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Lenovo Miix 520 Cellular (8GB + 256GB) Review | 168 Data compared

Avg. price:~£290RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:12.2 inchesChipset:Intel Atom Z3735F

Lenovo Miix 520 Cellular (8GB + 256GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

6.6

Overall score

Score
6.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best Tablets on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 59% of models
Score components

90%

6.5

Technical score

10%

7.5

User score

â–²Better than 59% of tablets
6.5

Technical score

Technical score
6.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare Tablets based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 59% of models
Score components

22%

8.0

Performance

20%

5.1

Display

16%

6.2

Camera

14%

6.0

Battery

12%

7.7

Connectivity

8%

6.4

Software & Features

5%

5.9

Design

3%

5.5

Audio & Multimedia

â–²Better than 59% of tablets
7.5

User score

User score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

4.7

Number of reviews

Based on 34 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
â–¼Worse than 77% of tablets
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Available versions:
8GB + 256GB
Other versions:
16GB + 512GB
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Technical Specifications of tablet Lenovo Miix 520 Cellular (8GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare Tablets based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 59% of models
Score components:

22%

8.0

Performance

20%

5.1

Display

16%

6.2

Camera

14%

6.0

Battery

12%

7.7

Connectivity

8%

6.4

Software & Features

5%

5.9

Design

3%

5.5

Audio & Multimedia

6.5
User score
User score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

4.7

Number of reviews

Based on 34 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
7.5
Popularity
Popularity
4.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
Popularity:
Lenovo Miix 520 Cellular (8GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 4.7 points, which is higher than 50.5% of Tablets.
4.7
Value for money
Value for money
7.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 56% of models
Score components:

