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Lenovo Tab P11 2nd Gen LTE (4GB + 128GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£340RAM capacity:4 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:11 inchesChipset:MediaTek Helio G99

Lenovo Tab P11 2nd Gen LTE (4GB + 128GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 5 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Lenovo Tab P11 2nd Gen LTE (4GB + 128GB)
7.2/10

Overall score

Score
7.2/ 10
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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%

7.1

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

7.1

Reviews score

10%

?

Sentiment scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 6.9, the mark of a weaker model in this category

â–²Better than 59% of tablets
7.7

Value for money

Value for money
7.7/ 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%

7.2

Overall score

30%

8.7

Price

â–²Better than 57%
7.1

Technical score

Technical score
7.1/ 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%

6.3

Performance

20%

6.9

Display

16%

8.1

Camera

14%

6.0

Battery

12%

7.6

Connectivity

8%

8.4

Software

5%

7.1

Design

3%

8.2

Audio

â–²Better than 71%
7.1

Reviews score

Reviews score
7.1/ 10
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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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7.1

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

80%

8.0

Average grade

20%

6.9

Popularity

Grades by review (5)
1 review, its grade estimated from the review text. 4 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.
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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
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £340
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What reviewers say about the Lenovo Tab P11 2nd Gen LTE (4GB + 128GB)

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Technical Specifications of tablet Lenovo Tab P11 2nd Gen LTE (4GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.1/ 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%

6.3

Performance

20%

6.9

Display

16%

8.1

Camera

14%

6.0

Battery

12%

7.6

Connectivity

8%

8.4

Software

5%

7.1

Design

3%

8.2

Audio

7.1
Reviews score
7.1
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.7/ 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%

7.2

Overall score

30%

8.7

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
6 nm
This tablet is built on a 6 nm process, which is smaller than 76.1% of tablets and equal to 8.4% of tablets.
Internal storage
128 GB
This tablet has 128 GB of internal storage, which is more than 56.2% of tablets and equal to 20% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
339 points
This tablet scores 339 points in single-core tests, which is lower than 77.8% of tablets and equal to 1.3% of tablets.
Chipset
MediaTek Helio G99
This tablet runs on MediaTek Helio G99, which is less advanced than 50.8% of tablets and equal to 2.9% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Screen resolution
2000×1200
This tablet has a 2000×1200 screen, which is sharper than 58.1% of tablets and equal to 8.1% of tablets.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
This tablet has a 120 Hz screen, which is smoother than 80.3% of tablets and equal to 10.9% of tablets.
Display type
IPS LCD
This tablet uses a IPS LCD display type. 17% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
204 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 204 ppi, which is lower than 62% of tablets and equal to 0.9% of tablets.
Display glass type
Corning Gorilla Glass 3
This tablet protects its screen with Corning Gorilla Glass 3, which is more durable than 80.2% of tablets and the same as 11.2% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical stabilisation. 0.4% of tablets offer this.
Main camera megapixels
13 MP
This tablet has a rear camera with 13 MP resolution, which is higher than 73.9% of tablets and equal to 21.7% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
8 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 8 MP resolution, which is higher than 69.6% of tablets and equal to 19.5% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
f/2.4
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/2.4, which is narrower than 70% of tablets and equal to 17.5% 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
7,700 mAh
This tablet has 7,700 mAh battery capacity, which is larger than 66.8% of tablets and equal to 2.8% of tablets.
Charging speed
20 W
This tablet charges at 20 W, which is faster than 60.4% of tablets and equal to 6.2% 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.
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Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets offer this.
Fast charging
yes
This tablet supports fast charging. 43.2% 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
?
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
?
Weight
520 g
This tablet weighs 520 g, which is heavier than 58.4% of tablets and equal to 1.4% 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
25 ms
This tablet has a pen latency of 25 ms, which is higher than that of 81.4% of tablets and equal to that of 7.2% of tablets.
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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
4
This tablet includes 4 speakers, which is more than in 70.8% of tablets and equal to the number in 22.9% of tablets.
FM radio
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer this.
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Lenovo Tab P11 2nd Gen LTE (4GB + 128GB) vs the average tablet

