iPad from Apple(if you do not take into account the price) remains the “gold standard” among tablets, however, in 2014, manufacturers released many products, each of which is superior to its competitors in some way. NVIDIA, for example, offers the Tegra Note 7 LTE as the optimal gaming “tablet,” Sony boasts the “diver” Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact, and Microsoft Surface Pro 3, which is positioned as the best choice for productive work and a full-fledged laptop replacement. ABOUT best models, released in 2014 (and often still not increased in price) - read in the final selection of Vesti.Hitek.
Due to unpredictable fluctuations in the dollar exchange rate, it is better to purchase a new gadget in advance. As always, Apple was the first to set the trend, at the end of November. 16 GB iPad Air 2 in just a few days rose in price from 24,490 to 28,490 rubles, and the iPad mini 3 with the same amount of memory began to be sold for 22,990 rubles instead of the previous 19,490. The new pricing policy affected the iPhone, MacBooks and other devices. In mid-December, prices began to rise again, while Apple completely suspended the operation of its online store in Russia - apparently to wait for the ruble exchange rate to stabilize and understand at what level it is worth setting new price tags.
Electronics manufacturers from Asia will soon follow the example of the American company, the Kommersant newspaper reported on December 8. In particular, due to the weakening of the ruble. Prices for all their products are expected to rise by about 15-30% by the end of the month. The cost of equipment will increase gradually as new batches are imported.
iPad Air 2
This fall, the 9.7-inch iPad received several important improvements that make it the best tablet Apple has ever released. Firstly, the new model has “lost weight” to 6.1 millimeters, becoming 18% thinner than the 1st generation iPad Air, and the weight has decreased by 34 grams - to 444 g. Secondly, the “king of tablets” has been given some filling , which made it many times faster than last year’s iPad. Thirdly, the iPad Air 2 has a Touch ID fingerprint sensor.
Other improvements include a thinner, laminated screen, an increase in rear camera resolution to 8 megapixels (with support for burst shooting, panoramas, Full HD video), an M8 motion coprocessor and a barometer.
When testing the iPad Air 2, we found that its computing capabilities are almost comparable to a laptop. In the Geekbench 3 Multi-Core Score benchmark, the 3-core A8X chip was able to squeeze out about 4500 points - slightly less than MacBook Air 13 in the basic configuration (4792 points). And although the battery capacity has decreased slightly, the new “fruit” tablet should provide at least 10 hours of continuous operation.
On the other hand, in terms of functionality, the iPad Air 2 has hardly changed, and it is little superior to the 2013 model. It makes sense to do a “new thing” if you want to hold an even lighter and thinner tablet in your hands; Touch ID and/or a 128 GB drive is vital for you. But if you have never had a “tablet” before or you are the owner of outdated models, you can think about purchasing an iPad Air 2 if the price does not put you off.
In the company's official online store, the iPad Air 2 is sold for 28,490 rubles. How much does it cost? simple model, with a Wi-Fi module and 16 gigabytes of memory. In the maximum configuration (128 GB, Wi-Fi + 3G) the device will cost 46,990 rubles.
Sony Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact
"Tablet-diver" inherited all the "chips" of the flagship Sony series: elegant design, thin body (6.4 mm - slightly thicker than the iPad Air 2), glass front panel. In addition, the 8-inch Z3 is water and dust resistant. In particular, it is not afraid of even low-pressure water jets and staying up to 30 minutes in fresh water at a depth of 1.5 m.
In the review, we noted the low screen resolution of the Z3. It has good anti-glare properties, large viewing angles and high contrast, but the IPS matrix (1920x1200) is inferior to the iPad mini 3 (2048x1536) and Galaxy Tab S 8.4 (2560x1600). We also didn’t like the lack of a “conversational” speaker: you can only communicate in hands-free mode or via a Bluetooth headset.
Cleaning power (Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 quad-core system with clock frequency 2.5 GHz, Adreno 330 graphics, 3 gigabytes RAM) of the Z3 tablet is quite high. Such hardware will ensure smooth operation of even resource-intensive applications and heavy games.
In Russian online stores, the Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact (16 GB) can be ordered for 19-20 thousand rubles (hereinafter, Yandex.Market data) with a manufacturer’s warranty. A model with support for LTE networks will cost 2-3 thousand more.
