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Compass Verdict
A budget tablet offering a solid display and entertainment-focused features.
Pros
+
Beautiful display and design
+
Outstanding battery life
+
4G support option
+
Redmi Smart Pen compatible
+
Responsive audio with Dolby Atmos
Cons
−
Slow charging speed
−
No 5G connectivity
−
Lacks fingerprint scanner
−
Bloatware included
−
Front camera downgrade
Camera
Main:
8MP f/2.0
Front:
5MP f/2.2
Video:
Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels) 30fps
Flash:
No
Features:
Effects, Panorama, Self-timer
Performance
Chip:
MediaTek Helio G100 Ultra (6 nm) Octa-core
RAM:
4/8 GB
Storage:
128/256 GB
Speed:
2200MHz
Display
Size:
11" Color
Res:
1600 × 2560
PPI:
274 ppi
Multi-touch:
Yes
Sensors:
Ambient Light, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope
Battery
Capacity:
9,000 mAh
Fast charge:
18W
Type:
Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Removable:
No
Video playback:
0.3h
Design
Weight:
519g
IP:
IP52
Material:
Aluminium
Colors:
Graphite Gray
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
Compass Verdict
Well-priced tablet with strong battery, clean software, and handy multitasking, but average display and performance.
Pros
+
Seamless software experience
+
Long-lasting battery
+
Smooth 90Hz display
+
Premium metal build
+
Strong audio output
Cons
−
No fingerprint scanner
−
No stylus support
−
Dim for outdoor use
−
No headphone port
−
Slightly heavy at 530g
Camera
Main:
5MP
Front:
5MP
Video:
Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels) 30fps
Flash:
No
Features:
Effects, Self-timer
Performance
Chip:
MediaTek Helio G100 (6 nm) Octa-core
RAM:
6/8 GB
Storage:
128 GB
Speed:
2200MHz
Display
Size:
11" Color
Res:
1200 × 1920
PPI:
207 ppi
Multi-touch:
Yes
Sensors:
Motion / Accelerometer
Battery
Capacity:
9,340 mAh
Fast charge:
33W
Type:
Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Removable:
No
Video playback:
0.2h
Design
Weight:
530g
Material:
Aluminium
Colors:
Aero Blue
Fingerprint:
No
Waterproof:
No
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi g/n/ac
BT:
BT 5.2
NFC:
No
WiFi standards:
a, b, g, n, ac
BT profiles:
A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP, PAN
USB:
USB Type-C
No editorial review yet. View full specs →
Camera
Main:
13MP
Front:
8MP
Flash:
No
Features:
Auto focus, Effects, Geotagging, Multi-shot, Panorama, Self-timer
Performance
Chip:
MediaTek Dimensity 6400 (6 nm) Octa-core
RAM:
8/12 GB
Storage:
128/256 GB
Speed:
2500MHz
Display
Size:
12.1" Color
Res:
1600 × 2560
PPI:
249 ppi
Multi-touch:
Yes
Sensors:
Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer
Battery
Capacity:
10,200 mAh
Fast charge:
45W
Type:
Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Removable:
No
Video playback:
0.2h
Design
Weight:
530g
IP:
IP52
Material:
Aluminium
Colors:
Cloud Gray, Luna Gray, Sand Rose
Fingerprint:
No
Waterproof:
Water Resistant
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi g/n/ac
BT:
BT 5.2
NFC:
No
WiFi standards:
a, b, g, n, ac
BT profiles:
A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP, PAN
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, Geotagging, Night mode, Panorama, Self-timer
Performance
Chip:
MediaTek Dimensity 7300 (4 nm) Octa-core
RAM:
6/8 GB
Storage:
128/256 GB
Speed:
2500MHz
Display
Size:
11" Color
Res:
1200 × 1920
PPI:
206 ppi
Multi-touch:
Yes
Sensors:
Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope
Battery
Capacity:
7,040 mAh
Fast charge:
25W
Type:
Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Removable:
No
Design
Weight:
482g
Material:
Plastic
Colors:
Grey, Silver
Fingerprint:
No
Waterproof:
No
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
Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Lite
Samsung · Android 15 · 10.9"
1 critic review
Screen
10.9"
Battery
8,000 mAh
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, Multi-shot, Panorama, Self-timer
Performance
Chip:
Samsung Exynos 1380 (5 nm) Octa-core
RAM:
6/8 GB
Storage:
128/256 GB
Speed:
2400MHz
Display
Size:
10.9" Color
Res:
1320 × 2112
PPI:
228 ppi
Multi-touch:
Yes
Sensors:
Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope
Battery
Capacity:
8,000 mAh
Fast charge:
25W
Type:
Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Removable:
No
Video playback:
0.3h
Design
Weight:
524g
IP:
IP41
Material:
Aluminium
Colors:
Gray, Silver, Coral Red
Fingerprint:
No
Waterproof:
Water Resistant
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi n/ac/ax
BT:
BT 5.3
NFC:
No
WiFi standards:
a, b, g, n, ac, ax
BT profiles:
A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP, PAN
USB:
USB Type-C
Apple iPad Air 13 (2025)
Apple · iOS iPadOS 18.3.1 · 13"
25 critic reviews
Screen
13"
Battery
37 WHr
Compass Verdict
An affordable tablet with impressive performance, but offers minimal upgrades.
