Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 8.7" X115 Navy 2024
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 connectivity (88th percentile) 88th
- Strong social proof (87th percentile) 87th
- Strong cpu (83th percentile) 83th
- Strong gpu (82th percentile) 82th
Cons
- Below average screen (6th percentile)
- Below average feature (28th percentile)
- Below average storage (28th percentile)
- Below average ram (31th 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 | Samsung |
| Cores | 8 |
| GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 4 GB |
| Storage | 64 GB |
| Expandable | Yes |
Display
| Size | 8.7" |
| Resolution | 1340 |
| Panel | LCD |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 |
| 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 iPad Pro (5th Generation) 2021 | Xiaomi Pad 7 Pro 24091RPADG | Microsoft Surface Pro 11 | Lenovo Idea Tab Pro Idea Tab Pro | HOTWAV R9 Ultra 5G R9 Ultra 5G |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CPU | Samsung | 3.2 GHz | 3 GHz | Intel Core Ultra 7 268V | MediaTek Dimensity 8300 Octa-core (A715 3.35Ghz + 3 x A715 3.2Ghz + 4 x A510 2.2Ghz) | 2.3 GHz |
| RAM (GB) | 4 | 8 | 12 | 32 | 8 | 24 |
| Storage (GB) | 64 | 256 | 512 | 1024 | 128 | 512 |
| Screen | 8.7" 1340x800 | 12.9" | 11.2" 3200x2136 | 13" 2880x1920 | 12.7" 2944x1840 | 11" |
| OS | Android 13 | iPadOS | HyperOS 2 | Windows 11 Pro | Android 14 | Android 15 |
| Stylus | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Cellular | true | true | false | false | true | true |
| Battery (Wh) | - | 40 | - | 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 | 82.8 | 81.8 | 31.3 | 6.3 | 56.7 | 28.2 | 28.4 | 54.5 | 87.9 | 86.8 |
| Apple iPad Pro iPad Pro (5th Generation) 2021 Compare | 97.5 | 96.8 | 65.4 | 80.2 | 98.6 | 90.7 | 83 | 65.4 | 99.4 | 77.4 |
| Xiaomi Pad 7 Pro 24091RPADG Compare | 97.1 | 96.4 | 80.8 | 98.7 | 85.6 | 63.8 | 89 | 77.8 | 77.8 | 82.6 |
| Microsoft Surface Pro 11 Compare | 73.8 | 92.7 | 98.7 | 98.4 | 99 | 83.3 | 98.1 | 0 | 93.2 | 44.7 |
| Lenovo Idea Tab Pro Idea Tab Pro Compare | 82.8 | 81.8 | 77.1 | 91.5 | 91.2 | 99.6 | 64.4 | 54.5 | 96.2 | 90.6 |
| HOTWAV R9 Ultra 5G R9 Ultra 5G Compare | 93.9 | 93.3 | 96.1 | 41.6 | 30.3 | 93.5 | 89 | 94.8 | 71.1 | 51.2 |
Price
Value & Pricing
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Usage Scores
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