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  • 2x faster refresh rate
    This tablet has a faster refresh rate than the average tablet (120 Hz vs 60 Hz). The average tablet has a 60 Hz refresh rate.
    120 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • Faster storage type
    This tablet uses UFS storage, while the average tablet uses eMMC. Storage technology still varies widely across tablets.
    UFS vs eMMC
  • 5 MP higher rear resolution
    This tablet has a higher-resolution rear camera than the average tablet (13 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a rear camera of 8 MP.
    13 MP vs 8 MP
  • Supports adaptive refresh rate
    This tablet has adaptive refresh rate, the average tablet does not. 17.7% of tablets support adaptive refresh rate.
  • 3 MP higher front resolution
    This tablet has a higher-resolution front camera than the average tablet (8 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    8 MP vs 5 MP
  • Supports LTE
    This tablet supports LTE, while the average tablet does not. 42.9% of tablets support LTE.
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (MediaTek Helio G99 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    MediaTek Helio G99 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • Supports PDAF
    This tablet supports PDAF, the average tablet does not. 28% of tablets support PDAF.
  • Faster storage type
    This tablet uses UFS storage, while the average tablet uses eMMC. Storage technology still varies widely across tablets.
    UFS vs eMMC
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (MediaTek Helio G99 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    MediaTek Helio G99 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 57.1% smaller process node
    This tablet has a smaller process node than the average tablet (6 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet is built on 14 nm.
    6 nm vs 14 nm
  • More advanced memory type
    This tablet uses more advanced memory than the average tablet (LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3).
    LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3
  • 2x more internal storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (128 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 64 GB
  • Includes neural engine
    This tablet includes a neural engine, the average tablet does not. 25.6% of tablets include a neural engine.
  • 10% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (2.2 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    2.2 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • More advanced graphics
    This tablet has more advanced graphics than the average tablet (Mali-G57 MC2 vs Mali-G51).
    Mali-G57 MC2 vs Mali-G51
  • 2x faster refresh rate
    This tablet has a faster refresh rate than the average tablet (120 Hz vs 60 Hz). The average tablet has a 60 Hz refresh rate.
    120 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • Supports adaptive refresh rate
    This tablet has adaptive refresh rate, the average tablet does not. 17.7% of tablets support adaptive refresh rate.
  • 0.9 inches larger screen
    This tablet has a larger screen than the average tablet (11 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    11 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • More vivid contrast
    This tablet has more contrast than the average tablet (1400:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    1,400:1 vs 1,015:1
  • More durable glass
    This tablet has more durable glass than the average tablet (Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs Corning Gorilla Glass). The average tablet uses Corning Gorilla Glass.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • Sharper display
    This tablet has a sharper screen than the average tablet (2000×1200 vs 1920×1200).
    2,000×1,200 vs 1,920×1,200
  • 5 MP higher rear resolution
    This tablet has a higher-resolution rear camera than the average tablet (13 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a rear camera of 8 MP.
    13 MP vs 8 MP
  • 3 MP higher front resolution
    This tablet has a higher-resolution front camera than the average tablet (8 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    8 MP vs 5 MP
  • Supports PDAF
    This tablet supports PDAF, the average tablet does not. 28% of tablets support PDAF.
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This tablet has a wider front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's front camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Built-in camera flash
    This tablet has a camera flash, while the average tablet does not. 45.5% of tablets have one.
  • 16.7% larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a larger battery capacity than the average tablet (7,700 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    7,700 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • 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.
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This tablet has a newer Bluetooth version than the average tablet (5.1 vs 5).
    5.1 vs 5
  • Supports dynamic themes
    This tablet supports dynamic themes, while the average tablet does not. 29.5% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports extra dim mode
    This tablet supports extra dim mode, while the average tablet does not. 35.9% of tablets offer this.
  • Includes clipboard warnings
    This tablet has clipboard warnings, the average tablet does not. 40.3% of tablets include clipboard warnings.
  • Supports drawing
    This tablet is suitable for drawing, while the average tablet is not. 40% of tablets are suitable for drawing.
  • Supports stylus tilt
    This tablet supports stylus tilt, the average tablet does not. 33.5% of tablets support stylus tilt.
  • 0.6 mm thinner
    This tablet is thinner than the average tablet (7.4 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    7.4 mm vs 8 mm
  • 2 more speakers
    This tablet has more speakers than the average tablet (4 vs 2). The average tablet has 2 speakers.
    4 vs 2
  • 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
  • Supports Bluetooth LE Audio
    This tablet supports Bluetooth LE Audio, the average tablet does not. 11.4% of tablets support Bluetooth LE Audio.
  • 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 headphone jack
    This tablet does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack, while the average tablet does. 72.8% of tablets offer this.
  • 53.5% lower single-core score
    This tablet has a lower single-core score than the average tablet (339 points vs 729 points). The average tablet scores 729 points in single-core tests.
    339 points vs 729 points
  • 16 ms higher pen latency
    This tablet has higher pen latency than the average tablet (25 ms vs 9 ms). The average tablet has pen latency of 9 ms.
    25 ms vs 9 ms
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This tablet has a narrower main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's main camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • 7.7% softer screen detail
    This tablet has softer screen detail than the average tablet (204 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    204 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • No Ethernet support
    This tablet does not have Ethernet support, the average tablet does. 76.5% of tablets support Ethernet.
  • 50% slower touch response
    This tablet samples touch more slowly than the average tablet (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average tablet samples touch at 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 53.5% lower single-core score
    This tablet has a lower single-core score than the average tablet (339 points vs 729 points). The average tablet scores 729 points in single-core tests.
    339 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
  • 7.7% softer screen detail
    This tablet has softer screen detail than the average tablet (204 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    204 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • 50% slower touch response
    This tablet samples touch more slowly than the average tablet (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average tablet samples touch at 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 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
  • 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.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This tablet has a narrower main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's main camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • No Ethernet support
    This tablet does not have Ethernet support, the average tablet does. 76.5% of tablets support Ethernet.
  • 16 ms higher pen latency
    This tablet has higher pen latency than the average tablet (25 ms vs 9 ms). The average tablet has pen latency of 9 ms.
    25 ms vs 9 ms
  • 69.1 mm taller
    This tablet is taller than the average tablet (269.1 mm vs 200 mm). The average tablet is 200 mm tall.
    269.1 mm vs 200 mm
  • 6.1% heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (520 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    520 g vs 490 g
  • No headphone jack
    This tablet does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack, while the average tablet does. 72.8% of tablets offer this.

