Best gaming tablets in 2020

Mobile gaming is developing at an unprecedented rate. Large companies such as EA, Bethesda and Ubisoft release their projects on Android. On tablets, you can play the popular PUBG and Fortnite battle royals today, and the latter allows you to fight against gamers on other platforms.

Taking into account current trends, major brands release full-fledged gaming smartphones. There is no such category for tablet computers yet. But this is only due to the desire of manufacturers to reach as many customers as possible. We've handpicked the best tablets for gaming, sorting them into two categories. Let's explore the top rankings of 2020.

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What to look for when choosing a gaming tablet

Of course, first of all, a good gaming tablet should be distinguished by its productive hardware. But this is not all that should be considered when buying. Pay attention to other characteristics of the device, including:

1. Screen size... The large display makes it easier to play modern games. But if you plan to carry your tablet computer with you, then too large dimensions can get in the way. In this case, an 8-inch matrix will be the best solution, and 10-inch devices are suitable for home use.
2. Display resolution... In this case, more is not always better. Note that high resolution increases the load on the hardware and battery, reducing both performance and battery life. Usually an HD screen is enough for a comfortable game, but if the tablet has a powerful hardware platform, then you can choose Full HD.
3. Battery capacity... Since we are talking about autonomy, then it is worth remembering such an important component of the device as the battery. If it is too small, then you either have to constantly sit at the outlet, or regularly interrupt gaming sessions. It is advisable to buy devices with a 4800 mAh battery or more.
4. RAM... Do not forget about the amount of RAM, for a comfortable game you should choose devices with at least 3 GB.

Tablets for games: the best models

Apple iPad Air 2 16Gb Wi-Fi

Many people cannot imagine their life without the products of the American Apple brand. They work on a proprietary OS. Unsurprisingly, the best gaming tablets of 2020 are topped by the Apple iPad Air 2. The gadget is packed with powerful components, and works at its best when you take into account the high quality 9.7 inch screen. It should be noted that the resolution is 1536 x 2048 pixels.

The gadget is also equipped with an 8 megapixel camera, for which it deservedly entered the top rating of the best. The pictures are excellent and clear. In fact, the tablet is equipped with a sturdy metal case, while maintaining a narrow thickness. Apple A8X is installed inside. This processor is successfully combined with 2 GB of RAM. Those. you can play with good settings.

pros:

• availability of Wi-Fi 802.11ac technology;
• camera with 8 megapixels;
• there are different sensors and a fingerprint scanner;
• beautiful appearance;
• weight 437 grams.

Minuses:

• not the biggest OP;
• there is no slot for expanding memory, but microSD is not present in Apple products;
• the price is too high.

Sony Xperia Z4 Tablet 32Gb LTE

The tablet is powered by the Snapdragon 810 processor, which is known for its high power. Games on the tablet will be a pleasure. The picture is clear, high and frequency. And the weight of the tablet is minimal, and therefore the gamer's hands will not get tired when playing.

Fast charging option available. The screen displays the picture beautifully, even if it is far from ideal. In general, the tablet deserves the best words, the components are excellent. There is also protection against water penetration. And this is extremely rare.

pros:

• the processor is very powerful;
• resolution at 1600x2560 pixels;
• enough memory;
• OP in 3 GB;
• it is possible to expand the memory resource by using a card up to 128 GB;
• cameras shoot well;
• weight 392 grams;
• autonomy of work;
• the case is waterproof;
• Support 4G available.

Minuses:

• high price.

Huawei MediaPad X2

Good product from Huawei at 7 inches diagonal. The resolution is represented by 1920x1200 pixels. In the presence of a rear camera of 13 megapixels. But keep in mind that there is no stereo sound, and the device is limited to the Wi-Fi 802.11n standard. Overall, this is a decent gaming device that is easy to carry around.

