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Design, Dimensions and Weight
One of the first similarities in the two Tab S tablets, among many others, is their design. Available in white and black colors, both tablets feature the traditional rectangular design with perforated rears made of faux leather material. Without giving rise to any qualms, the Tab S 8.4 is smaller and more compact than the Tab S 10.5 in all aspects. It is also considerably lighter. Known for a hardware button in almost all its offerings, Samsung does not leave this out in these tablets. It is located on the bottom of the Galaxy Tab S 8.4, when it is held in portrait orientation. Similarly, when the Galaxy Tab S 10.5 is held in landscape orientation, the hardware button is situated at the bottom. This results in the top and bottom bezels to be larger in the case of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5. Additionally, the tablets comprise a power button, a memory card slot, a volume control button, an IR port, dual stereo speakers and a headset jack on either side.
Verdict: With the two tablets being exactly identical in the looks department, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S 8.4 is definitely more effortless to operate. This is because this tablet can be held more comfortably in the hand, owing to its smaller size and lesser weight.
