There are probably hundreds of Android tablets on Amazon, & avoiding the overpriced and the plain bad can be daunting. But it doesn’t have to be that much hard. Here we made a list of the best Android tablets available so far in the year 2016. They got everything the very best Android has to offer; Read on:
Top 8 Best Android tablets (2016)
1. Google Pixel C
Google Pixel C is an Android tablet developed and marketed by Google. The device was unveiled during a media event on September 29, 2015. Google Pixel C is powered by a "big.LITTLE" octa-core; Nvidia Tegra X1 system-on-chip with 3 GB of RAM. Models are available with 32 GB and 64 GB of storage. The Pixel C features a 10.2 inches 2560×1800 resolution IPS panel with a pixel density of 308 ppi. The device ships with Android 6.0.1 "Marshmallow". An optional keyboard accessory is available for the Pixel C. The tablet can attach to the keyboard magnetically via a hinge, or the keyboard can be attached to the front or back of the tablet for storage. Google Pixel C is overpriced for what it offers, it’s available now from the Google Store starting at $499, with official accessories adding an extra $149 to your purchase.
Specs of Google Pixel C:
- 10.2-inch LTPS LCD display with 2560 x 1800 resolution, 308ppi
- 64-bit 1.9GHz octa-core NVIDIA Tegra X1 processor
- 3GB of RAM; 32/64GB of on-board storage, no microSD expansion
- 8MP rear camera, 2MP front camera
- Non-removable 34.2WHr battery
- Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow
2. Nexus 9
Nexus 9 is a great Android tablet. It was created by Google and built by HTC. It runs the latest version of Android, and will continue to receive timely software updates for another year or so. The specs is It comes with an 8.9-inch display, a NVIDIA Tegra K1 processor, either 16 or 32GB of on-board storage, a big 6700mAh battery and weighs only 436 grams. Thanks to this device’s specifications, navigating around the device, switching applications, playing games and streaming movies or videos is a breeze. It also has a nice soft touch material on the back that makes this tablet easy to hold, as well. The device is available in two storage sizes, 16 GB for US$399 and 32 GB for US$479.
Specs of Nexus 9:
- 8.9-inch IPS LCD display with 1536 x 2048 resolution, 281ppi
- 64-bit 2.3GHz NVIDIA Tegra K1 processor
- 2GB of RAM; 16/32GB of on-board storage, no microSD card expansion
- 8MP rear camera, 1.6MP front camera
- Non-removable 6700mAh battery
- Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow
- 228.2 x 153.7 x 8mm, 436g
3. Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 8.0
The Galaxy Tab S2 8.0 was announced on 20 July 2015 from a Samsung press release; The device runs Android 5.0.2 Lollipop with Samsung's TouchWiz software suite. The Galaxy Tab S2 8.0 is available in WiFi-only and 4G/LTE & WiFi variants. Storage ranges from 32 GB to 64 GB depending on the model, with a microSDXC card slot for expansion up to 128 GB. The display is a Super AMOLED screen with a resolution of 2048x1536 pixels. It also features a 2.1 MP front-facing camera and a 8.0 MP AF rear-facing camera without LED flash. The hardware home button serves as the fingerprint sensor. Don’t mistake it for the “little guy” in the playground, though. It has
plenty of power to keep you going through all your tasks. It may be a
bit too similar to an iPad, but it’s still a great Android tablet that
many of you will enjoy.
Specs of Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 8.0:
- 8.0-inch Super AMOLED display with 1536 x 2048 resolution, 320ppi
- 1.9Ghz octa-core Samsung Exynos 5433 processor
- 3GB of RAM; 32/64GB of-on board storage, microSD expansion up to 128GB
- 8MP rear camera, 2.1MP front camera
- Non-removable 4000mAh battery
- 198.6 x 134.8 x 5.6mm, 265g
4. NVIDIA Shield Tablet K1
The Shield Tablet, later relaunched as the Shield Tablet K1, is a gaming tablet, developed by Nvidia and released on July 29, 2014. This is Nvidia's second portable gaming device that uses Android. Compared to the Shield Portable, the controller is not permanently connected to the screen, rather it can be purchased separately. Up to four controllers can be wirelessly connected at the same time. While the Shield tablet features an 8-inch 1920x1200 pixel display, it can output 4K resolution signal to a television via HDMI. NVIDIA removed the stylus holder on the K1, & the stylus is gone. This tablet is now only $200, which makes it not only one of the best Android tablets out there, but also one of the most affordable.
