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MagyarThe Best Tablets for Less Than 300 Euros
Even after all these years Apple’s iPad remains the star in the tablet segment. However, the price point of entry has been lowered substantially over the years, among others thanks to the competition introduced by East Asian OEMs. Granted, the best tablets (see our other Top 10 lists) are still priced at $400 or above. However, there are quite a few exciting entry-level tablets perfectly capable of satisfying average users.
The Best Tablets for Less Than 300 Euros
Position | Total Rating | Date | Image | Model | Height | Weight | Size | Resolution | OS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 85 % | 10/2020 New! |  | Huawei MatePad 10.4 HiSilicon Kirin 810 ARM Mali-G52 MP6 3 GB Memory, 32 GB eMMC | 7.35 mm | 460 g | 10.40" | 2000x1200 | Android 10 |
| 2 | 82 % | 03/2021 New! |  | Lenovo Tab P11 Qualcomm Snapdragon 662 Qualcomm Adreno 610 4 GB Memory, 128 GB UFS 2.0 | 7.5 mm | 490 g | 11.00" | 2000x1200 | Android 10 |
| 3 | 82 % | 11/2020 New! |  | Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 10.4 (2020) Qualcomm Snapdragon 662 Qualcomm Adreno 610 3 GB Memory, 32 GB eMMC | 7 mm | 477 g | 10.40" | 2000x1200 | Android 10 |
| 4 | 81 % | 08/2020 |  | Amazon Fire HD 8 2020 MediaTek MT8168 ARM Mali-G52 MP1 2 GB Memory, 32 GB eMMC | 9.7 mm | 355 g | 8.00" | 1280x800 | Android 9.0 Pie |
| 5 | 81 % | 08/2020 New! |  | Amazon Fire HD 8 Plus 2020 MediaTek MT8168 ARM Mali-G52 MP1 3 GB Memory, 32 GB eMMC | 9.7 mm | 355 g | 8.00" | 1280x800 | Android 9.0 Pie |
| 6 | 81 % | 09/2020 |  | Huawei MatePad T8 Mediatek MT8768 PowerVR GE8320 2 GB Memory, 16 GB eMMC | 8.55 mm | 310 g | 8.00" | 1280x800 | Android 10 |
| 7 | 80 % | 07/2021 New! |  | Amazon Fire HD 10 Plus 2021 Mediatek MT8183 ARM Mali-G72 MP3 4 GB Memory, 64 GB eMMC | 9.2 mm | 465 g | 10.10" | 1920x1200 | Android 9.0 Pie |
| 8 | 78 % | 12/2020 New! |  | Medion LifeTab E10802 Mediatek MT8768 PowerVR GE8320 3 GB Memory, 64 GB eMMC | 8.6 mm | 503 g | 10.00" | 1920x1200 | Android 10 |
| 9 | 77 % | 02/2021 New! |  | Alcatel 3T 10 4G 2020 Mediatek MT8766B PowerVR GE8300 2 GB Memory, 32 GB eMMC | 9.35 mm | 462 g | 10.10" | 1280x800 | Android 10 |
| 10 | 75 % | 02/2021 New! |  | Chuwi HiPad Plus Mediatek MT8183 ARM Mali-G72 MP3 4 GB Memory, 128 GB eMMC | 6.95 mm | 505 g | 11.00" | 2176x1600 | Android 10 |
The table above contains an overview over the best tablets for less than 250 Euros reviewed by Notebookcheck over the course of the past 12 months as well as still relevant and available older products. In cases of identical score the more recent device is listed first. All prices in above table and price comparisons are updated daily and can thus differ.
Link: all devices in this class reviewed
Editors' Comments
While there are mainly expensive devices from Apple and Samsung in our Tablet Charts, various manufacturers are represented in the entry-level segment. These include exotic species from the Far East as well as cheap devices from known brands. Two sizes dominate: about 8-inches and about 10-inches. Since the tablet market is shrinking more and more, we do not update this top list monthly but will update it quarterly.
This month, we welcome the affordable MatePad T8 on this list.
1st – Huawei MatePad 10.4
The Huawei MatePad 10.4 is an all-rounder tablet with a 10.4-inch large IPS display running at a resolution of 2000 x 1200 and a display ratio of 5:3. Two SKUs are available, one with 3 GB of RAM and 32 GB of storage and one with 4 GB of RAM, 64 GB of storage, and optional LTE. Both SKUs are expandable via microSD card.
