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Huawei MediaPad 7 Lite 3G (1GB + 8GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£220RAM capacity:1 GBInternal storage:8 GBScreen size:7 inchesChipset:Rockchip RK2918

Huawei MediaPad 7 Lite 3G (1GB + 8GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 16 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

5.3/10

Overall score

Score
5.3/ 10
✕
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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components

35%

4.3

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

4.3

Reviews score

10%

4.3

Sentiment score

â–¼Worse than 99% of tablets
6.5

Value for money

Value for money
6.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
Score components

70%

5.3

Overall score

30%

9.4

Price

â–¼Worse than 96%
4.3

Technical score

Technical score
4.3/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components

22%

3.7

Performance

20%

4.6

Display

16%

4.7

Camera

14%

2.0

Battery

12%

5.7

Connectivity

8%

6.3

Software

5%

5.7

Design

3%

3.9

Audio

â–¼Worse than 99%
4.3

Reviews score

Reviews score
4.3/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models

4.3

Mark 6.7 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

6.3

Average grade

20%

8.2

Popularity

Grades by review (16)
10 reviews: 1 with a printed score, 9 estimated from the review. 6 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 99%
?

List score

List score
7.5/ 10
✕
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~ £220
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.

What reviewers say about the Huawei MediaPad 7 Lite 3G (1GB + 8GB)

Based on 10 · 6

Reviewers like the solid design and clear display, but criticise the slow processor, short battery life and weak camera.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
Pick a topic to see who said what

What owners say about the Huawei MediaPad 7 Lite 3G (1GB + 8GB)

Based on 44 owners sharing their experience in online comments

27%positive16%mixed57%negative

Owners praise its low price, useful screen and connectivity, but many report poor battery life, lag, and trouble running games.

What owners dislike

  • Owners say it becomes laggy over time and feels slow on Android 4.0.3, with one reporting sluggish startup after a reboot.6
  • Owners report popular games such as FIFA 2012, Angry Birds and Subway Surfers close or fail to run, and the weak graphics rule out 3D games.4
  • Owners say active use drains the battery in roughly 30 minutes to 2 hours, and the battery cannot be replaced.4
  • Owners report the tablet freezes or hangs, and apps crash while the launcher force closes and reboots it by itself.3

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

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Technical Specifications of tablet Huawei MediaPad 7 Lite 3G (1GB + 8GB)

Technical score
Technical score
4.3/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components:

22%

3.7

Performance

20%

4.6

Display

16%

4.7

Camera

14%

2.0

Battery

12%

5.7

Connectivity

8%

6.3

Software

5%

5.7

Design

3%

3.9

Audio

4.3
Reviews score
4.3
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
6.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
Score components:

70%

5.3

Overall score

30%

9.4

Price

6.5
RAM capacity
1 GB
Market range: <1 GB – >8 GB
This tablet has 1 GB of RAM, which is less than 78% of tablets and equal to 19.1% of tablets.
Process node
40 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 40 nm process, which is larger than 86.9% of tablets and equal to 8% of tablets.
Internal storage
8 GB
Market range: <16 GB – >256 GB
This tablet has 8 GB of internal storage, which is less than 93.6% of tablets and equal to 4.8% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
?
Chipset
Rockchip RK2918
This tablet runs on Rockchip RK2918, which is less advanced than 96.3% of tablets and equal to 0.2% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Screen resolution
1024×600
This tablet has a 1024×600 screen, which is less sharp than 92.8% of tablets and equal to 6.2% 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
170 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 170 ppi, which is lower than 76.5% of tablets and equal to 4.7% of tablets.
Display glass type
?
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What reviewers say
Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical stabilisation. 0.4% of tablets offer this.
Main camera megapixels
3.2 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a rear camera with 3.2 MP resolution, which is lower than 89.7% of tablets and equal to 0.1% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
0.3 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 0.3 MP resolution, which is lower than 93% of tablets and equal to 7% 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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What reviewers say
Battery capacity
4,000 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 4,000 mAh battery capacity, which is smaller than 84.6% of tablets and equal to 4.5% of tablets.
Charging speed
5 W
Market range: <10 W – >45 W
This tablet charges at 5 W, which is slower than 96% of tablets and equal to 3.3% of tablets.
Battery life
4 hours
Market range: <7 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 4 hours, which is shorter than that of 98% of tablets and equal to that of 1% of tablets.
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets offer this.
Fast charging
no
This tablet does not support fast charging. 56.9% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
LTE support
no
This tablet does not have built-in LTE. 42.9% of tablets offer this.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This tablet connects to Wi-Fi. 0.2% of tablets offer this.
GPS
yes
This tablet has built-in GPS. 17.1% of tablets offer this.
5G connectivity
no
This tablet does not support 5G. 8.1% of tablets offer this.
NFC
no
This tablet does not include NFC. 10.8% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
Android
This tablet uses the Android operating system, which is more advanced than the one used by 23.2%.
Update support duration
short
This tablet offers short update support, which is shorter than the support period of 52.4% of tablets and equal to that of 47.6% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
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
no
This tablet does not support app tracking protection. 28.4% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
IP rating
not rated
This tablet's IP rating is not rated, which is less protected than 16.5% of tablets and the same as 83.6% of tablets.
Weight
370 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 370 g, which is lighter than 78.4% of tablets and equal to 0.2% 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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Number of microphones
1
Market range: <1 – >3
This tablet has a microphone array of 1, which is more than 0.2% of tablets and equal to 54.8% of tablets.
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this.
Dolby Atmos support
no
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.3% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
1
Market range: <2 – >4
This tablet includes 1 speakers, which is fewer than in 90.3% of tablets and equal to the number in 9.6% of tablets.
FM radio
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say