Specs of NVIDIA Shield Tablet K1:
- 8.0-inch LCD display with 1920 x 1200 resolution, 283ppi
- 2.2GHz quad-core NVIDIA Tegra K1 processor
- 2GB of RAM; 16GB of on-board storage, microSD card expansion available
- 5MP rear camera, 5MP front camera
- Non-removable 19.75WHr battery
5. Sony Xperia Z4 Tablet
Sony Xperia Z4 Tablet announced on 2 March 2015, the Xperia Z4 tablet features a 2560x1600 resolution 10.1-inch screen and is water and dustproof with a rating of IP65 and IP68. The tablet is lighter and thinner than its predecessor, weighing at 0.85 pound for the WiFi model and 0.86 pound for the LTE model and is 0.24 inches thick. This is a sleek, thin and very attractive tablet offering from the company. It comes with a Snapdragon 810 processor, 3 gigabytes of RAM, plenty of on-board storage and microSD expansion up to 128 gigabytes. It also comes with a big 6000mAh battery that should be able to last a very long time on just a single charge. It should be noted that while this tablet still runs Android 5.0 Lollipop, Sony has plans to skip the 5.1.1 update and roll out Android 6.0 Marshmallow as soon as it’s ready.
Specs of Sony Xperia Z4 Tablet:
- 10.1-inch IPS LCD display with 2560 x 1600 resolution, 299ppi
- 2.0GHz octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 processor
- 3GB of RAM; 32GB of on-board storage, microSD expansion up to 128GB
- 8.1MP rear camera, 5.1MP front camera
- Non-removable 6000mAh battery
6. Dell Venue 8 7000
Dell may not be the first name that comes to mind when talking about Android tablet OEMs, but the company really impressed us with its Venue 8 7000 series tablet. It’s one of the thinnest tablets available right now, measuring just 6.1mm thick. Additional specs include an 8.4-inch OLED display, an Intel Atom Z3580 processor, microSD expansion and two really great cameras for taking quick shots. It’s also running Android 5.1 Lollipop. It’s a tad awkward to hold, but that’s honestly one of the only downsides of this tablet. With an impressive performance and even better battery life, the Dell Venue 8 7000 manages to provide a lot, without the premium price point that would usually be associated with such a package.
Specs of Dell Venue 8 7000:
- 8.4-inch OLED display with 1600 x 2560 resolution, 359ppi
- 2.3GHz quad-core Intel Atom Z3580 processor
- 2GB of RAM; 16GB of on-board storage, microSD expansion up to 512GB
- 8MP rear camera, 2MP front camera
- Non-removable 5900mAh battery
- 215.9 x 124.2 x 6.1mm, 305g
7. Lenovo Yoga Tab 3 Pro
The Lenovo Yoga Tab 3 Pro is unique, much like other Lenovo devices, but this one is special. Lenovo added a full blown projector and stand. It is truly a media powerhouse. The Yoga Tab 3 Pro is a tad expensive, but considering the big display, projector, built-in stand and decent software experience.
Specs of Lenovo Yoga Tab 3 Pro:
- 10.1-inch IPS LCD display with 2560 x 1600 resolution, 298ppi
- 2.24 GHz quad-core Intel Atom x5-Z8500 processor
- 2GB of RAM; 32GB of on-board storage, microSD expansion up to 128GB
- 13MP rear camera, 5MP front camera
- Non-removable 10200mAh battery
8. Asus ZenPad S 8.0 (Z580CA)
The design of ASUS ZenPad S 8.0 carries modern influences and a simple, clean look that gives it a universal and stylish appeal. These elements are inspired by Zen design philosophy of balancing beauty and strength. ASUS ZenPad S 8.0 is an 8-inch tablet that is only 6.6mm thin, weighs just 298g. ASUS ZenPad S 8.0 is powered by the Intel® Atom™ Z3580 processor (quad-core, 64-bit) and has 4GB RAM.
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