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Alldocube iPlay 50 Mini 4G NFE (8GB + 256GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£110RAM capacity:4 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:8.4 inchesChipset:Unisoc T606

Alldocube iPlay 50 Mini 4G NFE (8GB + 256GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 2 expert reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Alldocube iPlay 50 Mini 4G NFE (8GB + 256GB)
6.5/10

Overall score

Score
6.5/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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Score components

35%

5.9

Technical score

30%

?

List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

25%

5.9

Reviews score

10%

?

Sentiment scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 6.9, the mark of a weaker model in this category

â–¼Worse than 70% of tablets
7.5

Value for money

Value for money
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
Score components

70%

6.5

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

â–¼Worse than 57%
5.9

Technical score

Technical score
5.9/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components

22%

6.6

Performance

20%

4.6

Display

16%

6.6

Camera

14%

4.4

Battery

12%

7.2

Connectivity

8%

7.0

Software

5%

6.3

Design

3%

3.9

Audio

â–¼Worse than 56%
5.9

Reviews score

Reviews score
5.9/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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5.9

Mark 7.5 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

7.9

Average grade

20%

5.8

Popularity

Grades by review (2)
2 reviews: 1 with a printed score, 1 estimated from the review. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 69%
?

List score

List score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
Not in any best-of list yet
  • alldocube-iplay-50-mini-8gb-256gb-4g-nfe
alldocube-iplay-50-mini-8gb-256gb-4g-nfe
Where to buy
    N/A~ £110
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.
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Technical Specifications of tablet Alldocube iPlay 50 Mini 4G NFE (8GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.9/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
Score components:

22%

6.6

Performance

20%

4.6

Display

16%

6.6

Camera

14%

4.4

Battery

12%

7.2

Connectivity

8%

7.0

Software

5%

6.3

Design

3%

3.9

Audio

5.9
Reviews score
5.9
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
Score components:

70%

6.5

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

7.5
RAM capacity
4 GB
Market range: <1 GB – >8 GB
This tablet has 4 GB of RAM, which is more than 47.2% of tablets and equal to 17.8% of tablets.
Process node
12 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 12 nm process, which is smaller than 53.2% of tablets and equal to 13.9% of tablets.
Internal storage
256 GB
Market range: <16 GB – >256 GB
This tablet has 256 GB of internal storage, which is more than 76.4% of tablets and equal to 15.8% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
380 points
Market range: <233 points – >2.3k points
This tablet scores 380 points in single-core tests, which is lower than 72.3% of tablets and equal to 0.5% of tablets.
Chipset
Unisoc T606
This tablet runs on Unisoc T606, which is less advanced than 60.5% of tablets and equal to 1.8% of tablets.
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Screen resolution
1920×1200
This tablet has a 1920×1200 screen, which is sharper than 39.1% of tablets and equal to 18.8% of tablets.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >120 Hz
This tablet has a 60 Hz screen, which is smoother than 0.1% of tablets and equal to 73.4% of tablets.
Display type
IPS LCD
This tablet uses a IPS LCD display type. 17% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
270 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 270 ppi, which is higher than 79% of tablets and equal to 0.4% of tablets.
Display glass type
Tempered Glass
This tablet protects its screen with Tempered Glass, which is less durable than 78% of tablets and the same as 19.6% of tablets.
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Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical stabilisation. 0.4% of tablets offer this.
Main camera megapixels
?
Front camera megapixels
5 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 5 MP resolution, which is higher than 48.6% of tablets and equal to 19.7% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
?
Optical zoom
1xxx
This tablet has 1xx optical zoom, which is stronger than 18.2% of tablets and equal to 80.9% of tablets.
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Battery capacity
4,000 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 4,000 mAh battery capacity, which is smaller than 84.6% of tablets and equal to 4.5% of tablets.
Charging speed
18 W
Market range: <10 W – >45 W
This tablet charges at 18 W, which is faster than 48% of tablets and equal to 12.3% of tablets.
Battery life
9 hours
Market range: <7 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 9 hours, which is shorter than that of 62.7% of tablets and equal to that of 6.9% of tablets.
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets offer this.
Fast charging
yes
This tablet supports fast charging. 43.2% of tablets offer this.
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LTE support
yes
This tablet has built-in LTE. 57.1% of tablets offer this.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This tablet connects to Wi-Fi. 0.2% of tablets offer this.
GPS
yes
This tablet has built-in GPS. 17.1% of tablets offer this.
5G connectivity
no
This tablet does not support 5G. 8.1% of tablets offer this.
NFC
no
This tablet does not include NFC. 10.8% of tablets offer this.
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Operating system
Android
This tablet uses the Android operating system, which is more advanced than the one used by 23.2%.
Update support duration
short
This tablet offers short update support, which is shorter than the support period of 52.4% of tablets and equal to that of 47.6% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
no
This tablet does not support direct OS updates. 79.8% of tablets offer this.
On-device AI
no
This tablet does not support on-device AI. 28.3% of tablets support this capability.
App tracking protection
no
This tablet does not support app tracking protection. 28.4% of tablets offer this.
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IP rating
not rated
This tablet's IP rating is not rated, which is less protected than 16.5% of tablets and the same as 83.6% of tablets.
Weight
306 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 306 g, which is lighter than 92.5% of tablets and equal to 0.3% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.7% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
no
This tablet does not support a keyboard accessory. 84.3% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
N/A
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Number of microphones
1
Market range: <1 – >3
This tablet has a microphone array of 1, which is more than 0.2% of tablets and equal to 54.8% of tablets.
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this.
Dolby Atmos support
no
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.3% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
1
Market range: <2 – >4
This tablet includes 1 speakers, which is fewer than in 90.3% of tablets and equal to the number in 9.6% of tablets.
FM radio
yes
This tablet includes an FM radio. 81.1% of tablets offer this.
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Alldocube iPlay 50 Mini 4G NFE (8GB + 256GB) vs the average tablet

