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Lenovo Miix 510 Cellular (8GB + 256GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£790RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:12.2 inchesChipset:Intel Atom Z3735F

Lenovo Miix 510 Cellular (8GB + 256GB) 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.

Lenovo Miix 510 Cellular (8GB + 256GB)
6.6/10

Overall score

Score
6.6/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 65% of models
Score components

35%

6.3

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

6.3

Reviews score

10%

6.0

Sentiment score

▼Worse than 65% of tablets
6.5

Value for money

Value for money
6.5/ 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 96% of models
Score components

70%

6.6

Overall score

30%

6.3

Price

▼Worse than 96%
6.3

Technical score

Technical score
6.3/ 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
▲ Better than 55% of models
Score components

22%

7.5

Performance

20%

5.1

Display

16%

5.6

Camera

14%

5.8

Battery

12%

7.6

Connectivity

8%

6.4

Software

5%

6.0

Design

3%

5.7

Audio

▲Better than 55%
6.3

Reviews score

Reviews score
6.3/ 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 64% of models

6.3

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

80%

7.6

Average grade

20%

8.4

Popularity

Grades by review (21)
14 reviews: 9 with a printed score, 5 estimated from the review. 7 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 64%
?

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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Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.

What reviewers say about the Lenovo Miix 510 Cellular (8GB + 256GB)

Based on 14 · 8

Reviewers praise the strong performance, sturdy kickstand and build, but complain about short battery life, a weak keyboard and poor cooling.
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Technical Specifications of tablet Lenovo Miix 510 Cellular (8GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.3/ 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
▲ Better than 55% of models
Score components:

22%

7.5

Performance

20%

5.1

Display

16%

5.6

Camera

14%

5.8

Battery

12%

7.6

Connectivity

8%

6.4

Software

5%

6.0

Design

3%

5.7

Audio

6.3
Reviews score
6.3
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
6.5/ 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 96% of models
Score components:

70%

6.6

Overall score

30%

6.3

Price

6.5
RAM capacity
8 GB
Market range: <1 GB – >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
14 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 14 nm process, which is smaller than 44.6% of tablets and equal to 8.5% of tablets.
Internal storage
256 GB
Market range: <16 GB – >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
?
Chipset
Intel Atom Z3735F
This tablet runs on Intel Atom Z3735F, which is less advanced than 79.7% of tablets and equal to 0.8% 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
186 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 186 ppi, which is lower than 73.9% of tablets and equal to 0.2% 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
5 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a rear camera with 5 MP resolution, which is lower than 63.7% of tablets and equal to 26% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
2 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 2 MP resolution, which is lower than 53.8% of tablets and equal to 25.5% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
f/2.4
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/2.4, which is narrower than 70% of tablets and equal to 17.5% 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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Battery capacity
5,110 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 5,110 mAh battery capacity, which is smaller than 63.6% of tablets.
Charging speed
45 W
Market range: <10 W – >45 W
This tablet charges at 45 W, which is faster than 83.8% of tablets and equal to 6.7% of tablets.
Battery life
7.5 hours
Market range: <7 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 7.5 hours, which is shorter than that of 84.7% of tablets and equal to that of 0.5% of tablets.
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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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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Operating system
Windows
This tablet uses the Windows operating system, which is less advanced than the one used by 84.2%.
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
no
This tablet does not support direct OS updates. 79.8% 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
880 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 880 g, which is heavier than 96.3% of tablets and equal to 0.2% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
yes
This tablet supports a backlit keyboard. 90.4% 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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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
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
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say

