Tablets are now gaining in popularity. Apple, with iPad Pro and iPad (2017) tablets, still leads the market, but Microsoft, with Surface Pro, has offered options for consumers that require more productivity. Of course, there are a huge number of tablets in the market today running Android as well as Windows. Here we will showcase some of the best tablets.
The Tablet PC is changing the way we use the computer. They are light, mobile, and portable making them easier to carry around than laptops. Microsoft by introducing the Surface Pro added more versatility with a lot of convertibles and detachables now available for productivity that nears laptops and desktops.
Some tablets feature 3G or 4G LTE cellular (or as an option), making connectivity easier. They are great for watching/streaming movies, browsing the internet, reading, playing games, etc.
Here are some of the best tablets to look out for when shopping:
Microsoft Surface Pro
The Surface Pro is one of the best tablets for consumers looking for a tablet that could replace their laptop. Microsoft started the convertible/detachable category and with the Surface Pro still leads the category as far as productivity is concerned.
It is sleek and light enough as a tablet for watching movies, reading books, or browsing the web, and comes with powerful processors which, combined with a keyboard cover accessory, multi-position kickstand, and the ability to run the full Windows 10, make the productivity tablet a full-fledged laptop contender.
The latest Surface Pro is powered by 7th Generation Intel Core m3, Intel Core i5 or Intel Core i7 Processor with up to 16GB RAM and 13.5 hours battery life, making it a great work companion. Prices starts at $799. Expected Price: 295,000 Naira. The keyboard accessory is sold separately.
Apple iPad Pro (2017)
The iPad Pro is Apple’s answer to the Surface Pro from Microsoft. The 2017 models come in two screen sizes (12.9-inch and 10.5-inch) and come with more power and improvements in iOS that make it a possible MacBook alternative.
The iPad Pro 12.9 (2017) is one of the best tablets for productivity. With updates to iOS 11, this tablet is no longer just for consumption, it has gotten a boost for work.
With Apple’s 6-core Apple A10X CPU with a 12-core graphics processor, the iPad Pro is 30% faster with 40% faster graphics performance. It has a 12MP rear camera and a 7MP front camera. The tablet is available in 64GB, 256GB, or 512GB storage with a price starting at $799 for the Wi-Fi model and $929 for the LTE model. Expected Price: from 305,000 Naira
The more compact iPad Pro 10.5 starts at $649 for the Wi-Fi models and $779 for the LTE models. Expected Price: from 240,000 Naira
iPad (2017)
iPad (2017) is not as versatile as the iPad Pro, but it is one of the best tablets for consumers looking for a more traditional tablet for watching movies and browsing the web. It is a refresh of the iPad Air 2, offering a brighter screen and a more powerful chipset.
iPad (2017) runs on iOS 10 out of the box with an A9 chipset, an 8MP rear camera, and a 2.1MP FaceTime camera. The tablet offers 32GB or 128GB with an option of Wi-Fi or LTE. You also get Touch ID for secure unlocking of the tablet. Prices start at around 270,000 Naira.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S3
Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 is one of the best Android tablets around. Its 9.7-inch Super AMOLED display with 1536 x 2048 pixels resolution is great for watching movies and for viewing charts.
The powerful Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 820 processor and generous 4GB of RAM means, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 can do a lot more than your average tablet. You get a 13MP rear camera and a 5MP front camera.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 runs on Android 7.0 (Nougat) and comes with an S-Pen stylus. Price starts at 263,000 Naira.
Samsung Galaxy Book
The Galaxy Book is Samsung’s own offering competing with the best tablets for productivity like the iPad Pro and Surface Pro. Like the Surface Pro, the Samsung Galaxy Book is loaded with Windows 10, however unlike the former it comes with the keyboard cover in the box, making ready for business productivity out of the box.
The tablet is available in two screen sizes: the Samsung Galaxy Book 10 with a 10.6-inch Touch display and a 7th-generation Intel Core m3 processor provides good performance for both work and play.
However, if you want more power and performance, the Samsung Galaxy Book 12 with its 12-inch super AMOLED display and 7th generation Intel Core i5 is the way to go.
Both offer 4GB RAM with options for 64GB or 128GB built-in storage for the 10.6-inch model and 128GB or 256GB built-in storage for the 12-inch model. The price of the Galaxy Book 10 starts at $629, with the 12-inch model starting at $1129. Expected Price: from 225,000 Naira (10.6-inch), from 395,000 Naira (12-inch)
Samsung Galaxy Tab A
Samsung Galaxy Tab A is one of the best tablets in Nigeria right now. It features a 7-inch or 10.1-inch display that is great for watching movies and browsing the web.
Under the hood, the Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.1 sports an Octa-core Samsung Exynos 7870 CPU with 2GB or 3GB RAM, while the Samsung Galaxy Tab A 7.0 offers a 1.5GHz quad-core Spreadtrum SC8830 or 1.3GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 CPU with 1.5GB RAM. This means you should go for the 10.1-inch model for more productivity.
Price starts at 63,000 Naira (7.0-inch) or 119,000 Naira (10.1-inch)
Samsung Galaxy TabPro S
The Samsung Galaxy TabPro S is one of the best tablets running on Windows 10. Its 12.0-inch super AMOLED display with 2160 x 1440 pixels resolution makes it great for watching movies and browsing the web. Snap-in the optional keyboard and you have yourself a capable Windows machine.
Samsung Galaxy TabPro S is available in 128GB or 256GB built-in storage with Intel Core m processor and 4GB RAM. You also have option for Wi-Fi or LTE with up to 10.5 hours of use. Price starts at around 250,000 Naira.
iPad Mini 4
Looking for a traditional tablet for watching movies and consuming content? The iPad Mini 4 is one of the best tablets for you. The 7.9-inch display with 2048 x 1536 pixels resolution offers a great view and with 10-hours of battery life, your view will probably not be interrupted by battery.
The iPad Mini 4 got a 128GB model in 2017, offering more storage capacity for your content. You get an 8MP rear camera and 1.2MP front camera. Price starts at around 215,000 Naira.
Microsoft Surface Pro 4
The Microsoft Surface Pro 4 may have been launched back in 2015, but with 6th generation Intel Core m3, Intel Core i5 or Intel Core i7 Processor and up to 16GB RAM, it is one of the best tablets for consumers looking for a productivity tablet.
It features a 12.3-inch touch display with an optional keyboard cover. You also get up to 9 hours of battery life. For storage, the Surface Pro 4 offers 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, or 1TB SSD. Price starts at around
Here is our overview of some best Tablets in Nigeria. This is just a few of them. There are dozens of tablets in Nigeria running on iOS, Windows, and Android. What you just read is a brief specs of some of the best tablets in Nigeria.
