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Blackview Active 8 4G (6GB + 128GB) Review | 168 Data compared

Avg. price:~£150RAM capacity:6 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:10.36 inchesChipset:Unisoc T616

Blackview Active 8 4G (6GB + 128GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Blackview Active 8 4G (6GB + 128GB)
6.8/10

Overall score

Score
6.8/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best Tablets on the market.
Score distribution
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90%

6.8

Technical score

10%

6.8

User score

â–²Better than 64% of tablets
7.7

Value for money

Value for money
7.7/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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70%

6.8

Overall score

30%

9.7

Price

â–²Better than 71%
6.8

Technical score

Technical score
6.8/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare Tablets based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components

22%

6.0

Performance

20%

5.6

Display

16%

8.4

Camera

14%

8.6

Battery

12%

6.8

Connectivity

8%

7.1

Software & Features

5%

4.9

Design

3%

6.0

Audio & Multimedia

â–²Better than 65%
6.8

User score

User score
6.8/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

8.0

User ratings

30%

4.2

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 87%
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Ranked #242 of 1,145 models in Tablets (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of tablet Blackview Active 8 4G (6GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.8/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare Tablets based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components:

22%

6.0

Performance

20%

5.6

Display

16%

8.4

Camera

14%

8.6

Battery

12%

6.8

Connectivity

8%

7.1

Software & Features

5%

4.9

Design

3%

6.0

Audio & Multimedia

6.8
User score
User score
6.8/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

8.0

User ratings

30%

4.2

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
6.8
Popularity
Popularity
4.2/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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Popularity:
Blackview Active 8 4G (6GB + 128GB) has a popularity of 4.2 points, which is higher than 53.8% of Tablets.
4.2
Value for money
Value for money
7.7/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components:

70%

6.8

Overall score

30%

9.7

Price

7.7
RAM capacity
6 GB
This tablet has a RAM capacity of 6 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 65.3% of tablets and equal to that of 7% of tablets.
Process node
12 nm
This tablet is built on a 12 nm process node, which is smaller than the node size used in 53.7% of tablets and equal to the node used in 13.6% of tablets.
Internal storage
128 GB
This tablet has an internal storage capacity of 128 GB which is larger than the storage of 56.7% of tablets and equal to that of 19.6% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
380 points
This tablet scored 380 points in Geekbench 6 (single-core) which is lower than the score of 72.3% of tablets and equal to the score of 0.5% of tablets.
Chipset
Unisoc T616
This tablet uses the Unisoc T616 chipset, which is less advanced than the chipsets in 59.7% of tablets and equal to those in 0.5% of tablets.
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Screen resolution
2000×1200
This tablet has a screen resolution of 2000×1200 which is higher than that of 58.2% of tablets and equal to that of 8.2% of tablets.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
This tablet supports a refresh rate of 60 Hz which is equal to that in 73.8% of tablets.
Display type
IPS LCD
This tablet uses a IPS LCD display type. 17% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
225 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 225 ppi which is higher than that of 61.6% of tablets and equal to that of 1.8% of tablets.
Display glass type
Corning Gorilla Glass 5
This tablet uses Corning Gorilla Glass 5 display glass which is stronger than that on 93.8% of tablets and equal to that on 5.8% of tablets.
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Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical image stabilization. 0.4% of tablets include OIS.
Main camera megapixels
13 MP
This tablet has a main camera resolution of 13 MP which is higher than that of 74% of tablets and equal to that of 21.6% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
16 MP
This tablet has a front camera resolution of 16 MP which is higher than in 97% of tablets and equal to that in 1.4% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 which is wider than that of 85.9% of tablets and equal to that of 14.1% of tablets.
Optical zoom
1xxx
This tablet supports 1xx optical zoom which is higher than in 18.4% of tablets and equal to that in 80.7% of tablets.
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Battery capacity
22,000 mAh
This tablet has a battery capacity of 22,000 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 99.7% of tablets and equal to those in 0.1% of tablets.
Charging speed
33 W
This tablet supports charging speeds of 33 W which is faster than in 74.8% of tablets and equal to speeds in 2.9% of tablets.
Battery life
35 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 35 hours, which is longer than that of 99.8% of tablets and equal to that of 0.1% of tablets.
web browsing
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets support wireless charging.
Fast charging
yes
This tablet supports fast charging. 50.4% of tablets support fast charging.
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LTE support
yes
This tablet supports LTE. 36.8% of tablets include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This tablet supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 0.2% of tablets offer Wi-Fi support.
GPS
yes
This tablet supports GPS. 17.3% of tablets include GPS functionality.
5G connectivity
no
This tablet does not support 5G connectivity. 11.1% of tablets support 5G.
NFC
yes
This tablet supports NFC. 89.1% of tablets support NFC.
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Operating system
Android
This tablet uses the Android operating system, which is more advanced than the one used by 23.3%.
Update support duration
short
This tablet offers short update support, which is shorter than the support period of 52.7% of tablets and equal to that of 47.3% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
no
This tablet does not receive direct OS updates. 79.7% of tablets receive direct updates.
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 include app tracking protection. 28.3% of tablets include app tracking protection.
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IP rating
IP68/IP69K
This tablet has an IP rating of IP68/IP69K which is higher than that of 98.5% of tablets and equal to that of 1.5% of tablets.
Weight
976 g
This tablet weighs 976 g which is heavier than 97.4% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.8% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
yes
This tablet supports a keyboard accessory. 15.8% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
N/A
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Number of microphones
1
This tablet includes 1 microphones, which is more than in 0.2% of tablets and equal to the number in 54.8% of tablets.
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this codec.
Dolby Atmos support
no
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.5% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
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FM radio
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer FM radio functionality.
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Blackview Active 8 4G (6GB + 128GB) vs the average tablet