Lenovo Miix 510 Cellular (8GB + 256GB) vs the average tablet

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  • 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
  • 2.1 inches larger screen
    This tablet has a larger screen than the average tablet (12.2 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    12.2 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 2.5x faster charging
    This tablet charges faster than the average tablet (45 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    45 W vs 18 W
  • 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
  • Faster storage type
    This tablet uses SSD storage, while the average tablet uses eMMC. Storage technology still varies widely across tablets.
    SSD vs eMMC
  • Supports DisplayPort over USB-C
    This tablet supports DisplayPort over USB-C, the average tablet does not. 21.3% of tablets support DisplayPort over USB-C.
  • Supports LTE
    This tablet supports LTE, while the average tablet does not. 42.9% of tablets support LTE.
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • Faster storage type
    This tablet uses SSD storage, while the average tablet uses eMMC. Storage technology still varies widely across tablets.
    SSD vs eMMC
  • 2.29x more memory bandwidth
    This tablet has more memory bandwidth than the average tablet (34.1 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has 14.9 GB/s of memory bandwidth.
    34.1 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • Supports multithreading
    This tablet supports multithreading, while the average tablet does not. 9.9% of tablets support multithreading.
  • 20 more GPU execution units
    This tablet has more GPU execution units than the average tablet (24 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    24 vs 4
  • More advanced memory type
    This tablet uses more advanced memory than the average tablet (DDR4 vs LPDDR3).
    DDR4 vs LPDDR3
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Intel Atom Z3735F vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Intel Atom Z3735F vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 2.1 inches larger screen
    This tablet has a larger screen than the average tablet (12.2 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    12.2 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 125 Hz higher PWM dimming frequency
    This tablet has a higher PWM dimming frequency than the average tablet (125 Hz vs 0 Hz). The average tablet has PWM dimming frequency of 0 Hz.
    125 Hz vs 0 Hz
  • 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
  • 2.5x faster charging
    This tablet charges faster than the average tablet (45 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    45 W vs 18 W
  • Monitors battery health
    This tablet monitors battery health, while the average tablet does not. 36.7% of tablets monitor battery health.
  • Supports DisplayPort over USB-C
    This tablet supports DisplayPort over USB-C, the average tablet does not. 21.3% of tablets support DisplayPort over USB-C.
  • Supports LTE
    This tablet supports LTE, while the average tablet does not. 42.9% of tablets support LTE.
  • Faster USB ports
    This tablet has faster USB ports than the average tablet (USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2).
    USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2.0
  • Supports cellular data
    This tablet supports cellular data, while the average tablet does not. 47.4% of tablets offer this.
  • Fingerprint unlocking
    This tablet supports fingerprint unlocking, while the average tablet does not. 16% of tablets offer this.
    Rear-mounted fingerprint scanner.
  • Supports HDMI output
    This tablet supports HDMI output, while the average tablet does not. 49.8% of tablets offer this.
  • Stylus included
    This tablet includes a stylus, while the average tablet does not. 17.2% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports drawing
    This tablet is suitable for drawing, while the average tablet is not. 40% of tablets are suitable for drawing.
  • Includes backlit keyboard
    This tablet has a backlit keyboard, the average tablet does not. 9.6% of tablets offer a backlit keyboard.
  • Supports stylus tilt
    This tablet supports stylus tilt, the average tablet does not. 33.5% of tablets support stylus tilt.
  • 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
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (4 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    4 vs 8
  • 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
  • 3 MP lower front resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution front camera than the average tablet (2 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    2 MP vs 5 MP
  • 2.5 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (7.5 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    7.5 hours vs 10 hours
  • Less advanced operating system
    This tablet runs on a less advanced operating system than the average tablet (Windows vs Android). Operating system choice shapes app support, updates, and ecosystem features.
    Windows vs Android
  • No direct OS updates
    This tablet does not support direct OS updates, while the average tablet does. 79.7% of tablets offer this.
  • No continuous video AF
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • 79.6% heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (880 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    880 g vs 490 g
  • 10.0% lower review score
    Reviews score
    6.3/ 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 64% of models

    6.3

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

    80%

    7.6

    Average grade

    20%

    8.4

    Popularity

    Grades by review (21)
    14 reviews: 9 with a printed score, 5 estimated from the review. 7 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.
    6.3 vs 7.0
  • 3.04x more expensive
    Lenovo Miix 510 Cellular (8GB + 256GB) is more expensive than the average tablet (£790 vs £260).
    £790 vs £260
  • 20.0% lower sentiment score
    6.0 vs 7.5
  • 15.6% worse value for money
    Lenovo Miix 510 Cellular (8GB + 256GB) has worse value for money than the average tablet (6.53 vs 7.6).
    6.53 vs 7.55
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (4 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    4 vs 8
  • 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.
  • 53.8% slower GPU clock
    This tablet runs its GPU slower than the average tablet (300 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet runs its GPU at 650 MHz.
    300 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • More basic graphics
    This tablet has less advanced graphics than the average tablet (Intel HD Graphics vs Mali-G51).
    Intel HD Graphics vs Mali-G51
  • 3 years older
    This tablet was released earlier than the average tablet (2016 vs 2019). The average tablet was released in 2019.
    2016 vs 2019
  • 80 nits lower typical brightness
    This tablet has a lower typical brightness than the average tablet (320 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    320 nits vs 400 nits
  • 15.8% softer screen detail
    This tablet has softer screen detail than the average tablet (186 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    186 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • Less vivid contrast
    This tablet has less contrast than the average tablet (930:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    930:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 1 nits dimmer screen
    This tablet is dimmer than the average tablet (400 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    400 nits vs 401 nits
  • 3 MP lower front resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution front camera than the average tablet (2 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    2 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.
  • 3 MP lower rear resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution rear camera than the average tablet (5 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a rear camera of 8 MP.
    5 MP vs 8 MP
  • 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 timelapse video
    This tablet does not support timelapse video, while the average tablet does. 57.5% of tablets support timelapse video.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This tablet has a narrower main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's main camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • 2.5 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (7.5 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    7.5 hours vs 10 hours
  • 22.6% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a smaller battery capacity than the average tablet (5,110 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    5,110 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • 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
  • 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
  • Less advanced operating system
    This tablet runs on a less advanced operating system than the average tablet (Windows vs Android). Operating system choice shapes app support, updates, and ecosystem features.
    Windows vs Android
  • No direct OS updates
    This tablet does not support direct OS updates, while the average tablet does. 79.7% 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.
  • 79.6% heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (880 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    880 g vs 490 g
  • 1.9 mm thicker
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (9.9 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    9.9 mm vs 8 mm
  • 124.7 mm wider
    This tablet is wider than the average tablet (300 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    300 mm vs 175.3 mm

