Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Review: A New Affordable Samsung Tablet

[@ShaneSymonds]

Update: When using a 15W samsung charger this will charge in 2 hours instead of 3. What are your thoughts on the Tab A9? Thanks for watching!

[@leovazquez6188]

Well, it would be great for putting inside your pocket and watching movies on full screen but when are you doing the S24 or S24+ video or the galaxy buds fe video its been months

[@ed-schramm]

I think it's great for social media and media consumption. Got the A9+ here in Brazil and it's been awesome.

[@Stubanger]

a great budget option for osrs - Old School Runescape!

[@emelierav]

whats the name of the gaming controls?

[@GeminiMum]

just purchased it a week ago and been using it ever since. I really love it because of the compact size. I can carry it in my small handbag

[@AmyRoseWasHere]

I absolutely love this tablet. I originally bought it as a companion for my a54 phone but it's now getting more use from me than the phone itself. I love playing older games on it via emulation, best $120 I ever spent

[@RubenLopez-zs9nk]

120 where? Cheapest I found it was on the website with the discount

[@klxliah.]

In my country it's at 199-250 €

[@TheSkyrux]

@@RubenLopez-zs9nk Price is different in different countries due to taxes

[@warrenlucky8853]

How do you emulate games on it? If you don't mind telling me.

[@royfokerpoker1802]

Metro (by T-Mobile) is offering it to new customers for $45 bucks!! I'm picking it up next month. Steal!

[@AndrewDavie-er3ug]

Using this as a work tablet at the metal shop to clock in and out of job orders. Been doing well so far.

[@hensongualberto1755]

I have had this tablet for 3 months now, and I have no regrets about buying this thing. It does everything that I want to do on it.

[@BeHempy]

😂😂😂 Pure cope.

[@hensongualberto1755]

@@BeHempy wdym?

[@ShaneSymonds]

The specs aren't the best but the experience is good. I also went into using this tablet thinking it was going to be bad because it doesn't sound good on paper but it works well with whatever you do on it. If it was more expensive it would be "cope" but it's $125. Good device for the price is not cope.

[@eddavons0690]

​@@ShaneSymonds I got it at 180$, the 8gb ram, 124 gb memory, 4g version. It was reduced from 210$. In my contry are a little more expensive, idk why, but I think for the price and what is offering, is very good. I bought it for the size. I have a S6Lite LTE, and was much more expensive and it does greate whene it came to media but in the gameing department, is low.v

[@Priya-94]

I also have to buy this one...... Which adapter you are using?

[@debo823]

got it discounted for almost 40%. the best thing ever. the size for reading and a bit (a LOT) of stardew valley is perfect

[@VinnyUnion]

Wouldn't Galaxy Tab S4 a bit better with the AMOLED display for media consumption?

[@debo823]

@@VinnyUnion I bought the tab a9 mainly for it's size. I know the 720p TFT LCD is a deal breaker for some, but me personally, it is actually good enough for my usage. edit: forgot to mention. I applied a matte screen protector making the screen look nicer and reduce glares.

[@YanB_369]

Do you see pixels while reading pdfs and ebooks on it??

[@debo823]

@@YanB_369 No, there are none 😄

[@debo823]

@@YanB_369 there are none 😄

[@BeHempy]

This thing is pure buns. Why cant Samsung release a flagship tablet in the 8 inch form factor!? Give me a Tab S9 Mini!

[@Boroiboi]

I remember one of the early tab from samsung i have, galaxy tab 7.7. amoled, cellular, stereo speakers, can make call, expandable storage. Headphone jack.

[@Jack_Sparrow131]

Why they want to? that will kill their $1800 phones Samsung Fold series is 7.4 inch extremely expensive phones.. Making high-end mini tablet will hurt the Fold series It's like selling 8-inch screen for $120 (very low profit) while they can sell 7-inch screen for $1800 (super high profits 10x)

[@carlosgrey37]

😢

[@NvyGod]

What’s wrong with it bro

[@BeHempy]

@@NvyGod 🤣🤣☠️🤡

[@Unan1mouz]

Thanks for the thorough and realistic battery life test!