60%

6.6

Overall score

40%

9.0

Price

7.3
RAM capacity
8 GB
RAM capacity
8 GB
â–² Better than 72% of models
Market range: <2 GB – >12 GB
This tablet has a RAM capacity of 8 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 72.3% of tablets and equal to that of 17.8% of tablets.
Process node
14 nm
Process node
14 nm
â–¼ Worse than 46% of models
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 14 nm process node, which is smaller than the node size used in 45% of tablets and equal to the node used in 8.6% of tablets.
Internal storage
256 GB
Internal storage
256 GB
â–² Better than 76% of models
Market range: <0 GB – >250 GB
This tablet has an internal storage capacity of 256 GB which is larger than the storage of 76.5% of tablets and equal to that of 15.7% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
?
Chipset
Intel Atom Z3735F
Chipset
Intel Atom Z3735F
â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
This tablet uses the Intel Atom Z3735F chipset, which is less advanced than the chipsets in 79.7% of tablets and equal to those in 0.8% of tablets.
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Screen resolution
1920×1200
Screen resolution
1920×1200
â–¼ Worse than 42% of models
This tablet has a screen resolution of 1920×1200 which is higher than that of 39.2% of tablets and equal to that of 18.8% of tablets.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Refresh rate
60 Hz
â–¼ Worse than 26% of models
Market range: <60 Hz – >120 Hz
This tablet supports a refresh rate of 60 Hz which is equal to that in 73.8% of tablets.
Display type
IPS LCD
Display type
IPS LCD
â–² Better than 17% of models
This tablet uses a IPS LCD display type. 17% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
186 ppi
Pixel density
186 ppi
â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 186 ppi which is lower than that of 73.9% of tablets and equal to that of 0.2% of tablets.
Display glass type
Corning Gorilla Glass
Display glass type
Corning Gorilla Glass
â–² Better than 45% of models
This tablet uses Corning Gorilla Glass display glass which is stronger than that on 45.4% of tablets and equal to that on 32.7% of tablets.
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Optical image stabilization
no
Optical image stabilization
no
Category Benchmark
This tablet does not support optical image stabilization. 0.4% of tablets include OIS.
Main camera megapixels
5 MP
Main camera megapixels
5 MP
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a main camera resolution of 5 MP which is lower than that of 63.6% of tablets and equal to that of 26% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
5 MP
Front camera megapixels
5 MP
â–² Better than 49% of models
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera resolution of 5 MP which is higher than in 48.8% of tablets and equal to that in 19.6% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
f/2.2
Main camera aperture
f/2.2
â–¼ Worse than 43% of models
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/2.2 which is wider than that of 30.2% of tablets and equal to that of 27.3% of tablets.
Optical zoom
1xxx
Optical zoom
1xx
â–² Better than 18% of models
This tablet supports 1xx optical zoom which is higher than in 18.4% of tablets and equal to that in 80.7% of tablets.
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Battery capacity
5,110 mAh
Battery capacity
5,110 mAh
â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has a battery capacity of 5,110 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 63.3% of tablets.
Charging speed
45 W
Charging speed
45 W
â–² Better than 84% of models
Market range: <10 W – >60 W
This tablet supports charging speeds of 45 W which is faster than in 83.8% of tablets and equal to speeds in 6.7% of tablets.
Battery life
8 hours
Battery life
8 hours
â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
Market range: <6 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 8 hours, which is shorter than that of 72.2% of tablets and equal to that of 11.9% of tablets.
Wireless charging
no
Wireless charging
no
â–¼ Worse than 2% of models
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets support wireless charging.
Fast charging
yes
Fast charging
yes
â–² Better than 50% of models
This tablet supports fast charging. 50.4% of tablets support fast charging.
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LTE support
yes
LTE support
yes
â–² Better than 37% of models
This tablet supports LTE. 36.8% of tablets include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Category Benchmark
This tablet supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 0.2% of tablets offer Wi-Fi support.
GPS
yes
GPS
yes
â–² Better than 17% of models
This tablet supports GPS. 17.3% of tablets include GPS functionality.
5G connectivity
no
5G connectivity
no
â–¼ Worse than 11% of models
This tablet does not support 5G connectivity. 11.1% of tablets support 5G.
NFC
no
NFC
no
â–¼ Worse than 11% of models
This tablet does not support NFC. 10.9% of tablets support NFC.
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Operating system
Windows
Operating system
Windows
â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
This tablet uses the Windows operating system, which is less advanced than the one used by 84.1%.
Update support duration
short
Update support duration
short
â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
This tablet offers short update support, which is shorter than the support period of 52.7% of tablets and equal to that of 47.3% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
no
Direct OS updates
no
â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
This tablet does not receive direct OS updates. 79.7% of tablets receive direct updates.
On-device AI
no
On-device AI
no
â–¼ Worse than 28% of models
This tablet does not support on-device AI. 28.3% of tablets support this capability.
App tracking protection
no
App tracking protection
no
â–¼ Worse than 28% of models
This tablet does not include app tracking protection. 28.3% of tablets include app tracking protection.
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IP rating
not rated
IP rating
not rated
â–¼ Worse than 16% of models
This tablet has an IP rating of not rated which is lower than that of 16.3% of tablets and equal to that of 83.7% of tablets.
Weight
880 g
Weight
880 g
â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 880 g which is heavier than 96.3% of tablets and equal to the weight of 0.2% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
yes
Backlit keyboard
yes
★ Better than 90% of models
This tablet supports a backlit keyboard. 90.3% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
yes
Keyboard accessory
yes
â–² Better than 16% of models
This tablet supports a keyboard accessory. 15.8% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
N/A
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Number of microphones
?
aptX Adaptive
no
aptX Adaptive
no
â–¼ Worse than 7% of models
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this codec.
Dolby Atmos support
no
Dolby Atmos support
no
â–¼ Worse than 31% of models
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.5% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
2
N. of speakers
2
â–¼ Worse than 29% of models
Market range: <1 – >6
This tablet includes 2 speakers, which is more than in 9.8% of tablets and equal to the number in 60.9% of tablets.
FM radio
no
FM radio
no
â–¼ Worse than 19% of models
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer FM radio functionality.
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Lenovo Miix 520 Cellular (8GB + 256GB) vs the average tablet

