Best Tablets Under €300: 2024 Edition

Discover the best tablets under €300 in our updated July 2024 guide! Find top picks for entertainment, productivity, and more.

The Best Tablets Under €300: Your Guide to Budget-Friendly Entertainment and Productivity (July 2024)

Are you searching for a tablet that delivers a fantastic experience without breaking the bank? Look no further! We've compiled a comprehensive list of the top tablets under €300, updated as of July 2024. While the iPad continues to dominate the tablet scene, the rise of affordable options from brands like Xiaomi, Samsung, and Lenovo has made it easier than ever to find a fantastic tablet without emptying your wallet.

What to Expect Under €300

Don't expect the latest flagship features at this price point. However, you can still find tablets with crisp displays, solid performance for everyday tasks, and long battery life. You'll be looking at screen sizes between 10.1" to 11", with a mix of 60Hz and 90Hz refresh rates for smooth scrolling. While some models offer S Pen support, most deliver a great experience for browsing, reading, streaming, and light gaming.

Our Top Picks:

Image Tablet Specs Weight Pros Cons Price (US)
Xiaomi Pad 6 Xiaomi Pad 6 11" 2.8K IPS display (144Hz), Snapdragon 870 5G processor, 6GB RAM, 128GB UFS 3.1 storage, HDR10, Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos, long battery life (almost 14 hours), optional stylus support. 490g
  • Exceptional display
  • Powerful processor
  • Fantastic battery life
  • Immersive multimedia experience
  • No LTE version
  • Non-expandable storage
  • No IP certification
  • No headphone jack
  • No microSD card reader
$349
Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite (2024) 10.4" 2000x1200 display (60Hz), Exynos 1280 processor, 4GB RAM, 64GB eMMC storage, S Pen support, durable metal casing, long battery life (12.5 to 16 hours). 467g
  • Affordable
  • S Pen support
  • Good battery life
  • Durable build
  • Less powerful processor compared to the Xiaomi Pad 6
  • Limited RAM
  • No expandable storage
$320
Honor Pad 9 Honor Pad 9 12.1" QHD IPS display (120Hz), Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 processor, 8GB RAM, 256GB storage, pen support, 8 speakers, long battery life (11 hours). 555g
  • Large, high-resolution display
  • Great sound
  • Pen support
  • Robust build
  • No IP certification
  • No 5G
  • No WiFi 6
  • No fingerprint sensor
  • Not available in North America yet
Not yet available in North America
Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ 11" FHD IPS display (90Hz), Snapdragon 695 5G processor, 4GB RAM, 64GB UFS 2.2 storage, expandable storage (up to 1TB), Samsung DeX support, durable aluminum casing, 4 years of software updates, long battery life (almost 15.5 hours). 480g
  • Bright display
  • 90Hz refresh rate
  • Optional 5G
  • Samsung DeX support
  • Solid performance
  • Long battery life
  • Slow 15W charging (power adapter not included)
  • No fingerprint sensor
Available online through retailers like Amazon.
Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 8.7" 1340x800 display (60Hz), Mediatek Helio G99 processor, 4GB RAM, 64GB UFS 2.1 storage, expandable storage, long battery life (up to 19 hours), 4 years of software updates. 332g
  • Compact size
  • Affordable
  • Great battery life
  • Long software support
  • No power adapter included
  • No fingerprint sensor
$160
Xiaomi Redmi Pad SE Xiaomi Redmi Pad SE 11" FHD+ IPS display (90Hz), Snapdragon 680 4G processor, 4GB RAM, 128GB eMMC storage, great quad-speakers, long battery life (around 17 hours). 481g
  • Good display
  • Excellent speakers
  • Long battery life
  • Affordable
  • No GPS
  • No fingerprint sensor
  • Slower processor compared to the Redmi Pad
$185
Lenovo Tab M11 Lenovo Tab M11 11" FHD+ IPS display (90Hz), Mediatek Helio G88 processor, 4GB RAM, 128GB eMMC storage, quad speakers, stylus support, durable metal casing, long battery life (15 hours), software updates until 2028. 465g
  • Affordable
  • Good speakers
  • Stylus support
  • Long battery life
  • Dim display (400 cd/m²)
  • Mediocre camera
  • Weak processor
Available directly from Lenovo or through retailers like Amazon.
Amazon Fire Max 11 Amazon Fire Max 11 11" 2000x1200 IPS display (60Hz), MediaTek MT8188J processor, 4GB RAM, 64GB eMMC storage, durable aluminum casing, Fire OS 8.3, long battery life (16.5 hours), optional keyboard and stylus support. 490g
  • Large display
  • Fast processor
  • Long battery life
  • Durable build
  • Optional accessories
  • No GPS
  • Slow charging
  • Limited app selection (no Google Play Store)
€270 (without keyboard or stylus)
Teclast T50 Pro Teclast T50 Pro 11" 2K display (60Hz), Mediatek Helio G99 processor, 8GB RAM, 256GB storage, expandable storage, long battery life (17.5 hours), pure Android, LTE. 480g
  • Large storage
  • Fast processor
  • Long battery life
  • Pure Android
  • LTE
  • Dim display
  • Blue tint
  • Flimsy build
  • No Widevine certification (no HD streaming services)
Not available in North America
Lenovo Tab P11 Gen 2 Lenovo Tab P11 Gen 2 11.5" 2000x1200 display (120Hz), Mediatek Helio G99 processor, 4GB RAM, 128GB UFS 2.2 storage, pen and keyboard support, long battery life (over 14.5 hours). 520g
  • Large display
  • 120Hz refresh rate
  • Pen and keyboard support
  • Long battery life
  • Mediocre camera
  • Weak processor
Available through retailers like Amazon.

Test Results:

Here's a glimpse of the benchmark results for these tablets (lower scores are better for Response Time and Black Level; higher scores are better for everything else):

Tablet Response Time Grey 50%/80% Response Time Black/White PWM Frequency Brightness Contrast Colorchecker dE 2000 Geekbench 5.5 Single-Core Geekbench 5.5 Multi-Core
Xiaomi Pad 6 35.16 16.81 181600 541 832 0.9 1003 3328
Honor Pad 9 37.06 17.08 29480 613 1533 2.7 725 2763
Samsung Tab S6 Lite 2024 43.1 21.1 N/A 486 1869 2.29 767 2045
Samsung Tab A9+ 53.81 29.92 41950 493 1409 6 693 1768
Samsung Tab A9 52.61 34.71 N/A 486 1389 6.2 565 1981
Xiaomi Redmi Pad SE 47.92 26.38 N/A 473 1689 3 384 1684
Lenovo Tab M11 70.1 33.9 N/A 431 1078 9.72 364 1475
Amazon Fire Max 11 40.3 19.06 N/A 564 1410 4 702 2070
Teclast T50 Pro 46.4 22.5 N/A 347 964 9.06 530 1670
Lenovo Tab P11 Gen 2 39.8 25.7 N/A 423 1459 5.32 490 1797

Choosing the Right Tablet

With so many great options available, the best tablet for you will depend on your individual needs and priorities. Consider the size of the display, refresh rate, processor power, battery life, and whether you need pen support or a dedicated keyboard. Remember, the tablet market is constantly evolving, so check out the latest reviews before making a purchase.

Enjoy your new tablet and happy browsing, reading, streaming, and gaming!

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