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Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite 10 Cellular (3GB + 32GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£220RAM capacity:3 GBInternal storage:32 GBScreen size:10.1 inchesChipset:Qualcomm Snapdragon 435

Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite 10 Cellular (3GB + 32GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 21 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite 10 Cellular (3GB + 32GB)
6.3/10

Overall score

Score
6.3/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 75% of models
Score components

35%

5.8

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

5.8

Reviews score

10%

5.8

Sentiment score

▼Worse than 75% of tablets
7.2

Value for money

Value for money
7.2/ 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
▼ Worse than 72% of models
Score components

70%

6.3

Overall score

30%

9.4

Price

▼Worse than 72%
5.8

Technical score

Technical score
5.8/ 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 59% of models
Score components

22%

5.5

Performance

20%

5.1

Display

16%

7.8

Camera

14%

3.2

Battery

12%

6.6

Connectivity

8%

7.0

Software

5%

6.9

Design

3%

7.5

Audio

▼Worse than 59%
5.8

Reviews score

Reviews score
5.8/ 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 72% of models

5.8

Mark 7.6 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

7.4

Average grade

20%

8.4

Popularity

Grades by review (21)
17 reviews: 6 with a printed score, 11 estimated from the review. 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.
▼Worse than 72%
?

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.
Other versions:
3GB + 32GB4GB + 64GB

What reviewers say about the Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite 10 Cellular (3GB + 32GB)

Based on 17 · 6

Reviewers praise the display, sound and battery life, but find performance slow and ports and connectivity limited.
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Criticised
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What owners say about the Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite 10 Cellular (3GB + 32GB)

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 Cellular (3GB + 32GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.8/ 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 59% of models
Score components:

22%

5.5

Performance

20%

5.1

Display

16%

7.8

Camera

14%

3.2

Battery

12%

6.6

Connectivity

8%

7.0

Software

5%

6.9

Design

3%

7.5

Audio

5.8
Reviews score
5.8
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.2/ 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
▼ Worse than 72% of models
Score components:

70%

6.3

Overall score

30%

9.4

Price

7.2
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
32 GB
Market range: <16 GB – >256 GB
This tablet has 32 GB of internal storage, which is less than 60.9% of tablets and equal to 17.9% 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
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
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
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
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 Cellular (3GB + 32GB) 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
  • Supports LTE
    This tablet supports LTE, while the average tablet does not. 42.9% of tablets support LTE.
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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
  • 17.1% lower review score
    Reviews score
    5.8/ 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 72% of models

    5.8

    Mark 7.6 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    7.4

    Average grade

    20%

    8.4

    Popularity

    Grades by review (21)
    17 reviews: 6 with a printed score, 11 estimated from the review. 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.
    5.8 vs 7.0
  • 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.
  • 51 nits dimmer screen
    This tablet is dimmer than the average tablet (350 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    350 nits vs 401 nits
  • 17.1% lower review score
    Reviews score
    5.8/ 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 72% of models

    5.8

    Mark 7.6 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    7.4

    Average grade

    20%

    8.4

    Popularity

    Grades by review (21)
    17 reviews: 6 with a printed score, 11 estimated from the review. 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.
    5.8 vs 7.0
  • 22.7% lower sentiment score
    5.8 vs 7.5
  • 4.2% worse value for money
    Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite 10 Cellular (3GB + 32GB) has worse value for money than the average tablet (7.25 vs 7.6).
    7.25 vs 7.55
  • 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
  • 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
  • 50% less internal storage
    This tablet has less internal storage than the average tablet (32 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    32 GB vs 64 GB
  • 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
  • 30.8% slower GPU clock
    This tablet runs its GPU slower than the average tablet (450 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet runs its GPU at 650 MHz.
    450 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • 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
  • 51 nits dimmer screen
    This tablet is dimmer than the average tablet (350 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    350 nits vs 401 nits
  • Less vivid contrast
    This tablet has less contrast than the average tablet (1000:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    1,000:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 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.
  • 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 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

8.0
My Next Tablet
≈ estimated
24/08/2017
Hands-on review · battery, gaming and entertainment tests
Verdict
Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite 10 Cellular is a good tablet for movies and TV shows, but not recommended for demanding games or every buyer.
7.0
My Next Tablet
≈ estimated
22/08/2017
Gaming and benchmark test · short look, final review pending
Verdict
Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite 10 Cellular is good for movies and light games, but pro gamers will likely be disappointed.
Not graded
Not graded

