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Chuwi Hi9 Air 4G (4GB + 64GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£230RAM capacity:4 GBInternal storage:64 GBScreen size:10.1 inchesChipset:MediaTek Helio X20

Chuwi Hi9 Air 4G (4GB + 64GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 27 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Chuwi Hi9 Air 4G (4GB + 64GB)
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%

6.1

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

6.1

Reviews score

10%

5.8

Sentiment score

â–¼Worse than 70% of tablets
7.3

Value for money

Value for money
7.3/ 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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Score components

70%

6.5

Overall score

30%

9.3

Price

â–¼Worse than 67%
6.1

Technical score

Technical score
6.1/ 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%

6.3

Performance

20%

6.1

Display

16%

7.3

Camera

14%

4.0

Battery

12%

6.6

Connectivity

8%

6.6

Software

5%

5.7

Design

3%

4.8

Audio

â–²Better than 50%
6.1

Reviews score

Reviews score
6.1/ 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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6.1

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

80%

7.6

Average grade

20%

8.7

Popularity

Grades by review (27)
16 reviews: 13 with a printed score, 3 estimated from the review. 11 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 66%
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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.
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What reviewers say about the Chuwi Hi9 Air 4G (4GB + 64GB)

Based on 16 · 12

Reviewers praise the screen quality and connectivity, but complain about low brightness, charging and port issues, and reliability problems.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
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What owners say about the Chuwi Hi9 Air 4G (4GB + 64GB)

Based on 50 owners sharing their experience in online comments

18%positive12%mixed70%negative

Owners praise the sharp display, but screen faults, connectivity trouble, charging problems, and sluggish performance undermine the experience.

What owners dislike

  • Owners report a halo spot mid-screen, touch that stops responding until a hard reboot, and screens breaking after drops or pressure.8
  • Owners report 4G calls failing, with VoLTE pushing the CPU cores to max, weak Wi-Fi needing close range, and 4G dropping to 3G.7
  • Owners say they get no Android updates and bugs are never fixed, with some tablets rebooting constantly or getting stuck in boot loops.6
  • Owners say support is hard to reach, there are no spare parts, and replacements or repairs are refused or hard to get locally.6
  • Owners report the battery stalling at 0%, 96% or 98%, showing day-long charge estimates, and reaching 100% only with a 2.4A charger.5
  • Owners say games like PUBG Mobile lag and need minimum settings, and touch aiming fails in 8 Ball Pool.5
  • Owners report the tablet gets hot, reaching about 75°C in Antutu, and the camera overheats and shuts off after about a minute.3

Points mentioned by at least 3 owners, most mentioned first.

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Technical Specifications of tablet Chuwi Hi9 Air 4G (4GB + 64GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.1/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 50% of models
Score components:

22%

6.3

Performance

20%

6.1

Display

16%

7.3

Camera

14%

4.0

Battery

12%

6.6

Connectivity

8%

6.6

Software

5%

5.7

Design

3%

4.8

Audio

6.1
Reviews score
6.1
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.3/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
Score components:

70%

6.5

Overall score

30%

9.3

Price

7.3
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
20 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 20 nm process, which is larger than 56.5% of tablets and equal to 1.4% of tablets.
Internal storage
64 GB
Market range: <16 GB – >256 GB
This tablet has 64 GB of internal storage, which is more than 39.1% of tablets and equal to 17% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
?
Chipset
MediaTek Helio X20
This tablet runs on MediaTek Helio X20, which is less advanced than 56.5% of tablets and equal to 0.1% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Screen resolution
2560×1600
This tablet has a 2560×1600 screen, which is sharper than 77.5% of tablets and equal to 10% 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
299 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 299 ppi, which is higher than 91.3% of tablets and equal to 1% of tablets.
Display glass type
Corning Gorilla Glass
This tablet protects its screen with Corning Gorilla Glass, which is more durable than 45.4% of tablets and the same as 32.8% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical stabilisation. 0.4% of tablets offer this.
Main camera megapixels
13 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a rear camera with 13 MP resolution, which is higher than 73.9% of tablets and equal to 21.7% of tablets.
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
N/A
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Battery capacity
8,000 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 8,000 mAh battery capacity, which is larger than 70.2% of tablets and equal to 4% of tablets.
Charging speed
12.5 W
Market range: <10 W – >45 W
This tablet charges at 12.5 W, which is slower than 58.7% of tablets and equal to 0.1% of tablets.
Battery life
7 hours
Market range: <7 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 7 hours, which is shorter than that of 85.4% of tablets and equal to that of 5.5% of tablets.
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets offer this.
Fast charging
no
This tablet does not support fast charging. 56.9% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
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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What reviewers say
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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What reviewers say
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
550 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 550 g, which is heavier than 64.9% of tablets and equal to 0.6% 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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What reviewers say
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
2
Market range: <2 – >4
This tablet includes 2 speakers, which is more than in 9.8% of tablets and equal to the number in 60.8% of tablets.
FM radio
yes
This tablet includes an FM radio. 81.1% of tablets offer this.
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Chuwi Hi9 Air 4G (4GB + 64GB) vs the average tablet

