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Huawei MediaPad M1 4G (1GB + 8GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£260RAM capacity:1 GBInternal storage:8 GBScreen size:8 inchesChipset:HiSilicon Kirin 910

Huawei MediaPad M1 4G (1GB + 8GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 7 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Huawei MediaPad M1 4G (1GB + 8GB)
6.1/10

Overall score

Score
6.1/ 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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Score components

35%

5.3

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

5.3

Reviews score

10%

?

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

â–¼Worse than 82% of tablets
7.0

Value for money

Value for money
7.0/ 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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Score components

70%

6.1

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

â–¼Worse than 83%
5.3

Technical score

Technical score
5.3/ 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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Score components

22%

4.6

Performance

20%

4.6

Display

16%

5.8

Camera

14%

5.1

Battery

12%

6.4

Connectivity

8%

6.3

Software

5%

6.2

Design

3%

5.7

Audio

â–¼Worse than 77%
5.3

Reviews score

Reviews score
5.3/ 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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5.3

Mark 7.3 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

7.3

Average grade

20%

7.3

Popularity

Grades by review (7)
5 reviews: 0 with a printed score, 5 estimated from the review. 2 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 83%
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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~ £260
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.
Other versions:
1GB + 8GB1GB + 16GB

What reviewers say about the Huawei MediaPad M1 4G (1GB + 8GB)

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Reviewers like the speakers, cellular connection and battery, but complain about the camera, performance and lack of software updates.
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Technical Specifications of tablet Huawei MediaPad M1 4G (1GB + 8GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.3/ 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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â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
Score components:

22%

4.6

Performance

20%

4.6

Display

16%

5.8

Camera

14%

5.1

Battery

12%

6.4

Connectivity

8%

6.3

Software

5%

6.2

Design

3%

5.7

Audio

5.3
Reviews score
5.3
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.0/ 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 83% of models
Score components:

70%

6.1

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

7.0
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
28 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 28 nm process, which is larger than 65.1% of tablets and equal to 17.6% 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
HiSilicon Kirin 910
This tablet runs on HiSilicon Kirin 910, which is more advanced than 71.4% of tablets and equal to 0.1% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Screen resolution
1280×800
This tablet has a 1280×800 screen, which is less sharp than 68.1% of tablets and equal to 21.7% 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
189 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 189 ppi, which is lower than 66.5% of tablets and equal to 6.8% of tablets.
Display glass type
Aluminosilicate Glass
This tablet protects its screen with Aluminosilicate Glass, which is less durable than 58% of tablets and the same as 7% of tablets.
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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
5 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a rear camera with 5 MP resolution, which is lower than 63.7% of tablets and equal to 26% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
1 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 1 MP resolution, which is lower than 91.2% of tablets and equal to 1.3% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
?
Optical zoom
N/A
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What reviewers say
Battery capacity
4,800 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 4,800 mAh battery capacity, which is smaller than 74.9% of tablets and equal to 1.5% of tablets.
Charging speed
10 W
Market range: <10 W – >45 W
This tablet charges at 10 W, which is slower than 60.9% of tablets and equal to 33.3% of tablets.
Battery life
12.5 hours
Market range: <7 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 12.5 hours, which is longer than that of 75.4% of tablets and equal to that of 0.5% of tablets.
web browsing
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
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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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
329 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 329 g, which is lighter than 87.3% 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
2
Market range: <1 – >3
This tablet has a microphone array of 2, which is more than 55.1% of tablets and equal to 32.7% of tablets.
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this.
Dolby Atmos support
no
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.3% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
2
Market range: <2 – >4
This tablet includes 2 speakers, which is more than in 9.8% of tablets and equal to the number in 60.8% of tablets.
FM radio
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say

