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Chuwi SurPad 4G (4GB + 128GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£310RAM capacity:4 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:10.1 inchesChipset:MediaTek Helio P60

Chuwi SurPad 4G (4GB + 128GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 1 expert reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Chuwi SurPad 4G (4GB + 128GB)
7.0/10

Overall score

Score
7.0/ 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%

6.7

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

6.7

Reviews score

10%

?

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

â–²Better than 50% of tablets
7.5

Value for money

Value for money
7.5/ 10
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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%

7.0

Overall score

30%

8.9

Price

â–¼Worse than 57%
6.7

Technical score

Technical score
6.7/ 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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Score components

22%

6.0

Performance

20%

5.7

Display

16%

7.1

Camera

14%

8.7

Battery

12%

7.2

Connectivity

8%

6.5

Software

5%

6.3

Design

3%

5.7

Audio

â–²Better than 63%
6.7

Reviews score

Reviews score
6.7/ 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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6.7

Mark 7.3 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%

5.0

Popularity

Grades by review (1)
1 review, its grade estimated from the review text. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 60%
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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.
Not in any best-of list yet
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £310
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Technical Specifications of tablet Chuwi SurPad 4G (4GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.7/ 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–² Better than 63% of models
Score components:

22%

6.0

Performance

20%

5.7

Display

16%

7.1

Camera

14%

8.7

Battery

12%

7.2

Connectivity

8%

6.5

Software

5%

6.3

Design

3%

5.7

Audio

6.7
Reviews score
6.7
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.5/ 10
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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%

7.0

Overall score

30%

8.9

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
128 GB
Market range: <16 GB – >256 GB
This tablet has 128 GB of internal storage, which is more than 56.2% of tablets and equal to 20% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
299 points
Market range: <233 points – >2.3k points
This tablet scores 299 points in single-core tests, which is lower than 85.5% of tablets and equal to 0.6% of tablets.
Chipset
MediaTek Helio P60
This tablet runs on MediaTek Helio P60, which is less advanced than 56.7% of tablets and equal to 0.1% 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
224 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 224 ppi, which is higher than 50.1% of tablets and equal to 11.5% of tablets.
Display glass type
?
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Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical stabilisation. 0.4% of tablets offer this.
Main camera megapixels
8 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a rear camera with 8 MP resolution, which is higher than 36.4% of tablets and equal to 31.9% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
8 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 8 MP resolution, which is higher than 69.6% of tablets and equal to 19.5% 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
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
45 W
Market range: <10 W – >45 W
This tablet charges at 45 W, which is faster than 83.8% of tablets and equal to 6.7% of tablets.
Battery life
18 hours
Market range: <7 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 18 hours, which is longer than that of 93.4% of tablets and equal to that of 2% 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
?
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
542 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 542 g, which is heavier than 64.1% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
yes
This tablet supports a backlit keyboard. 90.4% 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
2
Market range: <1 – >3
This tablet has a microphone array of 2, which is more than 55.1% of tablets and equal to 32.7% 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 SurPad 4G (4GB + 128GB) vs the average tablet

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  • 8 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (18 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    18 hours vs 10 hours
  • Faster storage type
    This tablet uses UFS storage, while the average tablet uses eMMC. Storage technology still varies widely across tablets.
    UFS vs eMMC
  • 2.5x faster charging
    This tablet charges faster than the average tablet (45 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    45 W vs 18 W
  • 3 MP higher front resolution
    This tablet has a higher-resolution front camera than the average tablet (8 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    8 MP vs 5 MP
  • Supports LTE
    This tablet supports LTE, while the average tablet does not. 42.9% of tablets support LTE.
  • Includes anti-reflection coating
    This tablet has anti-reflection coating, the average tablet does not. 24.6% of tablets use anti-reflection coating.
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (MediaTek Helio P60 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    MediaTek Helio P60 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This tablet has a wider front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's front camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • 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 (MediaTek Helio P60 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    MediaTek Helio P60 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • More advanced memory type
    This tablet uses more advanced memory than the average tablet (LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3).
    LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3
  • More advanced graphics
    This tablet has more advanced graphics than the average tablet (Mali G72 MP3 vs Mali-G51).
    Mali G72 MP3 vs Mali-G51
  • 2x more internal storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (128 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 64 GB
  • 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
  • Includes anti-reflection coating
    This tablet has anti-reflection coating, the average tablet does not. 24.6% of tablets use anti-reflection coating.
  • Supports HDR10
    This tablet supports HDR10, while the average tablet does not. 21.7% of tablets support HDR10.
  • 3 MP higher front resolution
    This tablet has a higher-resolution front camera than the average tablet (8 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    8 MP vs 5 MP
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This tablet has a wider front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's front camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Built-in camera flash
    This tablet has a camera flash, while the average tablet does not. 45.5% of tablets have one.
  • 8 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (18 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    18 hours vs 10 hours
  • 2.5x faster charging
    This tablet charges faster than the average tablet (45 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    45 W vs 18 W
  • 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.
  • Supports drawing
    This tablet is suitable for drawing, while the average tablet is not. 40% of tablets are suitable for drawing.
  • Includes backlit keyboard
    This tablet has a backlit keyboard, the average tablet does not. 9.6% of tablets offer a backlit keyboard.
  • 37.4 mm shorter
    This tablet is shorter than the average tablet (162.6 mm vs 200 mm). The average tablet is 200 mm tall.
    162.6 mm vs 200 mm
  • 1 more microphones
    This tablet has more microphones than the average tablet (2 vs 1). The average tablet's microphone count is 1.
    2 vs 1
  • 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 manual exposure control
    This tablet does not support manual exposure, while the average tablet does. 63.6% of tablets support manual exposure.
  • No HDR photo mode
    This tablet does not have HDR photo mode, the average tablet does. 79.8% of tablets support HDR photo mode.
  • 59% lower single-core score
    This tablet has a lower single-core score than the average tablet (299 points vs 729 points). The average tablet scores 729 points in single-core tests.
    299 points vs 729 points
  • No camera and mic privacy
    This tablet does not support camera and mic privacy, while the average tablet does. 56.6% of tablets offer this.
  • 38.9% lower multi-core score
    This tablet has a lower multi-core score than the average tablet (1,155 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in multi-core tests.
    1,155 points vs 1,891 points
  • No panorama mode
    This tablet does not support panorama mode, while the average tablet does. 78.6% of tablets support panorama mode.
  • 4.3% lower review score
    Reviews score
    6.7/ 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 60% of models

