Samsung Galaxy Book 10" tablet model: SM-W620NZKBXAC

Quick Description
More versatile than most tablets, it's capable of acting as a laptop replacement and is well-suited to productivity on the go. Another thing I like about it: it comes bundled with its keyboard cover and stylus.
It won't impress with raw performance, but it sounds like a great fit for the Road Warrior on a budget or the student.
Other Considerations
Here are a few things about this tablet which could come as a surprise. For each point, you will find how to fix it (if it's an issue) and how much to budget for it. Not every point below will be a concern, but hopefully, we can keep your surprises to a minimum.
Frequently Discounted. This device gets discounted on a regular basis (51.07% of the time to be exact).
Dongle-Dependant. This tablet has no regular USB port. So, in order to plug most USB peripherals, you will need an adapter of some kind. Those are sometimes included but not always and can result in hefty expenses. $10-$120
Available at 10 locations, from $490
Based on 562 days of observation, the Samsung Galaxy Book 10" tablet usually costs ~$900 in Canada. The lowest price on record for this tablet is $352.87. If you were waiting for this tablet to drop in price, this could be the day you were waiting for.
Scroll down to find charts comparing the Samsung Galaxy Book 10" tablet to similar devices, to see how well it runs your favorite apps and to find where it can be bought from.
Pricing
History
Here's how this device has been priced up to now:
Here are a few Canadian retailers who currently sell this product:
- Get it Open Box, from eBay for US$370.12, Online Only Last price check: 2019-02-18 04:18:12, EST
- Get it New, from Samsung for US$604.29, Online Only Last price check: 2019-02-14 18:25:31, EST
- Get it New, from Costco for US$604.29, Online Only Last price check: 2019-02-14 18:22:43, EST
- Get it New, from Walmart for US$679.82, Online Only Last price check: 2019-02-18 04:03:13, EST
- Get it New, from Visions Electronics for US$679.83, In-Stores Only Last price check: 2019-02-15 10:38:44, EST
- Get it New, from Staples for US$679.83, Online Only Last price check: 2019-02-17 12:29:15, EST
- Get it New, from Best Buy for US$679.83, Online Only Last price check: 2019-02-17 12:29:39, EST
- Get it New, from Tiger Direct for US$741.77, Online Only Last price check: 2019-02-18 04:23:35, EST
- Get it New, from Newegg for US$755.59, Online Only Last price check: 2019-02-17 12:30:13, EST
- Get it New, from Mike's Computer Shop for US$757.85, Online Only Last price check: 2019-02-15 10:47:00, EST
- New from Amazon for US$604.29, has been Out of Stock for 2 days Last price check: 2019-02-17 12:39:05, EST
Specs
Here's how the Samsung Galaxy Book 10" tablet ranks compared to similar devices. The more stars there are, the better (except for the price row).
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The Meaty details
The Specs
The features
- Back-Facing Camera
- Webcam / Front-Facing Camera / Selfie Cam
- Touch Screen
- USB 3.1
- Built-in Microphone
- Built-in Speakers
- Bluetooth 4
- USB Type-C
- 3.5mm Stereo jack
- Wi-Fi a
- Wi-Fi ac
- Wi-Fi b
- Wi-Fi g
- Wi-Fi n
- Fixed storage: Solid State (very fast)
- Micro SD Storage Expansion
- Pressure-Sensitive Stylus
- Built-In Keyboard
Repair / Upgrade Options
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Battery Replacement | 2/10 | A specialist might be able to help you |
Memory Upgrade | 0/10 | Can't be repaired or updated |
Data Storage | 4/10 | Can be extended but not replaced |
Graphics Upgrade | 0/10 | Can't be repaired or updated |
What it's capable of
Here are the tasks this computer can handle and how easily it'll breeze through it. A 5-star rating means it should handle the task at a professional level, a 1-star rating means it can do it, but it likely won't be a pleasant experience.
Activities it will handle
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Web & Communication
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3D and CAD
The basics
Programs, Apps and Games it will handle
Activity ratings are good but sometimes, you want to be absolutely sure your next purchase will be able to run a specific piece of software.
A 1 star rating means the program'll be usable (according to the developer's own definition; some are more demanding than others); 3 stars mean recommended specs are met with this device; 5 stars will means you will have plenty of overhead to handle uncommon uses of that program like mods, plug-ins and more.
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Pricing Accuracy
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