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Lenovo IdeaTab S2109 (1GB + 16GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£300RAM capacity:1 GBInternal storage:16 GBScreen size:9.7 inchesChipset:TI OMAP 4430

Lenovo IdeaTab S2109 (1GB + 16GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 10 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Lenovo IdeaTab S2109 (1GB + 16GB)
5.8/10

Overall score

Score
5.8/ 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%

4.8

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

4.8

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 92% 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%

5.8

Overall score

30%

8.9

Price

â–¼Worse than 91%
4.8

Technical score

Technical score
4.8/ 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%

4.0

Performance

20%

4.9

Display

16%

4.4

Camera

14%

4.9

Battery

12%

5.6

Connectivity

8%

6.0

Software

5%

4.6

Design

3%

6.6

Audio

â–¼Worse than 93%
4.8

Reviews score

Reviews score
4.8/ 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
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4.8

Mark 6.9 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

6.7

Average grade

20%

7.7

Popularity

Grades by review (10)
7 reviews: 2 with a printed score, 5 estimated from the review. 3 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 95%
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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
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £300
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.
Other versions:
1GB + 16GB1GB + 8GB1GB + 32GB

What reviewers say about the Lenovo IdeaTab S2109 (1GB + 16GB)

Based on 7 · 3

Reviewers praise the loud, clear sound and light, compact design, but complain about weak battery life, a poor camera and gaming.
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Technical Specifications of tablet Lenovo IdeaTab S2109 (1GB + 16GB)

Technical score
Technical score
4.8/ 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%

4.0

Performance

20%

4.9

Display

16%

4.4

Camera

14%

4.9

Battery

12%

5.6

Connectivity

8%

6.0

Software

5%

4.6

Design

3%

6.6

Audio

4.8
Reviews score
4.8
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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Score components:

70%

5.8

Overall score

30%

8.9

Price

6.8
RAM capacity
1 GB
Market range: <1 GB – >8 GB
This tablet has 1 GB of RAM, which is less than 78% of tablets and equal to 19.1% of tablets.
Process node
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
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
TI OMAP 4430
This tablet runs on TI OMAP 4430, which is less advanced than 68.4% of tablets and equal to 2.1% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Screen resolution
1024×768
This tablet has a 1024×768 screen, which is less sharp than 90.5% of tablets and equal to 2.2% 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
LCD
This tablet uses a LCD display type. 83.1% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
132 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 132 ppi, which is lower than 97.6% of tablets and equal to 0.9% 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
N/A
Front camera megapixels
1.3 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 1.3 MP resolution, which is lower than 80.9% of tablets and equal to 5.4% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
N/A
Optical zoom
N/A
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What reviewers say
Battery capacity
6,720 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 6,720 mAh battery capacity, which is larger than 51.4% of tablets and equal to 0.1% 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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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
580 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 580 g, which is heavier than 70.9% of tablets and equal to 1.1% 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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What reviewers say
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
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

Lenovo IdeaTab S2109 (1GB + 16GB) vs the average tablet

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  • 2 more speakers
    This tablet has more speakers than the average tablet (4 vs 2). The average tablet has 2 speakers.
    4 vs 2
  • Includes anti-reflection coating
    This tablet has anti-reflection coating, the average tablet does not. 24.6% of tablets use anti-reflection coating.
  • Monitors battery health
    This tablet monitors battery health, while the average tablet does not. 36.7% of tablets monitor battery health.
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (TI OMAP 4430 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    TI OMAP 4,430 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 20 nits higher typical brightness
    This tablet has a higher typical brightness than the average tablet (420 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    420 nits vs 400 nits
  • Supports HDMI output
    This tablet supports HDMI output, while the average tablet does not. 49.8% of tablets offer this.
    micro-HDMI port
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (TI OMAP 4430 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    TI OMAP 4,430 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • Includes anti-reflection coating
    This tablet has anti-reflection coating, the average tablet does not. 24.6% of tablets use anti-reflection coating.
  • 20 nits higher typical brightness
    This tablet has a higher typical brightness than the average tablet (420 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    420 nits vs 400 nits
  • Monitors battery health
    This tablet monitors battery health, while the average tablet does not. 36.7% of tablets monitor battery health.
  • Supports HDMI output
    This tablet supports HDMI output, while the average tablet does not. 49.8% of tablets offer this.
    micro-HDMI port
  • 2 more speakers
    This tablet has more speakers than the average tablet (4 vs 2). The average tablet has 2 speakers.
    4 vs 2
  • 6 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (2 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    2 vs 8
  • 31.4% lower review score
    Reviews score
    4.8/ 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
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    4.8

