August 2024
Tablets: MetaRanking
This page highlights the aggregate summary of tablets rankings posted by key online experts, as of August 2024.
Summary
On 10 Aug 2024, ReviewFinder team examined a total of 95 tablet endorsements from 10 reputable publishers.
39 tablets were endorsed in total, only 17 made it into this month's ranking. (ReviewFinder requires a minimum of 2 endorsements to be included)
As of 10 Aug 2024, Apple iPad 10th Gen (2022) takes the cake as the most critically-acclaimed tablet with 8 expert endorsements. 5 experts out of 8 recommended it as the '#1 tablet' this month.
Brand breakdown
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Apple: 8 tablets
(#1 is Apple iPad 10th Gen (2022))
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Amazon: 8 tablets
(#1 is Amazon Fire HD 8 2022)
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Samsung: 7 tablets
(#1 is Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra)
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Lenovo: 3 tablets
(#1 is Lenovo Chromebook Duet 5)
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Microsoft: 2 tablets
(#1 is Microsoft Surface Pro 9)
Price breakdown
At a glance - August Ranking
| Rank | Change | Price | Tablet |
TechRadar
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Wirecutter
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Tom's Guide
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PCMag
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Digital Trends
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What Hi-Fi
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T3
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WIRED
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Laptop Mag
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techadvisor
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1
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- | $299 |
Apple iPad 10th Gen (2022)
The Apple iPad 10th Gen (2022) has received positive reviews for its display, performance, audio quality, and connectivity options, making it a versatile device for various use cases.
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1
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1
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7
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1
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1
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7
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1
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5
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2
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- | Check price |
Apple iPad Air (2022)
The Apple iPad Air (2022) receives positive reviews for its display, performance, and connectivity options, making it a versatile and powerful tablet for various use cases.
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1
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1
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1
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1
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3
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- | $400 |
OnePlus Pad
The OnePlus Pad has received positive reviews for its impressive display, performance, battery life, audio quality, and connectivity options, making it a versatile tablet for various tasks.
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3
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3
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2
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6
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2
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3
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9
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4
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- | $380 |
Apple iPad Mini 6 2021
The Apple iPad Mini 6 2021 has received positive reviews for its display, performance, battery life, audio quality, storage options, and connectivity, making it a versatile and powerful tablet.
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9
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9
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7
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5
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5
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5
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9
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5
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5
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- | $1350 |
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra is a highly praised tablet with a stunning display, powerful performance, impressive audio capabilities, and versatile connectivity options, making it suitable for a wide range of tasks and activities.
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7
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5
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8
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11
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4
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9
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8
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6
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- | $447 |
Google Pixel Tablet
The Google Pixel Tablet offers a good display, fast performance, excellent battery life, impressive audio quality, and sufficient storage options, making it a great choice for casual users.
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3
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8
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10
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4
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3
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4
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7
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- | $199 |
Apple iPad 9th Gen (2021)
The Apple iPad 9th Gen (2021) has received positive reviews for its display quality, performance, and storage options, making it a versatile tablet for various use cases.
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5
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3
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2
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2
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8
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- | $899 |
Apple iPad Pro M4 2024
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2
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2
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6
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5
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9
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+1 | $570 |
Apple iPad Air M2 2024
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1
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4
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5
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10
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-1 | Check price |
Amazon Fire HD 8 2022
The Amazon Fire HD 8 2022 tablet offers decent display quality, good performance, impressive audio, and ample storage options, making it a budget-friendly option for general multimedia consumption.
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4
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9
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2
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7
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11
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- | $497 |
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE Plus
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6
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3
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7
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-
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12
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- | $1099 |
iPad Pro 12.9 (2022)
The iPad Pro 12.9 (2022) is praised for its outstanding display, performance, battery life, audio quality, storage options, and connectivity, making it a versatile and powerful tablet for various use cases.
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3
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8
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7
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13
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- | $981 |
Microsoft Surface Pro 9
The Microsoft Surface Pro 9 is praised for its high-quality display, solid performance for everyday tasks, good battery life, clear audio quality, storage options, and comprehensive connectivity options, making it a versatile and portable device suitable for multimedia consumption and light productivity work.
