11 most powerful tablets
A tablet is a full-fledged mobile computer. Therefore, to cope with any tasks, whether it be watching movies, playing on the go or even working, it must be powerful. We have collected 11 of the most productive tablets that can become an excellent "companion" and "assistant" in any business.
Rating of the most powerful tablets
Nomination | a place | Name of product | price |
The most powerful tablets on Android | 1 | Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 9.7 SM-T825 LTE 32Gb | 33 990 ₽ |
2 | Lenovo Tab 4 TB-X704L 64Gb | 21 990 ₽ | |
3 | Huawei MediaPad M3 8.4 64Gb LTE | 21 900 ₽ | |
4 | Lenovo Yoga Tab 3 10 Plus X703L 32Gb LTE | 23 999 ₽ | |
5 | Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 SM-T819 LTE 32Gb | 28 990 ₽ | |
The most powerful tablets on Windows | 1 | Microsoft Surface Pro 5 i7 16Gb 512Gb | 133 500 ₽ |
2 | Dell Latitude 5285 i7-7600U 16Gb 512Gb WiFi | - | |
3 | Lenovo Miix 520 12 i7 8550U 16Gb 1Tb LTE | - | |
4 | Lenovo Yoga Book YB1-X91L 64Gb | 39 507 ₽ | |
Apple's most powerful tablets | 1 | Apple iPad Pro 12.9 512Gb Wi-Fi + Cellular | 78 990 ₽ |
2 | Apple iPad Air 2 64Gb Wi-Fi + Cellular | 47 990 ₽ |
The most powerful tablets on Android
Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 9.7 SM-T825 LTE 32Gb
Rating: 4.9
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 9.7 SM-T825 LTE 32Gb tablet takes a leading position due to its high performance, powerful components and AMOLED screen.
Short Review: Inexpressible image clarity provides a resolution of 2048x1536. The display size of 9.7 inches is made on technology AMOLED and supports input from the stylus. Thanks to him, the highest image quality is achieved. To ensure easy browsing on the web and work with files, a 4: 3 screen format is presented. The tablet is suitable for viewing high-quality multimedia, and 4 stereo speakers with AKG tuned create clear and surround sound. The Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 processor with 4 gigabytes of RAM and 32 gigabytes of memory on the internal storage device causes fast and high-quality gadget work, it perfectly cope with the work of several applications simultaneously . There is a slot for a microSD card on which you can store the necessary information.
Virtues
- Support for input from the included stylus;
- AMOLED-screen, providing excellent color reproduction and high resolution;
- Mobile Internet; Ability to use as a phone;
disadvantages
- Small memory;
- The back panel is very fragile and slips in the hands;
- Limited firmware functionality.
Lenovo Tab 4 TB-X704L 64Gb
Rating: 4.8
Short Review: The powerful Lenovo Tab 4 TB-X704L tablet has a 10.1 inch screen with a resolution of Full HD + (1920x1200) on an IPS matrix. The Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 processor, which has 8 cores and 4 gigabytes of RAM, makes for a fast gadget that perfectly supports multiple applications. It has 64 gigabytes of internal memory on the internal drive, but due to the installation of the software, the user has access to a little less. A slot for microSD is also present.
Access to the network is provided through the mobile Internet 4G, but the tablet is not able to work as a phone. Built-in rechargeable battery at 7000 mAh allows active operation up to 13 hours.
Also, the device is equipped with a fairly good main and front cameras for 8 and 5 MP, respectively, speakers with stereo effect, USB Type-C connector that supports the connection of peripheral and additional devices. A fingerprint scanner can provide the necessary data protection.
The tablet works on almost pure Android 7.0 Nougat with minimal interference with the interface.
Virtues
- In the OS, you can create multiple users and switch between them;
- High-quality sound stereo speakers;
- Bright and clear screen.
disadvantages
- Brand plastic case with a slippery glass back panel;
- USB Type-C 2.0, not 3.0, as in competitors;
- Lack of fast charging.
