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

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

Honor Pad X8a WiFi (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 WiFi (4GB + 128GB)
7.0/10

Overall score

Score
7.0/ 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.
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90%

6.8

Technical score

10%

9.1

User score

â–²Better than 67% of tablets
7.9

Value for money

Value for money
7.9/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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70%

7.0

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

â–²Better than 80%
6.8

Technical score

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

22%

6.4

Performance

20%

6.4

Display

16%

6.7

Camera

14%

6.8

Battery

12%

7.2

Connectivity

8%

8.8

Software & Features

5%

6.4

Design

3%

6.0

Audio & Multimedia

â–²Better than 65%
9.1

User score

User score
9.1/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

9.3

User ratings

30%

8.7

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
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Technical Specifications of tablet Honor Pad X8a WiFi (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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22%

6.4

Performance

20%

6.4

Display

16%

6.7

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
9.1/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

9.3

User ratings

30%

8.7

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
9.1
Popularity
Popularity
8.7/ 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.
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Popularity:
Honor Pad X8a WiFi (4GB + 128GB) has a user popularity of 8.7 points, which is lower than 83.8% of Tablets.
8.7
Value for money
Value for money
7.9/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components:

70%

7.0

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

7.9
RAM capacity
4 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
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
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
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
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
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
Aluminosilicate Glass
This tablet uses Aluminosilicate Glass display glass which is weaker than that on 58% of tablets and equal to that on 7% of tablets.
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Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical image stabilization. 0.4% of tablets include OIS.
Main camera megapixels
5 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 WiFi (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.
  • 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
  • Includes battery health monitoring
    This tablet features battery health monitoring, the average tablet does not. 37% of tablets include battery health tools.
  • 13.7% higher user score
    User score
    9.1/ 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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    Honor Pad X8a WiFi
    the average tablet
    Honor Pad X8a WiFi (4GB + 128GB) has a higher user score than the average tablet (9.09 vs 8.000).
    9.09 vs 8
  • 2x cheaper
    Honor Pad X8a WiFi (4GB + 128GB) is cheaper than the average tablet (£130 vs £260).
    £130 vs £260
  • 79.9% more popular
    Honor Pad X8a WiFi (4GB + 128GB) is more popular than the average tablet (8.65 vs 4.8).
    8.65 vs 4.81
  • 10.6% better value for money
    Honor Pad X8a WiFi (4GB + 128GB) has better value for money than the average tablet (7.85 vs 7.1).
    7.85 vs 7.1
  • 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.
  • 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 burst mode
    This tablet does not support burst mode, the average tablet does. 60.5% of tablets support burst mode.
  • 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.
  • Less durable display glass
    This tablet uses weaker display glass than the average tablet (Aluminosilicate Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass). Display glass choice still varies across tablets.
    Aluminosilicate Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • 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
  • 25.2% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This tablet achieves a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score than the average tablet (1,414 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    1,414 points vs 1,891 points
  • Less durable display glass
    This tablet uses weaker display glass than the average tablet (Aluminosilicate Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass). Display glass choice still varies across tablets.
    Aluminosilicate Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • 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 burst mode
    This tablet does not support burst mode, the average tablet does. 60.5% of tablets support burst mode.
  • 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.

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Reviews last updated: November 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Honor Pad X8a WiFi (4GB + 128GB)

  • Excellent value for money and premium build quality for the price
  • Large 11-inch display is clear, bright, and ideal for streaming
  • Quad-speaker system delivers loud, high-quality audio
  • Long battery life that can last several days on a single charge
  • Easy to set up and navigate, making it suitable for students and children
  • Support for Widevine L1 allows for Full HD streaming on Netflix and other platforms

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

  • Slow charging speed, typically taking around 2.5 hours for a full charge
  • Performance lags during high-end gaming or when switching between many apps
  • Camera quality is average and struggles in low-light conditions
  • Screen brightness may be insufficient for use under direct sunlight
  • Lack of a 3.5mm headphone jack and some packages do not include a charger
  • Does not support active styluses, requiring capacitive pens for basic drawing

Verdict

The Honor Pad X8a WiFi is an entry-level 11-inch tablet featuring a 1920x1200 FullView display with a 90Hz refresh rate and a slim 7.25mm metal unibody design. It is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 chipset, 4GB of RAM (expandable via RAM Turbo), and 128GB of internal storage, further expandable up to 1TB. Key advantages include an impressive 8300mAh battery providing up to 14 hours of video playback, a quad-speaker system with Hi-Res Audio, and eye-protection certifications for comfortable long-term use. However, notable drawbacks include its slow 10W charging speed, a lack of a 3.5mm headphone jack, and modest 5MP cameras that struggle in low-light conditions.

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