You don't need to buy an iPad to bag yourself one of the best tablets. If you prefer Android over Apple you've come to the right place as we've rounded up the best Android tablets out there!
Whether you're looking for a budget tablet, or you're searching for the latest version with a myriad of features, we have got you covered with our best Android tablets guide. We have included a range of models from various brands - including Samsung, Lenovo and Huawei, so you won't be stuck for choice.
If you're not set on an Android tablet, why not check out our roundup of the best iPads for every budget. And if you're set on a Samsung tablet, we've got a list of the best Samsung tablets for you too.
Best Android tablets:
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Best overall
AmazonWithout a shadow of a doubt, this is the best Android tablet on the market right now. It features a powerful battery of 10,090 mAh, fast performance, a sleek design and a crisp and sharp AMOLED display - this tablet easily competes with the iPad Pro.
Pros
- Fast charging 45W
- Great quality camera system
- Impressive resolution
Cons
- Quite expensive
| Camera: | rear camera 13MP + 5MP, front camera 8MP |
| Battery: | 10,090mAh and 45W Fast Charging |
| Screen: | 12.4 inches |
| Resolution: | 2800 x 1752 pixels |
| Storage: | 128GB/256GB |
AmazonThe Lenovo Tab P11 Pro is a close contender with its sharp resolution, great battery life, and impressive speakers. This is an excellent choice for anyone who will be using a tablet to watch lots of videos, TV shows and movies as it has a superb OLED display.
Pros
- Superb audio quality
- Great resolution
Cons
- Average camera system
| Camera: | Rear camera 13MP + 5MP, front camera 8MP + 8MP |
| Battery: | 8,600mAh |
| Screen: | 11.5 inches |
| Resolution: | 2560 x 1600 pixels |
| Storage: | 128GB |
AmazonAnother great choice is the Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite. For half the price of the newer models, this tablet gives you a great camera, an impressive display with vibrant colours as well as a fast-charging battery. Another reason we've listed this as one of the best Samsung tablets is it is packed full of features. Aside from including the S Pen - which saves you a hefty amount of money, it also has a 3.5mm headphone jack and a decent operating system.
Pros
- S Pen included
- Ideal for watching films or TV series
Cons
- Performance can be quite slow at times
| Camera: | Rear camera 8MP, front camera 5MP |
| Battery: | 7,040mAh and 15W Fast Charging |
| Screen: | 10.4 inches |
| Resolution: | <p>1200 x 1200 pixels </p> |
| Storage: | 64GB/128GB |
AmazonThe Huawei MatePad Pro is definitely one of the best Android tablets out there, it's great value for money. This tablet has a powerful performance, a long battery life, a sharp resolution, and a decent camera.
Pros
- Sharp and crisp resolution
Cons
- Little storage
| Camera: | Rear camera 13MP, front camera 8MP |
| Battery: | 7,250mAh |
| Screen: | 10.8 inches |
| Resolution: | 2560 x 1600 pixels |
| Storage: | 64GB/128GB |
If you're looking for the cheapest tablet with the best features then look no further. The Amazon Fire 8 Plus is great value for the price, for just a bit over £100 you're getting a great resolution, decent camera, and impressive battery life.
Pros
- Wireless charging
- Cheap price
Cons
- Weak camera system
| Camera: | Rear camera 2MP, front camera 2MP |
| Battery: | Up to 12 hours |
| Screen: | 8 inches |
| Resolution: | 1280 x 880 |
| Storage: | 32GB/64GB |
This brings all the qualities of the Amazon Fire HD 8 Plus but with more storage? Amazon also stocks the Fire HD 8 Plus with 64GB of storage.
Pros
- Wireless charging
- Cheap price
Cons
- Weak camera system
| Camera: | Rear camera 2MP, front camera 2MP |
| Battery: | Up to 12 hours |
| Screen: | 8 inches |
| Resolution: | 1280 x 880 |
| <p>Storage:</p> | 32GB/64GB |
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FAQs:
What is the best screen resolution?
The screen resolution shows how many pixels are on the screen. The higher the number of pixels, the clearer, sharper and better the images are on the device. If your tablet will be used mostly to watch TV shows or videos, you'll need a higher screen resolution - the Samsung Galaxy tablet S7+ would be ideal.
What features should I look for?
This really depends on what you will be using your tablet for, but a few uniform features to look out for is the size of the battery amp, how many apps it comes with and the camera quality.
The larger the battery amp, the longer the battery lasts and the faster it charges. For instance, a 10,090mAh battery will have a longer life than a battery with a 7,000mAh.
The camera quality will depend on how many megapixels or MP the device has. The larger the megapixel count, the sharper and clearer the images will be, so if the camera quality is important to you, make sure you choose a tablet with a larger megapixel count.
Isabel Martins is a Commercial Content Writer for What's The Best, specialising in technology.
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