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Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite 10 WiFi (3GB + 16GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£220RAM capacity:3 GBInternal storage:16 GBScreen size:10.1 inchesChipset:Qualcomm Snapdragon 435

Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite 10 WiFi (3GB + 16GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 24 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

6.9/10

Overall score

Score
6.9/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 55% of models
Score components

35%

5.9

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

7.8

Reviews score

10%

5.9

Sentiment score

▼Worse than 55% of tablets
7.6

Value for money

Value for money
7.6/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 50% of models
Score components

70%

6.9

Overall score

30%

9.4

Price

▲Better than 50%
5.9

Technical score

Technical score
5.9/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 55% of models
Score components

22%

5.5

Performance

20%

5.6

Display

16%

8.0

Camera

14%

3.4

Battery

12%

6.0

Connectivity

8%

7.0

Software

5%

6.9

Design

3%

7.5

Audio

▼Worse than 55%
7.8

Reviews score

Reviews score
7.8/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 51% of models

80%

7.6

Average grade

20%

8.6

Popularity

Grades by review (24)
18 reviews: 8 with a printed score, 10 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.
▼Worse than 51%
?

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.
Available versions:
3GB + 32GBCheck price
Other versions:
3GB + 16GB4GB + 64GB

What reviewers say about the Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite 10 WiFi (3GB + 16GB)

Based on 18 · 8

Reviewers enjoy the good speakers and screen with decent battery life, but find performance sluggish and cameras disappointing.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
Pick a topic to see who said what

What owners say about the Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite 10 WiFi (3GB + 16GB)

Based on 41 owners sharing their experience in online comments

49%positive10%mixed41%negative

Owners praise the impressive sound, while sluggish performance and charging problems are the clearest frustrations.

What owners dislike

  • Demanding games lag, with reports of only 20–37 fps on the lowest settings, and apps and icon dragging stutter or load slowly.7
  • The charging port can break or charge slowly, and charging may stop partway; a wireless charging pad was reported to work when the port is broken.4
  • Owners see an inactive mail service error under Others, and the option may not appear at all when holding text; a different provider helps.4

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

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Technical Specifications of tablet Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite 10 WiFi (3GB + 16GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.9/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 55% of models
Score components:

22%

5.5

Performance

20%

5.6

Display

16%

8.0

Camera

14%

3.4

Battery

12%

6.0

Connectivity

8%

7.0

Software

5%

6.9

Design

3%

7.5

Audio

5.9
Reviews score
7.8
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.6/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 50% of models
Score components:

70%

6.9

Overall score

30%

9.4

Price

7.6
RAM capacity
3 GB
Market range: <1 GB – >8 GB
This tablet has 3 GB of RAM, which is less than 52.9% of tablets and equal to 8.4% 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
16 GB
Market range: <16 GB – >256 GB
This tablet has 16 GB of internal storage, which is less than 78.8% of tablets and equal to 14.8% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
?
Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon 435
This tablet runs on Qualcomm Snapdragon 435, which is more advanced than 54.5% of tablets and equal to 0.4% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
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
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
224 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 224 ppi, which is higher than 50.1% of tablets and equal to 11.5% of tablets.
Display glass type
Corning Gorilla Glass
This tablet protects its screen with Corning Gorilla Glass, which is more durable than 45.4% of tablets and the same as 32.8% 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
8 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a rear camera with 8 MP resolution, which is higher than 36.4% of tablets and equal to 31.9% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
8 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 8 MP resolution, which is higher than 69.6% of tablets and equal to 19.5% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
f/2.0
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/2.0, which is wider than 57.4% of tablets and equal to 24.7% 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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What reviewers say
Battery capacity
6,660 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 6,660 mAh battery capacity, which is larger than 50.7% of tablets and equal to 0.4% of tablets.
Charging speed
15 W
Market range: <10 W – >45 W
This tablet charges at 15 W, which is slower than 52.1% of tablets and equal to 6.3% of tablets.
Battery life
6.27 hours
Market range: <7 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 6.27 hours, which is shorter than that of 91.7% of tablets and equal to that of 0.1% 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
310 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 310 g, which is lighter than 90.4% of tablets and equal to 1.7% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.7% 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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What reviewers say
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
4
Market range: <2 – >4
This tablet includes 4 speakers, which is more than in 70.8% of tablets and equal to the number in 22.9% 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 M3 Lite 10 WiFi (3GB + 16GB) vs the average tablet

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  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Qualcomm Snapdragon 435 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 435 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • More advanced graphics
    This tablet has more advanced graphics than the average tablet (Adreno 505 vs Mali-G51).
    Adreno 505 vs Mali-G51
  • 3 MP higher front resolution
    This tablet has a higher-resolution front camera than the average tablet (8 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    8 MP vs 5 MP
  • 36.7% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (310 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    310 g vs 490 g
  • 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 manual shutter speed
    This tablet supports manual shutter speed, while the average tablet does not. 21.8% of tablets support manual shutter speed.
  • 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
  • Supports manual ISO
    This tablet supports manual ISO, while the average tablet does not. 45.9% of tablets support manual ISO.
  • 11.4% higher review score
    Reviews score
    7.8/ 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
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▼ Worse than 51% of models