The tablet is powered by the Kirin 930 chipset, which has good power. Games won't freeze for sure.

pros:

• powerful chipset;
• ease of transportation;
• camera;
• weight 249 grams;
• OP 3 GB;
• important sensors;

Minuses:

• no support for Wi-Fi 802.11ac;
• one speaker.

NVIDIA SHIELD Tablet 32Gb LTE

Manufacturers are gradually abandoning NVIDIA chipsets. Therefore, the firm decided that it was worth releasing its own device. Admittedly, it's perfect for gaming.

The device gives out a clear picture and powerful sound. Only the rear camera let us down. Its resolution is only 5 megapixels. Today the tablet has been discontinued, and therefore to buy it you need to spend time searching.

The screen is presented in 8 inches with a resolution of 1200X1920 pixels. The RAM and the built-in memory are large enough so that the games do not slow down.

pros:

• you can use a memory card;
• powerful processor;
• weight 390 grams;
• good display;
• amounts of memory;
• beautiful appearance;
• support for fourth generation networks;
• a set of important sensors is available.

Minuses:

• no Wi-Fi 802.11ac;
• high price;
• the rear camera is very modest.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 SM-T819 LTE ​​32Gb

The tablet works with an AMOLED screen. Reproduction of black colors is excellent. It is important to note that it consumes the least amount of energy. The main advantages come down to the fact that the games for the user are extremely enjoyable. You can also watch movies in high quality on your tablet.

The OP is designed for 3 GB, which is also a bonus. The display resolution is 1536x2048 pixels. The battery life is good. Cameras also make it possible to take good pictures. The manufacturer did not save on the flagship, perhaps quite a bit on charging, because there is no “fast charging” technology in the tablet.

As the analysis of reviews shows, users are delighted with the display, which conveys a realistic picture. The assembly is also good, because only high-quality components are used.

pros:

• RAM;
• powerful processor properties;
• you can expand the memory by microSD;
• high-quality display;
• cameras;
• indicators of autonomous work;
• Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 4.1 and 4G networks available;
• 386 grams weight;
• the presence of different sensors.

Minuses:

• high price;
• no quick charge option.

The best inexpensive gaming tablets under $ 10

Huawei MediaPad T3 8.0 16GB LTE

The first in the ranking of the best gaming tablets is a solution from the Chinese company Huawei. This brand is one of the few who manage not only to retain, but even to increase the level of sales. In particular, MediaPad T3 is in great demand among the manufacturer's products. The attractive average cost of RUB 10,500 goes well with balanced characteristics:

1. 4-core processor Snapdragon 425;
2. graphics accelerator Adreno 308;
3. 16 GB of permanent and 2 GB of RAM;
4. 8-inch display with support for HD-resolution;
5. capacious 4800 mAh battery.

The tablet also boasts a high-quality metal case, available in gray (with black bezel) and gold (white bezel) color options.

Pros:

• Excellent gaming performance at medium settings.
• Robust metal housing.
• Long battery life.
• Display is not badly calibrated.
• There is a notification indicator.

Minuses:

• 0-100% charge takes over 3 hours.
• The minimum volume is too high.

Digma CITI 1903 4G

In second place is Digma's inexpensive gaming tablet. CITI 1903 has everything you need for comfortable work:

1. 10.1-inch display with a resolution of 1280x800 pixels;
2. tray for installing two SIM cards of a standard format;
3. 6 thousand mAh battery (up to 5 days in standby mode);
4. MediaTech MT8735 processor (4 cores 1 HGz each) with Mali graphics.

Experienced users may notice that the bundle is not the most playful here. Indeed, a lot of modern games this device simply "will not pull". However, Digma CITI 1903 is perfect as a tablet computer for a child. The device can easily cope with all the games that interest children, and its large screen is ideal for watching videos.

Pros:

• Large and high quality display.
• The device works in 4G networks.
• You can install two SIM cards.
• Decent storage capacity.
• Pure Android.
• Attractive price from 8 thousand.