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  • 25 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (35 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    web browsing
    35 hours vs 10 hours
  • 11 MP higher front camera megapixels
    This tablet has more front camera megapixels than the average tablet (16 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has 5 MP front camera resolution.
    16 MP vs 5 MP
  • 3.34x larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a higher battery capacity than the average tablet (22,000 mAh vs 6,580 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6,580 mAh.
    22,000 mAh vs 6,580 mAh
  • 5 MP higher main camera megapixels
    This tablet has a higher main camera resolution than the average tablet (13 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet main camera has 8 MP megapixels.
    13 MP vs 8 MP
  • Higher IP rating
    This tablet has a better IP rating than the average tablet (IP68/IP69K vs not rated). Water and dust protection are still uncommon on tablets.
    IP68/IP69K vs not rated
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This tablet has a better main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/1.8 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 main camera aperture.
    f/1.8 vs f/2.2
  • Better main-camera video
    This tablet supports better main-camera video recording than the average tablet (1440x30 fps vs 1080x30 fps). The average tablet supports 1080x30 fps main-camera video recording.
    1440x30 fps vs 1080x30 fps
  • Supports fast charging
    This tablet supports fast charging, the average tablet does not. 49.7% of tablets feature fast charging.
  • 73.3% cheaper
    Blackview Active 8 4G (6GB + 128GB) is cheaper than the average tablet (£150 vs £260).
    £150 vs £260
  • More capable chipset
    This tablet uses the Unisoc T616 chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    Unisoc T616 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This tablet supports a newer DDR version than the average tablet (LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3). The average DDR version is LPDDR3.
    LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3
  • 2x more storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (128 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet provides 64 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 64 GB
  • 2 GB more RAM
    This tablet has more RAM capacity than the average tablet (6 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    6 GB vs 4 GB
  • 2 more CPU threads
    This tablet has more CPU threads than the average tablet (8 vs 6). The average tablet has 6 CPU threads.
    8 vs 6
  • Better GPU
    This tablet uses the Mali-G57 GPU, while the average tablet uses Mali-G51. GPU choice is one of the main performance differences between tablets.
    Mali-G57 vs Mali-G51
  • More durable display glass
    This tablet uses better display glass than the average tablet (Corning Gorilla Glass 5 vs Corning Gorilla Glass). Display glass choice still varies across tablets.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 5 vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • Higher screen resolution
    This tablet has a higher screen resolution than the average tablet (2000×1200 vs 1920×1200). The average tablet resolution is 1920×1200.
    2000×1200 vs 1920×1200
  • 0.26 inches larger screen size
    This tablet has a higher screen size than the average tablet (10.4 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet has screen size of 10.1 inches.
    10.36 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 11 MP higher front camera megapixels
    This tablet has more front camera megapixels than the average tablet (16 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has 5 MP front camera resolution.
    16 MP vs 5 MP
  • 5 MP higher main camera megapixels
    This tablet has a higher main camera resolution than the average tablet (13 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet main camera has 8 MP megapixels.
    13 MP vs 8 MP
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This tablet has a better main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/1.8 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 main camera aperture.
    f/1.8 vs f/2.2
  • Better main-camera video
    This tablet supports better main-camera video recording than the average tablet (1440x30 fps vs 1080x30 fps). The average tablet supports 1080x30 fps main-camera video recording.
    1440x30 fps vs 1080x30 fps
  • Allows manual ISO
    This tablet allows manual ISO adjustment, the average tablet does not. 46% of tablets feature manual ISO.
  • Supports slow-motion recording
    This tablet supports slow-motion recording, the average tablet does not. 37.5% of tablets offer slow-mo.
  • Includes flash
    This tablet features a built-in flash, the average tablet does not. 45.2% of tablets include a flash.
  • 25 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (35 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    web browsing
    35 hours vs 10 hours
  • 3.34x larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a higher battery capacity than the average tablet (22,000 mAh vs 6,580 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6,580 mAh.
    22,000 mAh vs 6,580 mAh
  • Supports fast charging
    This tablet supports fast charging, the average tablet does not. 49.7% of tablets feature fast charging.
  • 83.3% faster charging speed
    This tablet supports faster charging than the average tablet (33 W vs 18 W). The average tablet supports charging speed of 18 W.
