[Special feature][Latest version]5 recommended Android tablets. From 100,000 yen to 10,000 yen

There are more and more options for Android tablets. Major manufacturers such as Samsung, Lenovo, and Xiaomi are actively releasing new products in the Japanese market, and there are many models to choose from, from entry-level to high-end.

The points to focus on when considering which model to purchase are basically the same as for smartphones. The main points to check are the processing power of the processor (SoC), memory capacity, storage capacity, screen size and image quality, camera image quality, and battery capacity.

However, if you want to use your Android tablet as a 2in1 PC, we recommend that you pay attention to whether a genuine keyboard cover is provided. Of course, you can also use third-party Bluetooth keyboards, but the genuine one is still the best in terms of ease of use.

In this edition of “5 Recommended Android Tablets[Second Half of 2023],” we have selected 5 products to spread out the price range as much as possible and introduce them in order of price. We hope this will be helpful for those who want to comfortably browse, play games, and watch content during the New Year holidays.

Equipped with 12.4-inch OLED, the SoC is also the current fastest
Galaxy Tab S9+

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Actual price: Around 160,000 yen●Display: 12.4-inch organic EL (2,800 x 1,752 dots)●Specifications: Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy, 12GB memory, 256GB storage, Android 13●Interface: USB 3.0 Type-C, Wi- Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, microSD card slot (up to 1TB), metal contact terminal, etc. ●Camera: 12 million pixels on the front, 13 million pixels on the back, wide angle + 8 million pixels ultra wide angle ●Battery capacity: 10,090mAh ●Size: 285.4 x 185.4 x 5.7mm●Weight: 581g●Others: Pen compatible, waterproof and dustproof IP68

If you’re looking for an Android tablet to play the latest 3D games without compromising on processing performance, display quality, or drawing speed, the Galaxy Tab S9+ is your best bet. The SoC uses “Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy”, the fastest current Android tablet, and the display is equipped with a 12.4-inch organic EL. The maximum refresh rate is 120Hz, so you can set the maximum frame rate for 3D games.

The 14.6-inch “Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra” is also available as a higher-end model, but the direct selling price at the Samsung store is 209,799 yen, which is significantly higher. Please consider the portability of both when deciding which one to purchase.

11-inch model equipped with Snapdragon 870 and 144Hz LCD
Xiaomi Pad 6

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Actual price: Around 50,000 yen●Display: 11-inch LCD (2,880 x 1,800 dots)●Specifications: Snapdragon 870, 6GB/8GB memory, 128GB storage, Android 13●Interface: USB 3.0 Type-C, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, metal contact terminals, etc.●Camera: 8 million pixels on the front, 13 million pixels on the back●Battery capacity: 8,840mAh●Size: 253.95 x 165.18 x 6.51mm●Weight: 490g●Others: Pen compatible

“Xiaomi Pad 6” is recommended for those who want to purchase an Android tablet with high processing performance at the lowest possible price. The installed SoC is an older generation “Snapdragon 870”, but as a 2021 high-end SoC, it can comfortably run the latest Android apps.

The memory capacity is a bit low at 6GB or 8GB, but it’s manageable as long as you close apps frequently. In addition, “Xiaomi Pad 6 Keyboard” is available for 13,800 yen, and “Xiaomi Smart Pen (2nd generation)” is available for 14,800 yen. It is also attractive that you can get a complete set at a relatively low price.

Equipped with a 12.7-inch large screen display and costs around 50,000 yen
Lenovo Tab P12

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Actual price: Around 50,000 yen●Display: 12.7-inch LCD (2,944 x 1,840 dots)●Specifications: MediaTek Dimensity 7050, 8GB memory, 128GB storage, Android 13●Interface: USB 2.0 Type-C, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.1, metal contact terminals, etc.●Camera: 13 million pixels on the front, 8 million pixels on the back●Battery capacity: 10,200mAh●Size: 293.4 x 190.8 x 6.9mm●Weight: 615g●Others: Pen compatible

The biggest appeal of the Lenovo Tab P12 is that it has a large 12.7-inch display and is priced at less than 50,000 yen. The SoC is equipped with “MediaTek Dimensity 7050”, and although the processing performance is not high at all, if your main use is browsing or watching video content, you will not be dissatisfied with the performance.

Unfortunately, the dedicated keyboard cannot be purchased from Lenovo’s official website at the time of writing. If you want to use it as a 2in1 PC, you need to get it from Amazon, AliExpress, etc.

Samsung’s entry-level 11-inch tablet does not support S Pen
Galaxy Tab A9+

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Actual price: Around 36,000 yen●Display: 11-inch LCD (1,920 x 1,200 dots)●Specifications: Snapdragon 695, 4GB memory, 64GB storage, Android 13●Interface: USB 2.0 Type-C, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.1, microSD card slot (up to 1TB), 3.5mm earphone terminal, metal contact terminal, etc.●Camera: 5 million pixels on the front, 8 million pixels on the back●Battery capacity: 7,040mAh●Size: 257.1 x 168.7 x 6.9mm●Weight: 480g ●Others:-

This product is the lowest priced entry model of Galaxy Tab. Since it is equipped with the mid-range and old-fashioned Snapdragon 695, it is sold directly at an affordable price of less than 36,000 yen. Although it does not support the S Pen and does not have a genuine keyboard, you can use a capacitive touch pen or a keyboard with Bluetooth connection.

Since the storage is 64GB, you won’t be able to install many apps, but you can free up main storage by moving the photos and videos you take to a microSD memory card. Since it’s a Samsung device, you can expect software updates to be provided for a long time. This is an entry-level Android tablet with a high sense of security.

Compact 8-inch tablet at an affordable price
aiwa tab AB8

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Actual price: Around 18,000 yen●Display: 8-inch LCD (1,280 x 800 dots)●Specifications: Mediatek MT8183, 4GB memory, 64GB storage, Android 12●Interface: USB Type-C, Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.0 , 3.5mm earphone terminal, microSD card slot, etc.●Camera: 5 million pixels on the front, 8 million pixels on the back●Battery capacity: 4,400mAh●Size: 208 x 124 x 9mm●Weight: 330g●Others: –

This is the only 8-inch Android tablet. The size allows it to be held in one hand, making it perfect for e-books. The SoC is “Mediatek MT8183” and the memory is 4GB, which is quite difficult for 3D gaming purposes. However, it has enough performance to play 2D casual games.

The 8-inch display, the smallest among the models, is overwhelmingly larger and easier to view than a smartphone. Although it is not a device that is recommended for everyone due to its processing performance, it is a very cost-effective device for those who know how to use it as a secondary information device.