Update: This very popular Frontpage Deal is still available.
Samsung has for
EPP & EDU Members: 11" Samsung Galaxy Tab A11+ WiFi Tablet on sale
from $124.99 when you follow the instructions below.
Shipping is free or choose free Best Buy store pickup where available.
Thanks to community member
mrm16 for finding this deal.
Deal Instructions:- Visit the Samsung Discount Program and check eligibility. If eligible, sign in or create an account.
- Visit 11" Samsung Galaxy Tab A11+ WiFi Tablet and add choice of storage / color to cart.
- Your total should match the above pricing after EDU/EPP savings. Shipping is free or choose free Best Buy store pickup where available.
Specs:- 11" 1920x1200 90Hz TFT LCD Display
- MediaTek MT8775 Processor
- 6GB / 8GB RAM
- 128GB / 256GB Storage
- 8MP Rear + 5MP Front Cameras
- 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4GHz & 5GHz) WiFi + Bluetooth 5.3
- 1.06-lbs
- Android 16
Top Comments
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That really depends on how you plan to use it. 6 GB is fine if you sit there using just a few apps at a time for hours. 8 GB is better if you like to flip between a dozen or two apps during that time. The 6 GB can do it, but eventually it'll run out of memory and will auto-close the oldest app. And it'll take longer when you switch to that app.
The bigger issue I think is 128 GB of storage. We're approaching the point where just the OS and the apps most people install will eat up over half of that. Add in some pictures, videos, music, and you will hit 128 GB pretty quickly. Granted you are less likely to add those to a tablet. But if any of your apps use a large cache (my mom's messaging app keeps all the pics and videos her friends send her in cache), you'll be better off with the 256 GB. The industry really should've switched to 256 GB as the default minimum within the last couple years. But they've been dragging their feet because of the sky high memory prices.
Sigh. California has this wonderful thing where you have to pay sales tax on the normal retail price of what you buy. If something is normally $1000, and you find a fantastic deal on it for $300, you still have to pay tax on $1000. Yes it sucks. Yes it contradicts everything about economics (the value of the taxable transaction is the amount of money exchanged, not some made-up value at which no transaction would occur). Don't let what happened to Californians happen to you. Stay vigilant so you can catch wind if your legislators propose anything like it, and fight them tooth and nail over it.
Community Reviews
Samsung Galaxy Tab A11+ is a budget 11-inch Android tablet that stands out for its low EPP and EDU pricing, 7 years of software updates, and expandable storage. The 128GB model is the sweet spot for many, while the 256GB version adds more headroom for memory and storage longevity. The tablet is described as fine for streaming, YouTube, and light home use, and the 5G version is useful for SIM swapping without burning hotspot data. Caveats include sluggish performance on the base model, a lower-end processor than some expected, and occasional checkout or eligibility glitches that can push the price back up.
The deal can produce a much lower checkout price when discounts and Samsung rewards stack correctly.
The tablet can be bundled with Galaxy Buds 3 FE for a combined price that stays competitive versus buying separately.
The AAA membership route can show a detailed cart breakdown with an estimated total well below the starting subtotal.
The EDU/EPP path can be workable by using a school email obtained through community college enrollment.
Samsung checkout can change the EDU/EPP price after entering credit card information, preventing the lower price from being replicated.
The WiFi variant may use a different processor than expected, which can affect performance expectations.
The base 128GB model can feel sluggish and may crash occasionally, which can be tied to lower RAM.
Samsung may charge a restocking fee even when the tablet is returned unopened.
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Current students have student id. Former students get NetID.
The edu email is actually gmail but the login is through NetID. I remember years ago, I received a post card to remind me to register for the edu account as an alumni. It was optional. I am glad I did it.
TLDR: a few people seem to be getting really stuck in the weeds regarding a bunch of what-if hypotheticals.
The Samsung Galaxy Tab A11+ (typically under $200) is a superior budget media and gaming device, while the Tab S10 Lite (around $260-$300) is better for productivity and note-taking due to its included S Pen, brighter display, and slightly stronger GPU.
Key Comparisons
Performance: The A11+ features the MediaTek Dimensity 7300, which actually outperforms the S10 Lite's Exynos 1380 in everyday multitasking and gaming (e.g., Fortnite runs smoother on the A11+).
Display: Both are 11-inch LCDs with 90Hz refresh rates, but the S10 Lite is brighter (600 nits vs. 480 nits) and has a slightly higher resolution (2112 x 1320 vs. 1920 x 1200).
The S Pen: The S10 Lite includes the S Pen in the box, making it the clear choice for drawing or studying. The A11+ does not support an active stylus.
Battery: The S10 Lite has a larger 8,000 mAh battery compared to the A11+'s 7,040 mAh battery, though the A11+ is highly energy-efficient.
Features: The A11+ includes a 3.5mm headphone jack and quad speakers, whereas the S10 Lite only has dual speakers but features pogo pins for physical keyboard cases.
Which to Choose?
Get the Galaxy Tab A11+ if your primary use cases are media consumption, YouTube, and light gaming. It offers better processing power and value for the price.
Get the Galaxy Tab S10 Lite if you need a stylus for creative work, want a slightly brighter and higher-resolution screen, or prefer to attach official keyboard cases.
For a closer look at the gaming and everyday multitasking performance between these two budget tablets:
Samsung Galaxy Tab A11+ vs. S10 Lite: Don't Waste Your Money! [youtu.be]
https://share.google/aimode/rqDGGsTo95KJ9ZA
https://youtu.be/9QyaWJoy3sQ?is=
I also bought the wifi variant thinking it runs on 7300 but did some more research. I'll still test the MT8775 variant to see if it's sufficient for my usage. Just fyi.
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Order Summary
Subtotal
$299.99
Shipping
Free
Taxes
$8.12
Total Savings
- $175.00
Grand Total
$133.11
After cash back
$93.11
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