Top 8 inch tablets

8 inches - one of the most optimal diagonals for tablets. Devices with such a screen fit easily into a jacket or backpack pocket, and are easy to use with one hand while on the go. However, they must be not only portable, but also productive.

We picked up 7 models of 8-inch tablets that combine performance, functionality and compactness.

How to choose a tablet on 8 inches

The diagonal of the screen is a parameter that determines only the physical dimensions of the tablet. Performance, functionality and other features of the device depend on other characteristics.

Therefore, it is important to consider other parameters:

1. CPU. It depends on the performance of the tablet in multitasking mode, and when running a single application. The "fresher" the processor, the better: the new models provide high performance with low power consumption and low heat. At the same time, it is worth considering that Qualcomm Snapdragon in most cases works “faster” than MediaTek. But tablets with Allwinner, Rockchip or Spreadtrum are not recommended for purchase at all;

2. RAM. The higher the volume, the faster the tablet will work with several active tasks - for example, with enabled instant messengers while simultaneously surfing the web or watching movies. The minimum desirable amount of RAM for 2024 is 2 GB. Better, of course, more;

3. Permanent memory It stores the operating system and user-installed applications. Therefore, the more it is - the better. The minimum required volume is 16 GB. If you plan to store music, movies and other “large” files on it, then it is better to choose tablets with a large internal drive or slot for MicroSD cards;

4. Screen resolution. Than this parameter is higher - the more “smooth” and beautiful the image seems, and the videos acquire additional detail. But it is worth remembering that high-resolution screens drain the battery faster;

5. Battery capacity. From this parameter depends on the battery life of the tablet. The higher it is - the less will have to recharge the device. For more or less new tablets, a 4000-5000 mAh battery is enough; for old ones, it is desirable that the capacity was higher than 6000 mAh;

6. The presence of a slot for SIM-cards. From this parameter depends on the ability to connect to the mobile Internet. If you plan to use the tablet outside the home or office (or places with Wi-Fi), it is desirable that it supports 3G or 4G. Then it will be possible to “work on the move” with social networks, e-mail, the Internet or instant messengers.

These are the main parameters. Other features, such as the operating system version, camera resolution or GPS cold start speed, should be chosen based on your preferences.

Speaking of manufacturers of 8-inch tablets, we can distinguish the following companies known for the reliability and functionality of their products - Huawei, Lenovo, Samsung, Sony and, of course, Apple.

Top best tablets with 8 inch screen

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
The best inexpensive tablets with a screen of 8 inches (up to 20,000 rubles)	1	Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite 8.0 16Gb LTE	15 990 ₽
	2	Lenovo Tab 4 TB-8504X 16Gb	10 440 ₽
	3	Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 SM-T350 16Gb	8 990 ₽
The best tablets with a diagonal of 8 inches in terms of "price-quality"	1	Huawei MediaPad M3 8.4 64Gb LTE	24 390 ₽
	2	Sony Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact 16Gb LTE	-
The best tablets with a diagonal of 8 inches premium	1	Apple iPad Mini 4 128 Gb Wi-Fi + Cellular	28 990 ₽
	2	Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 8.0 SM-T715	25 800 ₽

The best inexpensive tablets with a screen of 8 inches (up to 20,000 rubles)

Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite 8.0 16Gb LTE

Rating: 4.8

Why first place in the ranking: The highest screen resolution, best performance, best camera.

Description: "Simplified version" of the flagship tablet sample 2017 2017 Huawei MediaPad M3. The Lite configuration offers a slightly less productive (but still smart) Qualcomm Snapdragon 435 processor with eight cores and a clock frequency of 1.4 GHz, which is complemented by 8 GB of RAM. This is enough to perform absolutely every day tasks - from web surfing to games.

But the main feature of the tablet is, of course, the screen. With an 8-inch diagonal, it has a resolution of 1920 × 1200 pixels and is made using TFT IPS technology. Therefore, the screen creates a smooth, detailed picture with realistic color reproduction and rich shades.

Also, the tablet is equipped with very good - for this type of device - cameras. Both frontal and main have a resolution of 8 megapixels. Firmware optimization makes them great for shooting.

Lenovo Tab 4 TB-8504X 16Gb

Rating: 4.7

Why second place in the ranking: The best combination of price and quality.

Description: Another "simplified version of the flagship of 2017", only from Lenovo. Tab 4 TB-8504X is equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 quad-core processor with a clock frequency of 1.4 GHz, which is complemented by 2 GB of RAM. The performance of the hardware platform is enough to perform most everyday tasks (except for rendering video or drawing in AutoCAD, you need a more powerful device).

The screen of the tablet is slightly worse than the predecessor, but still quite clear and “smooth”. With an 8-inch diagonal, it has a resolution of 1280 × 800 pixels and is performed using TFT IPS technology. It provides realistic color reproduction.