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4
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10
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4
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14
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- | $449 |
reMarkable 2
The reMarkable 2 is praised for its paper-like writing experience, minimalistic design, and focus-enhancing capabilities, but criticized for its high price, limited functionality beyond note-taking, and lack of color display or backlight, making it a niche device best suited for those prioritizing distraction-free writing and note-taking over multimedia features.
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10
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6
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10
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15
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- | $879 |
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Plus
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4
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2
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16
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- | $50 |
Amazon Fire 7
The Amazon Fire 7 tablet has a basic display and average audio quality, but its performance, battery life, and storage options make it suitable for casual media consumption and reading e-books.
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2
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6
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17
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+1 | $1099 |
Apple iPad Pro 2022
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6
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6
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We ranked Apple iPad 10th Gen (2022) #1 in August 2024 because:
- 8 independent experts mentioned it in their “best tablets” rankings.
- Out of those, 5 experts ranked Apple iPad 10th Gen (2022) as #1.
TechRadar
The best iPad for most people
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Beautiful mini-LED screen
Future-proof M2 chip
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128GB is small for the price
Battery life isn't huge
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Tom's Guide
The best regular iPad in years
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Sleeker design with slimmer bezels
Fast A14 Bionic processor
Long battery life
Comfy Magic Keyboard with touchpad
Cellular upgraded to 5G
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More expensive that previous model
Apple Pencil awkward to charge
Just 64GB of storage
Doesn’t support Stage Manager in iPadOS 16
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PCMag
Best iPad for Most People / Editors choice
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Appealing iPad Pro-like design
USB-C port
Relocated webcam
Higher-quality cameras
Improved speakers
Faster performance
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Higher price than previous model
Loses traditional Touch ID button
No Face ID
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What Hi-Fi
A great tablet for multi-tasking and watching movies, packed into a slick design
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Sharp and detailed display
Excellent sound
Lovely design
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More expensive than predecessor
No 3.5mm headphone socket
No HDR
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T3
Banish the bezel with this great entry-level iPad
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All-new design ups the entry-level iPad
Bigger screen than predecessor
Finally, USB charging!
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Other iPads have better screens (brighter, faster refresh)
The 9th Gen model is much cheaper
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Laptop Mag
The best mid-range iPad
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Powerful performance
Solid display
Killer speakers
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Subpar battery life
Magic Folio is ugly
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We ranked Apple iPad Air (2022) #2 in August 2024 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best tablets” rankings.
- Out of those, 4 experts ranked Apple iPad Air (2022) as #1.
Digital Trends
Best tablet overall
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High-performance M1 processor
Slim and light
Software suitable for work or play
Large, colorful, and sharp screen
Wide array of quality accessories
Center Stage works well
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64GB storage isn't enough
Battery life disappoints
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T3
The best tablet for most people
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Astounding M1 chip is superfast
Great 10.9-inch screen
A wealth of tablet-optimised apps
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iPadOS can limit creative work
60Hz screen refresh rate
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Laptop Mag
Best tablet overall
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M1 chip delivers excellent performance
Good battery life
Loud, clear speakers
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Accessories are expensive add-ons
No Face ID or headphone jack
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techadvisor
Best overall
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Great design
Large display
Compatible with Pro accessories
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Awkward Touch ID placement
A little pricey
Thick bezels
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Methodology: combine opinions of key experts
Identify Experts
We identify key publishers and experts that consistently review and recommend tablets.
Capture Rankings
For each publisher we find a currently recommended "top 10" list of tablets, it must be updated in the last 9 months.
Aggregate Rankings
We put all those lists together and aggregate them. The more frequently a product is recommended, the higher it is in our ranking
Experts chosen for August 2024 ranking
TechRadar
Wirecutter
Tom's Guide
PCMag
Digital Trends
What Hi-Fi
T3
WIRED
Laptop Mag
techadvisor
We ranked OnePlus Pad #3 in August 2024 because:
- 7 independent experts mentioned it in their “best tablets” rankings.
