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Compass Verdict
A solid mid-range tablet balancing performance, design, and value for everyday tasks.
Pros
+
Faster processor
+
Improved connectivity
+
Modern design
+
Slim and light
+
Optional larger screen
Cons
−
No FaceID
−
Same 60Hz LCD
−
Expensive accessories
−
No major upgrade
−
Battery life average
Camera
Main:
12MP
Front:
12MP f/2.0
Video:
Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 pixels) 60fps
Flash:
No
Features:
Auto focus, Effects, Face detection, Geotagging, Image stabilization, Multi-shot, Panorama, Self-timer
Performance
Chip:
Apple M4 Octa-core
RAM:
12 GB
Storage:
128/256/ 512/1000 GB
Display
Size:
11" Color
Res:
1640 × 2360
PPI:
264 ppi
Multi-touch:
Yes
Sensors:
Ambient Light, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope
Battery
Capacity:
28 WHr
Type:
Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Removable:
No
Video playback:
0.2h
Design
Weight:
465g
Material:
Aluminium
Colors:
Blue, Purple, Starlight, Space Gray
Fingerprint:
No
Waterproof:
No
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi ac/ax/be
BT:
BT 6.0
NFC:
No
WiFi standards:
a, b, g, n, ac, ax, be
BT profiles:
A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP, PAN
USB:
USB Type-C
Compass Verdict
High power tablet with advanced multitasking features, but expensive and similar to previous models.
Pros
+
Fast performance
+
Impressive graphics
+
Elegant design
+
Excellent OLED display
+
Long battery life
Cons
−
High cost
−
Expensive accessories
−
No major upgrades
−
Single USB-C port
−
No multi-user support
Camera
Main:
12MP f/1.8
Front:
12MP f/2.0
Video:
Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 pixels) 60fps
Flash:
Yes (LED)
Features:
Effects, Face detection, Geotagging, Image stabilization, Multi-shot, Panorama, Red-eye reduction
Performance
Chip:
Apple M5 Nona-core
RAM:
12/16 GB
Storage:
256/512/ 1000/2000 GB
Speed:
3048MHz
Display
Size:
11" Color
Res:
1668 × 2420
PPI:
264 ppi
Multi-touch:
Yes
Sensors:
Ambient Light, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope
Battery
Capacity:
31 WHr
Fast charge:
60W
Type:
Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Removable:
No
Video playback:
0.2h
Design
Weight:
446g
Material:
Aluminium
Colors:
Silver, Space Black
Fingerprint:
No
Waterproof:
No
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi ac/ax/be
BT:
BT 6.0
NFC:
No
WiFi standards:
a, b, g, n, ac, ax, be
BT profiles:
A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP, PAN
USB:
USB Type-C
Compass Verdict
This thin, powerful tablet excels in multitasking, but the price remains steep for most users.
Pros
+
Powerful M5 chip
+
Tandem OLED display
+
Super-thin design
+
Improved multitasking
+
Fast charging option
Cons
−
High price
−
Limited color choices
−
Expensive accessories
−
No SIM slot
−
Average battery life
Camera
Main:
12MP f/1.8
Front:
12MP f/2.0
Video:
Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 pixels) 60fps
Flash:
Yes (LED)
Features:
Effects, Face detection, Geotagging, Image stabilization, Multi-shot, Panorama, Red-eye reduction
Performance
Chip:
Apple M5 Nona-core
RAM:
12/16 GB
Storage:
256/512/ 1000/2000 GB
Speed:
3048MHz
Display
Size:
13" Color
Res:
2064 × 2752
PPI:
264 ppi
Multi-touch:
Yes
Sensors:
Ambient Light, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope
Battery
Capacity:
38 WHr
Fast charge:
60W
Type:
Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Removable:
No
Video playback:
0.2h
Design
Weight:
582g
Material:
Aluminium
Colors:
Silver, Space Black
Fingerprint:
No
Waterproof:
No
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi ac/ax/be
BT:
BT 6.0
NFC:
No
WiFi standards:
a, b, g, n, ac, ax, be
BT profiles:
A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP, PAN
USB:
USB Type-C
Compass Verdict
A reliable tablet upgrade with improved performance, featuring faster processing and more memory.
