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Itel VistaTab 30 Pro 4G (8GB + 256GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£190RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:13 inchesChipset:MediaTek Helio G99

Itel VistaTab 30 Pro 4G (8GB + 256GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 1 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

7.3/10

Overall score

Score
7.3/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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Score components

35%

7.3

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

7.3

Reviews score

10%

6.7

Sentiment score

â–²Better than 63% of tablets
8.0

Value for money

Value for money
8.0/ 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%

7.3

Overall score

30%

9.5

Price

â–²Better than 80%
7.3

Technical score

Technical score
7.3/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components

22%

7.4

Performance

20%

6.5

Display

16%

7.9

Camera

14%

7.9

Battery

12%

7.6

Connectivity

8%

8.5

Software

5%

5.3

Design

3%

4.7

Audio

â–²Better than 75%
7.3

Reviews score

Reviews score
7.3/ 10
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What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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7.3

Mark 7.4 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

8.1

Average grade

20%

5.0

Popularity

Grades by review (1)
1 video review, 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 55%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
Not in any best-of list yet

What owners say about the Itel VistaTab 30 Pro 4G (8GB + 256GB)

Based on 91 owners sharing their experience in online comments

31%positive12%mixed57%negative

Owners value the large screen, long battery life, and affordability, but keyboard failures and poor reliability weigh heavily.

What owners dislike

  • The keyboard often disconnects when the tablet is tilted, or is not detected when first attached; some say reboot and reseating do not fix it.12
  • Some units shut down on their own or restart when opening certain apps, and some stop working within one to three months.11
  • Owners report thick white lines on the screen after two weeks, blank screens with sound only, and wavy marks near the keyboard pins.7
  • Touch sensitivity varies between units: taps open the wrong item, apps open while scrolling, and some touch stops working after a few months.6
  • Some buyers, both online and in stores, got the tablet without the keyboard case, even though they expected it in the package.5
  • Owners report slow customer service that does not answer live chat, and warranty repairs that take weeks.3
  • Owners say it heats up quickly during gaming and heavy use.3
  • The bundled 18W charger takes about three hours to go from 20% to 100%, and some owners say fast charging does not work.3
  • Some keyboards stopped working or began connecting intermittently after only two weeks to two months of use.3

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

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Technical Specifications of tablet Itel VistaTab 30 Pro 4G (8GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.3/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components:

22%

7.4

Performance

20%

6.5

Display

16%

7.9

Camera

14%

7.9

Battery

12%

7.6

Connectivity

8%

8.5

Software

5%

5.3

Design

3%

4.7

Audio

7.3
Reviews score
7.3
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
8.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components:

70%

7.3

Overall score

30%

9.5

Price

8.0
RAM capacity
8 GB
This tablet has 8 GB of RAM, which is more than 72.1% of tablets and equal to 17.9% of tablets.
Process node
6 nm
This tablet is built on a 6 nm process, which is smaller than 76.1% of tablets and equal to 8.4% of tablets.
Internal storage
256 GB
This tablet has 256 GB of internal storage, which is more than 76.4% of tablets and equal to 15.8% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
729 points
This tablet scores 729 points in single-core tests, which is higher than 47.7% of tablets and equal to 2.9% of tablets.
Chipset
MediaTek Helio G99
This tablet runs on MediaTek Helio G99, which is less advanced than 50.8% of tablets and equal to 2.9% of tablets.
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Screen resolution
1920×1200
This tablet has a 1920×1200 screen, which is sharper than 39.1% of tablets and equal to 18.8% of tablets.
Refresh rate
?
Display type
IPS LCD
This tablet uses a IPS LCD display type. 17% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
172 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 172 ppi, which is lower than 76% of tablets.
Display glass type
Chemically Strengthened Glass
This tablet protects its screen with Chemically Strengthened Glass, which is less durable than 65.1% of tablets and the same as 12.9% of tablets.
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Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical stabilisation. 0.4% of tablets offer this.
Main camera megapixels
13 MP
This tablet has a rear camera with 13 MP resolution, which is higher than 73.9% of tablets and equal to 21.7% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
8 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
?
Optical zoom
1xxx
This tablet has 1xx optical zoom, which is stronger than 18.2% of tablets and equal to 80.9% of tablets.
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Battery capacity
10,000 mAh
This tablet has 10,000 mAh battery capacity, which is larger than 87.5% of tablets and equal to 2.3% of tablets.
Charging speed
18 W
This tablet charges at 18 W, which is faster than 48% of tablets and equal to 12.3% of tablets.
Battery life
25 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 25 hours, which is longer than that of 99.1% of tablets and equal to that of 0.1% of tablets.
video playback
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets offer this.
Fast charging
yes
This tablet supports fast charging. 43.2% of tablets offer this.
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LTE support
yes
This tablet has built-in LTE. 57.1% of tablets offer this.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This tablet connects to Wi-Fi. 0.2% of tablets offer this.
GPS
yes
This tablet has built-in GPS. 17.1% of tablets offer this.
5G connectivity
no
This tablet does not support 5G. 8.1% of tablets offer this.
NFC
no
This tablet does not include NFC. 10.8% of tablets offer this.
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Operating system
Android
This tablet uses the Android operating system, which is more advanced than the one used by 23.2%.
Update support duration
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
yes
This tablet supports on-device AI. 71.7% 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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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
689 g
This tablet weighs 689 g, which is heavier than 87.9% 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
?
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Number of microphones
?
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this.
Dolby Atmos support
no
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.3% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
2
This tablet includes 2 speakers, which is more than in 9.8% of tablets and equal to the number in 60.8% of tablets.
FM radio
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer this.
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Itel VistaTab 30 Pro 4G (8GB + 256GB) vs the average tablet