Powerful performance, great connectivity, but no Google services – Huawei’s good-looking MatePad 10.4 is a great choice in almost every way.
Powered by a Kirin 810 the MatePad 10.4 runs applications smoothly and reliably, and we found both its display and speakers to be more than adequate for everyday use. Unfortunately, it lacks a headphone jack but in return offers long battery life and a well-usable camera. Keep in mind, however, that Huawei cannot offer the MatePad 10.4 with Google services preinstalled.
Huawei devices are not available in North America.
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2nd – Lenovo Tab P11
The Tab P11 is another good all-rounder made by Lenovo. Despite its low price it manages to offer a well-made IP52-certified and grippy 11-inch case with a bright flicker-free 2K IPS display, four speakers with Dolby Atmos, and a powerful battery that can hold up all day long even under intensive use.
The Lenovo Tab P11 offers a surprising number of features at an affordable price tag, and it is fast enough for everyday tasks and challenges.
The Lenovo Tab P11 is a family-friendly multimedia tablet, which means that it comes with a kid’s mode in addition to its already built-in user account management features. Optional extras for this 11-inch tablet include a docking keyboard (around $100) and Lenovo’s Precision Pen 2 stylus.
At the time of writing, the Tab P11 was not yet available through the usual retail channels (Amazon, Best Buy, etc.) but only via Lenovo’s own webstore.
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3rd – Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 10.4
Samsung’s Galaxy Tab A7 LTE is an affordable Android tablet with surprisingly solid hardware and features. Among 10.4-inch tablets its octa-core Snapdragon 662 SoC can be considered a mid-range chip and thus fast enough for all multimedia challenges including browsing the web, watching YouTube, or streaming videos on Netflix. Its quad-speakers with Dolby Atmos performed very well, and its battery lasts long enough under extensive use.
In its price brackets of up to $300 the Galaxy Tab A7 LTE is one of the best Android tablets we have ever had in review.
Its high-contrast display is a highlight and offers decent brightness as well as a high contrast ratio. Its camera setup is only good enough for occasional snapshots but in return, the device comes with a built-in LTE modem. A non-LTE variant is also available at a lower price.
The Wi-Fi only SKU is available on Amazon and starts at slightly over $200.
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4th – Amazon Fire HD 8 (2020)
The 2020 iteration of Amazon's Fire HD 8 received major improvements over its 2018 predecessor. The bezels are narrower, the panel is brighter, performance is higher, and memory has been increased. The 8-inch display runs at a native resolution of just 1280 x 800, and thus suffers from a somewhat low pixel density as well as a poor color space coverage. In return, it was fairly color accurate and bright. It sports 2 GB of RAM and either 32 or 64 GB of internal storage. If you want more RAM or support for wireless charging you need to go for the more expensive Plus model, which with this generation is finally also available in a special Kids Edition with added protection and extended warranties.
All things considered the tablet made by Amazon checks a lot of boxes and turned out to be a decent multimedia specialist with good speakers and Alexa support.
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5th – Amazon Fire HD 8 Plus (2020)
The Amazon Fire HD 8 Plus (2020) offers an almost identical feature set as the HD 8. In other words, its display bezels are narrow, its brightness is decent, and its performance is higher. RAM was upgraded to a total of 3 GB, which means that it should perform better when running demanding applications.
Like the original HD 8 the Plus version is geared mostly at Amazon customers.
The 8-inch display remained identical as well and continues to run at a native resolution of 1280 x 800 pixels and the same comparatively poor color gamut. A 64 GB storage option is available. Another features available only on the Plus model is wireless charging, and Amazon also has a Kids Edition with ruggedized protective case on sale.
The Fire HD 8 Plus is only available on Amazon with prices starting at at $110.
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6th – Huawei MatePad T8
The Huawei MatePad T8 is a particularly affordable 8-inch entry-level tablet made by Chinese OEM Huawei. Consequently, its system performance and storage capacity are very limited. Its IPS panel offers a great contrast ratio but remains comparatively dim resulting in a fairly poor outdoor usability.
On the plus side we find fast Wi-Fi and decent location capabilities as well as very good battery life. Unfortunately, neither Google services or DRM certification are available.