A “reference” tablet that is sold with the latest version of the Android operating system - 5.0 (Lollipop). The Taiwanese company HTC helped Google with its production. The device is equipped with a 64-bit NVIDIA Tegra K1 processor, 2 gigabytes of RAM and an 8.9-inch display (2048x1536) with an aspect ratio of 3:4.
The battery is quite capacious - 6700 mAh. The tablet also has two cameras: an 8-megapixel front and a 1.6-megapixel rear. HTC Nexus 9 was expected in Russia by November, but its sales have not yet officially begun. You can buy a new product from “gray” retailers for about 24-27 thousand rubles.
NVIDIA Tegra Note 7 LTE
is a compact tablet designed for the needs of gamers. The gaming “tablet” is equipped with a 4-core NVIDIA Tegra 4 processor (1.8 GHz), graphics NVIDIA GeForce and 1 gigabyte of RAM. The screen is a 7-inch IPS panel.
For a 7-inch tablet, the Tegra Note is quite heavy - 372 grams, and not that compact (thickness more than 1 cm, width - 12 cm, height - 20 cm). However, the extra grip space will, on the contrary, come in handy. But the display could be better. Its resolution is low - 1280x800 pixels (density - 216 pixels per inch), while a year ago Full HD was taken as the standard for 7" tablets.
Since the main purpose of Tegra Note 7 is games and resource-intensive applications, it copes with its task very well. In benchmarks, NVIDIA's "heart" showed very decent results, and any games we ran on the device ran with excellent frame rates, even in polygon-rich scenes.
There were no complaints about how the tablet “holds” its charge either. The battery capacity (4100 mAh) is enough to watch videos in high definition for more than 10 hours without stopping, or play titles with advanced 3D graphics for about 4 hours. Features of the “tablet”: magnets built into the case (that is, you can hang it, for example, on the refrigerator and watch a movie), support for LTE and updates to Android 5.0 (Lollipop), powerful speakers and a stylus.
The device (in the Russian Federation sold under the Etuline brand) can be ordered in online stores for about 12 thousand rubles.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 8.4
The screen size is the most optimal - 8.4 inches (2560x1600 pixels), and it is also made using Super AMOLED technology. The colors on such a matrix look more rich and vibrant, and the viewing angles are wider compared to “regular” LCD panels. The main camera is also quite good: it uses an 8-megapixel module with autofocus and flash.
Under the hood of the Tab S 8.4 there is an 8-core Exynos 5 Octa 5240 chip, Mali-T628 graphics, 3 GB of RAM. In synthetic tests, the Samsung tablet is easily ahead of last year's flagship Galaxy S4, as well as the LG G Pad 8.3. Of the built-in 16 GB, only 11 and a half are available to the user, but it supports large-capacity microSD cards - up to 128 GB. A special feature of the device is a built-in fingerprint scanner built into the Home button.
The Tab S 8.4 boasts an outstanding Super AMOLED screen, a thin (6.6 mm) and light body and strong performance. It can be criticized for its unoriginal design with an abundance of plastic and a high starting price. The cost of a model with 16 GB of memory and a cellular communication module is approximately 24-26 thousand rubles.
Huawei MediaPad X1
— a compact “tablet” made in stylish design. Its thickness (7.2 mm) and weight (239 grams) are even less than last year's Google Nexus 7, which can be considered the standard for 7-inch Android tablets. Moreover, about 80% of the entire front surface of the device is occupied by the display.
On the other hand, due to its large capacity, the MediaPad X1 takes quite a long time to charge. It will take at least three and a half hours to fully replenish the battery. In addition, the first time the battery needs to be charged for about 12 hours. Another drawback of the MediaPad X1 is the year before last Android version(4.2.2 Jelly Bean).
In Huawei stores, the MediaPad X1 is sold at a very reasonable price - 12-13 thousand rubles with a 3G module.
Surface Pro 3
Surface Pro 3 - actually touch laptop, only without keyboard included. It features a full-size USB port 3.0 for connecting a keyboard, mouse and other peripheral devices, mini DisplayPort for an external monitor, microSD slot for memory cards.
The Pro 3 is also “computer” stuffing: 4th generation Intel Core (Core i3, Core i5 and Core i7 options are available), a flash drive with a capacity of 64 to 512 GB and RAM from 4 to 8 GB. The resolution of the 12-inch display is 2160x1440 pixels. The tablet also supports input using a stylus, has a fan cooling system and is capable of transmitting video to an external 4K monitor.
