Thanks to the rise in online classes and work-from-home (WFH) culture due to the Coronavirus pandemic, the tablets market witnessed an increased rate of adoption. The tablet market in India witnessed a whopping 116 percent quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) growth in Q3 2021 and an overall 4 percent rise in the fourth quarter this year, as per Gurugram-based market research firm CMR. A segment once dominated by Apple and Samsung has now seen new entrants such as Nokia, Realme, and even Motorola. Considering the renewed interest among customers in the tablet segment, we have compiled a list of the best tablets you can buy in India right now.
We have separated this list into two categories to cover budget tablets and premium offerings in India. Feel free to use the table of contents below to skip to the product you are interested in.
Best Premium Tablets to Buy in India
iPad Pro 2021Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 SeriesiPad Mini 2021iPad Air 202010.2-inch iPadBest Budget Tablets to Buy in India
Nokia T20Realme PadSamsung Galaxy Tab A7 SeriesMoto Tab G20Lenovo Duet ChromebookBonus: Keep an Eye on Xiaomi Pad 5 India Launch
iPad Pro 2021Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 SeriesiPad Mini 2021iPad Air 202010.2-inch iPad
Nokia T20Realme PadSamsung Galaxy Tab A7 SeriesMoto Tab G20Lenovo Duet Chromebook
Best Premium Tablets to Buy in India
1. iPad Pro 2021
Apple unveiled its first-ever iPads with M1 chips earlier this year, with Face ID support. Available in 11-inch and 12.9-inch display variants, the latter uses the new Liquid Retina XDR display as opposed to the Liquid Retina display of the former tablet. You get up to 16GB of RAM and up to 2TB of storage in the 2021 iPad Pro models.
Pros:
- Liquid Retina XDR mini-LED displayPowered by Apple M1 chipCenter Stage supportIncludes USB-C port
Cons:
If an Android tablet is what you’re after, Samsung’s Galaxy Tab S7 series has got you covered. While you get a 120Hz LCD panel on the Tab S7 and a 60Hz LCD panel on the Tab S7 FE, Samsung has baked a 120Hz Super AMOLED display on the Tab S7 Plus variant. The chipset used here is the Snapdragon 865 Plus, while the S7 FE variant gets Snapdragon 765G.
- Best Android tablet120Hz displayDecent battery lifeS Pen support
Buy Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 (starts at Rs. 63,999)Buy Samsung Galaxy Tab S7+ (starts at Rs. 84,999)Buy Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE (starts at Rs. 44,999)
Apple pleasantly surprised everyone by unveiling the redesigned iPad Mini this year with Touch ID, a USB-C port, and 5G connectivity. Featuring an 8.3-inch Liquid Retina display and A15 Bionic chip, the 6th-gen iPad mini offers a 12MP wide rear camera with up to 5x digital zoom and a 12MP ultrawide front camera.
- Compact iPadLatest A15 Bionic chipIncludes USB-C port
Apple’s iPad Air offers a 10.9-inch Liquid Retina display with minimal bezels and the Apple A14 Bionic chip under the hood. The cameras you get here include a 12MP wide lens and a 7MP front camera. Although it was released last year, the iPad Air supports second-gen Apple Pencil. While the iPad Air is a decent tablet, you could consider waiting for the rumored 2022 refresh or go for the Pro model if budget isn’t a constraint. Then, you will likely be able to buy this tablet for an even affordable price in India.
Pros:
Cons:
- No Face ID supportNo headphone jack
If you’re looking to purchase an iPad without breaking the bank, Apple’s 10.2-inch Retina display iPad is something you should consider. Powered by the A13 Bionic chip with Neural Engine, this iPad supports the first-gen Apple Pencil and smart keyboard. For video calls, you get a 12MP f/2.4 ultrawide selfie camera with 122-degree FOV and support for Center Stage. The rear camera is an 8MP unit with up to 5x digital zoom. For security, Apple’s 10.2-inch iPad uses Touch ID for security.
Best Budget Tablets to Buy in India
6. Nokia T20
In an attempt to attract users looking for a budget tablet, HMD Global brought the Nokia T20 tablet to India last month. Packing a Unisoc T610 chip, the T20 features a 10.4-inch 2K LCD display. As for the cameras, the Nokia T20 tablet comes with a 5MP front camera and an 8MP rear camera, which are good enough for video conferencing apps like Zoom and clicking casual pictures. You get up to 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage on this one.
Buy Nokia T20 from Flipkart (starts at Rs. 15,499)
7. Realme Pad
Another option worth considering is the Realme Pad. It equips a 10.4-inch WUXGA+ LCD display with 2000×1200 pixel resolution and a 82.5% screen-to-body ratio. MediaTek’s 12nm Helio G80 chipset powers this affordable tablet, and you have up to 4GB of RAM and 64GB storage options to choose from.
Buy Realme Pad from Flipkart (starts at Rs. 13,999)
8. Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Series
Those looking for a tablet from Samsung on a budget should consider the Galaxy Tab A7 or Galaxy A7 Lite as their best bet in India. The Galaxy Tab A7 comes with a 10.4-inch LCD display, the Snapdragon 662 SoC, 3GB of RAM, 32GB of internal storage, and a 7,040mAh battery. The camera setup consists of an 8MP rear camera and a 5MP front camera. Coming to the A7 Lite, you get a slightly smaller 8.7-inch LCD display, MediaTek Helio P22T SoC, 3GB of RAM, 32GB of internal storage, and a 5,100mAh battery.
9. Moto Tab G20
Moto Tab G20 is an entry-level tablet featuring an 8-inch HD+ IPS LCD display, MediaTek’s octa-core Helio P22T chip, 3GB of LPDDR4x RAM, and 32GB of internal storage. It comes with a 5MP primary camera and a 2MP front camera, which are lackluter compared to slightly better sensors baked into rival tablets.
Buy Moto Tab G20 from Flipkart (Rs. 10,999)
10. Lenovo Duet Chromebook
If you are not strictly looking for an Android tablet, you could consider the Lenovo Duet Chromebook. Key specifications of the Lenovo Duet Chromebook include a 10.1-inch FHD display, 4GB of RAM, 128GB storage, 8MP rear and 2MP front camera, and a 7,000mAh battery. And as the name suggests, the device runs Chrome OS out-of-the-box, and it supports only Wi-Fi connectivity.
Bonus: Keep an Eye on Xiaomi Pad 5 India Launch
If you’re someone who wants a powerful Android tablet, you could consider waiting for the Xiaomi Pad 5 series to arrive in India. Although Xiaomi India has not officially confirmed the news, the Xiaomi Pad 5 series recently made its way to Bangladesh. So yeah, we could expect the company to bring its tablets to India over the coming months.