Pros
+
Improved memory
+
Strong build quality
+
Better connectivity
+
Excellent performance
+
Comes in two sizes
Cons
−
No Face ID
−
No OLED screen
−
Pricey accessories
−
Unchanged display
−
No power adapter included
Camera
Main:
12MP
Front:
12MP f/2.0
Video:
Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 pixels) 60fps
Flash:
No
Features:
Auto focus, Face detection, Geotagging, Panorama, Self-timer, Multi-shot, Effects, Image stabilization
Performance
Chip:
Apple M4 Octa-core
RAM:
12 GB
Storage:
128/256/ 512/1000 GB
Display
Size:
13" Color
Res:
2048 × 2732
PPI:
264 ppi
Multi-touch:
Yes
Sensors:
Ambient Light, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope
Battery
Capacity:
36 WHr
Type:
Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Removable:
No
Video playback:
0.2h
Design
Weight:
617g
Material:
Aluminium
Colors:
Blue, Purple, Starlight, Space Gray
Fingerprint:
No
Waterproof:
No
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi ac/ax/be
BT:
BT 6.0
NFC:
No
WiFi standards:
a, b, g, n, ac, ax, be
BT profiles:
A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP, PAN
USB:
USB Type-C
9 critic reviews
Screen
10.3"
Battery
3,820 mAh
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Camera
Video:
Unknown
Flash:
No
Performance
Chip:
ARM Cortex-A55 Dual-core
RAM:
2 GB
Storage:
32 GB
Speed:
1700MHz
Display
Size:
10.3" Monochrome
Res:
1404 × 1871
PPI:
226 ppi
Multi-touch:
Yes
Battery
Capacity:
3,820 mAh
Type:
Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Removable:
No
Design
Weight:
360g
Material:
Plastic
Colors:
Gray
Fingerprint:
No
Waterproof:
No
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi g/n/ac
BT:
BT 5.1
NFC:
No
WiFi standards:
a, b, g, n, ac
BT profiles:
HID
USB:
usb-2.0
Compass Verdict
A large, strong tablet with impressive audio and display quality, suitable for multitasking and entertainment.
Pros
+
Bright, clear display
+
Long battery life
+
Impressive sound quality
+
Strong performance
+
Affordable pricing
Cons
−
No LTE connectivity
−
Heavy and bulky
−
Limited OS updates
−
Poor camera quality
−
Pricey accessories
Camera
Main:
13MP
Front:
8MP
Video:
Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 pixels) 30fps
Flash:
Yes (LED)
Features:
Effects, Image stabilization, Panorama, Self-timer
Performance
Chip:
Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) Octa-core
RAM:
12/16 GB
Storage:
256/512 GB
Speed:
4320MHz
Display
Size:
13.2" Color
Res:
2400 × 3392
PPI:
315 ppi
Multi-touch:
Yes
Sensors:
Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope
Battery
Capacity:
12,140 mAh
Fast charge:
80W
Type:
Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Removable:
No
Video playback:
0.3h
Design
Weight:
675g
Material:
Aluminium
Colors:
Storm Blue
Fingerprint:
No
Waterproof:
No
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi ac/ax/be
BT:
BT 5.4
NFC:
No
WiFi standards:
a, b, g, n, ac, ax, be
BT profiles:
A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP, PAN
USB:
USB Type-C
Compass Verdict
A budget tablet with a vibrant display, reliable battery, and useful features for both streaming and productivity.
Pros
+
Stunning display
+
Exceptional battery life
+
Clean software experience
+
Strong multitasking capabilities
+
5G connectivity
Cons
−
No fingerprint sensor
−
Slow 33W charging
−
Heavy at 597g
−
Picks up fingerprints easily
−
Not ideal for gaming
Camera
Main:
8MP
Front:
8MP
Video:
Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels) 30fps
Features:
Effects, Self-timer
Performance
Chip:
MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultra (4 nm) Octa-core
RAM:
8 GB
Storage:
128/256 GB
Speed:
2500MHz
Display
Size:
12.1" Color
Res:
1980 × 2800
PPI:
283 ppi
Multi-touch:
Yes
Sensors:
Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope
Battery
Capacity:
10,050 mAh
Fast charge:
33W
Type:
Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Removable:
No
Video playback:
0.3h
Design
Weight:
597g
Material:
Plastic
Colors:
Shadow Black, Lavender Drift
Fingerprint:
No
Waterproof:
No
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi n/ac/ax
BT:
BT 5.4
NFC:
No
WiFi standards:
a, b, g, n, ac, ax
BT profiles:
A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP, PAN
USB:
USB Type-C
reMarkable Paper Pro Move
reMarkable · Custom reMarkable OS · 7.3"
19 critic reviews
Screen
7.3"
Battery
2,334 mAh
Compass Verdict
This compact device offers a unique writing experience with limited distractions, perfect for portable note-taking.
