The content of the article:
- 7 – 8 inch tablets
- Lenovo Tab 4 8 LTE
- Huawei MediaPad T3 8 LTE
- Asus zenpad 8.0
- Lenovo Tab 4 7 Essential
- 9-10-inch tablets
- Asus zenpad 10
- Huawei MediaPad T3 10
- Lenovo Tab 4 10 LTE
After the stunning success of the iPad, everythingmore or less well-known manufacturers hit the tablets and watched the active growth of sales, until a few years later the demand began to fall. Users did not change the old models, which still coped well with their task. A noticeable part of the audience was also grabbed by smartphones with a large screen, and nevertheless, tablets continue to buy. The most popular is the budget segment, and we are often asked to recommend a model for cheap. This rating will help determine the choice.
Waiting for miracles is not necessary - Android tabletsEntry level have similar, very modest characteristics, which is enough to work with mail, social networks, videos and simple games. There are users who do not need more. Another common scenario is the purchase of an inexpensive tablet for a child, “so that it worked and was not very sorry when it smashed.” In 2019, the tablet should have at least 2 gigabytes of RAM and 16 gigabytes of internal memory. This will not suffer because of the constant brakes and lack of space, but do not count on the lightning-fast operation of the device. Having studied the range in our stores, we picked up the best options in the price range from 3000 to 5000 hryvnia. All that is below this bar is frankly slow models or dubious China, whose reliability is a big question.
</ p>7 – 8 inch tablets
</ p>Best 3G / 4G tablet: Lenovo Tab 4 8 LTE
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Our rating opens with the Lenovo Tab 4 8 with support for mobile networks and a price tag of5000 hryvniaIt can even be used as a phone (how convenient this is is another question).The device has an 8-inch screen with a 16:10 aspect ratio, a resolution of 1280×800 pixels and a density of about 189 ppi.The RAM is 2 GB, and the heart is a quad-core Snapdragon 425 processor with a frequency of 1.4 GHz and an Adreno 308 video accelerator.For everyday tasks and simple games, there is enoughThe chip won't be able to cope with heavy 3D graphics, and the performance situation of competitors is not much better.The built-in memory is 16 GB, there is a microSD card slot, instead of which you can insert a second SIM card.
Tablet pleased with high-quality frontstereo speakers, in addition, Lenovo added a Dolby application to adjust the sound. The body is plastic, the back matte panel does not slip, but easily collects prints. This is very noticeable in the black version, for use without a case the white version is better suited. The cameras are two: the rear is 5 megapixels and the front one is 2 megapixels. The battery with a capacity of 4850 mAh provides an average of 10 hours of screen activity; in the streaming mode, the device will be discharged in about 7 hours. The percentages need to be monitored, because Lenovo Tab 4 has been charging for ages (from zero to 100% in 6 hours). And when connected to a more powerful power supply, charging will not accelerate. Perhaps with such a restriction, the manufacturer wanted to extend the battery life cycle, but this is not certain. The operating system is Android 7 Nougat, no upgrade to Oreo is planned.
pros
Minuses
- loud stereo speakers
- good autonomy
- works in 3G/4G LTE networks
- low quality of shooting
- brand plastic
Lenovo Tab 4 8 LTE
Balanced Tablet with Connections
A good option for watching movies and surfing.on the Internet, thanks to the LTE modem, all this can be done even on the road. Characteristics are typical for this price category, but Lenovo Tab 4 8 LTE got extra points for a good sound.
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8 inches with LTE
</ p>Alternative: Huawei MediaPad T3 8 LTE
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In the Huawei lineup, a very similar one was found.model MediaPad T3 8 LTE. It differs mainly in design: the back part is covered by a metal plate, and the front of the tablet resembles a strongly stretched smartphone. Actually, the function of a mobile phone is also here. The speaker above the 8-inch HD-screen is loud, but it is one, and there will be no stereo effect when watching TV shows. For hardware, everything is exactly the same as Lenovo Tab 4 8: a four-core Snapdragon 425, 2 GB of RAM and a 16 GB drive. Nowhere is the microSD card slot available.