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  • 4x more storage
    Internal storage
    256 GB
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >250 GB
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (256 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet provides 64 GB of internal storage.
    256 GB vs 64 GB
  • 2.5x faster charging speed
    Charging speed
    45 W
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <10 W – >60 W
    This tablet supports faster charging than the average tablet (45 W vs 18 W). The average tablet supports charging speed of 18 W.
    45 W vs 18 W
  • 2.1 inches larger screen size
    Screen size
    12.2 inches
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <7 inches – >12 inches
    This tablet has a higher screen size than the average tablet (12.2 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet has screen size of 10.1 inches.
    12.2 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 4 GB more RAM
    RAM capacity
    8 GB
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    Market range: <2 GB – >12 GB
    This tablet has more RAM capacity 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
    Storage type
    SSD
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    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
    DisplayPort over USB-C
    yes
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This tablet supports DisplayPort over USB-C, the average tablet does not. 21.5% of tablets support DisplayPort over USB-C.
  • Supports fast charging
    Fast charging
    yes
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This tablet supports fast charging, the average tablet does not. 49.7% of tablets feature fast charging.
  • Wider front camera aperture
    Front camera aperture
    f/2.0
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    This tablet has a better front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 front camera aperture.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • 4x more storage
    Internal storage
    256 GB
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >250 GB
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (256 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet provides 64 GB of internal storage.
    256 GB vs 64 GB
  • 4 GB more RAM
    RAM capacity
    8 GB
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    Market range: <2 GB – >12 GB
    This tablet has more RAM capacity 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
    Storage type
    SSD
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    This tablet uses SSD storage, while the average tablet uses eMMC. Storage technology still varies widely across tablets.
    SSD vs eMMC
  • 2.29x higher memory bandwidth
    Memory bandwidth
    34.1 GB/s
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <4.26 GB/s – >60 GB/s
    This tablet has a higher memory bandwidth than the average tablet (34.1 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has memory bandwidth of 14.9 GB/s.
    34.1 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • Supports multithreading
    Multithreading
    yes
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    This tablet supports multithreading, the average tablet does not. 0.00% of tablets support multithreading.
  • 20 more GPU execution units
    GPU execution units
    24
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <2 – >24
    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
  • 2 more CPU threads
    CPU threads
    8
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    Market range: <2 – >12
    This tablet has more CPU threads than the average tablet (8 vs 6). The average tablet has 6 CPU threads.
    8 vs 6
  • Newer DDR memory version
    DDR memory version
    DDR4
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This tablet supports a newer DDR version than the average tablet (DDR4 vs LPDDR3). The average DDR version is LPDDR3.
    DDR4 vs LPDDR3
  • More capable chipset
    Chipset
    Intel Atom Z3735F
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    This tablet uses the Intel Atom Z3735F chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    Intel Atom Z3735F vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 2.1 inches larger screen size
    Screen size
    12.2 inches
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <7 inches – >12 inches
    This tablet has a higher screen size than the average tablet (12.2 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet has screen size of 10.1 inches.
    12.2 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 200 Hz higher PWM dimming frequency
    PWM dimming frequency
    200 Hz
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    Market range: <0 Hz – >2.9k Hz
    This tablet has a higher PWM dimming frequency than the average tablet (200 Hz vs 0 Hz). The average tablet has PWM dimming frequency of 0 Hz.
    200 Hz vs 0 Hz
  • Wider front camera aperture
    Front camera aperture
    f/2.0
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    This tablet has a better front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 front camera aperture.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • 2.5x faster charging speed
    Charging speed
    45 W
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <10 W – >60 W
    This tablet supports faster charging than the average tablet (45 W vs 18 W). The average tablet supports charging speed of 18 W.
    45 W vs 18 W
  • Supports fast charging
    Fast charging
    yes
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This tablet supports fast charging, the average tablet does not. 49.7% of tablets feature fast charging.
  • Includes battery health monitoring
    Battery health monitoring
    yes
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    This tablet features battery health monitoring, the average tablet does not. 37% of tablets include battery health tools.
  • Supports DisplayPort over USB-C
    DisplayPort over USB-C
    yes
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This tablet supports DisplayPort over USB-C, the average tablet does not. 21.5% of tablets support DisplayPort over USB-C.
  • Newer USB version
    USB version
    USB 3.2 Gen 1
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    This tablet supports a newer USB version than the average tablet (USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2). The average tablet uses USB USB 2.0.
    USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2.0
  • Includes fingerprint scanner
    Fingerprint scanner
    yes
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    This tablet offers a better fingerprint scanner setup than the average tablet (yes vs no). Fingerprint scanner quality still varies a lot between tablets.
    Rear-mounted fingerprint scanner.
  • Includes stylus
    Stylus included
    yes
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    This tablet includes a stylus, the average tablet does not. 16.9% of tablets come with a stylus.
  • Suitable for drawing
    Suitable for drawing
    yes
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    This tablet is suitable for drawing, the average tablet is not. 41% of tablets are suitable for drawing.
  • Includes backlit keyboard
    Backlit keyboard
    yes
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    This tablet has a backlit keyboard, the average tablet does not. 9.8% of tablets offer a backlit keyboard.
  • Supports stylus tilt
    Stylus tilt support
    yes
    â–² Better than 66% of models
    This tablet supports stylus tilt, the average tablet does not. 33.6% of tablets support stylus tilt.
  • Shorter update support
    Update support duration
    short
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    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
    Operating system
    Windows
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    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
  • Does not receive direct OS updates
    Direct OS updates
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    This tablet does not support direct OS updates, the average tablet does. 79.7% of tablets support direct OS updates.
  • No continuous video AF
    Continuous autofocus in video
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • 2 hours shorter battery life
    Battery life
    8 hours
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    Market range: <6 hours – >16 hours
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (8 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    8 hours vs 10 hours
  • 79.6% heavier
    Weight
    880 g
    â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
    Market range: <315 g – >730 g
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (880 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    880 g vs 490 g
  • 3 MP lower main camera megapixels
    Main camera megapixels
    5 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
    This tablet has a lower-resolution main camera than the average tablet (5 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a 8 MP main camera.
    5 MP vs 8 MP
  • Older Wi-Fi version
    Wi-Fi version
    Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    This tablet uses an older Wi-Fi version than the average tablet (Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)). The average tablet uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac).
    Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
  • 7.3% lower user score
    User score
    7.5/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
    ▼▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Lenovo Miix 520 Cellular
    the average tablet
    Lenovo Miix 520 Cellular (8GB + 256GB) has a lower user score than the average tablet (7.45 vs 8.000).
    7.45 vs 8
  • No big.LITTLE architecture
    big.LITTLE Architecture
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This tablet does not use a big.LITTLE architecture, the average tablet does. 51.3% of tablets use a big.LITTLE architecture.
  • Worse GPU
    GPU model
    Intel HD Graphics
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    This tablet uses the Intel HD Graphics GPU, while the average tablet uses the stronger Mali-G51. GPU choice is one of the main performance differences between tablets.
    Intel HD Graphics vs Mali-G51
  • Lower contrast ratio
    Contrast ratio
    686:1
    â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
    This tablet has a lower contrast ratio than the average tablet (686:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    686:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 17% lower pixel density
    Pixel density
    186 ppi
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
    This tablet has a lower pixel density than the average tablet (186 ppi vs 224 ppi). The average tablet has pixel density of 224 ppi.
    186 ppi vs 224 ppi
  • 45 nits lower typical brightness
    Typical brightness
    355 nits
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    Market range: <300 nits – >600 nits
    This tablet has a lower typical brightness than the average tablet (355 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    355 nits vs 400 nits
  • 35 ppi lower screen sharpness
    Screen sharpness
    186 ppi
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
    This tablet has a lower screen sharpness than the average tablet (186 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has screen sharpness of 221 ppi.
    186 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • 1 nits lower peak brightness
    Peak brightness
    400 nits
    â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
    Market range: <320 nits – >750 nits
    This tablet has a lower peak brightness than the average tablet (400 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits peak brightness.
    400 nits vs 401 nits
  • No continuous video AF
    Continuous autofocus in video
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • 3 MP lower main camera megapixels
    Main camera megapixels
    5 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
    This tablet has a lower-resolution main camera than the average tablet (5 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a 8 MP main camera.
    5 MP vs 8 MP
  • No manual white balance
    Manual white balance
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
    This tablet does not allow manual white balance adjustments, the average tablet does. 51.6% of tablets include white balance controls.
  • No burst mode
    Serial shot / Burst mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This tablet does not support burst mode, the average tablet does. 60.5% of tablets support burst mode.
  • No timelapse video
    Timelapse video
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    This tablet does not support timelapse video, the average tablet does. 57.5% of tablets include timelapse modes.
  • 2 hours shorter battery life
    Battery life
    8 hours
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    Market range: <6 hours – >16 hours
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (8 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    8 hours vs 10 hours
  • 22.3% smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    5,110 mAh
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
    This tablet has a lower battery capacity than the average tablet (5110 mAh vs 6580 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6580 mAh.
    5,110 mAh vs 6,580 mAh
  • Older Wi-Fi version
    Wi-Fi version
    Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    This tablet uses an older Wi-Fi version than the average tablet (Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)). The average tablet uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac).
    Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
  • Older Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    4.1
    â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
    This tablet uses an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (4.1 vs 5). The average tablet uses Bluetooth 5.0.
    4.1 vs 5.0
  • Shorter update support
    Update support duration
    short
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    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
    Operating system
    Windows
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    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
  • Does not receive direct OS updates
    Direct OS updates
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    This tablet does not support direct OS updates, the average tablet does. 79.7% of tablets support direct OS updates.
  • No full-page screenshots
    Full-page screenshots
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This tablet does not support full-page screenshots, the average tablet does. 52.5% of tablets support full-page screenshots.
  • 79.6% heavier
    Weight
    880 g
    â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
    Market range: <315 g – >730 g
    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
    Thickness
    9.9 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
    Market range: <6.1 mm – >11.5 mm
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (9.9 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8.0 mm thick.
    9.9 mm vs 8.0 mm
  • 124.7 mm wider
    Width
    300.0 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
    Market range: <123.8 mm – >274 mm
    This tablet is wider than the average tablet (300 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    300.0 mm vs 175.3 mm

