variant offers flexible connectivity for users who need mobile data on the go.

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— views Research contribution by specs.global