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Samsung Galaxy Tab A 9.7
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Samsung Galaxy Tab A 9.7

Released: 2015, March. Released 2015, MayPrice: About 250 EURStatus: Discontinued

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Full Specifications

OSAndroid 5.0 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
CPUQuad-core 1.2 GHz
NFCNo
SIMMicro-SIM - cellular model only
USBmicroUSB 2.0
Size9.7 inches, 291.4 cm, 2, (~72.0% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeTFT
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
BrandSamsung
ModelSamsung Galaxy Tab A 9.7
PriceAbout 250 EUR
RadioNo
SpeedHSPA, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps - cellular model only
VideoN/A
ColorsSmoky Titanium, Smoky Blue, White
ModelsSM-T555, SM-T550, SM-P555, SM-P550
SAR EU0.96 W/kg (body)
Single2 MP
StatusDiscontinued
Weight450 g (Wi-Fi), 453 g (LTE) (0.99 lb)
SensorsAccelerometer
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
4G bands1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20
Internal16GB 1.5GB RAM (Wi-Fi), 16GB 2GB RAM (LTE), 32GB 2GB RAM (LTE)
Released2015, March. Released 2015, May
Announced2015, March. Released 2015, May
Bluetooth4.1, A2DP
Card slotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Talk timeUp to 14 h 30 min (multimedia) (2G) / Up to 40 h (3G)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions242.5 x 166.8 x 7.5 mm (9.55 x 6.57 x 0.30 in)
Music playUp to 160 h
Resolution768 x 1024 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~132 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
LoudspeakerYes, dual speakers
PositioningGPS, GLONASS - cellular model only

Samsung Galaxy Tab A 9.7 Overview

About Samsung Galaxy Tab A 9.7 Samsung Galaxy Tab A 9.7 is a discontinued device from Samsung's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2015. Samsung Galaxy Tab A 9.7 has a wide variety of great specifications such as 16GB 1.5GB RAM (Wi-Fi), 16GB 2GB RAM (LTE), 32GB 2GB RAM (LTE) , 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

A verified root guide for Samsung Galaxy Tab A 9.7 is not yet published. Avoid flashing files from unrelated device variants.

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 A 9.7?

The Samsung Galaxy Tab A 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 A 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 A 9.7 void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Samsung Galaxy Tab A 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 A 9.7 run?

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