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Samsung Galaxy Tab S 8.4 vs Google Nexus 7 (2013) Comparison

A detailed, side-by-side comparison to help you pick the right tablet.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 8.4
Samsung
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 8.4
8.3 / 10
Compass Score
From 22 critic reviews
Full review →
Google Nexus 7 (2013)
Asus
Google Nexus 7 (2013)
8.8 / 10
Compass Score
From 38 critic reviews
Full review →
Verdict

Pros & cons

Galaxy Tab S 8.4

+
Good
+ Vibrant and bright display
+ Smooth performance with no lag during basic and demanding tasks
+ Excellent battery life
−
Not
− Display colors oversaturated
− Noisy photos in low light

Google Nexus 7 (2013)

+
Good
+ Full HD screen that displays 323ppi
+ New fast Qualcomm processor
+ Thinner and easy to handle tablet design
−
Not
− No microSD slot
− Camera is unimpressive
Spec data

How they compare

Galaxy Tab S 8.4
Google Nexus 7 (2013)
Price (MSRP)
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Price (MSRP)
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OS
Android
OS
Android
Processor
Samsung Exynos 5 Octa core
Processor
Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro Quad core
Camera zoom
—
Camera zoom
—
Battery life
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Battery life
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Wired charging
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Wired charging
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Wireless charging
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Wireless charging
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Display
Color
Display
Color
Software support
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Software support
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Repairability
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Repairability
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Weight
294g (10.4 oz)
Weight
290g (10.2 oz)
Fingerprint
Yes
Fingerprint
No
Highlighted cells indicate the stronger value where a clear winner exists.
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Physical comparison

Size & weight

Footprint · to scale
Galaxy Tab S 8.4
8.4" × 4.9"
Google Nexus 7 (2013)
0.8" × 0.4"
Thickness · to scale
Galaxy Tab S 8.4
0.3"
Google Nexus 7 (2013)
0"
Height
8.4" (213 mm)
Height
0.8" (20 mm)
Width
4.9" (125 mm)
Width
0.4" (11.4 mm)
Depth
0.3" (7 mm)
Depth
0" (0.9 mm)
Weight
294g (10.4 oz)
Weight
290g (10.2 oz)
Screen
8.4"
Screen
7.02"

Dimensions shown in inches (mm). Silhouettes are proportionally scaled for visual comparison.

Common questions

Galaxy Tab S 8.4 vs Google Nexus 7 (2013): FAQ

Which is better, the Galaxy Tab S 8.4 or Google Nexus 7 (2013)?
Based on aggregated critic reviews, the Google Nexus 7 (2013) earns a Compass Score of 8.8 compared to 8.3 for the Galaxy Tab S 8.4. That 0.5-point gap reflects stronger reviews across the board, though individual priorities like camera quality, battery life, or price could tip the scales the other way. Scores aggregate dozens of expert opinions, so they are a useful starting point, not the final word.

Specifications sourced from manufacturers and third-party databases. Last updated October 2026. Suggest a correction →