Best inexpensive tablets

Thanks to the development of modern technologies, today any buyer can choose an inexpensive and good tablet for the Internet, watching movies, working and even playing games. In terms of the quality of performance, all budget novelties on the market are in no way inferior to the flagships of past years, and their hardware copes with any everyday tasks. In our roundup of the best inexpensive tablets of 2020, we included the most interesting devices with prices from 70–140 $... A separate category of rating is assigned to devices with a diagonal of 10 inches, which is best suited for surfing the Internet and watching videos.

The best inexpensive tablets up to 70 $

Budget tablets are an excellent choice for those users who are looking for a device for navigation in the car, surfing the Internet or watching a movie. Students and schoolchildren will appreciate these devices when using electronic aids in the classroom. Also, cheap tablets are perfect for parents who want to buy their children a device for learning and recreation. Inexpensive models ideally complement the classic teaching materials for the study of foreign languages and the exact sciences. In addition, on budget devices, you can run simple games like educational apps for children or puzzles for adults.

1. BQ 7040G Charm Plus

Choosing an inexpensive tablet is not an easy task. It is difficult to find a device that, at an affordable cost, will be able to offer a high-quality assembly, stable and fast operation of the OS, good autonomy and the ability to work in mobile networks. But one of the best cheap BQ 7040G tablets meets all these requirements, and its recommended price in the domestic market is modest 70 $.

Surprisingly, the tablet computer runs Android version 9.0, while many competitors still use Oreo or even an older system. The battery here is not very capacious (2800 mAh), but it must be borne in mind that the manufacturer chose the hardware platform not too demanding. Add to that a 7-inch screen (1280x800 resolution) and you have a solid day of battery life.

Advantages:

high-quality screen;
compact size;
support for 2 SIM cards;
high-speed performance;
charging speed.

Disadvantages:

useless cameras.

2. DIGMA CITI 8592 3G

Cool tablet with a screen of 8 inches, made in a durable plastic case. The lid of the CITI 8592 has a fine textured pattern that does not show fingerprints or even minor scratches. Top center on the rear panel is the main 2MP camera module with LED flash. There is also a cover for slots for memory card slots and a pair of SIM cards (only 3G networks are supported).

Like many budget tablets, the CITI 8592 is not equipped with the brightest screen. It is comfortable to work at home with him, but almost nothing is visible in the sun.

RAM in a cheap tablet up to 70 $ from DIGMA 2 gigabytes are available, which is enough for the needs of the system. When it comes to gaming tasks, the CITI 8592 can handle only the simplest projects like "three-in-a-row".But the tablet is great for watching movies, surfing the Internet and chatting. Moreover, on this model you can not only correspond, but also speak as on a regular mobile phone.

Advantages:

good performance;
decent build quality;
current version of the system;
low power consumption.

Disadvantages:

low maximum screen brightness.

3. Prestigio Grace PMT3758D 3G

Another budget tablet computer on the list is represented by Prestigio's solution. The monolithic body of the device is 9.6 mm thick. It is well assembled, so we did not notice any backlash and squeaks during use. What is not very pleasing is the soft touch coating: it is tactilely pleasant, but it gets dirty pretty quickly.

The front panel of an inexpensive but good PMT3758D tablet is occupied by an 8-inch display with a resolution of 1280 × 800 pixels. It has a protective film out of the box (not too high quality, but it will do better before buying something). There is also a mediocre front-facing camera and a speaker for calls in cellular mode.

Advantages:

low cost;
good optimization;
the quality of the communication modules;
autonomous work;
compactness and light weight;
build quality.

Disadvantages:

cameras;
easily soiled case.

4. Digma Plane 7700T 4G

If you are thinking about which tablet to choose as a navigator, then the Digma Plane 7700T is the perfect choice. There is a simple Spreadtrum SC9832 chip, Mali-400 graphics, 1 GB of RAM and 8 GB of ROM, which is enough for fast operation of any navigation application. The 7-inch HD screen is also great for viewing maps, while the excellent GPS, dual SIM slots and LTE support make the tablet even more ideal for the motorist. But we cannot recommend Digma to ordinary users. The performance of the system when working with several programs is quite average here, only one front camera is of terrible quality, and without connecting to an outlet, the 2400 mAh battery runs out rather quickly. However, at a price of 49 $ the offered characteristics are quite good.

Advantages:

good design;
high-quality display;
slot for two sim cards;
speed of finding satellites;
low price;
support for 4th generation networks.