Pro 3 runs on full-fledged Windows 8 (with support for all applications), and when you connect a keyboard cover, the Type Cover turns into a full-fledged laptop.
The main drawback of the device is the price. For the Surface Pro 3 you will have to pay about the same as for a top-end laptop, that is, about 70 thousand rubles. Moreover, this is how much a tablet costs in its basic configuration, with 64 GB of memory and 8 GB of RAM. In addition, you will have to buy an additional keyboard.
Acer Iconia A3-A11
If an important criterion is the tablet’s ability to produce high-quality sound, you can consider purchasing. Dolby Digital Plus support emulates six-channel (5.1) surround sound for headphones and reduces background noise, while the large, 10.1-inch display and long battery life make the tablet excellent for watching movies.
True, the screen resolution of the gadget is very modest: 1280x800 pixels, and the density for a 10.1-inch panel is quite small: 149 ppi. Iconia A3-A11 also has a very budget design: unremarkable white matte plastic back panel and safety glass screen are united by a silver frame, and back panel It bends quite a lot in the middle. In addition, compared to its competitors, the device looks “thick” (10.15 mm) and heavy (522 grams).
The 10.1-inch Acer Iconia A3-A11 is relatively inexpensive. For a model with 16 GB of memory they ask for about 12 thousand rubles.
3Q Glaze
- one more budget option. The device will please its owner with a very thin case thickness (6.44 millimeters), acceptable weight (294 g) and generally good performance for its level. Glaze is equipped with a 4-core Cortex-A9 processor with a clock frequency of 1.6 GHz, mali-400 MP4 graphics and a gigabyte of RAM.
The resolution of the 7.85-inch display is 1024x768 pixels (density 163 pixels per inch). There is no oleophobic coating, and the surface quickly becomes covered with fingerprints. The built-in memory is small: 8 gigabytes, of which only 4.6 GB is available to the user. You can connect microSD cards to Glaze, but they are of small capacity (up to 32 GB).
3Q Glaze is the most affordable of the models presented in the review. You can buy a tablet for about 6-8 thousand rubles.
The review was prepared by Oleg Ilyukhin with the participation of Andrey Borzenko and Nikolay Belkin
In this review, we present to you 11, without a doubt, the best budget tablets available for purchase in Russia in 2014. All budget tablets that you can find in the review have been reviewed by our experts.
Just two years ago there was no such thing as a budget tablet, or at least devices that could be called that. The tablet market is definitely on the rise today. And today we would like to select and rank the eleven best budget tablets of 2014 available in Russia.
When shopping for a budget tablet in 2014, you have a few things to consider, so you shouldn't limit yourself to just our selection of this year's budget tablets.
The first thing you need to remember is that a tablet that costs less than 12,000 rubles will not be able to compete with the iPad 4 in terms of features and performance.
You should still be looking to buy a budget tablet with best characteristics for its price. The main areas to look for are: built-in memory, screen size, display pixel density, processor, battery life, dimensions and weight. In all of these hardware categories - with the exception of tablet sizes - bigger is always better. For example, a dual-core processor will likely be better than a single-core processor, and a 323 pixels per inch screen will look much better than a 132 pixels per inch screen.
The last thing you should know is that most of the budget tablets on the market run on operating Android system from Google. This is not a bad thing at all as the OS is easy to use and is improving every day. This also means you are limited to the app store Google Play, and again, in the opinion of an expert, this is not so bad. The Google Play Store has a great selection of apps, movies, books, magazines, and songs available for download. Just make sure you work with latest version Android, and the tablet offers access to the Google Play store.
So, let's go. Eleven best budget tablets of 2014:
Rating: 4/5.
It is relatively difficult to give the ASUS Fonepad 7 LTE an unambiguous rating, because the tablet, in our opinion, is not suitable for everyone. For those looking for 7- inch tablet that can make calls, the ASUS Fonepad 7 LTE is certainly worth considering, although we're not entirely sure what you'll want to do phone calls from a 7-inch tablet.
If you're just looking for a 7-inch tablet, you might find a better deal elsewhere. We really liked the Memo Pad 7 from ASUS (RUR 6,000), we also like the Nexus 7 (RUR 7,000) and Motorola Moto G (RUB 8,000), although we recommend the latter as the most profitable smartphone. Well, for 13,000 rubles you can count on a brilliant 7-inch tablet or smartphone.
