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Samsung Galaxy Tab E 8.0
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Samsung Galaxy Tab E 8.0

Released: 2016, January. Released 2016, JanuaryPrice: About 180 EURStatus: Discontinued

Root Support Available

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

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 5.1.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 7.1 (Nougat)
CPUQuad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 306
NFCNo
SAR1.59 W/kg (body)
SIMNano-SIM (cellular model only)
USBmicroUSB 2.0
Size8.0 inches, 185.6 cm, 2, (~69.4% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeTFT
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
BrandSamsung
ModelSamsung Galaxy Tab E 8.0
PriceAbout 180 EUR
RadioNo
SpeedHSPA, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps - cellular model only
VideoN/A
ColorsPearl White, Metallic Black
ModelsSM-T377W, SM-T377, SM-T375, SM-T377P, SM-T377R, SM-T377A, SM-T378V, SM-T377V
Single2 MP, f/2.2
StatusDiscontinued
Weight360 g (12.70 oz)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8916 Snapdragon 410 (28 nm)
SensorsAccelerometer
2G bandsCDMA 800 / 1900 - T377P, T377R
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - T377
4G bands3, 7, 8, 28, 38 - T377
Internal16GB 1.5GB RAM
Released2016, January. Released 2016, January
Announced2016, January. Released 2016, January
Bluetooth4.1, A2DP
Card slotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Talk timeUp to 13 h (3G)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions212.1 x 126.1 x 8.9 mm (8.35 x 4.96 x 0.35 in)
Music playUp to 117 h
Resolution800 x 1280 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~189 ppi density)
TechnologyCDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
LoudspeakerYes
PositioningGPS, GLONASS - cellular model only

Samsung Galaxy Tab E 8.0 Overview

About Samsung Galaxy Tab E 8.0 Samsung Galaxy Tab E 8.0 is a discontinued device from Samsung's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2016. Samsung Galaxy Tab E 8.0 has a wide variety of great specifications such as 16GB 1.5GB RAM with Qualcomm MSM8916 Snapdragon 410 (28 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 E 8.0 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 E 8.0?

The Samsung Galaxy Tab E 8.0 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 E 8.0 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 E 8.0 void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Samsung Galaxy Tab E 8.0 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 E 8.0 run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your Samsung Galaxy Tab E 8.0.