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  • 15 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (25 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    video playback
    25 hours vs 10 hours
  • 4x more internal storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (256 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    256 GB vs 64 GB
  • 2.9 inches larger screen
    This tablet has a larger screen than the average tablet (13 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    13 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • Faster storage type
    This tablet uses UFS storage, while the average tablet uses eMMC. Storage technology still varies widely across tablets.
    UFS vs eMMC
  • 51.5% larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a larger battery capacity than the average tablet (10,000 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    10,000 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • 5 MP higher rear resolution
    This tablet has a higher-resolution rear camera than the average tablet (13 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a rear camera of 8 MP.
    13 MP vs 8 MP
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This tablet has more RAM than the average tablet (8 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    8 GB vs 4 GB
  • 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
  • 5.5% better value for money
    Itel VistaTab 30 Pro 4G (8GB + 256GB) has better value for money than the average tablet (7.96 vs 7.6).
    7.96 vs 7.55
  • 4x more internal storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (256 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    256 GB vs 64 GB
  • Faster storage type
    This tablet uses UFS storage, while the average tablet uses eMMC. Storage technology still varies widely across tablets.
    UFS vs eMMC
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This tablet has more RAM than the average tablet (8 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    8 GB vs 4 GB
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (MediaTek Helio G99 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    MediaTek Helio G99 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 57.1% smaller process node
    This tablet has a smaller process node than the average tablet (6 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet is built on 14 nm.
    6 nm vs 14 nm
  • More advanced memory type
    This tablet uses more advanced memory than the average tablet (LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3).
    LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3
  • Includes neural engine
    This tablet includes a neural engine, the average tablet does not. 25.6% of tablets include a neural engine.
  • 46.2% faster GPU clock
    This tablet runs its GPU faster than the average tablet (950 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet runs its GPU at 650 MHz.
    950 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • 6 years newer
    This tablet was released more recently than the average tablet (2025 vs 2019). The average tablet was released in 2019.
    March 2025
    2025 vs 2019
  • 10% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (2.2 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    2.2 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • More advanced graphics
    This tablet has more advanced graphics than the average tablet (Mali-G57 MC2 vs Mali-G51).
    Mali-G57 MC2 vs Mali-G51
  • 2.9 inches larger screen
    This tablet has a larger screen than the average tablet (13 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    13 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • More vivid contrast
    This tablet has more contrast than the average tablet (1500:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    1,500:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 50 nits higher typical brightness
    This tablet has a higher typical brightness than the average tablet (450 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    450 nits vs 400 nits
  • 49 nits brighter screen
    This tablet is brighter than the average tablet (450 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    450 nits vs 401 nits
  • 5 MP higher rear resolution
    This tablet has a higher-resolution rear camera than the average tablet (13 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a rear camera of 8 MP.
    13 MP vs 8 MP
  • 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 PDAF
    This tablet supports PDAF, the average tablet does not. 28% of tablets support PDAF.
  • 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.
  • 15 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (25 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    video playback
    25 hours vs 10 hours
  • 51.5% larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a larger battery capacity than the average tablet (10,000 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    10,000 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • Supports LTE
    This tablet supports LTE, while the average tablet does not. 42.9% of tablets support LTE.
  • Supports cellular data
    This tablet supports cellular data, while the average tablet does not. 47.4% of tablets offer this.
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This tablet has a newer Bluetooth version than the average tablet (5.2 vs 5).
    5.2 vs 5
  • Includes on-device AI
    This tablet includes on-device AI, the average tablet does not. 28.3% of tablets include on-device AI.
  • Supports live text recognition
    This tablet supports live text recognition, while the average tablet does not. 35.1% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports app offloading
    This tablet supports app offloading, while the average tablet does not. 26.3% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports dynamic themes
    This tablet supports dynamic themes, while the average tablet does not. 29.5% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports extra dim mode
    This tablet supports extra dim mode, while the average tablet does not. 35.9% of tablets offer this.
  • Includes clipboard warnings
    This tablet has clipboard warnings, the average tablet does not. 40.3% of tablets include clipboard warnings.
  • 1 mm thinner
    This tablet is thinner than the average tablet (7 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    7 mm vs 8 mm
  • 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 continuous video AF
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • 40.6% heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (689 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    689 g vs 490 g
  • 22.2% softer screen detail
    This tablet has softer screen detail than the average tablet (172 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    172 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • 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.
  • Less durable glass
    This tablet has less durable glass than the average tablet (Chemically Strengthened Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass). The average tablet uses Corning Gorilla Glass.
    Chemically Strengthened Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • No headphone jack
    This tablet does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack, while the average tablet does. 72.8% of tablets offer this.
  • No panorama mode
    This tablet does not support panorama mode, while the average tablet does. 78.6% of tablets support panorama mode.
  • 10.7% lower sentiment score
    6.7 vs 7.5
  • 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
  • 22.2% softer screen detail
    This tablet has softer screen detail than the average tablet (172 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    172 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • Less durable glass
    This tablet has less durable glass than the average tablet (Chemically Strengthened Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass). The average tablet uses Corning Gorilla Glass.
    Chemically Strengthened Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • 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
  • No continuous video AF
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • 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 panorama mode
    This tablet does not support panorama mode, while the average tablet does. 78.6% of tablets support panorama mode.
  • No timelapse video
    This tablet does not support timelapse video, while the average tablet does. 57.5% of tablets support timelapse video.
  • 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
  • 40.6% heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (689 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    689 g vs 490 g
  • 98.4 mm taller
    This tablet is taller than the average tablet (298.4 mm vs 200 mm). The average tablet is 200 mm tall.
    298.4 mm vs 200 mm
  • 18.1 mm wider
    This tablet is wider than the average tablet (193.4 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    193.4 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • No headphone jack
    This tablet does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack, while the average tablet does. 72.8% of tablets offer this.

