The main indicators of a small and compact tablet are its subtlety and lightness. For the sake of users, the size of devices is decreasing from year to year. The proposed TOP-10 is an attempt to compare some devices and demonstrate what practical, thin and light tablets are.
The lightest tablets
SamsungGalaxyTab S2 8.0SM
The lightest gadget from Samsung
The high-performance tablet of the Korean company is imprisoned in a small lightweight case. Its thickness is only 5.6 mm. The functionality of the device is huge: here you can read e-books, engage in photo and video. A large amount of memory allows you to store a huge number of different files on the device. There is an automatic adjustment of screen brightness. Can be used as a mobile phone. The only negative is the high cost.
Model Features:
- OS: Android 7.0;
- The amount of internal memory: 32 GB;
- The amount of RAM: 3 GB;
- Screen dimensions: resolution - 2048x1536, size - 8 inches;
- The presence of 3G, 4G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth;
- Weight: 256 gr.;
- Dimensions (WxH): 13.5 cm x19.9 cm .;
- The price of the gadget is 30,990 rubles.
PrestigioWizePMT3427CWIZE
Lightweight Prestigio Tablet
The device has a modern ergonomic case made of plastic. It is possible to connect external USB-devices. It has a bright, clear multi-touch screen. Able to work for six hours without additional charge. It can be used as a mobile phone.
Device Parameters:
- Operating System: Android 7.0;
- Processor: 1300 MHz;
- The amount of memory: built-in - 8 GB, operational - 1 GB;
- Screen size: resolution - 1024x6000, dimensions - 7 ”;
- Screen view - capacitive;
- Battery capacity: 2500 mAh;
- Dimensions (W * H * D), cm: 10.8 * 18.8 * 1.0;
- There is a front and rear camera of high resolution;
- Model weight: 260 gr.;
- Cost: 4 590 rubles.
SupraM74C
Tablet Supra
The stunning compact and lightweight Chinese Supra tablet features a powerful quad-core Spreadtrum processor. It was specially created for those who cannot imagine themselves without high-speed Internet browsing, excellent graphics, stable and clear communication, and long working hours. The internal memory of the device can be increased up to 32 GB by installing a microSD card. Supports SIM cards. A huge plus is the low price in the presence of a powerful "filling".
Product Features:
- OS: Android;
- Screen dimensions: resolution - 1024x600, size - 18 cm (7.0 inches);
- The amount of internal memory: 8 GB;
- The amount of RAM: 0.5 GB;
- Support for microSD, GPS, 3G, 4G, GPRS, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth;
- Weight: 256 gr.;
- Dimensions (HxWxD), cm: 18.9 × 10.0x1.0;
- The price of the model is 3 990 rubles.
AppleiPadmini 2
Lightness from Apple
If you describe the “apple” device in a few words, you can apply the following characteristics to it - productive, lightweight, compact and convenient. The bright screen of the tablet has a high resolution, clear color reproduction, perfectly calibrated and has a 4: 3 aspect ratio. Due to the bright, clear and contrasting colors, the image on the screen looks very realistic.
The thickness of the device is only 6 mm, but this in no way affects its strength. A reliable and durable case will serve faithfully for more than one year. Due to its light weight it can be used anywhere.
Model Parameters:
- Works on iOS9;
- Built-in memory: 16 GB;
- Screen Resolution: 1536 * 2048;
- Display Size: 7.9 ”;
- There is Wi-Fi, Bluetooth;
- Weight: 330 gr.;
- Dimensions (HxWxD): 20 mm x 13.5 mm x 8 mm .;
- Cost: 26,490 rubles.
LenovoYogaTablet3 PRO
Universal gadget from Lenovo
Lenovo's productive device is able to work in a 4G network, has a multifunctional stand mode. The screen has a high resolution, clear picture detail, wide viewing angle.Great sound quality of the device speakers. Easily handle “heavy” games and watch high-resolution videos.
Tablet Features:
- Works on Android 5.1;
- Processor: frequency - 1.3 GHz, four cores;
- Battery: Li-Polymer, 6 486 mAh;
- Screen diagonal: 10.1 "(20 cm);
- There is support for Bluetooth 4.0, Wi-Fi (802.11ac), LTE;
- Screen Resolution: 800 * 1280;
- Dimensions (D * W * H), cm: 0.95 * 25.3 * 18.5;
- Weight: 330 gr;
- Cost: 21 350 rubles.
Turbopad 724
Performance TurboPad
The lightweight device has a stable processor that will cope with any user task. It is simple and easy to learn. It is easy, without braking, able to work with large video files. The small-sized device has a stylish plastic case, which will be convenient to take with you for study or on a trip. High Battery capacity will provide long trouble-free operation.
