Scored using Tablets Methodology v3.0
Tablets Methodology v3.0
Mathematical & Unbiased Scoring
Products in this category are scored under Frontum Tablets Methodology v3.0: the technical score from the specifications is the base, and independent expert and video reviews (up to ±0.5 points), owner opinions (up to ±0.3) and best-of lists (up to +0.3) move it up or down.
Explore Tablets Methodology v3.0

Lenovo Tab 4 8 Plus 4G (4GB + 64GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£180RAM capacity:4 GBInternal storage:64 GBScreen size:8 inchesChipset:Qualcomm Snapdragon 625

Lenovo Tab 4 8 Plus 4G (4GB + 64GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 9 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

6.9/10

Overall score

Score
6.9/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
Score components

35%

6.0

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

8.0

Reviews score

10%

6.0

Sentiment score

â–¼Worse than 51% of tablets
7.7

Value for money

Value for money
7.7/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
Score components

70%

6.9

Overall score

30%

9.6

Price

â–²Better than 57%
6.0

Technical score

Technical score
6.0/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
Score components

22%

5.9

Performance

20%

5.5

Display

16%

6.8

Camera

14%

3.9

Battery

12%

7.4

Connectivity

8%

6.9

Software

5%

6.8

Design

3%

6.0

Audio

â–¼Worse than 53%
8.0

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10

80%

8.1

Average grade

20%

7.6

Popularity

Grades by review (9)
4 reviews: 2 with a printed score, 2 estimated from the review. 5 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–²Better than 60%
?

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

What reviewers say about the Lenovo Tab 4 8 Plus 4G (4GB + 64GB)

Based on 4 · 5

Reviewers like the speakers, performance and fingerprint scanner, but dislike the camera and are split on display and battery.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
Pick a topic to see who said what

What owners say about the Lenovo Tab 4 8 Plus 4G (4GB + 64GB)

Based on 78 owners sharing their experience in online comments

29%positive12%mixed59%negative

Owners like its compact design, speed, and screen, but calling problems, weak updates, and reliability issues frustrate many.

What owners dislike

  • Owners say calling stops working, often after an update, with no call option showing; one uses a Jio calling app instead.6
  • Owners report the enhanced 4G LTE (VoLTE) calling option is missing from settings, even on the Asia model.5
  • Owners report lag and sudden frame-rate drops in some games, such as Minecraft, and Free Fire showing connection errors.5
  • Owners find the 16 GB storage fills quickly, with nearly 9 GB used out of the box, and most apps cannot move to a microSD card.4
  • Owners report it can get stuck on the Lenovo logo or in fastboot after an update or custom ROM flash, with boot loops.4
  • Owners report the screen goes black during dark video scenes, text looks very small due to high resolution, and brightness can be poor.4
  • Owners say Lenovo stopped giving software and security updates, leaving the tablet on Android 7.1 and feeling obsolete.3
  • Owners find scrolling weak and unreliable, as the fling or kinetic scroll needs extra flicks for everyday use.3
  • Owners report microSD cards getting corrupted or damaged in the slot, with some cards failing after only a day of use.3
  • Owners say the speaker sound is poor and distorted, weaker than other tablets they have used.3

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

Loading...
Loading category ranking...

Technical Specifications of tablet Lenovo Tab 4 8 Plus 4G (4GB + 64GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.0/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
Score components:

22%

5.9

Performance

20%

5.5

Display

16%

6.8

Camera

14%

3.9

Battery

12%

7.4

Connectivity

8%

6.9

Software

5%

6.8

Design

3%

6.0

Audio

6.0
Reviews score
8.0
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.7/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
Score components:

70%

6.9

Overall score

30%

9.6

Price

7.7
RAM capacity
4 GB
This tablet has 4 GB of RAM, which is more than 47.2% of tablets and equal to 17.8% of tablets.
Process node
14 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
64 GB
This tablet has 64 GB of internal storage, which is more than 39.1% of tablets and equal to 17% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
?
Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon 625
This tablet runs on Qualcomm Snapdragon 625, which is more advanced than 56.5% of tablets and equal to 0.2% of tablets.
Show more
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
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
283 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 283 ppi, which is higher than 84.4% of tablets and equal to 3% 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.
Show more
What reviewers say
Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical stabilisation. 0.4% of tablets offer this.
Main camera megapixels
8 MP
This tablet has a rear camera with 8 MP resolution, which is higher than 36.4% of tablets and equal to 31.9% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
5 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 5 MP resolution, which is higher than 48.6% of tablets and equal to 19.7% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
f/2.2
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/2.2, which is wider than 30.1% of tablets and equal to 27.3% of tablets.
Optical zoom
1xxx
This tablet has 1xx optical zoom, which is stronger than 18.2% of tablets and equal to 80.9% of tablets.
Show more
What reviewers say
Battery capacity
4,850 mAh
This tablet has 4,850 mAh battery capacity, which is smaller than 73% of tablets and equal to 1.7% of tablets.
Charging speed
10 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
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.
Show more
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.
Show more
What reviewers say
Operating system
Android
This tablet uses the Android operating system, which is more advanced than the one used by 23.2%.
Update support duration
short
This tablet offers short update support, which is shorter than the support period of 52.4% of tablets and equal to that of 47.6% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
yes
This tablet supports direct OS updates. 20.3% of tablets offer this.
On-device AI
no
This tablet does not support on-device AI. 28.3% of tablets support this capability.
App tracking protection
no
This tablet does not support app tracking protection. 28.4% of tablets offer this.
Show more
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
300 g
This tablet weighs 300 g, which is lighter than 94.1% of tablets and equal to 0.3% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.7% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
yes
This tablet supports a keyboard accessory. 15.8% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
N/A
Show more
What reviewers say
Number of microphones
1
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
yes
This tablet supports Dolby Atmos. 68.7% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
2
This tablet includes 2 speakers, which is more than in 9.8% of tablets and equal to the number in 60.8% of tablets.
FM radio
yes
This tablet includes an FM radio. 81.1% of tablets offer this.
Show more
What reviewers say

Lenovo Tab 4 8 Plus 4G (4GB + 64GB) vs the average tablet

246810TotalPerformanceDisplayCameraBatteryConnectivitySoftwareDesignAudio
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • More advanced graphics
    This tablet has more advanced graphics than the average tablet (Adreno 506 vs Mali-G51).
    Adreno 506 vs Mali-G51
  • 28.1% sharper screen detail
    This tablet has sharper screen detail than the average tablet (283 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    283 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • Supports LTE
    This tablet supports LTE, while the average tablet does not. 42.9% of tablets support LTE.
  • 38.8% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (300 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    300 g vs 490 g
  • Supports Dolby Atmos
    This tablet supports Dolby Atmos, the average tablet does not. 31.3% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
  • 92 more GPU execution units
    This tablet has more GPU execution units than the average tablet (96 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    96 vs 4
  • Supports cellular data
    This tablet supports cellular data, while the average tablet does not. 47.4% of tablets offer this.
  • 14.3% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.0/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10

    80%

    8.1

    Average grade

    20%

    7.6

    Popularity

    Grades by review (9)
    4 reviews: 2 with a printed score, 2 estimated from the review. 5 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.
    8.0 vs 7.0
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • More advanced graphics
    This tablet has more advanced graphics than the average tablet (Adreno 506 vs Mali-G51).
    Adreno 506 vs Mali-G51
  • 92 more GPU execution units
    This tablet has more GPU execution units than the average tablet (96 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    96 vs 4
  • 28.1% sharper screen detail
    This tablet has sharper screen detail than the average tablet (283 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    283 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • Supports slow-motion video
    This tablet supports slow-motion recording, while the average tablet does not. 37.3% of tablets support slow-motion recording.
  • Built-in camera flash
    This tablet has a camera flash, while the average tablet does not. 45.5% of tablets have one.
  • Supports LTE
    This tablet supports LTE, while the average tablet does not. 42.9% of tablets support LTE.
  • Supports cellular data
    This tablet supports cellular data, while the average tablet does not. 47.4% of tablets offer this.
  • Fingerprint unlocking
    This tablet supports fingerprint unlocking, while the average tablet does not. 16% of tablets offer this.
    Side-mounted fingerprint scanner.
  • 38.8% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (300 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    300 g vs 490 g
  • 1 mm thinner
    This tablet is thinner than the average tablet (7 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    7 mm vs 8 mm
  • Supports Dolby Atmos
    This tablet supports Dolby Atmos, the average tablet does not. 31.3% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
  • 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.
  • 2.1 inches smaller screen
    This tablet has a smaller screen than the average tablet (8 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    8 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • Less vivid contrast
    This tablet has less contrast than the average tablet (728:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    728:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 26.5% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a smaller battery capacity than the average tablet (4,850 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    4,850 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • 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 manual white balance
    This tablet does not support manual white balance, while the average tablet does. 51.5% of tablets support manual white balance.
  • 54.4% lower multi-core score
    This tablet has a lower multi-core score than the average tablet (862 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in multi-core tests.
    862 points vs 1,891 points
  • 20.0% lower sentiment score
    6.0 vs 7.5
  • 54.4% lower multi-core score
    This tablet has a lower multi-core score than the average tablet (862 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in multi-core tests.
    862 points vs 1,891 points
  • 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.
  • 49.9% 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.
    7.46 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • 2.1 inches smaller screen
    This tablet has a smaller screen than the average tablet (8 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    8 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • Less vivid contrast
    This tablet has less contrast than the average tablet (728:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    728:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 10 nits lower typical brightness
    This tablet has a lower typical brightness than the average tablet (390 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    390 nits vs 400 nits
  • 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.
  • 26.5% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a smaller battery capacity than the average tablet (4,850 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    4,850 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • 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 face recognition
    This tablet does not have face recognition, the average tablet does. 56.4% of tablets support face recognition.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This tablet has an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (4.2 vs 5).
    4.2 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
  • 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 full-page screenshots
    This tablet does not support full-page screenshots, the average tablet does. 53% of tablets support full-page screenshots.
  • 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.
  • 35.3 mm wider
    This tablet is wider than the average tablet (210.6 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    210.6 mm vs 175.3 mm

