Should I root my Tab A7?

[gnome735]

I want to root my tablet or install a custom ROM on it. I have a few reasons for it:

Better performance

Better security

More features

More specifically:

I don't want to have to turn on power saving mode to have reasonable speed on my tablet.

I want to have better gaming performance since that is what I use this tablet for.

Should I do it? I don't really know if Knox will be necessary for my use case. I don't know if the resale value of my tablet will go down if I trip Knox, so responses are appreciated!

[Your_mom_is_Gay]

You can if you want too! Do What you want to do

[BunnyPad]

Well, you first need 'developer options' enabled. After you enable that, check for "oem unlocking". If that's there, you're in luck, because you can root/cROM the tablet. If it's not there, then you've hit a deadstop, because bootloader unlocking is required for custom romming.

[gnome735]

It is here!

[BunnyPad]

Two things that should be noted:
- Unlocking the bootloader will erase all the data on your tab, including all the data that's on the internal storage. So, make sure that you have taken a complete backup of all your important data.
- Flashing a custom binary (such as a Magisk-patched TAR will trip the KNOX counter. Your device's official warranty will be void once KNOX is tripped.

I can provide you the XDA Forums link but ONLY IF YOU ARE ABSOLUTELY SURE you want to continue with rooting the tablet.

[gnome735]

Before I continue, I want a few questions answered:
1. Is there any way to go back to stock firmware in case I need to give away my tablet?
2. Does rooting also trip Knox?

[BunnyPad]

Rooting trips knox, yes.
And there is a way to return to near-stock but you'll never restore knox without replacing the board.

[gnome735]

My tablet is already more than 2 years old, so warranty isn't an issue, and I'm pretty sure knox won't matter if this tablet is used for entertainment. Thanks for the help!

[BunnyPad]

https://xdaforums.com/t/guide-sm-t500-t505-galaxy-tab-a7-10-4-unlock-bootloader-root-with-magisk.418...

These guys are great for Android support and I often look here when I can't find a solution to issues with any of my phones.

[gnome735]

Does knox affect face recognition?