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  • 5 MP higher rear resolution
    This tablet has a higher-resolution rear camera than the average tablet (13 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a rear camera of 8 MP.
    13 MP vs 8 MP
  • Better main-camera video
    This tablet supports better main-camera video recording than the average tablet (2160x21 fps vs 1080x30 fps). The average tablet supports 1080x30 fps main-camera video recording.
    2160x21 fps vs 1080x30 fps
  • 35.3% sharper screen detail
    This tablet has sharper screen detail than the average tablet (299 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    299 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • Sharper display
    This tablet has a sharper screen than the average tablet (2560×1600 vs 1920×1200).
    2,560×1,600 vs 1,920×1,200
  • Supports LTE
    This tablet supports LTE, while the average tablet does not. 42.9% of tablets support LTE.
  • 2,667 MHz faster RAM speed
    This tablet has a higher RAM speed than the average tablet (4,533 MHz vs 1,866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1,866 MHz.
    4,533 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (MediaTek Helio X20 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    MediaTek Helio X20 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • Stylus included
    This tablet includes a stylus, while the average tablet does not. 17.2% of tablets offer this.
  • 2,667 MHz faster RAM speed
    This tablet has a higher RAM speed than the average tablet (4,533 MHz vs 1,866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1,866 MHz.
    4,533 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (MediaTek Helio X20 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    MediaTek Helio X20 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 2 more CPU threads
    This tablet has more CPU threads than the average tablet (10 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    10 vs 8
  • 15% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (2.3 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    2.3 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • More advanced memory type
    This tablet uses more advanced memory than the average tablet (LPDDR4 vs LPDDR3).
    LPDDR4 vs LPDDR3
  • 20% faster GPU clock
    This tablet runs its GPU faster than the average tablet (780 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet runs its GPU at 650 MHz.
    780 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • 35.3% sharper screen detail
    This tablet has sharper screen detail than the average tablet (299 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    299 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • Sharper display
    This tablet has a sharper screen than the average tablet (2560×1600 vs 1920×1200).
    2,560×1,600 vs 1,920×1,200
  • 5 MP higher rear resolution
    This tablet has a higher-resolution rear camera than the average tablet (13 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a rear camera of 8 MP.
    13 MP vs 8 MP
  • Better main-camera video
    This tablet supports better main-camera video recording than the average tablet (2160x21 fps vs 1080x30 fps). The average tablet supports 1080x30 fps main-camera video recording.
    2160x21 fps vs 1080x30 fps
  • Built-in camera flash
    This tablet has a camera flash, while the average tablet does not. 45.5% of tablets have one.
  • 21.2% larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a larger battery capacity than the average tablet (8,000 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    8,000 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • 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.
  • Stylus included
    This tablet includes a stylus, while the average tablet does not. 17.2% of tablets offer this.
  • No USB-C port
    This tablet does not have a USB Type-C port, while the average tablet does. 54% of tablets have one.
  • 3 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (7 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    7 hours vs 10 hours
  • 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 fast charging
    This tablet does not support fast charging, while the average tablet does. 56.8% of tablets support fast charging.
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This tablet has a narrower front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.6 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's front camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.6 vs f/2.2
  • No direct OS updates
    This tablet does not support direct OS updates, while the average tablet does. 79.7% of tablets offer this.
  • More basic graphics
    This tablet has less advanced graphics than the average tablet (ARM Mali-T880 MP4 vs Mali-G51).
    ARM Mali-T880 MP4 vs Mali-G51
  • No manual exposure control
    This tablet does not support manual exposure, while the average tablet does. 63.6% of tablets support manual exposure.
  • 12.9% lower review score
    Reviews score
    6.1/ 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
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models

