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Release date: Aug. 1, 2017
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 SM-T825Y review

Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 SM-T825Y. Display diagonal: 24.6 cm (9.7"), Display resolution: 2048 x 1536 pixels, Display technology: Super AMOLED. Internal storage capacity: 32 GB. Processor frequency: 2.15 GHz. Internal memory: 4 GB. Rear camera resolution (numeric): 13 MP, Rear camera type: Single camera, Front camera resolution (numeric): 5 MP, Front camera. Assisted GPS (A-GPS). Card reader integrated. Weight: 434 g. Operating system installed: Android 7.0. Product colour: Black

All-new glass design

Enjoy the sleek design of a smartphone with the benefits of a tablet. Built with premium materials and a glass back, the Tab S3 feels as good in your hand as it looks.

Feast your eyes

Want to feel like you’re swimming with whales or on board a spaceship? Immerse yourself in your content with the Galaxy Tab S3’s Super AMOLED display with HDR video support. The bright and colourful display enhances viewing so you can feel like you’re in the action.

Upgrade your view

From games to movies, the Galaxy Tab S3 offers a quality visual experience. Inside the tablet is a Snapdragon 820 processor that provides exceptional CPU and GPU performance. The Tab S3 has a CPU that’s up to 18% faster1 and has graphics that are 3 times more powerful. Plus the Vulkan graphics make this the choice to take your gaming to a whole new level. In addition, HDR video support will make it feel like you’re in the scene.

Four speakers, fantastic sound

The Galaxy Tab S3's quad-speaker system has sound coming from each corner, automatically following the direction mode of the screen. So you'll hear every note whether you hold it horizontal or vertical.

Game on

The Galaxy Game Launcher has been optimised for Galaxy Tab S3’s screen, with Power Saver Mode, Mute Games and Ongoing calls for uninterrupted playing. Add in the exciting graphics of the Vulkan API capabilities and the range of games available in the Galaxy Game Pack for non-stop fun.

Write naturally

Feel like you’re writing with your favorite ballpoint pen without fear of ink ever running out. The Tab S3 includes a new redesigned S Pen with a 0.7mm tip and stable grip that never needs charging. You’ll have clear notes that look like your neat (or messy) handwriting.

Not just any pen

With S Pen specific apps, such as Samsung Notes, PEN.UP and Sound Camp, you can quickly jot down notes or let your creative side loose.

Just your type

Whether you’re typing to search for a movie or writing a script for your big break, the Galaxy Tab S3 keyboard lets you type with ease with its optimised layout. The keyboard plugs straight into the Tab S3, making connectivity a breeze

Charge faster, play longer

Time flies when you’re having fun. When fully charged, the Galaxy Tab S3 can play up to 12 hours of video, so you can finish off that season of your favourite tv show 4 or watch that cat video. And the next one. And the one after that. If the Galaxy Tab S3 happens to run out of battery, you’ll be back on your feet before you know it with Adaptive Fast Charging.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 SM-T825Y specs

Display

Display number of colours: 16.78 million colours
Display technology: Super AMOLED
Display resolution: 2048 x 1536 pixels
Display diagonal: 24.6 cm (9.7")

Processor

Processor cores: 4
Processor frequency: 2.15 GHz

Memory

Internal memory: 4 GB

Storage

Storage media: Flash
Maximum memory card size: 256 GB
Compatible memory cards: MicroSD (TransFlash)
Card reader integrated: yes
Internal storage capacity: 32 GB

Audio

Built-in microphone: yes
Number of built-in speakers: 4
Built-in speaker(s): yes

Camera

Front camera resolution (numeric): 5 MP
Front camera: yes
Video capturing speed: 30 fps
Maximum video resolution: 3840 x 2160 pixels
Resolution at capture speed: 3840x2160@30fps
Video recording: yes
Rear camera flash: yes
Auto focus: yes
Rear camera resolution (numeric): 13 MP
Rear camera: yes
Rear camera type: Single camera

Network

SIM card type: NanoSIM
Dual SIM support: no
3G bands supported: 850,900,1900,2100 MHz
3G standards: WCDMA
4G bands supported: 700,800,850,900,1800,1900,2100,2300,2600 MHz
Near Field Communication (NFC): no
Wi-Fi Direct: yes
Wi-Fi standards: 802.11a,Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac),802.11b,802.11g,Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Bluetooth version: 4.2
Bluetooth: yes
4G standard: LTE
Mobile network generation: 4G
Mobile network connection: yes

Ports & interfaces

Headphone connectivity: 3.5 mm
Headphone out: yes
Mobile High-Definition Link (MHL): no
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C ports quantity: 1

Phone features

Video call: yes
Voice call: yes

Design

Device type: Full-size tablet
Product colour: Black
Form factor: Slate

Performance

Accelerometer: yes
Personal info management (PIM): Alarm clock, Calculator, Calendar
GPS (satellite): yes
Assisted GPS (A-GPS): yes
GLONASS: yes
Position location: yes

Software

Operating system installed: Android 7.0
Platform: Android

Battery

Talk time (3G): 36 h
Browsing time (4G): 8 h
Browsing time (3G): 8 h
Browsing time (Wi-Fi): 8 h
Continuous audio playback time: 12 h
Continuous video playback time: 127 h
Battery capacity: 6000 mAh

Media formats

Video formats supported: 3G2,3GP,ASF,AVI,FLV,M4V,MKV,MP4,WEBM,WMV
Audio formats supported: 3GA, AAC, AMR, AWB, FLAC, IMY, Mid, MIDI, MP3, MPA, MXMF, OGA, OGG, OTA, RTTTL, RTX, WAV, WMA, XMF

Weight & dimensions

Weight: 434 g
Height: 169 mm
Depth: 6 mm
Width: 237.3 mm

Other features

2G bands (primary SIM): 850,900,1800,1900 MHz
2G standards: GSM