TOP 20 best 10-inch tablets: 2021-2022 rating by price/quality and which reliable model is better to choose

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• What to look for when choosing a 10-inch tablet
• The best tablet manufacturers
• The best inexpensive 10-inch tablets
• The best 10-inch tablets price-quality
• Best 10" Premium Tablets
• The best 10-inch tablets for gaming
• Let's compare the models
• Which 10-inch tablet is better to choose?

Tablets are increasingly being squeezed out of the market by smartphones, the functionality of which is becoming wider and wider every year. But 10-inch gadgets occupy the strongest position because they are universal. On the screen of such devices you can comfortably work with tables, text documents, watch a movie in good quality, or run a game. This review contains a rating of the best tablets with a 10-inch screen.

Rating of the TOP 20 best 10-inch tablets 2021-2022

Table of contents:

• Rating of the TOP 20 best 10-inch tablets 2021-2022
• How to choose a 10 inch tablet?
• TOP 4 best 10-inch tablets by price/quality for 2021-2022
• Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 10.4 SM-T500 32GB (2020)
• Apple iPad (2020) 32Gb Wi-Fi
• Lenovo Tab M10 Plus TB-X606F 128Gb
• HUAWEI MatePad LTE 64Gb
• TOP 4 best Chinese 10-inch tablets
• HUAWEI MatePad WiFi 64Gb
• Lenovo Tab M10 Plus TB-X606F 32Gb (2020)
• HONOR Pad V6 (2020)
• HUAWEI MediaPad T5 10 16Gb LTE (2018)
• TOP 3 best gaming tablets 10 inches
• Apple iPad Pro 11 (2020) 1Tb Wi-Fi + Cellular
• Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 11 SM-T870 128Gb (2020)
• HUAWEI MatePad Pro LTE 128Gb
• TOP 3 best 10-inch tablets with stylus
• Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite 10.4 SM-P615 64Gb LTE (2020)
• Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 10.5 SM-T860 128Gb (2019)
• Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite 10.4 SM-P610 64Gb (2020)
• TOP 3 best 10-inch tablets under 15,000 rubles
• Lenovo Tab M10 TB-X505X 32Gb (2019)
• HUAWEI MatePad T 10s 32Gb LTE (2020)
• Lenovo Tab M10 Plus TB-X606X 32Gb (2020)
• TOP 3 best inexpensive 10-inch tablets under 10,000 rubles
• BQ 1022L Armor PRO LTE+ (2019)
• Prestigio SmartKids Max (2020)
• TurboPad 1016 3G
• Which company should you choose?
• Customer Reviews
• Useful video

HUAWEI MediaPad M5

The next option that is worth considering for purchase in 2021 is a model from the HUAWEI brand – MediaPad M5 . This tablet is equipped with the following technical features: the HiSilicon Kirin 659 processor with 8 cores and 3 GB of RAM cannot boast of outstanding performance, but is excellent for everyday work; 10.1-inch screen with IPS matrix and a resolution of 1920x1200 pixels; main and front cameras are 8 megapixels each. In the basic version, the device has 32 GB of memory. Support for an additional memory card is provided. Battery capacity: 7500 mAh.

Pros: low price; bright screen.

Cons: small amount of built-in memory; Average performance in terms of equipment.

How to choose a 10 inch tablet?

So, if you have precisely decided on the diagonal size and are absolutely sure that 10 inches is exactly the screen you need, to make a final purchasing decision you should analyze other parameters of the device, such as:

• platform, operating system - Android, iOS or Windows - the choice depends on the preferences and needs of the user, his ecosystem and planned use - for example, it is believed that Android is “tailored” primarily for entertainment, while the Windows platform is more suitable for work;
• processor - it is better to give preference to newer chips, this will not only improve the performance of the device, but will also save battery without losing functionality;
• screen resolution is the parameter that is responsible for the smoothness and detail of the image displayed on the tablet;
• the amount of RAM - the higher it is, the faster the tablet will work in multitasking mode, minimizing lags and stutters;
• No less important is the amount of built-in memory and the possibility of expanding it , because this is where the applications the owner needs, favorite photos and videos and a lot of other information will be stored; manufacturers advise choosing a device with built-in memory of at least 32 GB, and if this value is less, then you should choose a device with a slot for additional memory cards;
• battery capacity, availability of fast and/or wireless charging - a parameter responsible for the battery life of the device; the higher the capacity, the less often you will have to put the device aside for recharging;
• additional functionality - the presence of a stylus, high-quality sound, the ability to connect a keyboard and mouse, the presence of gaming capabilities, the use of energy-saving technologies, etc.