    6.1

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

    80%

    7.6

    Average grade

    20%

    8.7

    Popularity

    Grades by review (27)
    16 reviews: 13 with a printed score, 3 estimated from the review. 11 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    6.1 vs 7.0
  • 22.7% lower sentiment score
    5.8 vs 7.5
  • 3% worse value for money
    Chuwi Hi9 Air 4G (4GB + 64GB) has worse value for money than the average tablet (7.33 vs 7.6).
    7.33 vs 7.55
  • More basic graphics
    This tablet has less advanced graphics than the average tablet (ARM Mali-T880 MP4 vs Mali-G51).
    ARM Mali-T880 MP4 vs Mali-G51
  • 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
  • 42.9% larger process node
    This tablet has a larger process node than the average tablet (20 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet is built on 14 nm.
    20 nm vs 14 nm
  • 1 nits dimmer screen
    This tablet is dimmer than the average tablet (400 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    400 nits vs 401 nits
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This tablet has a narrower front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.6 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's front camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.6 vs f/2.2
  • No manual exposure control
    This tablet does not support manual exposure, while the average tablet does. 63.6% of tablets support manual exposure.
  • 3 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (7 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    7 hours vs 10 hours
  • No fast charging
    This tablet does not support fast charging, while the average tablet does. 56.8% of tablets support fast charging.
  • 30.6% slower charging
    This tablet charges slower than the average tablet (12.5 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    12.5 W vs 18 W
  • No USB-C port
    This tablet does not have a USB Type-C port, while the average tablet does. 54% of tablets have one.
  • No face recognition
    This tablet does not have face recognition, the average tablet does. 56.4% of tablets support face recognition.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This tablet has an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (4.2 vs 5).
    4.2 vs 5
  • 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 full-page screenshots
    This tablet does not support full-page screenshots, the average tablet does. 53% of tablets support full-page screenshots.
  • No dark mode
    This tablet does not support dark mode, while the average tablet does. 57.7% 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.
  • 12.2% heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (550 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    550 g vs 490 g
  • 66.4 mm wider
    This tablet is wider than the average tablet (241.7 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    241.7 mm vs 175.3 mm

Video reviews

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

7.0
Prices Compare
≈ estimated
13/12/2018
Unboxing and review · battery, camera and benchmark tests
Verdict
Chuwi Hi9 Air 4G has a good build and outdoor screen, but brightness and camera faults need a software fix.
9.0
Chigz Tech Reviews
≈ estimated
16/10/2018
Hands-on review · benchmarks, gaming and battery tests
Verdict
Chuwi Hi9 Air 4G is a strong performer for its price, with a great build, a sharp screen and good speakers.
7.0
Prices Compare
≈ estimated
10/08/2018
Unboxing and review · battery, camera and benchmark tests
Verdict
Chuwi Hi9 Air 4G has a good build and outdoor screen, but brightness and camera faults need a software fix.
7.0
TechTablets
≈ estimated
18/05/2018
Unboxing and review · gaming, thermals and LTE tests
Verdict
Chuwi Hi9 Air 4G is a decent tablet with good gaming performance, but it isn't premium and has weak signal and a dim screen.
9.0
Roberto Jorge Tech
≈ estimated
22/04/2019
Hands-on review · performance, games and camera checks
Verdict
Chuwi Hi9 Air 4G is a nice tablet at a fair price, though the camera is weak and it uses micro USB.
3.0
Marcin
≈ estimated
27/01/2019
Charging fault report · tests with several chargers
Verdict
Chuwi Hi9 Air 4G's battery would not charge, so the tablet could no longer be used.
7.0
Zi Reviews Tech
≈ estimated
15/06/2018
First look · unboxing and first use
Verdict
Chuwi Hi9 Air 4G is more promising than its predecessor, but touch response and speakers hold it back.
Not graded
Overview video
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
techadvisor.com
✓ explicit
29/11/2018
Hands-on review · Budget Android tablet
Verdict
The Chuwi Hi9 Air is a good-value 10-inch tablet with 4G and a sharp screen, though its dim display and flimsy plastic back let it down.
9.0
androidheadlines.com
≈ estimated
24/08/2018
Hands-on review · Premium-feel budget tablet
Verdict
The Chuwi Hi9 Air feels more solid than its price suggests, with a vibrant screen, but micro-SIM slots, battery life below its claim and slow charging hold it back.
8.8
review-hub.co.uk
✓ explicit
09/07/2018
Hands-on review · Large-screen Android tablet
Verdict
The Chuwi Hi9 Air is great value for money for video and spreadsheets, but its cheap-feeling plastic back and weak PUBG performance hold it back.
7.9
techtablets.com
✓ explicit
26/11/2018
Video review · 4G budget tablet
Verdict
The Chuwi Hi9 Air is a good tablet for its price, with a great screen and wide 4G band support, but capped brightness and camera app crashes hold it back.
6.7
en.techreviewer.de
✓ explicit
06/10/2024
Lab test · Helio X20 tablet
Verdict
The Chuwi Hi9 Air is a sturdy-feeling tablet with rich colours, but dim screen, slow storage and frequent crashes make it a poor everyday choice.
6.0
chip.de
≈ estimated
26/09/2018
Lab test · Battery and screen
Verdict
The Chuwi Hi9 Air LTE suits travel with 4G and about nine hours of video playback, but its dim screen and very slow charging let it down.
7.6
smartzone.de
✓ explicit
16/07/2018
Hands-on test · Dual-SIM tablet
Verdict
The Chuwi Hi9 Air is a playable, LTE-equipped tablet for video, browsing and games on the go, but the clunky home screen and missing light sensor are annoying.
8.0
heise.de
✓ explicit
16/07/2018
Hands-on test · Dual-SIM LTE tablet
Verdict
The Chuwi Hi9 Air is a good-value tablet with a sharp 2K screen, decent speed and two SIM cards, but its interface stutters and its screen could be brighter.
6.7
techreviewer.de
✓ explicit
06/10/2024
Lab test · 10.1-inch LTE tablet
Verdict
The Chuwi Hi9 Air pairs a sturdy aluminium body with 4G, but slow memory, crashes and a dim screen spoil daily use.
8.0
it-connect.fr
≈ estimated
27/09/2018
Hands-on test · Mid-range Android tablet
Verdict
The Chuwi Hi9 Air is a good-looking tablet with a nice screen and clean Android, but slow charging, fingerprints and weak rear photos hold it back.
6.7
fr.techreviewer.de
✓ explicit
06/10/2024
Lab test · Helio X20 tablet
Verdict
The Chuwi Hi9 Air has a solid aluminium body and 4G, but dim screen, slow memory and frequent crashes make daily use hard.
8.6
tablette-chinoise.net
✓ explicit
13/09/2018
Hands-on test · Affordable Android tablet
Verdict
The Chuwi Hi9 Air is a very affordable tablet with a good screen and strong power, but its all-plastic body and lack of fast charging hold it back.
8.4
profesionalreview.com
✓ explicit
06/05/2019
Hands-on test · 4G dual-SIM tablet
Verdict
The Chuwi Hi9 Air is a slim, portable 10.1-inch tablet with 4G and two SIM slots, suited to business trips where raw power is not needed.
6.7
es.techreviewer.de
✓ explicit
06/10/2024
Lab test · Aluminium-body tablet
Verdict
The Chuwi Hi9 Air has a solid build and rich colours, but its dim screen and frequent crashes make it a weak choice for daily use.
6.7
it.techreviewer.de
✓ explicit
06/10/2024
Lab test · Helio X20 tablet
Verdict
The Chuwi Hi9 Air has a well-built body that feels good in the hand, plus 4G, but its dim screen and frequent crashes hold it back.
6.7
nl.techreviewer.de
✓ explicit
06/10/2024
Lab test · Budget 4G tablet
Verdict
The Chuwi Hi9 Air has a solid one-piece body and rich colours, but its dim screen and frequent crashes make it hard to recommend for daily use.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Chuwi Hi9 Air 4G (4GB + 64GB)

