Tuesday, November 2, 2021

Best Windows tablets 2021: all of the top Windows tablets reviewed

The best Windows tablets are a fantastic option if you’re looking for something different from the typical laptop or higher-end iPad. These portable devices are more flexible and more powerful than you might think. In fact, there’s enough power inside one of these tablets to get you through most of your productivity needs and creative tasks, such as light video editing.

Windows tablets are more than just good for connecting with friends and family on social media, getting some casual gaming done, or enjoying the newest show on Netflix. And, the best of them have some advantages over more traditional laptops, as well. Balancing power with better portability and a cheaper price makes them excellent for those constantly on the move or on a budget.

Whether you have a limited budget or need something more portable, a tablet might just be the ideal choice for you. Take a look at the best Windows tablets to find one that fits your needs, just in time for Black Friday and Cyber Monday. One of our top picks will be perfect for you.

Microsoft Surface Pro 8 against a white background

The Surface Pro 8 is one of the best Windows tablets for illustrators, graphic artists, and coders. (Image credit: Microsoft)

1. Surface Pro 8

Rebirth of the Surface Pro

CPU: Up to 11th-gen Intel Core i7 | Graphics: Intel Iris Xe Graphics | RAM: Up to 32GB LPDDR4x | Screen: 13-inch PixelSense Flow display | Storage: Up to 1TB

Faster processors
Gorgeous new design
More expensive

The Surface Pro 8 comes with an all-new design, but it boasts internals that are faster than ever, allowing it to rise above its predecessor. There are other things to love here as well, like the two Thunderbolt 4 ports, 2-in-1 design, and a bigger screen with a 120Hz refresh rate. This makes it one of the best Windows tablets for illustrators, graphic artists, other creative professionals, and coders. It’s a bit more expensive, which might turn some folks off. But, for professionals, it’s well worth the money.

Read the full review: Surface Pro 8

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet

The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet offers great value all around. (Image credit: Lenovo)

2. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet

A versatile Windows 10 tablet that moonlights as a powerful laptop

CPU: Up to 8th Generation Intel Core i7-8650U | Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 620 | Screen: 13-inch QHD+ 3k (3,000 x 2,000) IPS multi-touch | Storage: Up to 1 TB PCIe SSD | Connectivity: Intel Dual Band Wireless AC 8265 (2 x 2), Up to Bluetooth 4.1 with vPro | Camera: 8MP rear-facing, 2MP front-facing | Weight: 1.69 pounds (890g), 2.79 pounds (1.27kg) with keyboard | Size: 11.96 x 8.88 x 0.59 inches with keyboard

Great design and build quality
ThinkPad Pen Pro included
Vivid 13-inch 3K touchscreen
Battery life is still limiting
Bulkier than the Surface Pro

Touted by Lenovo as ‘an IT admin’s dream,’ the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet indeed offers many of the makings of such a device. That includes dual Thunderbolt ports for faster data transfers, Windows Hello login via fingerprint reader, and the optional IR camera for a more secure login and Microsoft AutoPilot readiness. And, that’s without mentioning the SSD and battery that are field serviceable so that you can get a certified technician to come to you if you need parts replaced. But that’s not all; it’s also got a light and sleek chassis, and it comes with the ThinkPad Pen Pro, which means it’s great value all around.

Read the full review: Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet

Surface Go 3 against an off-white background

(Image credit: Microsoft)

3. Surface Go 3

Most affordable Surface

CPU: Up to 10th Gen Intel Core i3-10100Y | Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 615 | RAM: 4GB or 8GB LPDDR3 | Screen: 10.5-inch PixelSense display | Storage: 64 GB eMMC – 128 GB SSD

Excellent webcam
Lightweight and easy to carry
Super short battery life

The successor to the Surface Go 2 might not be as powerful as many had hoped it would be. However, for fans of the tablet line, the Surface Go 3 is still a capable and affordable prospect. There are compromises made here, but it also has the best webcam at this price, which makes it great for keeping in touch with family and friends. And, again, its price is more than appealing for most people. If you don’t need a whole lot of power anyway, it’s a terrific, money-saving choice.

Read the full review: Surface Go 3

Acer Switch 5

The Acer Switch 5 is the perfect solution for students and professionals who don’t want to buy into the Surface trend. (Image credit: Acer)

4. Acer Switch 5

A great Surface Pro alternative

CPU: 7th-generation Intel Core i3 – i5 | Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 620 | RAM: 4GB – 8GB | Screen: 12-inch, 2,160 x 1,440 IPS touchscreen | Storage: 128GB – 256GB SSD | Connectivity: 802.11ac; Bluetooth | Camera: 3MP rear, 1MP front | Weight: 2.8 pounds | Dimensions: 11.49 x 7.94 x 0.62 inches

Great price 
Solid performance 
Dim display 

The Acer Switch used to be a more affordable alternative to the Surface Pro. These days, the Acer Switch 5 will cost you just as much, but that’s also for comparable specs except perhaps an older processor. Price increase aside, this tablet is still one of the best Windows tablets – not to mention, best performing – out there, and it’s the perfect solution for students and professionals who don’t want to buy into the Surface trend.

Read the full review: Acer Switch 5 

Lenovo Yoga Book C930

It's second stunning screen that's the biggest selling point of the Lenovo Yoga Book C930. (Image credit: Lenovo)

5. Lenovo Yoga Book C930

Lenovo Yoga Book C930

CPU: Intel Core i5-7Y54 | Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 615 | RAM: 4GB | Screen: 10.8” QHD (2560 x 1600) IPS touchscreen – 10.8” FHD (1920 x 1080) Flexible E Ink Mobius touchscreen | Storage: 256 GB SSD

Very thin and light
Gorgeous main display
E Ink screen works well
Very expensive
Low on RAM

The Lenovo Yoga Book C930 is a truly innovative 2-in-1 laptop, with a second E Ink display that moonlights as a keyboard, a pad for making notes and drawing and a traditional E Ink reader for viewing documents. It's perhaps this second stunning screen that's the biggest selling point of the Lenovo Yoga Book C930. That fact that it's thin and light makes it an excellent tablet as well. If you're looking for a laptop that doubles as a tablet and a drawing pad, this one's an ace in our book.

Read the full review: Lenovo Yoga Book C930



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