    33 W vs 18 W
  • Supports NFC
    This tablet has NFC support, the average tablet does not. 10.9% of tablets include NFC.
  • Supports live text recognition
    This tablet supports live text recognition, the average tablet does not. 34.9% of tablets can recognize text from images.
  • Supports extra dim mode
    This tablet features extra dim mode, the average tablet does not. 35.4% of tablets support extra diming.
  • Includes clipboard warnings
    This tablet has clipboard warnings, the average tablet does not. 39.9% of tablets include clipboard warnings.
  • Higher IP rating
    This tablet has a better IP rating than the average tablet (IP68/IP69K vs not rated). Water and dust protection are still uncommon on tablets.
    IP68/IP69K vs not rated
  • 4 newer release date
    This tablet has a newer release date than the average tablet (2023 vs 2019).
    July 2023
    2023 vs 2019
  • No USB Type-C
    This tablet lacks a USB Type-C port, the average tablet includes one. 53.4% of tablets use USB Type-C.
  • 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
  • Does not receive direct OS updates
    This tablet does not support direct OS updates, the average tablet does. 79.7% of tablets support direct OS updates.
  • 99.2% heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (976 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    976 g vs 490 g
  • 8.8 mm thicker
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (16.8 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8.0 mm thick.
    16.8 mm vs 8.0 mm
  • No BSI sensor
    This tablet lacks a BSI sensor, the average tablet has one. 52.6% of tablets use BSI sensors for better low-light shots.
  • No multi-user mode
    User score
    6.8/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    Blackview Active 8 4G
    the average tablet
    Blackview Active 8 4G (6GB + 128GB) does not support multi-user mode, the average tablet does. 73.6% of tablets allow multiple user profiles.
  • No timelapse video
    This tablet does not support timelapse video, the average tablet does. 57.5% of tablets include timelapse modes.
  • 17.2% lower user score
    User score
    6.8/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    Blackview Active 8 4G
    the average tablet
    Blackview Active 8 4G (6GB + 128GB) has a lower user score than the average tablet (6.83 vs 8.000).
    6.83 vs 8
  • 47.9% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This tablet achieves a lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score than the average tablet (380 points vs 729 points). The average tablet scores 729 points in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    380 points vs 729 points
  • 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
  • 2 fewer GPU execution units
    This tablet has less GPU execution units than the average tablet (2 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    2 vs 4
  • 14.1% lower memory bandwidth
    This tablet has a lower memory bandwidth than the average tablet (12.8 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has memory bandwidth of 14.9 GB/s.
    12.8 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • 18.2% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This tablet achieves a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score than the average tablet (1,546 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    1,546 points vs 1,891 points
  • 1 nits lower peak brightness
    This tablet has a lower peak brightness than the average tablet (400 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits peak brightness.
    400 nits vs 401 nits
  • Lower contrast ratio
    This tablet has a lower contrast ratio than the average tablet (1000:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    1,000:1 vs 1,015:1
  • No BSI sensor
    This tablet lacks a BSI sensor, the average tablet has one. 52.6% of tablets use BSI sensors for better low-light shots.
  • No timelapse video
    This tablet does not support timelapse video, the average tablet does. 57.5% of tablets include timelapse modes.
  • No USB Type-C
    This tablet lacks a USB Type-C port, the average tablet includes one. 53.4% of tablets use USB Type-C.
  • No HDMI output
    This tablet does not have an HDMI output, the average tablet does. 50.1% of tablets support HDMI output.
  • No Ethernet support
    This tablet does not have Ethernet support, the average tablet does. 76.3% of tablets support Ethernet.
  • 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
  • Does not receive direct OS updates
    This tablet does not support direct OS updates, the average tablet does. 79.7% of tablets support direct OS updates.
  • No multi-user mode
    User score
    6.8/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    Blackview Active 8 4G
    the average tablet
    Blackview Active 8 4G (6GB + 128GB) does not support multi-user mode, the average tablet does. 73.6% of tablets allow multiple user profiles.
  • 99.2% heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (976 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    976 g vs 490 g
  • 8.8 mm thicker
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (16.8 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8.0 mm thick.
    16.8 mm vs 8.0 mm
  • 81 mm wider
    This tablet is wider than the average tablet (256.3 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    256.3 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • 56.3 mm taller
    This tablet is taller than the average tablet (256.3 mm vs 200 mm). The average tablet is 200.0 mm tall.
    256.3 mm vs 200.0 mm

