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Lenovo Tab M8 HD 4G (2GB + 16GB) Review | 168 Data compared

Avg. price:~£120RAM capacity:2 GBInternal storage:16 GBScreen size:8 inchesChipset:MediaTek Helio A22

Lenovo Tab M8 HD 4G (2GB + 16GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Lenovo Tab M8 HD 4G (2GB + 16GB)
5.9/10

Overall score

Score
5.9/ 10
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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.
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Score components

90%

5.5

Technical score

10%

8.8

User score

▼Worse than 62% of tablets
7.1

Value for money

Value for money
7.1/ 10
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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
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Score components

70%

5.9

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

▼Worse than 52%
5.5

Technical score

Technical score
5.5/ 10
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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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Score components

22%

4.3

Performance

20%

4.6

Display

16%

5.8

Camera

14%

5.5

Battery

12%

6.6

Connectivity

8%

8.0

Software & Features

5%

7.5

Design

3%

6.0

Audio & Multimedia

▼Worse than 69%
8.8

User score

User score
8.8/ 10
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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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Score components

70%

9.0

User ratings

30%

8.2

Number of reviews

▲Better than 84%
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Technical Specifications of tablet Lenovo Tab M8 HD 4G (2GB + 16GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.5/ 10
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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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Score components:

22%

4.3

Performance

20%

4.6

Display

16%

5.8

Camera

14%

5.5

Battery

12%

6.6

Connectivity

8%

8.0

Software & Features

5%

7.5

Design

3%

6.0

Audio & Multimedia

5.5
User score
User score
8.8/ 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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Score components

70%

9.0

User ratings

30%

8.2

Number of reviews

8.8
Popularity
Popularity
8.2/ 10
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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.
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Popularity:
Lenovo Tab M8 HD 4G (2GB + 16GB) has a user popularity of 8.2 points, which is lower than 80% of Tablets.
8.2
Value for money
Value for money
7.1/ 10
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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
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Score components:

70%

5.9

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

7.1
RAM capacity
2 GB
This tablet has a RAM capacity of 2 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 60.9% of tablets and equal to that of 15.6% of tablets.
Process node
12 nm
This tablet is built on a 12 nm process node, which is smaller than the node size used in 53.7% of tablets and equal to the node used in 13.6% of tablets.
Internal storage
16 GB
This tablet has an internal storage capacity of 16 GB which is smaller than the storage of 78.5% of tablets and equal to that of 15% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
192 points
This tablet scored 192 points in Geekbench 6 (single-core) which is lower than the score of 93.2% of tablets and equal to the score of 1% of tablets.
Chipset
MediaTek Helio A22
This tablet uses the MediaTek Helio A22 chipset, which is less advanced than the chipsets in 59.2% of tablets and equal to those in 0.2% of tablets.
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Screen resolution
1280×800
This tablet has a screen resolution of 1280×800 which is lower than that of 68.1% of tablets and equal to that of 21.7% of tablets.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
This tablet supports a refresh rate of 60 Hz which is equal to that in 73.8% of tablets.
Display type
IPS LCD
This tablet uses a IPS LCD display type. 17% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
189 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 189 ppi which is lower than that of 66.5% of tablets and equal to that of 6.8% of tablets.
Display glass type
Tempered Glass
This tablet uses Tempered Glass display glass which is weaker than that on 78.1% of tablets and equal to that on 19.5% of tablets.
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Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical image stabilization. 0.4% of tablets include OIS.
Main camera megapixels
5 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
2 MP
This tablet has a front camera resolution of 2 MP which is lower than in 53.6% of tablets and equal to that in 25.5% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
f/2.2
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
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
5,100 mAh
This tablet has a battery capacity of 5,100 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 63.4% of tablets and equal to those in 4.6% of tablets.
Charging speed
10 W
This tablet supports charging speeds of 10 W which is slower than in 61% of tablets and equal to speeds in 33.2% of tablets.
Battery life
18 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 18 hours, which is longer than that of 93.4% of tablets and equal to that of 2% of tablets.
web browsing
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets support wireless charging.
Fast charging
no
This tablet does not support fast charging. 49.7% of tablets support fast charging.
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LTE support
yes
This tablet supports LTE. 36.8% of tablets include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This tablet supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 0.2% of tablets offer Wi-Fi support.
GPS
yes
This tablet supports GPS. 17.3% of tablets include GPS functionality.
5G connectivity
no
This tablet does not support 5G connectivity. 11.1% of tablets support 5G.
NFC
no
This tablet does not support NFC. 10.9% of tablets support NFC.
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Operating system
Android
This tablet uses the Android operating system, which is more advanced than the one used by 23.3%.
Update support duration
medium
This tablet offers medium update support, which is longer than the support period of 47.3% of tablets and equal to that of 32.6% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
yes
This tablet receives direct OS updates. 20.3% of tablets receive direct updates.
On-device AI
?
App tracking protection
no
This tablet does not include app tracking protection. 28.3% of tablets include app tracking protection.
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IP rating
?
Weight
305 g
This tablet weighs 305 g which is lighter than 92.9% of tablets and equal to the weight of 0.5% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.8% 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
1
This tablet includes 1 microphones, which is more than in 0.2% of tablets and equal to the number in 54.8% of tablets.
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this codec.
Dolby Atmos support
no
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.5% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
?
FM radio
yes
This tablet includes an FM radio. 81.1% of tablets offer FM radio functionality.
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Lenovo Tab M8 HD 4G (2GB + 16GB) vs the average tablet