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7th – Amazon Fire HD 10 Plus (2021)
The Amazon Fire HD 10 Plus (2021) is a good-looking “shopping tablet” geared towards media consumption within Amazon’s own universe. Its display, SoC, and memory are adequate for simple and undemanding applications, particularly the many Amazon apps. Browsing the web is also a no-brainer. We would have preferred for the display to be a bit brighter but at the end of the day it is decent enough considering the tablet’s price point.
The Fire HD 10 Plus is geared mainly towards Amazon customers who like and value the highly customized operating system.
A 64 GB storage option is available should 32 GB of internal storage not suffice. The device also includes a microSD card slot as well as a 3.5-mm headphone jack and last but not least a USB-C port on the side. It supports the same wireless charging standard as the Fire HD 8 Plus tablet.
The Fire HD 10 Plus is only available on Amazon with prices starting at $180.
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8th – Medion LifeTab E10802
The Medion LifeTab E10802 may not flawless but it does offer a solid package. Its display is bright enough for everyday use and offers a high pixel density. Its speakers perform admirably and well enough, and its front-facing camera performs well enough for video chats. Produtivity is further enhanced by the included keyboard cover.
The LifeTab E10802 is an overall well-balanced and well-rounded package at an attractive price point.
It also offers a good battery life, 3 GB of RAM, 64 GB of internal storage, a built-in LTE modem, a microSD card slot, and a 3.5-mm headphone jack. Its performance is sufficient for entry-level users, and it is capable of running everyday apps or displaying multimedia contents smoothly.
Medion devices are not available in North America.
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9th – Alcatel 3T 10
The Alcatel 3T 10 left an overall good impression but it also requires a certain amount of willingness to compromise. Its built-in LTE modem and long battery life allow for all-day mobility. However, its low-resolution display is too dim for outdoor use.
The Alcatel 3T 10 4G (2020) offers a long battery life and LTE at an affordable price.
The tablet is nowhere near powerful enough for demanding games and more suited as portable office tablet with 4G connectivity for simple administrative tasks. It supports storage expansion via microSD card and comes with a 3.5-mm headphone jack.
The Alcatel 3T 10 is available among others on Amazon with prices starting at slightly over $180.
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10th – Chuwi HiPad Plus
The Chuwi HiPad Plus is a tablet with high-resolution 2K display in a solid and nicely designed aluminum case. Its hardware is powerful enough for simple applications and befitting of its low price. It offers decent speakers and is thus well-suited for streaming videos or browsing the web.
Chuwi’s HiPad Plus is a solid alternative to Samsung’s Galaxy Tab A-series and a major upgrade when compared to the HiPad (2019) in regard to display quality and performance.
It has a USB-C port and a microSD card reader but lacks a 3.5-mm headphone jack, GPS, and am ambient brightness sensor. If you don’t mind these omissions you can purchase the well-made tablet among others on Amazon.
