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Lenovo Tab Plus Gen 2 review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£410RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:12.1 inchesChipset:?

Lenovo Tab Plus Gen 2 Review: Compare 168 technical specifications, 21 expert and video reviews and 4 best-of lists to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Lenovo Tab Plus Gen 2
8.0/10

Overall score

Score
8.0/ 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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▲ Better than 88% of models
Score components

35%

7.9

Technical score

30%

8.2

List score

25%

8.2

Reviews score

10%

?

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

▲Better than 88% of tablets
8.1

Value for money

Value for money
8.1/ 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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▲ Better than 86% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

Overall score

30%

8.4

Price

▲Better than 86%
7.9

Technical score

Technical score
7.9/ 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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▲ Better than 82% of models
Score components

22%

8.5

Performance

20%

7.2

Display

16%

8.1

Camera

14%

8.1

Battery

12%

6.9

Connectivity

8%

8.9

Software

5%

7.9

Design

3%

8.7

Audio

▲Better than 82%
8.2

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.2/ 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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▲ Better than 74% of models

80%

8.2

Average grade

20%

8.4

Popularity

Grades by review (21)
7 reviews: 3 with a printed score, 4 estimated from the review. 14 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.
▲Better than 74%
8.2

List score

List score
8.2/ 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 (4)
List score: in 4 of 136 lists (3%)
★Better than 96%
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Best rankings
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What reviewers say about the Lenovo Tab Plus Gen 2

Based on 7 · 14

Reviewers love the rich speakers and handy kickstand, but find performance sluggish and the tablet heavy and bulky.
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Ranked #72 of 1,179 models in Tablets (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of tablet Lenovo Tab Plus Gen 2

Technical score
Technical score
7.9/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 82% of models
Score components:

22%

8.5

Performance

20%

7.2

Display

16%

8.1

Camera

14%

8.1

Battery

12%

6.9

Connectivity

8%

8.9

Software

5%

7.9

Design

3%

8.7

Audio

7.9
Reviews score
8.2
List score
8.2
Value for money
Value for money
8.1/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 86% of models
Score components:

70%

8.0

Overall score

30%

8.4

Price

8.1
RAM capacity
8 GB
Market range: <2 GB – >12 GB
This tablet has 8 GB of RAM, which is more than 72.1% of tablets and equal to 17.9% of tablets.
Process node
4 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 4 nm process, which is smaller than 88.1% of tablets and equal to 8.5% of tablets.
Internal storage
256 GB
Market range: <0 GB – >250 GB
This tablet has 256 GB of internal storage, which is more than 76.4% of tablets and equal to 15.8% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
?
Chipset
?
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What reviewers say
Screen resolution
2560×1600
This tablet has a 2560×1600 screen, which is sharper than 77.5% of tablets and equal to 10% of tablets.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >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
249 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 249 ppi, which is higher than 67.4% of tablets and equal to 1.9% 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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What reviewers say
Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical stabilisation. 0.4% of tablets offer this.
Main camera megapixels
?
Front camera megapixels
8 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 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
?
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
10,200 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 10,200 mAh battery capacity, which is larger than 93.7% of tablets and equal to 0.9% of tablets.
Charging speed
?
Battery life
?
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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What reviewers say
LTE support
no
This tablet does not have built-in LTE. 42.9% 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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What reviewers say
Operating system
?
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
yes
This tablet supports on-device AI. 71.7% 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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What reviewers say
IP rating
IP52
This tablet's IP rating is IP52, which is more protected than 84.8% of tablets and the same as 6.2% of tablets.
Weight
?
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.7% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
?
Pen latency
?
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What reviewers say
Number of microphones
?
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
9
Market range: <1 – >6
This tablet includes 9 speakers, which is more than in 100% of tablets.
FM radio
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say