Huawei MediaPad 7 Lite 3G (1GB + 8GB) vs the average tablet

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  • 24.5% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (370 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    370 g vs 490 g
  • Supports cellular data
    This tablet supports cellular data, while the average tablet does not. 47.4% of tablets offer this.
  • 55.3 mm narrower
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (120 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    120 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • Supports cellular data
    This tablet supports cellular data, while the average tablet does not. 47.4% of tablets offer this.
  • 24.5% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (370 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    370 g vs 490 g
  • 55.3 mm narrower
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (120 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    120 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • 38.6% lower review score
    Reviews score
    4.3/ 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 99% of models

    4.3

    Mark 6.7 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    6.3

    Average grade

    20%

    8.2

    Popularity

    Grades by review (16)
    10 reviews: 1 with a printed score, 9 estimated from the review. 6 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.
    4.3 vs 7.0
  • 4.7 MP lower front resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution front camera than the average tablet (0.3 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    0.3 MP vs 5 MP
  • 7 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (1 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    1 vs 8
  • 6 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (4 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    4 hours vs 10 hours
  • No USB-C port
    This tablet does not have a USB Type-C port, while the average tablet does. 54% of tablets have one.
  • 3 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM than the average tablet (1 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    1 GB vs 4 GB
  • Less sharp display
    This tablet has a less sharp screen than the average tablet (1024×600 vs 1920×1200).
    1,024×600 vs 1,920×1,200
  • 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
  • 38.6% lower review score
    Reviews score
    4.3/ 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 99% of models

