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Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 8.0
Samsung

Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 8.0

Released: 2015, July. Released 2015, SeptemberPrice: About 290 EURStatus: Discontinued

Root Support Available

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

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 5.0.2 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0.1 (Marshmallow) - T710, T715, Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to 7.0 (Nougat) - T719N
CPUOcta-core (4x1.9 GHz & 4x1.3 GHz) - T710, T715, Octa-core (4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A72 & 4x1.4 GHz Cortex-A53) - T719N
GPUMali-T760 MP6 - T710, T715, Adreno 510 - T719N
NFCNo
SAR0.96 W/kg (head) 1.59 W/kg (body)
SIMNano-SIM (cellular model only)
USBmicroUSB 2.0 (MHL TV-out)
Size8.0 inches, 198.2 cm, 2, (~74.0% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeSuper AMOLED
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
BrandSamsung
ModelSamsung Galaxy Tab S2 8.0
PriceAbout 290 EUR
RadioNo
SpeedHSPA, LTE - cellular model only
VideoN/A
ColorsWhite, black gold
ModelsSM-T715, SM-T710, SM-T719N, SM-T719, SM-T715Y, SM-T719Y, SM-T713
SAR EU0.34 W/kg (head) 0.47 W/kg (body)
Single2.1 MP
StatusDiscontinued
Weight265 g (Wi-Fi) / 272 g (LTE) (9.35 oz)
ChipsetExynos 5433 - T710, T715, Qualcomm MSM8976 Snapdragon 652 (28 nm) - T719N
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
4G bands1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 17, 20
Internal32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM
Released2015, July. Released 2015, September
Announced2015, July. Released 2015, September
Bluetooth4.1, A2DP, LE
Card slotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Talk timeUp to 27 h (3G)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions198.6 x 134.8 x 5.6 mm (7.82 x 5.31 x 0.22 in)
Music playUp to 74 h
Resolution1536 x 2048 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~320 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
LoudspeakerYes
PositioningGPS, GLONASS - cellular model only

Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 8.0 Overview

About Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 8.0 Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 8.0 is a discontinued device from Samsung's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2015. Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 8.0 has a wide variety of great specifications such as 32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM with Exynos 5433 - T710, T715, Qualcomm MSM8976 Snapdragon 652 (28 nm) - T719N , 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 S2 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 S2 8.0?

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 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 S2 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 S2 8.0 void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 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 S2 8.0 run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 8.0.