Lenovo Tab Plus Gen 2 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
  • 4x more internal storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (256 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    256 GB vs 64 GB
  • 54.5% larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a larger battery capacity than the average tablet (10,200 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    10,200 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • 2 inches larger screen
    This tablet has a larger screen than the average tablet (12.1 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    12.1 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 7 more speakers
    This tablet has more speakers than the average tablet (9 vs 2). The average tablet has 2 speakers.
    9 vs 2
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This tablet has more RAM than the average tablet (8 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    8 GB vs 4 GB
  • Sharper display
    This tablet has a sharper screen than the average tablet (2560×1600 vs 1920×1200).
    2,560×1,600 vs 1,920×1,200
  • Wider color gamut
    This tablet supports a wider color gamut than the average tablet (DCI-P3 vs sRGB). The average tablet covers sRGB color gamut.
    DCI-P3 vs sRGB
  • 17.1% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.2/ 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
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▲ Better than 74% of models

    80%

    8.2

    Average grade

    20%

    8.4

    Popularity

    Grades by review (21)
    7 reviews: 3 with a printed score, 4 estimated from the review. 14 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.2 vs 7.0
  • 7% better value for money
    Lenovo Tab Plus Gen 2 has better value for money than the average tablet (8.08 vs 7.6).
    8.08 vs 7.55
  • 4x more internal storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (256 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    256 GB vs 64 GB
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This tablet has more RAM than the average tablet (8 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    8 GB vs 4 GB
  • 71.4% smaller process node
    This tablet has a smaller process node than the average tablet (4 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet is built on 14 nm.
    4 nm vs 14 nm
  • 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
  • 2 inches larger screen
    This tablet has a larger screen than the average tablet (12.1 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    12.1 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • Sharper display
    This tablet has a sharper screen than the average tablet (2560×1600 vs 1920×1200).
    2,560×1,600 vs 1,920×1,200
  • Wider color gamut
    This tablet supports a wider color gamut than the average tablet (DCI-P3 vs sRGB). The average tablet covers sRGB color gamut.
    DCI-P3 vs sRGB
  • Supports HDR10
    This tablet supports HDR10, while the average tablet does not. 21.7% of tablets support HDR10.
  • 12.7% sharper screen detail
    This tablet has sharper screen detail than the average tablet (249 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    249 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • 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
  • 54.5% larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a larger battery capacity than the average tablet (10,200 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    10,200 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This tablet has a newer Bluetooth version than the average tablet (5.4 vs 5).
    5.4 vs 5.0
  • Includes on-device AI
    This tablet includes on-device AI, the average tablet does not. 28.3% of tablets include on-device AI.
  • Supports live text recognition
    This tablet supports live text recognition, while the average tablet does not. 35.1% of tablets offer this.
  • 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.
  • More dust and water protection
    This tablet offers better dust and water protection than the average tablet (IP52 vs not rated).
    IP52 vs not rated
  • 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.
  • 7 more speakers
    This tablet has more speakers than the average tablet (9 vs 2). The average tablet has 2 speakers.
    9 vs 2
  • Supports Dolby Atmos
    This tablet supports Dolby Atmos, the average tablet does not. 31.3% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 57.7% more expensive
    Lenovo Tab Plus Gen 2 is more expensive than the average tablet (£410 vs £260).
    £410 vs £260
  • 57.7% more expensive
    Lenovo Tab Plus Gen 2 is more expensive than the average tablet (£410 vs £260).
    £410 vs £260
  • 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
  • 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

Video reviews

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

9.0
Underground Tech
≈ estimated
28/09/2026
Full review · gaming, camera, speaker and display tests
Verdict
Lenovo Tab Plus Gen 2 is likely the best budget tablet right now, with great speakers, screen and smooth performance.
7.0
MrGadget
≈ estimated
19/09/2026
Hands-on test · speaker comparison against a Bluetooth speaker
Verdict
Lenovo Tab Plus Gen 2 works as a speaker for one room and for voices, but not as a portable Bluetooth speaker.
7.0
My Next Tablet
≈ estimated
31/08/2026
Hands-on review · battery, gaming, display and stylus tests
Verdict
Lenovo Tab Plus Gen 2 is strong for video and music at home, but weak for gaming, note-taking and productivity.
9.0
Android Digest
≈ estimated
05/08/2026
Hands-on review · speaker, battery and software tests
Verdict
Lenovo Tab Plus Gen 2 is a unique, loud and versatile tablet for buyers who want something different, though short update support is its biggest flaw.
9.0
Flossy Carter
≈ estimated
04/08/2026
Hands-on review · unboxing, speaker and smart-connect tests
Verdict
Lenovo Tab Plus Gen 2 is excellent for the price, with its speaker and stand as standout features despite a few shortcomings.
9.0
FishBee Productions
≈ estimated
09/07/2026
Hands-on review · battery, audio, camera and benchmark tests
Verdict
Lenovo Tab Plus Gen 2 is a very distinctive tablet, though performance trails the pricier Lenovo model.
9.0
Venom's Tech
≈ estimated
04/07/2026
Hands-on review · speaker, battery and app tests
Verdict
Lenovo Tab Plus Gen 2 is recommended for students and casual multimedia use, with a strong speaker and display for the price.
9.0
Typical Tech Lad
≈ estimated
20/06/2026
Full review · speakers, gaming, battery and cameras
Verdict
Lenovo Tab Plus Gen 2 is a strong pick for media, with limits in gaming and design.
Overview video
Overview video
Overview video

