: In this article, HT Shop Now reviews 10 of the best tablet computers available in the market for the affordable price of ₹30000.
Tablets, tabs, tablet PCs, or tablet computers, as they are popularly known have been one of the most innovative technologies in or era. Larger in size than the average mobile phone and smaller in size than your regular laptop, tablets were a great invention for people to use owing to their portability, greater computing power, and size. One can perform a number of tasks using a tablet, including work, video meetings, phone calls, and even entertainment.
However, once mobile phone manufacturers and laptop manufacturers have recognized the success of a mid-sized computing device, phones have started to get bigger and laptop computers have started becoming smaller, giving competition to tablets and putting tablet manufacturers out of business. That is not to say that tablets have lost their place, though. Though reduced in popularity, tablets still have their place in our technological universe. Tablets offer benefits for businessmen and students giving presentations who don’t have to carry laptops, they offer people entertainment during travel, they come with a longer battery backup, and offer e-reader-like experience for those who want to read or study.
Tablets come in a variety of shapes and sizes and as such, priced accordingly. The price variation is due to the specifications of the tablet, specifications such as display size, battery capacity, calling features, and other extras such as fingerprint readers, an associated pen, and so on. Now, while one could go for the cheaper variants, and it might even fulfill their needs, but with an electronic item which we use for a longer time, and one which we want to showcase as an item, it is better to buy some of the higher-priced ones that offer more features, and therefore, more utility.
That does not mean that we are asking you to break the bank. In this article, we will take a look at ten of the latest models and the best value for money tablets priced under Rs. 30000. That is a reasonable amount to spend on a tablet to get better performance from it. We looked at the features of tablets such as utility, various specifications, brand names, and other factors while presenting you this list.
One of the biggest names in the low-cost, high-performance electronic products business, Xiaomi offers the Xiaomi Pad 5, which comes with the Android 11 OS, running a Snapdragon 860 octa-core processor. It is also big in size at 10.95 inches and has a battery of 8720 mAh, which lasts long even on moderate to heavy usage. Though it does not have features such as fingerprint reader, calling support, or headphone compatibility, it offers a 1-year warranty and has an attractive ultra-slim design.
One needs no introduction about Samsung, one of the best electronics manufacturers in the world. Weighing at just about a half a kilogram, and offering a large 10.5 inch display, the Samsung A8 is one of the entry-level tablets that can be used for browsing and entertainment purposes rather than serious working. It comes with only a 7040 mAh battery which does not offer much playtime for a heavy user. It has a storage capacity of 64 GB and a RAM of 4 GB, which means that it is not the choice for heavy tablet users. It works more as a gift to parents and older citizens who have few needs for the tablet rather than to the serious programmer or freelance writer.
Specifications
CPU Manufacturer: Unisoc
Item Weight: 0.5 kgs
Memory Storage Capacity: 64 GB
Colour: Pink Gold
Operating System: Android
Screen Display Size: 26.69 cms
Pros
Cons
IPX7 Waterproof
Customers complain of wear and tear after a few months of usage
If the Xiaomi Pad 5 was a great purchase, the Xiaomi Pad 6 is better than that in every way. It is 11 inches in size, and features a Snapdragon 870 octa-core processor. With a refresh rate of 144Hz and a 2880X1800 resolution, it offers a great display for all entertainment purposes. The Quad Dolby Atmos speakers and high-capacity battery packed into a thin unibody design offer great sound and viewing experience. It also offers better RAM and ROM sizes at 8 GB and 256 GB respectively. The only negative things that one can say about the device are its weight and lack of calling capacity.
Specifications
CPU Manufacturer: Qualcomm
Item Weight: 1.06 kgs
Memory Storage Capacity: 256 GB
Special Features: Fast charging
Operating System: Android 13
Battery Power: 8840 mAh
Pros
Cons
Thin & Light
Quick battery discharge
Quad Speakers
No phone calling
Lenovo Tab P11 Plus Tablet (11 inch (27.94 cm), 6 GB, 128 GB, Wi-Fi+LTE, Voice Calling), Slate Grey with 2K Display, Quad Speakers with Dolby Atmos, 7700 mAH Battery and TUV Certified Eye Protection
If voice calling is an important factor in your choice of tablets, then the Lenovo Tap P11 Plus is the tablet for you. It ticks pretty much every category of tablet users – it comes with a decent memory size of 128 GB and a fast RAM of 6 GB. Other advantages of this tab are its 11 hour playback time, stylus compatibility, and headphone jack, which is what we expect from our tablets. It is also good in terms of its utility with a supporting stand and a stand-out dual-tone colour. Featuring Dolby Atmos speakers, it also offers a great sound experience for watching videos. It also features calling capacity.
Specifications
CPU Manufacturer: MediaTek
Item Weight: 0.49 kgs
Memory Storage Capacity: 128 GB
Special Features: Expandable storage; Phone call facility
Operating System: Android 11
Battery Power: 7700 mAh
Pros
Cons
15 hours playback time
Not compatible with external hard disk drives
Dolby Atmos Quad Speakers
Quick battery discharge
realme Pad X WiFi+5G Tablet | 6GB RAM 128GB ROM (Expandable), 27.9cm (11 inch) WUXGA+ Display | 6nm SD Processor | Dolby Atmos Quad Speakers | 8340 mAh Battery | Grey Colour
With its massive battery, 7 mm ultra-thin design, a 11-inch display and compatibility with the realme pencil, the realme Pad X ticks all the boxes of those looking for a budget-friendly tablet that offers them everything that they want from a tablet. For entertainment, it also features Quad Dolby Atmos speakers running on the Android 12 operating system. It is a good product for kids and old people. The kids can use the realme pencil to show their creativity while the older generation will appreciate its large screen size and large battery capacity.
