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Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 9.7
Samsung

Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 9.7

Released: 2017, FebruaryPrice: About 380 EURStatus: Available. Released 2017, April

Root Support Available

Bootloader unlock, Magisk root, recovery notes, and expert support are available for this device family.

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 7.0 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie), One UI
CPUQuad-core (2x2.15 GHz Kryo & 2x1.6 GHz Kryo)
GPUAdreno 530
NFCNo
SIMNano-SIM (cellular model only)
USBUSB Type-C 3.1, magnetic connector
Size9.7 inches, 291.4 cm, 2, (~72.7% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeSuper AMOLED
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
BrandSamsung
BuildGlass front, glass back, aluminum frame
ModelSamsung Galaxy Tab S3 9.7
PriceAbout 380 EUR
RadioNo
SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps - cellular model only
Video1080p@30fps
ColorsWhite, black
ModelsSM-T820, SM-T825, SM-T825Y
SAR EU0.99 W/kg (body)
Single5 MP, f/2.2, 23mm (wide)
StatusAvailable. Released 2017, April
Weight429 g (Wi-Fi)/ 434 g (LTE) (15.13 oz)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 820 (14 nm)
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, compass
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
4G bands1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 17, 20, 28, 40
Charging18W wired
FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Internal32GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM
Released2017, February
Announced2017, February
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
Card slotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions237.3 x 169 x 6 mm (9.34 x 6.65 x 0.24 in)
Resolution1536 x 2048 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~264 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers (4 speakers)
PerformanceGFXBench: 13fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO - cellular model only

Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 9.7 Overview

About Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 9.7 Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 9.7 is another flagship from Samsung's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2017. Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 9.7 has a wide variety of great specifications such as 32GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM with Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 820 (14 nm) , as well as ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. The thing that makes this decent smartphone special is its sleek design and an amazing all-screen design with no notches at all.

Rooting Information

Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 9.7 can generally be rooted with a bootloader unlock and Magisk patched boot image workflow. Always match firmware build numbers before flashing.

Bootloader Information

Most Android rooting methods begin with bootloader unlock. Unlocking may wipe data, affect warranty, and disable some security features.

Recovery Information

Custom recovery support depends on chipset, kernel source availability, and community builds. Fastboot-based Magisk installation can work even when TWRP is unavailable.

FAQ

Can I root the Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 9.7?

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 9.7 supports rooting through Magisk. You'll need to unlock the bootloader first, then flash a patched boot image. Check the rooting status card on this page for availability.

Does Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 9.7 support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many Samsung devices support TWRP. Check our device page for recovery compatibility. If TWRP isn't available, you can still use Magisk through fastboot method.

Will rooting Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 9.7 void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 9.7 will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 9.7 run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 9.7.