Minuses:

• The screen is easily scratched and covered with prints, cannot be used without a protective film.
• Frankly weak cameras and sound

Lenovo Tab 4 TB-8504X 16GB

Do you want to choose a gaming tablet with a SIM card? Choose the Lenovo Tab 4. This device has good hardware and a high-quality HD-screen, allowing you to enjoy almost all modern games at a frame rate of 30 fps or higher. The built-in storage in the reviewed device is only 16 GB, but it can be easily expanded with micro SD cards.

“Lenovo Tab 4 is enclosed in a plastic, not a metal case. However, it is very high quality and durable. And in terms of design, this tablet is not inferior to competitors. "

It's nice that the device has stereo speakers for more immersion in games and movies. As for the battery, its capacity here is 4850 mAh, which is enough for 10 hours of battery life under moderate load. The cost of a tablet computer starts from 10 thousand.

Pros:

• Fast work of the system despite the low-power processor.
• Very high quality build.
• Bright display.
• Handles games well.
• Decent autonomy.
• Can be used as a telephone.
• Nice price.

Minuses:

• Slow charging.
• Short complete cable.

The best tablets for gaming price-quality

Xiaomi Mi Pad 4 64GB LTE

It is very difficult to find on sale an inexpensive tablet with a powerful battery and powerful hardware. Fortunately, not so long ago, Xiaomi was pleased with the update of the Mi Pad line, asking for the 4th generation of its tablet computer from 14,000 rubles. But this is true for the basic modification without LTE and with 32 GB storage. For the review, we decided to choose a more interesting option with 64 gigabytes of ROM and a SIM card tray. Its starting price is only 2 thousand higher, and such an overpayment is quite justified.

“For convenience, the device has added the ability to unlock by face. According to customer reviews of the Mi Pad 4 tablet, this function works very quickly, but not in the dark. However, there is nothing surprising here, since the device is not equipped with infrared sensors, but only uses the front camera. "

The device runs on Android 8.1 with a proprietary MIUI 10 shell. The screen in Mi Pad 4 is 8-inch, and its resolution is Full HD. The device copes with games excellently, for which the well-chosen hardware platform is worth thanks:

1. Chip - Snapdragon 660;
2. Graphics - Adreno 512;
3. The amount of RAM is 4 GB RAM.

Also, the Xiaomi tablet computer can boast of good cameras with 13 (rear) and 5 (front) megapixels.

Pros:

• Excellent value for money.
• Convenience of the proprietary MIUI shell.
• Excellent performance.
• Color rendition and screen brightness.
• Premium metal casing for durability.

Minuses:

• Slow charging.
• Works only on LTE networks (no 3G).

Huawei MediaPad M5 8.4 64GB LTE

Huawei produces not only budget gaming-grade tablets, but also devices with more productive hardware.At the same time, the cost of the company's device in this case remains the same attractive. Metal tablet computer MediaPad M5 is offered at a price of 23 thousand rubles. For this amount, the buyer gets 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of storage, an 8.4-inch screen with a resolution of 2560x1600 pixels and high-quality stereo speakers.

“The device is powered by a proprietary Kirin 960 processor, supplemented by a Mali-G71 chip. In most cases, this "stuffing" is enough for the stable operation of all games at high graphics settings. However, due to the high resolution of the screen, sometimes you have to lower the settings to improve stability. "

MediaPad M5 has all the necessary wireless modules, including Wi-Fi with support for 802.11ac, Bluetooth version 4.2, GPS / GLONASS and fourth generation networks. In reviews, the tablet is also praised for USB-C (3.1) and a good battery, which has a capacity of 5100 mAh.

Pros:

• High quality and loud stereo speakers.
• The basic functionality is well implemented.
• Good hardware performance.
• The speed of the casing and the assembly at height.
• High pixel density.
• Clear work of wireless modules.

