Ranking: Best tablets reviewed by Notebookcheck

The large iPad Pro 13 is thinner and lighter than ever, yet still accommodates the state-of-the-art Apple M4 and now features an OLED display. It is a high-end tablet that sets new standards in Apple's lineup.

The Apple iPad Pro 13 is slim, light, fast, and impresses with its powerful hardware.

The iPad Pro 13 (2024) is available in all variants directly from Apple and can also be purchased from notebooksbilliger.de. Our tested configuration costs 2,189 euros.

With the Apple iPad Air 11 of the seventh generation, Apple is once again offering a premium tablet, which probably represents the mid-range for the company. Nevertheless, it has a lot of processor power that no Android tablet can currently compete with. The high-quality apps included and the focus on data protection and sustainability also make the tablet attractive. A major innovation is Apple Intelligence, which is also available on other iPads, but which we were able to test here for the first time in Europe. Most of the functions work quickly and correctly, also thanks to the integration of the tried-and-tested and feature-rich ChatGPT.

Thanks to the Apple M3, the Apple iPad Air 2025 with 11-inch screen offers impressive performance at a price starting at under 700 euros.

The iPad Air 11 2025 is available from many retailers. The price has actually already dropped on the internet and you can get it from amazon.de, for example, from just 659 euros.

For the iPad Air 13 there is only a tentative update in 2025: The Apple M3 provides even more power in the already very powerful iPad Air and extends the runtimes slightly. The accessories have also been slightly revised. Otherwise, much is still the same as the iPad Air 2024: the design, the four color variants, the housing dimensions, the IPS screen and the features have not changed.

With the iPad Air 13 2025, you get a very reliable, high-quality and flexible tablet. With Apple Pen and Magic Keyboard, you can work with the tablet almost as professionally as with an iPad Pro.

For the basic model with 128 GB mass storage and WiFi, Apple charges 949 euros. Surprisingly, there are already significant discounts in some online stores: At amazon.de, you can get the tablet for as little as 909 euros at the time of testing.

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra is likely one of the best tablets ever, offering more than just a large display, which has been significantly improved with an anti-reflective coating. The MediaTek processor performed well in testing, ensuring no compromises in performance despite the change in manufacturer. Samsung has also finally included Wi-Fi 7, and a 5G modem is available as an option across all storage variants.

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra is not only the largest tablet in 2024 but also the best Android tablet, though Samsung has only made incremental innovations.

The Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra is available from major electronics retailers, including Amazon, as well as directly from Samsung.

Apple has given the iPad Mini a minor upgrade after three years. The new, faster processor makes the small tablet compatible with Apple Intelligence, and storage options have been updated, although the smallest version still feels limited despite the memory doubling.

The Apple iPad Mini 7 (2024) remains the best compact tablet, offering everything a small tablet should have.

The Apple iPad Mini 7 (2024) is available from major retailers such as MediaMarkt and Amazon, as well as directly from Apple.

The Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 3 serves a variety of different applications thanks to its light and compact design and the powerful Qualcomm SoC. The stylus support predestines the Lenovo tablet as a digital notebook and for drawing. The two USB ports and desktop mode also offer practical functions for productive work. A Legion branded tablet is of course also suitable for gaming fans thanks to HFR gaming.

Thanks to its compact design, pen support and two USB-C ports, the gaming tablet, together with the fast Snapdragon SoC, can impress in games and productivity.

The Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 3 is available for a recommended retail price of €599, including from Amazon.de or directly from the manufacturer.

The Pad 7 Pro from Xiaomi outperforms the 2024 iPad Air in many areas while costing less than half the price. Its 3K display is unrivaled in this price range. The Xiaomi Pad 7 Pro impressed in our test with its excellent balance of performance, features, and affordability. With its powerful Qualcomm processor, high-resolution display free of PWM flickering, and an outstanding speaker system, this mid-range tablet is ideal for multimedia applications.

The Xiaomi Pad 7 Pro offers many reasons to buy, but the limitations of an import must be considered.

The Xiaomi Pad 7 Pro is currently only available as an import in Germany. In China, the base model costs 2,499 yuan (approximately 330 euros). At our partner store Trading Shenzhen, prices start at around 430 euros.

Six speakers, a high-resolution, flicker-free display and plenty of power secure the Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus a place in the hearts of streaming fans and workhorses. It also comes with a comprehensive accessories package and a comparatively low price.

With the Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus, you get a lavishly equipped, large-format tablet that can even compete with the iPad Pro.

You pay just under 800 euros for the Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus directly from the manufacturer. Fortunately, there are also cheaper offers on the internet: At the time of testing, for example, you can save 100 euros at amazon.de. However, it is not clear here whether the keyboard cover is also included.

With plenty of power, storage, and screen space, the OnePlus Pad 2 is a strong contender. The Chinese manufacturer aims to challenge the big players in the tablet market while significantly undercutting their prices.

The OnePlus Pad 2 delivers outstanding value for money and competes well with much more expensive tablets.

At the time of testing, the tablet was available at a notable discount online. OnePlus itself now sells the device for just under 500 euros, often including a free gift like the stylus or Folio Cover. On Amazon.de, however, it is still listed at the original price of 549 euros.

The Xiaomi Pad 7 impresses, similar to its predecessor, with its excellent price-performance ratio. The high brightness of the 144 Hz screen in particular is a rarity in the mid-range tablet class, where the competition from Apple with its only partially laminated 60 Hz panel clearly has the edge. There is also a class difference in battery life, because despite the higher resolution and frame rate, the Pad 7 has a very strong endurance.

The Xiaomi Pad 7 not only has strong features at an attractive price, but also offers a complete package for school or university with the optional stylus and keyboard cover.

The Xiaomi Pad 7 is available from Amazon.de or directly from the manufacturer for an RRP of around 400 euros.