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Galaxy Tab A7 Lite (8.7", 2021) vs Galaxy Tab A9+ (11.0", 2023)

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Galaxy Tab A7 Lite (8.7", 2021)

Starting at

£116.50£180.00 new
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Galaxy Tab A9+ (11.0", 2023)

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£140.00
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(73 reviews)
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What's the difference between the Galaxy Tab A7 Lite (8.7", 2021) and Galaxy Tab A9+ (11.0", 2023)?

Galaxy Tab A7 Lite (8.7", 2021) vs Galaxy Tab A9+ (11.0", 2023) comes down to the RAM and screen size. Refurbished, the Galaxy Tab A7 Lite (8.7", 2021) starts at £116.50, £23.50 less than the Galaxy Tab A9+ (11.0", 2023). The Galaxy Tab A9+ (11.0", 2023) is the newer model, released in 2023.

Refurbished from

£116.50£140

RAM

2 GB8 GB

Screen size

8.7 inch11.0 inch
  • The Galaxy Tab A9+ (11.0", 2023) has more RAM: 8 GB vs 2 GB.
  • The Galaxy Tab A9+ (11.0", 2023) has a bigger screen: 11.0 inch vs 8.7 inch.

Galaxy Tab A7 Lite (8.7", 2021) vs Galaxy Tab A9+ (11.0", 2023) specs

The Galaxy Tab A7 Lite and Galaxy Tab A9+ differ mainly in screen size, performance, and storage options, making each suited to different needs. The Galaxy Tab A7 Lite has a smaller 8.7 inch screen and 2 GB RAM, fitting those who want a compact tablet mainly for reading, light browsing, and simple tasks. The Galaxy Tab A9+ offers a much larger 11.0 inch screen with higher resolution, 8 GB RAM, and more storage choices, making it better for multitasking, media consumption, and apps needing more memory. Both are unlocked for flexible carrier use. Choose the A7 Lite for portability and basic use, or the A9+ for a more spacious display and stronger performance.

Galaxy Tab A7 Lite (8.7", 2021) vs Galaxy Tab A9+ (11.0", 2023) price

Galaxy Tab A7 Lite (8.7", 2021) vs Galaxy Tab A9+ (11.0", 2023) battery life and software updates

Battery

5100 mAhN/A

Maximum operating system supported

Android 14N/A

Year of release

20212023

Galaxy Tab A7 Lite (8.7", 2021) vs Galaxy Tab A9+ (11.0", 2023) performance

Performance shapes how smoothly a tablet runs apps and handles multitasking. The Galaxy Tab A7 Lite and Galaxy Tab A9+ differ significantly in processor power, memory, and storage options, affecting their everyday use.

Processor Power

The Galaxy Tab A7 Lite uses the Mediatek MT8768T Helio P22T processor, suitable for everyday tasks like browsing and streaming. The Galaxy Tab A9+ features the Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 695 5G processor, which supports more demanding apps and smoother multitasking, especially when paired with its higher RAM.

Memory For Multitasking

With 2 GB of RAM, the Galaxy Tab A7 Lite is good for basic apps and lighter multitasking. The Galaxy Tab A9+ has 8 GB of RAM, which keeps more apps open at once and supports intensive tasks more comfortably, making it a better fit if you use multiple apps simultaneously or heavier software.

Storage Choices

The Galaxy Tab A7 Lite is stocked with 32 GB of storage, enough for essential apps, documents, and some media. The Galaxy Tab A9+ comes in 64 GB and 128 GB options, offering more room for larger app collections, games, photos, and videos, which suits users with greater storage needs.

Chipset

Mediatek MT8768T Helio P22TN/A

Processor

Mediatek MT8768T Helio P22TQualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 695 5G

Processor brand

MediatekN/A

Processor core

Octa-coreN/A

Processor speed ghz

4x2.3 GHz & 4x1.8 GHzN/A

RAM

2 GB8 GB

Galaxy Tab A7 Lite (8.7", 2021) vs Galaxy Tab A9+ (11.0", 2023) screen

Screen size and resolution affect how much you see and the clarity of images and text. The Galaxy Tab A7 Lite and Galaxy Tab A9+ offer notable differences in their displays.