[@akophil]

This tablet is very practical and convenient. For someone like me who just wanted an Android device as another option, this is very convincing. Good job, bro! Thank you so much! I'm really impressed with how well it performs. New subscriber here by the way. 😁

[@GeekfromYorkshire]

Thanks for the video, based on this I bought the A9 128GB / 8GB / 4G tablet to backfill a Huawei M5 Mediapad 8.4 I got in spring 2019, I donated to save someone cost of broadband Internet they were not really needing. Samsung A8 is an ok-tablet when you factor the price, I paid £150 in UK, when you bear in mind my phone was £600 it is very much a complemtary backup phone. It makes me realise how good was Huawei, 5 years ago I got a sturdier metal body, a fingerprint sensor, faster charging, higher resolution noticeably crisper display. The small tablet market is badly exploited, this A9 was all I could find, the other brands all began at around the 11" size. Pity. As a backup phone, 8 inch is perfect.

[@karmenvanheers6112]

Does it have 64 bits?

[@ArndreHarris]

I appreciate the testing of osrs 😄 my decision too buy this tablet was if or not it could handle that game alone, thank you.

[@chiefinmota3712]

I’m looking to buy this specifically for osrs ! How does it hold up??

[@mihaifif3476]

I was in doubt, but bought in 5 mins after watching your review. Thanks a lot!

[@AmouraHajjar]

Does it really work that fast?

[@Daily_Video01]

Yes Helio G99 is fast​@@AmouraHajjar

[@Commander_Kal_Wardin]

I just got this Tab A9 as prize from getting 2nd place in a competition, so I really needed this review, thanks. Great video.

[@sakuraesther6309]

Eishhhhh.......WOWW!!!!!🥳🥳🥳🥳

[@DennisReeder]

Great review. Appreciate not having to listen to some obnoxious music or graphics. Your review is succinct and to the point! Well Done. Now my question. Will (or has) Samsung updated this to Android 14? Waiting to pull the trigger on this one. Thanks

[@bladepoint286]

I've ad this A9 tab for 3 months now ,and I just wish it came with a spen Samsung really need to review this tab and make it the powerhouse it should be

[@naomi-ms1wn]

hi can I ask if it still works okay I'm planning on buying this one but I'm kinda worried about its longevity. Tyia!

[@bladepoint286]

@naomi-ms1wn yh works great snappy and fast ,you won't regret it, I have 4 galaxy tabs, and it's my favorite get the 8 gig version if you can .

[@anhquang9644]

Can i use any pen on it or it must be the samsung pen?

[@lukecoverdale3861]

tried one and it was painfully slow, just wish samsung would make a higher end small tablet like this. Screen is also pretty dull.

[@ShaneSymonds]

What was it slow with? I actually found navigation to be pretty smooth as I showed in the video, web browsing is fine, and gaming is good for me too. The 60hz feels sluggish but I wouldn't classify it as painful. I would say the Tab A7 Lite is painfully slow like I showed in the gaming test getting 10 fps but I'm curious to hear your findings

[@ShaneSymonds]

Most room for improvement is in the display department though for sure. In its own bubble its fine but compared to nearly any other display on the market its lacking

[@debo823]

maybe you could try removing unnecessary animations that usually made it slow/lagging. you enable this in setting>accessibility>vision enhancement>enable remove animation. the navigation and such would be kind off kindle-ish and sometimes you have to gamble if the loading icon is actually loading 😂. So far that works best for me

[@cliffinkaemurd1320]

The processor is actually very decent. Keeping in mind that this is very cheap

[@frfr12921]

I@@ShaneSymonds It's 2.2/4GB That's super slow for today's standards

[@Obbee]

I just bought the LTE version today. ❤ watching KZbin is much more enjoyable because of the large screen, got a free bluetooth keyboard too.

[@GeekfromYorkshire]

Me too! I use the Android Firefox app, the ublock origin , thus no ads, and Tubemate to make mp4 for saved ad-free videos. Like YT don't like ads.

[@Imikmidget]

Hey, can the LTE version connect to my home Wi-Fi without having a SIM card installed?

[@GeekfromYorkshire]

@@Imikmidget Yes as all versions have Wifi, some also have LTE/

[@Obbee]

@@Imikmidget yes. the LTE version is also compatible with WiFi as well even if you don't plan on using a 4G LTE/SIM Card.