Huawei MediaPad M3 8.4 64Gb LTE
Rating: 4.8
The third place is taken by the powerful tablet Huawei MediaPad M3 8.4 64Gb LTE, first of all, thanks to the display, and then to high performance. However, it has a shorter battery life than the previous models in the list.
Overview: The main advantage of the tablet Huawei MediaPad M3 is the display. Even though its diagonal is 8.4 inches, which is less than the previous analogs, the resolution of this IPS matrix is 2560 × 1600 pixels. This is higher than that of Apple Retina, and guarantees greater clarity of the image.
The proprietary processor Huawei HiSilicon Kirin 950 with 8 cores and a frequency of 2.3 GHz provides the speed of the tablet. It has 4 gigabytes of RAM and 64 gigabytes of ROM. There is a slot for microSD cards.
Has a sound converter Asahi Kasei Microdevices AK4376, forming a surround and clear sound.
Access to the network is provided via the mobile Internet LTE. The tablet has a 5100 mAh battery, which in combination with a very high resolution screen leads to a fairly fast discharge. The battery life is only 6 hours of active use (screen on). But Quick Charge is supported - up to 45% per half hour.
Virtues
- Great sound thanks to Harman / Kardon speakers;
- High-quality assembly;
- Metal housing;
- Convenient EMUI OS based on Android 7.0 Nougat.
disadvantages
- Poor oleophobic coating display;
- Mediocre camera, both in resolution and optimization;
- The body is metallic, but still subject to scratches.
Lenovo Yoga Tab 3 10 Plus X703L 32Gb LTE
Rating: 4.7
In fourth place is the Lenovo Yoga Tab 3 10 Plus X703L 32Gb LTE. This is the only rating tablet with a built-in stand, the design of which some users may not like.
Overview: The Lenovo Yoga Tab 3 10 Plus Tablet inherited a major feature of the devices in the Yoga line - the ability to operate in a variety of form factors. Therefore, it is equipped with a stand, thanks to which it can be put on the table, hung on the wall or put at an angle. True, it is hidden in a thickening on the bottom of the long side of the body, which is why it is not flat - and it may not please fans to use the tablet during movement.
But its functionality may surprise. The gadget has a 10.1 inch display on the IPS matrix with a resolution of Full HD + or 2560 × 1600 pixels. The high-quality and fast operation of the device is due to the 8-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 652 processor with a frequency of 1.8 GHz, combined with 3 GB of RAM and 32 GB of internal memory, which can be increased by using MicroSD cards. A slot is provided for them.
Access to the network is possible through the mobile Internet LTE. The camera is incredibly high quality 13 megapixels. Four powerful speakers deliver perfect sound. Battery capacity of 9300 mAh is enough for two days of operation.
Virtues
- Powerful Wi-Fi module with a reliable connection;
- The screen and sound are great for watching multimedia;
- Updated to the latest version of Android.
disadvantages
- Poor oleophobic coating sensor;
- Heavy and uncomfortable in the hands, slips;
- Pulse Width Modulation.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 SM-T819 LTE 32Gb
Rating: 4.6
The fifth place went to the Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 SM-T819 LTE 32Gb. A good and powerful tablet, however, but overpriced for the device of the previous generation.
Short Review: Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 is the flagship tablet of the 2016 Korean manufacturer. Of course, at the moment its technical characteristics do not seem outdated, but it will no longer receive updates to the operating system. Yes, and it is expensive - only slightly cheaper than the leader of the rating.
This tablet is equipped with a 9.7 inch glossy display on a SuperAMOLED matrix with a resolution of Full HD + (2048x1536). These characteristics it is similar to the leader of the rating. High-speed and high-quality operation of the device due to the 8-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 652 processor with 3 GB of RAM. Built-in memory is 32 gigabytes, which can be increased by memory cards for which there is a slot. Despite the fairly powerful "stuffing" remains light and thin.
The tablet works great as a phone and supports mobile Internet LTE. Built-in rechargeable battery with a capacity of 5870 mAh withstands 8 hours of operation.
Like Tab S3, the gadget supports input from the stylus that comes in the kit.
