Samsung Tablet Screen Repair UK: Galaxy Tab Costs 2026
Cracked Galaxy Tab screen? UK repair costs from £49-£499 depending on model. Expert tablet repair with genuine Samsung displays and 27-month warranty.
Updated January 28, 2026
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Verified February 2026
Cracked Galaxy Tab screen? Whether it's a flagship Tab S9 or a budget Tab A, here's what tablet screen repair costs in the UK, how long it takes, and when it makes sense to repair vs replace.
Book Tablet Screen Repair · From £49Book nowGalaxy Tab Display Technology
Samsung tablets use different display technologies depending on the tier:
- Tab S series: Super AMOLED or Dynamic AMOLED (premium)
- Tab A series: LCD or TFT (budget-friendly)
- Tab S Ultra: Largest tablet displays Samsung makes
AMOLED tablets cost more to repair but offer superior colour, contrast, and battery efficiency. LCD tablets are cheaper to repair but the display quality difference is noticeable.
Tab S Series Repair
| Model | Screen Size | Repair Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Tab S10 Ultra | 14.6" | £499 |
| Tab S10+ | 12.4" | £399 |
| Tab S9 Ultra | 14.6" | £479 |
| Tab S9+ | 12.4" | £369 |
| Tab S9 | 11" | £339 |
| Tab S8 Ultra | 14.6" | £429 |
| Tab S8+ | 12.4" | £399 |
| Tab S8 | 11" | £119 |
Tab A Series Repair
| Model | Screen Size | Repair Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Tab A9+ | 11" | £79 |
| Tab A9 | 8.7" | £79 |
| Tab A8 | 10.5" | £79 |
| Tab A7 | 10.4" | £69 |
UK Repair Costs Summary
Galaxy Tab screen repair typically costs:
- Tab S10 series: £369-499 (Dynamic AMOLED displays)
- Tab S9 series: £179-479 (AMOLED displays)
- Tab S8 series: £119-429 (AMOLED displays)
- Tab A series: £49-79 (LCD displays)
S Pen After Screen Repair
S Pen support is built into the display digitiser layer. With genuine Samsung replacement screens:
- S Pen functionality works exactly as before
- Pressure sensitivity is properly calibrated
- Palm rejection works correctly
- Latency matches original specifications
Aftermarket Tablet Screens
Aftermarket tablet screens often have S Pen issues - poor pressure sensitivity, incorrect palm rejection, or S Pen not working at all. For tablets with S Pen support, genuine screens are essential.
Repair vs Replace
The repair vs replace decision depends on your tablet's value:
- Tab S9 (£699+ new): Repair at £339 is clearly worthwhile
- Tab S8 (£549+ new): Repair at £119 makes sense
- Tab A9 (£249 new): £79 repair is excellent value
- Tablets 4+ years old: Compare repair cost to used replacement value
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Different rather than harder. Tablets have larger screens with more adhesive to manage, and the components are spread across a bigger area. However, there's usually more room to work. The main challenge is sourcing quality replacement screens for all models.
Yes, with genuine Samsung screens. The S Pen digitiser is integrated into the display assembly - genuine replacements include properly calibrated digitiser layers. Aftermarket screens may have S Pen issues or not support it at all.
For Tab S7/S8/S9 series, usually yes - these are premium tablets worth repairing. For Tab A series or older Tab S models (S6 and earlier), compare repair cost to replacement value. If repair exceeds 50% of a comparable used tablet's price, consider upgrading.
Yes, the screen and keyboard connector are separate components. Screen repair doesn't affect the keyboard Book Cover functionality. If both are damaged, we can assess and quote for each repair separately.
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