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

7.0
mynexttablet.com
≈ estimated
01/09/2026
Hands-on test · Speaker-focused tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo Tab Plus Gen 2 is a loud, speaker-first tablet with a bright 120Hz screen, but its weight and weak gaming limit it to light use.
8.0
trustedreviews.com
✓ explicit
20/10/2026
Hands-on test · Entertainment tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo Tab Plus Gen 2 is built for Netflix and music, with a loud speaker and kickstand, but only two Android updates will limit how long it stays current.
7.0
mynexttablet.com
≈ estimated
20/10/2026
Extended testing · 13-inch tablet
Verdict
The Yoga Tab Plus Gen 2 suits buyers who want its keyboard and stylus, with strong speakers, but its short battery life and missing fingerprint scanner hold it back.
7.0
tabletblog.de
≈ estimated
01/09/2026
Hands-on test · Speaker-focused tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo Tab Plus Gen 2 has loud speakers and a bright screen, but its slow chip limits you mostly to lighter or older games.
8.0
s2pmag.ch
≈ estimated
28/10/2026
Hands-on test · Sound-focused tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo Tab Plus Gen 2 is a sound-first tablet with JBL speakers that sound fuller than most tablets, but its weight makes it tiring to hold.
8.0
smartworld.it
✓ explicit
09/10/2026
Review · Quirky entertainment tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo Tab Plus Gen 2 is a quirky tablet for home streaming, with a loud speaker and a 360-degree stand, but it's too bulky to carry every day.
8.1
notebookcheck.nl
✓ explicit
18/09/2026
Lab test · Speaker-focused tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo Tab Plus Gen 2 is strong on sound and battery life, but its weight, missing fingerprint sensor and two Android updates hold it back.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Lenovo Tab Plus Gen 2

  • The 120 Hz refresh rate makes scrolling and games look smooth.
  • Nine speakers give fuller sound for films and music.
  • Dolby Vision and HDR10 support gives films richer highlights.
  • The 10200 mAh battery gives plenty of room for long viewing sessions.
  • The DCI-P3 color gamut covers a wide range of colors.
  • Phase-detection autofocus helps the camera lock focus quickly.

What customers don't like about Lenovo Tab Plus Gen 2

  • There is no 5G or LTE, so it needs Wi-Fi to get online.
  • Video recording tops out at 1080p and 30 fps.
  • The IP52 rating gives only light protection against water.
  • Update support is medium, so it will get updates for a limited time.
  • There is no optical image stabilization, so handheld video can look shaky.

Verdict

Smooth motion and loud sound are the reasons to pick the Lenovo Tab Plus Gen 2. Its 12.1-inch screen runs at 120 Hz, so scrolling and games look smooth. The 2560×1600 panel shows fine detail, and a peak of 400 nits keeps it readable in a bright room. Dolby Vision and HDR10 support helps films look richer. Nine speakers are the real highlight for music and video, and the DCI-P3 color gamut is wide. The 10200 mAh battery is large, and 256 GB of storage leaves room for games and downloads. The trade-off is that there is no 5G or LTE, so it stays on Wi-Fi. Phase-detection autofocus is on board, and the 8 MP front camera suits video calls. It suits someone who streams films and plays games at home.

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