    4.3

    Mark 6.7 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    6.3

    Average grade

    20%

    8.2

    Popularity

    Grades by review (16)
    10 reviews: 1 with a printed score, 9 estimated from the review. 6 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.
    4.3 vs 7.0
  • 42.7% lower sentiment score
    4.3 vs 7.5
  • 15.9% worse value for money
    Huawei MediaPad 7 Lite 3G (1GB + 8GB) has worse value for money than the average tablet (6.52 vs 7.6).
    6.52 vs 7.55
  • 7 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (1 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    1 vs 8
  • 3 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM than the average tablet (1 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    1 GB vs 4 GB
  • 40% lower CPU speed
    This tablet has a lower CPU speed than the average tablet (1.2 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    1.2 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 2.86x larger process node
    This tablet has a larger process node than the average tablet (40 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet is built on 14 nm.
    40 nm vs 14 nm
  • 87.5% less internal storage
    This tablet has less internal storage than the average tablet (8 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    8 GB vs 64 GB
  • More basic graphics
    This tablet has less advanced graphics than the average tablet (PowerVR SGX540 vs Mali-G51).
    PowerVR SGX540 vs Mali-G51
  • 1,066 MHz slower RAM speed
    This tablet has a lower RAM speed than the average tablet (800 MHz vs 1,866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1,866 MHz.
    800 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • 78.5% less memory bandwidth
    This tablet has less memory bandwidth than the average tablet (3.2 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has 14.9 GB/s of memory bandwidth.
    3.2 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • No big.LITTLE architecture
    This tablet does not support big.LITTLE architecture, while the average tablet does. 51.7% of tablets support big.LITTLE architecture.
  • 63.1% slower GPU clock
    This tablet runs its GPU slower than the average tablet (240 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet runs its GPU at 650 MHz.
    240 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • 7 years older
    This tablet was released earlier than the average tablet (2012 vs 2019). The average tablet was released in 2019.
    September 2012
    2012 vs 2019
  • More basic memory type
    This tablet uses less advanced memory than the average tablet (DDR2 vs LPDDR3).
    DDR2 vs LPDDR3
  • Less sharp display
    This tablet has a less sharp screen than the average tablet (1024×600 vs 1920×1200).
    1,024×600 vs 1,920×1,200
  • 3.1 inches smaller screen
    This tablet has a smaller screen than the average tablet (7 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    7 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 150 nits lower typical brightness
    This tablet has a lower typical brightness than the average tablet (250 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    250 nits vs 400 nits
  • 23.1% softer screen detail
    This tablet has softer screen detail than the average tablet (170 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    170 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • 50% slower touch response
    This tablet samples touch more slowly than the average tablet (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average tablet samples touch at 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 4.7 MP lower front resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution front camera than the average tablet (0.3 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    0.3 MP vs 5 MP
  • 4.8 MP lower rear resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution rear camera than the average tablet (3.2 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a rear camera of 8 MP.
    3.2 MP vs 8 MP
  • No continuous video AF
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • Worse main-camera video
    This tablet supports worse main-camera video recording than the average tablet (720x30 fps vs 1080x30 fps). The average tablet supports 1080x30 fps main-camera video recording.
    720x30 fps vs 1080x30 fps
  • No tap-to-focus
    This tablet does not support touch autofocus, while the average tablet does. 83% of tablets support touch autofocus.
  • 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 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.
  • 6 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (4 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    4 hours vs 10 hours
  • No fast charging
    This tablet does not support fast charging, while the average tablet does. 56.8% of tablets support fast charging.
  • 39.4% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a smaller battery capacity than the average tablet (4,000 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    4,000 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • 72.2% slower charging
    This tablet charges slower than the average tablet (5 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    5 W vs 18 W
  • No USB-C port
    This tablet does not have a USB Type-C port, while the average tablet does. 54% of tablets have one.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This tablet has an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (3 vs 5).
    3 vs 5
  • Older Wi-Fi standard
    This tablet has an older Wi-Fi standard than the average tablet (Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)).
    Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
  • Fewer Wi-Fi bands
    This tablet supports fewer Wi-Fi bands than the average tablet (2.4GHz vs 2.4GHz/5GHz). The average tablet supports 2.4GHz/5GHz Wi-Fi bands.
    2.4GHz vs 2.4GHz/5GHz
  • 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 picture-in-picture mode
    This tablet does not support picture-in-picture, the average tablet does. 61.4% of tablets support picture-in-picture.
  • 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 multi-user mode
    User score
    8.0/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average of independent expert reviews and videos, graded by us; missing reviews count as 7/10.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how independent test sites and video reviewers rate the product in real use.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Huawei MediaPad 7 Lite 3G
    the average tablet
    Huawei MediaPad 7 Lite 3G (1GB + 8GB) does not support multi-user mode, while the average tablet does. 73.8% of tablets offer this.
  • No location privacy
    This tablet does not support location privacy, while the average tablet does. 76.7% of tablets offer this.
  • No voice commands
    This tablet does not support voice commands, while the average tablet does. 96.3% of tablets offer this.
  • No dark mode
    This tablet does not support dark mode, while the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets offer this.
  • 3 mm thicker
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (11 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    11 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.
  • 1 fewer speakers
    This tablet has less speakers than the average tablet (1 vs 2). The average tablet has 2 speakers.
    1 vs 2

Video reviews

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

7.0
Coolsmartphone
≈ estimated
21/09/2013
Hands-on review · design, browsing and app speed
Verdict
Huawei MediaPad 7 Lite 3G has a nice design and build, but its slow processor hurts browsing and overall feel.
7.0
Intellect Digest
≈ estimated
19/03/2013
Hands-on review · video, calls, camera and performance
Verdict
Huawei MediaPad 7 Lite 3G is fine for video and calls at its price, but too slow for demanding games.
6.0
Pallab Hazarika
≈ estimated
25/02/2013
Hands-on walkthrough · hardware, interface, apps and speed
Verdict
Huawei MediaPad 7 Lite 3G has a solid build, but the overall system and browsing feel slow for the price.
5.0
PhoneArena
≈ estimated
23/10/2012
Hands-on review · benchmarks, battery and 3G phone use
Verdict
Huawei MediaPad 7 Lite 3G is outpaced by rivals, so pick it only if you need its 3G phone function.
5.0
MobileTechReview
≈ estimated
21/10/2012
Hands-on review · benchmarks, video playback and battery
Verdict
Huawei MediaPad 7 Lite 3G will usually lose to the Nexus 7, but its unlocked 3G support is its main advantage.
7.0
Android Authority
≈ estimated
23/11/2012
Hands-on review · build, display, performance and calls
Verdict
Huawei MediaPad 7 Lite 3G is an okay entry-level tablet for newcomers, though lag and stutter remain noticeable.
Hands-on video, no verdict
Hands-on video, no verdict
Overview video
Not graded
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

