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Lenovo IdeaTab A2107 WiFi (512MB + 4GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£180RAM capacity:0.5 GBInternal storage:4 GBScreen size:7 inchesChipset:MediaTek MT6575

Lenovo IdeaTab A2107 WiFi (512MB + 4GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 9 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

5.6/10

Overall score

Score
5.6/ 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%

4.4

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

4.4

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 98% of tablets
6.8

Value for money

Value for money
6.8/ 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%

5.6

Overall score

30%

9.6

Price

â–¼Worse than 91%
4.4

Technical score

Technical score
4.4/ 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%

3.7

Performance

20%

3.8

Display

16%

4.8

Camera

14%

3.5

Battery

12%

5.6

Connectivity

8%

6.0

Software

5%

5.5

Design

3%

4.8

Audio

â–¼Worse than 99%
4.4

Reviews score

Reviews score
4.4/ 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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4.4

Mark 6.5 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

6.3

Average grade

20%

7.6

Popularity

Grades by review (9)
7 reviews: 2 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 99%
?

List score

List score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
Not in any best-of list yet
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £180
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.
Other versions:
512MB + 4GB512MB + 16GB1GB + 8GB1GB + 16GB

What reviewers say about the Lenovo IdeaTab A2107 WiFi (512MB + 4GB)

Based on 7 · 2

Reviewers appreciate the sturdy build, expandable storage and mobile connectivity, but almost all find performance slow and the camera weak.
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Technical Specifications of tablet Lenovo IdeaTab A2107 WiFi (512MB + 4GB)

Technical score
Technical score
4.4/ 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%

3.7

Performance

20%

3.8

Display

16%

4.8

Camera

14%

3.5

Battery

12%

5.6

Connectivity

8%

6.0

Software

5%

5.5

Design

3%

4.8

Audio

4.4
Reviews score
4.4
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
6.8/ 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 91% of models
Score components:

70%

5.6

Overall score

30%

9.6

Price

6.8
RAM capacity
0.5 GB
Market range: <1 GB – >8 GB
This tablet has 0.5 GB of RAM, which is less than 97.1% of tablets and equal to 2.6% of tablets.
Process node
40 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 40 nm process, which is larger than 86.9% of tablets and equal to 8% of tablets.
Internal storage
4 GB
Market range: <16 GB – >256 GB
This tablet has 4 GB of internal storage, which is less than 98.5% of tablets and equal to 1.2% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
?
Chipset
MediaTek MT6575
This tablet runs on MediaTek MT6575, which is less advanced than 96.9% of tablets and equal to 0.2% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Screen resolution
1024×600
This tablet has a 1024×600 screen, which is less sharp than 92.8% of tablets and equal to 6.2% of tablets.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >120 Hz
This tablet has a 60 Hz screen, which is smoother than 0.1% of tablets and equal to 73.4% of tablets.
Display type
TFT LCD
This tablet uses a TFT LCD display type. 89.9% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
170 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 170 ppi, which is lower than 76.5% of tablets and equal to 4.7% of tablets.
Display glass type
?
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What reviewers say
Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical stabilisation. 0.4% of tablets offer this.
Main camera megapixels
2 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a rear camera with 2 MP resolution, which is lower than 93.6% of tablets and equal to 5.6% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
0.3 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 0.3 MP resolution, which is lower than 93% of tablets and equal to 7% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
f/2.2
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/2.2, which is wider than 30.1% of tablets and equal to 27.3% 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
3,550 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 3,550 mAh battery capacity, which is smaller than 92.3% of tablets and equal to 0.2% 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
10 hours
Market range: <7 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 10 hours, which is longer than that of 39.1% of tablets and equal to that of 20.5% 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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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
400 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 400 g, which is lighter than 74.5% of tablets and equal to 0.6% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.7% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
no
This tablet does not support a keyboard accessory. 84.3% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
N/A
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Number of microphones
1
Market range: <1 – >3
This tablet has a microphone array of 1, which is more than 0.2% of tablets and equal to 54.8% of tablets.
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this.
Dolby Atmos support
no
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.3% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
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
yes
This tablet includes an FM radio. 81.1% of tablets offer this.
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Lenovo IdeaTab A2107 WiFi (512MB + 4GB) vs the average tablet

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  • 18.4% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (400 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    400 g vs 490 g
  • 53.3 mm narrower
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (122 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    122 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • 75 mm shorter
    This tablet is shorter than the average tablet (125 mm vs 200 mm). The average tablet is 200 mm tall.
    125 mm vs 200 mm
  • 18.4% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (400 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    400 g vs 490 g
  • 53.3 mm narrower
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (122 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    122 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • 75 mm shorter
    This tablet is shorter than the average tablet (125 mm vs 200 mm). The average tablet is 200 mm tall.
    125 mm vs 200 mm
  • 37.1% lower review score
    Reviews score
    4.4/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–¼ Worse than 99% of models

