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Hotwav R9 Pro 4G (6GB + 256GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£260RAM capacity:6 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:11 inchesChipset:Unisoc T606

Hotwav R9 Pro 4G (6GB + 256GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 4 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Hotwav R9 Pro 4G (6GB + 256GB)
7.1/10

Overall score

Score
7.1/ 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%

6.9

Technical score

30%

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

25%

6.9

Reviews score

10%

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

â–²Better than 56% 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 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%

7.1

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

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6.9

Technical score

Technical score
6.9/ 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%

6.2

Performance

20%

6.0

Display

16%

8.0

Camera

14%

8.3

Battery

12%

7.3

Connectivity

8%

8.5

Software

5%

4.1

Design

3%

4.7

Audio

â–²Better than 68%
6.9

Reviews score

Reviews score
6.9/ 10
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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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6.9

Mark 7.5 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

7.7

Average grade

20%

6.6

Popularity

Grades by review (4)
4 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.
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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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Best rankings
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What reviewers say about the Hotwav R9 Pro 4G (6GB + 256GB)

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Technical Specifications of tablet Hotwav R9 Pro 4G (6GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.9/ 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%

6.2

Performance

20%

6.0

Display

16%

8.0

Camera

14%

8.3

Battery

12%

7.3

Connectivity

8%

8.5

Software

5%

4.1

Design

3%

4.7

Audio

6.9
Reviews score
6.9
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.7/ 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%

7.1

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

7.7
RAM capacity
6 GB
This tablet has 6 GB of RAM, which is more than 65% of tablets and equal to 7.1% of tablets.
Process node
12 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
256 GB
This tablet has 256 GB of internal storage, which is more than 76.4% of tablets and equal to 15.8% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
371 points
This tablet scores 371 points in single-core tests, which is lower than 73.9% of tablets and equal to 1.9% of tablets.
Chipset
Unisoc T606
This tablet runs on Unisoc T606, which is less advanced than 60.5% of tablets and equal to 1.8% 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
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
207 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 207 ppi, which is lower than 58.8% of tablets and equal to 1.9% of tablets.
Display glass type
Corning Gorilla Glass 3
This tablet protects its screen with Corning Gorilla Glass 3, which is more durable than 80.2% of tablets and the same as 11.2% of tablets.
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Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical stabilisation. 0.4% of tablets offer this.
Main camera megapixels
64 MP
This tablet has a rear camera with 64 MP resolution, which is higher than 99.7% of tablets and equal to 0.2% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
16 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 16 MP resolution, which is higher than 97% of tablets and equal to 1.4% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/1.8, which is wider than 85.9% of tablets and equal to 14.1% of tablets.
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
20,080 mAh
This tablet has 20,080 mAh battery capacity, which is larger than 99.4% of tablets and equal to 0.1% of tablets.
Charging speed
20 W
This tablet charges at 20 W, which is faster than 60.4% of tablets and equal to 6.2% of tablets.
Battery life
20 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 20 hours, which is longer than that of 95.8% of tablets and equal to that of 1.4% of tablets.
video playback
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
?
Direct OS updates
yes
This tablet supports direct OS updates. 20.3% 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
yes
This tablet supports app tracking protection. 71.6% of tablets offer this.
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IP rating
IP68/IP69K
This tablet's IP rating is IP68/IP69K, which is more protected than 98.3% of tablets and the same as 1.7% of tablets.
Weight
1,066 g
This tablet weighs 1,066 g, which is heavier than 98% 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
?
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
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
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer this.
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Hotwav R9 Pro 4G (6GB + 256GB) vs the average tablet