[@zrandom4896]

Just bought one as well. Got it brand new for $89.99 , the store had a sale so hard to say no.

[@Aximili]

I almost sell my A9 just because i fell bored with this device. But because of your review i end up reall love this device for the compatiblelity to play Gamecube games espescially the Resident Evil. Now i just need to buy some gamepad. Thx for your review, i'll subscribe & waitimg your gaminng review on this tab.

[@sytnoff1]

can this run clash of clan ?

[@clockwzrk]

yes​@@sytnoff1

[@mikeadams7904]

Thinking of getting this to replace the a7 lite . The a7 lite was very very laggy.

[@williampeters3622]

Great video indeed! You show us what we want to see and it’s the way most of us use a tablet.

[@nathansutterfield]

Thanks for the thorough review- I bought one for Prime Day. I am excited- thank you for the comparisons between wifi and cellular. I was about to change my order but the haptic feedback is definitely worth it for me.

[@Darignobullseye]

Very Helpful!! Thank you for real clarity of info and realustic facts

[@Charles-rd6ku]

I have got to admit it i have mine about 3 months now and i'm not too happy with it. I'm the 70 years old and had samsung most of my adult life. The main thing for me is this is similar to windows in that every time i knew os comes out it requires more ram. Android sites and stuff recommend 8G for tablets these days. I'm visually impaired and can't use a cellphone this phone works great with the bigger keyboard and stuff. When i am on youtube for watching tv and stuff like that his locks up constantly and i have only got basic stuff on your. I did a factory reinstall without installing any samsung anything i passed on it and just install it mostly google. It's banana 2 weeks now and it's still locking up even though i put absolute and everything else and now android 15 is coming i'm wondering how that will work. These tablets need 8 gig minimum like you're giving to the plus. Also canada is selling this with the 8G so they're cutting us off for that phone. There's a couple reminder things that are the best but kind of disappointed in samsung not giving us tables with at least the minimal ram. I don't play games or nothing so i don't get it other than their saving every time they can

[@gloczyslaw19]

So, did you buy the 4 GB version and it's running slowly, or the 8 GB version and it's still slow? Thanks for your response because I'm considering whether to buy the 4 GB version, price diffenence is quite big.

[@messedupguy9648]

You can activate the virtual ram to increase the speed

[@ChuckoMountain-fv9yj]

@@gloczyslaw19 Pass on them both. Buy an Ipad 5 mini. You will never regret it. Great screen, fast, sure, low price now. Grab one. Dont sit there, do it.

[@frankmacs9379]

I bought one here in the UK when it was reduced. It does what i need it to do but the screen is poor quality. Low'ish resolution, not that bright & with poor viewing angles. I do however like the screen size & the overall size of the tablet. But yeah, the screen isn't great.

[@lyricsrloud6482]

Did u manage to find one yet ? And if so, what tablet did u find. As I'm looking for a good affordable small ish tablet that I can play pokemon go, stream on 😮

[@wonderman8537]

Reduced?

[@frankmacs9379]

@@wonderman8537 yeah, i think i paid about £120

[@mussaal-eskandarani]

A very detailed review, thanks a lot

[@tvojeprezuvky]

What a disappointment it doesn't have a full HD resolution. It's like there's no good mid to mid-high range tablets between 8-9 inches anymore :( I was looking forward to replace my Lenovo Tab4 8 Plus.. but now I see I will have to wait for a bit longer until something better comes out on the market.

[@abuhadhood8]

Do you have a link to the one with cellular? Thank you

[@ObjectPlanet]

The First Time I Am watching you On KZbin And I Still Have The Tab A7 Lite for 2 Years. Got the A7 Lite when I Was 8

[@larrytam2869]

9:43 Hi , may I ask what brand and model number of this game controller is? I want to buy one , thanks !

[@RalphdontGAF]

2 questions 1. Can i connect a gaming controller to this tablet and use the controller exclusivley to operate the device? For instance, like a playstation controller? 2. I think you already said in the video, but you can put a sim card in this tablet and use it like a phone, right? So if i wanted to, i could install WhatsApp and use it on my tablet? Thanks!