conclusions

When choosing a tablet, it is important to carefully study the recommendations of experts and remember the following:

• basic indicators are the characteristics of the screen and processor, as well as the amount of built-in memory;
• You need to find out information about wireless connection technology, camera features and battery capacity;
• it makes sense to pay attention not only to the dimensions, but also to the case material, video outputs and interfaces;
• The protective coating of the screen, the presence of a stylus or keyboard in the kit will be a pleasant addition, thanks to which work will be comfortable.

Which company should you choose?

When choosing a tablet, you should give preference to popular, well-known and reliable brands that invest a lot of effort and money in creating quality products and maintaining a widely developed service network, such as:

• Apple, HP are reasonably expensive, but very reliable devices, characterized by high technology and good functionality;
• Samsung, Huawei are popular manufacturers of electronics and household appliances, producing multifunctional and reliable devices that meet all modern needs;
• Xiaomi, Lenovo are well-known Chinese brands specializing in the production of cutting-edge, functional and high-quality mobile devices.

Xiaomi MiPad 4 Plus

Another 10-inch option that is worth paying attention to is the model from the “folk” brand Xiaomi – MiPad 4 Plus. Xiaomi MiPad 4 Plus device is equipped with the following characteristics: eight-core Snapdragon 660 processor with 4 GB of RAM; 8600 mAh – this is an indicator of the capacity of the built-in battery; built-in memory – from 64 to 128 GB, and support for an additional memory card is not provided; The 10.1-inch screen with a resolution of 1920 by 1200 pixels with an IPS matrix conveys the picture more than well.

Pros: the tablet body combines durable plastic and a metal frame; The battery capacity allows you to work with the device all day without recharging.

Cons: lack of support for built-in memory card.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e

Not a single top with modern mobile devices is complete without mentioning models from ]Samsung[/anchor]. The representative of the Samsung brand in this list is the Galaxy Tab S5e tablet PC . Let's start analyzing the technical characteristics: the eight-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 670 2000 MHz processor runs on the Adreno 616 graphics accelerator; Display parameters: 10.5 inches with a resolution of 2560 by 1600 pixels; The main 16 megapixel camera is complemented by an 8 megapixel front camera.

Pros: good technical equipment; small display “frames”; build quality.

Cons: The design of the tablet is no different from other devices in this category.

Lenovo Tab E10

The processor on this model is Qualcomm Snapdragon MSM8909 1100 MHz (4 cores with Adreno 304 video processor). The display parameters of the device are as follows: screen diagonal 10.1 inches. The resolution is 1280×800 pixels. The main camera is equipped with 5 megapixels. The battery capacity is average – 4850 mAh. The tablet body is made of plastic, due to which the weight is only 550 g.

Pros: low price; lightweight body.

Cons: average processor performance; mediocre camera.

BQ 1085L Hornet Max Pro

The BQ 1085L Hornet Max Pro device is not the most obvious option to buy due to the low popularity of the brand, but familiarization with the main characteristics of the tablet can change your attitude towards the model: a 4-core SC9832E processor, 1400 MHz with 2 GB of RAM allows you to perform a fairly wide range work on the device. It is clear that these indicators cannot be considered outstanding, but due to optimization the device works quite quickly and does not freeze. Screen parameters: 10.1-inch diagonal produces a resolution of 1280 by 800 pixels. The 4700 mAh battery allows you to work without recharging for about 10 hours.

Pros: low price; good optimization.

Cons: weak hardware; small battery volume.

Why are these models the best?

When compiling a list of tablet models for review, Expertology marketers conducted a large-scale market research of gadgets available on the Russian market. We studied feedback from users on time-tested tablets and also paid attention to new products. Last year 2022, despite all the upheavals, was relatively productive in terms of the release of new series and generations of tablets, and we included the most worthy options in the review.