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  • 10 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (20 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    video playback
    20 hours vs 10 hours
  • 56 MP higher rear resolution
    This tablet has a higher-resolution rear camera than the average tablet (64 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a rear camera of 8 MP.
    64 MP vs 8 MP
  • 11 MP higher front resolution
    This tablet has a higher-resolution front camera than the average tablet (16 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    16 MP vs 5 MP
  • 3.04x larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a larger battery capacity than the average tablet (20,080 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    20,080 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • 4x more internal storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (256 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    256 GB vs 64 GB
  • More dust and water protection
    This tablet offers better dust and water protection than the average tablet (IP68/IP69K vs not rated).
    IP68/IP69K vs not rated
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This tablet has a wider main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/1.8 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's main camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/1.8 vs f/2.2
  • Supports LTE
    This tablet supports LTE, while the average tablet does not. 42.9% of tablets support LTE.
  • 4x more internal storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (256 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    256 GB vs 64 GB
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Unisoc T606 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Unisoc T606 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • More advanced memory type
    This tablet uses more advanced memory than the average tablet (LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3).
    LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3
  • 2 GB more RAM
    This tablet has more RAM than the average tablet (6 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    6 GB vs 4 GB
  • More advanced graphics
    This tablet has more advanced graphics than the average tablet (Mali G57 MP1 vs Mali-G51).
    Mali G57 MP1 vs Mali-G51
  • 5 years newer
    This tablet was released more recently than the average tablet (2024 vs 2019). The average tablet was released in 2019.
    November 2024
    2024 vs 2019
  • 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
  • 0.9 inches larger screen
    This tablet has a larger screen than the average tablet (11 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    11 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • More vivid contrast
    This tablet has more contrast than the average tablet (1500:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    1,500:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 50 nits higher typical brightness
    This tablet has a higher typical brightness than the average tablet (450 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    450 nits vs 400 nits
  • More durable glass
    This tablet has more durable glass than the average tablet (Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs Corning Gorilla Glass). The average tablet uses Corning Gorilla Glass.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • 49 nits brighter screen
    This tablet is brighter than the average tablet (450 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    450 nits vs 401 nits
  • 56 MP higher rear resolution
    This tablet has a higher-resolution rear camera than the average tablet (64 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a rear camera of 8 MP.
    64 MP vs 8 MP
  • 11 MP higher front resolution
    This tablet has a higher-resolution front camera than the average tablet (16 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    16 MP vs 5 MP
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This tablet has a wider main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/1.8 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's main camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/1.8 vs f/2.2
  • Supports PDAF
    This tablet supports PDAF, the average tablet does not. 28% of tablets support PDAF.
  • 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
  • 10 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (20 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    video playback
    20 hours vs 10 hours
  • 3.04x larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a larger battery capacity than the average tablet (20,080 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    20,080 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 app tracking protection
    This tablet supports app tracking protection, while the average tablet does not. 28.4% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports app offloading
    This tablet supports app offloading, while the average tablet does not. 26.3% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports dynamic themes
    This tablet supports dynamic themes, while the average tablet does not. 29.5% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports extra dim mode
    This tablet supports extra dim mode, while the average tablet does not. 35.9% of tablets offer this.
  • More dust and water protection
    This tablet offers better dust and water protection than the average tablet (IP68/IP69K vs not rated).
    IP68/IP69K vs not rated
  • 2.18x heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (1,066 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    1,066 g vs 490 g
  • No manual exposure control
    This tablet does not support manual exposure, while the average tablet does. 63.6% of tablets support manual exposure.
  • No picture-in-picture mode
    This tablet does not support picture-in-picture, the average tablet does. 61.4% of tablets support picture-in-picture.
  • 9.8 mm thicker
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (17.8 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    17.8 mm vs 8 mm
  • No burst mode
    This tablet does not support burst mode, the average tablet does. 60.6% of tablets support burst mode.
  • 20% lower CPU speed
    This tablet has a lower CPU speed than the average tablet (1.6 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    1.6 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • No headphone jack
    This tablet does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack, while the average tablet does. 72.8% of tablets offer this.
  • 49.1% lower single-core score
    This tablet has a lower single-core score than the average tablet (371 points vs 729 points). The average tablet scores 729 points in single-core tests.
    371 points vs 729 points
  • 20% lower CPU speed
    This tablet has a lower CPU speed than the average tablet (1.6 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    1.6 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 49.1% lower single-core score
    This tablet has a lower single-core score than the average tablet (371 points vs 729 points). The average tablet scores 729 points in single-core tests.
    371 points vs 729 points
  • 26.7% lower multi-core score
    This tablet has a lower multi-core score than the average tablet (1,387 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in multi-core tests.
    1,387 points vs 1,891 points
  • 3 fewer GPU execution units
    This tablet has less GPU execution units than the average tablet (1 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    1 vs 4
  • 266 MHz slower RAM speed
    This tablet has a lower RAM speed than the average tablet (1,600 MHz vs 1,866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1,866 MHz.
    1,600 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • 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
  • 6.3% softer screen detail
    This tablet has softer screen detail than the average tablet (207 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    207 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • No manual exposure control
    This tablet does not support manual exposure, while the average tablet does. 63.6% of tablets support manual exposure.
  • No burst mode
    This tablet does not support burst mode, the average tablet does. 60.6% of tablets support burst mode.
  • No timelapse video
    This tablet does not support timelapse video, while the average tablet does. 57.5% of tablets support timelapse video.
  • No picture-in-picture mode
    This tablet does not support picture-in-picture, the average tablet does. 61.4% of tablets support picture-in-picture.
  • 2.18x heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (1,066 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    1,066 g vs 490 g
  • 9.8 mm thicker
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (17.8 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    17.8 mm vs 8 mm
  • No keyboard accessory
    This tablet does not support a keyboard accessory, the average tablet does. 84.2% of tablets support a keyboard accessory.
  • 69.6 mm taller
    This tablet is taller than the average tablet (269.6 mm vs 200 mm). The average tablet is 200 mm tall.
    269.6 mm vs 200 mm
  • No headphone jack
    This tablet does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack, while the average tablet does. 72.8% of tablets offer this.

