Scored using Tablets Methodology v1.0
Tablets Methodology v1.0
Mathematical & Unbiased Scoring
Products in this category are scored under Frontum Tablets Methodology v1.0: technical specifications plus authentic consumer ratings, with 0% commercial bias.
Explore Tablets Methodology v1.0

Lenovo Tab M9 4G (4GB + 64GB) Review | 168 Data compared

Avg. price:~£180RAM capacity:4 GBInternal storage:64 GBScreen size:9 inchesChipset:MediaTek Helio G80

Lenovo Tab M9 4G (4GB + 64GB) 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 M9 4G (4GB + 64GB)
6.3/10

Overall score

Score
6.3/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
Score components

90%

6.2

Technical score

10%

7.2

User score

â–²Better than 51% of tablets
7.3

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
Score components

70%

6.3

Overall score

30%

9.6

Price

â–²Better than 56%
6.2

Technical score

Technical score
6.2/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
Score components

22%

5.6

Performance

20%

4.8

Display

16%

6.9

Camera

14%

5.3

Battery

12%

7.3

Connectivity

8%

9.1

Software & Features

5%

6.8

Design

3%

6.4

Audio & Multimedia

â–²Better than 53%
7.2

User score

User score
7.2/ 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
Score components

70%

9.0

User ratings

30%

2.9

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 82%
  • lenovo-tab-m9-4gb-64gb-4g
lenovo-tab-m9-4gb-64gb-4g
Where to buy
*As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
Available versions:
Other versions:
Loading...
Loading category ranking...

Technical Specifications of tablet Lenovo Tab M9 4G (4GB + 64GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.2/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
Score components:

22%

5.6

Performance

20%

4.8

Display

16%

6.9

Camera

14%

5.3

Battery

12%

7.3

Connectivity

8%

9.1

Software & Features

5%

6.8

Design

3%

6.4

Audio & Multimedia

6.2
User score
User score
7.2/ 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
Score components

70%

9.0

User ratings

30%

2.9

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.2
Popularity
Popularity
2.9/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
Popularity:
Lenovo Tab M9 4G (4GB + 64GB) has a popularity of 2.9 points, which is higher than 60.4% of Tablets.
2.9
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
Score components:

70%

6.3

Overall score

30%

9.6

Price

7.3
RAM capacity
4 GB
This tablet has a RAM capacity of 4 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 47.6% of tablets and equal to that of 17.6% 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
64 GB
This tablet has an internal storage capacity of 64 GB which is larger than the storage of 39.5% of tablets and equal to that of 17.1% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
416 points
This tablet scored 416 points in Geekbench 6 (single-core) which is lower than the score of 64.8% of tablets and equal to the score of 4% of tablets.
Chipset
MediaTek Helio G80
This tablet uses the MediaTek Helio G80 chipset, which is less advanced than the chipsets in 55.1% of tablets and equal to those in 0.7% of tablets.
Show more
Screen resolution
1340×800
This tablet has a screen resolution of 1340×800 which is lower than that of 64.2% of tablets and equal to that of 1.3% 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
176 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 176 ppi which is lower than that of 75.6% of tablets and equal to that of 0.2% 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.
Show more
Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical image stabilization. 0.4% of tablets include OIS.
Main camera megapixels
8 MP
This tablet has a main camera resolution of 8 MP which is higher than that of 36.5% of tablets and equal to that of 31.8% 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.
Show more
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
13 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 13 hours, which is longer than that of 76.1% of tablets and equal to that of 4.9% of tablets.
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.
Show more
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.
Show more
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
yes
This tablet includes app tracking protection. 71.8% of tablets include app tracking protection.
Show more
IP rating
not rated
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
344 g
This tablet weighs 344 g which is lighter than 82.8% of tablets and equal to the weight of 0.4% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.8% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
?
Pen latency
N/A
Show more
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
yes
This tablet supports Dolby Atmos. 68.6% 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 60.9% of tablets.
FM radio
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer FM radio functionality.
Show more