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mynexttablet.com
06/03/2018
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cnet.com
04/02/2018
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Lenovo's Miix 520 is a Surface Pro clone with a longer battery
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pcworld.com
03/01/2018
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gottabemobile.com
29/12/2017
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Lenovo Miix 520 Review: Less Money, More Problems
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pcmag.com
19/12/2017
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windowscentral.com
11/12/2017
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Lenovo Miix 520 review: Blazing performance, sorely lacking battery life
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notebookcheck.net
10/12/2017
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spikedmcgrath.com
13/05/2019
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Lenovo Miix 520: Artist's review Quick questions if you have time: Was the specific format correct?Need more specific LTE details?
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review-hub.co.uk
10/03/2018
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Lenovo Miix 520 Review - Microsoft Surface Pro Killer?
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notebookcheck.net
20/02/2018
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techaeris.com
18/02/2018
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Lenovo Miix 520 review: A 2-in-1 laptop tablet hybrid that builds on last year's model
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uk.pcmag.com
19/12/2017
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winfuture.de
13/03/2018
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Lenovo MIIX 520 im Test: So gut ist der Surface-Pro-Konkurrent
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cnetfrance.fr
16/02/2018
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Test du Lenovo Miix 520: le meilleur clone de la Microsoft Surface Pro
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notebookcheck.nl
10/12/2017
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Kort testrapport Lenovo Miix 520 (i5-8250U, FHD) Convertible
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spikedmcgrath.com
13/05/2019
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Based on 34 buyer reviews from online shops.
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What we like about Lenovo Miix 520 Cellular (8GB + 256GB)