[@ShaneSymonds]

Yes you can navigate the device with a controller. And yes you can use this like a phone (my secondary SIM card is in this tablet)

[@JenlynTirado]

Hi! Would u recommend it for students looking for studying their digital notes (not necessarily for notetaking) ?

[@JahDigitalProducts]

UP!! also can I use any Spen with this tab? We would love to hear your response please

[@chrisboucher2813]

How well does the tablet fit in the controller? The Kishi Ultra says it only fits tablets up to 8 inches, the Tab A9 is 8 and 5/16 inches

[@TSOL_in_LOS]

My tablet charges in 2 hours also. I primarily watch KZbin and scroll through X. I'm getting roughly 8 to 10 hours screen on time. The scream seems very bright

[@nesbe3174]

great review, im getting one for my daughter for Christmas.

[@rabeyabashrikeya5845]

Should I go for it or buy ipad mini 6? Purpose is reading pdf

[@Sean-pe2xz]

Ipad mini 6 is the best small size tablet imo. If u got the money, go for it. But if u are on a budget, Galaxy tab A9 can work if it just for reading pdf

[@Liamshadow05]

Both the tab A9 and A9+ is good for reading PDF and i use the A9+ to read PDF and also for document work

[@Gamer-vs3xl]

​@ParkHyunjunwoo05 why not use laptop for pdf?

[@sofialaamari7643]

Is it good for the new designers

[@charrio2]

Were you able to choose USA region? I was not given the choice

[@chrisdoctor9073]

Very nice review! Planning to get one today. Btw, what controller are u using?

[@ShaneSymonds]

Razer Kishi Ultra. Linked in description. Very expensive but best mobile controller I've used

[@alangott332]

Does it use a Stylus pen ?

[@jamtrix]

Does it have like a kid mode? I'm thinking of getting my 5 year old son his first tablet.

[@LordFantasthick]

The A9 seems to have some compatibility issues with non Samsung chargers. (If only they would include one in the box) Mine would not charge above 97% with my 67W Xiaomi charger. I quess this tablet switches to a very slow charging speed for the last percents and the 67W charger is just too much. I would recommend to get the 8gb version, just to be more futureproof.

[@gavinarmstrmg]

There is no future proofing a tablet running on the Helio G99.

[@victusraiton]

@@gavinarmstrmgso is it for a Sd 695 lol

[@vincentpious6698]

Where can I get this particular tab controller?

[@SusanSaayman123]

which pen do you suggest with this

[@zbridgjpxupzm]

How is the Maps GPS navigation with and without internet connection?

[@Userff5ch]

So I went to the phone store to pick an A9 last week. New in the box goes for $205 in my country for 128gb cellular version. Long story short, I picked up a second hand broken outer screen z fold 2 for $195 instead. Come on Samsung.

[@shalawhoshyar9382]

Suport pen ?

[@flyaway6671]

No

[@BinuEasrom]

Did this one support pen to draw?

[@bucket7548]

What do you think about this vs a ipad mini 5th gen with cellular?

[@kunalsundrani8786]

Ipad mini anyday better thn this

[@pedro7o7u]

Really helpful video! Thank you very much :)

[@thomask1424]

This wasn't released in the US. Bought my 8Gb/128Gb through Amazon from a seller in EU (there were some Canadian and Mexican sellers). I have an S9 FE but wanted something smaller to carry around. Works great.

[@dondeloman]

Hey are you using Razer Kishi Ultra or Razer Kishi V2 Ultra? because when i search online i cant find any Razer Kishi V2 Ultra

[@darlenekellogg5360]

Can these apps be downloaded on this tablet,plex, freecast,tubi,and daystar?

[@Sugreevnishad]

Good unboxing!

[@waynebinuk]

What is the name of the game controllers you are using on this tab? Great video BTW.. Many thanks

[@juniorgutierrez8864]

Can it be used as a laptop? And can it support word and excel? 🤔

[@ShaneSymonds]

I would recommend the Tab A9+ for more of a laptop use. This Tab A9 does support those apps perfectly fine though

[@juniorgutierrez8864]

Thank you 😊

[@richpace8428]

Hi great video, can you confirm if you use Google play to download/install apps, and if so is the Spotify kids app available?