The main 5-megapixel camera does not show stars from the skyEnough, any budget smartphone of recent years takes better pictures. Front camera 2 megapixels. A 4800 mAh battery is responsible for autonomy; Huawei promises up to 11 hours of video viewing or up to 8 hours of Internet use. Instead of the standard Android 7.0 Nougat interface, there is a proprietary EMUI 5.1 shell. There are two body colors: gray with a black front panel and gold with a white “face”. Price -5000 hryvnia.
pros
Minuses
- metal in the housing
- works long
- tablet with sim card
- simple cameras
Huawei MediaPad T3 8 LTE
Looks better than it costs.
For those who do not plan to hide the tablet in the case, the Huawei MediaPad T3 8 LTE may appeal. The metal back pleasantly cools the hand and creates a feeling of a more expensive device.
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worthy alternative
</ p>Tablet without 3G / 4G: Asus ZenPad 8.0
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For those looking for a budget tablet for home use, there is absolutely no need to overpay for a built-in modem. Asus ZenPad 8.0 (Z380M) will cost4000 hryvnia, which is a thousand cheaper than competitors with a SIM card.It also received an 8-inch display with a resolution of 1280×215;800 pixels; a Full HD panel is very rare in this price category. Inside there is a quad-core MediaTek MT8163B processor with a frequency of 1.3 GHz. In terms of performance, it's comparable to the Snapdragon 425, and the Mali-T720 MP2 graphics are even slightly more powerful than the Adreno 308 in the Qualcomm chip. There are no problems with GPS, it picks up satellites quickly. RAM 2 GB, built-in 16 GB plus microSD slot. There is only one speaker, and it is of average quality. The rear 5-megapixel camera is only useful in good lighting, while the front-facing 2-megapixel camera is good for Skype calls.
The 4000 mAh battery is designed for 8hours of work in mixed mode (or approximately 10 hours of video viewing). The last 10% of the charge can go away very quickly - apparently, this is a feature of battery calibration, but this point needs to be taken into account. Charging is slow, like other models in this segment. The case is plastic, the removable back panel imitates leather. A total of three colors are available: white, dark gray and rose gold.
pros
Minuses
- long working time
- Three colors to choose from
- quality of shooting
Asus ZenPad 8.0
Cute tablet without 3G
Good choice for content consumption, snugsitting on your couch. If the user still needs mobile Internet, the network can be accessed via a smartphone, turned into an access point.
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for home
</ p>Adequate minimum: Lenovo Tab 4 7 Essential
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The cheapest tablet in our selection Lenovo Tab7 Essential (TB-7304i) is equipped with a 7-inch screen. Its resolution is not so hot - 1024×600 pixels (170 ppi). The manufacturer installed a simple, but still IPS matrix, and not a poor TN one. The quad-core MediaTek MT8735D processor with a frequency of 1.1 GHz and Mali-T720 MP2 graphics allows you to run not too heavy games. Most importantly, the top configuration meets the minimum memory requirements - 2 GB of RAM and 16 GB of internal expandable storage.
According to Lenovo, one battery charge lasts3450 mAh is enough for 10 hours of operation, but it all depends on the mode of use. A full charge takes more than four hours. The cameras are the simplest, both are 2 megapixels. Lenovo Tab 7 Essential is available only in black. The case is made of plastic, and due to the thin frames on the sides of the display, it can be used with one hand. Issue price -3400 hryvnia.
pros
Minuses
- compact size
- 3G support
- good autonomy
- low display resolution
- cameras rather for show
Lenovo Tab 4 7 Essential
Compact pick
Large smartphones hit sales hard7-inch tablets, but there is a certain demand for them. In the case of Lenovo Tab 4 7 Essential, the main thing is not to make a mistake with the version. Models with a gigabyte of RAM will be “stupid”, and you should only take the top-end 2/16 GB.
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fits in your hand
</ p>Tablets with a diagonal of 9– 10 inches
</ p>Best value for money: Asus ZenPad 10
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In the category of large tablets up to 5000 hryvniaThe most interesting is Asus ZenPad 10 (Z301M). It is equipped with a 10.1-inch IPS-matrix with good viewing angles, however, due to not the highest resolution of 1280x800 pixels, some pixelation is noticeable. On the sides of the screen are loud stereo speakers with good sound and support for DTS HD technology. Inside, the quad-core MediaTek MT8163B processor, which is already familiar to us, is used. RAM 2 GB. In our collection, this is the only model with 32 GB of internal memory instead of the usual 16 GB for this segment. Since not all applications and games allow you to transfer data to a memory card, the additional volume will be very useful.
