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Blackview Mega 1 4G (8GB + 256GB) Review | 168 Data compared

Avg. price:~£150RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:11.5 inchesChipset:MediaTek Helio G99

Blackview Mega 1 4G (8GB + 256GB) 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 Mega 1 4G (8GB + 256GB)
7.6/10

Overall score

Score
7.6/ 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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Score components

90%

7.6

Technical score

10%

8.2

User score

â–²Better than 79% of tablets
8.3

Value for money

Value for money
8.3/ 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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★ Better than 91% of models
Score components

70%

7.6

Overall score

30%

9.7

Price

★Better than 91%
7.6

Technical score

Technical score
7.6/ 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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â–² Better than 79% of models
Score components

22%

7.3

Performance

20%

6.9

Display

16%

8.6

Camera

14%

8.4

Battery

12%

7.4

Connectivity

8%

7.4

Software & Features

5%

7.4

Design

3%

6.2

Audio & Multimedia

â–²Better than 79%
8.2

User score

User score
8.2/ 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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â–² Better than 76% of models
Score components

70%

8.5

User ratings

30%

7.7

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–²Better than 76%
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Available versions:
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Technical Specifications of tablet Blackview Mega 1 4G (8GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.6/ 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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â–² Better than 79% of models
Score components:

22%

7.3

Performance

20%

6.9

Display

16%

8.6

Camera

14%

8.4

Battery

12%

7.4

Connectivity

8%

7.4

Software & Features

5%

7.4

Design

3%

6.2

Audio & Multimedia

7.6
User score
User score
8.2/ 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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â–² Better than 76% of models
Score components

70%

8.5

User ratings

30%

7.7

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.2
Popularity
Popularity
7.7/ 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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â–² Better than 75% of models
Popularity:
Blackview Mega 1 4G (8GB + 256GB) has a user popularity of 7.7 points, which is lower than 74.9% of Tablets.
7.7
Value for money
Value for money
8.3/ 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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★ Better than 91% of models
Score components:

70%

7.6

Overall score

30%

9.7

Price

8.3
RAM capacity
8 GB
Market range: <2 GB – >12 GB
This tablet has a RAM capacity of 8 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 72.3% of tablets and equal to that of 17.8% of tablets.
Process node
6 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 6 nm process node, which is smaller than the node size used in 76.4% of tablets and equal to the node used in 8.2% of tablets.
Internal storage
256 GB
Market range: <0 GB – >250 GB
This tablet has an internal storage capacity of 256 GB which is larger than the storage of 76.5% of tablets and equal to that of 15.7% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
729 points
Market range: <233 points – >2.3k points
This tablet scored 729 points in Geekbench 6 (single-core) which is higher than the score of 47.7% of tablets and equal to the score of 2.9% of tablets.
Chipset
MediaTek Helio G99
This tablet uses the MediaTek Helio G99 chipset, which is less advanced than the chipsets in 50.9% of tablets and equal to those in 2.9% 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
120 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >120 Hz
This tablet supports a refresh rate of 120 Hz which is higher than in 80.4% of tablets and equal to that in 10.8% of tablets.
Display type
IPS LCD
This tablet uses a IPS LCD display type. 17% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
203 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 203 ppi which is lower than that of 62.9% of tablets and equal to that of 0.6% of tablets.
Display glass type
?
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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
50 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a main camera resolution of 50 MP which is higher than that of 97.6% of tablets and equal to that of 2% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
13 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera resolution of 13 MP which is higher than in 96.3% of tablets and equal to that in 0.6% 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
8,800 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has a battery capacity of 8,800 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 81% of tablets and equal to those in 0.8% of tablets.
Charging speed
33 W
Market range: <10 W – >60 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
20 hours
Market range: <6 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 20 hours, which is longer than that of 95.8% of tablets and equal to that of 1.4% of tablets.
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
no
This tablet does not support NFC. 10.9% 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
?
App tracking protection
yes
This tablet includes app tracking protection. 71.8% of tablets include app tracking protection.
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IP rating
?
Weight
528 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 528 g which is heavier than 61.7% of tablets and equal to the weight of 0.1% 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
?
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Number of microphones
?
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
4
Market range: <1 – >6
This tablet includes 4 speakers, which is more than in 70.9% of tablets and equal to the number in 22.7% of tablets.
FM radio
yes
This tablet includes an FM radio. 81.1% of tablets offer FM radio functionality.
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Blackview Mega 1 4G (8GB + 256GB) vs the average tablet

