Repair parts Samsung Galaxy Tab S11
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Give Your Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 a Second Life! 🤩 Replacement Parts Guide
Hello, tech enthusiasts and DIY handymen! You've got a Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 in your hands, one of the most powerful and spectacular tablets on the market. But, let's be honest, accidents happen. An unfortunate drop, a battery that no longer performs as it used to... Don't panic! At iLevante.com, we believe such an incredible device doesn't deserve to be replaced for a small mishap. It deserves to be repaired.
This article is your command centre. Here you'll find everything you need to know about spare parts for your Tab S11. We don't just give you the parts; we give you the knowledge to make the right choice. Let's dive into the guts of this technological marvel!
Meet the Beast: Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 and S11 Ultra
Before we open it up, let's appreciate what we're about to repair. The Tab S11 series comes in two main sizes which, although they share technology, use different sized parts:
- Galaxy Tab S11 (Standard): With its impressive 11.0-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X screen (model SM-X730 Wi-Fi / SM-X736 5G) and a robust 8,400 mAh battery.
- Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra: The colossal 14.6-inch beast (model SM-X930 Wi-Fi / SM-X936 5G) powered by a massive 11,600 mAh battery.
Both models feature an "Armor Aluminum" chassis and IP68 water resistance. This is fantastic for daily use, but as we'll see, it's a key challenge for repair.
The Broken Screen Dilemma: Your Replacement Options 🤯
It's the star replacement part and the most dreaded. A cracked screen, one with spots, or one that doesn't respond to touch, is the most common problem. But not all replacement screens are created equal. At iLevante.com, we offer various qualities, and transparency is our motto. Here’s the technical breakdown:
The Screen Glossary: OEM vs. OLED vs. INCELL vs. TFT
- OEM (Original) Screens: Identical to the one that came with your tablet. Same Dynamic AMOLED 2X technology, same vibrant colours, same pure blacks and, crucially, same compatibility with the fingerprint sensor. It's the premium option.
- OLED (Aftermarket) Screens: A very high-quality alternative. They use the same base technology (Organic Light Emitting Diode), which means you get those perfect blacks (each pixel turns off) and efficient battery consumption, especially with dark mode.
- INCELL Screens: Here we enter LCD territory. "Incell" is an advanced LCD technology where the touch layer is integrated into the glass, making it thinner than old LCDs. It's a much cheaper option to restore functionality, but the image quality is inferior (blacks will be greyish) and it consumes more battery.
- TFT Screens: The most basic and cheapest option. It's a standard LCD technology, functional, but you'll notice a significant difference in colours, brightness, and viewing angles compared to your original AMOLED.
⚠️ Attention, Technician! The Fingerprint Sensor Trap
This is the most important technical tip we'll give you: Your Tab S11 has the fingerprint sensor UNDER the screen. This sensor (whether optical or ultrasonic) works by "seeing" through the layers of the panel.
BE AWARE! INCELL and TFT (LCD) technology screens ARE NOT COMPATIBLE with the in-display fingerprint sensor.
It's not that the part is faulty; it's a limitation of the technology. The backlight of an LCD panel interferes and prevents the sensor from reading your fingerprint. Therefore, if you want to keep your fingerprint unlock functionality, you must choose an OLED or OEM quality screen. If you choose Incell or TFT, you are accepting (in exchange for a big saving) that you will go back to unlocking your tablet with a pattern or PIN.
| Technology | Image Quality | Battery Consumption | Fingerprint Sensor Works |
|---|---|---|---|
| AMOLED (Original/OEM) | Excellent (Pure Blacks) | Low (with dark mode) | Yes (Fully) |
| OLED (Aftermarket) | Very Good (Almost identical) | Low | Yes (Usually) |
| INCELL / TFT (LCD) | Inferior (Greyish blacks) | High (requires backlight) | NO |
Your Battery (EB-BX736ABE): When and How to Replace It 🔋
The second part that suffers the most is the battery. Over time, charging cycles degrade its capacity. For the 8,400 mAh Galaxy Tab S11 (SM-X730), the part number you're looking for is EB-BX736ABE. Having this code is golden to ensure compatibility (the official Service Pack is GH82-38270A).
Is My Battery Faulty?
- Obvious symptom: The battery life is laughable. You charged it to 100% and after an hour of watching videos, it's already calling for help.
- Erratic symptom: It suddenly switches off when it still showed 20% or 30%.
- Dangerous symptom: 💥 SWELLING! If you notice the screen is lifting at the edges, or you see light "blotches" on the panel as if something is pushing from within, your battery is swollen. STOP USING IT AND REPLACE THAT BATTERY NOW. It's a fire hazard.
The Secret of OEM (No-Logo) Batteries
At iLevante.com you'll see "OEM" batteries. What does that mean? Original Equipment Manufacturer. Samsung doesn't make its own batteries; it orders millions of them from a specialised manufacturer. That manufacturer produces the EB-BX736ABE battery.