Pros
+
Compact design
+
Pocket-sized portability
+
Feels like writing on paper
+
Supports color E Ink
+
Variety of templates
Cons
−
Expensive price
−
Subscription needed for features
−
Gesture sensitivity issues
−
Color E Ink limitations
−
Limited typing options
Camera
Flash:
No
Performance
Chip:
ARM Cortex-A55 Dual-core
RAM:
2 GB
Storage:
64 GB
Speed:
1700MHz
Display
Size:
7.3" Color
Res:
954 × 1696
PPI:
264 ppi
Multi-touch:
Yes
Battery
Capacity:
2,334 mAh
Type:
Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Removable:
No
Design
Weight:
230g
Material:
Aluminium
Colors:
Silver
Fingerprint:
No
Waterproof:
No
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi g/n/ac
BT:
BT No
NFC:
No
WiFi standards:
a, b, g, n, ac
USB:
USB Type-C
16 critic reviews
Screen
14.6" · 120
Battery
11,600 mAh
Compass Verdict
A massive, productivity-focused tablet offering a large, vivid display but with a hefty build that some may find cumbersome.
Pros
+
Huge, immersive display
+
Slim and lightweight
+
Long battery life
+
Versatile S Pen included
+
Excellent audio quality
Cons
−
Bulky and heavy
−
No Bluetooth in S Pen
−
Limited app ecosystem
−
Loss of front camera features
−
Weak magnetic S Pen attachment
Camera
Main:
13MP f/2.0
Front:
12MP f/2.4
Video:
Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 pixels) 30fps
Lens 2:
8MP f/2.2
Flash:
Yes (LED)
Features:
Auto focus, Face detection, Geotagging, Panorama, Self-timer, Multi-shot, Effects, Image stabilization, ISO, Night mode
Performance
Chip:
MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ Octa-core
RAM:
12/16 GB
Storage:
256/512/ 1000 GB
Speed:
3630MHz
AnTuTu:
2,873,296
Geekbench S:
2,799
Geekbench M:
9,105
Display
Size:
14.6" Color
Res:
1848 × 2960
PPI:
239 ppi
Refresh:
120 Hz
Brightness:
1600 nits
Multi-touch:
Yes
Sensors:
Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope
Battery
Capacity:
11,600 mAh
Fast charge:
45W
Type:
Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Removable:
No
Video playback:
0.4h
GSMArena:
13:25h
Design
Weight:
692g
IP:
IP68
Material:
Aluminium
Colors:
Gray, Silver
Fingerprint:
Yes
Waterproof:
Water Resistant
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi ax/6e/be
BT:
BT 5.4
NFC:
No
WiFi standards:
a, b, g, n, ac, ax, 6e, be
BT profiles:
A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP, PAN
USB:
usb-3.2
Compass Verdict
A strong choice for gaming, offering power in a compact package.
Pros
+
Powerful gaming performance
+
9-inch OLED display
+
Fast charge times
+
Light and portable
+
Responsive touchscreen
Cons
−
Off-center USB-C port
−
No charger included
−
Lacks wireless charging
−
Preinstalled bloatware
Camera
Main:
13MP
Front:
9MP
Video:
Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 pixels) 30fps
Flash:
Yes (LED)
Features:
Effects, Self-timer
Performance
Chip:
Qualcomm SM8750-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) Octa-core
RAM:
12/16/24 GB
Storage:
256/512/ 1000 GB
Speed:
4320MHz
Display
Size:
9.06" Color
Res:
1504 × 2400
PPI:
313 ppi
Multi-touch:
Yes
Sensors:
Ambient Light, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope
Battery
Capacity:
8,200 mAh
Fast charge:
80W
Type:
Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Removable:
No
Video playback:
0.6h
Design
Weight:
370g
IP:
IP54
Material:
Aluminium
Colors:
Starfrost, Eclipse
Fingerprint:
Yes
Waterproof:
Water Resistant
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi n/ac/ax
BT:
BT 5.4
NFC:
No
WiFi standards:
a, b, g, n, ac, ax
BT profiles:
A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP, PAN
USB:
USB Type-C
Compass Verdict
This tablet stands out with a compact design and remarkable battery life, but may disappoint in screen quality and software updates.
Pros
+
Long battery life
+
Slim, lightweight design
+
Decent performance
+
Free keyboard and stylus
+
Good value for money
Cons
−
Lacks OLED display
−
No fingerprint sensor
−
Limited update support
−
Sensitive trackpad
−
Single color choice in UK
Camera
Main:
13MP f/2.0
Front:
9MP f/2.2
Video:
Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 pixels) 30fps
Lens 2:
2MP f/2.4
Flash:
Yes (LED)
Features:
Auto focus, Effects, Multi-shot, Panorama, Self-timer
Performance
Chip:
Qualcomm SM8650-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) Octa-core
RAM:
8/12/16 GB
Storage:
256/512/ 1000 GB
Speed:
3300MHz
Display
Size:
13.3" Color
Res:
2136 × 3200
PPI:
289 ppi
Multi-touch:
Yes
Sensors:
Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope
Battery
Capacity:
12,450 mAh
Fast charge:
66W
Type:
Silicon Carbon (Si/C)
Removable:
No
Video playback:
0.4h
Design
Weight:
595g
Material:
Aluminium
Colors:
Gray
Fingerprint:
No
Waterproof:
No
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi ac/ax/be
BT:
BT 5.4
NFC:
No
WiFi standards:
a, b, g, n, ac, ax, be
BT profiles:
A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP, PAN
USB:
USB Type-C
Compass Verdict
A compact and capable tablet offering high-quality visuals and reliable battery life.