    Mark 6.9 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    6.7

    Average grade

    20%

    7.7

    Popularity

    Grades by review (10)
    7 reviews: 2 with a printed score, 5 estimated from the review. 3 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.
    4.8 vs 7.0
  • 3.7 MP lower front resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution front camera than the average tablet (1.3 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    1.3 MP vs 5 MP
  • No USB-C port
    This tablet does not have a USB Type-C port, while the average tablet does. 54% of tablets have one.
  • 3 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM than the average tablet (1 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    1 GB vs 4 GB
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 31.4% lower review score
    Reviews score
    4.8/ 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
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    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models

    4.8

    Mark 6.9 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    6.7

    Average grade

    20%

    7.7

    Popularity

    Grades by review (10)
    7 reviews: 2 with a printed score, 5 estimated from the review. 3 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.
    4.8 vs 7.0
  • 11.6% worse value for money
    Lenovo IdeaTab S2109 (1GB + 16GB) has worse value for money than the average tablet (6.77 vs 7.6).
    6.77 vs 7.55
  • 6 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (2 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    2 vs 8
  • 3 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM than the average tablet (1 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    1 GB vs 4 GB
  • 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
  • More basic graphics
    This tablet has less advanced graphics than the average tablet (PowerVR SGX540 vs Mali-G51).
    PowerVR SGX540 vs Mali-G51
  • 1,466 MHz slower RAM speed
    This tablet has a lower RAM speed than the average tablet (400 MHz vs 1,866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1,866 MHz.
    400 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 49.7% less memory bandwidth
    This tablet has less memory bandwidth than the average tablet (7.5 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has 14.9 GB/s of memory bandwidth.
    7.5 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • 7 years older
    This tablet was released earlier than the average tablet (2012 vs 2019). The average tablet was released in 2019.
    2012 vs 2019
  • 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 (LCD vs IPS LCD). 0.00% of tablets use the superior display type.
    LCD vs IPS LCD
  • Less sharp display
    This tablet has a less sharp screen than the average tablet (1024×768 vs 1920×1200).
    1,024×768 vs 1,920×1,200
  • 40.3% softer screen detail
    This tablet has softer screen detail than the average tablet (132 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    132 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • 0.4 inches smaller screen
    This tablet has a smaller screen than the average tablet (9.7 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    9.7 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 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
  • 3.7 MP lower front resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution front camera than the average tablet (1.3 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    1.3 MP vs 5 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.
  • No tap-to-focus
    This tablet does not support touch autofocus, while the average tablet does. 83% of tablets support touch autofocus.
  • No HDR photo mode
    This tablet does not have HDR photo mode, the average tablet does. 79.8% of tablets support HDR photo mode.
  • 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 burst mode
    This tablet does not support burst mode, the average tablet does. 60.6% of tablets support burst mode.
  • No backside-illuminated sensor
    This tablet does not have a BSI sensor, while the average tablet does. 52.6% of tablets have a BSI sensor.
  • No timelapse video
    This tablet does not support timelapse video, while the average tablet does. 57.5% of tablets support timelapse video.
  • No fast charging
    This tablet does not support fast charging, while the average tablet does. 56.8% of tablets support fast charging.
  • 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 (3 vs 5).
    3 vs 5
  • 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)
  • 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 Ethernet support
    This tablet does not have Ethernet support, the average tablet does. 76.5% of tablets support Ethernet.
  • Shorter update support
    This tablet offers shorter update support than the average tablet (short vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    short vs medium
  • No split-screen
    This tablet does not support split-screen, the average tablet does. 72.8% of tablets support split-screen.
  • No picture-in-picture mode
    This tablet does not support picture-in-picture, the average tablet does. 61.4% of tablets support picture-in-picture.
  • No camera and mic privacy
    This tablet does not support camera and mic privacy, while the average tablet does. 56.6% of tablets offer this.
  • No 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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    the average tablet
    Lenovo IdeaTab S2109 (1GB + 16GB) 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.
  • No keyboard accessory
    This tablet does not support a keyboard accessory, the average tablet does. 84.2% of tablets support a keyboard accessory.
  • 18.4% heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (580 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    580 g vs 490 g
  • 71.7 mm wider
    This tablet is wider than the average tablet (247 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    247 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • 0.9 mm thicker
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (8.9 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    8.9 mm vs 8 mm
  • 47 mm taller
    This tablet is taller than the average tablet (247 mm vs 200 mm). The average tablet is 200 mm tall.
    247 mm vs 200 mm