Pros
+
Strong performance
+
Reliable battery life
+
Quality build
+
Supports Apple Pencil
+
Laptop-like Magic Keyboard
Cons
−
No Face ID
−
Still 60Hz display
−
Pricey accessories
−
No major upgrades
−
Slightly heavy design
Camera
Main:
12MP f/1.8
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
Performance
Chip:
Apple M3 Octa-core
RAM:
8 GB
Storage:
128/256/ 512/1000 GB
Speed:
4100MHz
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:
13.8h
Design
Weight:
617g
Material:
Aluminium
Colors:
Blue, Purple, Starlight, Space Gray
Fingerprint:
Yes
Waterproof:
No
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi n/ac/ax
BT:
BT 5.3
NFC:
No
WiFi standards:
a, b, g, n, ac, ax
BT profiles:
A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP
USB:
USB Type-C
Apple iPad Air 11 (2025)
Apple · iOS iPadOS 18.3.1 · 11"
25 critic reviews
Screen
11"
Battery
29 WHr
Compass Verdict
A highly portable tablet, praised for its strong performance and sturdy design, yet considered expensive.
Pros
+
Sturdy aluminum design
+
Solid battery life
+
M3-powered performance
+
Vivid display
+
Quality stereo sound
Cons
−
No Face ID
−
Expensive peripherals
−
60Hz display only
−
No IP rating
−
Slow charging
Camera
Main:
12MP f/1.8
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
Performance
Chip:
Apple M3 Octa-core
RAM:
8 GB
Storage:
128/256/ 512/1000 GB
Speed:
4100MHz
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:
12.9h
Design
Weight:
460g
Material:
Aluminium
Colors:
Blue, Purple, Starlight, Space Gray
Fingerprint:
Yes
Waterproof:
No
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi n/ac/ax
BT:
BT 5.3
NFC:
No
WiFi standards:
a, b, g, n, ac, ax
BT profiles:
A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP
USB:
USB Type-C
Compass Verdict
A versatile e-ink device that favors reading and note-taking, but lacks significant upgrades from its predecessor.
Pros
+
Color e-ink screen
+
Android app access
+
Note-taking features
+
Flexibility and customization
+
Supports multiple services
Cons
−
Poor battery life
−
Fragile build
−
Lacks ingress protection
−
Muted color quality
−
Minimal updates from last model
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:
Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer
Battery
Capacity:
3,700 mAh
Type:
Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Removable:
No
Design
Weight:
420g
Material:
Aluminium
Colors:
Black
Fingerprint:
Yes
Waterproof:
No
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi g/n/ac
BT:
BT 5.1
NFC:
No
WiFi standards:
b, g, n, ac
BT profiles:
A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP
USB:
USB Type-C
Compass Verdict
The tablet offers solid performance and a bright display, with great battery life and a sleek design.