Video reviews

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

9.0
WOW Technology (WOW HD Vidz)
≈ estimated
30/11/2024
Review · a few weeks of daily use and a feature walkthrough
Verdict
Hotwav R9 Pro 4G is a rugged, versatile tablet, strongly recommended for kids, travel and work use.
6.0
Retro Core
≈ estimated
20/11/2024
Hands-on review · camera tests and camping light test
Verdict
Hotwav R9 Pro 4G has disappointing cameras, but its camping light is very bright and it feels rugged outdoors.
8.0
Greg Toope
≈ estimated
20/11/2024
Unboxing and full review · gaming and camera tests
Verdict
Hotwav R9 Pro 4G is not for demanding games, but it is a sturdy work tablet for spreadsheets, invoices and browsing.
7.0
Teoh on Tech
≈ estimated
18/11/2024
Hands-on review · battery, ruggedness and performance tests
Verdict
Hotwav R9 Pro 4G is a decent tablet with good features and some compromises, aimed at buyers who want a huge battery.
Brand video
Not graded

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Hotwav R9 Pro 4G (6GB + 256GB)

  • Massive 20,080 mAh battery providing up to 20-25 hours of active use
  • Highly durable rugged design with IP68, IP69K, and MIL-STD-810H certifications
  • Extremely bright 350-lumen built-in camping/flashlight
  • Vibrant and sharp 11-inch FHD+ display with Gorilla Glass 3 protection
  • Includes helpful accessories like a hand strap, mounting brackets, and a screwdriver
  • Supports 4G LTE connectivity and reverse OTG charging for other devices
  • Clean software experience with near-stock Android 14 and minimal bloatware

What customers don't like about Hotwav R9 Pro 4G (6GB + 256GB)

  • Very heavy at approximately 1.066kg, making it difficult to hold for long periods
  • Underwhelming Unisoc T606 processor results in sluggish performance with many apps open
  • Slow 20W charging speed for such a large battery (6-9 hours for a full charge)
  • Hollow-sounding, back-facing speakers with lack of bass
  • Lack of essential features like auto-brightness and a 3.5mm headphone jack
  • USB-C port is limited to USB 2.0 transfer speeds and lacks video output
  • Poorly applied factory screen protector often contains dust or bubbles

Verdict

The Hotwav R9 Pro 4G is a rugged Android 14 tablet built for durability, featuring an 11-inch FHD+ (1920 x 1200) IPS display protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 3 and certified with IP68, IP69K, and MIL-STD-810H standards. It is powered by a Unisoc T606 octa-core processor with 6GB of physical RAM (expandable via 14GB virtual RAM) and 256GB of internal storage, supporting up to 2TB via microSD. Key pros include its massive 20,080mAh battery with 20W fast charging and 10W reverse charging, a high-resolution 64MP rear camera, and an integrated 350-lumen super camping light for outdoor utility. However, main cons include its significant weight of approximately 1.07 kg, a budget-tier processor that may struggle with high-intensity gaming, and speakers that some reviewers describe as having a hollow sound quality.

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