Disadvantages:

camera for tick;
slow operation of the OS;
small battery capacity.

5. Prestigio Wize PMT3418C

A well-assembled device Wize PMT 3418C from the popular Prestigio brand in the Russian Federation took the category of tablets to 70 $ first place. It is equipped with a tray for two SIM cards, an MT8735 processor from MediaTech, a 2-core Mali graphics, and 1 GB of RAM. In terms of price-quality ratio, the Prestigio tablet outperforms all major competitors. The device supports LTE, has accurately working GPS and Wi-Fi modules, as well as a capacious 4200 mAh battery. For its price, the Wize PMT3418C tablet also pleases with a good 8-inch matrix (1280x800) and the possibility of a full-fledged cellular mode.

Advantages:

high-quality plastic case;
two trays for SIM with a mini format;
GPS locates satellites quickly;
battery life;
support for 4G networks;
good cameras.

Disadvantages:

small amount of built-in storage.

Best inexpensive tablets within 140 $

If you want to make a smart investment in buying a tablet computer, but don't want to make many compromises in build, functionality and design, then this category is for you. For just a few additional thousand rubles, manufacturers offer excellent devices for a wide range of tasks. In terms of performance, autonomy and reliability, popular tablet models for an average cost, about 140 $ able to compete with more expensive devices. In particular, this statement is true for products from Lenovo, Huawei and Prestigio, which attracted the attention of our editors the most.

1.Lenovo Tab 4 TB-7504X 2Gb 16Gb

A popular tablet model from the Chinese brand Lenovo. The device received a 7-inch HD-screen made using IPS technology.Unfortunately, the display does not have an oleophobic coating, so it is better to immediately buy a good film so that you do not have to constantly remove fingerprints from the surface.

A good tablet with 4G has only one speaker. It is located on top, which is not very good, because the user will almost always overlap it in landscape orientation. Cameras in TB-7504X are larger for show, but they are still better than those modules that are installed in very inexpensive devices.

Advantages:

convenient sizes;
excellent build;
work in LTE networks;
display quality;
event indicator;
autonomy.

Disadvantages:

slow charging;
speaker location.

2. Prestigio Grace PMT3201 4G

Usually before 98 $ 10-inch tablets aren't impressively capable. But with the PMT3201, Prestigio has definitely hit the spot, offering users both decent performance and an attractive price tag. So, the MT8735 processor from MediaTek (the same as in the Lenovo model described above) is chosen as the hardware platform, and the RAM and ROM in the device are 2 and 16 GB, respectively.

With not the smallest diagonal, the screen resolution in PMT3201 is only 1280 × 800 pixels. Make sure you have enough pixel density.

Also, the device has two trays for SIM cards, and the tablet can work not only in 3G, but also in 4G networks. Autonomy will not disappoint buyers either, because a capacious 6000 mAh battery is responsible for it. The cameras here are disgusting, and even for Skype they don't work very well. But due to the fact that you can buy a tablet computer at a very low price, it simply has no worthy competitors in the market.

Advantages:

large and bright screen;
excellent autonomy;
system performance;
tray for two SIM-cards;
very low cost.

Disadvantages:

display resolution;
useless cameras.

3.Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 SM-T295 32Gb

Among the inexpensive Chinese tablet computers, the South Korean brand Samsung has also found its place. The Galaxy Tab A 8.0 model in the SM-T295 modification offers users a high-quality metal case with a thickness of only 8 mm, as well as a bright 8-inch display with an aspect ratio of 16:10.

There is only one SIM card slot, but the device supports all LTE bands popular in Russia. The main camera in the tablet from Samsung has a resolution of 8 MP, which is enough when shooting documents or business cards. A two-megapixel front camera, in turn, is enough for video communication.

The device is powered by a 5100 mAh battery. With such a battery, the tablet is capable of working for about 2 days under moderate load. In reviews, the tablet is also praised for having a child mode, so it can be bought for a child or as a family device for the home.

Advantages:

popular brand;
actual updates;
colorful screen with a high margin of brightness;
good optimization;
solid performance;
high-quality sound;
optimal size.

Disadvantages:

expensive accessories;
weak PSU included.

4. HUAWEI MediaPad T3 8.0 16Gb LTE

More than two years after its presentation, the popular MediaPad T3 tablet computer remains one of the best-selling tablets in the budget category. We have to admit that HUAWEI really managed to create the perfect solution for its money. There is a metal case, and a good performance and energy efficiency hardware platform from Qualcomm, and support for fourth-generation networks.