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Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: November 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Blackview Active 8 4G (6GB + 128GB)

  • Exceptional battery life from the 22,000mAh capacity, lasting for days of heavy use
  • Highly durable rugged design with IP68, IP69K, and MIL-STD-810H certifications for water and shock resistance
  • Reverse charging capability allows it to act as a power bank for other devices
  • Vivid 2.4K display that is bright and clear for outdoor visibility
  • Responsive performance for everyday tasks and multitasking with the Helio G99 processor
  • Useful included accessories like a detachable leather hand strap and stylus

What customers don't like about Blackview Active 8 4G (6GB + 128GB)

  • Significant weight at nearly 1kg makes it bulky and difficult to hold for long periods
  • Lack of Widevine L1 support restricts streaming services like Netflix to 480p resolution
  • Charging speed can be inconsistent despite the 33W fast charging support
  • Average camera software lacks advanced shooting modes like timelapse or slow motion
  • Gaming performance is limited to low or mid-range titles; not suitable for heavy gaming
  • Poor manufacturer software support with few, if any, system updates provided over time

Verdict

The Blackview Active 8 4G is a highly durable, rugged tablet featuring a 10.36-inch 2.4K IPS display protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 5 and a massive 22,000mAh battery that supports 33W fast charging and reverse charging. Powered by an octa-core Unisoc T616 processor with 6GB of physical RAM (expandable by 6GB virtual RAM) and 128GB of internal storage (expandable to 1TB via microSD), it is built to MIL-STD-810H and IP68/IP69K standards for resistance against water, dust, and extreme temperatures. Its main pros include exceptional battery longevity, a high-resolution screen with TÜV Rheinland low blue light certification, and robust quad Harman Kardon speakers; however, its primary cons are its significant weight of 976g and the lack of Widevine L1 support, which limits most streaming services to 480p resolution.

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