TechRadar
Best Android tablet for most people
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Display is sharper than iPad Pro
A flagship tablet priced like a cheaper model
Big battery and faster charging
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Performance doesn’t match best phones
One option for storage, RAM, color
Stylo pen is pricey, needs charging
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Tom's Guide
The best Android tablet overall
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Incredible battery life
Comfortable curved edges
Sharp front and rear cameras
Fast performance
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Mediocre speaker quality
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Digital Trends
Best Android tablet
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Bold and unique design
Fun green color
Sharp and vibrant LCD display
Up to 144Hz refresh rate
Gets 3 years of Android upgrades
Fast performance
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Low-quality cameras
Odd placement of the rear camera
Some software quirks
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T3
The best premium Android tablet
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Smooth and bright display
Powerful internals
Fast charging
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Very weak cameras
Android tablets don't have the best OS
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Laptop Mag
The best Android tablet for most people
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Powerful, smooth performance
Gorgeous display
Great magnetically attaching keyboard and Stylo Pen
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Collects fingerprints
Android Tablets lack of tablet-specific apps
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techadvisor
Best Tablet Speakers
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Stunning 144Hz display
Superb speakers
Impressive performance
Solid battery life
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Hit-and-miss software
Only one storage option
No cellular option
80W charger sold separately in UK
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We ranked Apple iPad Mini 6 2021 #4 in August 2024 because:
- 8 independent experts mentioned it in their “best tablets” rankings.
TechRadar
The best compact tablet
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Stylish compact design
Lots of power
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Battery life could be better
5G connectivity is limited
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Tom's Guide
The best tiny tablet
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Super-portable, light design
Speedy A15 Bionic processor
Sharp and bright display
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No Magic Keyboard or headphone jack
Pricey
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PCMag
Best Small iPad
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Excellent performance
Long battery life
Works with second-generation Apple Pencil
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No multi-user option in iPadOS
Pricier than previous model
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Digital Trends
Best small tablet
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Big enough to perform most tasks
Compact enough to travel easily
Powerful performance
Loud speakers
USB-C
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Screen is not bright enough
Too small for content creation
No headphone jack
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What Hi-Fi
The littlest, 8-inch-screen iPad is small but mighty
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Much improved build
Engaging audio
Punchy picture
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No headphones socket
Some compromised tonal detail
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T3
The best small tablet you can buy
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So portable and light
Packed with power
Apple Pencil 2nd Gen support
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Screen size limited for working
No Smart Connector for keyboards
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Laptop Mag
Our favorite small tablet
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Compact size enables single-handed use
Fast performance from A15 Bionic
Sharp and bright display
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Magic Keyboard isn't supported
Apple Pencil Gen 2 sold separately
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techadvisor
Best Small Tablet
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Compact design
Apple Pencil support
Superb performance
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A little pricey
No Magic Keyboard support
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We ranked Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra #5 in August 2024 because:
- 7 independent experts mentioned it in their “best tablets” rankings.
TechRadar
The best drawing tablet
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Samsung multitasking is better than iPad and Pixel Tablet
Gorgeous display and blazing performance
Value is surprisingly good compared to iPad Pro
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Same price as a Macbook Air (M2)
Faster charging would have been nice
Flimsy keyboard and no easy S Pen storage
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Tom's Guide
The best tablet when you want the biggest screen possible
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Gorgeous 14.6-inch OLED display
Slim, lightweight design
Fast performance
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Pricey compared to the competition
DeX mode is a poor Windows 11 imitation
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PCMag
Best Android Tablet for Power Users
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Gorgeous screen
Fast performance
Tight Samsung integration
Good productivity software
IP68 rating
S Pen stylus included
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Pricey
Size makes it awkward to handle
Android on tablets is still limiting
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Digital Trends
The best overkill tablet
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Stunning 14.6-inch display
Loud, rich speakers
Excellent performance
Very good battery life
Water and dust resistance
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It's. So. Heavy.
App optimization issues
Outrageously expensive
Pricey, necessary accessories
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What Hi-Fi
An in-your-face Android tablet that makes other slates look small
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Huge, cinematic screen
Very good speakers (for a tablet)
Fluid and smooth 120Hz display
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Slightly soft picture
Colours could be more natural
Performance with headphones lacks enthusiasm and warmth
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techadvisor
Best big tablet
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Stunning 14.6in display
Top-tier performance
Great S Pen stylus
IP68 rating
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Very expensive
Many apps not optimized
No 5G in the US
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We ranked Google Pixel Tablet #6 in August 2024 because:
- 6 independent experts mentioned it in their “best tablets” rankings.