Virtues
- Bright and rich AMOLED screen;
- Multi-window support and stylus input;
- Low weight.
disadvantages
- Very average autonomy;
- Low quality camera;
- Quiet speakers with a "faded" sound.
The most powerful tablets on Windows
Microsoft Surface Pro 5 i7 16Gb 512Gb
Rating: 4.9
Overview: The top version of the powerful Microsoft Surface Pro 5 tablet can compete with many ultrabooks in terms of performance. This gadget is equipped with an Intel Core i7-7660U processor with 4 cores and a clock frequency of 2.5 GHz and with 16 gigabytes of RAM. Heat dissipation is provided by passive evaporative cooling. The solid-state internal drive has a capacity of 512 GB. The result is a device that deservedly occupies a leading position due to its power and speed.
In addition, the tablet has a high-quality screen. IPS technology made of 12.3 inches IPS technology with a resolution of 2736 × 1824 pixels. The aspect ratio is 3: 2, as on all Surface devices released after 2015.
Supplemented with a tablet built-in "laptop" battery that provides up to 12.5 hours of operation. To connect peripheral devices, a USB Type A port is provided. But the mobile Internet is not supported. A full-fledged Windows 10 OS installed on the tablet allows you not only to work with documents, but also to process and edit multimedia files.
Virtues
- Top accessories;
- Full-featured Windows 10, including Windows Hello with face recognition;
- Support for keyboard dock, stylus, surface dial and other accessories.
disadvantages
- Relatively high price;
- Poor equipment, docking keyboard is required to buy separately, as well as the stylus;
- Does not support mobile Internet.
Dell Latitude 5285 i7-7600U 16Gb 512Gb WiFi
Rating: 4.8
In second place, because of the lower screen resolution than the first device in the list, is located the Dell Latitude 5285 i7-7600U 16Gb 512Gb WiFi.
Short Review: Dell Latitude 5285 is a top-notch and powerful tablet of the corporate segment of the American production. Ideal for businessmen. It is equipped with the most powerful components: a 4-core Intel Core i7-7660U processor based on Kaby Lake with a clock frequency of 2.8 GHz, 16 GB of RAM and 512 GB of internal memory. MicroSD card slot is also available. The tablet screen is a 12.3-inch sensor TFT IPS matrix with a resolution of FullHD (1920 × 1080). The touch screen is protected by glass that is resistant to minor mechanical damage.
In the configuration, except for the tablet itself, there is a removable backlit keyboard case for more convenient operation in the dark.
Lower screen resolution significantly increases the battery life - up to 14 hours. For connecting peripherals and external devices, there are USB Type-A and USB Type-C ports and powerful speakers with stereo effect.
Virtues
- Powerful features;
- Corning Gorilla Glass 4 with a layer that repels fats from the sensor covers the display;
- Backlit keyboard.
disadvantages
- There is no mobile Internet;
- There is no fingerprint scanner, and also Windows Hello;
- Low resolution cameras.
Lenovo Miix 520 12 i7 8550U 16Gb 1Tb LTE
Rating: 4.7
In third place is a powerful tablet Lenovo Miix 520 12 i7 8550U 16Gb 1Tb LTE. It has the most "fresh" processor in the rating, 1 TB on an SSD SSD, mobile Internet - but also more expensive than Surface Pro 5.
Short Review: The Lenovo Miix 520 12 in a top configuration is the ultimate ultimate ultrabook tablet that has no performance analogs. It is equipped with an Intel Core i7-8550U processor with a clock frequency of 1.8 GHz and the Kaby Lake R computing core. It has 16 GB of RAM. On the internal SSD-drive of the tablet - 1 terabyte. A memory card slot is not provided, but it is not needed with such a device memory reserve. For heat sink processor uses active cooling technology.
The tablet is equipped with a 12.2-inch glossy TFT IPS-display with a resolution of FullHD + (1920 × 1200). There is a plug-in keyboard case.
The built-in rechargeable battery with a capacity of 9600 mAh withstands 8-10 hours of operation.To connect peripherals, USB ports Type-A and Type-C are provided, there is also a fingerprint scanner and a slot for SIM-cards. 3G and LTE mobile internet.
