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Lenovo Tab M10 FHD LTE (3GB + 32GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£160RAM capacity:3 GBInternal storage:32 GBScreen size:10.1 inchesChipset:Qualcomm Snapdragon 450

Lenovo Tab M10 FHD LTE (3GB + 32GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 1 expert reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Lenovo Tab M10 FHD LTE (3GB + 32GB)
6.3/10

Overall score

Score
6.3/ 10
✕
What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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Score components

35%

5.8

Technical score

30%

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

25%

5.8

Reviews score

10%

5.8

Sentiment score

â–¼Worse than 77% of tablets
7.3

Value for money

Value for money
7.3/ 10
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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%

6.3

Overall score

30%

9.7

Price

â–¼Worse than 67%
5.8

Technical score

Technical score
5.8/ 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%

5.7

Performance

20%

5.0

Display

16%

6.3

Camera

14%

3.2

Battery

12%

7.2

Connectivity

8%

8.0

Software

5%

6.7

Design

3%

6.8

Audio

â–¼Worse than 61%
5.8

Reviews score

Reviews score
5.8/ 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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5.8

Mark 7.3 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

7.9

Average grade

20%

5.0

Popularity

Grades by review (1)
1 review, with a printed score. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 72%
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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

What owners say about the Lenovo Tab M10 FHD LTE (3GB + 32GB)

Based on 149 owners sharing their experience in online comments

39%positive11%mixed50%negative

Owners value the sharp screen and affordable build, but frequent lag and limited HD streaming cause the most frustration.

What owners dislike

  • Owners report it runs slowly, with apps taking long to open and freezing or lagging, especially when several apps are open or after the Android 10 update.24
  • Owners say Netflix only plays in standard definition on this tablet, because it lacks the Widevine L1 certification needed for HD.11
  • Owners say heavier games lag or run at low frame rates, and some titles do not install or are unsupported, with weak performance in games like Roblox and Fortnite.10
  • Owners say the battery drains quickly, sometimes lasting under two hours, and it charges slowly without fast charging support.7
  • Owners say the bundled pen does not pair with the tablet, and the official Active Pen models are not compatible with it, so buyers struggle to find a working stylus.7
  • Owners say apps crash or close unexpectedly, and some report the tablet restarting by itself during video playback.7
  • Owners report screen defects soon after buying, including light bleeding at the edges, white lines appearing, or the display not switching on.6
  • Owners say the built-in speaker sounds weak and treble-heavy, with poor audio through the headphone jack and a volume scale that is too loud at its lowest setting.6
  • Owners say Lenovo updates arrive slowly, and the Android 10 update caused bugs, lag and a broken smart cover function.5
  • Owners say photos from the front and rear cameras look poor, with a green tint and flicker, though some found video calls adequate.4

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

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Ranked #960 of 1,179 models in Tablets (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of tablet Lenovo Tab M10 FHD LTE (3GB + 32GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.8/ 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%

5.7

Performance

20%

5.0

Display

16%

6.3

Camera

14%

3.2

Battery

12%

7.2

Connectivity

8%

8.0

Software

5%

6.7

Design

3%

6.8

Audio

5.8
Reviews score
5.8
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.3/ 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%

6.3

Overall score

30%

9.7

Price

7.3
RAM capacity
3 GB
This tablet has 3 GB of RAM, which is less than 52.9% of tablets and equal to 8.4% 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
32 GB
This tablet has 32 GB of internal storage, which is less than 60.9% of tablets and equal to 17.9% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
?
Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon 450
This tablet runs on Qualcomm Snapdragon 450, which is more advanced than 55% of tablets and equal to 0.6% of tablets.
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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
224 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 224 ppi, which is higher than 50.1% of tablets and equal to 11.5% of tablets.
Display glass type
Tempered Glass
This tablet protects its screen with Tempered Glass, which is less durable than 78% of tablets and the same as 19.6% of tablets.
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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/2.0
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/2.0, which is wider than 57.4% of tablets and equal to 24.7% 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
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
8 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.
web browsing
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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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
Android
This tablet uses the Android operating system, which is more advanced than the one used by 23.2%.
Update support duration
medium
This tablet offers medium update support, which is longer than the support period of 47.6% of tablets and equal to that of 32.4% 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
460 g
This tablet weighs 460 g, which is lighter than 62.3% of tablets and equal to 2.5% 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
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Number of microphones
2
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
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.
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Lenovo Tab M10 FHD LTE (3GB + 32GB) vs the average tablet