Tom's Guide
The best tablet for the smart home
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Charging dock a useful accessory
Good photo quality
Strong photo editing features
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Average performance
Few productivity accessories available
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PCMag
Best for Doubling as Smart Display
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Solid Android tablet
Flawless audio hand-off
Good sound from Speaker Dock
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Expensive
Speaker Dock has limited functionality
Hub Mode could do more
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T3
The best tablet for home
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Dock included for home hub-like use
Decent battery life when off the dock
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Dock inclusion won't suit all
Screen only has 60Hz refresh rate
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Laptop Mag
The best Android tablet for casual users
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Slick, stylish design
Good audio performance
Fast, zippy performance
Seamless dock integration
Excellent battery life
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Lacks some typical tablet accessories
Charging Speaker Dock could do more
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We ranked Apple iPad 9th Gen (2021) #7 in August 2024 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best tablets” rankings.
TechRadar
Best budget tablet
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Excellent value
Upgraded selfie camera
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Only iPad without Face ID
Doesn’t support newer accessories
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Digital Trends
Best value tablet
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Great battery life
Powerful internals
Big upgrade to the front-facing camera
Amazing software support
Base storage more acceptable at 64GB
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Display doesn't get bright enough
Lightning port in 2021
Slow Touch ID sensor
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T3
The best budget tablet is exceptional value for money
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It's the best value iPad
Apple Pencil support
With the latest iPadOS software
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No landscape stereo speakers
Apple Pencil is the more awkward first version
Aging design
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Laptop Mag
Best cheap tablet
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Outstanding performance at this price
Excellent battery life
Bright, vivid 10.2-inch display
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Recycled design
Not compatible with Magic Keyboard/Pencil Gen 2
Lacks Wi-Fi 6 or 5G support
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We ranked Apple iPad Pro M4 2024 #8 in August 2024 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best tablets” rankings.
TechRadar
The best premium iPad
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Beautiful OLED screen
Future-proof M4 chip
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No ultra-wide rear camera
Only USB 2.0 cable included in box
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Tom's Guide
The best tablet for power users, period
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Super thin and light design
Gorgeous OLED panel
Powerful M4 performance
Epic battery life
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Pricey peripherals and upgrades
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PCMag
Best iPad for Power Users / Editors choice
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Premium design
Brilliant OLED display
Unparalleled performance
Flexible connectivity options
Top cameras for a tablet
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Expensive
Pricey accessories
iPadOS can be clunky
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We ranked Apple iPad Air M2 2024 #9 in August 2024 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best tablets” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Apple iPad Air M2 2024 as #1.
Tom's Guide
The best tablet for everyone
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Strong M2 performance
Long battery life
Supports Apple Pencil Pro and Magic Keyboard
Robust audio quality
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No Face ID
No Thunderbolt support
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PCMag
Best iPad for Creators and Students / Editors choice
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Powerful performance
Nice screen
Excellent cameras for a tablet
Plenty of connectivity options
Supports Apple Pencil Pro
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Pricey accessories
iPadOS could be smoother
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We ranked Amazon Fire HD 8 2022 #10 in August 2024 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best tablets” rankings.
PCMag
Best Tablet Under $100
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Vibrant screen
Good battery life
Lightweight
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Sluggish performance
$10 more than the previous model
Limited app selection
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What Hi-Fi
A super cheap way to enjoy your movies, shows and music on the go
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Balanced, enjoyable picture quality
Clean, consistent sound via headphones
Excellent value and often discounted
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Overly reflective screen
App selection could be better
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We ranked Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE Plus #11 in August 2024 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best tablets” rankings.