Lenovo Tab M9 4G (4GB + 64GB) vs the average tablet

246810TotalPerformanceDisplayCameraBatteryConnectivitySoftware & FeaturesDesignAudio & Multimedia
  • 3 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (13 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    13 hours vs 10 hours
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This tablet has a higher contrast ratio than the average tablet (1900:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet contrast ratio is 1015:1.
    1,900:1 vs 1,015:1
  • More capable chipset
    This tablet uses the MediaTek Helio G80 chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    MediaTek Helio G80 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • Allows manual focus
    This tablet allows manual focus control, the average tablet does not. 37.2% of tablets include manual focus.
  • Allows manual ISO
    This tablet allows manual ISO adjustment, the average tablet does not. 46% of tablets feature manual ISO.
  • 29.8% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (344 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    344 g vs 490 g
  • Supports Dolby Atmos
    This tablet supports Dolby Atmos, the average tablet does not. 31.5% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This tablet supports a newer DDR version than the average tablet (LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3). The average DDR version is LPDDR3.
    LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3
  • More capable chipset
    This tablet uses the MediaTek Helio G80 chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    MediaTek Helio G80 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This tablet supports a newer DDR version than the average tablet (LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3). The average DDR version is LPDDR3.
    LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3
  • 2 more CPU threads
    This tablet has more CPU threads than the average tablet (8 vs 6). The average tablet has 6 CPU threads.
    8 vs 6
  • 46.2% faster GPU clock
    This tablet has a higher GPU frequency than the average tablet (950 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet has GPU frequency of 650 MHz.
    950 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This tablet has a higher contrast ratio than the average tablet (1900:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet contrast ratio is 1015:1.
    1,900:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 53 nits higher peak brightness
    This tablet has a higher peak brightness than the average tablet (454 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits peak brightness.
    454 nits vs 401 nits
  • Allows manual focus
    This tablet allows manual focus control, the average tablet does not. 37.2% of tablets include manual focus.
  • Allows manual ISO
    This tablet allows manual ISO adjustment, the average tablet does not. 46% of tablets feature manual ISO.
  • 3 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (13 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    13 hours vs 10 hours
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This tablet supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average tablet (5.1 vs 5). The average tablet uses Bluetooth 5.0.
    5.1 vs 5.0
  • Supports live text recognition
    This tablet supports live text recognition, the average tablet does not. 34.9% of tablets can recognize text from images.
  • Includes app tracking protection
    This tablet includes app tracking protection, the average tablet does not. 28.3% of tablets offer app tracking protection.
  • Allows app offloading
    This tablet allows app offloading, the average tablet does not. 26.4% of tablets support app offloading.
  • Supports dynamic theme
    This tablet features dynamic themes, the average tablet does not. 29% of tablets offer dynamic theming.
  • Supports extra dim mode
    This tablet features extra dim mode, the average tablet does not. 35.4% of tablets support extra diming.
  • Includes clipboard warnings
    This tablet has clipboard warnings, the average tablet does not. 39.9% of tablets include clipboard warnings.
  • 29.8% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (344 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    344 g vs 490 g
  • 38.54 mm narrower
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (136.8 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    136.76 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.
  • 4 newer release date
    This tablet has a newer release date than the average tablet (2023 vs 2019).
    March 2023
    2023 vs 2019
  • Supports Dolby Atmos
    This tablet supports Dolby Atmos, the average tablet does not. 31.5% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
  • Supports LDAC
    This tablet supports LDAC, the average tablet does not. 25.2% of tablets support LDAC.
  • 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
  • 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
  • 21.4% lower pixel density
    This tablet has a lower pixel density than the average tablet (176 ppi vs 224 ppi). The average tablet has pixel density of 224 ppi.
    176 ppi vs 224 ppi
  • 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.
  • 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
  • Narrower color gamut
    This tablet supports a narrower color gamut than the average tablet (NTSC vs sRGB). The average tablet covers sRGB color gamut.
    60% NTSC coverage reported.
    NTSC vs sRGB
  • 28.4% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This tablet achieves a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score than the average tablet (1,354 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    1,354 points vs 1,891 points
  • 11.3% lower user score
    User score
    7.2/ 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 Tab M9 4G
    the average tablet
    Lenovo Tab M9 4G (4GB + 64GB) has a lower user score than the average tablet (7.19 vs 8.000).
    7.19 vs 8
  • 28.4% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This tablet achieves a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score than the average tablet (1,354 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    1,354 points vs 1,891 points
  • 42.9% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This tablet achieves a lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score than the average tablet (416 points vs 729 points). The average tablet scores 729 points in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    416 points vs 729 points
  • 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 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
  • 21.4% lower pixel density
    This tablet has a lower pixel density than the average tablet (176 ppi vs 224 ppi). The average tablet has pixel density of 224 ppi.
    176 ppi vs 224 ppi
  • Narrower color gamut
    This tablet supports a narrower color gamut than the average tablet (NTSC vs sRGB). The average tablet covers sRGB color gamut.
    60% NTSC coverage reported.
    NTSC vs sRGB
  • 1.1 inches smaller screen size
    This tablet has a lower screen size than the average tablet (9 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet has screen size of 10.1 inches.
    9 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 45 ppi lower screen sharpness
    This tablet has a lower screen sharpness than the average tablet (176 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has screen sharpness of 221 ppi.
    176 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • Lower screen resolution
    This tablet has a lower screen resolution than the average tablet (1340×800 vs 1920×1200). The average tablet has a resolution of 1920×1200.
    1340×800 vs 1920×1200
  • 50% lower touch sampling rate
    This tablet has a lower touch sampling rate than the average tablet (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average tablet has touch sampling rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 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 manual white balance
    This tablet does not allow manual white balance adjustments, the average tablet does. 51.6% of tablets include white balance controls.
  • 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 HDMI output
    This tablet does not have an HDMI output, the average tablet does. 50.1% of tablets support HDMI output.

