Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 vs Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Lite

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Galaxy Tab A7 compared with Galaxy Tab S10 Lite
SamsungGalaxy Tab A7SamsungGalaxy Tab S10 Lite
Overview
ReleasedOctober 2020September 2025
Display
Screen size10.4″10.9″
Resolution2000 × 12002112 × 1320 (better)
Sharpness224 pixels per inch228 pixels per inch (better)
PanelLCDLCD
Refresh rate–90 Hz
Display typeTFT LCD, WUXGA+, 16 million colours; 10.4-inch full rectangleTFT LCD, WUXGA+, 16 million colours; 10.9 inches as a full rectangle or 10.8 inches accounting for rounded corners
Brightness detail–Maker states up to 600 nits peak brightness with Vision Booster; typical brightness not published
Display features–Up to 90 Hz; Vision Booster; SGS Low Blue Light certification
Performance
ChipQualcomm Snapdragon 662Exynos 1380
Memory3 GB6 GB – 8 GB (better)
Storage32 GB, 64 GB128 GB, 256 GB (better)
CPUQualcomm Snapdragon 662 (SM6115), four CPU cores at 2.0 GHz and four at 1.8 GHz in Samsung’s original Russian launch table. Original 3 GB RAM/32 GB and 3 GB/64 GB configurations; microSD up to 1 TB for mediaOcta-core CPU at 2.4 and 2.0 GHz
Cameras
Rear camera8 MP8 MP
Ultra wide cameraNoneNone
Front camera5 MP5 MP
Rear camera8 MP autofocus; no flash. Full HD 1920 × 1080 recording at 30 fps8 MP with autofocus, no flash
Front camera5 MP, positioned on the long edge for landscape video calls5 MP
Video recording–Full HD (1920 × 1080) at 30 fps
Battery and connections
Battery life (maker's claim)Up to 13 hoursUp to 16 hours
Battery (mAh)7,040 mAh8,000 mAh (better)
Fastest charging15 W25 W (better)
Mobile data optionYesYes
StylusNot supportedSupported, in the box
Keyboard made for itNoYes
Battery life detail7,040 mAh typical, 6,820 mAh rated in the exact South African maker footnote. Up to 13 hours in Samsung’s US family specification sheet means average expected performance under typical usage conditions, not continuous video playback8,000 mAh typical; 7,760 mAh rated in both Wi-Fi and 5G product information sheets. Up to 16 hours of wireless video playback. EU energy class F, 87 hours endurance per regulatory charge cycle and 2,000 battery endurance cycles at default settings; regulatory and video-playback claims use different tests
ChargingUp to 15 W Adaptive Fast Charging. Original maker Russian launch includes a 7.75 W charger; the 15 W adapter is sold separatelyUp to 25 W Super Fast Charging; power adapter sold separately
USB-CUSB Type-C, USB 2.0; 3.5 mm stereo headphone socketUSB Type-C, USB 2.0; no 3.5 mm headphone jack
Wi-FiWi-Fi 5 (802.11a/b/g/n/ac), 2.4 and 5 GHz, VHT80; Wi-Fi DirectWi-Fi 6 (802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax), 2.4 and 5 GHz, HE80, MIMO, 1024-QAM; Wi-Fi Direct
BluetoothBluetooth 5.0Bluetooth 5.3
Mobile networkOptional LTE SM-T505, 477 g; Wi-Fi SM-T500, 476 g in maker launch tables. One physical nano-SIM in the exact European manualOptional SM-X406B 5G Sub-6 model with one physical nano-SIM; Wi-Fi and 5G models both weigh 524 g
Stylus supportNo active Samsung S Pen support in Notebookcheck’s original exact-model testIncluded white S Pen with magnetic attachment to the back; supports handwriting, drawing and Air command
KeyboardsNo dedicated keyboard connector in the exact device layout; launch accessory is a Book Cover stand. General Bluetooth keyboards are separate peripheralsOptional Book Cover Keyboard and Book Cover Keyboard Slim with Galaxy AI key; Smart Book Cover and anti-reflecting screen protector sold separately
Design
Weight476 g (better)524 g
Thickness7 mm6.6 mm (better)
Height × width157.4 × 247.6 mm165.8 × 254.3 mm
Water and dust resistance–IP42
Operating systemAndroidAndroid
BiometricsFace recognition; no fingerprint reader in exact controls and independent testsFace recognition; no fingerprint sensor
SpeakersFour speakers with Dolby AtmosTwo 1.6 W speakers
MicrophonesTwo microphones in the exact European user-manual device layoutTwo microphones shown in the exact-model user guide
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, geomagnetic, Hall and light sensors; GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou and GalileoAccelerometer, gyro sensor, geomagnetic sensor, Hall sensor and light sensor; GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo and QZSS
MaterialsMetal body; no IP rating established in the maker sources read–
ColoursDark Grey, Gold and Silver. Silver has a white front bezel; Dark Grey and Gold have black bezelsGrey, Silver and Coralred
Software at launchAndroid 10; One UI 2.5 in Notebookcheck’s original full review and maker feature illustration. Current exact UK support publishes an Android 12 user guide. This original SM-T500/SM-T505 is separate from the later SM-T503/SM-T509 refresh and A7 LiteAndroid 15 in the maker's launch specifications; current Android 16 user guide available. UK product page lists security updates until 31 August 2032
In the boxTablet, 7.75 W charger, USB cable and quick-start documentation in original maker/review evidence; LTE includes an ejection pinTablet, S Pen, USB Type-C cable, ejection pin and quick start guide; power adapter sold separately

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