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  • 4x more internal storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (256 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    256 GB vs 64 GB
  • Faster storage type
    This tablet uses UFS storage, while the average tablet uses eMMC. Storage technology still varies widely across tablets.
    UFS vs eMMC
  • Supports LTE
    This tablet supports LTE, while the average tablet does not. 42.9% of tablets support LTE.
  • 37.6% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (306 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    306 g vs 490 g
  • 22.2% sharper screen detail
    This tablet has sharper screen detail than the average tablet (270 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    270 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • Supports manual ISO
    This tablet supports manual ISO, while the average tablet does not. 45.9% of tablets support manual ISO.
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Unisoc T606 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Unisoc T606 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 64.3% faster GPU clock
    This tablet runs its GPU faster than the average tablet (1,068 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet runs its GPU at 650 MHz.
    1,068 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • 2.36x cheaper
    Alldocube iPlay 50 Mini 4G NFE (8GB + 256GB) is cheaper than the average tablet (£110 vs £260).
    £110 vs £260
  • 4x more internal storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (256 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    256 GB vs 64 GB
  • Faster storage type
    This tablet uses UFS storage, while the average tablet uses eMMC. Storage technology still varies widely across tablets.
    UFS vs eMMC
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Unisoc T606 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Unisoc T606 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 64.3% faster GPU clock
    This tablet runs its GPU faster than the average tablet (1,068 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet runs its GPU at 650 MHz.
    1,068 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • More advanced memory type
    This tablet uses more advanced memory than the average tablet (LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3).
    LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3
  • 4 years newer
    This tablet was released more recently than the average tablet (2023 vs 2019). The average tablet was released in 2019.
    June 2023
    2023 vs 2019
  • More advanced graphics
    This tablet has more advanced graphics than the average tablet (Mali-G57 MC2 vs Mali-G51).
    Mali-G57 MC2 vs Mali-G51
  • 14.3% smaller process node
    This tablet has a smaller process node than the average tablet (12 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet is built on 14 nm.
    12 nm vs 14 nm
  • 22.2% sharper screen detail
    This tablet has sharper screen detail than the average tablet (270 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    270 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • Supports manual ISO
    This tablet supports manual ISO, while the average tablet does not. 45.9% of tablets support manual ISO.
  • Supports LTE
    This tablet supports LTE, while the average tablet does not. 42.9% of tablets support LTE.
  • Supports cellular data
    This tablet supports cellular data, while the average tablet does not. 47.4% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports dynamic themes
    This tablet supports dynamic themes, while the average tablet does not. 29.5% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports extra dim mode
    This tablet supports extra dim mode, while the average tablet does not. 35.9% of tablets offer this.
  • Includes clipboard warnings
    This tablet has clipboard warnings, the average tablet does not. 40.3% of tablets include clipboard warnings.
  • 37.6% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (306 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    306 g vs 490 g
  • 49.3 mm narrower
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (126 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    126 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • Shorter update support
    This tablet offers shorter update support than the average tablet (short vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    short vs medium
  • 39.4% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a smaller battery capacity than the average tablet (4,000 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    4,000 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • No direct OS updates
    This tablet does not support direct OS updates, while the average tablet does. 79.7% of tablets offer this.
  • No continuous video AF
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • 81 nits dimmer screen
    This tablet is dimmer than the average tablet (320 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    320 nits vs 401 nits
  • 100 nits lower typical brightness
    This tablet has a lower typical brightness than the average tablet (300 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    300 nits vs 400 nits
  • Less durable glass
    This tablet has less durable glass than the average tablet (Tempered Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass). The average tablet uses Corning Gorilla Glass.
    Tempered Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • No manual exposure control
    This tablet does not support manual exposure, while the average tablet does. 63.6% of tablets support manual exposure.
  • 15.7% lower review score
    Reviews score
    5.9/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
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    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models