Pros
+
Impressive display
+
Strong performance
+
Great sound quality
+
Excellent battery life
+
Comfortable design
Cons
−
Mediocre camera quality
−
Heavy to hold
−
No waterproofing
−
Keyboard accessory issues
Camera
Main:
13MP f/2.2
Front:
8MP f/2.3
Video:
Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 pixels) 30fps
Flash:
Yes (LED)
Features:
Auto focus, Face detection, Multi-shot, Panorama, Self-timer
Performance
Chip:
Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) Octa-core
RAM:
8/12 GB
Storage:
128/256 GB
Speed:
3300MHz
Display
Size:
12.1" Color
Res:
2120 × 3000
PPI:
304 ppi
Multi-touch:
Yes
Sensors:
Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope
Battery
Capacity:
9,510 mAh
Fast charge:
67W
Type:
Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Removable:
No
Video playback:
0.2h
Design
Weight:
584g
Material:
Aluminium
Colors:
Nimbus 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
This tablet offers premium features and solid performance at an affordable price point.
Pros
+
Flagship performance
+
High-res display
+
Long battery life
+
Affordable price
+
Wide accessory range
Cons
−
No fingerprint sensor
−
No cellular option
−
Hefty weight
−
Slight bloatware
−
No charger included
Camera
Main:
13MP f/2.2
Front:
8MP f/2.28
Video:
Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 pixels) 30fps
Flash:
Yes (LED)
Features:
Auto focus, Face detection, Multi-shot, Panorama, Self-timer
Performance
Chip:
Qualcomm Qualcomm SM7675-AB Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 (4 nm) Octa-core
RAM:
8/12 GB
Storage:
128/256 GB
Speed:
2800MHz
Display
Size:
11.2" Color
Res:
2136 × 3200
PPI:
344 ppi
Multi-touch:
Yes
Sensors:
Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope
Battery
Capacity:
8,850 mAh
Fast charge:
45W
Type:
Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Removable:
No
Video playback:
0.3h
Design
Weight:
500g
Material:
Aluminium
Colors:
Gray, Blue, Green
Fingerprint:
Yes
Waterproof:
No
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi n/ac/6e
BT:
BT 5.4
NFC:
No
WiFi standards:
a, b, g, n, ac, 6e
BT profiles:
A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP, PAN
USB:
USB Type-C
Boost Celero5G Tab
Boost Mobile · Android 15 · 10.95"
1 critic review
Screen
10.95"
Battery
7,500 mAh
No editorial review yet. View full specs →
Camera
Main:
13MP
Front:
5MP
Lens 2:
2MP
Flash:
Yes (LED)
Features:
Effects, Self-timer
Performance
Chip:
MediaTek MT8755 Octa-core
RAM:
4 GB
Storage:
128 GB
Display
Size:
10.95" Color
Res:
1920 × 1200
PPI:
207 ppi
Multi-touch:
Yes
Sensors:
Motion / Accelerometer
Battery
Capacity:
7,500 mAh
Fast charge:
20W
Type:
Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Removable:
No
Video playback:
0.2h
Design
Weight:
18.36g
IP:
IP52
Material:
Plastic
Colors:
Cloud Silver
Fingerprint:
No
Waterproof:
Water Resistant
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi g/n/ac
BT:
BT Yes
NFC:
No
WiFi standards:
a, b, g, n, ac
BT profiles:
A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, PAN
USB:
USB Type-C
No editorial review yet. View full specs →
Camera
Main:
13MP f/2.0
Front:
9MP f/2.2
Video:
Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 pixels) 30fps
Flash:
Yes (LED)
Features:
Auto focus, Effects, Face detection, Multi-shot, Night mode, Panorama, Self-timer
Performance
Chip:
Qualcomm SM8635 Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 (4 nm) Octa-core
RAM:
12 GB
Storage:
256 GB
Speed:
3000MHz
Display
Size:
12.3" Color
Res:
1920 × 3000
PPI:
443 ppi
Multi-touch:
Yes
Sensors:
Motion / Accelerometer
Battery
Capacity:
10,050 mAh
Fast charge:
66W
Type:
Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Removable:
No
Design
Weight:
555g
Material:
Plastic
Colors:
Moonlight White, Black
Fingerprint:
No
Waterproof:
No
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi n/ac/ax
BT:
BT 5.3
NFC:
No
WiFi standards:
a, b, g, n, ac, ax
BT profiles:
A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP, PAN
USB:
USB Type-C
Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+
Samsung · Android 14 · 12.4"
20 critic reviews
Screen
12.4"
Battery
10,090 mAh
Compass Verdict
Great for reading and videos, but with a big price tag not suited for all users.