Video reviews

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

Not graded yet
Not graded yet
Not graded yet
Not graded yet
Not graded yet
Not graded yet
Not graded yet
Not graded yet
Not graded yet
Not graded yet
Not graded yet
Not graded yet

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

9.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
17/10/2017
Full review · Mid-range Android tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo Tab 4 8 Plus is a well-built mid-range Android tablet with loud front speakers and smooth performance, but its colors look muted.
8.0
trustedreviews.com
✓ explicit
25/06/2018
Hands-on test · Compact Android tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo Tab 4 8 Plus is a compact 8-inch tablet that fits a commuter's bag, but its Android 7 software is already out of date.
6.0
expertreviews.co.uk
≈ estimated
18/09/2017
Hands-on test · Budget Android tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo Tab 4 8 Plus is a budget tablet with excellent front speakers and a slim body, but its finicky fingerprint reader and average battery hold it back.
9.0
mediaplayers.gr
≈ estimated
01/06/2018
Hands-on test · Mid-range Android tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo Tab 4 8 Plus is the 8-inch Android tablet to get at its price, with a long-lasting battery, strong speakers and clean stock Android.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Lenovo Tab 4 8 Plus 4G (4GB + 64GB)

  • Vibrant and bright 1920 x 1200 IPS display with good viewing angles
  • Solid performance for multitasking and media consumption via Snapdragon 625 and up to 4GB RAM
  • Premium build quality featuring a sleek glass-on-glass design and metal rim
  • Loud and clear audio from dual front-facing speakers with Dolby Atmos support
  • Convenient and generally fast side-mounted fingerprint sensor integrated into the power button
  • Reliable battery life, often lasting a full day of moderate to heavy usage
  • Clean software experience with minimal bloatware and a near-stock Android UI

What customers don't like about Lenovo Tab 4 8 Plus 4G (4GB + 64GB)

  • Underwhelming camera quality, with grainy and blurry results in low-light conditions
  • Glass-heavy design is fragile and prone to shattering if dropped without a case
  • Slow software updates, with the device often remaining on older versions of Android
  • Fingerprint reader can be finicky or require multiple attempts to register correctly
  • Limited gaming performance for high-end, graphically demanding titles
  • Hybrid SIM slot forces a choice between dual SIM functionality or expandable microSD storage
  • Absence of certain sensors, such as a compass, in some regional 3GB RAM variants

Verdict

The Lenovo Tab 4 8 Plus is a premium mid-range 8-inch tablet featuring a Full HD IPS display (1920 x 1200) protected by dual-glass casing and a metal frame. It is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 octa-core 2.0GHz processor paired with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage, expandable up to 128GB via microSD. Key characteristics include 4G LTE connectivity for mobile data, a side-mounted fingerprint sensor integrated into the power button, dual front-facing speakers with Dolby Atmos, and a 4,850 mAh battery with USB Type-C charging. Main pros are its sharp display, strong multitasking performance for its class, and sleek, portable design. Notable cons include its aging Android software, somewhat undersaturated screen colors, and occasionally inconsistent fingerprint reader reliability.

Compare Lenovo Tab 4 8 Plus 4G (4GB + 64GB) with other tablets

1Product to compare no. 1
VS
2Product to compare no. 2
VS
3Product to compare no. 3 (optional)

Graphic comparison of Lenovo Tab 4 8 Plus 4G (4GB + 64GB) and other tablets

No results found