[@hiimparsival]

Yeah, Google Play works and the Spotify app is available(I don't know about Spotify kids tho')

[@getstickbuglol]

Does it support screen tapping to awake it?

[@coldicelexv9078]

Yes!

[@sakoura0510]

Wich is better this one or the honor x 9 ?

[@DanielBradler]

How many software updates will this tablet get?

[@BrittanyLeight]

Can someone weigh in on how im going to like it for note taking in school?! Is there a keyboard case for it?

[@javanochieng5720]

Did you get a response I am also interested

[@gx_pro2277]

I found a keyboard case on Amazon with a space for a stylus No trackpad though

[@santaclaus9918]

Does the A9 has smart view and android auto??

[@dt1133]

i need to know this too

[@phone_bytes]

Yes,both

[@Jermainechandler-w5y]

Were is this sold in the us?

[@TatiRush]

Great review! Finally i saw browsing not for 5 seconds, but 5 minutes. Thank U! Does tablet still good enough for u?

[@CriticalAbsent]

Know any good emulators for android?

[@danielpuerto4621]

Does it have smart view?

[@Cp6uja]

I’m considering getting one of these to do some work while walking/lightly jogging on a treadmill or riding a stationary bike. It would need to open some large/demanding PDF files (some of them can be as large as 80MB in side, but most of the time they’re within 10MB). Would this tablet cut it? Looking to get an 8GB/128GB model.

[@msolqq]

Looked everywhere in USA for SamsungTab A9 LTE ..128GB & 8GBRAM... no one is selling it..where did you find it??

[@chiefinmota3712]

Looking to buy this specifically for old school runescape, noticed you have the mobile app downloaded.. how does it perform with this tablet??

[@ShaneSymonds]

It performs well

[@MrSilv55]

@@ShaneSymondshi;. Can i use this A9 4g cellular with sims card for internet and phone in Europe . ?

[@Treborray]

Great video!!

[@3adelz90]

It got for google maps navigation ? Can i install andorid auto on it ? Thanks

[@heinzkloesch5291]

Yes you can install auto app

[@Nikolaaviation]

I think I'll get it. Do you think the aerofly fs simulator will run well it requires 8gb ram if you are not familiar you can check

[@juanvargascamargo3372]

One question brother, could you try the performance test in a video game called Blood Strike, I'm planning to buy it these days, greetings. ❤

[@tshilidzisharonmbedzi9366]

You posted on my birthday

[@Gameboy1996omen]

How are you playing mario strikers?

[@shuggiemcg1]

Ive seen a deal here in the UK for £160 for the 128BG with 8GB ram version is that a good deal for this tablet?

[@loumartin8851]

This is an international version... I'm guessing that you're from the US. Were you able to pick US as your region during setup? If not what region did you pick?

[@ShaneSymonds]

I was unable to pick US region during setup but it doesn’t matter. Just pick something and proceed.

[@loumartin8851]

@@ShaneSymonds Thank you, mine arrived today and I picked South Africa... no issues at all... so far really enjoying it.

[@rickneff-metal6275]

​@@ShaneSymondsIf you pick a different Region, will you still be able to download and install all your google play apps? Including the paid apps? Thanks

[@intuizoneacademy8727]

How are ya'll getting into the tablet after choosing a different country? Mine is asking me to sign in to my Samsung account in order to get into the tablet... and when I enter the info, it says the region on the device doesn't match my samsung account region and won't let me set up the device. How did you pass that part and set up the tablet??

[@mystryx7931]

I got same brand around 10 years ago. Listen to audiobooks every night. Min 8 hours a day. Still working, but the screen warped... but lasted a long time.

[@bafokengnkone2199]

Which pen is compatible with this tab?

[@JarredSalas]

Could i fly a drone with this tab? Thanks for review

[@stevebates3573]

Can't find a ( us version ) international versions only. I have to get the Tab A8 which is a 10.5 screen. Wanted the 8 inch .

[@MrSilv55]

Just received my SM-X115 T9 8.9 cellular unlocked with sims card and it has US option when i did set it up.,some people say it can't be used in US? .i'm using it in US just to use my home wireless,but i intend to take it to Europe and use there with a sims card and phone.