10. GoClever Tab R974
Rating: 3.5/5
One of the best budget tablets we've seen, the GoClever Tab R974 suffers from a number of issues common to budget tablets, including poor screen resolution and poor build quality. But it has a great feature set and decent performance. If 10,000 rubles is your limit, and you are looking for a 10-inch budget tablet, this is a good buy.
9. Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8.9
Rating: 4/5
Kindle Fire HD 8.9 offers good value prices and quality for those who are satisfied with Amazon's restrictions. For most users this won't matter at all as it's certainly not a bad system, especially if you intend to use the tablet primarily as a book. There is nothing to complain about the hardware, with the exception of not the most convenient buttons - an excellent screen for the money, but the application store is characterized by a meager selection compared to Google Play, but an unpretentious user will find everything he needs.
8. Archos 80Titanium
Rating: 4/5
The Archos 80 Titanium proves that you can get a decent tablet without breaking the bank. Its screen may not offer high resolution, but it is a good IPS panel that is no more than one and a half times worse than the iPad Mini. Performance is also good, as is build quality, although the camera leaves much to be desired. If you're on a budget or want to buy a tablet for your child, this is a great choice.
Rating: 4/5
A budget Android tablet with brilliant weapons. Acer Iconia A1 can be called one of the best tablets in terms of price-quality ratio. If you are looking for a tablet to surf the Internet, social networks and watching videos, you don't have to look beyond A1. The fact that the tablet offers a MicroSD card slot makes it a very attractive device for 7,500 rubles.
6. AmazonKindleFireHD (2013)
Rating: 4/5
Since the Fire HD was first reviewed, Amazon has released an update that adds new feature: FreeTime. This option turns the Kindle into a great tablet for kids, allowing you to create separate user profiles and set screen time. It's helpful that you can set limits on different formats, so your child doesn't end up playing on the tablet all day.
If you can easily live with a limited amount of memory (8 GB), the price tag of six thousand rubles makes the tablet an excellent choice, best for your child.
5. Barnes & Noble Nook HD
Rating: 4/5
There's little fault with its hardware, although at this price it's hard to find fault with anything. Since the Nook isn't limited to Barnes & Noble's content repository, surprisingly, it becomes an interesting proposition. An easy to use, well-built tablet at a great price.
Rating: 4/5
Costing just 6,000 rubles, the Asus Memo Pad 7 is truly impressive, not to mention the attractive design and strong build, the tablet boasts hardware that is well inferior to tablets with a much higher price tag. A screen with a higher resolution than its peers, front speakers and much more. If you're considering a budget tablet for 2014, like the Tesco Hudl, Kindle Fire HD or even the Nexus 7, the Asus Memo Pad 7 is also worth a look.
3. Tesco Hudl
Rating: 4/5
Tesco Hudl is a budget tablet for 2014 with a great design and good build quality. Basic technical specifications better than the tablet's price might suggest. You can count on good processor and the quality of the 7-inch screen. A MicroSD card slot and a Micro-HDMI port are two more reasons to choose Hudl over Google and Amazon alternatives.
2. Advent Vega Tegra Note 7
Rating: 4/5
For its price, the Advent Vega offers more than the Tesco Hudl in almost every way. Google's new Nexus 7 is certainly better, but mostly for its good screen and long battery life battery life, but it also costs 2,500 rubles more and does not have a slot for a MicroSD card. If you're in the market for a budget Android tablet, the Tegra Note 7 is a great choice.
Rating: 4.5/5
The 2013 Asus Nexus 7 became more expensive than the original model, although it saw only minor changes in design, although the exceptional performance gains and decent camera justify the increase in price. It still lacks MicroSD, but for most consumers it's the best 7-inch tablet on the market.
Tablets are entering our world at a rapid pace. Just a few years ago they were a curiosity for many people, but now you have such a variety of choices that even the most daring electronics market analyst could not have dreamed of in 2010, when “tablets” were just beginning their climb to the top. "
And with choices come decisions—hard decisions. You avoid the tall ones Apple prices, join the Android team and look for best alternative iPad? Or are you an Apple fan and use one of the most popular tablets in the world?
In the process of creating our in-depth review, we did not ignore new iPad mini 2 with retina display and . And below you can see what places they occupy in the ranking.
The Amazon Kindle Fire HDX is coming to the market, and we'll talk about that too - we have high hopes for affordable yet high-powered tablets.
We have made your choice easier and collected information about the 10 best tablets available in Russia today.