Huawei MediaPad M1 4G (1GB + 8GB) vs the average tablet

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  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (HiSilicon Kirin 910 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    HiSilicon Kirin 910 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 2.5 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (12.5 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    web browsing
    12.5 hours vs 10 hours
  • Supports LTE
    This tablet supports LTE, while the average tablet does not. 42.9% of tablets support LTE.
  • 32.9% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (329 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    329 g vs 490 g
  • Supports manual ISO
    This tablet supports manual ISO, while the average tablet does not. 45.9% of tablets support manual ISO.
  • Supports cellular data
    This tablet supports cellular data, while the average tablet does not. 47.4% of tablets offer this.
  • 1 more microphones
    This tablet has more microphones than the average tablet (2 vs 1). The average tablet's microphone count is 1.
    2 vs 1
  • Supports slow-motion video
    This tablet supports slow-motion recording, while the average tablet does not. 37.3% of tablets support slow-motion recording.
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (HiSilicon Kirin 910 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    HiSilicon Kirin 910 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • Supports manual ISO
    This tablet supports manual ISO, while the average tablet does not. 45.9% of tablets support manual ISO.
  • Supports slow-motion video
    This tablet supports slow-motion recording, while the average tablet does not. 37.3% of tablets support slow-motion recording.
  • 2.5 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (12.5 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    web browsing
    12.5 hours vs 10 hours
  • 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.
  • 32.9% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (329 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    329 g vs 490 g
  • 54.6 mm narrower
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (120.7 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    120.7 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • 1 more microphones
    This tablet has more microphones than the average tablet (2 vs 1). The average tablet's microphone count is 1.
    2 vs 1
  • 4 MP lower front resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution front camera than the average tablet (1 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    1 MP vs 5 MP
  • No USB-C port
    This tablet does not have a USB Type-C port, while the average tablet does. 54% of tablets have one.
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (4 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    4 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
  • More basic graphics
    This tablet has less advanced graphics than the average tablet (Mali-450MP4 vs Mali-G51).
    Mali-450MP4 vs Mali-G51
  • 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
  • 24.3% lower review score
    Reviews score
    5.3/ 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 83% of models

    5.3

    Mark 7.3 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    7.3

    Average grade

    20%

    7.3

    Popularity

    Grades by review (7)
    5 reviews: 0 with a printed score, 5 estimated from the review. 2 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.
    5.3 vs 7.0
  • No fast charging
    This tablet does not support fast charging, while the average tablet does. 56.8% of tablets support fast charging.
  • 24.3% lower review score
    Reviews score
    5.3/ 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 83% of models

    5.3

    Mark 7.3 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    7.3

    Average grade

    20%

    7.3

    Popularity

    Grades by review (7)
    5 reviews: 0 with a printed score, 5 estimated from the review. 2 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.
    5.3 vs 7.0
  • 7.4% worse value for money
    Huawei MediaPad M1 4G (1GB + 8GB) has worse value for money than the average tablet (7.03 vs 7.6).
    7.03 vs 7.55
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (4 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    4 vs 8
  • More basic graphics
    This tablet has less advanced graphics than the average tablet (Mali-450MP4 vs Mali-G51).
    Mali-450MP4 vs Mali-G51
  • 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
  • 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
  • 2x larger process node
    This tablet has a larger process node than the average tablet (28 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet is built on 14 nm.
    28 nm vs 14 nm
  • 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 big.LITTLE architecture
    This tablet does not support big.LITTLE architecture, while the average tablet does. 51.7% of tablets support big.LITTLE architecture.
  • 57% less memory bandwidth
    This tablet has less memory bandwidth than the average tablet (6.4 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has 14.9 GB/s of memory bandwidth.
    6.4 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • 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
  • 5 years older
    This tablet was released earlier than the average tablet (2014 vs 2019). The average tablet was released in 2019.
    2014 vs 2019
  • 18% slower GPU clock
    This tablet runs its GPU slower than the average tablet (533 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet runs its GPU at 650 MHz.
    533 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • 73 nits dimmer screen
    This tablet is dimmer than the average tablet (328 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    328 nits vs 401 nits
  • 2.1 inches smaller screen
    This tablet has a smaller screen than the average tablet (8 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    8 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • Less sharp display
    This tablet has a less sharp screen than the average tablet (1280×800 vs 1920×1200).
    1,280×800 vs 1,920×1,200
  • Less vivid contrast
    This tablet has less contrast than the average tablet (750:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    750:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 14.5% softer screen detail
    This tablet has softer screen detail than the average tablet (189 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    189 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • Less durable glass
    This tablet has less durable glass than the average tablet (Aluminosilicate Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass). The average tablet uses Corning Gorilla Glass.
    Aluminosilicate Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • 4 MP lower front resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution front camera than the average tablet (1 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    1 MP vs 5 MP
  • 3 MP lower rear resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution rear camera than the average tablet (5 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a rear camera of 8 MP.
    5 MP vs 8 MP
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This tablet has a narrower front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's front camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • No manual exposure control
    This tablet does not support manual exposure, while the average tablet does. 63.6% of tablets support manual exposure.
  • No manual white balance
    This tablet does not support manual white balance, while the average tablet does. 51.5% of tablets support manual white balance.
  • No timelapse video
    This tablet does not support timelapse video, while the average tablet does. 57.5% of tablets support timelapse video.
  • No fast charging
    This tablet does not support fast charging, while the average tablet does. 56.8% of tablets support fast charging.
  • 27.3% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a smaller battery capacity than the average tablet (4,800 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    4,800 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • 44.4% slower charging
    This tablet charges slower than the average tablet (10 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    10 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 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)
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This tablet has an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (4 vs 5).
    4 vs 5
  • No face recognition
    This tablet does not have face recognition, the average tablet does. 56.4% of tablets support face recognition.
  • No Ethernet support
    This tablet does not have Ethernet support, the average tablet does. 76.5% of tablets support Ethernet.
  • 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 split-screen
    This tablet does not support split-screen, the average tablet does. 72.8% of tablets support split-screen.
  • 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 location privacy
    This tablet does not support location privacy, while the average tablet does. 76.7% 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.
  • No keyboard accessory
    This tablet does not support a keyboard accessory, the average tablet does. 84.2% of tablets support a keyboard accessory.

