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Honor Pad X8a LTE (4GB + 128GB) Review | 168 Data compared

Avg. price:~£130RAM capacity:4 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:11 inchesChipset:Qualcomm Snapdragon 680

Honor Pad X8a LTE (4GB + 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.

Honor Pad X8a LTE (4GB + 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 64% of models
Score components

90%

6.8

Technical score

10%

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User score

▲Better 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 71% of models
Score components

70%

6.8

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

▲Better 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 66% of models
Score components

22%

6.4

Performance

20%

6.5

Display

16%

6.8

Camera

14%

6.8

Battery

12%

7.2

Connectivity

8%

8.8

Software & Features

5%

6.4

Design

3%

6.0

Audio & Multimedia

▲Better than 66%
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User score

User score
8.0/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 63% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
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Technical Specifications of tablet Honor Pad X8a LTE (4GB + 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 66% of models
Score components:

22%

6.4

Performance

20%

6.5

Display

16%

6.8

Camera

14%

6.8

Battery

12%

7.2

Connectivity

8%

8.8

Software & Features

5%

6.4

Design

3%

6.0

Audio & Multimedia

6.8
User score
User score
8.0/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 63% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
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Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Honor Pad X8a LTE (4GB + 128GB) has a popularity of 1 point, which is higher than 65.8% of Tablets.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.7/ 10
✕
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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 71% of models
Score components:

70%

6.8

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

7.7
RAM capacity
4 GB
Market range: <2 GB – >12 GB
This tablet has a RAM capacity of 4 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 47.6% of tablets and equal to that of 17.6% 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
128 GB
Market range: <0 GB – >250 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
416 points
Market range: <233 points – >2.3k points
This tablet scored 416 points in Geekbench 6 (single-core) which is lower than the score of 64.8% of tablets and equal to the score of 4% of tablets.
Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon 680
This tablet uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 chipset, which is more advanced than the chipsets in 58.7% of tablets and equal to those in 1.8% of tablets.
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Screen resolution
1920×1200
This tablet has a screen resolution of 1920×1200 which is higher than that of 39.2% of tablets and equal to that of 18.8% of tablets.
Refresh rate
90 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >120 Hz
This tablet supports a refresh rate of 90 Hz which is higher than in 73.8% of tablets and equal to that in 6.5% of tablets.
Display type
IPS LCD
This tablet uses a IPS LCD display type. 17% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
207 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 207 ppi which is lower than that of 59% of tablets and equal to that of 1.9% 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
5 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a main camera resolution of 5 MP which is lower than that of 63.6% of tablets and equal to that of 26% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
5 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera resolution of 5 MP which is higher than in 48.8% of tablets and equal to that in 19.6% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
f/2.2
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/2.2 which is wider than that of 30.2% of tablets and equal to that of 27.3% 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
8,300 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has a battery capacity of 8,300 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 76.9% of tablets and equal to those in 1.1% of tablets.
Charging speed
10 W
Market range: <10 W – >60 W
This tablet supports charging speeds of 10 W which is slower than in 61% of tablets and equal to speeds in 33.2% of tablets.
Battery life
14 hours
Market range: <6 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 14 hours, which is longer than that of 81.5% of tablets and equal to that of 3.5% of tablets.
local video playback
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets support wireless charging.
Fast charging
no
This tablet does not support fast charging. 49.7% 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
medium
This tablet offers medium update support, which is longer than the support period of 47.3% of tablets and equal to that of 32.6% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
yes
This tablet receives direct OS updates. 20.3% 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
yes
This tablet includes app tracking protection. 71.8% of tablets include app tracking protection.
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IP rating
IP40
This tablet has an IP rating of IP40 which is higher than that of 84.5% of tablets and equal to that of 0.1% of tablets.
Weight
495 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 495 g which is heavier than 51% of tablets and equal to the weight of 0.7% 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
Market range: <0 – >5
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
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
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer FM radio functionality.
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Honor Pad X8a LTE (4GB + 128GB) vs the average tablet