TechRadar
Best battery life
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Water and dust resistant
Great multi-tasking software
Includes an S Pen in the box
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Bulky and heavy compared to iPad Air
Slower Exynos processor inside
Still expensive considering performance
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PCMag
Best Midrange Android Tablet / Editors' Choice
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Good performance
Long battery life
High-quality, waterproof build
Includes S Pen stylus
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Occasional performance stutters
Finicky fingerprint sensor
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Digital Trends
The best big Android tablet
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Very competitive price
Water and dust resistance
Long-lasting battery life
Bright, vibrant display
S Pen included for free
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Android software brings it down
Bulky and heavy
Refresh rate is disappointing
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We ranked iPad Pro 12.9 (2022) #12 in August 2024 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best tablets” rankings.
What Hi-Fi
The sixth-gen iPad Pro really is in a class of its own
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Superb all-round picture quality
Detailed, dynamic headphone sound
Open and spacious-sounding speakers
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Even more expensive than before
Only a minor upgrade on predecessor
Front-facing camera is in the ‘wrong’ place
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T3
The best premium tablet, full stop
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Unbelievably powerful and slick
Great battery life
The best tablet screen ever
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No change in typical brightness
iPadOS can be limiting
Face ID is awkward at times
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techadvisor
Best tablet for creatives
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Unmatched performance
Excellent range of features
Mini-LED screen
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Expensive, especially in the UK
Not many apps take advantage of M2
Similar to previous-gen
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We ranked Microsoft Surface Pro 9 #13 in August 2024 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best tablets” rankings.
Tom's Guide
The best Windows 11 tablet
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Slim and light design
Responsive touchscreen
Works well as a laptop or tablet
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Unremarkable display
Same old design
Slim Pen 2 and Signature keyboard sold separately
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T3
The best tablet for work
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13-inch screen with 120Hz refresh rate
HD webcam and 4K rear camera
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Not as powerful as elsewhere
No MicroSD card slot
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techadvisor
Best Windows Tablet
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Solid battery life
Premium design
Great keyboard cover and stylus
Excellent webcam
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Poor performance on ARM models
Limited ports
Expensive
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We ranked reMarkable 2 #14 in August 2024 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best tablets” rankings.
- ✍️ Great writing experience
- 🔋 Impressive battery life
- 📚 Effective for note-taking and organization
- 📈 Regular software updates
- 🚫 Limited app availability/functionality
- 💸 High price point
- 🌙 Lack of backlight
- 🖊️ Pen and accessories cost extra
Tom's Guide
The best tablet for writers
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Amazingly slim design
Faster stylus input
Excellent writing feel
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More expensive than an iPad
Just for writing and reading, no apps
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techadvisor
Best E-Ink tablet
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Thin, light and stylish
Excellent pen input
Powerful companion app
Continued software updates
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Pen not included
Subscription unlocks all features
Very occasional software gripes
No backlight
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We ranked Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Plus #15 in August 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best tablets” rankings.
TechRadar
Best premium Android tablet
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Water and dust resistant
Includes an S Pen in the box
Excellent multi-tasking features
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Performance isn't as good as best iPads
Software can be overcomplicated
No 'magic keyboard' competitor from Samsung
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techadvisor
Best Android tablet
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Excellent performance
Great screen and sound
Versatile interface and controls
Thin and waterproof
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Apps and performance behind iPad Pro
Expensive
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We ranked Amazon Fire 7 #16 in August 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best tablets” rankings.
Tom's Guide
The best tablet for those on a budget
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Fast for its price
Hyper affordable
Finally, hands-free Alexa
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Lots of Amazon ads
Low-res display
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What Hi-Fi
A cheap everyday tablet that nails the basics
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Superb value
Balanced and natural picture quality
Solid wired audio
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Standard-def screen isn't very sharp
Weak mono speaker
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We ranked Apple iPad Pro 2022 #17 in August 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best tablets” rankings.
Digital Trends
Best big tablet
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Sleek and modern design
Bright, vivid, gorgeous display
Wild performance from the M2 chip
Apple Pencil hover feature
iPadOS 16 is super robust
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Stage Manager needs more work
Lackluster, awkward front camera
Prohibitively expensive
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Laptop Mag
The best tablet for power users
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Incredible XDR display
Magic Keyboard and Apple Pencil are great
Decent battery life (shorter than last year, though)
Killer cameras
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Apple tax is real
Needs more colors
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