Other technical features of the tablet include support for high-speed 4G LTE mobile Internet, a 5 megapixel camera, a 4850 mAh battery and 16 GB of internal memory.

Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 SM-T350 16Gb

Rating: 4.6

Why third place in the ranking: Excellent price, but there is no mobile Internet.

Description: Galaxy Tab A 8.0 - the youngest model in the line of tablets from Samsung. The device is equipped with quite appropriate to the middle class components: for example, its hardware platform is based on a Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 quad-core processor with a clock speed of 1.2 GHz, which is complemented by 1.5 GB of RAM. Nevertheless, the performance of the tablet remains at the level due to the relatively old (and therefore least resource-intensive) operating system Android 5.0.

The screen of the tablet is made by TFT PLS technology and has a resolution of 1024 × 768 pixels. It is not as saturated as IPS, but it consumes significantly less energy. Therefore, the battery life of the tablet is 12 hours! At the same time, the device battery capacity is 4200 mAh.

Among the other characteristics of the tablet, you can highlight the presence of a slot for microSD memory cards, 16 GB on the internal drive, as well as 5 MP main camera.

The best tablets with a diagonal of 8 inches in terms of "price-quality"

Huawei MediaPad M3 8.4 64Gb LTE

Rating: 4.9

Why the first place: High performance, excellent multimedia capabilities.

Description: The flagship tablet of 2017 from Huawei. MediaPad M3 assembled all the best components that were found on the market - a branded eight-core HiSilicon Kirin 950 processor with a clock frequency of 2.3 GHz, immediately 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB on the internal drive. This hardware platform provides high performance for solving any tasks - from everyday use to editing graphics or even working in the mobile version of AutoCAD.

But the main advantage of the tablet lies in its multimedia orientation. It is equipped with a 8.4-inch TFT IPS screen with a resolution of 2560 × 1600 pixels, stereo speakers and an 8 MP camera. Therefore, it is nice to watch movies and work with documents. And the photos are excellent thanks to the optimization of the camera.

In this case, the tablet is equipped with a 5100 mAh battery, which is enough for a day of autonomous work with mixed use.

Sony Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact 16Gb LTE

Rating: 4.8

Why second place: Relatively average performance, but waterproof case.

Description: A tablet that is not scary to take with you to the bath, shower or to the beach. Sony Xperia Z3 Tablet runs in a waterproof case that provides protection against short-term “drowning”, splashes and cold steam.

The performance of the tablet is relatively average (especially when viewed in conjunction with the previous one). The hardware platform of the device is based on a Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 quad-core processor with a clock speed of 2.5 GHz, which is complemented by 3 GB of RAM and 16 GB of internal storage.

Multimedia capabilities of the tablet at the height - however, as is typical of Sony. 8-inch TFT IPS-screen has a resolution of 1920 × 1200 pixels; speakers - stereo, with support for Walkman technology; main camera - 8.1 MP, with hardware optimization of the module.

All supplemented by a 4500 mAh battery, providing up to 15 hours of battery life.

The best tablets with a diagonal of 8 inches premium

Apple iPad Mini 4 128 Gb Wi-Fi + Cellular

Rating: 5.0

Why first place: The top version of the freshest 8-inch tablet from Apple. Do you need more arguments?

Description: What Apple doesn’t take away is the ability to make tablets. The 8-inch iPad Mini 4 is equipped with an excellent 4: 3 Retina-display, which makes it convenient for any task - reading books, surfing the web, watching movies, playing games and working with applications.

The tablet screen is made using TFT IPS technology, which provides realistic color reproduction and rich colors, and has a Retina resolution of 2048 × 1536 pixels. The hardware platform is built on the Apple A8 processor with two cores and a clock frequency of 1.4 GHz, which is complemented by 2 GB of RAM. Due to the deep optimization of the operating system on this basis, any applications “fly”.

Other features include 4G LTE mobile Internet support, a 9-hour battery with active use, 128 GB of internal storage and an 8 megapixel camera. Stereo speakers also available.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 8.0 SM-T715

Rating: 4.8

Why second place: The lightest tablet - only 265 grams.

Description: Samsung's flagship tablet of 2017. Galaxy Tab 2 offers a unique (for this rating) screen - it is made using Super AMOLED technology, therefore it provides realistic color reproduction with deep black and rich shades. The resolution of the 8-inch display is Retina, and it is 2048 × 1536 pixels. The picture is “smooth” and with high details.

The tablet hardware platform is built on a Samsung Exynos 5433 processor with eight cores with a clock frequency of 1.9 GHz, which is complemented by 3 GB of RAM and 32 GB of constant memory. This provides high performance both when executing one resource-intensive application (such as games or watching movies in Full HD), and in multitasking mode.

Also, the tablet is equipped with a slot for microSD memory cards; 4G LTE mobile internet support; stereo speakers; 8 MP camera and 4000 mAh battery.

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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.