Galaxy Tab A (10.5", 2018) vs Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1")
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Galaxy Tab A (10.5", 2018)
Starting at
£66.60£339.00 new
Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1")
Starting at
£99.00What's the difference between the Galaxy Tab A (10.5", 2018) and Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1")?
Galaxy Tab A (10.5", 2018) vs Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") comes down to the RAM, screen size and weight. Refurbished, the Galaxy Tab A (10.5", 2018) starts at £66.60, £32.40 less than the Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1").
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- The Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") has more RAM: 4 GB vs 3 GB.
- The Galaxy Tab A (10.5", 2018) has a bigger screen: 10.5 inch vs 10.1 inch.
- The Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") has a lighter build: 450 g vs 500 g.
Galaxy Tab A (10.5", 2018) vs Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") specs
The Galaxy Tab A (10.5", 2018) and the Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") each offer features suited to different users. The Galaxy Tab A provides a larger, higher resolution screen ideal for watching videos or browsing with more detail. It also comes with 32GB of storage for apps and files. The Iconia Tab A10-21 has more RAM and double the storage at 64GB, which helps keep more apps open and store more content. It is lighter and more compact, making it easier to carry around. Both tablets run Android, have 8 megapixel cameras, USB Type-C connectors, and webcams. Choose the Galaxy Tab A for a roomier screen or the Iconia Tab A10-21 if you want extra memory and storage in a lighter design.
Galaxy Tab A (10.5", 2018) vs Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") price
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- 64GBSold out
Galaxy Tab A (10.5", 2018) vs Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") battery life and software updates
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Galaxy Tab A (10.5", 2018) vs Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") performance
Performance affects how smoothly your tablet runs apps and handles multitasking. Both devices have the same processor speed, but they differ in memory and storage capacities.
Processor Speed
Both the Galaxy Tab A (10.5", 2018) and the Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") run at 1.8 GHz. This means they should deliver similar speeds for everyday tasks like browsing, streaming, and using common apps.
RAM
The Iconia Tab A10-21 offers 4 GB of RAM, which helps keep more apps open in the background and supports smoother multitasking. The Galaxy Tab A has 3 GB of RAM, suitable for general daily use but with slightly less memory for running several apps at once.
Storage Options
The Iconia Tab A10-21 provides 64GB of storage, giving you more space for apps, photos, and files. The Galaxy Tab A comes with 32GB, which is enough for everyday use but offers half the storage capacity of the Iconia.
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Galaxy Tab A (10.5", 2018) vs Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") screen
Screen size and resolution influence how much you see and the clarity of images. These tablets differ in both dimensions and pixel counts.
Screen Size
The Galaxy Tab A has a 10.5 inch screen, which offers a larger display area for watching videos, reading, or multitasking. The Iconia Tab A10-21 has a 10.1 inch screen, making it slightly more compact and easier to handle for one-handed use or travel.
Resolution
The Galaxy Tab A's screen resolution is 1200 by 1920 pixels, providing sharper and more detailed images, especially noticeable when watching high definition videos or reading text. The Iconia Tab A10-21 has a resolution of 1280 by 800 pixels, which is good for everyday viewing but less detailed than the Galaxy Tab A.
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Galaxy Tab A (10.5", 2018) vs Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") camera
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Galaxy Tab A (10.5", 2018) vs Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") size and design
Other features like carrier compatibility, connectors, camera quality, and weight affect how you use the tablet day to day.
Carrier Compatibility
The Galaxy Tab A (10.5", 2018) is unlocked, so you can use it with supported SIM cards for mobile data where available. The Iconia Tab A10-21 does not have a SIM port, so it is designed for use with Wi-Fi only.
Connector Type
Both tablets use USB Type-C connectors, which are versatile and support faster charging and data transfer compared to older USB types.
Camera
Each device has an 8 megapixel camera, suitable for capturing photos and video calls with a similar level of detail.
Weight
The Iconia Tab A10-21 weighs 450 grams, making it lighter and potentially easier to hold for extended periods. The Galaxy Tab A weighs 500 grams, which adds some heft but also corresponds with its larger screen.
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Galaxy Tab A (10.5", 2018) or Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1"): which should you buy?
Buy the Galaxy Tab A (10.5", 2018) if
- you want to spend less: it starts at £66.60, £32.40 less than the Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1")
- you want a bigger screen (10.5 inch vs 10.1 inch)
Buy the Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") if
- you want more RAM (4 GB vs 3 GB)
- you want a lighter build (450 g vs 500 g)
Galaxy Tab A (10.5", 2018) vs Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") FAQs
Galaxy Tab A (10.5", 2018) vs Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") comes down to the RAM, screen size and weight. The Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") has more RAM: 4 GB vs 3 GB. The Galaxy Tab A (10.5", 2018) has a bigger screen: 10.5 inch vs 10.1 inch.
The Galaxy Tab A (10.5", 2018) is cheaper refurbished, from £66.60 compared with £99 for the Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1").
Refurbished, the Galaxy Tab A (10.5", 2018) comes in 32GB, and the Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") in 64GB.