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  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Qualcomm Snapdragon 450 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 450 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
  • Supports LTE
    This tablet supports LTE, while the average tablet does not. 42.9% of tablets support LTE.
  • Supports manual ISO
    This tablet supports manual ISO, while the average tablet does not. 45.9% of tablets support manual ISO.
  • Supports Dolby Atmos
    This tablet supports Dolby Atmos, the average tablet does not. 31.3% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
  • Supports cellular data
    This tablet supports cellular data, while the average tablet does not. 47.4% of tablets offer this.
  • 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
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This tablet has a wider main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's main camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Qualcomm Snapdragon 450 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 450 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
  • Supports manual ISO
    This tablet supports manual ISO, while the average tablet does not. 45.9% of tablets support manual ISO.
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This tablet has a wider main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's main camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • 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.
  • 6.1% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (460 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    460 g vs 490 g
  • Supports Dolby Atmos
    This tablet supports Dolby Atmos, the average tablet does not. 31.3% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
  • 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
  • No fast charging
    This tablet does not support fast charging, while the average tablet does. 56.8% of tablets support fast charging.
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This tablet has a narrower front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.8 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's front camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.8 vs f/2.2
  • No continuous video AF
    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
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (8 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    web browsing
    8 hours vs 10 hours
  • Less durable glass
    This tablet has less durable glass than the average tablet (Tempered Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass). The average tablet uses Corning Gorilla Glass.
    Tempered Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • No tap-to-focus
    This tablet does not support touch autofocus, while the average tablet does. 83% of tablets support touch autofocus.
  • 17.1% lower review score
    Reviews score
    5.8/ 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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    5.8

    Mark 7.3 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    7.9

    Average grade

    20%

    5.0

    Popularity

    Grades by review (1)
    1 review, with a printed score. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    5.8 vs 7.0
  • No manual exposure control
    This tablet does not support manual exposure, while the average tablet does. 63.6% of tablets support manual exposure.
  • 17.1% lower review score
    Reviews score
    5.8/ 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
    â–¼
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    5.8

    Mark 7.3 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    7.9

    Average grade

    20%

    5.0

    Popularity

    Grades by review (1)
    1 review, with a printed score. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    5.8 vs 7.0
  • 22.7% lower sentiment score
    5.8 vs 7.5
  • 3.3% worse value for money
    Lenovo Tab M10 FHD LTE (3GB + 32GB) has worse value for money than the average tablet (7.31 vs 7.6).
    7.31 vs 7.55
  • 59.7% lower multi-core score
    This tablet has a lower multi-core score than the average tablet (762 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in multi-core tests.
    762 points vs 1,891 points
  • 50% less internal storage
    This tablet has less internal storage than the average tablet (32 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    32 GB vs 64 GB
  • 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
  • 1 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM than the average tablet (3 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    3 GB vs 4 GB
  • 10% lower CPU speed
    This tablet has a lower CPU speed than the average tablet (1.8 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    1.8 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 2 fewer GPU execution units
    This tablet has less GPU execution units than the average tablet (2 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    2 vs 4
  • Less durable glass
    This tablet has less durable glass than the average tablet (Tempered Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass). The average tablet uses Corning Gorilla Glass.
    Tempered Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This tablet has a narrower front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.8 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's front camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.8 vs f/2.2
  • 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 manual exposure control
    This tablet does not support manual exposure, while the average tablet does. 63.6% of tablets support manual exposure.
  • No fast charging
    This tablet does not support fast charging, while the average tablet does. 56.8% of tablets support fast charging.
  • 2 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (8 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    web browsing
    8 hours vs 10 hours
  • 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 Ethernet support
    This tablet does not have Ethernet support, the average tablet does. 76.5% of tablets support Ethernet.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This tablet has an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (4.2 vs 5).
    4.2 vs 5
  • 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.

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

7.7
notebookcheck.net
✓ explicit
28/01/2019
Lab test · Budget Android tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo Tab M10 FHD LTE is a budget tablet whose GPS is accurate enough for everyday navigation, but weak cameras and dropping Wi-Fi speeds let it down.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Lenovo Tab M10 FHD LTE (3GB + 32GB)

  • Premium full-metal body and sleek design that feels more expensive than it is
  • Sharp Full HD (1920 x 1200) IPS display with good color reproduction and viewing angles
  • Dual speakers with Dolby Atmos provide clear and loud audio for movies and streaming
  • LTE connectivity allows for mobile data and calling capabilities on the go
  • Dedicated Kids Mode/Google Kids Space makes it an excellent choice for families
  • Lightweight and portable form factor, easy to carry in small bags
  • Good value for money for basic tasks like web browsing and reading ebooks

What customers don't like about Lenovo Tab M10 FHD LTE (3GB + 32GB)

  • Middling performance with frequent lagging, stuttering, and slow app opening times
  • Limited 2GB/3GB RAM in base models often leads to poor multitasking and app crashes
  • Slow charging times, typically taking 3 to 4 hours to reach a full charge with the included 10W adapter
  • Inadequate for high-end gaming; 3D intensive games like Genshin Impact are unplayable
  • Mediocre camera quality that produces noisy images, suitable only for basic video calls
  • Lack of regular software and security updates from Lenovo
  • Occasional WiFi connectivity issues and dropping signals reported by some users

Verdict

The Lenovo Tab M10 FHD LTE is a budget-friendly 10.1-inch tablet featuring a Full HD IPS display with 1920 x 1200 resolution and a 16:10 aspect ratio. This specific model is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 450 octa-core processor paired with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage, which is expandable up to 256GB via a microSD card slot. Its key characteristics include a slim 8.1mm profile, dual front-facing speakers with Dolby Atmos support, and a 4850 mAh battery that provides roughly 8 hours of video playback. The main pros of this device are its crisp FHD screen, 4G LTE connectivity for on-the-go access, and a dedicated 'Kids Mode' for family sharing. However, notable cons include its aging Android 8.1 Oreo software, mediocre camera performance in low light, and a processor that may struggle with demanding games or heavy multitasking.

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