    80%

    7.6

    Average grade

    20%

    8.6

    Popularity

    Grades by review (24)
    18 reviews: 8 with a printed score, 10 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.
    7.8 vs 7.0
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Qualcomm Snapdragon 435 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 435 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • More advanced graphics
    This tablet has more advanced graphics than the average tablet (Adreno 505 vs Mali-G51).
    Adreno 505 vs Mali-G51
  • 79 nits brighter screen
    This tablet is brighter than the average tablet (480 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    480 nits vs 401 nits
  • 2 nits higher typical brightness
    This tablet has a higher typical brightness than the average tablet (402 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    402 nits vs 400 nits
  • 3 MP higher front resolution
    This tablet has a higher-resolution front camera than the average tablet (8 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    8 MP vs 5 MP
  • Supports manual shutter speed
    This tablet supports manual shutter speed, while the average tablet does not. 21.8% of tablets support manual shutter speed.
  • 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
  • Supports manual ISO
    This tablet supports manual ISO, while the average tablet does not. 45.9% of tablets support manual ISO.
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This tablet has a wider main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's main camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Supports slow-motion video
    This tablet supports slow-motion recording, while the average tablet does not. 37.3% of tablets support slow-motion recording.
  • Built-in camera flash
    This tablet has a camera flash, while the average tablet does not. 45.5% of tablets have one.
  • Supports AirPlay streaming
    This tablet supports AirPlay streaming, while the average tablet does not. 7.5% of tablets offer this.
  • 36.7% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (310 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    310 g vs 490 g
  • 0.9 mm thinner
    This tablet is thinner than the average tablet (7.1 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    7.1 mm vs 8 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
  • 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
  • No USB-C port
    This tablet does not have a USB Type-C port, while the average tablet does. 54% of tablets have one.
  • 3.73 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (6.3 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    6.27 hours vs 10 hours
  • 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 fast charging
    This tablet does not support fast charging, while the average tablet does. 56.8% of tablets support fast charging.
  • 30% lower CPU speed
    This tablet has a lower CPU speed than the average tablet (1.4 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    1.4 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 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.
  • 75% less internal storage
    This tablet has less internal storage than the average tablet (16 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    16 GB vs 64 GB
  • 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
  • 21.3% lower sentiment score
    5.9 vs 7.5
  • 30% lower CPU speed
    This tablet has a lower CPU speed than the average tablet (1.4 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    1.4 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 75% less internal storage
    This tablet has less internal storage than the average tablet (16 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    16 GB vs 64 GB
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 1 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM than the average tablet (3 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    3 GB vs 4 GB
  • 2 fewer GPU execution units
    This tablet has less GPU execution units than the average tablet (2 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    2 vs 4
  • 3.73 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (6.3 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    6.27 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.
  • 16.7% slower charging
    This tablet charges slower than the average tablet (15 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    15 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 (4.1 vs 5).
    4.1 vs 5
  • No Ethernet support
    This tablet does not have Ethernet support, the average tablet does. 76.5% of tablets support Ethernet.
    built-in Ethernet port
  • 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 dark mode
    This tablet does not support dark mode, while the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets offer this.

Video reviews

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

9.0
Flossy Carter
≈ estimated
03/02/2018
Hands-on review · speakers, apps and camera tests
Verdict
Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite 10 WiFi has excellent speakers, making it a strong choice for watching videos in bed despite minor lag.
8.0
My Next Tablet
≈ estimated
24/08/2017
Hands-on review · battery, gaming, software and media tests
Verdict
Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite 10 WiFi is a good tablet for movies and TV shows, but not recommended for high-end gaming.
7.0
My Next Tablet
≈ estimated
22/08/2017
Gaming and benchmark test · AnTuTu and Geekbench results
Verdict
Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite 10 WiFi suits films, series and light games, but demanding games disappoint and some crash.
Not graded
Not graded
Not graded
Overview video