And for those of you who are still new to this whole tablet fever, we will bring you up to date and tell you what a tablet is.
In general terms, modern tablet computers can boast touch screens diagonal from 7 to 13 inches. These parameters are by no means static, and the lines may become blurred as smartphones get larger displays - the 5.7-inch Samsung is an example Galaxy Note 3 and the huge 6.44-inch Sony Xperia Z Ultra.
Physical keyboards are also rare, but there are exceptions such as the Asus Transformer Pad Infinity and Mircosoft Surface Pro 2, which feature a tablet keyboard dock.
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10. Tesco Hudl
What is it – Tesco supermarket has decided to start producing tablets? What next - Argos will also make their own? Wait a minute... that aside, the Hudl tablet is super cheap, it's the $192 model at Android based, which will outshine other tablets with a price of up to $200.
For its price, the Hudl is very well equipped, sporting a solid design and a very decent 7-inch display. The Android OS it ships with will satisfy those who aren't fans of the various interface overlays that exist, and the addition of a slot for microSD cards also cannot be ignored.
Of course, Hudl won't blow you away with super-fast performance, although the quad-core processor means powerful hardware. The quality of the built-in camera leaves much to be desired, but this is not surprising considering the price of the tablet.
Brief conclusion
If you can afford to spend $300, we'd still recommend the Google Nexus 7 as the best tablet on the market for its price. If you intend to spend about half that amount, then we don't see any other alternative to a compact Hudl.
9. iPad mini
Former Apple boss Steve Jobs heavily criticized small tablets a few years ago, leading many to believe that the Cupertino company would never flutter in the budget segment of the market, but here we are.
In terms of continuity in the tablet market, Apple has no equal, since these products now claim the first two places in our top ten, although the iPad mini is no longer the diamond in the sparkling crown - it has already been trampled by the updated Google Nexus 7 and the next model from Google.
Now, on new version Mini, we have all the retina display magic we hoped for. The old Mini isn't bad either - we'd just recommend paying close attention to the newer model first.
Brief conclusion
When it launched, we dubbed the iPad mini "the best iPad Apple has ever made," and while that title is now claimed by , this compact tablet is still good choice for the buyer on a budget.
If the screen makes a repulsive impression on you, do not worry, because the iPad mini 2 came out with a retina display - but even despite this fact, the first Mini is quite good and competitive.
8.Microsoft Surface Pro 2
"Ding-ding", round two. Here's Microsoft's second-generation Windows 8 tablet, which improves on its predecessor and delivers a seamless tablet-laptop hybrid experience.
When it comes to portability, the Surface Pro 2 won't win any awards - it's big and heavy, but if you're looking for a powerful business tablet, the Pro 2 is one of the best (if not the best) available.
Microsoft has improved the Pro 2 in many ways over the original Surface Pro, bringing an updated Windows 8.1 OS. strong processor Intel, improved battery life and a two-position folding foot.
Brief conclusion
The Surface Pro 2 doesn't offer the best native user experience, but if you're looking for a device that blurs the lines between laptop and tablet, then it's definitely worth a look.
Having a comfortable qwerty keyboard, large screen and package Microsoft Office It's undeniably a business machine, but it also offers something quite different from the iPad and Android devices.
Still, it’s expensive, which means get ready to shell out at least $1,000 for basic version– plus all this you will need keyboard.
7.Google Nexus 10
The 10.1-inch display is one of the most common talking points about the Google Nexus 10. At 299 pixels per inch, it's the highest resolution in the world found on a 10-inch tablet - so much for Apple and your retina screens.
If you're looking for something that packs even more pixels, you'll need to trade down on screen size for the 7-inch Nexus 7, which has a resolution of 323 pixels per inch.
Also, this tablet shows great job. Aside from the fact that he takes a while to process panoramic photos, we never felt like he was struggling to keep up with his duties. It is always fast and trouble-free, no matter what tasks we throw at it.
Sure, the Nexus 10 may not look as stunning or have as good a design as the iPad, and the lack of storage expansion won't please some, but overall the Nexus 10 gives you quality functionality with a larger screen and Android OS than should not be neglected.
Brief conclusion
Google Nexus 10 is definitely one of the best Android tablets available in the market. And while it's not nearly as excellent value for money as the Nexus 7, this tablet is almost as good as Apple's pricey iPad Air. You won't be disappointed if you pay your dues for your purchase. amount.
