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Huawei MediaPad M2

Specifications

Huawei MediaPad M2
Huawei MediaPad M2 (MediaPad Series)
Processor
HiSilicon Kirin 930 8 x 2 GHz, Cortex-A53
Graphics adapter
Memory
2048 MB 
, LPDDR3
Display
8.00 inch 16:10, 1920 x 1200 pixel, multitouch, IPS LCD, 283 PPI, glossy: yes
Storage
16 GB eMMC Flash, 16 GB 
, 9.85 GB free
Connections
1 USB 2.0, Audio Connections: 3.5 mm jack, Card Reader: microSDXC (max. 128 GB), Sensors: GPS/A-GPS/Glonass , compass, accelerometer, brightness sensor, proximity sensor, Hall sensor
Networking
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/), Bluetooth 4.0
Size
height x width x depth (in mm): 7.8 x 214.8 x 124 ( = 0.31 x 8.46 x 4.88 in)
Battery
Lithium-Polymer, 4800 mAh, Battery runtime (according to manufacturer): 30 h
Operating System
Android 5.1 Lollipop
Camera
Webcam: 2.0 megapixels, primary camera: 8.0 megapixels, AF, LED flash
Additional features
Speakers: stereo speakers, Keyboard: virtual, Keyboard Light: yes, EMUI 3.1; WPS Office, 24 Months Warranty
Weight
330 g ( = 11.64 oz / 0.73 pounds), Power Supply: 64 g ( = 2.26 oz / 0.14 pounds)
Price
299 Euro

 

Pricecompare

Average Score: 86.6% - good
Average of 5 scores (from 7 reviews)
price: 100%, performance: 66%, features: 38%, display: 87% mobility: 90%, workmanship: 84%, ergonomy: 80%, emissions: 96%

Reviews for the Huawei MediaPad M2

86% Huawei MediaPad M2 Tablet Review | Notebookcheck
Metal head. Unlike its precursor, Huawei's MediaPad M2 8.0 is now covered in a metal casing. Once again, the tablet scores with a potent HiSilicon Kirin Octa-core processor, decent HD IPS touchscreen, and great battery life. The latest Android 5.1 operating system and fast Wi-Fi round off the couch surfer - a good deal for around 280 Euros (~$306).
85% Huawei MediaPad M2 8.0 (LTE, 16 GB)
Source: Computerbild - Heft 09/2016 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 05/01/2016
Rating: Total score: 85%
Huawei MediaPad M2 8.0
Source: MobiFlip German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/19/2015
88% Recenzja Huawei Mediapad M2 8.0
Source: Tabletowo Turkish PL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 12/21/2015
Rating: Total score: 88% performance: 80% display: 90% mobility: 90% workmanship: 90%
Тест-обзор Huawei MediaPad M2 8.0: настоящий стереозвук
Source: Yamobi RU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Metal case; solid workmanship; good screen; quality sound; support LTE. Negative: No headset included; mediocre cameras.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 06/19/2016
Со стереодинамиками Harman/Kardon и в металлическом корпусеСо стереодинамиками Harman/Kardon и в металлическом корпусе
Source: Ixbt RU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Metal case. Negative: Mediocre battery; weak hardware; not good price.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/22/2015
84% Первый музыкальный. Обзор планшета Huawei MediaPad M2
Source: Ferra.ru RU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: High quality sound; good display; high quality body materials, strict design; productivity and well-balanced processing. Negative: Mediocre cameras; modest gaming performance.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 08/14/2015
Rating: Total score: 84%
90% Teszt: Huawei MediaPad M2 – Felsőbb osztályban
Source: Wikitech HU→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 11/24/2015
Rating: Total score: 90% price: 100% ergonomy: 80%

Comment

Model: The Huawei MediaPad M2 is an 8” tablet with a weight of 0.33 kg, which carries the promise of a reasonable media consumption device. Inspired by classical music, this tablet brings about the theme through providing the best-in-class audio with its dual speakers, large chambers, SWS 2.0 (Super Wide Sound) and Clari-Fi music restoration technology by Harman Kardon. This technology comes with a PA power amplifier, which allows the creation of clear audio even when amplified. This gives an enhanced experience for users especially when watching movies or listening to music at high volumes. The theme of classical music can also be seen in the model's sleek all-metal design, with lines running through the edges and sides of the tablet imitating the look of a music sheet.

Besides, this model also sports a 1920 x 1200 Full HD IPS display which is tested to be 67 % sharper than average tablets. Coupled with its Color Plus, Sun View and Eye Care features, the MediaPad M2 is sure to be a vivid visual delight for users regardless of location and brightness level. This model is powered with Huawei's own Kirin 930 octa core processor clocked at 2 GHz, which is above average and translates to better multi-tasking capabilities and lower power consumption. It is also packaged with Android 5.1 Lollipop, 16 GB internal storage, and a 4800 mAh battery that can last up to 30 hours. The storage capacity can be expanded by up to 128 with a microSD card. With such competences, it is no wonder that the MediaPad M2 is a part of Huawei's flagship series. 

ARM Mali-T628 MP4: Integrated graphics card (for ARM based SoCs) for smartphones and tablets. Features 4 cores (MP4) and supports OpenGL ES 3.0

Only some 3D games with very low demands are playable with these cards.

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.


Kirin 930: ARM based octa core SoC (4x Cortex-A53e up to 2 GHz and 4x Cortex A53 up to 1.5 GHz). » Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.


8.00":

This display format is in the mid-range for smartphones. It offers a compromise between good visibility, details and resolution on the screen, and you can still fit it into trouser pockets.

» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.


Huawei: Huawei Technologies Co, Ltd. is a Chinese telecommunications company and hardware manufacturer founded in 1987 and headquartered in Shenzhen. Huawei is a global leader in information and communications technology (ICT) infrastructure and smart devices. Huawei provides end-to-end solutions for telecommunications networks, devices, and smartphones, as well as storage, servers, networking, and cloud computing enterprise solutions and products.

In 2014, Huawei established the Honor subsidiary brand under which certain smartphone lines are sold. The Huawei name is usually not listed for these products.


86.6%: This is an above-average rating. Nevertheless, it should not be forgotten that about one fifth of all tested models receive a better rating.


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Stefan Hinum (Update: 2015-08-26)