246810TotalPerformanceDisplayCameraBatteryConnectivitySoftware & FeaturesDesignAudio & Multimedia
  • 8 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (18 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    web browsing
    18 hours vs 10 hours
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This tablet has a higher contrast ratio than the average tablet (1805:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet contrast ratio is 1015:1.
    1,805:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 37.8% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (305 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    305 g vs 490 g
  • More capable chipset
    This tablet uses the MediaTek Helio A22 chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    MediaTek Helio A22 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • Allows manual ISO
    This tablet allows manual ISO adjustment, the average tablet does not. 46% of tablets feature manual ISO.
  • 53.5 mm narrower
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (121.8 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    121.8 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • 2.17x cheaper
    Lenovo Tab M8 HD 4G (2GB + 16GB) is cheaper than the average tablet (£120 vs £260).
    £120 vs £260
  • Designed for kids
    This tablet is suitable for kids, the average tablet is not. 23.7% of tablets are suitable for kids.
  • 2.17x cheaper
    Lenovo Tab M8 HD 4G (2GB + 16GB) is cheaper than the average tablet (£120 vs £260).
    £120 vs £260
  • 9.6% higher user score
    User score
    8.8/ 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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    Lenovo Tab M8 HD 4G
    the average tablet
    Lenovo Tab M8 HD 4G (2GB + 16GB) has a higher user score than the average tablet (8.77 vs 8.000).
    8.77 vs 8
  • More capable chipset
    This tablet uses the MediaTek Helio A22 chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    MediaTek Helio A22 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This tablet has a higher contrast ratio than the average tablet (1805:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet contrast ratio is 1015:1.
    1,805:1 vs 1,015:1
  • Allows manual ISO
    This tablet allows manual ISO adjustment, the average tablet does not. 46% of tablets feature manual ISO.
  • 8 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (18 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    web browsing
    18 hours vs 10 hours
  • 37.8% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (305 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    305 g vs 490 g
  • 53.5 mm narrower
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (121.8 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    121.8 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • Designed for kids
    This tablet is suitable for kids, the average tablet is not. 23.7% of tablets are suitable for kids.
  • No USB Type-C
    This tablet lacks a USB Type-C port, the average tablet includes one. 53.4% of tablets use USB Type-C.
  • 3 MP lower front camera megapixels
    This tablet has less front camera megapixels than the average tablet (2 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has 5 MP front camera resolution.
    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 main camera megapixels
    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
  • Less durable display glass
    This tablet uses weaker display glass than the average tablet (Tempered Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass). Display glass choice still varies across tablets.
    Tempered Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • 73.2% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This tablet achieves a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score than the average tablet (506 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    506 points vs 1,891 points
  • 2 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM capacity than the average tablet (2 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    2 GB vs 4 GB
  • Lower screen resolution
    This tablet has a lower screen resolution than the average tablet (1280×800 vs 1920×1200). The average tablet has a resolution of 1920×1200.
    1280×800 vs 1920×1200
  • 73.2% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This tablet achieves a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score than the average tablet (506 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    506 points vs 1,891 points
  • 2 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM capacity than the average tablet (2 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    2 GB vs 4 GB
  • 73.7% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This tablet achieves a lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score than the average tablet (192 points vs 729 points). The average tablet scores 729 points in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    192 points vs 729 points
  • 75% less storage
    This tablet has less internal storage than the average tablet (16 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet provides 64 GB of internal storage.
    16 GB vs 64 GB
  • 2 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has less CPU threads than the average tablet (4 vs 6). The average tablet has 6 CPU threads.
    4 vs 6
  • No big.LITTLE architecture
    This tablet does not use a big.LITTLE architecture, the average tablet does. 51.3% of tablets use a big.LITTLE architecture.
  • Worse GPU
    This tablet uses the PowerVR GE8320 GPU, while the average tablet uses the stronger Mali-G51. GPU choice is one of the main performance differences between tablets.
    PowerVR GE8320 vs Mali-G51
  • 3 fewer GPU execution units
    This tablet has less GPU execution units than the average tablet (1 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    1 vs 4
  • 266 MHz slower RAM speed
    This tablet has a lower RAM speed than the average tablet (1,600 MHz vs 1,866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1,866 MHz.
    1,600 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • 14.1% lower memory bandwidth
    This tablet has a lower memory bandwidth than the average tablet (12.8 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has memory bandwidth of 14.9 GB/s.
    12.8 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • Less durable display glass
    This tablet uses weaker display glass than the average tablet (Tempered Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass). Display glass choice still varies across tablets.
    Tempered Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • Lower screen resolution
    This tablet has a lower screen resolution than the average tablet (1280×800 vs 1920×1200). The average tablet has a resolution of 1920×1200.
    1280×800 vs 1920×1200
  • 2.1 inches smaller screen size
    This tablet has a lower screen size than the average tablet (8 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet has screen size of 10.1 inches.
    8 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 51 nits lower peak brightness
    This tablet has a lower peak brightness than the average tablet (350 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits peak brightness.
    350 nits vs 401 nits
  • 15.6% lower pixel density
    This tablet has a lower pixel density than the average tablet (189 ppi vs 224 ppi). The average tablet has pixel density of 224 ppi.
    189 ppi vs 224 ppi
  • 50 nits lower typical brightness
    This tablet has a lower typical brightness than the average tablet (350 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    350 nits vs 400 nits
  • 32 ppi lower screen sharpness
    This tablet has a lower screen sharpness than the average tablet (189 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has screen sharpness of 221 ppi.
    189 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • 3 MP lower front camera megapixels
    This tablet has less front camera megapixels than the average tablet (2 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has 5 MP front camera resolution.
    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 main camera megapixels
    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
    This tablet does not allow manual white balance adjustments, the average tablet does. 51.6% of tablets include white balance controls.
  • No burst mode
    This tablet does not support burst mode, the average tablet does. 60.5% of tablets support burst mode.
  • No BSI sensor
    This tablet lacks a BSI sensor, the average tablet has one. 52.6% of tablets use BSI sensors for better low-light shots.
  • No timelapse video
    This tablet does not support timelapse video, the average tablet does. 57.5% of tablets include timelapse modes.
  • 44.4% slower charging speed
    This tablet supports slower charging than the average tablet (10 W vs 18 W). The average tablet supports charging speed of 18 W.
    10 W vs 18 W
  • 22.5% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a lower battery capacity than the average tablet (5,100 mAh vs 6,580 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6,580 mAh.
    5,100 mAh vs 6,580 mAh
  • No USB Type-C
    This tablet lacks a USB Type-C port, the average tablet includes one. 53.4% of tablets use USB Type-C.
  • No HDMI output
    This tablet does not have an HDMI output, the average tablet does. 50.1% of tablets support HDMI output.
  • No Ethernet support
    This tablet does not have Ethernet support, the average tablet does. 76.3% of tablets support Ethernet.
  • No camera/mic privacy toggles
    This tablet lacks camera and microphone privacy toggles, the average tablet includes them. 56.2% of tablets offer these toggles.
  • No dark mode
    This tablet does not support dark mode, the average tablet does. 57.2% of tablets have dark mode.
  • No offline voice recognition
    This tablet does not support offline voice recognition, the average tablet does. 76.1% of tablets support offline voice recognition.

