Galaxy Tab Active2 (8.0", 2017) vs Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1")
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Galaxy Tab Active2 (8.0", 2017)
Starting at
£56.00
Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1")
Starting at
£99.00What's the difference between the Galaxy Tab Active2 (8.0", 2017) and Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1")?
Galaxy Tab Active2 (8.0", 2017) vs Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") comes down to the RAM, screen size and weight. Refurbished, the Galaxy Tab Active2 (8.0", 2017) starts at £56, £43 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 Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") has a bigger screen: 10.1 inch vs 8.0 inch.
- The Galaxy Tab Active2 (8.0", 2017) has a lighter build: 415 g vs 450 g.
Galaxy Tab Active2 (8.0", 2017) vs Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") specs
The Galaxy Tab Active2 and the Iconia Tab A10-21 offer different strengths suited to distinct needs. The Galaxy Tab Active2 has a smaller 8.0 inch screen with a portrait-style resolution of 800 by 1280, making it more compact and easier to handle one-handed. The Iconia Tab A10-21 features a larger 10.1 inch display with a wider 1280 by 800 resolution, better for watching videos or reading across wider pages. Performance-wise, the Iconia Tab A10-21 has a faster 1.8000 GHz processor, more RAM at 4 GB, and a larger 64 GB storage option, ideal if you want more space and smoother multitasking. The Galaxy Tab Active2 has 3 GB RAM and 16 GB storage, which suits everyday tasks and lighter use. Both run Android and share features like USB Type-C connectors and 8 MP cameras, but the Active2 is slightly lighter at 415 g compared to 450 g. Choose the Active2 if you want a smaller, lighter tablet, and the Iconia if you prefer a larger screen and more memory.
Galaxy Tab Active2 (8.0", 2017) vs Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") price
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Galaxy Tab Active2 (8.0", 2017) vs Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") battery life and software updates
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Galaxy Tab Active2 (8.0", 2017) vs Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") performance
Performance helps you decide how well a tablet handles apps, multitasking and storage. The Galaxy Tab Active2 and Iconia Tab A10-21 differ in processor speed, RAM and storage capacity, which influence their daily responsiveness and capacity for apps and files.
Processor Speed
The Iconia Tab A10-21 has a processor speed of 1.8000 GHz, which is higher than the Galaxy Tab Active2's 1.6000 GHz. This means the Iconia can process tasks slightly faster, helping with smoother app use and responsiveness during everyday activities.
Memory Capacity
With 4 GB of RAM, the Iconia Tab A10-21 supports keeping more apps open at once, making multitasking easier. The Galaxy Tab Active2's 3 GB RAM is suitable for everyday use where fewer apps run simultaneously.
Storage Size
The Iconia Tab A10-21 comes with 64 GB of storage, providing ample room for apps, photos and files. The Galaxy Tab Active2 offers 16 GB storage, which fits lighter users who keep fewer files on their device.
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Galaxy Tab Active2 (8.0", 2017) vs Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") screen
Screen quality affects how you experience video, reading and general use. The Galaxy Tab Active2 and Iconia Tab A10-21 differ in size and resolution layout, each suiting different viewing preferences.
Screen Size
The Iconia Tab A10-21 features a 10.1 inch screen, offering more space to view content, ideal for watching films, browsing websites or using productivity apps. The Galaxy Tab Active2's 8.0 inch screen is more compact and easier to hold with one hand, suitable for on-the-go use.
Resolution Orientation
The Galaxy Tab Active2 has a resolution of 800 by 1280, which is taller than it is wide. This orientation suits reading and vertical content. The Iconia Tab A10-21's 1280 by 800 resolution is wider, better for landscape viewing such as videos or side-by-side apps.
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Galaxy Tab Active2 (8.0", 2017) vs Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") camera
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Galaxy Tab Active2 (8.0", 2017) vs Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") size and design
Other features include connectivity, camera quality and weight. These aspects influence daily handling and compatibility with accessories.
Connector Type
Both devices use USB Type-C connectors. This modern port supports fast charging and versatile connections to other devices or accessories.
Camera Resolution
Each tablet has an 8 megapixel camera, providing clear image capture suitable for video calls and casual photography.
Weight
The Galaxy Tab Active2 weighs 415 g, making it lighter and potentially easier to hold over longer periods. The Iconia Tab A10-21 is slightly heavier at 450 g, which matches its larger screen size.
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Neither tablet supports SIM cards or double SIM functionality, so both rely on Wi-Fi for internet connectivity.
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Galaxy Tab Active2 (8.0", 2017) or Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1"): which should you buy?
Buy the Galaxy Tab Active2 (8.0", 2017) if
- you want to spend less: it starts at £56, £43 less than the Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1")
- you want a lighter build (415 g vs 450 g)
Buy the Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") if
- you want more RAM (4 GB vs 3 GB)
- you want a bigger screen (10.1 inch vs 8.0 inch)
Galaxy Tab Active2 (8.0", 2017) vs Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") FAQs
Galaxy Tab Active2 (8.0", 2017) 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 Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") has a bigger screen: 10.1 inch vs 8.0 inch.
The Galaxy Tab Active2 (8.0", 2017) is cheaper refurbished, from £56 compared with £99 for the Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1").
Refurbished, the Galaxy Tab Active2 (8.0", 2017) comes in 16GB, and the Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") in 64GB.