Part of that production run goes to Samsung (who puts their logo on it) and another part goes to the replacement parts market, without the logo. When you buy an OEM battery, you are buying the identical part to the original, from the same factory, but without the extra cost of the Samsung logo. It's the smart buy!
The Replacement Part You Should NOT Buy: The Back Cover
Let's be clear! If your tablet has taken a knock and the aluminium chassis is bent, you might think "I'll just buy a back cover and that's it". WRONG!
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S11, due to its "Armor Aluminum" chassis and its IP68 seal, is a sealed unit. IT DOES NOT OPEN FROM THE BACK!
The "back cover" is actually the entire chassis of the device. Replacing it involves a complete transplant of EVERY internal component (motherboard, battery, speakers, everything...). While we do sell the replacement chassis (in its original Grey and Silver colours), this is one of the most complex, expert-level repairs that exists.
Repair Guide 🛠️: The Challenge of Opening From the Screen
This brings us to the most crucial point of any repair on the Tab S11. To change ANYTHING (the battery, the charging port, the speakers), you first have to do the hardest part:
REMOVE THE AMOLED SCREEN!
The tablet is designed to be opened from the front. The screen is glued to the frame with an incredibly strong adhesive (to guarantee the IP68 rating). The risk of breaking the screen (even if it was fine) during the opening process is high if you don't have the right tools and patience.
Super-Basic Steps (The Real Procedure)
- Heat, heat: You will need a heat gun or a heating mat to soften the adhesive around the entire perimeter of the screen.
- Pry: Using a strong suction cup and thin plastic picks, you will gradually cut through that adhesive, being very careful not to insert the pick too far and damage components.
- Disconnect: Once the screen lifts (like a book), you will disconnect its delicate flex cable from the motherboard.
- The Mid-Plate: You're not there yet! You will see a plastic or metal cover protecting the motherboard and battery. Get ready to remove screws. On similar models like the Tab S7, there were over 30 screws!
- Battery First!: A technician's golden rule. Before touching anything else, disconnect the battery to avoid short circuits.
- Replace and Seal: Now you can change the faulty component (battery, charging port, etc.) and repeat the process in reverse. You will need new screen frame adhesive to seal it correctly.
The 4 Most-Wanted Spare Parts (Besides Screen and Battery)
At iLevante.com, we have everything. These are the components that fail most often, apart from the two main ones:
1. USB-C Charging Port (Daughterboard / Sub-board)
It's the most common mechanical failure. From so much plugging and unplugging, the port becomes loose. Symptoms: "I have to wiggle the cable for it to charge," "it charges slowly," or it doesn't transfer data to DeX. Luckily, on the Tab S11 this port is usually on a modular board (daughterboard) connected by a flex cable, so it doesn't require soldering.
2. Speakers (Quad Speaker System)
Your tablet has four! But a knock or moisture can make one sound distorted, tinny, or simply not work at all. They are individual, replaceable modules.
3. Cameras (Rear 13MP / Front 12MP)
Although it's rare, a direct hit can break the sensor. If the camera app closes by itself, photos come out blurry or with spots, a new camera module is the solution.
4. Flex Cables (Your Tablet's Nerves)
Inside your tablet, there are thin orange "ribbons" that connect everything: the main flex (connecting the charging board to the main board), the flex for the volume/power buttons, etc. It's very easy to tear one of these during a repair. Don't worry, we have those too!
Broken Hardware or Software Bug? (Save Money 💡)
One last tip from a technician! Sometimes, your tablet behaves as if a component is broken, but the problem is 100% software. The Tab S11 runs on Android 16 and One UI 8, and updates sometimes bring unexpected "gifts".
- Battery Drain Post-Update: Did the battery start to fail JUST after an update? It's likely corrupt cache files.
- "Ghost Touch": The screen goes crazy and presses things on its own. This is often a One UI bug!
- Random Reboots: This could be a serious software conflict.
The Technician's Fix: The "Wipe Cache Partition"
Before buying a new battery, try this: reboot into Recovery Mode (with the tablet off and connected to a PC, hold Volume Up + Power). In the menu that appears, use the volume buttons to select "Wipe Cache Partition" and confirm with the power button. This process DOES NOT delete your personal data! And it fixes 90% of post-update battery problems.
To be 100% sure, use the "Samsung Members" app (pre-installed on your tablet), go to the "Support" section and tap "Diagnostics". Run a test on the battery, touchscreen, and charging port. If the Samsung app itself says the hardware is failing, it's time to shop at iLevante.com!
Your Trusted Workshop: iLevante.com
Whether you need that OLED screen to keep your fingerprint sensor, the OEM EB-BX736ABE battery, or that small charging port flex cable, at iLevante.com you have all the replacement parts, tools, and adhesives for your Samsung Galaxy Tab S11.
Explore our catalogue, arm yourself with patience, and get stuck into that repair! 💪