Not going to lie – this is one of the better offerings from the Samsung stable of tablets. It does everything expected from a tablet – it is great for entertainment, the sound is just right, and the tab is not too heavy to be portable. However, what’s limited in this tablet is the RAM speed and the memory storage capacity. The S-Pen is a great help, and works seamlessly, which is one of the highlights of the tablet. The other benefits of this tablet are the Samsung Knox security and Dolby Atmos 3d sound, which makes it a great entertainment device.
Specifications
CPU Manufacturer: Samsung
Item Weight: 465 gms
Memory Storage Capacity: 64 GB
Special Features: Expandable storage; Phone call facility
Operating System: Android 12
Battery Power: 7040 mAh
Pros
Cons
S-Pen
Face unlock often non-responsive
Warranty for both the device and in-box accessories
Lenovo Intel IdeaPad Duet 3 (10.3 inches, 4 GB, 128 GB, Wi-Fi) with Windows 11 Pro and Bluetooth Keyboard and Digital Pen
Not satisfied with just a tablet? Want to convert it into a laptop as well, while retaining the portability of a tablet? This is where the Intel IdeaPad Duet 3 comes to the fore. For those who are looking more from their tablet, this device is the answer. It runs on the Windows 11 Pro operating system as opposed to the others which run on Android systems, this tab comes with a detachable keyboard, which gives you the versatility of both a tablet and a small laptop computer. It also comes with a Digital pen for editing purposes, and is more suitable for people who want to use their tablets for digital purposes.
Specifications
CPU Manufacturer: Intel
Item Weight: 0.6 kgs
Memory Storage Capacity: 128 GB
Special Features: Lenovo Digital Pen; Detachable laptop
We like the specs of the Lenovo Tab M10 – its 6 GB RAM and 128 GB ROM, its 10.61 FHD+ display, and its Android 13 operating system. It runs for 12 hours straight on full charge and is scratch and loss-resistant. Its screen size is 10.61 inches, which makes it a good entertainment device. It comes with dual Dolby Atmos speakers and has an IP52 rating. Primarily a very good entertainment device, it can also be used for work purposes. With its fast charging and 11 hours playtime, the Lenovo M10 is the choice of users who are looking for a tablet that can be primarily used for entertainment while also has business purposes.
One of the cheapest tablets on offer under Rs. 30000, the Lenovo Yoga tab is quite famous for its stand and the different modes of usage it offers. Its relatively smaller RAM and processing speed, coupled with a 7500 mAh battery lends it primarily to usage as an entertainment device rather than one for business purposes. One of the negative aspects of this tab is that its memory cannot be increased and users have to make do with what they got. However, the Lenovo brand and the 1-year warranty make it a good buy for those who want a tablet primarily for entertainment purposes.
Specifications
CPU Manufacturer: Mediatek
Item Weight: 0.65 kgs
Memory Storage Capacity: 128 GB
Operating System: Android 11
Battery Power: 7500 mAh
Pros
Cons
Quad JBL Speakers with Dolby Atmos
No call support
1-year warranty
Non-compatible with external HDD
Motorola Tab G70 8GB RAM 512GB Storage with Logitech K480 Wireless Multi-Device Keyboard - White
This Motorola Tab G70 comes as close to a tablet computer as you can get. It comes with a wireless keyboard that connects to the tab through Bluetooth, and what’s more, can connect to other devices as well. As a result, you can enjoy the portability of a tablet as well as the convenience of a laptop. However, the low specs in terms of RAM and ROM do not allow for a lot of multi-tasking. The battery is also nothing to write home about since once we turn on the wi-fi, Bluetooth, and location, the battery can drain real fast.
Motorola Tab G70 8GB RAM 512GB Storage with Logitech K480 Wireless Multi-Device Keyboard - White
Integrated cradle
Wireless keyboard with EasySwitch dial
Keyboard compatible with other devices
Best overall product
Out of all the tablets under Rs. 30000 that we have reviewed, we find the Xiaomi Pad 6 to be the best overall product. We already mentioned how its display, with its 11-inch screen with a refresh rate of 144Hz provides a stunning visual experience. What’s more is that the product comes with a 1-billion colour high-quality resolution while offering a long-lasting battery experience. Both its front and back cameras offer excellent picture quality and its quad speakers offer you an excellent internet calling experience.
Best value for money
A 11-inch screen, 6 GB RAM and 128 GB ROM, voice calling features, Quad speakers with Dolby Atmos technology, TUV certified eye protection, 15-hour playback time, dual tone metal body, curated content for Google Kids Space, weighing in at just under 500 grams, and quality cameras at both the front and back, we think that the Lenovo Tab P11 Plus is the best value for money tablet available under Rs. 30000.
How to find the best Tablet under 30000?
Some of the factors that you need to keep in mind while searching for the best tablet under Rs. 30000 are:
Usage – whether you need it for entertainment, work, or hybrid purposes
Whether you need calling capacity or not
Battery capacity
Screen size and resolution
Processor speed
Compatibility with accessories
RAM speed and storage
FAQs on Tablet under 30000
A: Think of the tablet as an extremely portable laptop that offers you more capability than a mobile phone while offering you nearly all the capabilities of a laptop when connected with all the optional accessories. It is extremely versatile, and can be used for both entertainment as well as business purposes.
A: With competition extremely high, almost all the tablet manufacturers offer similar features at similar prices. With regards to the brand, you definitely need to consider the history and range of products the manufacturer has on offer. If the manufacturer has a successful history of producing other electronic components consistently, then it does not matter if it is not a well-known brand.
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