Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 8.7" X115 Graphite 2021
The MediaTek Helio G99 chip and 4GB of RAM provide smooth multitasking for an entry-level 8.7-inch tablet, while the 5100mAh battery supports extended media consumption. Its compact 531g build, expandable storage up to 1TB, and included 4G LTE connectivity offer strong value for on-the-go use. This device is best for students or casual users who need a portable, affordable screen for reading, streaming, and light productivity with cellular data access.
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong social proof (89th percentile) 89th
- Strong connectivity (88th percentile) 88th
- Strong cpu (66th percentile) 66th
- Strong gpu (65th percentile) 65th
Cons
- Below average screen (6th percentile)
- Below average storage (30th percentile)
- Below average ram (31st percentile)
- Below average feature (33rd percentile)
What owners think
How owner sentiment changed over time
ExclusiveBased on when customers actually wrote their reviews - so you can see whether early praise held up.
- Q1 202640/100
Buyers reported mixed experiences: some loved the device, but others found it not fully unlocked and had storage issues.
- Device not fully unlocked as advertised
- Metro does not recognize it as a phone
- Limited storage requires constant app deletion
- Suitable for basic needs like elderly users
- Q4 202590/100
Buyers in Q4 2025 largely praised the tablet's value, size, and ease of use for casual tasks. A few noted performance bugs and potential cellular incompatibility with certain carriers.
- Great value for the price, especially for kids or casual use
- Satisfied with screen quality, memory/storage, and overall durability
- Freezes and buggy behavior reported by one reviewer
- International version may not work with some cellular carriers, requires hotspot
- Q2 202582/100
Buyers praise the compact size, OLED display, and battery life. Some note initial touch sensitivity issues, weak WiFi signal, and mic/speaker quality.
- Compact size and portability are highly valued, fitting in a jeans pocket.
- OLED display quality is exceptional, no glare, and great for media consumption.
- WiFi signal is somewhat short; initial touch issues may resolve over time.
- Onboard speakers are quiet and mic is less capable; no WiFi calling ability on some carriers.
Based on 25 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Processor
| CPU | Apple M2 |
| Cores | 8 |
| GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 4 GB |
| Storage | 64 GB |
| Expandable | Yes |
Display
| Size | 8.7" |
| Resolution | 1340x800 |
| Panel | LCD |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | 802.11g |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| USB-C | 1 |
| Cellular | Yes |
Physical
| Weight | 0.5 kg / 1.2 lbs |
| OS | Android 13 |
vs Competition
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 8.7" X115 | Apple iPad Pro M4 | Microsoft Surface Pro 11th Edition | Xiaomi Pad 62779 | Lenovo Idea Tab Pro TB373FU | DOOGEE U11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CPU | Apple M2 | Apple M4 | Intel Core Ultra 7 268V | 3 GHz | Dimensity 8300 | Unisoc |
| RAM (GB) | 4 | 16 | 32 | 12 | 8 | 16 |
| Storage (GB) | 64 | 2000 | 1024 | 512 | 128 | 128 |
| Screen | 8.7" 1340x800 | 11" 2420x1668 | 13" 2880x1920 | 11.2" 3200x2136 | 12.7" 2944x1840 | 11" |
| OS | Android 13 | iPadOS | Windows 11 Pro | HyperOS 2 | Android 14 | Android 16 |
| Stylus | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Cellular | true | false | false | false | false | true |
| Battery (Wh) | - | 31 | 47 | - | - | - |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | CPU | GPU | RAM | Screen | Battery | Feature | Storage | User Sentiment | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 8.7" X115 | 66.4 | 65.2 | 30.9 | 6.3 | 58.4 | 33 | 29.5 | 55 | 88.2 | 88.9 |
| Apple iPad Pro M4 Compare | 94 | 95.6 | 92.9 | 99.2 | 96.7 | 97 | 99.6 | 77.7 | 93.1 | 92.4 |
| Microsoft Surface Pro 11th Edition Compare | 75.8 | 92.2 | 98.8 | 98.5 | 99.1 | 85.6 | 98 | 77.7 | 93.1 | 39.6 |
| Xiaomi Pad 62779 Compare | 97.9 | 96.4 | 80.6 | 98.8 | 86.5 | 67 | 89.4 | 77.7 | 78.4 | 84.8 |
| Lenovo Idea Tab Pro TB373FU Compare | 98.3 | 96.8 | 77.4 | 93.5 | 91.1 | 97.5 | 54.3 | 0 | 78.4 | 92.4 |
| DOOGEE U11 Compare | 71.3 | 68.2 | 87.4 | 61.7 | 84.4 | 89.4 | 54.3 | 88.7 | 88.2 | 88.9 |
Price
Value & Pricing
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Usage Scores
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