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  • 2x higher refresh rate
    This tablet has a higher refresh rate than the average tablet (120 Hz vs 60 Hz). The average tablet has refresh rate of 60 Hz.
    120 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • 10 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (20 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    20 hours vs 10 hours
  • 42 MP higher main camera megapixels
    This tablet has a higher main camera resolution than the average tablet (50 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet main camera has 8 MP megapixels.
    50 MP vs 8 MP
  • 8 MP higher front camera megapixels
    This tablet has more front camera megapixels than the average tablet (13 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has 5 MP front camera resolution.
    13 MP vs 5 MP
  • 4x more storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (256 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet provides 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 adaptive refresh rate
    This tablet has adaptive refresh rate, the average tablet does not. 17.6% of tablets support adaptive refresh rate.
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This tablet has more RAM capacity than the average tablet (8 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    8 GB vs 4 GB
  • 16.5% better value for money
    Blackview Mega 1 4G (8GB + 256GB) has better value for money than the average tablet (8.27 vs 7.1).
    8.27 vs 7.1
  • 73.3% cheaper
    Blackview Mega 1 4G (8GB + 256GB) is cheaper than the average tablet (£150 vs £260).
    £150 vs £260
  • 4x more storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (256 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet provides 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
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This tablet has more RAM capacity than the average tablet (8 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    8 GB vs 4 GB
  • More capable chipset
    This tablet uses the MediaTek Helio G99 chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    MediaTek Helio G99 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 57.1% smaller process node
    This tablet uses a smaller process node than the average tablet (6 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet uses a process node of 14 nm.
    6 nm vs 14 nm
  • 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
  • 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
  • 10% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (2.2 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    2.2 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • Better GPU
    This tablet uses the Mali-G57 MC2 GPU, while the average tablet uses Mali-G51. GPU choice is one of the main performance differences between tablets.
    Mali-G57 MC2 vs Mali-G51
  • 2x higher refresh rate
    This tablet has a higher refresh rate than the average tablet (120 Hz vs 60 Hz). The average tablet has refresh rate of 60 Hz.
    120 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • Supports adaptive refresh rate
    This tablet has adaptive refresh rate, the average tablet does not. 17.6% of tablets support adaptive refresh rate.
  • 1.4 inches larger screen size
    This tablet has a higher screen size than the average tablet (11.5 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet has screen size of 10.1 inches.
    11.5 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 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
  • 42 MP higher main camera megapixels
    This tablet has a higher main camera resolution than the average tablet (50 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet main camera has 8 MP megapixels.
    50 MP vs 8 MP
  • 8 MP higher front camera megapixels
    This tablet has more front camera megapixels than the average tablet (13 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has 5 MP front camera resolution.
    13 MP vs 5 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
  • Supports PDAF
    This tablet supports PDAF, the average tablet does not. 28.1% of tablets support PDAF.
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This tablet has a better front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 front camera aperture.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • 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.
  • 10 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (20 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    20 hours vs 10 hours
  • 33.7% larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a higher battery capacity than the average tablet (8,800 mAh vs 6,580 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6,580 mAh.
    8,800 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
  • Includes fingerprint scanner
    This tablet offers a better fingerprint scanner setup than the average tablet (yes vs no). Fingerprint scanner quality still varies a lot between tablets.
    Side-mounted fingerprint scanner.
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This tablet supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average tablet (5.1 vs 5). The average tablet uses Bluetooth 5.0.
    5.1 vs 5.0
  • Supports live text recognition
    This tablet supports live text recognition, the average tablet does not. 34.9% of tablets can recognize text from images.
  • Includes app tracking protection
    This tablet includes app tracking protection, the average tablet does not. 28.3% of tablets offer app tracking protection.
  • Supports dynamic theme
    This tablet features dynamic themes, the average tablet does not. 29% of tablets offer dynamic theming.
  • 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.
  • Includes stylus
    This tablet includes a stylus, the average tablet does not. 16.9% of tablets come with a stylus.
  • 5 newer release date
    This tablet has a newer release date than the average tablet (2024 vs 2019).
    March 2024
    2024 vs 2019
  • 2 more speakers
    This tablet has more speakers than the average tablet (4 vs 2). The average tablet has 2 speakers.
    4 vs 2
  • 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 manual exposure control
    This tablet does not offer manual exposure control, the average tablet does. 63.6% of tablets have manual exposure.
  • No manual white balance
    This tablet does not allow manual white balance adjustments, the average tablet does. 51.6% of tablets include white balance controls.
  • No 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This tablet does not have a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average tablet does. 72.9% of tablets include a headphone jack.
  • 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
    8.2/ 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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    Blackview Mega 1 4G
    the average tablet
    Blackview Mega 1 4G (8GB + 256GB) does not support multi-user mode, the average tablet does. 73.6% of tablets allow multiple user profiles.
  • 9.4% lower pixel density
    This tablet has a lower pixel density than the average tablet (203 ppi vs 224 ppi). The average tablet has pixel density of 224 ppi.
    203 ppi vs 224 ppi
  • 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
  • 9.4% lower pixel density
    This tablet has a lower pixel density than the average tablet (203 ppi vs 224 ppi). The average tablet has pixel density of 224 ppi.
    203 ppi vs 224 ppi
  • 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
  • 18 ppi lower screen sharpness
    This tablet has a lower screen sharpness than the average tablet (203 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has screen sharpness of 221 ppi.
    203 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • No manual exposure control
    This tablet does not offer manual exposure control, the average tablet does. 63.6% of tablets have manual exposure.
  • No manual white balance
    This tablet does not allow manual white balance adjustments, the average tablet does. 51.6% of tablets include white balance controls.
  • 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 HDMI output
    This tablet does not have an HDMI output, the average tablet does. 50.1% of tablets support HDMI output.
  • 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
    8.2/ 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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    Blackview Mega 1 4G
    the average tablet
    Blackview Mega 1 4G (8GB + 256GB) does not support multi-user mode, the average tablet does. 73.6% of tablets allow multiple user profiles.
  • 93.4 mm wider
    This tablet is wider than the average tablet (268.7 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    268.7 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • 7.8% heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (528 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    528 g vs 490 g
  • 68.7 mm taller
    This tablet is taller than the average tablet (268.7 mm vs 200 mm). The average tablet is 200.0 mm tall.
    268.7 mm vs 200.0 mm
  • No 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This tablet does not have a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average tablet does. 72.9% of tablets include a headphone jack.