    6.7

    Mark 7.3 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%

    5.0

    Popularity

    Grades by review (1)
    1 review, its grade estimated from the review text. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    6.7 vs 7.0
  • 59% lower single-core score
    This tablet has a lower single-core score than the average tablet (299 points vs 729 points). The average tablet scores 729 points in single-core tests.
    299 points vs 729 points
  • 38.9% lower multi-core score
    This tablet has a lower multi-core score than the average tablet (1,155 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in multi-core tests.
    1,155 points vs 1,891 points
  • 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
  • Less vivid contrast
    This tablet has less contrast 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 manual exposure control
    This tablet does not support manual exposure, while the average tablet does. 63.6% of tablets support manual exposure.
  • No HDR photo mode
    This tablet does not have HDR photo mode, the average tablet does. 79.8% of tablets support HDR photo mode.
  • No panorama mode
    This tablet does not support panorama mode, while the average tablet does. 78.6% of tablets support panorama mode.
  • No backside-illuminated sensor
    This tablet does not have a BSI sensor, while the average tablet does. 52.6% of tablets have a BSI sensor.
  • No timelapse video
    This tablet does not support timelapse video, while the average tablet does. 57.5% of tablets support timelapse video.
  • 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 camera and mic privacy
    This tablet does not support camera and mic privacy, while the average tablet does. 56.6% 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 voice commands
    This tablet does not support voice commands, while the average tablet does. 96.3% of tablets offer this.
  • 1.2 mm thicker
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (9.2 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    9.2 mm vs 8 mm
  • 10.6% heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (542 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    542 g vs 490 g
  • 68.6 mm wider
    This tablet is wider than the average tablet (243.9 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    243.9 mm vs 175.3 mm

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
gizchina.com
≈ estimated
01/12/2020
Benchmark test · Android 2-in-1
Verdict
The Chuwi SurPad is a light Android 2-in-1 with fast storage and smooth 4K video, suited to mainstream games and easy office work.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Chuwi SurPad 4G (4GB + 128GB)

  • Excellent value for money, offering mid-range specs at a budget price point
  • Premium build quality with a high-texture metal (unibody aluminum) chassis
  • Vibrant 10.1-inch FHD IPS display with good color reproduction and deep blacks
  • Fast UFS storage provides significantly quicker read/write speeds compared to standard eMMC
  • Reliable 4G LTE connectivity with dual-SIM support for mobile data
  • Versatile 2-in-1 functionality with support for a magnetic detachable keyboard
  • Smooth performance for everyday tasks like web browsing, emails, and HD video streaming

What customers don't like about Chuwi SurPad 4G (4GB + 128GB)

  • Display brightness is often cited as being too high even at the lowest setting, making it uncomfortable for dark-room use
  • Inconsistent battery life; some users report rapid drain even while idle
  • Charging speed is relatively slow, often taking over 3-4 hours for a full charge
  • Limited software support with few to no official Android version updates after purchase
  • Physical keyboard attachment can sometimes be flimsy or detach too easily due to weak magnets
  • Cameras (8MP front and rear) are basic and generally underperform in low-light conditions
  • WiFi occasionally prioritizes weaker 2.4 GHz signals over stronger 5 GHz connections

Verdict

The Chuwi SurPad 4G is a versatile 10.1-inch Android 10 tablet featuring a 1920 x 1200 IPS display, powered by a MediaTek Helio P60 octa-core processor and Mali-G72 GPU. It is equipped with 4GB of LPDDR4X RAM and 128GB of high-speed UFS storage, which is significantly faster than standard eMMC and can be expanded via microSD. Main characteristics include a premium metal unibody design, dual-SIM 4G LTE connectivity, and a large 8,000mAh battery for extended use. Pros include its lightweight build at 542g, 2-in-1 capability with support for a magnetic keyboard and stylus, and a sharp, fully laminated screen. However, notable cons include its older Android 10 operating system, slow charging speeds, and a processor that may struggle with heavy gaming or professional video editing tasks.

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