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Galaxy Tab S4 (10.5", 2018) vs Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1")

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Galaxy Tab S4 (10.5", 2018)

Starting at

£210.00£689.00 new
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Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1")

Starting at

£99.00
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(13 reviews)

What's the difference between the Galaxy Tab S4 (10.5", 2018) and Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1")?

Galaxy Tab S4 (10.5", 2018) vs Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") comes down to the screen size and weight. Refurbished, the Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") starts at £99, £111 less than the Galaxy Tab S4 (10.5", 2018).

Refurbished from

£210£99

Screen size

10.5 inch10.1 inch

Weight

482 g450 g
  • The Galaxy Tab S4 (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 482 g.

Galaxy Tab S4 (10.5", 2018) vs Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") specs

The Galaxy Tab S4 and Iconia Tab A10-21 both run Android and offer 4 GB of RAM with 64GB storage options, but they differ in screen size, resolution, processor speed, and camera quality. The Galaxy Tab S4 has a larger 10.5 inch screen with a higher resolution, making it well suited for viewing detailed images and videos. It also has a faster processor and a 13 megapixel camera, which benefits users who want smoother multitasking and sharper photos. The Iconia Tab A10-21 is slightly lighter and has a smaller 10.1 inch screen with a lower resolution, making it a suitable choice for everyday use and those who prefer a lighter device. Both devices use USB Type-C connectors and have Wi-Fi only network compatibility.

Galaxy Tab S4 (10.5", 2018) vs Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") price

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Storage

Galaxy Tab S4 (10.5", 2018) vs Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") battery life and software updates

Battery

7300 mAhN/A

Maximum operating system supported

Android 10N/A

Year of release

2018N/A

Galaxy Tab S4 (10.5", 2018) vs Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") performance

Performance depends mainly on processor speed and RAM. Both devices share the same amount of RAM but differ in processor speed, which influences how quickly the device handles tasks.

Processor Speed

The Galaxy Tab S4 features a 2.35 GHz processor, which helps with faster app loading and smoother multitasking. This makes it well suited for users who run multiple apps or more demanding software. The Iconia Tab A10-21 has a 1.8000 GHz processor, which is appropriate for everyday apps and basic tasks, fitting users who mainly browse, read, or use simple applications.

RAM and Storage

Both tablets offer 4 GB of RAM, which supports running everyday apps smoothly and maintaining several apps open at once. They also both come with 64GB of storage, providing ample space for apps, media, and documents.

Chipset

Qualcomm MSM8998 Snapdragon 835 (10 nm)N/A

Processor

Qualcomm MSM8998 Snapdragon 835N/A

Processor brand

QualcommN/A

Processor core

8 coreN/A

Processor speed ghz

2.35 GHz1.8000 GHz

RAM

4 GB4 GB

Galaxy Tab S4 (10.5", 2018) vs Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") screen

Screen quality is key for media consumption and productivity. The Galaxy Tab S4 offers a larger and higher resolution display compared to the Iconia Tab A10-21.

Screen Size

The Galaxy Tab S4 has a 10.5 inch screen, offering more room for watching videos, reading, or working on documents. The Iconia Tab A10-21 features a 10.1 inch screen, which is slightly smaller and may suit users who prefer a more compact device for one-handed use or portability.

Screen Resolution

With a resolution of 1600 x 2560, the Galaxy Tab S4 delivers sharper and more detailed images, making it a good choice for photography viewing, video streaming, and detailed apps. The Iconia Tab A10-21's resolution is 1280 x 800, suitable for general use such as web browsing, reading, and casual media consumption.

Display glass

Glass front and backN/A

Pixel density

290pppN/A

Resolution

1600 x 25601280 x 800

Screen size

10.5 inch10.1 inch

Screen type

Super AMOLEDN/A

Galaxy Tab S4 (10.5", 2018) vs Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") camera

Front camera

8 megapixelsN/A

Main camera

13 megapixelsN/A

Speakers

Stereo speakers (4 speakers)N/A

Video recording

4K 30FPSN/A

Webcam

YesYes

Galaxy Tab S4 (10.5", 2018) vs Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") size and design

Several other features also shape how you might use these tablets daily, including camera quality, weight, and connectivity ports.

Camera Megapixels

The Galaxy Tab S4 has a 13 megapixel camera, which captures more detail in photos compared to the Iconia Tab A10-21's 8 megapixel camera. This suits users who want sharper images or intend to use the camera for scanning documents or photography.

Weight

The Iconia Tab A10-21 weighs 450 g, making it slightly lighter than the Galaxy Tab S4 at 482 g. This difference may appeal to users who prioritise a lighter device for carrying around or holding for longer periods.

Connectivity and SIM

Both tablets use USB Type-C connectors for charging and data transfer, and neither has SIM port or double SIM support. They both connect via Wi-Fi only, which suits users who primarily use their tablets at home or where Wi-Fi is available.

120hz

NoN/A

Bluetooth version

Bluetooth 5.0N/A

Carrier compatibility

Without SIM PortWithout SIM Port

Connector

USB-CUSB-C

Depth

7.1 mmN/A

Double sim

NoNo

Headphones connectivity

3.5 mm headphone jackN/A

Height

249.3 mmN/A

Megapixels

138

Network

Wi-FiWi-Fi

Sim format

Nano SIMN/A

Weight

482 g450 g

Width

164.3 mmN/A

Wifi technology

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

With stylus pencil

YesN/A

Galaxy Tab S4 (10.5", 2018) or Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1"): which should you buy?

Buy the Galaxy Tab S4 (10.5", 2018) if

  • you want a bigger screen (10.5 inch vs 10.1 inch)

Buy the Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") if

  • you want to spend less: it starts at £99, £111 less than the Galaxy Tab S4 (10.5", 2018)
  • you want a lighter build (450 g vs 482 g)

Galaxy Tab S4 (10.5", 2018) vs Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") FAQs

Galaxy Tab S4 (10.5", 2018) vs Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") comes down to the screen size and weight. The Galaxy Tab S4 (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 482 g.

The Iconia Tab A10-21 (10.1") is cheaper refurbished, from £99 compared with £210 for the Galaxy Tab S4 (10.5", 2018).

Both come in 64GB refurbished.

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