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Top 10 Tablets under 250 Euro in Comparison
Test Results
| Huawei MatePad 10.4 Mali-G52 MP6, Kirin 810, 32 GB eMMC Flash | Lenovo Tab P11 Adreno 610, SD 662, 128 GB UFS 2.0 Flash | Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 10.4 (2020) Adreno 610, SD 662, 32 GB eMMC Flash | Amazon Fire HD 8 2020 Mali-G52 MP2, MT8168, 32 GB eMMC Flash | Amazon Fire HD 8 Plus 2020 Mali-G52 MP2, MT8168, 32 GB eMMC Flash | Huawei MatePad T8 PowerVR GE8320, Helio MT8768, 16 GB eMMC Flash | Amazon Fire HD 10 Plus 2021 Mali-G72 MP3, MT8183, 64 GB eMMC Flash | Medion LifeTab E10802 PowerVR GE8320, Helio MT8768, 64 GB eMMC Flash | Alcatel 3T 10 4G 2020 PowerVR GE8300, Helio MT8766B, 32 GB eMMC Flash | Chuwi HiPad Plus Mali-G72 MP3, MT8183, 128 GB eMMC Flash | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Response Times | ||||||||||
| Response Time Grey 50% / Grey 80% * | 38.4 (13.2, 25.2) | 48 (22, 26) | 47.6 (22.4, 25.2) | 47.6 (23.6, 24) | 47.6 (22.8, 24.8) | 47.2 (21.2, 26) | 44 (21.2, 22.8) | 71.2 | 50.4 (23.6, 26.8) | 55.2 (26.8, 28.4) |
| Response Time Black / White * | 21.6 (7.6, 14) | 23.2 (8.4, 14.8) | 32.8 (16.4, 16.4) | 27.2 (14, 13.2) | 32 (18, 14) | 31.6 (18.8, 12.8) | 24.8 (12.4, 12.4) | 43.6 (22.4, 21.2) | 34 (18.8, 15.2) | 33.2 (16.4, 16.8) |
| PWM Frequency | 65790 (6) | 61730 (3) | ||||||||
| Screen | ||||||||||
| Brightness middle | 511 | 454 | 365 | 501 | 490 | 331 | 441 | 335 | 375 | 300.2 |
| Brightness | 472 | 422 | 337 | 463 | 447 | 326 | 366 | 319 | 362 | 308 |
| Brightness Distribution | 85 | 83 | 82 | 85 | 88 | 92 | 77 | 85 | 87 | 80 |
| Black Level * | 0.53 | 0.57 | 0.26 | 0.25 | 0.23 | 0.16 | 0.6 | 0.29 | 0.17 | 0.33 |
| Contrast | 964 | 796 | 1404 | 2004 | 2130 | 2069 | 735 | 1155 | 2206 | 910 |
| Colorchecker DeltaE2000 * | 4.6 | 5.1 | 4.5 | 3.6 | 4 | 4.1 | 4.1 | 7.6 | 5.6 | 5.23 |
| Colorchecker DeltaE2000 max. * | 10.3 | 8.4 | 7.8 | 8.4 | 8.3 | 7.2 | 8.7 | 14.1 | 10.6 | 8.42 |
| Greyscale DeltaE2000 * | 6.5 | 5.8 | 5.3 | 1 | 2 | 3.9 | 6.1 | 10 | 5 | 6.1 |
| Gamma | 2.19 100% | 1.96 112% | 2.12 104% | 2.17 101% | 2.29 96% | 2.31 95% | 2.2 100% | 2.44 90% | 2.17 101% | 2.43 91% |
| CCT | 7553 86% | 7684 85% | 7702 84% | 6473 100% | 6618 98% | 7355 88% | 7575 86% | 10228 64% | 7667 85% | 7873 83% |
| Heat | ||||||||||
| Maximum Upper Side * | 31.4 | 34.5 | 35.4 | 30.4 | 30.4 | 27.8 | 31.2 | 32.7 | 26.8 | 30.8 |
| Maximum Bottom * | 28.3 | 36.5 | 33.1 | 30.5 | 29.4 | 26.7 | 30.5 | 28.1 | 25.9 | 31.4 |
| Idle Upper Side * | 30.6 | 31.7 | 33.2 | 25.9 | 26.7 | 26.8 | 29.2 | 32.2 | 26.2 | 23.8 |
| Idle Bottom * | 26.4 | 30.5 | 29.9 | 26.1 | 25.5 | 24.6 | 27.4 | 26.1 | 24.4 | 23.6 |
| Battery Runtime | ||||||||||
| Reader / Idle | 2020 | 2267 | 3192 | 2661 | 2393 | 2178 | ||||
| WiFi v1.3 | 1190 | 957 | 757 | 902 | 869 | 949 | 893 | 730 | 915 | 531 |
| Load | 366 | 233 | 235 | 286 | 359 | 243 | ||||
| Power Consumption | ||||||||||
| Idle Minimum * | 1.29 | 1.38 | 1.18 | 0.72 | 0.74 | 0.68 | 0.94 | 1.25 | 0.82 | 2.6 |
| Idle Average * | 4.57 | 4.56 | 4.92 | 2.97 | 2.81 | 2.24 | 3.54 | 3.79 | 2.73 | 5.9 |
| Idle Maximum * | 4.64 | 4.58 | 4.95 | 2.99 | 2.83 | 2.27 | 3.6 | 3.82 | 2.74 | 6.1 |
| Load Average * | 6.01 | 6.33 | 7.21 | 4.02 | 3.73 | 3.06 | 5.14 | 4.99 | 3.08 | 7.8 |
| Load Maximum * | 8.06 | 9.17 | 9.32 | 5.1 | 4.97 | 4.45 | 6.69 | 6.33 | 4.41 | 10.4 |
* ... smaller is better
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