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  • 4 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (14 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    local video playback
    14 hours vs 10 hours
  • 50% higher refresh rate
    This tablet has a higher refresh rate than the average tablet (90 Hz vs 60 Hz). The average tablet has refresh rate of 60 Hz.
    90 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • More capable chipset
    This tablet uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • Better GPU
    This tablet uses the Adreno 610 GPU, while the average tablet uses Mali-G51. GPU choice is one of the main performance differences between tablets.
    Adreno 610 vs Mali-G51
  • Supports adaptive refresh rate
    This tablet has adaptive refresh rate, the average tablet does not. 17.6% of tablets support adaptive refresh rate.
  • Wider color gamut
    This tablet supports a wider color gamut than the average tablet (DCI-P3 vs sRGB). The average tablet covers sRGB color gamut.
    DCI-P3 vs sRGB
  • 2 more speakers
    This tablet has more speakers than the average tablet (4 vs 2). The average tablet has 2 speakers.
    4 vs 2
  • 26.1% larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a higher battery capacity than the average tablet (8,300 mAh vs 6,580 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6,580 mAh.
    8,300 mAh vs 6,580 mAh
  • 2x cheaper
    Honor Pad X8a LTE (4GB + 128GB) is cheaper than the average tablet (£130 vs £260).
    £130 vs £260
  • More capable chipset
    This tablet uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • Better GPU
    This tablet uses the Adreno 610 GPU, while the average tablet uses Mali-G51. GPU choice is one of the main performance differences between tablets.
    Adreno 610 vs Mali-G51
  • 20% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (2.4 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    2.4 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 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
  • 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
  • 20 more GPU execution units
    This tablet has more GPU execution units than the average tablet (24 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    24 vs 4
  • 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
  • 50% higher refresh rate
    This tablet has a higher refresh rate than the average tablet (90 Hz vs 60 Hz). The average tablet has refresh rate of 60 Hz.
    90 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.
  • Wider color gamut
    This tablet supports a wider color gamut than the average tablet (DCI-P3 vs sRGB). The average tablet covers sRGB color gamut.
    DCI-P3 vs sRGB
  • 0.9 inches larger screen size
    This tablet has a higher screen size than the average tablet (11 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet has screen size of 10.1 inches.
    11 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This tablet has a higher contrast ratio than the average tablet (1500:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet contrast ratio is 1015:1.
    1,500:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 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.
  • 4 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (14 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    local video playback
    14 hours vs 10 hours
  • 26.1% larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a higher battery capacity than the average tablet (8,300 mAh vs 6,580 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6,580 mAh.
    8,300 mAh vs 6,580 mAh
  • Includes battery health monitoring
    This tablet features battery health monitoring, the average tablet does not. 37% of tablets include battery health tools.
  • 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.
  • 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 (IP40 vs not rated). Water and dust protection are still uncommon on tablets.
    IP40 vs not rated
  • 5 newer release date
    This tablet has a newer release date than the average tablet (2024 vs 2019).
    August 2024
    2024 vs 2019
  • 0.75 mm thinner
    This tablet is thinner than the average tablet (7.3 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8.0 mm thick.
    7.25 mm vs 8.0 mm
  • 2 more speakers
    This tablet has more speakers than the average tablet (4 vs 2). The average tablet has 2 speakers.
    4 vs 2
  • Supports LDAC
    This tablet supports LDAC, the average tablet does not. 25.2% of tablets support LDAC.
  • 3 MP lower main camera megapixels
    This tablet has a lower-resolution main camera than the average tablet (5 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a 8 MP main camera.
    5 MP vs 8 MP
  • 44.4% slower charging speed
    This tablet supports slower charging than the average tablet (10 W vs 18 W). The average tablet supports charging speed of 18 W.
    10 W vs 18 W
  • No cellular module
    This tablet does not have a cellular module, the average tablet does. 59.3% of tablets include a cellular module.
  • 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 panorama mode
    This tablet does not have a panorama mode, the average tablet does. 78.6% of tablets include panorama features.
  • 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.
  • 42.9% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This tablet achieves a lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score than the average tablet (416 points vs 729 points). The average tablet scores 729 points in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    416 points vs 729 points
  • No HDMI output
    This tablet does not have an HDMI output, the average tablet does. 50.1% of tablets support HDMI output.
  • 4.81x less popular
    Honor Pad X8a LTE (4GB + 128GB) is less popular than the average tablet (1 vs 4.8).
    1 vs 4.81
  • 42.9% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This tablet achieves a lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score than the average tablet (416 points vs 729 points). The average tablet scores 729 points in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    416 points vs 729 points
  • 22.5% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This tablet achieves a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score than the average tablet (1,466 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    1,466 points vs 1,891 points
  • 7.6% lower pixel density
    This tablet has a lower pixel density than the average tablet (207 ppi vs 224 ppi). The average tablet has pixel density of 224 ppi.
    207 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
  • 14 ppi lower screen sharpness
    This tablet has a lower screen sharpness than the average tablet (207 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has screen sharpness of 221 ppi.
    207 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • 3 MP lower main camera megapixels
    This tablet has a lower-resolution main camera than the average tablet (5 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a 8 MP main camera.
    5 MP vs 8 MP
  • No panorama mode
    This tablet does not have a panorama mode, the average tablet does. 78.6% of tablets include panorama features.
  • 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.
  • 44.4% slower charging speed
    This tablet supports slower charging than the average tablet (10 W vs 18 W). The average tablet supports charging speed of 18 W.
    10 W vs 18 W
  • No cellular module
    This tablet does not have a cellular module, the average tablet does. 59.3% of tablets include a cellular module.
  • No HDMI output
    This tablet does not have an HDMI output, the average tablet does. 50.1% of tablets support HDMI output.
  • 81.61 mm wider
    This tablet is wider than the average tablet (256.9 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    256.91 mm vs 175.3 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