Video reviews

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

5.0
MeToni E
≈ estimated
14/09/2017
Pros and cons review · everyday use in bed
Verdict
Lenovo Miix 510 Cellular has few pros, and the missing charging indicator and loud fans are the main problems.
8.0
Marcio Atouguia
≈ estimated
15/06/2017
Hands-on review · battery, performance and value tests
Verdict
Lenovo Miix 510 Cellular comes close to the Surface and wins on value, though battery life and heat hold it back.
8.0
HyperDog Digital
≈ estimated
18/04/2017
Hands-on review · daily productivity and battery use
Verdict
Lenovo Miix 510 Cellular is a good productivity tablet, though heavy and awkward on the lap and not built for gaming.
8.0
Teoh Yi Chie
≈ estimated
02/02/2017
Artist review · drawing tests in several apps · pen and keyboard
Verdict
Lenovo Miix 510 Cellular works fine as a sketch pad, though pen jitter can frustrate on diagonal lines.
8.0
Damir Franc
≈ estimated
25/12/2016
Hands-on review · build, heat, noise and battery tests
Verdict
Lenovo Miix 510 Cellular is a good-value alternative to the Surface Pro, with a weak speaker and a fan that runs too often.
9.0
YourTechExplained
≈ estimated
09/03/2017
Review · everyday use and editing tests
Verdict
Lenovo Miix 510 Cellular is a very good two-in-one for everyday use, but not suited to heavy photo and video editing.
6.0
dygadget
≈ estimated
23/01/2017
Hands-on review · heat, weight and hinge tests
Verdict
Lenovo Miix 510 Cellular is liked as a laptop, but heat under load and weight are flaws the creator hopes will improve.
8.0
Teoh Yi Chie
≈ estimated
18/11/2016
First impressions · event pen and drawing test
Verdict
Lenovo Miix 510 Cellular has a responsive pen with little lag and small parallax, though with slight jitter.
9.0
GizmoManiacs
≈ estimated
06/09/2016
First impressions · short hands-on look
Verdict
Lenovo Miix 510 Cellular is a well-built, flexible 2-in-1 and a strong choice for buyers who want a detachable keyboard.
8.0
My Next Tablet
≈ estimated
31/08/2016
First look · press event hands-on and pen tests
Verdict
Lenovo Miix 510 Cellular looks like a great tablet with very good build quality, though the Acer alternative may be slightly better at this price.
Hands-on video, no verdict
Not graded

