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Samsung Galaxy Tab S 8.4
Samsung

Samsung Galaxy Tab S 8.4

Released: 2014, June. Released 2014, JulyPrice: About 300 EURStatus: Discontinued

Root Support Available

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

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow), TouchWiz UI
CPUOcta-core (4x1.9 GHz Cortex-A15 & 4x1.3 GHz Cortex-A7)
GPUMali-T628 MP6
NFCNo
SAR1.06 W/kg (body)
SIMNo
USBmicroUSB 2.0 (MHL), OTG
EDGENo
GPRSNo
Size8.4 inches, 204.6 cm, 2, (~76.5% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeSuper AMOLED
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
BrandSamsung
ModelSamsung Galaxy Tab S 8.4
PriceAbout 300 EUR
RadioNo
VideoN/A
CameraPhoto, /, Video
ColorsDazzling White, Titanium Bronze
ModelsSM-T700
SAR EU0.18 W/kg (body)
Single2.1 MP
StatusDiscontinued
Weight294 g (10.37 oz)
ChipsetExynos 5420 Octa (28 nm)
DisplayContrast ratio: Infinite (nominal)
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, compass
2G bandsN/A
FeaturesLED flash
Internal16GB 3GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM
Released2014, June. Released 2014, July
Announced2014, June. Released 2014, July
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, LE
Card slotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Talk timeUp to 11 h (multimedia)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions212.8 x 125.6 x 6.6 mm (8.38 x 4.94 x 0.26 in)
Music playUp to 80 h
Resolution1600 x 2560 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~359 ppi density)
TechnologyNo cellular connectivity
LoudspeakerVoice 68dB / Noise 66dB / Ring 75dB
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Audio qualityNoise -95.7dB / Crosstalk -96.0dB
Infrared portYes

Samsung Galaxy Tab S 8.4 Overview

About Samsung Galaxy Tab S 8.4 Samsung Galaxy Tab S 8.4 is a discontinued device from Samsung's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2014. Samsung Galaxy Tab S 8.4 has a wide variety of great specifications such as 16GB 3GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM with Exynos 5420 Octa (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 S 8.4 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 S 8.4?

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S 8.4 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 S 8.4 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 S 8.4 void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Samsung Galaxy Tab S 8.4 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 S 8.4 run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your Samsung Galaxy Tab S 8.4.