The technological revolution that we are experiencing is allowing us to enjoy gadgets that a few years ago were part of the best science fiction scripts. Who would have told you 20 years ago that you would have a small pocket computer in the form of a smartphone? Or that you can buy a tablet that is more than enough to be able to do without a laptop ?
Yes, the tablet market has evolved a lot since Steve Jobs revolutionized the industry with his first generation iPad. At first there was a mass of manufacturers who did not hesitate to launch into this new market with the aim of getting their piece of the cake. Little by little, many brands were falling. Firms of the stature of Sony or LG that finally decided to abandon the market for tablets.
But there are still tall heavy weights that, year after year, surprise us with increasingly powerful models. And we have reached a point, where if you know how to choose well, with a powerful tablet you won’t need a laptop at all. Of course, there are a number of considerations to take into account.
You need a large format tablet
To begin with, if you are looking for a tablet that can replace a laptop, it needs to have a screen of sufficient size so that you do not miss your computer forever. For this reason, all the models that you will find in this compilation have a diagonal of at least 10 inches.
In this way you will be able to enjoy a great image quality, in addition to the advantages offered by a larger format, since to read books or magazines and even surf the Internet, it is always better done on a large screen. On the other hand, you will see that there are many Samsung and Huawei models within our top.
Models to forget about the laptop
The main reason is very simple: both manufacturers offer a desktop version where you can work much more comfortably. In the case of Samsung, we have DeX, a tool that turns any manufacturer’s compatible tablet into a complete desktop computer. You just have to connect it to a Smart TV or a screen using an HDMI to USB Type C cable , and you can use it as if it were a laptop.
Plug in a mouse and keyboard and you’re done. The same happens with Huawei, which has called this functionality Desktop Mode , and has a functionality traced to that of its rival. The other great manufacturer that you will find in this compilation is Apple. And the reason is very simple: you may like the bitten apple brand more or less, but nobody can deny that the optimization of the applications available in the operating system for iPad tablets makes all the models that you will find in this compilation perform perfectly. regardless of the application you are using. Without further ado, we leave you with our selection.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 +
We begin this compilation with the jewel in Samsung’s crown when it comes to buying a powerful tablet. We are talking about the impressive Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 +, a model that exudes quality from each of its pores, boasting a design created with noble materials to offer a truly premium product. Add to that a 12.4-inch screen and QHD resolution for a tablet that won’t disappoint you at all.
Samsung Galaxy S7
In second place we have the acclaimed Samsung Galaxy S7. This model is slightly less powerful than the previous model, but still has height characteristics to enjoy the best performance. In addition, its 11-inch screen with the same 2K resolution will allow you to enjoy an image quality beyond any doubt.
Huawei MatePad Pro
We went from Samsung to recommend this model from the Chinese manufacturer. We are talking about the Huawei MatePad Pro , the most vitamin model of the Shenzhen-based firm. Its main weapons? A Kirin 990 processor along with 8 GB of RAM memory to move any game or application without any problem, no matter how much graphic load it requires.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S6
Another Samsung model that we want to recommend is the Galaxy Tab S6. Although it is true that it is last year’s model, it still has more than enough features, in addition to a 10.5-inch 2K screen so you can enjoy movies and series in the best quality. More, considering that it boasts speakers signed by AKG.
HUAWEI MatePad
And what about this other Huawei tablet. This MediaPad has a 10.4-inch 2K screen, as well as a Kirin 810 processor and 4 GB of RAM to offer more than enough performance for any user. And it also offers support for Huawei’s Desktop Mode , a value to keep in mind.
HUAWEI MediaPad M6
We could not miss the opportunity to recommend the Huawei MediaPad M6, the great bargain of this top for its low price . Of course, although it is the cheapest, it also offers support for Desktop Mode, in addition to a 10.8-inch QHD screen.
SAMSUNG Galaxy Tab S5e
We close the section of the best Android tablets to use as a laptop, with this Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e. Technically it has more than enough power to move any game or application without problem, and its support to use Samsung DeX make it a perfect model to replace a laptop.
Apple iPad Pro
We move on to the Apple family of tablets to recommend the iPad Pro first . This is the most vitaminized product, so you will not have any problem working with this device as if it were a laptop.
Apple iPad
Another option from the Cupertino-based firm that we want to recommend is the iPad. Yes, the latest generation of the less powerful Apple family of tablets continues to have more than enough features to be able to squeeze the applications available in its ecosystem. And its attractive price makes it an excellent option to consider.
Apple iPad Air
You just have to see the image that heads these lines to make it clear that the iPad Air is a perfect tablet to replace a laptop. It has more than enough power to be able to edit photos and videos. In addition, it is compatible with the Apple Pencil, a value to take into account.