Also from the characteristics of the tablet, you can distinguish a capacious 4800 mAh battery, which is charged via the MicroUSB port. When communicating, watching videos, using maps and other simple tasks, one charge lasts for 1.5-2 days. If you play actively, then you will have to go to the outlet in about 6-8 hours. Speaking of games. The tablet copes with them with dignity. Unless in new projects, sometimes low fps is encountered.

Advantages:

screen color rendering;
light weight;
performance;
the battery holds a charge for a long time;
well-assembled body;
reasoned price.

Disadvantages:

the screen gets dirty quickly;
mediocre speaker.

5.Lenovo Tab 4 TB-7304X 16GB

Among experienced users, the Lenovo brand has long been associated with excellent value for money. A weighty argument in favor of this statement is the Tab 4 TB-7304X model, the average cost of which is modest 91 $... This Chinese tablet can be used to navigate a taxi, because it boasts excellent GPS and LTE support, which is important if you need to urgently download new maps. The hardware platform Tab 4 is represented by the MT8735 processor from MediaTek and Adreno graphics. For games, the tablet, of course, is not suitable, but for movies or the Internet, the device is excellent. However, it should be borne in mind that the resolution of the matrix installed in Lenovo Tab 4 is only 1024x600 pixels, which, with a 7-inch diagonal, provides a modest density of 169 ppi. The quality of the cameras is also not impressive, but only 1 GB of RAM will be disappointing at all when you often run several applications at the same time.

Advantages:

good system optimization;
GPS work and LTE support;
a good supply of internal memory - 16 GB;
small size and weight;
OS Android 7 out of the box;
screen brightness and viewing angles.

Disadvantages:

little RAM for Android 7;
low quality of shooting on any of the cameras;
low matrix resolution.

Best budget 10-inch tablets

Many users perceive tablet computers as a replacement for a laptop. In this case, compact devices with a display diagonal of 7 or 8 inches cannot be called a suitable choice. This is due to the fact that screens in the budget class of devices usually do not differ in high resolution. Because of this, the display of compact models simultaneously accommodates a rather modest amount of information. If you often need to work with documents, customer databases, or you just like to comfortably browse the Internet, then 10-inch tablets should be preferred.

1.Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.1 SM-T585 16Gb

Can't decide which is the best tablet for gaming? Be sure to check out the Galaxy Tab A 10.1. This device was released in 2016, so you shouldn't count on the current OS. But if, first of all, you are not interested in new functions, but in stable operation, good autonomy and excellent quality of technology, then there are not many tablets on sale before 182 $that fit these criteria.

A good 10.1-inch Samsung tablet received a proprietary Exynos 7870 processor, a Mali-T830 graphics core, as well as 2 RAM and 16 gigabytes of internal memory. The screen of the device has a resolution of 1920 x 1200 pixels. It is quite bright, and thanks to the light sensor, which is often absent in newer models, the display brightness is adjusted automatically. The battery capacity is also pleasing - as much as 7300 mAh.

Advantages:

fast work of the system;
gaming performance;
screen quality and brightness;
battery life;
good main camera.

Disadvantages:

no illumination of touch buttons;
inconvenient speaker placement.

2.HUAWEI MediaPad T5 10 16Gb LTE

The TOP-4 tablets with a diagonal of 10.1 inches are continued by a good and high-quality model from Huawei. The appearance of MediaPad T5 corresponds to the general style of the devices of the Chinese brand. The metal body pleasantly cools the hand, does not play or creak. Only the antenna strip is made of plastic. Among the wireless modules, by the way, there are Bluetooth 4.2 and Wi-Fi with support for the 802.11ac standard.

You can also go online on one of the best tablets in combination with price and quality through a mobile network. The tablet computer supports both 3G and LTE.

On board is installed Android 8.0 with a proprietary EMUI shell of the same version. In general, there are no complaints about it, but buyers criticize some of the features of the Huawei branded launcher (evaluate the device before buying). The tablet is equipped with a proprietary Kirin 659 "gem", 2 GB of RAM and Mali-T830 graphics. Yes, the "filling" is far from top solutions, but there are no problems with it: if you donate settings, then even the latest projects from Google Play will work here.

Advantages:

fast work;
excellent build;
loud speaker;
copes with rather heavy games;
good performance;
OTG supported;
stability of LTE and GPS.

Disadvantages:

power supply unit only 1A.