During the analysis, our experts took into account the results of independent tests conducted by both domestic and foreign independent publications and testing laboratories. For example, the conclusions of our experts largely coincided with the opinions of foreign colleagues from and.

You can get specific recommendations on the criteria for choosing the best tablet on our website - the article “How to choose a 10-inch tablet.” In their recommendations, our experts largely agree with the experts of the world's largest consumer protection society (USA), which has more than 6 million active members. But the recommendations are formed taking into account the realities of the Russian wearable electronics market.

Apple iPad Pro 9.7 32Gb Wi-Fi + Cellular

• Chipset: 2-core Apple A9X, clock frequency 2.25 GHz
• Memory (RAM / User): 2 GB / 32 GB
• Display resolution: QXGA (2048×1536)
• Cameras (main / front): 12 MP / 5 MP
• Battery: 7,306 mAh

Price: from 40,990 rub.

Looking at the “bare” specifications of the iPad Pro 9.7, one can doubt that the price of the gadget is adequate. However, as soon as a critic spends a week with an Apple device, all his skepticism will evaporate. Moreover, it will hardly be possible to transfer it back to Android.

Apple products cannot be measured by the “common yardstick”. Yes, a couple of gigabytes of RAM is really not enough. However, the performance of the gadget is excellent - the limited amount of RAM is 100% compensated by a powerful processor developed by Apple itself. It is also true that QXGA is not a “champion” display resolution. But if the display is made using RETINA technology, you don’t think about resolution - you just enjoy the image with stunning clarity with vibrant and natural shades.

iPad Pro 9.7 deserves to be called the best tablet of 2017, because in fact it is a device without weaknesses, perfection, clad in a stylish aluminum case!

Advantages

• High resolution RETINA display.
• 13-megapixel professional-grade camera.
• Premium design and excellent ergonomics.
• Productive chipset.

Flaws

• Impressive value.
• Closed operating system iOS.

Apple iPad Wi-Fi (2020)

• Chipset:
  6-core Apple A12 Bionic, clock frequency – 2×2.49 GHz + 4×1.6 GHz
• Memory (RAM / User):
  2 GB / 32 GB or 3 GB / 128 GB
• Display resolution:
  2160×1620
• Cameras (main / front):
  8 MP / 1.2 MP
• Battery:
  8827 mAh

Price: from 26,700 rub.

Here is a representative of the basic line of Apple tablets for 2020. Externally, the standard iPad has not changed for several years. Recently, Apple has been constantly improving only the hardware of the device.

And yet, not so long ago the matrix size was increased to 10.2 inches. However, this did not affect the dimensions of the device, so the tablet remains quite compact.

The bottom and top bezels are still quite wide. But for some it may be even better, because the tablet is very convenient to hold in a horizontal orientation.

The iPad (2020) has fairly loud and clear built-in speakers. But they are on the same edge, which means you can’t count on any special stereo sound, as is implemented in older models (Pro and Air).

The standard version of the iPad (2020) has only 32 GB of internal memory. If you like to play, we suggest you look at the 128 GB model - among other things, it no longer has 2 GB, but 3 GB of RAM. But we won’t recommend you buy the version with LTE, since it costs much more (about a third). And if the need arises, you can distribute the Internet from an iPhone or Android smartphone. However, having LTE may come in handy if you plan to use the iPad as a navigator.

If you've ever held an iPad in your hands, then you probably understand that you simply cannot find a better device for surfing the Internet. The tablet offers one of the best IPS displays in the segment. But if you need a more budget tablet, for example, for a child, then you should look towards popular Chinese models.

Advantages:

• Availability of a standard mini-Jack 3.5 mm audio connector.
• Powerful, fast 6-core A12 Bionic processor.
• 20 W charger and USB-C to Lightning cable included.
• Apple Pencil (Gen 1) is optionally supported.

Flaws:

• There is a layer between the glass and the screen, which is why the colors are not the deepest.
• Quite a weak camera for video conferencing.