Video reviews

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

8.0
My Next Tablet
≈ estimated
23/03/2020
Hands-on review · battery test and streaming test
Verdict
Lenovo Tab M8 HD 4G is a pretty good budget tablet for simple tasks, with weak cameras, speakers and gaming performance.
4.0
ETA PRIME
≈ estimated
17/01/2020
Hands-on review · benchmarks and emulation tests
Verdict
Lenovo Tab M8 HD 4G is hard to recommend at its price, though it streams video very well and has good build quality.
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What customers like about Lenovo Tab M8 HD 4G (2GB + 16GB)

  • Excellent battery life, with many users reporting it lasts several days or up to 18 hours of use.
  • Highly portable and lightweight design that is easy to hold and fits in small bags or large pockets.
  • Great value for money, frequently cited as an affordable entry-level tablet for kids or basic media consumption.
  • Solid build quality with a premium-feeling metal chassis (on 2nd Gen models) that is durable.
  • Easy to set up and navigate, featuring a user-friendly interface suitable for children and seniors.
  • Good display quality for the price, with a clear 8-inch screen suitable for reading and streaming.

What customers don't like about Lenovo Tab M8 HD 4G (2GB + 16GB)

  • Slow and sluggish performance, especially when multitasking or opening multiple apps.
  • Underwhelming camera quality, with reviewers noting blurry and low-resolution photos.
  • Limited internal storage and RAM (often 2GB/32GB), which can restrict app installations and performance.
  • Not suitable for demanding mobile games like Genshin Impact or high-end productivity.
  • Screen can be highly reflective and may lack sufficient brightness for comfortable outdoor use.
  • Audio quality lacks bass and can sound tinny at higher volumes.

Verdict

The Lenovo Tab M8 HD (2nd Gen) is a compact 8-inch tablet featuring a 1280 x 800 IPS display with 350 nits of brightness and a sleek metal body. Powered by a MediaTek Helio A22 quad-core 2.0GHz processor with 2GB of RAM and 16GB of internal storage, it includes 4G LTE connectivity, a 5MP autofocus rear camera, and a 2MP front camera. Main pros include its premium build quality, TÜV-certified eye protection for reduced blue light, and an impressive 5000mAh battery providing up to 18 hours of web browsing. However, the limited 2GB of RAM can lead to sluggish multitasking and occasional app crashes, and the 16GB of storage fills up quickly without a microSD card.

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