6. Amazon Kindle Fire HDX 7
More meager and simpler, but more powerful than its predecessor. Amazon continued its fun with the Amazon Kindle Fire HDX 7, and it looks like it's keeping up with the new Nexus 7.
On paper, Amazon's latest 7-inch tablet more than meets the requirements, boasting a 2.2GHz quad-core processor, 2GB of RAM, and a full resolution HD, up to 64GB of hard drive storage, and prices starting at $300.
However, in reality it is not a product completely similar to the Nexus 7 - Amazon's heavily modified Fire 3.0 operating system lacks many of the functions of "pure" Android, plus the tablet's interface is "tailored" for shopping on the services of the world's largest online store.
Brief conclusion
For the trade-off in shopping services, the Kindle Fire HDX 7 gets simplicity and ease of use. We'd like to call it the type of tablet you'd hand to someone less tech-savvy, but those devices don't usually have as good hardware as this one.
If you're a heavy user or heavily invested in the Amazon ecosystem, the Kindle Fire HDX 7 is a good buy. And for those who want a little more functionality, we can advise taking the Nexus 7; if you have a thicker wallet, then pay attention to iPad mini 2.
5. LG G Pad 8.3
What is this? LG entered the TOP 8 The best smartphones 2014, and now it is in the top five best tablets? Is this brand making a comeback?
Well, when you make an Android tablet with the same design as this tablet, maybe it's time to start quietly worrying about Samsung. Instead of plastic, this model has a nice aluminum body, and the ability to connect to other Android phones makes it a viable solution for a wider range of users.
One might wonder if the Snapdragon 600 processor is too underpowered for a tablet that costs almost $450. However, as LG says, this approach allowed them to create a more elegant design that is consistent with the traditions of the Korean brand.
Brief conclusion
We really liked the G Pad 8.3, and the fact that it didn't place very high on our list was due to its slightly faster battery drain than we expected - but it has a lot more positives.
It's the closest competitor to the iPad Mini in terms of design, and it's a sleek, sleek tablet that's not a shame to take out. cover.
4. Sony Xperia Tablet Z
Elegant, powerful, iconic - all these words can describe the impressive tablet from Sony.
This brand works hard in the field mobile technologies for a few years now, but now the combination of SonyXperia and Tablet Z shows that the Japanese brand is bringing us devices that people can finally truly aspire to own.
And here is one of the qualities that we liked about the Tablet Z: it is light, really light, and its entire design emphasizes with its entire appearance that this is an elite model. Sony has exceeded expectations in this regard and released a tablet that would not look out of place in a business class lounge or at the center of a home entertainment complex.
It's also waterproof, a quality you might not experience often, but it makes the tablet durable. And this frees your thoughts from worries when you handle such an expensive thing.
Brief conclusion
Featuring a super-thin body, an impressive screen and plenty of installed applications Sony Xperia Tablet Z is one of the best gadgets that are available at the beginning of 2014.
The quality of the Tablet Z is evident from the moment you take it out of your bag, and the fast guts and impressive weight are enough to warrant a hearty recommendation.
It's no iPad Air, but we're still excited to see what Sony has in store for 2014 in terms of its next models.
3. Google Nexus 7
The new Nexus 7 takes the place of Google's original 7-inch version from 2012. It's powered by a 1.5GHz quad-core processor, 2GB of RAM, and comes with 16GB or 32GB of hard drive space.
Available at just 260g, it's the perfect tablet to toss into your bag and rush to your local supermarket. Or, it might as well help you out on a long road trip, with tons of apps, decent battery life, and that latest 7-inch IPS display with a high resolution of 1920 x 1200 and 323 pixels per inch.
It's slightly more expensive than the previous model when it launched, with prices starting at $320 for the 16GB version, up to $390 for the 32GB version. And it’s worth remembering that operating system also takes part of this memory to ensure the new Android 4.4 KitKat works successfully.
Plus, initially there is a 4G option... no, wait, this is not yet available in Russia either, but at least it is appearing.
But the tablet has some high-tech features, a low-risk upgrade policy, and it's built in a way that feels both premium quality and durable enough to carry around the house. In our opinion, this is a good combination.
Brief conclusion
If you're looking to buy a tablet now and are already a little immersed in the Android ecosystem, we see no reason not to go for the Nexus 7.
If you haven't paid any attention to Android at all, then you're in a good position to start. You might consider the iPad mini 2, which is suitable for those who have accumulated a lot of purchases from App Store, but it's not as affordable as the new Nexus 7.