The back panel of Asus ZenPad 10 is plastic withinteresting texture. The main 5-megapixel camera takes so-so photos, the front 2-megapixel module is fine for video calls. According to the manufacturer, the 18 Wh (4680 mAh) battery provides up to 10 hours of HD video viewing, although if you turn the display brightness to maximum, the operating time will decrease slightly. Power port - USB Type-C, charging speed is low. GPS and 5 GHz Wi-Fi are supported. The operating system is Android 7.0 Nougat with the proprietary ZenUI shell. The dimensions of the tablet are 251.77×172.17×8.95 mm and weighs 490 grams. Costs4400 hryvnia.
pros
Minuses
- the best stuffing for the money
- stereo speakers
- dual band wifi
- A Full HD screen would be nice
- budget cameras
- microSD slot without plug
Asus ZenPad 10
Big tablet for little money
Everyone wants to get the most for their money, andThe Asus ZenPad 10 offers just that. But remember that miracles do not happen: for 8 inches the HD resolution was already close, and on a 10-inch display the pixels will be even more noticeable.
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optimal choice
</ p>Alternative: Huawei MediaPad T3 10
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Huawei Tablet received 9.6-inch IPS-screen with the same resolution of 1280x800 pixels. The difference from 10.1 inches is not so big, but due to the thin frames the MediaPad T3 10 turned out to be more compact - two centimeters shorter and one centimeter below the Taiwanese competitor. But the sound advantage of the model Asus. Here is a loud speaker, but only one and not very bass. The location in the center of the bottom face is also not the best. While watching a movie on the couch, you can accidentally close it.
The heart of the Huawei MediaPad T3 10 became permanentfour-core Snapdragon processor 425. There are 2 GB of RAM, a 16 GB drive and a slot for microSD cards up to 128 GB. The rear 5-megapixel camera is needed only if there is no smartphone at hand. 2 megapixel front-facing module.
The back panel is metal, with plasticinsert for antennas on top. Behind it is a 4800 mAh battery; a full charge will last for about 9 hours of video viewing. Charging is not the fastest and takes over four hours. The easiest way would be to connect to an outlet at night. Operating system - Android 7.0 with EMUI 5.1 shell. Huawei MediaPad T3 10 will cost4500 hryvnia.
pros
Minuses
- smaller than 10-inch models
- metal back
- good autonomy
- low screen resolution
- location of the speaker
- camera quality
Huawei MediaPad T3 10
Big, but not too much
Huawei MediaPad T3 10 visually smaller models with10.1-inch screen, while the user practically loses nothing - at 9.6 inches is also convenient to watch videos and read news. The manufacturer missed only the speaker, placing it in a not very convenient place.
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alternative
</ p>More expensive, but with 3G / LTE: Lenovo Tab 4 10 LTE
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When traveling, a tablet withsupport for 3G and 4G networks. If we do not take into account the masterpieces of small Chinese factories, only the Samsung Galaxy Tab E 9.6 fits into our budget, the remains of which are sold for 4,700 hryvnia. The 2015 model with 1.5/8 GB of memory on Android 4.4 KitKat is suitable only for the most undemanding users, and for something more modern you will have to pay extra. The LTE version of Huawei MediaPad T3 10, for example, costs 5,500 hryvnia. Another interesting option is Lenovo Tab 4 10 LTE 16 GB for5700 hryvnia. It also has a 32 GB version for6000 hryvnia.
Lenovo Tab 4 10 supplied 10.1-inch display 1200×800 pixels. In terms of filling, everything is standard: Snapdragon 425, 2 GB of RAM and cameras of 5 and 2 megapixels. Front stereo speakers are located above the display, and thanks to a battery with a capacity of as much as 7000 mAh, the tablet will work on average three hours more than the Huawei model. Support for 5 GHz Wi-Fi was not delivered. Lenovo does not spoil us with thin frames; the typical dimensions are 247x171x8.3 mm. The device weighs 505 grams.
pros
Minuses
- good frontal speakers
- powerful battery
- built-in modem
- low screen resolution
- simple cameras
- slightly over budget
Lenovo Tab 4 10 LTE
10-inch tablet with LTE, which is not a shame
The most autonomous model on our list, but alsothe dearest. Among the tablets up to 5,000 hryvnia, there were no decent options with support for mobile networks. If you're lucky, during the sales Lenovo Tab 4 10 LTE will be able to grab at a more interesting price.
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a little more expensive