    4.4

    Mark 6.5 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    6.3

    Average grade

    20%

    7.6

    Popularity

    Grades by review (9)
    7 reviews: 2 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.
    4.4 vs 7.0
  • 4.7 MP lower front resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution front camera than the average tablet (0.3 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    0.3 MP vs 5 MP
  • 7 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (1 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    1 vs 8
  • 3.5 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM than the average tablet (0.5 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    0.5 GB vs 4 GB
  • Inferior display type
    This tablet has an inferior display type compared to the average tablet (TFT LCD vs IPS LCD). 0.00% of tablets use the superior display type.
    TFT LCD vs IPS LCD
  • No USB-C port
    This tablet does not have a USB Type-C port, while the average tablet does. 54% of tablets have one.
  • 6 MP lower rear resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution rear camera than the average tablet (2 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a rear camera of 8 MP.
    2 MP vs 8 MP
  • 50% lower CPU speed
    This tablet has a lower CPU speed than the average tablet (1 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    1 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 37.1% lower review score
    Reviews score
    4.4/ 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
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    â–¼ Worse than 99% of models

    4.4

    Mark 6.5 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    6.3

    Average grade

    20%

    7.6

    Popularity

    Grades by review (9)
    7 reviews: 2 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.
    4.4 vs 7.0
  • 11.4% worse value for money
    Lenovo IdeaTab A2107 WiFi (512MB + 4GB) has worse value for money than the average tablet (6.78 vs 7.6).
    6.78 vs 7.55
  • 7 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (1 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    1 vs 8
  • 3.5 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM than the average tablet (0.5 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    0.5 GB vs 4 GB
  • 50% lower CPU speed
    This tablet has a lower CPU speed than the average tablet (1 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    1 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 2.86x larger process node
    This tablet has a larger process node than the average tablet (40 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet is built on 14 nm.
    40 nm vs 14 nm
  • 93.8% less internal storage
    This tablet has less internal storage than the average tablet (4 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    4 GB vs 64 GB
  • More basic graphics
    This tablet has less advanced graphics than the average tablet (PowerVR SGX531 vs Mali-G51).
    PowerVR SGX531 vs Mali-G51
  • 1,333 MHz slower RAM speed
    This tablet has a lower RAM speed than the average tablet (533 MHz vs 1,866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1,866 MHz.
    533 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • 89.3% less memory bandwidth
    This tablet has less memory bandwidth than the average tablet (1.6 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has 14.9 GB/s of memory bandwidth.
    1.6 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • No big.LITTLE architecture
    This tablet does not support big.LITTLE architecture, while the average tablet does. 51.7% of tablets support big.LITTLE architecture.
  • 6 years older
    This tablet was released earlier than the average tablet (2013 vs 2019). The average tablet was released in 2019.
    January 2013
    2013 vs 2019
  • 3 fewer GPU execution units
    This tablet has less GPU execution units than the average tablet (1 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    1 vs 4
  • More basic memory type
    This tablet uses less advanced memory than the average tablet (LPDDR2 vs LPDDR3).
    LPDDR2 vs LPDDR3
  • Inferior display type
    This tablet has an inferior display type compared to the average tablet (TFT LCD vs IPS LCD). 0.00% of tablets use the superior display type.
    TFT LCD vs IPS LCD
  • Less sharp display
    This tablet has a less sharp screen than the average tablet (1024×600 vs 1920×1200).
    1,024×600 vs 1,920×1,200
  • 3.1 inches smaller screen
    This tablet has a smaller screen than the average tablet (7 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    7 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • Less vivid contrast
    This tablet has less contrast than the average tablet (700:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    700:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 23.1% softer screen detail
    This tablet has softer screen detail than the average tablet (170 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    170 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • 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
  • 50 nits lower typical brightness
    This tablet has a lower typical brightness than the average tablet (350 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    350 nits vs 400 nits
  • 4.7 MP lower front resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution front camera than the average tablet (0.3 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    0.3 MP vs 5 MP
  • 6 MP lower rear resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution rear camera than the average tablet (2 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a rear camera of 8 MP.
    2 MP vs 8 MP
  • No continuous video AF
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • Worse main-camera video
    This tablet supports worse main-camera video recording than the average tablet (720x30 fps vs 1080x30 fps). The average tablet supports 1080x30 fps main-camera video recording.
    720x30 fps vs 1080x30 fps
  • No 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.
  • 46.2% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a smaller battery capacity than the average tablet (3,550 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    3,550 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • 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 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
  • Fewer Wi-Fi bands
    This tablet supports fewer Wi-Fi bands than the average tablet (2.4GHz vs 2.4GHz/5GHz). The average tablet supports 2.4GHz/5GHz Wi-Fi bands.
    2.4GHz vs 2.4GHz/5GHz
  • No face recognition
    This tablet does not have face recognition, the average tablet does. 56.4% of tablets support face recognition.
  • Shorter update support
    This tablet offers shorter update support than the average tablet (short vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    short vs medium
  • No 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 multi-user mode
    User score
    8.0/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average of independent expert reviews and videos, graded by us; missing reviews count as 7/10.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how independent test sites and video reviewers rate the product in real use.
    Score distribution
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    Lenovo IdeaTab A2107 WiFi
    the average tablet
    Lenovo IdeaTab A2107 WiFi (512MB + 4GB) does not support multi-user mode, while the average tablet does. 73.8% of tablets offer this.
  • No full-page screenshots
    This tablet does not support full-page screenshots, the average tablet does. 53% of tablets support full-page screenshots.
  • 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 offline voice recognition
    This tablet does not support offline voice recognition, the average tablet does. 76.4% of tablets support offline voice recognition.
  • 3.5 mm thicker
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (11.5 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    11.5 mm vs 8 mm
  • No keyboard accessory
    This tablet does not support a keyboard accessory, the average tablet does. 84.2% of tablets support a keyboard accessory.