Pros
+
Stunning OLED display
+
Included S Pen stylus
+
Strong performance
+
Ample storage options
+
Loud stereo sound
Cons
−
High price tag
−
Limited app support
−
Battery life concerns
−
S Pen placement issues
−
No charger included
Camera
Main:
13MP f/2.0
Front:
12MP
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, Night mode
Performance
Chip:
MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ (4 nm) Octa-core
RAM:
12 GB
Storage:
256/512 GB
Speed:
3250MHz
Display
Size:
12.4" Color
Res:
1752 × 2800
PPI:
266 ppi
Multi-touch:
Yes
Sensors:
Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope
Battery
Capacity:
10,090 mAh
Fast charge:
45W
Type:
Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Removable:
No
Video playback:
0.3h
Design
Weight:
576g
IP:
IP68
Material:
Aluminium
Colors:
Moonstone Gray, Platinum Silver
Fingerprint:
Yes
Waterproof:
Water Resistant
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi n/ac/6e
BT:
BT 5.3
NFC:
No
WiFi standards:
a, b, g, n, ac, 6e
BT profiles:
A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP, PAN
USB:
USB Type-C
Compass Verdict
A powerful, portable device for those who value compactness and efficiency in a tablet.
Pros
+
Powerful chip
+
Compact size
+
Colorful display
+
Apple Pencil support
+
Solid build quality
Cons
−
High price
−
60Hz refresh rate
−
No Face ID
−
No keyboard support
−
eSIM only
Camera
Main:
12MP f/1.8
Front:
12MP f/2.4
Video:
Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 pixels) 60fps
Flash:
Yes (LED)
Features:
Auto focus, Effects, Face detection, Geotagging, Image stabilization, Multi-shot, Panorama, Red-eye reduction, Self-timer
Performance
Chip:
Apple A17 Pro (3 nm) Hexa-core
RAM:
8 GB
Storage:
128/256/ 512 GB
Speed:
3780MHz
Display
Size:
8.3" Color
Res:
1488 × 2266
PPI:
327 ppi
Multi-touch:
Yes
Sensors:
Ambient Light, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope
Battery
Capacity:
5,078 mAh
Fast charge:
20W
Type:
Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Removable:
No
Video playback:
0.2h
Design
Weight:
297g
Material:
Aluminium
Colors:
Blue, Purple, Starlight, Space Gray
Fingerprint:
No
Waterproof:
No
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi n/ac/6e
BT:
BT 5.3
NFC:
No
WiFi standards:
a, b, g, n, ac, 6e
BT profiles:
A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP, PAN
USB:
USB Type-C
Compass Verdict
A well-rounded gaming tablet offering powerful performance and design features.
Pros
+
Great gaming performance
+
Vibrant display
+
Strong speakers
+
Fast charging
+
Impressive cooling system
Cons
−
Average battery life
−
No headphone jack
−
Poor software support
−
Reflective screen outdoors
−
Limited connectivity options
Camera
Main:
50MP
Front:
20MP
Video:
Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 pixels) 30fps
Flash:
Yes (LED)
Features:
Effects, Self-timer
Performance
Chip:
Qualcomm SM8650-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) Octa-core
RAM:
12/16 GB
Storage:
256/512 GB
Speed:
3400MHz
Display
Size:
10.9" Color
Res:
1800 × 2880
PPI:
312 ppi
Multi-touch:
Yes
Sensors:
Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope
Battery
Capacity:
10,100 mAh
Fast charge:
80W
Type:
Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Removable:
No
Design
Weight:
530g
Material:
Aluminium
Colors:
Midnight
Fingerprint:
Yes
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
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