Tablet Options:
- Processor: Spreadtrum;
- OS: Android 6.x +;
- The amount of RAM: 1 GB;
- Built-in memory: 8 GB;
- Screen: resolution: 800X1280, size - 7 ”;
- Built-in memory: 8 GB;
- Battery: 2 500mAh;
- Support GPRS, GPS, 3G;
- Dimensions (LxWxH), cm: 18.6x11.0x0.9;
- Manufacturer: China;
- Weight: 260 gr.;
- Cost: 4 100 rubles.
Samsung Galaxy TabS2 9.7
You can't imagine thinner
Another model of a thin tablet from the Korean giant of electronics and mobile technology. This model has a record small thickness of the case - only 5.6 mm. By this parameter, the device competes with Apple tablets from the Air line. The developers succeeded in achieving such an unprecedented size due to the ease of materials used for components and parts, as well as their advantageous layout. The weight of the tablet, however, is not more than 383 grams.
Model Parameters:
- Operating System: Android 6.0, Marshmallow;
- CPU frequency: 1 800 MHz;
- Memory: internal - 32 GB, RAM - 3 GB;
- Possibility of supplement with a 128 GB memory card
- Screen: 2 048x1 536, 9.7 ”;
- Communications: Wi-Fi (802.11), LTE, GPS, Bluetooth;
- Power: battery with a capacity of 5 870 mAh;
- Overall dimensions (W * H * T): 169mm * 237mm * 5.6mm;
- Cost: 32 990 rubles.
Xiaomi MiPad 2
Functional and productive
The brainchild of a Chinese manufacturer has powerful characteristics in all respects. In the memory of the device will be able to place a large amount of information necessary for the user. Glossy sleek body features a great presentable and stylish design. 5 and 8 megapixel cameras allow video conferencing, photo and video shooting with high quality.
Features of the model:
- OS: MIUI 7.x + Android 5.x;
- Display: 4: 3, 7.9 ”, with a resolution of 1536 * 2048;
- Processor: 2.24 GHz, four cores;
- RAM: 2 GB;
- Memory for data: 16 or 64 GB;
- Interface: Bluetooth 4.1, Wi-Fi;
- Battery: Li-Pol, capacity - 6 090 mAh;
- All: 312 gr.;
- Dimensions (H * W * D *), cm: 20.0 * 13.2 * 0.7;
- Price: 19 990 rubles.
Digma Plane 7012M
Digma - grace in everything
A very light, compact and easy to use tablet will appeal to those who like to spend time very actively, often travels. The device is suitable for both communication and entertainment.
The device has two SIM cards, which is very convenient when using mobile Internet. With the help of cameras, you can get decent video and photo material in quality.
Features of the model:
- Screen: 17.8 cm (7 ”), touch with a resolution of 600x1024 pixels;
- CPU Frequency: 1.3 GHz;
- Number of cores: 4;
- RAM: 1 GB;
- Built-in memory: 8 GB;
- Battery capacity: 3,000 mAh;
- Dimensions: height - 18.8 cm, width - 10.8 cm, thickness - 1.0 cm;
- Weight: 275 gr.;
- Price: 5 390 rubles.
Samsung GalaxyTab Pro 10.1
Rather small but light
Its main difference from the “brothers” is its larger dimensions. However, the tablet has a small thickness - only 7 mm. The high resolution of the display allows you to get a detailed and clear picture on the screen, so that it’s just not possible to consider individual pixels.
Tablet Features:
- OS: Android 6.0.1;
- Processor: type - Snapdragon 652 with a frequency of 1.8 GHz;
- Memory: ROM - 32 GB, RAM - 3 GB;
- Screen: touch screen with a diagonal of 9.7 ”(24.6 mm) and a resolution of 2048x1536 pixels;
- Interface Support: 3G / 4G (LTE), Wi-Fi, Bluetooth;
- Power: battery capacity - 5 870 mAh, continuous operation time with average consumption - up to 10 hours;
- Dimensions (W x H x D), cm: 16.9 x 23.8 x 0.6;
- Weight: 391 gr;
- Price: 31 990 rubles.
Conclusion
As a result, one trend should be noted, which has become more and more noticeable recently - each new device receives less and less thickness and weight from manufacturers. Often for the sake of this sacrifice the quality of materials and the autonomy of the device.
When will the limit be finally reached? There is no definite answer. It is only visible how engineers and developers work in this direction tirelessly.
