Tablet rating

The demand for tablets has not weakened over the years. To support it, manufacturers are constantly improving technology. How to choose the optimal device model and what should you pay attention to when choosing?

Tablet selection criteria

Having decided to purchase a tablet, you should consider certain criteria before purchasing:

1. Budget. Tablets can cost 5–7 thousand, or 50 thousand or more. But this kind of mathematics will not help here - one expensive one does not equal 5 cheap ones. Look at any review of premium devices, compare the characteristics with the budget option and understand that they are not interchangeable.
2. Manufacturer. If you think that when buying a model from a well-known manufacturer, you are only paying for the brand, then this is not entirely true. Of course, this costs money, but on the other hand, by purchasing a device from a leader, you have the opportunity to be the first to take advantage of modern developments. Less famous manufacturers will also have all these same functions, but later.
3. Performance. You shouldn't chase the number of cores and hertz.Firstly, judging by comparative testing, their high value is not always an indicator of high performance. And secondly, why overpay for power if you plan to work with documents.

Other parameters are subjective when choosing.

Rating of the best inexpensive tablets 2018–2019

Below are the best models in the budget segment.

Lenovo Tab 4 TB-7504X (average price 9,500)

An option when you get a good device without overpaying for the brand. Thanks to the unusual 16:9 aspect ratio and seven-inch screen, it is well suited for surfing the net and working with documents. At the same time, during operation the eyes do not get too tired; more text is displayed on the screen. There are models on the market with different amounts of RAM – 1 and 2 GB.

Pros of the model:

• an easy-to-read screen that won’t tire your eyes;
• precise GPS positioning;
• support for multi-user mode;
• work in all LTE bands.

Minuses:

• the case is plastic, gets dirty quickly;
• charges slowly.

HUAWEI Mediapad T3 8.0 (Average price 10,033)

A beautiful tablet with an 8-inch IPS screen - optimal for watching movies, surfing the Internet, and playing games. The screen, despite the low resolution - 1280x80, is of quite good quality. Has excellent color rendition. The picture is customizable. It fits comfortably in the hand, thin, not heavy - weight 350 g.

Pros:

• attractive, ergonomic design;
• the presence of a mode that protects vision;
• good performance;
• long battery life.

Minuses:

• Screen brightness is not automatic;
• dirty body.

Digma CITI 1903 4G (Average price RUB 7,998)

An affordable, successful model, it is in demand among older people who do not have special requirements.Saturated picture, no distortion. It has a powerful battery, two SIM cards support 4G LTE networks. There are two speakers and two cameras on the body. High-quality assembly, pleasant to the touch coating.

Pros:

• affordable price;
• no unnecessary programs;
• holds a charge for a long time;
• has high transmission speed over 4G.

Minuses:

• poor sound quality of speakers;
• dull plastic display;
• unattractive design.

The best mid-price tablets

Those who want more features and better performance should look at mid-priced models.

Lenovo Tab 4 Plus TB-8704X (Average price RUB 16,690)

The manufacturer is positioned as a universal, family tablet. Using the multi-user mode, you can save the settings, accounts, cookies of all family members. Sufficient memory for games and serious work. Suitable even for the little ones, thanks to the silicone protection of the case and screen filter.

Pros:

• large amount of memory, thanks to which you can play any games;
• special children's regime;
• supports multiple profiles;
• good stereo sound.

Minuses:

• slow charge;
• slippery body;
• There is no color temperature setting.

Samsung GALAXY Tab A (Average price RUB 14,090)

A universal model that is ready to perform almost any task - built-in 3G and 4G modules allow you to connect to the global network. The presence of GLONASS and GPS implies the use of the device as a navigator.

Pros:

• charging lasts for 14 hours;
• can be used as a PowerBank;
• good camera.

Minuses:

• not the most powerful hardware;
• no fingerprint scanner;
• overpaying for the brand.

HUAWEI MediaPad M3 Lite 8.0 (Average price RUB 15,313)

The tablet looks impressive and is pleasant to hold in your hands. The build quality is decent. Equipped with an 8-inch IPS screen. Color rendition is good, brightness margin. The device is suitable for comfortable video viewing. Excellent sound capabilities. With the help of modules, you can use it as a navigator.

Advantages:

• high-quality, deep sound;
• fast data transfer;
• work in all LTE bands.

Flaws:

• one user mode;
• “heavy” games don’t work.

Best Premium Tablets 2019

Models for those who prefer the best.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 (Average price RUB 33,950)

The manufacturer positions this model as a universal tablet for entertainment and work. Equipped with a 9.7″ touch screen, 32 GB of memory and LTE communication. It has an 8-core processor and a powerful graphics adapter. This ensures that all applications run smoothly. The battery holds a charge for 10 hours, support for 400 hours.

Advantages of the model:

• supports wireless communication in 3G and 4G modes;
• can be used as a smartphone;
• supports two or more applications simultaneously;
• Possibility of memory expansion up to 128 GB.

Minuses:

• no fast charging;
• inconvenient speaker placement.

Apple iPad Pro 10.5 (Average price RUB 57,550)

Probably the most “advanced” tablet in our rating. Even those who are not adherents of the Apple company admit that it is perfect. Many modern laptops simply pale in comparison.

They put the most powerful “brains” into it, equipped it with an ideal screen with DCI-P3 color gamut and excellent cameras. The performance of the built-in chip will be enough to solve any problems for a long time. 120Hz display updates – movies and clips look real.Four speakers are built into the case, and there is a mechanical port for connecting additional devices.

Advantages:

• highest performance;
• picture quality;
• camera with flash;
• mechanical port for additional devices;
• work in any LTE bands.

Flaws:

• The camera lens protrudes greatly;
• no protection against moisture.

Of course, in addition to the tablets presented in the article, there are dozens more worthy copies on the market. But it is the described models, according to Yandex.Market, that are in demand and popular among users.

Only you can decide which model to choose. Choose a device according to your personal needs, do not fall for the tricks of marketers.