Minuses:

• There is no 3.5 mm jack.
• Color rendering at 4 with a minus.
• No NFC support.

Best gaming tablets 2019

Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 10.5 SM-T835 64GB

When choosing a powerful tablet for gaming, users, as a rule, want to get more functionality from it than launching mobile tanks, races, royal battles and other projects. In particular, the ability to transform a portable device into a more convenient alternative to a conventional laptop is of interest to many buyers. If you consider yourself one of them, then you should buy a tablet for games from Samsung. Galaxy Tab C4 model is ideal for a huge number of tasks, whether it is working with photos, email correspondence and communication on social networks, typing and so on. However, for most functions you will need accessories.

And if we are talking about additions to the Galaxy Tab S4, then first of all we should mention the most useful of them - the DeX docking station. It allows you to turn your tablet into a full-fledged computer, which requires a monitor and peripherals if you want to improve the ease of use and typing. Yes, it is impossible to replace a full-fledged Windows or Mac OS in this way, but the device copes with basic tasks perfectly. The high speed of the tablet in any mode of use is provided by a powerful "filling":

1. Snapdragon 835;
2. 64 GB ROM;
3. 4 GB RAM;
4. Adreno 540.

With a built-in 7300 mAh battery, the tablet can work up to 16 hours, continuously playing videos. By the way, watching videos on the Galaxy Tab S4's 10.5-inch screen (2560x1600 resolution) is a pleasure, especially given the excellent stereo sound.

Pros:

• Very powerful hardware platform.
• One of the best displays on the market.
• You can install a sim card of the "nano" format.
• The main camera is 13 MP and the front camera is 8 MP, they take very high-quality photos.
• The stylus is included.
• Modern communication modules.
• Wide gaming opportunities.
• Speaker sound to go without headphones.
• Unlockable with iris and face.
• Extensive functionality.

Minuses:

• Fingerprint scanner missing.
• Overpriced price tag.
• Not the most comfortable proprietary keyboard (optional).

Apple iPad Pro 10.5 64GB Wi-Fi

The leader in our rating is iPad Pro 10.5. And this is obvious, because no other powerful large-screen gaming tablet can boast the same price-performance ratio. Any games and applications work on the device without delays and lags, for which we should thank the A10X proprietary processor (6 x 2.36 GHz).

“If you buy a tablet computer not only for games, but also for work, then the iPad Pro 10.5 will also be a great solution. Apple offers a wide range of accessories for this model, including a keyboard and pen. This makes the iPad a good tool for writing and writing. "

The capacities of RAM and storage in iPad 10.5 are equal to 4 and 64 GB. If you like taking photos on a tablet computer, then excellent 7 and 12 MP cameras can also be attributed to the advantages of this model.But all these characteristics of a gaming tablet pale in front of the first-class picture and luxurious sound of the device. The iPad Pro 10.5 has almost no competitors in these parameters, and the main one among them is the updated firmware of 2018 release.

As a result, we have before us a real masterpiece from the world of portable devices. The only drawback with a price tag of 42 thousand rubles is the absence of a SIM card tray. However, such a version of the iPad Pro 10.5 exists, but it is more expensive on average by 8 thousand rubles.

Pros:

• Flawless build and reliability.
• Stunning stereo speakers.
• Elegant appearance.
• Resolution 2224x1668 (10.5 inch).
• Amazing performance when playing games and working with heavy programs.
• Branded accessories.
• Optical stabilization of the main camera.

Minuses:

• High price.

Which gaming tablet to buy

Users who are ready to spend over 40 thousand rubles on a portable device have to decide on the system. If you're an iOS lover, we've included iPad 10.5 in our roundup of the best tablets for gaming. Those who like Android can safely go to the store for its competitor, the Galaxy Tab S4. The ideal solution in terms of price / quality ratio is the Mi Pad 4 from Xiaomi. Among budget devices, solutions from Chinese manufacturers Huawei and Lenovo are interesting.