HONOR Pad V6

Our TOP continues - Honor Pad V6, which is equipped with a 10.4-inch diagonal IPS matrix with a resolution of 2000 by 1200 pixels. The tablet itself is quite narrow and elongated, which makes it an excellent device for watching videos. The screen demonstrates wide viewing angles, good color reproduction and high brightness, which allows you to comfortably view information from it in the open sun. As for performance, 6 GB of RAM and a powerful Kirin 985 processor cope perfectly with any task, be it browsing multiple browser tabs, running heavy applications or hardware-intensive games. Everything works very quickly on this tablet. Among other advantages of the Honor Pad V6, it is worth noting the presence of stereo speakers, which will allow you to comfortably watch movies and work for a long time. It also supports Wi-Fi 6, as well as the ability to work with the Honor magic-Pencil stylus. But what it lacks is a SIM card slot. Therefore, on trains you will have to distribute Wi-Fi from a smartphone. Also, many will be disappointed by the lack of Google services. However, if you are looking for a tablet for surfing the web and watching videos, then the Honor Pad V6 is an excellent solution. And you can download many applications and games from the App Gallery brand store.

• Screen: IPS 10.4”, 2000 x 1200.
• Electronic pen.
• 8-core Kirin 985.
• 6/128 GB.
• Android 10, Magic UI 3.1.
• Without Google services.
• Memory card slot.
• Basic camera 13 MP, f/1.8.
• Front. camera 8 MP, f/2.2.
• Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6.
• Bluetooth: 5.1.
• Memory card slot.
• Battery: 7250 mAh.
• Dimensions: 245.2 x 154.9 x 7.8 mm.
• Weight: 475 g.

Microsoft Surface Go

• Chipset : 2-core Intel Pentium Gold Processor 4415Y, 1.6 GHz
• Memory (RAM / User): 8 GB / 128 GB
• Display resolution: 1800×1200
• Cameras (main / front): 8 MP / 5 MP
• Autonomy: 7-9 hours of continuous operation

Price: from 41,900 rub.

People who use Microsoft Surface tablets say they are more laptops than tablets. Controlling such a device with your fingers is quite a task: the elements are too small, so after several unsuccessful attempts you will lose your temper and go for a stylus. The line is often criticized, and most of all for its high prices.

Surface Go is a compromise device and inexpensive by Microsoft standards. The emphasis is on compactness - the Go model is lighter and smaller in size than the “predecessor” Surface 3 (10 inches versus 10.8). The tablet is running a full-fledged Windows 10, which by default runs in S-mode - this is a strong barrier to viruses, which, however, implies a number of restrictions for the user (search engine - only Bing, browser - only Edge). If you don't want to put up with such restrictions, you can easily switch to Windows 10 Home.

Note! It is recommended to take the version with 128 GB of user memory, since Windows alone takes up about 15 GB.

Advantages:

• Durable metal housing.
• Lots of user memory (for a tablet).
• Facial recognition support.
• Good battery life (up to 9 hours when watching videos).
• Modest dimensions.
• Supports the Surface Pen, which recognizes 4096 degrees of pressure.
• Availability of S-mode of the operating system (protection against hacking and viruses).

Flaws:

• Too expensive for the cheapest device in the product line.
• Slow processor.

Operating system: Android, iOS or Windows?

The most common OS on the domestic tablet market is Android, followed by iOS and the mobile version of Windows.

Android is the most popular, flexible and software-rich mobile operating system; devices with it are cheaper than those running other OSes. The app store has thousands of games, tens of thousands of paid and free applications to solve any problem. Disadvantages: many programs and games are of low quality and are not adapted for a number of devices. Not all of them are fully supported by the developer. Features: many Chinese tablets lack Google services, which often causes discomfort when working; The network is full of alternative and modified firmware.

iOS – installed on premium devices from Apple. It has a smaller app store than for Android, but they are of high quality, because they are developed and regularly updated by the device manufacturer. Applications are supported for three to five years from the date of release. Disadvantages of iOS: there is no support for Flash content; intermediary applications are needed to exchange data with a computer.

Windows is an expensive operating system, used primarily on convertible tablets that can replace an inexpensive miniature laptop. It is too demanding on hardware; the tablet hardware for Windows is rather weak to reveal its own potential. She is poor at games, but is valued when conducting business processes.