Video reviews

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

6.0
ComputerBase
≈ estimated
11/12/2012
Hands-on review · battery life, performance and build tests
Verdict
Lenovo IdeaTab A2107 WiFi offers interesting ideas like dual SIM and expandable storage, but has several drawbacks at this price.
Not graded

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

2.5
cnet.com
✓ explicit
06/02/2013
Hands-on review · Single-core tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo IdeaTab A2107 is hard to recommend, as its sluggish processor and fuzzy screen make even basic tasks unpleasant compared with the Nexus 7.
6.0
wired.com
✓ explicit
26/02/2013
Review · Entry-level 7-inch tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo IdeaTab A2107 feels sturdy and offers two SIM slots, but its slow single-core processor and weak cameras hold it back.
4.0
trustedreviews.com
≈ estimated
03/09/2012
Hands-on review · Compact 7-inch tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo IdeaTab A2107 is light enough to use one-handed on a bus, but laggy navigation and a screen that changes color when tilted hold it back.
5.0
androidheadlines.com
≈ estimated
04/05/2013
Week-long test · Budget tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo IdeaTab A2107 can last a full day with about 40 percent left, but its slow app drawer and weak display hold it back.
6.0
thehindubusinessline.com
≈ estimated
05/02/2013
Real-world test · Entertainment tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo IdeaTab A2107 suits video, games and reading thanks to loud speakers and smooth playback, but choppy menus limit everyday speed.
5.0
chip.de
≈ estimated
31/01/2013
Lab test · 7-inch Android tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo IdeaTab A2107 offers good battery life and 3G, but its dim, glossy screen, slow menus and poor cameras hold it back against rivals in its price range.
5.0
computerbase.de
≈ estimated
11/12/2012
Full review · 7-inch Android tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo IdeaTab A2107 has very good build quality and expandable storage, but its dim, reflective screen and outdated Android make the Nexus 7 the better pick.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Lenovo IdeaTab A2107 WiFi (512MB + 4GB)

  • Affordable entry-level price point
  • Sturdy and robust build quality that feels durable
  • Includes a microSD card slot for expandable storage
  • Features a dual-SIM slot in some variants, allowing for 3G data
  • Good battery life, often lasting a full day of mixed use
  • Compact and lightweight 7-inch form factor suitable for one-handed use

What customers don't like about Lenovo IdeaTab A2107 WiFi (512MB + 4GB)

  • Low-resolution display with poor viewing angles and fuzzy text
  • Sluggish performance from an underpowered 1GHz single-core processor
  • Laggy user interface and slow app loading times
  • Poor quality 2MP rear camera that produces grainy, washed-out images
  • Outdated software (Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich) with no official update to Jelly Bean at launch
  • No native voice calling support on the stock ROM
  • Speakers lack depth and can sound flat or scratchy

Verdict

The Lenovo IdeaTab A2107 WiFi (512MB + 4GB) is a compact 7-inch entry-level tablet featuring a 1024x600 resolution TN display and a 1.0GHz MTK6575 Cortex A9 processor. Key characteristics include 512MB of RAM, 4GB of internal eMMC storage expandable via microSD, and a 3550mAh battery that provides roughly 8 to 10 hours of WiFi browsing. Main pros are its highly portable design, the inclusion of GPS and Bluetooth 4.0, and stereo speakers. However, notable cons include sluggish performance due to the low-powered processor and limited RAM, a dated Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich operating system, and poor screen viewing angles.

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