Tech review of Samsung Galaxy Tab A 7.0'' SM-T280

Samsung Galaxy Tab A 7.0'' SM-T280: a technical overview based on VRM24’s recorded device data.

Design and display

Type: Tablet; Announced: 2016, March; Dimensions: 186.9 x 108.8 x 8.7 mm (7.36 x 4.28 x 0.34 in); Weight: 283 g (9.98 oz); Display: IPS LCD; Size: 7.0 inches; Resolution: 800 x 1280 pixels, 16:10 ratio.

Display size and resolution describe the viewing format; brightness, colour accuracy and durability require separate testing.

Platform and memory

OS: Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop); Chipset: Qualcomm MSM8916 Snapdragon 410; CPU: Quad-core Cortex-A53 1.3 GHz; GPU: Adreno 306; RAM: 1.5 GB; Storage: 8 GB; Memory card: Micro SD, up to 64 GB (dedicated slot).

The chipset and memory describe the hardware configuration. They do not establish measured speed, gaming performance or current software support.

Cameras

Rear camera: 5 MP; Rear video: 720p, 30fps; Front camera: 2 MP.

These are the recorded camera specifications. Image quality and stabilisation cannot be judged from resolution alone.

Battery and connections

Battery capacity: Li-Ion 4000 mAh; Battery model: EB-BT280ABA; Charging port: Micro USB 2.0; Headphone jack: Mini jack 3.5 mm; Interfaces: Wi-Fi 802.11n, Bluetooth 4.0; Networks: Wi-Fi; SIM: No.

Battery capacity is not a measured runtime. Charging speed, battery condition and compatibility of replacement parts need separate verification.

What the specifications tell us

Use this overview to compare the recorded configuration with your needs. It does not provide benchmarks or hands-on performance measurements.