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

8.0
Product Impressions
≈ estimated
18/05/2024
Long-term test · about a month of daily use
Verdict
Blackview Mega 1 4G is a very impressive all-round tablet, though its stand and lack of software updates are drawbacks.
9.0
Tech Man Pat
≈ estimated
09/05/2024
Hands-on review · photo, battery and build tests
Verdict
Blackview Mega 1 4G is an extremely capable Android tablet for the money, recommended if you already like Android.
9.0
Moschuss
≈ estimated
19/04/2024
Hands-on review · display, gaming, sound and pen tests
Verdict
Blackview Mega 1 4G is a well-balanced tablet with a bright, sharp screen, though its pen is imprecise.
9.0
OutOfBit
≈ estimated
06/04/2024
Hands-on review · a month of work and leisure use
Verdict
Blackview Mega 1 4G is well built with an excellent screen, and its performance is sufficient for every use.
9.0
RetroBreeze
≈ estimated
14/03/2024
Full review · gaming, screen, speakers and comparison
Verdict
Blackview Mega 1 4G is an excellent budget tablet with a great screen and strong performance, recommended despite minor drawbacks.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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zdnet.com
31/07/2024
Summary of the review
I found a cheap Android tablet worthy of replacing my iPad (and better in some ways)
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heise.de
06/05/2024
Summary of the review
Blackview Mega 1 im Test: Tablet mit 11,5-Zoll, 120 Hz & LTE ab 200 Euro
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smartzone.de
14/04/2024
Summary of the review
Blackview Mega 1 Tablet im Test - Smartzone.de
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connect.de
19/12/2024
Summary of the review
Blackview Mega 1 im Test: Android-Tablet für Sparfüchse
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mein-mmo.de
13/11/2024
Summary of the review
Ein Tablet für unter 300 Euro macht sogar dem iPad und meinem Surface Pro starke Konkurrenz
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technologyinsider.nl
26/03/2024
Summary of the review
Blackview MEGA 1 Review: Een grote tablet uit de aanbieding bij AliExpress voor 225 euro met 4G en 50 megapixelsensor
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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 Mega 1 4G (8GB + 256GB)

  • High-quality 11.5-inch 120Hz display with 2.4K resolution providing a smooth visual experience
  • Excellent value for money, often compared favorably to more expensive brands
  • Strong performance from the MediaTek Helio G99 chip, suitable for gaming and multitasking
  • Impressive quad-speaker audio system providing loud and clear sound
  • High-resolution 50MP rear camera that captures detailed photos for a budget device
  • Long battery life with an 8800mAh capacity and 33W fast charging support

What customers don't like about Blackview Mega 1 4G (8GB + 256GB)

  • Included folio case and stylus pen are described by some as flimsy or low-quality
  • Lack of a dedicated headphone jack, requiring an adapter or Bluetooth
  • Software updates are reported to be rare or non-existent
  • Face unlock feature can be unreliable in low-light conditions
  • The 120Hz display can lead to faster battery drain during heavy use
  • Slow data access and thumbnail loading when using MicroSD cards

Verdict

The Blackview Mega 1 4G is a feature-rich budget tablet powered by the 6nm MediaTek Helio G99 octa-core processor, featuring 8GB of RAM (expandable via virtual RAM) and 256GB of internal storage, further expandable up to 1TB via microSD. It boasts a large 11.5-inch 2.4K IPS display with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate and Widevine L1 support for high-definition streaming, complemented by a quad-speaker system and a notable 50MP Samsung rear camera. Key advantages include its sleek 7.6mm slim aluminum unibody design, a long-lasting 8800mAh battery with 33W fast charging, and the inclusion of a stylus pen and protective case in the box. However, notable drawbacks include a lack of consistent software updates, a face unlock feature that some users find unreliable in low light, and the absence of a dedicated storage slot for the included stylus.

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