Top Tablets of 2024

With large smartphones becoming the norm and foldable devices increasing their market share every year, some believe that tablets are a dying breed. This could not be further from the truth. This year, we were treated to a new lineup of iPads, including the ultra-powerful iPad Pro M4. Android OEMs also pulled up their socks and put out fine tablets this year. OnePlus, which is fairly new to the tablet game, launched the second iteration of its highly successful Pad. To showcase the incredible releases of the year, here are our picks for the best tablets of 2024.

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Apple iPad Pro

Key Specs

The iPad Pro was one of the best tablets to be launched in 2024. One of Apple’s finest products across all categories, 2024’s iPad Pro packs the powerful M4 processor under its hood while retaining a slim profile. In fact, at 5.1mm, it is thinner than the iPad Air. There are 2 display sizes on offer – 11 inches and 13 inches. The Ultra Retina Tandem OLED panel has a 120Hz refresh rate and can reach a peak brightness of 1,600 nits while playing HDR content. Pair this with Apple Pencil compatibility and you’ve got yourself a winner.

Pros

• Slim form factor
• M4 processor
• Elite performance

Buy on Amazon for Rs 99,900

Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra

Key Specs

Samsung’s Ultra variant in its Galaxy Tab S10 series remains one of the best tablets around. It has one of the best displays we’ve seen on a tablet so far. The 14.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel has a 120Hz refresh rate and HDR10+ support. This display is surrounded by thin bezels. There is a small rectangular notch on the top bezel to accommodate the front-facing wide and ultrawide cameras. The S10 Ultra has an excellent build, rocking an aluminium back panel and frame. This back panel houses a 12MP primary shooter and an 8MP ultrawide lens. It also has a thin magnetic strip for docking the stylus. On the software front, the Android 14-based One UI 6 does a phenomenal job of incorporating AI features and blending them seamlessly with the stylus’ functionalities. Read our review of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra to learn more.

Pros

• Brilliant display
• Well-rounded cameras
• Premium build

Buy on Amazon for Rs 1,08,999

Apple iPad Air

Key Specs

Let’s be honest – if your primary tasks on a tablet involve media streaming and web browsing, the Apple M4-powered iPad Pro can be a bit of an overkill. Not to mention it costs more than a high-end laptop. This is where the iPad Air comes into play. Powered by the Apple M2 chipset, this tablet can handle any task you throw at it – be it sketching on the Procreate app or binge-watching movies on Netflix. Like its Pro sibling, the iPad Air is available in two display sizes – 11 inches and 13 inches. Instead of an OLED display, the Air variant gets an IPS LCD panel. The 12MP ultrawide selfie camera has been repositioned along the longer bezel on the 2024 model, making video calls easier in landscape mode. The back panel houses a 12MP wide-angle camera. The device supports Apple Pencil 2 and Pencil Pro. Check out our iPad Air review to find out if it is the perfect match for you.

Pros

• Relatively affordable
• Sleek form factor
• Supports Apple Pencil 2 and Pencil Pro

Buy on Amazon for Rs 59,900

OnePlus Pad 2

Key Specs

After garnering a lot of praise for its debut tablet in 2023, OnePlus upped its game and released a second instalment this year. The OnePlus Pad 2 is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC and flaunts a 12.1-inch IPS LCD panel. The aluminium back panel follows the design language established by OnePlus’ flagship smartphone. The round camera cutout at the back houses a 13MP wide-angle camera. Up front, an 8MP selfie camera lies inside the top bezel. The OnePlus Pad 2 has 6 speakers which produce a well-rounded audio output. The 9,510mAh battery pack can power the tablet for up to 40 hours in standby mode. For more details, read our review of the OnePlus Pad 2.

Pros

• Affordable
• Good display
• Clean design

Buy on Amazon for Rs 40,999

Apple iPad Mini

Key Specs

The iPad Mini was one of the best compact tablets to be released in 2024. If portability is your biggest priority, this device will be right up your alley. It has an 8.3-inch Liquid Retina IPS LCD panel with 500 nits of typ brightness. While it may not be powered by an M-series processor, the Apple A17 Pro chipset at the heart of this device is enough to run Apple Intelligence features. There are 2 12MP sensors on this table – a wide-angle camera at the back and an ultrawide selfie lens. The iPad Mini is suitable for artists and digital creators as well, rocking support for Apple Pencil and Apple Pencil Pro. Check out our iPad Mini review for more details.

Pros

• Portable
• Affordable
• Apple Intelligence features

Buy on Amazon for Rs 49,900

Redmi Pad Pro

Key Specs

The midrange Android tablet category was replenished with a lot of exciting devices in 2024. One that particularly caught our attention was the Redmi Pad Pro. We reviewed this tablet soon after it was released and were impressed by its balanced performance and versatile connectivity options. The 5G variant of the tablet costs just Rs 3,000 more than the WiFi model. The device is powered by the Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 SoC. What we like about the Redmi Pad Pro is that it offers expandable storage, which is a rarity in today’s market. Its aluminium build is an added bonus too. Talking about the cameras, the tablet uses 8MP sensors for the rear and selfie lenses. The 12.1-inch IPS LCD panel produces vivid images and has a good touch response.

Pros

• Affordable
• Expandable memory
• Aluminium build

Buy on Amazon for Rs 26,999

Lenovo Tab Plus

Key Specs

The Lenovo Tab Plus makes a strong case for being one of the best budget tablets of 2024. It rocks an 11.5-inch IPS LCD panel with a 90Hz refresh rate and 400 nits of brightness. The tablet draws power from the MediaTek Helio G99 SoC. There are 2 storage options on offer – 128GB and 256GB. On top of that, the tablet supports expandable storage. The JBL speaker system on the Tab Plus is one of its biggest highlights. It takes media streaming to the next level. Another thing that elevates the media viewing experience on the device is its popup stand. Check out our review of the Lenovo Tab Plus.

Pros

• JBL speakers
• Good display
• Expandable storage

Buy on Amazon for Rs 20,998

Realme Pad 2 Lite

Key Specs

While Realme did not release the third instalment in its Pad series this year, it refreshed the lineup with a ‘Lite’ variant. This variant remains one of the best budget tablets to be released in 2024. The device has a 2K 10.95-inch IPS LCD panel with a 90Hz refresh rate and 450 nits of peak brightness. It is powered by the MediaTek Helio G99 processor. The dual-tone colour theme adds to the aesthetic value of the tablet. There are 2 8MP sensors on this tablet, one on the back panel and the other inside the top horizontal bezel. The 8,300mAh battery pack supports 15W charging.

Pros

• Nice design
• Good battery life
• Affordable

Buy on Amazon for Rs 16,973

Honor Pad 9

Key Specs

The Honor Pad 9 may have gone under the radar this year, but it is a rock-solid midrange Android tablet. It is powered by the Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 chipset, which is a 4nm processor. Its 12.1-inch IPS LCD panel has a 120Hz refresh rate. The 13MP rear camera can shoot 4K videos at 30fps. The 8MP selfie camera does a good job on video calls and online meetings. Out of the box, the tablet runs the Android 14-based Magic OS 7.2. The 8,300mAh battery pack under its hood supports 35W charging.

Pros

• Versatile performance
• Good cameras
• Vivid display

Buy on Amazon for Rs 24,999

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Final Thoughts

These are our picks for the best tablets of 2024. If you think there’s a device that deserves to be on this list, give it a shout-out in the comments! While you’re here, check out our list of the top 10 smartphones of 2024.