[@lemagnifikyves9533]

One question please can we work with Excel and World in it ?

[@ShaneSymonds]

Yes you can

[@lemagnifikyves9533]

@@ShaneSymonds Thanks you for responding

[@alfiefriday5338]

Can this tablet do video out via USB C?

[@nauxsi]

I've owned one sub $200 tablet in Android space, it was unusuable within week from all the updates. Am just wondering if this will also happen here as Samsung does like to pre-install stuff.

[@rvbernales4764]

Hi hope you will do video if the s pen will works on Tab A9.. thank you..

[@ShaneSymonds]

S Pen does not work on the Tab A9

[@Jellybeans89]

How you get Mario striker

[@eisernerrundfunk1]

Got the A9+, and i could not ask for more. Use it to surf , Videos streaming & play Musik over BT-Strereo in my Garden, so i dont have to carry my laptop around. Battary holds up far longer than a usual work/Garden Day. The performance fits the needs of everyday use, at least for 85% of people i think. The display is bright enough in my opinion. The Cam is maybe not the greates on the Planet- who cares? Just invest 20 min. to get the adjustmens right, and for 190€ you cant go wrong.

[@Noobie675]

I have a9 plus very happy with it does everything I want with no issues. Play games, Netflix no issues

[@missytales]

does ms word applications work in this tab ???

[@JS-ev4xc]

A9 should use 5G like A9+ instead of only 4G chipset, this is the only downside but in term of portability and functions, i think it beats A9+ hands down. The convenience of answering call without BT ear piece is already justified enough over the clunky A9+.

[@ShaneSymonds]

I was surprised with how much I enjoyed the A9 despite the weaker specs Compared to A9+. Form factor is most important decision between the 2.

[@mariannesuesli5680]

Just got 6.1 update on my a9 plus

[@adriangabrieldias]

Can I make phone calls on the lte version I wanna use I like a primary main phone?

[@redbluedanielful]

Yes with LTE version.

[@MrSilv55]

@@redbluedanielful Whai is the LTE version ? The international cellular sims A9?

[@redbluedanielful]

@@MrSilv55 LTE means celular conectivity.

[@KHÁNHNguyễn-y3j]

I am considering to buy this to read music pieces while playing the piano. Is this good enough to do that? Many thanks.

[@21Dazzler]

Easily good enough for all reading and video watching purposes.

[@CarolCampbell-ud8cj]

I just bought an unlocked international version to use in US. Its in a sealed box with a warranty sticker for Africa. Can i be assured it's unlocked as advertised?

[@MrSilv55]

Just received my SM-X115 T9 8.9 cellular unlocked with sims card and it has US option when i did set it up.,some people say it can't be used in US? .i'm using it in US just to use my home wireless,but i intend to take it to Europe and use there with a sims card and phone.

[@enrico8955]

Is this tablet good enough for office works like using wps office , office suite and listing notes? If not please suggest some cheap decent tablet that's solely focus on productivity and nothing else

[@gustavovm491]

I would get the a9 plus for that because of the more generous screen space and resolution. with a portable keyboard it can work as a lightweight laptop.

[@jessiem8808]

It's being released in USA?

[@MrSilv55]

Just received my SM-X115 T9 8.9 cellular unlocked with sims card and it has US option when i did set it up.,some people say it can't be used in US? .i'm using it in US just to use my home wireless,but i intend to take it to Europe and use there with a sims card and phone.

[@21Dazzler]

Love these, bougt two for the kids, Good battery, good memory, runs well. Really like it, compared to the Kindle Fire HD its streets ahead in terms of reactiveness and speed.

[@ka57-Jr]

Does it run on two screens?

[@cloxytr9144]

Is there much a difference between the qound quality and loudness of the A9 wifi version (2 speakers) and the A9 LTE version (3 speakers)??

[@redbluedanielful]

No, no diference

[@bernatgaal4734]

What is this controller m

[@cosine.]

Nexus 7 vibes, miss this form factor 😮

[@carolinagreen1927]

I will soon buy one, should I go for smaller one or...?