The tablet space was quite vibrant this year as we saw a lot of great offers that were grabbing the attention of buyers. Whether they belong to the affordable, mid-range, or premium tablet space, the best tablets have carved a unique niche for themselves with their features. So we put them all together in the Best Tablets of 2022 category of the Indian Gadget Awards, which features 18 jury members, 28 award categories and over 150 nominees. Let’s take a look at the winners of the Best Tablets of 2022 across premium and mainstream categories.
the winner: Redmi Pad (Mainstream) and Apple iPad Pro M2 (Premium)
Now that we have the winners, check out the tablets nominated in the Mainstream and Premium categories:
Mainstream Category (under Rs 20,000)
redmi pad
In 2022, the Redmi Pad was an ideal choice for anyone who was looking for an affordable tablet that covered all their basic needs. Its 10.6-inch 2K resolution display and Dolby Atmos-powered quad-speaker system make it perfect for those who like to watch movies and TV shows on the go. Furthermore, the presence of an 8,000mAh battery means that buyers are hardly ever left with a low battery notification on their screen. And for working professionals, its FocusFrame feature, which adjusts the video call frame according to your movements, was a big boon.
oppo pad air
The Oppo Pad Air is another great affordable tablet from 2022, but it focuses on offering fast performance. It does this with the help of its 6nm Snapdragon 680 CPU which is paired with 4GB of RAM. Its Extended RAM technology allows users to take advantage of free storage by converting it into memory. The tablet comes with a 10.36-inch 2K resolution display and even offers quad speakers. Priced at just Rs 15,999, it boasts of an ultra-slim 6.4mm body that weighs just 440 grams.
realme pad x
The realme Pad X is targeted more towards creative people than anyone else and this explains its support for the realme Pencil, which offers magnetic wireless charging. Its 11-inch display displays visuals in WUXGA+ resolution of 1,200 x 2,000 pixels. A wide-angle front camera allows it to track the position and movement of one or more people in real time to ensure they are always in frame. What’s more, thanks to the inclusion of its Snapdragon 695 chip, it can offer 5G cellular support in addition to Wi-Fi.
Samsung Galaxy Tab A8
Galaxy Tab A8 was another tablet that made entertainment lovers happy in 2022. Its 10.5-inch 1,200 x 1,920 pixel display was crafted with symmetrical bezels on all sides and provided crisp, high-resolution visuals. And then there were its Dolby Atmos-equipped quad speakers to further immerse you in the content being streamed. The tablet also exudes a premium vibe with its sleek metal body with a slim profile of just 6.9mm. Samsung has given it a 7,040mAh battery which provides ample usage on a single charge.
Moto Tab G62 LTE
The Moto Tab G62 LTE is a delight for gamers, thanks to its specs and its affordable price. It is equipped with 6nm Snapdragon 680 chip inside and offers 4GB of RAM for smooth multitasking. The 10.6-inch 2K resolution display ensures that users get great visuals in their games, while its quad-speaker system with its Dolby Atmos brilliance creates a great immersion level. A 7,700mAh battery powers this tablet and charging it is a pleasure thanks to its 20W fast charging support.
Premium Category (Budget No Bar)
Apple iPad Pro M2
2021 was the year Apple gave the iPad Pro an M1 chip and in 2022 the company gave it an M2 makeover. This supercharged iPad Pro delivers the perfect combination of portability, versatility and incredible performance. The premium Tablet Pro comes with cameras, Face ID support, Thunderbolt and a four-speaker audio system. Its 12.9-inch Liquid Retina XDR display comes with 120Hz refresh rate and supports Dolby Vision among other things. But its main draw remains its laptop-class M2 chip, which promises seamless operation no matter how heavy your apps.
Apple iPad Air M1
The 2022 iPad Air also followed the M-series path by including an M1 chip inside its thin and light body. This high-end chip gave it a huge performance boost and made it capable of professional-grade tasks, blurring the lines between this device and Apple’s Pro-branded tablets. It also brought a new ultra wide front camera with center stage for a more natural video conferencing experience. And its 10.9-inch Liquid Retina display is an absolute pleasure to work with.
Lenovo P11 Pro Gen 2
One Android tablet that attracted professionals was the Lenovo P11 Pro Gen 2. Its 11.2-inch 2.5K OLED display offered HDR10+ visuals and 120Hz refresh rate. In addition, Lenovo’s Precision Pen 3 came with this Rs 44,999 tablet. The device is powered by the 6nm MediaTek Kompanio 1300T CPU, while a massive 8,200mAh battery can also be found inside it. The Lenovo P11 Pro Gen 2 also impresses with its slim and lightweight design, which makes it incredibly easy to carry around.
samsung galaxy tab s8 ultra
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra is everything you could want from a premium Android tablet. So it comes as no surprise that she has made it to this nomination list. With its 14.6-inch 120Hz Super AMOLED display, it is capable of rendering super sharp and vivid visuals while the inclusion of a 4nm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset helps it deliver top-tier performance. The thin and light tablet works with Samsung’s S Pen, which uses its magnetic strip to prop itself up on the back. It’s a stunning pro-grade tablet that’s hard to take your eyes off of.
xiaomi pad 5
Our final nominee for this category is the Xiaomi Pad 5, which offers high-end features at a very attractive price. It comes with an 11-inch 120Hz display with Dolby Vision support while its operations are handled by the 7nm Snapdragon 860 chipset. The massive 8,720mAh battery inside is capable of providing over 16 hours of continuous video playback and it charges at 33W, which is great. Furthermore, this tablet works with the Xiaomi Smart Pen, whose advanced nature recognizes changes in pen pressure, allowing for precise, smooth pen strokes.