Virtues
- Mobile Internet;
- Metal case;
- High-quality assembly;
- The most "fresh" components.
disadvantages
- Poor keyboard, which has an unpresentable appearance;
- Proprietary charging connector;
- Price.
Lenovo Yoga Book YB1-X91L 64Gb
Rating: 4.6
The fourth place was taken by Lenovo Yoga Book YB1-X91L 64Gb, the reason for this was only 64 GB of permanent memory and the Intel Atom processor.
Overview: The Lenovo Yoga Book is, in fact, not a tablet, but a hybrid ultrabook or even a full-fledged image device. Comparable with him by design is not just in the ranking, but generally in nature. The fact is that this hybrid ultrabook is equipped with a special touch keyboard Halo, which is located in the same place as the membrane one in ordinary laptops.
The tablet is perfect for daily use. It is lightweight enough and does not cause problems when working "on the go." So, the ultrabook is equipped with a 4-core Intel Atom x5 Z8550 processor with a clock frequency of 1.44 GHz, which is supplemented with 4 GB of RAM. On the internal solid-state drive - 64 GB. A slot for memory cards is available.
The device is equipped with a 10.1-inch glossy touchscreen display on a TFT IPS matrix with a resolution of 1920 × 1200 pixels. Protected from scratches by special glass. Built-in rechargeable battery can withstand 13 hours of operation. LTE supported.
Virtues
- Unique design;
- High-quality display;
- The battery life is 13 hours.
disadvantages
- The keyboard responds to pressing only by vibration;
- Instead of a full USB-port - micro-USB, you will need an OTG-adapter.
Apple's most powerful tablets
Apple iPad Pro 12.9 512Gb Wi-Fi + Cellular
Rating: 4.9
Overview: Apple iPad Pro 12.9 is aimed at professional and corporate users. Therefore, it offers the most powerful and productive components. In particular, it is equipped with a proprietary processor Apple A10X. It has 4 GB of RAM and 512 GB of internal storage device. Card slot, as is typical of Apple, no. But with such a memory capacity is no need for it.
The device is equipped with a 12.9-inch Retina-display with a resolution of 2732 × 2048. The matrix is made by technology IPS. The clarity of the display image can be compared with monitors gamers, it is not inferior to them. The built-in rechargeable battery lasts for 9 hours of active use. The tablet supports LTE and has a Touch ID fingerprint scanner to ensure data integrity and prevent unauthorized access.
Virtues
- Support for input from the stylus Apple Pencil;
- Retina-display size of 12.9 inches;
- Mobile internet support.
disadvantages
- High price;
- The high cost of accessories, including the stylus Apple Pencil.
Apple iPad Air 2 64Gb Wi-Fi + Cellular
Rating: 4.8
The second place is occupied by the Apple iPad Air 2 64Gb Wi-Fi + Cellular, due to lower performance than the rating leader. However, its price is lower.
Short Review: Apple iPad Air 2 is a pretty old model. But to this day, this tablet remains one of the most productive mobile devices from Apple. Especially in combination with a slim body and low weight. The nimble operation of the device is due to a specially optimized Apple A8X processor, supplemented with 2 GB of RAM. Built-in memory is 64 GB. The screen on the matrix TFT IPS has a resolution of FullHD + (2048 × 1536) and a diagonal of 9.7 inches. High-quality and clear image due to the presence of a Retina-display, and 4: 3 aspect ratio provides the convenience of working with files. The battery is sufficient to ensure up to 10 hours of uninterrupted operation.
4G LTE technology provides the Internet on the device. There is a fingerprint scanner Touch ID, which guarantees maximum data security. The NFC module for Apple Pay is also present.
Virtues
- High performance;
- Retina screen;
- Internet 4G LTE.
disadvantages
- Fragile, requires very careful handling;
- Poor oleophobic coating of the screen;
- Heats up strongly.
Attention! This rating is subjective, is not advertising and does not serve as a guide to the purchase. Before buying, you should consult with a specialist.