Tablets

Samsung Galaxy Tab A9

Samsung's budget tablet trades flagship specs for an unbeatable price, aimed at kids, media consumption, and light browsing.

From $134Released 2023-10-05
Samsung Galaxy Tab A9

Key figures at a glance

5,100 mAhBattery
8 MPMain camera
8 GBRAM

Specifications

Display
8.7" TFT LCD, 800x1340, 179ppi
Chipset
MediaTek Helio G99
RAM
4GB / 8GB
Storage
64GB / 128GB / 256GB
Rear Camera
8MP
Front Camera
2MP
Battery
5,100 mAh
Charging
15W USB-C
OS
Android 13, One UI 5.1.1

The Galaxy Tab A9 exists for one reason: to be the tablet you don't worry about handing to a kid or leaving on a plane seat. At well under $200, it trades the AMOLED panels and flagship chipsets of Samsung's S-series for a straightforward 8.7-inch TFT LCD display and a MediaTek Helio G99 chipset that handles streaming, browsing, and light apps without complaint.

The 5,100 mAh battery comfortably covers a full day of video playback, and 15W USB-C charging means it uses the same cable as most modern Android phones — no proprietary charger to misplace.

For anyone whose primary tablet use case is Netflix, YouTube, and web browsing rather than productivity or gaming, the Tab A9 covers the basics without the premium price tag.

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Frequently asked questions

When was the Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 released?

The Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 was released on 2023-10-05, according to the manufacturer’s published information.

How much does the Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 cost?

The estimated range for the Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 is $134 to $164 in US dollars, based on the launch list price. Actual prices vary by country, retailer and storage option.

What are the main specs of the Samsung Galaxy Tab A9?

Headline figures for the Samsung Galaxy Tab A9: Battery: 5,100 mAh, Main camera: 8 MP, RAM: 8 GB. The full specification table is further up this page.

Is the Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 worth buying?

That depends on your priorities. Use the editorial review on this page for our view, check the rankings above to see where the device stands on battery, display and camera, and compare it directly with similar models before you decide.