The new iPad Mini jumped into second place, beating out everything the new Nexus 7 has to offer, but it's the tablet battle many were expecting. For the more sensible among you, if you're in the market for a decent tablet, the new Nexus 7 is out competition.
2. iPad Mini 2 with retina display
Look at this - Apple took the top two spots in our tablet roundup. You'll either love it or hate it, but we can't deny that Apple makes the best tablets on the market today.
The iPad Air sits just ahead of the Mini 2 because it's more competitively priced and has a larger screen for iPad apps.
But this device is far from limited. It's got a ton of stylish features, from the aluminum lid, the super-fast A7 processor, and that screen... it's something we should have had last year, but even twelve months later the iPad Mini 2 is still impressive.
Brief conclusion
The iPad Mini 2 is actually slightly swallowed up by changes to the Air's design - the larger tablet is now increasingly encroaching on "portable tablet" territory.
However, the Mini 2 has the same number of pixels in a smaller area, resulting in better text and image clarity - and without affecting the device's performance or battery life, which is a miracle in itself.
If only it were a little cheaper, we'd have at the moment two five-star tablets available on the market - but even so, if you're looking for an excellent tablet in the small-size category (and you're not too worried about the price, you're a moneybag), then the Mini 2 doesn't even come close. compare.
1. iPad Air
We have a new player number 1! If you've already read our review of the iPad Air, you'll be in for no surprises as Apple's latest tablet is first in line for a five-star rating on .
People scoffed when Apple launched the first iPad, but the sector has grown exponentially since the first-generation model was released, and with the Air tablet, the Cupertino firm has finally put the finishing touches on it. general formula success of their tablets.
The impressive design coupled with a thinner and lighter body contributed to the creation of a high-end and truly beautiful tablet, and the presence powerful processors Apple's A7 and M7 under the hood means it handles even the toughest tasks very quickly.
Of course, the price tag is still quite big numbers, but they're comparable to those of the Sony Xperia Tablet Z and the like, finally making the iPad Air a contender in the massive gaming market... and with that in mind, it's unbeatable.
Brief conclusion
"Not only is it Apple's best tablet, it's the only tablet you should consider if you like a bigger screen." Here's our verdict when we put together our in-depth review of the iPad Air. While the Xperia Tablet Z is good, the Air is simply great and rightfully takes first place in our rating.
If you want the best tablet on the market, stop your search. iPad Air is your choice. The Apple tablet has once again won the top spot for the company from Cupertino, but the fight for the palm does not stop for a second, and in 2014 it promises to be hotter than ever.
Let us remind you that not so long ago we chose, where the first place also went to an Apple device.
The third and final part of our review of the best tablets of early 2014 concerns inexpensive tablets that anyone can afford! Let's look at some of the most interesting devices.
MeMO Pad HD 7 is the epitome of value for money! It is not a competitor to the Nexus 7 or other similar tablets because... it is much cheaper, but still there is something to look at in its characteristics: good IPS screen, 4-core processor, 2 cameras. Great tablet for its price!
Key Features:Quad-core processor 1.2 GHz, 1 GB of RAM, 16 GB of internal memory, two cameras of 5 and 1.2 MP, 7-inch screen (1280 * 800 pixels).
Price: from 5,500 rubles
2. Amazon Kindle Fire HD (2013)
The 2012 tablet received a lot of enthusiastic responses from fans and industry experts. New model not far from her ancestor. The main change is appearance. For ~6500 rubles you will get a good-looking “tablet” with a decent screen and a good battery. But please note that there are no cameras in this tablet, and all software will need to be downloaded from the special Amazon Appstore.
Resume: New life for the good old Kindle Fire HD
Key Features: Dual-core processor 1.5 GHz, 1 GB of RAM, 8/16 GB of internal memory, 7-inch screen (1280 * 800 pixels).
Price: from 6,500 rubles
The tablet produced by Barnes&Noble is a rare guest in Russian stores, but it is worthy of some attention! For example, it has one of the best displays among all competitors in its class. And unlike the Kindle Fire, you won't be locked into one ecosystem (like Amazon).
Resume: One of best screens among small tablets, and there is also a full-fledged Google Play!
Key Features: Dual-core processor 1.3 GHz, 1 GB of RAM, 8/16 GB of internal memory, 7-inch screen (1440 * 900 pixels).
Price: from 4,700 rubles
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