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

L
laptopmedia.com
17/01/2025
Summary of the review
A
androidpolice.com
28/02/2024
Summary of the review
G
gizmochina.com
07/11/2023
Summary of the review
J
johngalea.wordpress.com
14/05/2024
Summary of the review
N
notebookcheck.com
02/03/2023
Summary of the review
H
heise.de
21/06/2024
Summary of the review
W
winfuture.de
03/03/2023
Summary of the review
L
laptopmedia.com
17/01/2025
Summary of the review
L
laptopmedia.com
17/01/2025
Summary of the review
T
test-achats.be
29/09/2023
Summary of the review
N
notebookcheck.biz
10/02/2023
Summary of the review
L
laptopmedia.com
17/01/2025
Summary of the review
L
laptopmedia.com
17/01/2025
Summary of the review
C
consumentenbond.nl
01/09/2023
Summary of the review

Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: November 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Lenovo Tab M9 4G (4GB + 64GB)

  • Excellent value for money and highly affordable
  • Premium feeling metal build quality that is sturdy and sleek
  • Bright IPS display (up to 454 nits) with good viewing angles
  • Dual stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos support providing clear, balanced audio
  • Long-lasting 5100mAh battery offering up to 13-15 hours of video playback
  • Compact and lightweight design (344g) making it very portable
  • Includes useful reading mode with chromatic and grayscale effects
  • Support for 4G LTE connectivity for on-the-go internet access

What customers don't like about Lenovo Tab M9 4G (4GB + 64GB)

  • Sluggish performance with noticeable lag when multitasking or opening apps
  • Slow 10W charging speed that takes over 3 hours to reach full capacity
  • Subpar camera quality with washed-out colours and lack of detail
  • Lower 800p resolution resulting in less sharp text at close distances
  • Lack of a fingerprint scanner for secure biometric login
  • Slow and less secure facial recognition
  • Display can be unresponsive at times, requiring multiple taps
  • Occasional software glitches and slow system boot times

Verdict

The Lenovo Tab M9 4G is a compact, budget-friendly tablet featuring a 9-inch IPS display with 1340 x 800 resolution and 400 nits of brightness. It is powered by a MediaTek Helio G80 octa-core processor paired with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of eMMC storage, which is expandable up to 2TB via microSD. Key characteristics include 4G LTE cellular connectivity, a sleek 344g metal dual-tone design, and dual stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos. Main pros are its long-lasting 5100mAh battery providing up to 13 hours of video playback, TUV eye-care certification, and secure facial recognition. Notable cons include subpar camera quality (8MP rear/2MP front), a relatively low-resolution 800p screen, and slow charging speeds via its single USB-C 2.0 port.

Compare Lenovo Tab M9 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 M9 4G (4GB + 64GB) and other tablets

No results found