    5.9

    Mark 7.5 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    7.9

    Average grade

    20%

    5.8

    Popularity

    Grades by review (2)
    2 reviews: 1 with a printed score, 1 estimated from the review. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    5.9 vs 7.0
  • 20% lower CPU speed
    This tablet has a lower CPU speed than the average tablet (1.6 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    1.6 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 47.9% lower single-core score
    This tablet has a lower single-core score than the average tablet (380 points vs 729 points). The average tablet scores 729 points in single-core tests.
    380 points vs 729 points
  • 3 fewer GPU execution units
    This tablet has less GPU execution units than the average tablet (1 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    1 vs 4
  • 266 MHz slower RAM speed
    This tablet has a lower RAM speed than the average tablet (1,600 MHz vs 1,866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1,866 MHz.
    1,600 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • 14.1% less memory bandwidth
    This tablet has less memory bandwidth than the average tablet (12.8 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has 14.9 GB/s of memory bandwidth.
    12.8 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • 81 nits dimmer screen
    This tablet is dimmer than the average tablet (320 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    320 nits vs 401 nits
  • 100 nits lower typical brightness
    This tablet has a lower typical brightness than the average tablet (300 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    300 nits vs 400 nits
  • Less durable glass
    This tablet has less durable glass than the average tablet (Tempered Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass). The average tablet uses Corning Gorilla Glass.
    Tempered Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • 1.7 inches smaller screen
    This tablet has a smaller screen than the average tablet (8.4 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    8.4 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • No continuous video AF
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • No manual exposure control
    This tablet does not support manual exposure, while the average tablet does. 63.6% of tablets support manual exposure.
  • No manual white balance
    This tablet does not support manual white balance, while the average tablet does. 51.5% of tablets support manual white balance.
  • No burst mode
    This tablet does not support burst mode, the average tablet does. 60.6% of tablets support burst mode.
  • No panorama mode
    This tablet does not support panorama mode, while the average tablet does. 78.6% of tablets support panorama mode.
  • 39.4% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a smaller battery capacity than the average tablet (4,000 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    4,000 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • 1 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (9 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    9 hours vs 10 hours
  • No face recognition
    This tablet does not have face recognition, the average tablet does. 56.4% of tablets support face recognition.
  • Shorter update support
    This tablet offers shorter update support than the average tablet (short vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    short vs medium
  • No direct OS updates
    This tablet does not support direct OS updates, while the average tablet does. 79.7% of tablets offer this.
  • No keyboard accessory
    This tablet does not support a keyboard accessory, the average tablet does. 84.2% of tablets support a keyboard accessory.
  • 1 fewer speakers
    This tablet has less speakers than the average tablet (1 vs 2). The average tablet has 2 speakers.
    1 vs 2

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
heise.de
✓ explicit
07/09/2023
Hands-on test · Budget mini tablet
Verdict
The Alldocube iPlay 50 Mini is a well-built, smooth 8.4-inch tablet with HD streaming and LTE, but its battery life and sunlight readability fall short.
8.0
smartzone.de
≈ estimated
03/07/2023
Hands-on review · Compact budget tablet
Verdict
The Alldocube iPlay 50 Mini suits buyers who want a light Android tablet with a Full HD screen and HD streaming, but its camera and outdoor screen disappoint.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Alldocube iPlay 50 Mini 4G NFE (8GB + 256GB)

  • Exceptional value for money at a budget price point
  • Compact and portable 8.4-inch form factor, ideal for one-handed use
  • Sharp 1920x1200 FHD laminated display with good viewing angles
  • Widevine L1 certification allows for HD streaming on Netflix, YouTube, and Prime Video
  • Includes 4G LTE cellular connectivity and a microSD card slot for expandable storage
  • Premium feel with a metallic frame and slim 7.5mm design
  • Stock Android experience with minimal bloatware

What customers don't like about Alldocube iPlay 50 Mini 4G NFE (8GB + 256GB)

  • Poor audio quality from a single, weak mono speaker
  • Lacks biometric security features such as fingerprint or face unlock
  • Unusual placement of the USB-C charging port on the top of the device
  • Limited long-term software support and uncertain OS updates
  • Weak internal GPU not suitable for heavy or graphics-intensive gaming
  • Minimalist and basic UI lacks advanced customization features found on competitors
  • Questionable long-term reliability and difficult-to-access manufacturer warranty

Verdict

The Alldocube iPlay 50 Mini Pro NFE is a compact 8.4-inch Android 13 tablet powered by a MediaTek Helio G99 octa-core processor, featuring a high-resolution 1920x1200 IPS in-cell display and 4G LTE dual-SIM connectivity. This specific variant offers a robust 8GB of physical RAM (expandable via 8GB virtual RAM) and 256GB of internal storage, further expandable to 512GB via microSD. Its primary advantages include Widevine L1 certification for Full HD Netflix streaming, a premium lightweight metal build weighing only 306g, and an 18W fast-charging 5000mAh battery. However, notable drawbacks include a weak mono speaker system, the lack of biometric security like fingerprint or face unlock, and unconventional port placement with the USB-C and headphone jack located at the top corners.

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