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
pcmag.com
✓ explicit
21/12/2016
Full review · Midrange 2-in-1
Verdict
The Lenovo Miix 510 is a fast, well-built 2-in-1 with a backlit keyboard cover and both USB ports, but its extra-cost pen and loud fan hold it back.
8.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
15/05/2019
Full review · Surface Pro alternative
Verdict
The Lenovo Miix 510 is a Surface Pro 4 alternative with a bundled keyboard and USB-C, but a flexing keyboard and Full HD screen are its weak points.
8.2
cnet.com
✓ explicit
30/01/2017
Full review · Surface Pro 4 rival
Verdict
The Lenovo Miix 510 is a more affordable Surface Pro 4 rival with a strong pen and backlit keyboard, though loud fans and a tiny Shift key hold it back.
7.0
laptopmag.com
✓ explicit
15/12/2016
Full review · Detachable 2-in-1
Verdict
The Lenovo Miix 510 has a vivid, sharp screen and quick performance, but its 5h 25min battery and cramped keyboard hold it back.
8.0
stuff.tv
✓ explicit
07/05/2017
Full review · Windows 2-in-1
Verdict
The Lenovo Miix 510 is a sturdy, cheaper Surface alternative with a keyboard in the box, but its low-resolution screen and short battery life hold it back.
6.0
laptopmedia.com
≈ estimated
26/06/2017
Lab test · Laptop-style tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo Miix 510 is a laptop-style tablet with a good keyboard, replaceable storage and solid performance, but its constant fan noise and missing display port hold it back.
9.0
lenardgunda.com
≈ estimated
23/01/2017
Hands-on review · Everyday use
Verdict
The Lenovo Miix 510 is a premium-feeling 2-in-1 that works as a tablet or laptop, best for people who consume more content than they create.
7.0
trustedreviews.com
✓ explicit
27/08/2017
Full review · Workhorse convertible
Verdict
The Lenovo Miix 510 is a solid workhorse convertible, but its short battery and fiddly trackpad leave it plain and hard to justify next to rivals.
6.0
expertreviews.co.uk
✓ explicit
21/07/2017
Full review · Surface Pro alternative
Verdict
The Lenovo Miix 510 is a cheaper Surface Pro 4 rival with a keyboard in the box, but a flexing keyboard, jumpy trackpad and dull screen hold it back.
7.0
connect.de
✓ explicit
03/03/2017
Full review · Detachable 2-in-1
Verdict
The Lenovo Miix 510 is a well-built, well-equipped detachable with a SIM slot and a sturdy stand, but its noisy fan and short battery life are the trade-offs.
7.0
chip.de
≈ estimated
27/10/2017
Lab test · Performance focus
Verdict
The Lenovo Miix 510 is a fast, well-equipped detachable whose Core i5 and generous memory suit office work, but its dim screen and short battery life are weak spots.
8.0
krone.at
≈ estimated
10/12/2016
Full review · Budget Surface rival
Verdict
The Lenovo Miix 510 is a sturdy Surface rival with plenty of included accessories and enough power for Windows work, though its battery and glossy screen fall short.
8.5
fwd.nl
✓ explicit
12/01/2017
Hands-on review · Windows hybrid
Verdict
The Lenovo Miix 510 is a smooth Windows hybrid for daily work and streaming, but its short battery, cramped arrow keys and fan noise cost it some comfort.
9.0
computertaal.info
≈ estimated
11/12/2017
Hands-on review · Pen and keyboard
Verdict
The Lenovo Miix 510 is a flexible, strong-performing hybrid for daily work and light games, though its battery and missing memory card slot are weak points.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Lenovo Miix 510 Cellular (8GB + 256GB)

  • Solid laptop-like performance for 2D tasks and light photo/video editing
  • Highly flexible watchband-style kickstand allows for nearly any viewing angle
  • Includes a backlit keyboard cover in the box (unlike many competitors)
  • Bright IPS display with deep blacks and high contrast
  • High-quality build using magnesium and aluminium materials
  • Fast PCIe NVMe SSD storage ensures smooth operation
  • Active Pen offers responsive writing with good palm rejection

What customers don't like about Lenovo Miix 510 Cellular (8GB + 256GB)

  • Subpar battery life (averaging 5–6.5 hours), rarely lasting a full workday
  • Cooling fans can be loud and may spin constantly even during light tasks
  • Lower screen resolution (1920x1200) compared to rivals like the Surface Pro
  • Keyboard cover exhibits noticeable flex and can be uncomfortable for heavy typists
  • Limited I/O ports with only one USB-C and one full-size USB 3.0
  • Small and sometimes inconsistent trackpad performance
  • Display uses low-frequency PWM for brightness, which may cause eye strain for some users

Verdict

The Lenovo Miix 510 Cellular (8GB + 256GB) is a versatile 12.2-inch 2-in-1 Windows tablet featuring a 1920x1200 IPS touchscreen and an iconic stainless steel watchband kickstand that adjusts up to 150°. This model is powered by an Intel Core i5 processor, 8GB of DDR4 RAM, and a fast 256GB PCIe SSD, providing laptop-class performance in a portable 1.25kg chassis (with keyboard). Its main strengths include integrated 4G LTE for on-the-go connectivity, a high-quality detachable backlit keyboard, and USB-C and USB 3.0 ports for modern peripherals. However, common drawbacks include a relatively short battery life of around 5 to 7.5 hours, an occasionally loud cooling fan that may run constantly, and the lack of a dedicated microSD card slot on some variants.

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