Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite

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Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite
Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite 2022
Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite 2024
Brand Samsung
Manufacturer Samsung Electronics
Type Tablet computer
Series Galaxy Tab S
Family Samsung Galaxy
First releasedTab S6 Lite: May 16, 2020;5 years ago (2020-05-16)
Tab S6 Lite 2022: May 23, 2022;3 years ago (2022-05-23)
Tab S6 Lite 2024: March 28, 2024;18 months ago (2024-03-28)
Predecessor Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e
Successor Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE (indirect)
Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Lite (direct)
Related Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e
Compatible networks GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
Form factor Bar
ColorsTab S6 Lite: Chiffon Pink, Angora Blue, Oxford Gray
Tab S6 Lite 2022: Chiffon Pink, Angora Blue, Oxford Gray
Weight465/467g
Operating system S6 Lite:
Original: Android 10 with One UI 2.1
Current: Android 13 with One UI 5.1.1
S6 Lite 2022:
Original: Android 12 with One UI 4.1
Current: Android 15 with One UI 7
S6 Lite 2024:
Original: Android 14 with One UI 6.1
Current: Android 15 with One UI 7
System-on-chip Tab S6 Lite: Exynos 9611 (10nm)
Tab S6 Lite 2022: Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G/732G (8nm)
Tab S6 Lite 2024: Exynos 1280 (5nm)
CPU Tab S6 Lite: Octa-core (4x2.3 GHz Cortex-A73 & 4x1.7 GHz Cortex-A53
Tab S6 Lite 2022: Octa-core (2x2.3 GHz Kyro 465/470 Gold & 6x1.8 GHz Kyro 465/470 Silver)
Tab S6 Lite 2024: Octa-core (2x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPU Tab S6 Lite: Mali-G72 MP3
Tab S6 Lite 2022: Adreno 618
Tab S6 Lite 2024: Mali-G68 MP4
Memory4 GB RAM
Storage64 and 128 GB
Removable storage microSDXC (up to 1 TB)
SIM Nano-SIM (where applicable)
BatteryLi-Po 7040 mAh, non-removable
ChargingWired fast charging up to 15W
Rear camera8 MP, (wide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm
1080p @30fps
Front camera 5 MP, (wide)
1080p @30fps
Display10.3 in (260 mm)
1200 × 2000 px resolution, 5:3 ratio (~224 ppi density)
TFT LCD
SoundLoudspeaker
Tuned by AKG
Connectivity Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth 5.0, A2DP, LE
Data inputs
ModelS6 Lite: SM-P610N, SM-P615, SM-P610
S6 Lite 2022: SM-P613, SM-P619
S6 Lite 2024: SM-P620 (Wi-Fi) , SM-P625 (4G)
References [1]

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite is a Android-based tablet developed and marketed by Samsung Electronics. It was announced on April 2, 2020, Galaxy Tab S6 Lite 2022 was announced on May 14, 2022, [2] [3] and Galaxy Tab S6 Lite 2024 was announced on March 26, 2024. [4]

Contents

The Tab S6 Lite first received 3 OS upgrades, as announced on August 5, 2020. The Tab S6 Lite 2022 and 2024 editions were extended to 4 OS upgrades as the Galaxy S22 and later devices did.

Specifications

Hardware

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite has a 7040 mAh battery, and is capable of fast charging at up to 15 W.

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 features a 10.5-inch 2560 x 1600 Super AMOLED display. The display has a 16:10 aspect ratio.

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite (2020, 2022 & 2024) features a 10.3-inch 2000 x 1200 TFT LCD display. The display has a 5:3 aspect ratio

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 includes dual rear-facing cameras. The wide 26 mm f/2.0 lens 13-megapixel sensor, while the ultrawide f/2.2 lens has a 12-megapixel sensor; the front-facing camera uses an 8-megapixel sensor. It is capable of recording 4K video at 30 fps.

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite family has a single wide 28mm f/1.9 lens 8-megapixel sensor; the front-facing camera uses a 32mm f/2.0 lens 5-megapixel sensor. It is capable of recording FHD video at 30 fps.

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite is compatible with the S Pen, which is included in the box.

Software

The Galaxy Tab S6 Lite was supposed to be released with the same Android version and One UI version, due to it being delayed all devices are now updated with One UI 2.1 (Android 10) instead. On 18 August 2020, alongside a selection of other Samsung Galaxy devices, it was extended to 3 years of OS upgrades and 4 years of security updates. The Galaxy Tab S6 Lite 2022 shipped with Android 12 with One UI 4.1, and was extended to 4 years of OS updates and 5 years of security updates as with flagship devices sold from 2021 to 2023, mid-range devices sold from 2022 to 2024, rugged smartphones, tablets and smartwatches sold since 2021, and laptops sold since 2021. The Galaxy S6 Lite 2024 shipped with Android 14 with One UI 6.1, [5] and will receive 4 years of OS updates and 5 years of security updates like with the Galaxy S6 Lite 2022 edition. All versions of the S6 Lite include Samsung DeX. [6] So, being schedule for release in 2020, 2022 and 2024 respectively, Samsung has promised 9 years of major Android OS updates and 1 additional year of security updates for a total of 10 years worth of updates.

End of software lifecycle

As of March 2024, the Galaxy Tab S6 Lite finally supports Android 12L with One UI 4.1.1. [7] Later updates require the Tab S6 Lite 2022 edition as it first shipped with a newer version.

References

  1. "Galaxy Tab S6 Lite Tablet". Samsung us. Archived from the original on 2024-01-07. Retrieved 2025-09-24.
  2. Jacob, Krol (31 July 2019). "The Galaxy Tab S6 aims to mix productivity and fun in one 10.5-inch Android tablet". CNN .
  3. Chaim, Gartenberg (29 January 2020). "Samsung's upgraded Galaxy Tab S6 5G is the world's first 5G tablet". The Verge . Archived from the original on 20 January 2024.
  4. "Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite (2024): Style and Function in a Compact Package". news.samsung.com. Archived from the original on 2024-04-20. Retrieved 2024-04-20.
  5. "Business | Galaxy Tab S6 Lite 2024 (10.4", Wi-Fi) | SM-P620NZAEEUB". Samsung UK. Retrieved 2024-04-20.
  6. "Set up and use Samsung DeX on your Galaxy phone or tablet". Samsung Electronics America. Archived from the original on 2024-04-20. Retrieved 2024-04-20.
  7. "One UI 4.1.1 update is now rolling out for the Galaxy Tab S6 and Tab S6 Lite". SamMobile. February 28, 2024. Archived from the original on August 6, 2024. Retrieved August 30, 2024.