The tablet is one of the most versatile devices. You can use it to watch movies, send emails, browse the web or even work with documents. Of course, smartphones do the same thing. However, the screen size of the largest mobile phone still does not reach the smallest tablet.
Actual material: Tablets rating 2020.
We evaluated popular tablet models based on a variety of factors, including performance, battery life, screen quality, and price. The ratings on Yandex.Market and expert reviews of popular specialized publications such as Techradar and Techadvisor were also taken into account.
Based on all of the above factors, we have compiled a list of top ten tablets of 2018which you can buy right now.
10. Huawei Media Pad T3
The price is from 11 990 rubles.
- 9.6 ″ tablet, 1280 × 800, TFT IPS
- 16 GB internal memory, microSDXC slot, up to 128 GB
- Android 7.0, 2 GB RAM, Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 1400 MHz processor
- Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 3G, 4G LTE, GPS
- dimensions 160x230x8 mm, weight 460 g
- 5MP rear camera
- 2 megapixel front camera
- accelerometer
The device in a stylish case made of a single piece of anodized aluminum looks much more expensive than its price. The display has a resolution of 1280 × 800, which is not very impressive, but this drawback is offset by its large size. A 4800 mAh battery will be enough for a day of intensive work. GPS instantly finds satellites and does not lose them in the process. All applications (except the most demanding ones) are fast.
Cons: although the speaker is loud, but almost without low frequencies, applications can only be installed in the internal memory.
9.bb-mobile Techno MOZG 7.0 I700AJ
The price is from 5 000 rubles.
- tablet 7 ″, 1024 × 600, TFT IPS
- built-in memory 8 GB, microSDHC slot, up to 32 GB
- Android 5.1, 1 GB RAM, Intel Atom x3 C3230 1200 MHz processor
- Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 3G, GPS
- dimensions 108x188x9.2 mm, weight 283 g
- work in cell phone mode
- 2MP rear camera
- front camera 0.3 megapixels
- accelerometer
In terms of power and screen size, this device is inferior to most of the participants in our review. But for those who need internet surfing and watching TV shows from the tablet, Techno MOZG is perfect. It is equipped with a loud speaker, supports a confident 3G signal, works fast enough for most applications. In the kit there is a protective film (already glued to the screen) and a case and even a stylus.
Cons: it gets very hot, after a day of working in medium mode, charging is required (the battery is only 3000 mAh).
8. Huawei MediaPad M5 10.8 Pro
The price is from 42 990 rubles.
- tablet 10.8 ″, 2560 × 1600, TFT IPS
- built-in memory 64 GB, microSDXC slot, up to 256 GB
- Android 8.0, 4 GB RAM, HiSilicon Kirin 960 processor
- Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 3G, 4G LTE, GPS
- dimensions 171.8 × 258.7 × 7.3 mm, weight 498 g
- 13MP rear camera
- 8MP front camera
- accelerometer gyroscope
The best tablet from Chinese Huawei is equally good for both work and entertainment. It is equipped with a stylus that is sensitive to brush tilt and recognizes 4096 degrees of depression, has a fingerprint scanner, and is equipped with the latest USB Type-C connector. Separately, you can purchase a keyboard cover M5 Folio, this accessory is connected to the tablet via a magnetic connector. The sound from the stereo speakers is beyond praise, and the screen with a resolution of 2560x1600 pixels has an anti-reflective coating that allows you to read text even in bright sunshine.
Cons: high price and lack of a headphone jack, however, there is an adapter in the kit.
7. LEXAND SC7 PRO HD
Price from 4,999 rubles.
- 7 ″ tablet, 1,024 × 600
- built-in memory 8 GB, microSD slot, up to 32 GB
- Android 6.0, 1 GB RAM, MediaTek MT8321 1300 MHz processor
- Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 3G, GPS
- dimensions 108.5x186x10.5 mm, weight 270 g
- work in cell phone mode
- 3MP rear camera
- 1.3 MP front camera
- accelerometer
One of the best budget tablets that can perform, in addition to the main function, the functions of a DVR, a navigator and a mobile phone. A protective anti-glare film is already pasted on the device’s screen, Wi-Fi works smartly, and audibility during calls is excellent. The display is bright enough and responsive to touch. Out of the box there is an application "Commonwealth", which includes road maps of Russia and the CIS countries. What else do you need from an inexpensive tablet?
Cons: GPS is slow, and to avoid disappointment, do not try to shoot on the rear or front camera.
6. Lenovo Yoga Tab 3 Plus
The price is from 24 790 rubles.
- tablet 10.1 ″, 2560 × 1600, TFT IPS
- built-in memory 32 GB, microSDXC slot, up to 128 GB
- Android 6.0, 3 GB RAM, Qualcomm Snapdragon 652 1800 MHz processor
- Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 4G LTE, GPS
- dimensions 179x247x5 mm, weight 644 g
- 13MP rear camera
- 5MP front camera
- accelerometer gyroscope
This model has a sturdy aluminum stand, excellent Dolby Atmos speakers, and most importantly - a large display with a resolution of 2560 × 1600. The 9300 mAh battery allows you to forget about charging for three days, unless, of course, you are not going to use the tablet for 15 hours in a row. The Yoga Tab 3 Plus is ideal for watching videos, reading magazines, books and surfing the Internet.
Cons: easily soiled screen, on a white background at full brightness, the backlight flickers strongly.