Video reviews

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

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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

6.0
cnet.com
✓ explicit
12/07/2012
Lab-tested review · Affordable 9.7-inch tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo IdeaTab S2109 has loud, clear speakers and a comfortable build, but frequent app crashes and a low-res screen keep it behind rivals on value.
6.0
slashgear.com
≈ estimated
10/08/2012
Review · Mid-range 9.7-inch tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo IdeaTab S2109 is a well-built, stock-Android tablet with good speakers and battery life, but its low-resolution screen and lag make it hard to recommend.
5.0
uk.pcmag.com
≈ estimated
09/08/2012
Lab test · Budget Android tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo IdeaTab S2109 is good for home video and loud sound, but its slow chip and pixelated screen make cheaper rivals a better buy.
6.0
liliputing.com
≈ estimated
27/07/2012
Hands-on test · 4:3 Android tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo IdeaTab S2109 suits reading and comics on its 9.7-inch 4:3 screen, but its slower chip trails the Nexus 7 in benchmarks.
7.0
mobiletechreview.com
≈ estimated
29/07/2012
Video review · Android tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo IdeaTab S2109 has a bright, wide-viewing screen and loud speakers, but its older 1GHz chip keeps it from feeling snappy.
5.0
uk.pcmag.com
✓ explicit
09/08/2012
Lab test · Budget Android tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo IdeaTab S2109 is a sturdy, loud tablet with aging parts, and cheaper rivals like the Nexus 7 outperform it in most areas.
5.0
planetared.com
≈ estimated
21/07/2012
Hands-on test · Budget Android tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo IdeaTab S2109 has strong speakers and a comfortable build, but its weak processor and video playback make rivals like the Nexus 7 the better choice.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Lenovo IdeaTab S2109 (1GB + 16GB)

  • Solid build quality with a comfortable, slim unibody design
  • Four SRS surround sound speakers provide loud and clear audio performance
  • Clean, uncluttered Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) interface with minimal bloatware
  • IPS display offers wide viewing angles
  • Responsive accelerometer for quick screen orientation adjustments
  • Micro-HDMI port and microSD card slot for easy expansion

What customers don't like about Lenovo IdeaTab S2109 (1GB + 16GB)

  • Underpowered dual-core processor leads to occasional stutters and lag in demanding apps
  • Low screen resolution (1024x768) results in pixelated text and less vibrant images
  • Unusual 4:3 aspect ratio can cause compatibility issues with some Android apps
  • Lacks a rear-facing camera, offering only a basic 1.3MP front shooter
  • Battery life underperforms manufacturer claims, often lasting only 6-7 hours in real-world tests
  • Perceived as poor value compared to contemporary rivals like the Google Nexus 7 or ASUS Transformer Pad

Verdict

The Lenovo IdeaTab S2109 is a 9.7-inch Android 4.0 tablet featuring a 4:3 aspect ratio IPS display with a resolution of 1024 x 768 pixels and 420 nits of brightness. Internally, it is powered by a 1.0 GHz dual-core TI OMAP 4430 processor paired with 1GB of DDR2 RAM and 16GB of internal storage, expandable via a microSDHC slot. Key features include a lightweight 1.28 lb unibody design, quad SRS surround sound speakers, micro-HDMI and micro-USB ports, and a 1.3MP front-facing camera for video calls. Main pros include its solid build quality, wide viewing angles, and a relatively clean, stock-like Android interface. However, notable cons include an underpowered processor that can lead to occasional stutters, the complete lack of a rear-facing camera, and a lower screen resolution compared to many contemporary competitors.

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