Video reviews

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

8.0
PhoneArena
≈ estimated
23/02/2014
First look · trade show hands-on, design and hardware
Verdict
Huawei MediaPad M1 4G is a decent-looking budget tablet with good build and viewing angles at a reasonable price.
Shop video
Hands-on video, no verdict
Hands-on video, no verdict
Hands-on video, no verdict
Hands-on video, no verdict

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

5.0
trustedreviews.com
≈ estimated
27/02/2014
First look · Mid-range 8-inch tablet
Verdict
The Huawei MediaPad M1 is a sleek, well-built 8-inch tablet with fast 4G and good value for money, but its soft screen is a compromise.
6.0
techradar.com
≈ estimated
23/02/2014
Hands-on test · Budget 8-inch tablet
Verdict
The Huawei MediaPad M1 is a solid, affordable 8-inch tablet that doesn't excel at anything, but its 4G and lower price make it a decent alternative.
7.0
expertreviews.co.uk
≈ estimated
23/02/2014
First look · Mid-range 8-inch tablet
Verdict
The Huawei MediaPad M1 is a sleek, well-built 8-inch tablet with fast 4G and good value for money, but its soft screen is a compromise.
8.0
teknikop.com
≈ estimated
12/08/2014
Review · Mid-range 8-inch tablet
Verdict
The Huawei MediaPad M1 is a slim 8-inch tablet with great sound and battery life, held back by sluggish software and poor multitasking.
7.0
androidplanet.nl
≈ estimated
23/02/2014
Short review · Budget 8-inch tablet
Verdict
The Huawei MediaPad M1 is a budget 8-inch tablet with loud front speakers and a big battery, and its low-resolution screen is forgivable at its price.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Huawei MediaPad M1 4G (1GB + 8GB)

  • Phenomenal battery life, with some users reporting 9 hours of video playback or 2-3 days of general use
  • Loud and clear audio quality from dual front-facing stereo speakers
  • Solid build quality featuring a slim, metal unibody design that feels premium
  • Good value for money, often positioned as a more affordable alternative to the iPad Mini
  • Supports 4G LTE data, allowing for fast mobile internet and the ability to make calls and send texts

What customers don't like about Huawei MediaPad M1 4G (1GB + 8GB)

  • Outdated display resolution (1280 x 800) which can lead to fuzzy text and washed-out colours
  • Slight interface lag and occasional sluggishness, likely due to having only 1GB of RAM
  • Running on an older version of Android (4.2 Jelly Bean) with limited official update support
  • Camera performance lacks detail and lacks a flash for the rear lens
  • Screen responsiveness can be inconsistent, occasionally requiring multiple taps

Verdict

The Huawei MediaPad M1 4G is an 8-inch Android 4.2.2 tablet featuring a 1280 x 800 IPS LCD display and a premium aluminum-backed design inspired by the HTC One. It is powered by a 1.6GHz quad-core HiSilicon Kirin 910 processor with 1GB of RAM and 8GB of internal storage, expandable up to 32GB via microSD. Key features include 4G LTE connectivity with voice calling support, dual front-facing stereo speakers with DTS sound, and a significant 4800mAh battery offering up to 12.5 hours of web browsing. Main pros are its solid build quality, excellent battery life, and immersive front-facing audio. However, it is hindered by an outdated operating system, 1GB of RAM which limits heavy multitasking, and cameras that perform poorly in low light.

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