Video reviews

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

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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
technave.com
≈ estimated
25/10/2023
Hands-on test · Keyboard tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo Tab P11 Gen 2 is a budget-friendly office tablet with keyboard and stylus included, but its mid-range chip struggles with demanding games.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Lenovo Tab P11 2nd Gen LTE (4GB + 128GB)

  • High-quality 11.5-inch 2K IPS display with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate
  • Excellent quad-speaker system with Dolby Atmos that provides loud and clear audio
  • Strong value for money, often cited as a competitive mid-range alternative to the iPad
  • Good build quality with a sleek aluminum chassis that feels premium
  • LTE connectivity available on specific models for on-the-go internet access
  • Support for productivity accessories like the Precision Pen 2 and a magnetic keyboard

What customers don't like about Lenovo Tab P11 2nd Gen LTE (4GB + 128GB)

  • Software inconsistency, including reports of a 'janky' productivity mode and slow Android updates
  • Known Wi-Fi connectivity issues where the signal may drop or require reboots to reconnect
  • Middling camera performance, particularly in low-light conditions
  • Relatively slow 20W charging speeds for a large 7,500mAh battery
  • Mixed battery life reports, with some users experiencing high standby drain after the Android 13 update
  • Lack of a fingerprint scanner, relying solely on less secure face unlock

Verdict

The Lenovo Tab P11 2nd Gen LTE is a versatile mid-range tablet featuring an 11.5-inch 2K (2000 x 1200) IPS display with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate and 400 nits of brightness. This specific model is powered by a MediaTek Helio G99 octa-core processor paired with 4GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage, which is expandable via microSD. Key characteristics include 4G LTE connectivity for on-the-go data, a quad-speaker system with Dolby Atmos for immersive audio, and a 7700mAh battery supporting up to 10 hours of video streaming. Main pros include its vibrant high-refresh-rate screen, premium thin design (7.4mm), and useful productivity features like split-screen mode and 'Lenovo Freestyle' for use as a second PC monitor. However, notable cons include relatively slow 20W charging speeds, lack of a 3.5mm headphone jack, and performance that may struggle with high-end 3D gaming or intensive multitasking.

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