Video reviews

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

9.0
RNP
≈ estimated
02/03/2025
Unboxing and review · game and app tests
Verdict
Itel VistaTab 30 Pro 4G is a solid midrange choice with good performance, display quality and productivity features.
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Itel VistaTab 30 Pro 4G (8GB + 256GB)

  • Large 13-inch 2K IPS display with good brightness (450 nits) and slim bezels
  • Premium build quality with a thin (7mm) metal chassis
  • Long-lasting 10,000mAh battery that can last up to 2 days with moderate use
  • Reliable performance for multitasking and light gaming via the MediaTek Helio G99 Ultimate chipset
  • Generous storage and memory with 256GB internal space and 8GB RAM (expandable)
  • Comprehensive retail package often including a keyboard case

What customers don't like about Itel VistaTab 30 Pro 4G (8GB + 256GB)

  • Slow 18W charging speed takes a long time to fill the large 10,000mAh battery
  • Standard 60Hz refresh rate lacks the smoothness of higher-end tablets
  • Average camera performance, particularly in low-light or moving shots
  • Reported durability issues with the bundled keyboard gift after several months of use
  • Lack of advanced display features such as an anti-glare coating or HDR10 support

Verdict

The itel VistaTab 30 Pro 4G is a productivity-focused tablet featuring a large 13-inch 2K IPS LCD display with a 1920 x 1200 resolution and 450 nits of brightness. It is powered by the MediaTek Helio G99 Ultimate chipset, paired with 8GB of physical RAM (expandable up to 16GB via virtual expansion) and 256GB of internal storage. Key characteristics include a massive 10,000mAh battery supporting 18W fast charging, 4G LTE connectivity with dual SIM support, and a dual-camera system consisting of a 13MP main sensor and an 8MP front-facing lens. Main pros include its expansive screen real estate for multitasking, long battery life rated for up to 25 hours of video playback, and support for professional accessories like a dedicated magnetic keyboard and stylus. However, notable cons include its relatively heavy 689g weight, lower pixel density (approx. 174 ppi) due to the large screen size, and the lack of a 3.5mm headphone jack.

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