  • Excellent value for money, typically including the keyboard and Active Pen 2 in the box.
  • Strong quad-core 8th-gen Intel performance that handles multitasking and creative apps like Photoshop effectively.
  • Sturdy and flexible watchband-style kickstand that allows for multiple viewing angles up to 150 degrees.
  • High-quality, responsive typing experience with a backlit keyboard cover.
  • LTE connectivity option provides reliable on-the-go internet access.
  • Active Pen 2 offers great pressure sensitivity and accuracy for artists and note-takers.

What we don't like about Lenovo Miix 520 Cellular (8GB + 256GB)

  • Short battery life, with many users reporting only 4 to 6 hours of real-world usage.
  • Frequent and audible fan noise, even during relatively light tasks.
  • The device can get uncomfortably hot under heavy load, particularly on the back.
  • Poor trackpad quality, often described as too small and occasionally jumpy or unresponsive.
  • Poorly designed pen holder that blocks the USB-A port and partially obstructs other ports when in use.
  • Screen brightness and resolution, while adequate, fall short of premium competitors like the Surface Pro or iPad Pro.

Verdict

The Lenovo Miix 520 Cellular is a versatile 12.2-inch Windows 2-in-1 detachable that features an 8th Gen Intel Core i5 or i7 quad-core processor, 8GB of DDR4 RAM, and a fast 256GB PCIe SSD. Its 1920x1200 IPS touchscreen offers crisp visuals and is supported by a sturdy stainless-steel watchband kickstand that adjusts up to 150 degrees, while integrated 4G LTE connectivity ensures productivity on the go. Main pros include its laptop-class performance, the inclusion of the backlit keyboard and Lenovo Active Pen 2 as standard accessories, and a lightweight aluminum alloy design weighing approximately 1.2kg with the keyboard attached. However, notable cons include relatively short battery life (averaging 6–7 hours), audible fan noise under heavy processing loads, and a pen holder design that physically blocks access to essential ports when in use.

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