Pros
+
Bright, colorful display
+
Good battery life
+
Includes S Pen
+
Light and portable
+
Good build quality
Cons
−
Thick bezels
−
No Bluetooth on S Pen
−
Slight throttling under load
−
A bit expensive
−
Lacks exciting features
Camera
Main:
13MP f/2.0
Front:
12MP f/2.4
Video:
Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 pixels) 30fps
Flash:
Yes (LED)
Features:
Auto focus, Face detection, Geotagging, Panorama, Self-timer, Multi-shot, Effects, Image stabilization, ISO, Night mode
Performance
Chip:
MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ (3 nm) Octa-core
RAM:
12 GB
Storage:
128/256/ 512 GB
Speed:
3630MHz
Display
Size:
11" Color
Res:
1600 × 2560
PPI:
274 ppi
Multi-touch:
Yes
Sensors:
Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope
Battery
Capacity:
8,400 mAh
Fast charge:
45W
Type:
Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Removable:
No
Video playback:
0.3h
Design
Weight:
469g
IP:
IP68
Material:
Aluminium
Colors:
Gray, Silver
Fingerprint:
Yes
Waterproof:
Water Resistant
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi n/ac/ax
BT:
BT 5.4
NFC:
No
WiFi standards:
a, b, g, n, ac, ax
BT profiles:
A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP, PAN
USB:
USB Type-C
No editorial review yet. View full specs →
Camera
Main:
8MP f/2.0
Front:
8MP f/2.3
Video:
Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels) 30fps
Flash:
Yes (LED)
Features:
Effects, Self-timer
Performance
Chip:
Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 (4 nm) Octa-core
RAM:
6/8 GB
Storage:
128/256 GB
Speed:
2700MHz
Display
Size:
12.1" Color
Res:
1600 × 2560
PPI:
249 ppi
Multi-touch:
Yes
Sensors:
Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope
Battery
Capacity:
12,000 mAh
Fast charge:
33W
Type:
Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Removable:
No
Video playback:
0.2h
Design
Weight:
610g
Material:
Aluminium
Colors:
Lavender Purple, Silver, Graphite Gray
Fingerprint:
No
Waterproof:
No
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi n/ac/ax
BT:
BT 5.4
NFC:
No
WiFi standards:
a, b, g, n, ac, ax
BT profiles:
A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP, PAN
USB:
USB Type-C
No editorial review yet. View full specs →
Camera
Flash:
No
Performance
Chip:
Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G Octa-core
RAM:
6 GB
Storage:
64 GB
Speed:
2000MHz
Display
Size:
10.3" Color
Res:
930 × 1240
PPI:
150 ppi
Multi-touch:
Yes
Sensors:
Motion / Accelerometer
Battery
Capacity:
3,700 mAh
Type:
Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Removable:
No
Design
Weight:
440g
Material:
Plastic
Colors:
Black
Fingerprint:
Yes
Waterproof:
No
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi g/n/ac
BT:
BT 5.1
NFC:
No
WiFi standards:
a, b, g, n, ac
BT profiles:
A2DP, OPP/FTP
USB:
USB Type-C
No editorial review yet. View full specs →
Camera
Main:
8MP
Front:
5MP
Video:
Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels) 30fps
Flash:
No
Features:
Auto focus, Effects, Face detection, Geotagging, Multi-shot, Panorama, Self-timer
Performance
Chip:
MediaTek Helio G99 (6 nm) Octa-core
RAM:
8 GB
Storage:
64/128 GB
Speed:
2200MHz
Display
Size:
8.7" Color
Res:
800 × 1340
PPI:
179 ppi
Multi-touch:
Yes
Sensors:
Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer
Battery
Capacity:
5,100 mAh
Type:
Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Removable:
No
Design
Weight:
337g
IP:
IP43
Material:
Plastic
Colors:
Grey, Silver
Fingerprint:
No
Waterproof:
Water Resistant
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi g/n/ac
BT:
BT 5.3
NFC:
No
WiFi standards:
a, b, g, n, ac
BT profiles:
A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP, PAN
USB:
USB Type-C
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