3. Lenovo Tab E10 TB-X104L 3Gb 32Gb

The next in the ranking of tablets is a simple model from Lenovo. The device received 3 gigabytes of RAM and 32 GB of internal memory. The latter, if necessary, can be expanded by another 128 GB at the expense of microSD cards. The device also has a tray for nano SIM cards and support for 3G / LTE.

The 1280x800 pixel resolution makes the tablet better suited for schoolchildren looking for a simple learning assistant. At the same time, thanks to such a screen, he will be able to cope with some new games, albeit at low graphic settings. Otherwise, this is a typical inexpensive solution in a plastic case.

Advantages:

high-quality sound (two stereo speakers);
3GB of RAM;
holds a charge perfectly;
the amount of built-in memory;
price from 154 $;
operation of wireless modules.

Disadvantages:

sometimes slows down;
the cameras are not impressive.

4.Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.1 SM-T515 32Gb

And finally, here it is - the perfect affordable tablet of 2020. The tablet computer case is made of metal and looks very stylish. The thickness of the Galaxy Tab A 10.1 is less than 8 mm, although the manufacturer has placed a sufficiently capacious 6150 mAh battery inside. The tablet display is bright, with excellent color performance and high WUXGA resolution at 224 dpi. Dynamics in Galaxy Tab A 10.1 two. They are good, but only located at the bottom (sideways in landscape orientation).

The main and front cameras are quite good here - at 8 and 5 MP.

The performance of the SM-T515 is sufficient for any task, from watching videos to modern games. Of course, in some projects the graphics quality will not be maximum, but you can achieve comfortable work in any application. Also, in their reviews, buyers of the tablet note the convenience and stability of the shell. Android 9.0 is installed out of the box as the operating system. However, please note that this is a new model, so it will also be updated.

Advantages:

8-core Exynos 7904 processor;
sound subsystem Dolby Atmos;
reasonable price tag;
gorgeous viewing angles;
availability of USB Type-C;
you can turn on the child mode;
luxurious metal body;
battery life.

Disadvantages:

speakers on one side;
2 GB of RAM isn't enough for everyone.

5. Digma CITI 1903 4G

Are you planning to buy a cheap tablet for two SIM cards? Digma CITY 1903 4G will be an excellent choice for any task. The device is equipped with a 6000 mAh battery, capable of providing 8 hours of operation at maximum load and 5 days of autonomy in standby mode. The processor in this unit is modest - a 4-core MT8735 at 1 GHz. Together with the graphics from Mali, this leaves no hope at all for the possibility of launching something more powerful than projects like "Angry Birds". But with video, instant messengers, a browser and other simple applications, the tablet does not have any problems. Thanks to the Android 6.0 system and 2 GB of RAM, this tablet without bells and whistles can hold several applications in memory at the same time. A bright 10.1-inch matrix (1280x800), as well as a good, albeit single speaker, allow you to enjoy watching movies and TV shows. All this is complemented by 32 GB of ROM, when most competitors offer 2 times less built-in storage.

Advantages:

uninterrupted operation of the OS;
the amount of RAM;
work in LTE networks;
built-in storage capacity;
good and bright display;
good level of autonomy.

Disadvantages:

inconvenient virtual keyboard;
the case heats up significantly during operation;
the quality of the glass covering the screen.

6.Huawei MediaPad T3 10 16GB LTE

The undisputed leader among inexpensive 10-inch tablets is the MediaPad T3 10 from the Chinese brand Huawei. The device runs Android 7 Nougat and is equipped with a bright 9.6-inch matrix (1280x800 pixels). The "filling" of the tablet is quite typical for the price in 168 $: Snapdragon 425, Adreno graphics, 2 GB of RAM. The built-in storage in the MediaPad T3 is only 16 GB, so you will have to buy an additional microSD card (up to 128 GB) to download videos and music. Of the wireless modules, a reliable tablet with a beautiful bright screen has Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and LTE modules. The latter, by the way, supports all bands common in the Russian Federation.

Advantages:

perfectly assembled device;
the screen is high-quality and bright;
flawlessly working system;
durable metal back;
reasoned price tag.

Disadvantages:

insufficient internal memory;
applications are installed only on the internal storage.

What inexpensive tablet to buy

For navigation in a car, experts recommend choosing compact models of tablet computers that can be conveniently fixed in the car. In this case, you need to pay attention to the speed of finding satellites, the quality of the screen and its readability in the sun, as well as the presence of slots for SIM. If you are looking for a good "reading room" for learning and recreation, a good device for movies or simple games, you should choose devices with a diagonal of 10 inches, presented in the third category of our rating of inexpensive tablets.