Planning To Buy Tablet In 2025: Top Picks From Apple, Samsung, Google And More
Among the best brands, Apple still leads the tablet market, offering top devices like the iPad Air M3 and the 11th-gen iPad.
Tablets have their own takers among tech enthusiasts for several reasons, including the convenience of handling them. Many customers prefer tablets over laptops due to advantages like lightweight, convenience of reading, streaming, gaming and browsing on the go.
Similar to smartphones but with larger screens, tablets are more portable and less cumbersome than laptops.
Among the best brands, Apple still leads the tablet market, offering top devices like the iPad Air M3 and the 11th-gen iPad. However, Android tablets are a great choice too. There are several brands such as Pixel, OnePlus, Amazon, Lenovo and Microsoft, offering an impressive range of tablets.
Apple iPad (11th-gen, 2025)
The base model comes with 128GB of storage and it has plenty of space for apps or photos. The device is powered by the more powerful A16 processor. However, its accessories remain expensive. Another drawback in this model is that it lacks support for Apple Intelligence features.
The tablet is available at a starting price of $349 on Apple’s website.
iPad Air M3
The iPad Air M3, released in 2025, is an ideal choice for students. It comes with an upgraded M3 processor. It also introduces a new, less expensive Magic Keyboard option, making it more budget-friendly for students. However, it lacks the faster refresh rate display found in the Pro line.
It is available for $599 on Apple’s online store.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S10
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 features a sleek, slim design. It has an impressive Amoled display. The S-Pen is included for easy note taking and drawing. It offers a memory expansion slot for extra storage. There are specific AI features for enhanced productivity. The S10 Tab serves as the Android equivalent to Apple’s iPad Pro line.
The Ultra version of the device costs Rs 1.08 lakh on Amazon.
Apple iPad Pro 2024
This slim design tablet from Apple comes with a faster M4 processor. It has a bright Tandem OLED display. This iPad has plenty of power to last for years of OS updates, but its price can hurt the consumers’ pockets.
The iPad Pro 2024 is available for $899 on Apple’s website.
Google Pixel Tablet
The Google Pixel Tablet offers an iPad-like feel with a smooth aluminium case. It has a sharp 10.95-inch display for clear visuals. The processor handles tasks well. It comes with an included speaker dock. However, the price increases with cases and more storage options.
The 128GB version of the Pixel Tablet (including speaker dock) is available on Amazon for around Rs 63,000.
Other impressive tablets from popular brands include OnePlus Pad 2, Amazon Fire HD, iPad Mini, Galaxy Tab S10 FE and Lenovo Tab Plus.