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
pcper.com
≈ estimated
14/03/2018
Review · Budget media tablet
Verdict
The Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite 10 is a loud, sharp media tablet that runs smoothly, though its last security update came in June 2017 and storage is tight.
6.0
uk.pcmag.com
✓ explicit
29/01/2018
Review · Streaming tablet
Verdict
The Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite 10 is a sleek 10-inch streaming tablet with a sharp screen and loud speakers, though its heavy software and weak camera hold it back.
6.0
au.pcmag.com
✓ explicit
30/01/2018
Hands-on review · Android tablet
Verdict
The Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite 10 is a sharp, loud streaming tablet with Google Play access, but Amazon's Fire HD 10 offers similar performance for less.
8.0
chip.de
≈ estimated
29/05/2017
Lab test · Mid-range tablet
Verdict
The Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite 10 LTE is a well-built 10-inch tablet with a bright Full HD screen, long battery life and above-average performance, but it charges slowly.
7.0
connect.de
✓ explicit
28/09/2017
Review · 10-inch tablet
Verdict
The Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite 10 is a well-made tablet with long battery life and good speakers, though its 10-inch screen is only Full HD.
7.0
hardwareluxx.de
≈ estimated
29/05/2017
Benchmark test · Budget tablet
Verdict
The Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite 10 is a well-built, lightweight tablet with a clear screen and loud speakers, but its weak processor limits it to light use.
9.0
heute.at
≈ estimated
13/09/2021
Photo review · Media tablet
Verdict
The Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite 10 is a well-built tablet with a strong front camera and loud, clear stereo sound, suited to video calls, music and long couch sessions.
7.0
huaweiblog.de
≈ estimated
30/10/2017
Hands-on test · Mid-range tablet
Verdict
The Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite 10 is a well-finished, light tablet for widescreen viewing on the couch, but its old Micro-USB port feels dated.
7.0
lesandroides.net
≈ estimated
17/09/2017
Hands-on test · Budget tablet
Verdict
The Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite 10 covers everyday web use, photos and video with a sharp screen and long battery life, but demanding 3D games need a faster tablet.
7.2
01net.com
✓ explicit
18/09/2017
Review · Value tablet
Verdict
The Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite 10 is a good-value 10-inch tablet with long battery life, a bright screen and smooth everyday use, but its cameras are weak.
7.0
quechoisir.org
≈ estimated
2017
Archived test · Discontinued tablet
Verdict
The Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite 10 is a good-value tablet with a pleasant touchscreen and multi-user accounts, but its performance is mediocre and photos are average.
8.0
computerhoy.20minutos.es
≈ estimated
22/10/2017
Hands-on test · Media tablet
Verdict
The Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite 10 is a slim, metal-framed media tablet with a bright screen and long battery life for Netflix, but it smudges easily and charges slowly.
7.0
ocu.org
✓ explicit
Not Dated
Lab test · Classic tablet
Verdict
The Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite 10 is a light, easy-to-use tablet with good battery life and a responsive touchscreen, but its slow hardware and weak ports hold it back.
6.0
dday.it
≈ estimated
15/06/2017
Hands-on review · Mid-range tablet
Verdict
The Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite 10 is a solid, well-built tablet with long battery life for light use, but it lags when gaming and multitasking.
7.5
smartworld.it
✓ explicit
08/06/2017
Hands-on review · Couch tablet
Verdict
The Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite 10 works well on the couch for streaming video and music, with strong speakers, though it lags when you drag icons or multitask.
8.0
webnews.it
≈ estimated
16/05/2017
Launch review · Media tablet
Verdict
The Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite 10 is built around video and music, with strong speakers and long battery life, though its sound distorts at top volume.
6.0
innovation.dday.it
≈ estimated
15/06/2017
Hands-on test · LTE tablet
Verdict
The Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite 10 is a solid-feeling tablet with loud speakers and long battery life, but it stutters under heavy multitasking and charges slowly.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite 10 Cellular (3GB + 32GB)

  • High-quality audio from four Harman Kardon-tuned speakers
  • Sharp and bright 10.1-inch 1920x1200 IPS display
  • Fast and reliable fingerprint sensor with gesture support
  • Solid battery life, with users reporting 12-13 hours of media use
  • Cellular connectivity via nano-SIM slot for on-the-go data
  • Sleek, lightweight, and portable build quality

What customers don't like about Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite 10 Cellular (3GB + 32GB)

  • Very limited available internal storage (approx. 7GB free on 16GB models) due to heavy bloatware
  • Dated Micro-USB charging port instead of the more modern USB-C
  • Performance lag in high-intensity gaming and heavy multitasking
  • Heavy EMUI software skin can cause occasional UI slowdowns
  • Lack of Widevine L1 certification prevents streaming Netflix in HD
  • Device can become notably hot during extended movie watching or gaming

Verdict

The Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite 10 Cellular (3GB + 32GB) is a sleek 10.1-inch multimedia tablet featuring a crisp 1920 x 1200 IPS display and a 4G LTE-enabled Snapdragon 435 octa-core processor. It is distinguished by its quad-speaker system tuned by Harman Kardon, 8MP front and rear cameras, and a integrated fingerprint sensor for secure access. Main pros include its impressive audio quality, bright full HD screen, and cellular connectivity for on-the-go use; however, cons include a dated micro-USB charging port, a heavy EMUI 5.1 software skin over Android 7.0, and occasional performance stutters during demanding tasks or high-end gaming.

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