  • High-resolution 2K (2560 x 1600) 10.1-inch display with good viewing angles
  • Excellent value for money and competitive pricing
  • Dual-SIM 4G LTE support and micro SD card slot
  • Stock Android 8.0 Oreo experience with minimal bloatware
  • Commendable 8,000mAh battery life for media consumption
  • Includes a 3.5mm headphone jack

What customers don't like about Chuwi Hi9 Air 4G (4GB + 64GB)

  • Weak and tinny internal speakers with low maximum volume
  • Aging Helio X20 processor can lead to UI stutters and lag in demanding games
  • Lack of an ambient light sensor for automatic brightness adjustment
  • Plastic access panel for SIM/SD cards feels cheap and fragile
  • Screen brightness is relatively low (approx. 200-205 lux), making outdoor use difficult
  • Poor camera performance in sub-optimal lighting
  • Uses an outdated micro-USB port instead of USB-C

Verdict

The Chuwi Hi9 Air is a budget-friendly 4G LTE tablet featuring a sharp 10.1-inch IPS fully laminated display with a 2560 x 1600 resolution and a 16:10 aspect ratio. It is powered by a MediaTek Helio X20 (MT6797) deca-core processor paired with 4GB of LPDDR4 RAM and 64GB of internal storage, which is expandable via microSD up to 128GB. Key features include dual-SIM support with wide 4G band coverage, an 8,000mAh battery, a 13MP Samsung rear camera with LED flash, and a 5MP front camera, all running on a stock Android 8.0 Oreo interface. While it offers excellent value with its high-resolution screen and cellular connectivity, notable drawbacks include a relatively dim display (roughly 200 nits), the use of an outdated Micro-USB port instead of USB-C, occasional UI stutters, and a lack of HDMI output.

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