5. Apple iPad mini 4 128Gb
Price from 28 140 rubles.
- tablet 7.85 ″, 2048 × 1536, TFT IPS
- 128 GB internal memory, without memory card slot
- iOS, 2 GB RAM, 1100 MHz Apple A8 processor
- Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC
- dimensions 135 × 203.2 × 6.1 mm, weight 304 g
- 8MP rear camera
- 1.2 MP front camera
- working time 10 h
- accelerometer gyroscope
The best 7-inch tablet at the moment is definitely the iPad mini 4. It has an excellent screen, impeccable build quality, a fingerprint scanner and NFC, and many Apple applications. You will not be disappointed if you can afford it.
Cons: a weak main camera, not to mention the front camera, iOS slows down after updates. Missing Pro features like full keyboard and pen support
4. Apple iPad Pro 10.5
Price from 44,490 rubles.
- tablet 10.5 ″, 2224 × 1668, TFT IPS
- built-in memory 64 GB, without a slot for memory cards
- iOS, 4 GB RAM, Apple A10X 2360 MHz processor
- Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
- dimensions 174.1 × 250.6 × 6.1 mm, weight 469 g
- 12MP rear camera
- 7MP front camera
- working time 10 h
- accelerometer gyroscope
This tablet is compatible with the Apple Pencil and the portable, but full-sized Smart Keyboard. And the presence of iOS 11 on board the iPad Pro 10.5 makes it a suitable replacement for an inexpensive laptop for everyday tasks. The new ProMotion screen offers an impressive level of brightness, excellent color reproduction and a refresh rate of 120 Hz. At the same time, the scope of the new product is much larger than that of the iPad Pro 9.7. Another advantage of the device is its excellent rear camera, which 90% of tablets cannot boast of.
Cons: does not support the mouse, the screen is not protected from scratches, high price.
3. Samsung Galaxy Tab S3
The price is from 32 790 rubles.
- tablet 9.7 ″, 2048 × 1536, Super AMOLED
- internal memory 32 GB, microSDXC slot
- Android 7.1, 4 GB RAM, Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 2150 MHz processor
- Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 3G, 4G LTE, GPS
- dimensions 169 × 237.3 × 6 mm, weight 429 g
- work in cell phone mode
- 13MP rear camera
- 5MP front camera
- working time (video) 12 h
- accelerometer gyroscope
This is a worthy opponent of the fourth issue in our review. Although its screen size is slightly smaller, its price is much lower, and its capabilities are no less than those of the iPad Pro 10.5. It has a USB-C port, as well as four speakers, a fingerprint scanner and a mechanical Home button. The screen has a resolution of 2048 × 1536 and supports high dynamic range (HDR).
Thanks to its fast quad-core processor, the Galaxy Tab S3 is capable of launching heavy applications. He also offers the opportunity to work with the stylus S-Pen, which comes with the kit. The resolution of the rear camera allows you to shoot photos and videos of good quality using a tablet.
Samsung’s adaptive fast charge provides a full charge in just three hours, giving you 12 hours of intensive tablet use.
Cons: the back glass cover makes the Tab S3 a “slippery type”, so don't put it on an uneven surface - it will slip.
2. MonsterPad Zebra / Leopard
The price is from 5 770 rubles.
- tablet for children 7 ″, 1024 × 600, TFT IPS
- built-in memory 8 GB, microSDHC slot, up to 32 GB
- Android 7.1, 1 GB RAM, RockChip RK3126 1200 MHz processor
- Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
- dimensions 126x197x10 mm, weight 290 g
- 2MP rear camera
- front camera 0.3 megapixels
- working time 4 hours
- accelerometer
The best children's tablet, judging by the reviews on Yandex.Market. Packed in a bright rubberized case that simulates the coloring of a zebra or leopard, respectively. A feature of the device is access to the company directory, where there are over 50 development and training applications TURBO. The presence of a slot for a memory card allows you to download many games and programs to the tablet, and parental control ensures that the child does not spend more time “sticking into the tablet” than necessary. We also note a screen that is comfortable in terms of brightness and contrast and a responsive touchscreen.
The downside is the weak rear camera. In addition, the device is quite heavy - 290 grams, and its battery is not very capacious (3000 mAh).
1. Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.1 SM-T585
The price is from 15 650 rubles.
- tablet 10.1 ″, 1920 × 1200
- 16 GB internal memory, microSDXC slot
- Android 6.0, 2 GB RAM, Samsung Exynos 7870 1600 MHz processor
- Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 3G, 4G LTE, GPS
- dimensions 155x254x8 mm, weight 525 g
- work in cell phone mode
- 8MP rear camera
- 2 megapixel front camera
- working time (video) 13 h
- accelerometer
In the ranking of tablets in 2018, this model is ahead of all competitors in user reviews. This is one of the best Android tablets to date, and it can also work as a mobile phone. So for a relatively low price you actually get a mobile phone with a huge screen. Excellent build quality, a 7300 mAh battery (which is 2-3 days of battery life), the ability to work with memory cards up to 200 Gb, a bright and responsive display make this tablet the best of 10 inch.
And playing games on it is a pleasure, even the most modern ones go without slowing down.
Cons: not the cheapest tablet. Do not expect good quality when shooting videos or taking photos. If you need superb photos, better buy one of the best camera phones of 2018.