Screen Size

The Galaxy Tab A7 Lite has an 8.7 inch screen, making it compact and easy to hold for reading and casual use. The Galaxy Tab A9+ features a larger 11.0 inch screen, providing more space for watching videos, multitasking, or using apps that benefit from a bigger display.

Screen Resolution

With a resolution of 800 x 1340, the Galaxy Tab A7 Lite delivers clear visuals for reading and browsing but with less detail than the Galaxy Tab A9+. The A9+ has a resolution of 1920 x 1200, which offers sharper images and better clarity, ideal for streaming high-definition content and detailed graphics.

Display glass

Glass frontN/A

Pixel density

180pppN/A

Resolution

800 x 13401920 x 1200

Screen size

8.7 inch11.0 inch

Screen type

TFT LCDN/A

Galaxy Tab A7 Lite (8.7", 2021) vs Galaxy Tab A9+ (11.0", 2023) camera

Front camera definition

2 megapixelsN/A

Rear camera definition

8 megapixelsN/A

Speakers

Stereo speakersN/A

Video recording

1080p 30 FPSN/A

Webcam

YesN/A

Galaxy Tab A7 Lite (8.7", 2021) vs Galaxy Tab A9+ (11.0", 2023) size and design

120hz

NoN/A

Bluetooth version

Bluetooth 5.0N/A

Carrier compatibility

UnlockedUnlocked

Connector

USB-CN/A

Depth

8 mmN/A

Double sim

NoN/A

Headphones connectivity

3.5 mm headphone jackN/A

Height

212.5 mmN/A

Megapixels

8N/A

Sim format

Nano SIMN/A

Weight

366 gN/A

Width

124.7 mmN/A

Wifi technology

Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/acN/A

Galaxy Tab A7 Lite (8.7", 2021) or Galaxy Tab A9+ (11.0", 2023): which should you buy?

Buy the Galaxy Tab A7 Lite (8.7", 2021) if

  • you want to spend less: it starts at £116.50, £23.50 less than the Galaxy Tab A9+ (11.0", 2023)

Buy the Galaxy Tab A9+ (11.0", 2023) if

  • you want more RAM (8 GB vs 2 GB)
  • you want a bigger screen (11.0 inch vs 8.7 inch)

What our customers say

Customers of the Galaxy Tab A7 Lite often highlight its compact size and ease of use for reading and light browsing. Many mention it feels solid in hand and has good battery life for a day of typical use. Some users appreciate it as a simple all-rounder and praise the clear screen for reading e-books and comics. While most find it reliable for everyday tasks, a few note that it can feel slow during heavier use.

Users of the Galaxy Tab A9+ appreciate its larger screen and strong performance for multitasking and media. Many say the device looks almost new and runs smoothly, suitable for both work and leisure. Some mention initial setup challenges related to regional settings but still find the tablet well suited for gaming, navigation, and general use. The higher RAM and storage options are noted for keeping apps responsive and handling more demanding tasks.

The Galaxy Tab A7 Lite suits those who want a smaller, easier-to-handle device mainly for reading and light tasks. The Galaxy Tab A9+ fits users who prefer a larger display and need more power and storage for varied or intensive use.

Galaxy Tab A7 Lite (8.7", 2021) vs Galaxy Tab A9+ (11.0", 2023) FAQs

Galaxy Tab A7 Lite (8.7", 2021) vs Galaxy Tab A9+ (11.0", 2023) comes down to the RAM and screen size. The Galaxy Tab A9+ (11.0", 2023) has more RAM: 8 GB vs 2 GB. The Galaxy Tab A9+ (11.0", 2023) has a bigger screen: 11.0 inch vs 8.7 inch.

The Galaxy Tab A7 Lite (8.7", 2021) is cheaper refurbished, from £116.50 compared with £140 for the Galaxy Tab A9+ (11.0", 2023).

The Galaxy Tab A9+ (11.0", 2023) adds more RAM (8 GB vs 2 GB) and a bigger screen (11.0 inch vs 8.7 inch). Refurbished, it costs £23.50 more (from £140 vs £116.50).

Refurbished, the Galaxy Tab A7 Lite (8.7", 2021) comes in 32GB, and the Galaxy Tab A9+ (11.0", 2023) in 64GB and 128GB.

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