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
pcper.com
≈ estimated
14/03/2018
Hands-on review · Budget tablet
Verdict
The MediaPad M3 Lite 10 is a snappy, sharp-screened media tablet with little bloatware, though its last security update came in June 2017.
6.0
au.pcmag.com
✓ explicit
30/01/2018
Lab review · Streaming tablet
Verdict
The MediaPad M3 Lite 10 is a sleek tablet with a sharp screen and loud speakers, but it offers little over the cheaper Amazon Fire HD 10.
6.0
uk.pcmag.com
✓ explicit
29/01/2018
Lab test · Media tablet
Verdict
The Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite 10 is a sharp, loud streaming tablet, but cheaper Amazon tablets offer similar performance, so it's hard to recommend.
6.0
hardwareluxx.de
≈ estimated
29/05/2017
Lab test · Lower mid-range tablet
Verdict
The MediaPad M3 Lite 10 has a bright, evenly lit screen and a quick fingerprint sensor, but its Snapdragon 435 chip is too weak for games.
8.0
chip.de
≈ estimated
29/05/2017
Lab test · Multimedia tablet
Verdict
The MediaPad M3 Lite 10 LTE is solidly built and well equipped, but its battery takes over four hours to fully charge.
8.1
connect.de
✓ explicit
28/09/2017
Lab test · Mid-range tablet
Verdict
The MediaPad M3 Lite 10 is a well-built all-rounder with good speakers and a high-contrast screen, but it lacks a USB-C port.
7.0
connect-living.de
✓ explicit
24/07/2017
Quick test · Film-watching tablet
Verdict
The MediaPad M3 Lite 10 is a light, slim tablet with balanced sound and smooth video, best for films rather than demanding games.
9.0
heute.at
≈ estimated
13/09/2021
Hands-on test · Media tablet
Verdict
The Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite 10 is a light, well-built tablet with loud stereo sound and a long battery, held back by an old micro-USB port and Android 7.
7.2
01net.com
✓ explicit
18/09/2017
Lab test · Android tablet
Verdict
The MediaPad M3 Lite 10 is a versatile, long-lasting tablet with a bright screen, but its photos and videos are only average.
7.0
lesandroides.net
≈ estimated
17/09/2017
Full review · Everyday tablet
Verdict
The MediaPad M3 Lite 10 is a well-finished tablet with good value for films and everyday use, but it is too weak for 3D games.
7.0
quechoisir.org
≈ estimated
N/A
Test review · Mid-range tablet
Verdict
The MediaPad M3 Lite 10 has a pleasant curved design and a clear screen, but its performance is mediocre and its photos are only average.
8.0
computerhoy.20minutos.es
≈ estimated
22/10/2017
Hands-on test · Media tablet
Verdict
The Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite 10 is a thin, bright tablet with fast everyday performance and long battery life, but its screen smudges quickly and it lacks fast charging.
7.0
ocu.org
✓ explicit
Not Dated
Lab test · Everyday tablet
Verdict
The Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite 10 is an easy-to-use, well-built tablet with a responsive screen and good battery, but weak hardware and a mediocre rear camera hold it back.
7.0
dday.it
≈ estimated
15/06/2017
Hands-on test · Media tablet
Verdict
The MediaPad M3 Lite 10 is solidly built and lasts a long time, but its Snapdragon 435 slows down when games run alongside other apps.
7.5
smartworld.it
✓ explicit
08/06/2017
Review · Entertainment tablet
Verdict
The Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite 10 is a good couch tablet for video and music with loud speakers, though it lacks laptop-level power and its battery could last longer.
8.0
webnews.it
≈ estimated
16/05/2017
Hands-on review · Media tablet
Verdict
The Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite 10 is a sleek tablet for video and music, with four strong speakers and good battery life, but its cameras only suit quick snaps.
7.0
innovation.dday.it
≈ estimated
15/06/2017
Hands-on review · Everyday tablet
Verdict
The Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite 10 is a well-built tablet that handles light tasks and streaming, but it struggles when juggling apps and games, charges slowly and uses micro-USB.
8.0
fwd.nl
✓ explicit
26/07/2017
Hands-on review · Budget tablet
Verdict
The Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite 10 is a light, sharp budget tablet with loud speakers and long battery life, though charging is slow and the screen struggles outdoors.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite 10 WiFi (3GB + 16GB)

  • High-quality 1920x1200 IPS display with good brightness and color reproduction
  • Excellent quad-speaker system tuned by Harman Kardon providing loud, clear sound
  • Reliable and fast fingerprint sensor for quick unlocking
  • Solid battery life, typically lasting around 10-13 hours for media playback
  • Good build quality with a slim and portable design
  • Dual-band Wi-Fi support (2.4GHz and 5GHz) for stable connectivity

What customers don't like about Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite 10 WiFi (3GB + 16GB)

  • Mediocre gaming performance; struggles with high-intensity 3D titles
  • Heavy EMUI software layer with significant amounts of preloaded bloatware
  • Dated Micro-USB charging port instead of the more modern USB-C
  • Lack of Widevine L1 support on some units, limiting Netflix streaming to SD
  • Can experience slowdowns and UI stuttering during heavy multitasking
  • Cameras are lackluster and struggle in low-light conditions

Verdict

The Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite 10 WiFi (3GB + 16GB) is a multimedia-focused tablet featuring a 10.1-inch IPS LCD with a sharp 1920 x 1200 resolution and a slim 7.1mm metal-framed chassis. Powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 435 octa-core processor and a 6660mAh battery, its primary strengths are an immersive quad-speaker system tuned by Harman Kardon, a fast-reacting fingerprint sensor, and solid build quality. Main pros include its vibrant display with good viewing angles and high-quality audio output for streaming. However, cons include limited out-of-the-box storage—with only about 6GB to 7GB of the 16GB available due to a heavy EMUI 5.1 software layer—alongside noticeable performance stuttering during multitasking and a lack of fast charging via its dated micro-USB port.

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