6.0
androidauthority.com
≈ estimated
23/11/2012
Hands-on test · Budget 7-inch tablet
Verdict
The Huawei MediaPad 7 Lite is a solid-feeling 7-inch tablet with loud speakers and a SIM slot, but laggy games and weak battery life hold it back.
5.0
wired.com
✓ explicit
02/09/2013
Full review · Budget 7-inch tablet
Verdict
The Huawei MediaPad 7 Lite is a sturdy tablet with 3G data, but its slow processor and old Android lose out to the Nexus 7.
3.0
androidpolice.com
≈ estimated
12/11/2012
Hands-on review · Budget 7-inch tablet
Verdict
The Huawei MediaPad 7 Lite is a nicely built 7-inch tablet, but choppy performance, a poor screen and weak battery life ruin it.
5.0
coolsmartphone.com
≈ estimated
23/09/2013
Personal review · Everyday carry
Verdict
The Huawei MediaPad 7 Lite is a good-looking tablet that's easy to hold, with clean Android, but its slow CPU makes browsing painful.
7.0
mobiletechreview.com
≈ estimated
27/10/2012
Editor review · Unlocked 3G tablet
Verdict
The Huawei MediaPad 7 Lite is a sharp-screened, well-tuned 7-inch tablet that suits buyers outside the US, since it lacks US 3G bands.
6.0
yugatech.com
≈ estimated
17/03/2013
Full review · Affordable 3G tablet
Verdict
The Huawei MediaPad 7 Lite is a premium-feeling, affordable 3G tablet whose clean software is let down by a slow, laggy processor.
5.0
themobileindian.com
≈ estimated
31/12/2012
Hands-on review · Value 3G tablet
Verdict
The Huawei MediaPad 7 Lite is well built and priced attractively, but its underpowered processor and short Wi-Fi battery life let it down.
3.0
hardwarezone.com.sg
≈ estimated
04/01/2013
First look · Budget 7-inch tablet
Verdict
The Huawei MediaPad 7 Lite is a heavy, laggy 7-inch tablet with poor battery life that trails rivals like the Nexus 7.
5.0
digit.in
≈ estimated
01/08/2013
Hands-on review · Performance check
Verdict
The Huawei MediaPad 7 Lite is well built with a loud speaker, but its laggy performance and short battery make it hard to recommend.
phonearena.com
23/10/2012
Not graded yet
9.0
fwd.nl
≈ estimated
01/12/2012
Hands-on review · Budget 3G tablet
Verdict
The Huawei MediaPad 7 Lite is well built with 3G calling, but slow browsing and a battery lasting about four hours make it not worth its price.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Huawei MediaPad 7 Lite 3G (1GB + 8GB)

  • Premium aluminum unibody design that feels solid and durable
  • Includes a SIM card slot for 3G data connectivity and full phone call functionality
  • IPS display offers good viewing angles compared to other budget tablets of its time
  • Compact and lightweight 7-inch form factor makes it easy to hold with one hand
  • Features a microSD slot for storage expansion up to 32GB
  • Loudspeakers provide impressive volume for media playback

What customers don't like about Huawei MediaPad 7 Lite 3G (1GB + 8GB)

  • Significant performance issues including frequent lag, stuttering, and choppiness
  • Underpowered single-core processor struggles with HD gaming and modern apps
  • Short battery life, typically lasting only 3.5 to 5 hours under active use
  • Runs an outdated version of Android (4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich) with limited upgrade paths
  • Cameras (3MP rear, VGA front) produce low-quality, often washed-out images
  • Screen resolution (1024x600) is low compared to competitors like the Nexus 7

Verdict

The Huawei MediaPad 7 Lite 3G is a portable 7-inch tablet featuring an IPS LCD display with a 1024x600 resolution and a premium aluminum unibody design. It is powered by a 1.2GHz single-core Cortex-A8 processor paired with 1GB of RAM and 8GB of internal storage, which is expandable via microSD up to 32GB. Notable characteristics include its 3G connectivity with full phone calling capabilities, a 3.15MP rear camera, a VGA front-facing camera, and a 4,100mAh battery. Its main pros are its sturdy build quality, excellent viewing angles from the IPS panel, and the rare inclusion of cellular voice support for its class. However, it suffers from significant performance lag during multitasking, struggling with modern web browsing and 3D gaming, alongside a relatively short battery life and a dated Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich operating system.

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