9.0
Quick Expert Reviews
≈ estimated
19/07/2025
Hands-on review · gaming, speakers and connectivity tests
Verdict
Honor Pad X8a LTE is a very good alternative to pricier tablets if you don't need video output.
6.0
FishBee Productions
≈ estimated
17/01/2025
Unboxing and first review · battery and camera tests
Verdict
Honor Pad X8a LTE has a nice build and long battery life, but sluggish performance and weak cameras hold it back.
5.0
My Next Tablet
≈ estimated
13/12/2024
Hands-on review · benchmarks, gaming and display tests
Verdict
Honor Pad X8a LTE is not recommended at full price and is only worth buying if heavily discounted.
8.0
YugaGaming
≈ estimated
11/12/2024
Gaming test · five popular games with FPS and temperature
Verdict
Honor Pad X8a LTE struggles with heavy games but is a solid budget choice for casual and competitive mobile gaming.
8.0
Indulge Express (indulgexpress)
≈ estimated
18/01/2025
Hands-on review · performance, screen, battery and charging
Verdict
Honor Pad X8a LTE is a budget tablet with great battery life and decent performance, though charging is slow.
7.0
Ash Does Tech
≈ estimated
16/11/2024
Hands-on review · features, camera and value
Verdict
Honor Pad X8a LTE is a decent budget tablet for everyday use, but its camera is weak and rivals are worth comparing.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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technave.com
30/10/2024
Summary of the review
Honor Pad X8a review – An affordable tablet that's almost solid - TechNave
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en.techreviewer.de
02 July 2017*
Summary of the review
HONOR Pad X8a in review: Solid budget tablet with surprises - TechReviewer
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timesofindia.indiatimes.com
09/10/2024
Summary of the review
Honor Pad X8a review: A decent performer - The Times of India
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which.co.uk
11/10/2024
Summary of the review
Honor Pad X8a review | 11-inches Android 1200 x 1920 Tablet
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indianexpress.com
09/10/2024
Summary of the review
Honor Pad X8a review - The Indian Express
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gadgetpilipinas.net
07/10/2024
Summary of the review
HONOR Pad X8a Review - Gadget Pilipinas
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smartzone.de
08/10/2024
Summary of the review
Das Honor Pad X8a im Test - Tablet - Smartzone
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ratgeber.pcgameshardware.de
08/10/2024
Summary of the review
Honor Pad X8a im Test: Tablet für die ganze Familie
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techreviewer.de
21/07/2025
Summary of the review
HONOR Pad X8a im Test: Solides Budget-Tablet mit Überraschungen
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nerdsheaven.de
02/10/2024
Summary of the review
HONOR Pad X8a im Test – Gutes Android-Tablet für kleines Geld
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test.de
10/12/2025
Summary of the review
Test: Honor Pad X8a (128 GB) - Stiftung Warentest For more information, you can read the full reviews at the links provided.
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fr.techreviewer.de
21/07/2025
Summary of the review
HONOR Pad X8a dans le test: tablette économique solide avec des surprises
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android-mt.ouest-france.fr
08/10/2024
Summary of the review
Test de la Honor Pad X8a : une belle tablette « service minimum »
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journaldugeek.com
07/10/2024
Summary of the review
Test de la Honor Pad X8a : modeste et abordable
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journaldugeek.com
08/12/2025
Summary of the review
La tablette Honor Pad X8a est excellente pour 97% des gens Would you like a summary of the pros and cons mentioned across these French reviews for the...
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it.techreviewer.de
21/07/2025
Summary of the review
HONOR Pad X8a nel test: tablet economico e solido con sorprese
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nl.techreviewer.de
21/07/2025
Summary of the review
HONOR Pad X8a in de test: solide budgettablet met verrassingen
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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 Honor Pad X8a LTE (4GB + 128GB)

  • Large 11-inch 90Hz display praised for clarity and eye comfort features
  • Excellent battery life, with many users reporting 2-3 days of use from the 8300mAh battery
  • Great value for money, often cited as a top choice for its price bracket
  • Slim, lightweight metal unibody design that feels premium
  • Impressive quad-speaker system delivering clear, loud audio for movies and streaming
  • Support for Widevine L1, enabling Full HD streaming on platforms like Netflix and Prime Video

What customers don't like about Honor Pad X8a LTE (4GB + 128GB)

  • Weak gaming performance, particularly with graphics-intensive titles due to the aging Snapdragon 680 chipset
  • Very slow charging speeds (10W), with a full charge taking roughly 2.5 hours
  • Average camera quality, described as sufficient only for basic video calls or snapshots
  • Lack of a 3.5mm headphone jack
  • Display brightness can be insufficient for use in direct sunlight (max 400 nits)
  • Limited multitasking capability due to 4GB of physical RAM

Verdict

The Honor Pad X8a LTE (4GB + 128GB) is a budget-friendly 11-inch tablet featuring a 90Hz FullView eye-comfort display with a 1920 x 1200 resolution and a slim 7.25mm metal unibody design. It is powered by a 6nm Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 chipset and runs on MagicOS 8.0 based on Android 14, supported by a large 8300mAh battery providing up to 14 hours of video playback. Key advantages include its lightweight 495g build, immersive quad-speaker system with Hi-Res Audio, and expandable storage up to 1TB via microSD. However, notable drawbacks include exceptionally slow 10W charging speeds, the absence of a 3.5mm headphone jack and fingerprint sensor, and limited performance for high-end gaming or intensive multitasking.

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