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Lenovo Yoga Tab 3 Plus 4G (3GB + 32GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£260RAM capacity:3 GBInternal storage:32 GBScreen size:10.1 inchesChipset:Qualcomm Snapdragon 625

Lenovo Yoga Tab 3 Plus 4G (3GB + 32GB) 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.

7.4/10

Overall score

Score
7.4/ 10
✕
What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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Score components

35%

6.9

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

7.8

Reviews score

10%

8.0

Sentiment score

â–²Better than 69% of tablets
7.9

Value for money

Value for money
7.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 73% of models
Score components

70%

7.4

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

â–²Better than 73%
6.9

Technical score

Technical score
6.9/ 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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Score components

22%

5.2

Performance

20%

6.8

Display

16%

7.8

Camera

14%

8.2

Battery

12%

7.2

Connectivity

8%

7.7

Software

5%

5.5

Design

3%

8.4

Audio

â–²Better than 66%
7.8

Reviews score

Reviews score
7.8/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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80%

8.1

Average grade

20%

6.9

Popularity

Grades by review (5)
3 reviews: 2 with a printed score, 1 estimated from the review. 2 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.
â–¼Worse than 51%
?

List score

List score
7.5/ 10
✕
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~ £260
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.

What reviewers say about the Lenovo Yoga Tab 3 Plus 4G (3GB + 32GB)

Based on 3 · 3

Reviewers praise the long battery life, sharp screen and handy stand, but find it heavy and dislike the software.
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Criticised
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What owners say about the Lenovo Yoga Tab 3 Plus 4G (3GB + 32GB)

Based on 57 owners sharing their experience in online comments

53%positive10%mixed37%negative

Owners praise the screen, battery life, and speakers, while update problems and uneven media playback draw the sharpest complaints.

What owners dislike

  • Owners say the tablet stopped getting system updates early, with many stuck on Android 6.0 and no official newer version released.5
  • Owners say the screen looks washed out or too dark, and some report flickering on bright backgrounds, even after updates.4
  • Owners say some updates fixed one problem but caused others, such as a camera that would no longer focus after updating to Android 7.1.1.3
  • Owners say the speaker sound is dull or weak when playing music or video, especially in apps like MX Player.3
  • Owners say audio falls out of sync with video in some apps, such as VLC, and one owner found that switching the audio output setting fixed it.3
  • Owners say the 32GB internal storage fills up fast, and an SD card formatted as FAT cannot store files larger than 4GB, which limits HD movies.3

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

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Technical Specifications of tablet Lenovo Yoga Tab 3 Plus 4G (3GB + 32GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.9/ 10
✕
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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 66% of models
Score components:

22%

5.2

Performance

20%

6.8

Display

16%

7.8

Camera

14%

8.2

Battery

12%

7.2

Connectivity

8%

7.7

Software

5%

5.5

Design

3%

8.4

Audio

6.9
Reviews score
7.8
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 73% of models
Score components:

70%

7.4

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

7.9
RAM capacity
3 GB
Market range: <1 GB – >8 GB
This tablet has 3 GB of RAM, which is less than 52.9% of tablets and equal to 8.4% of tablets.
Process node
28 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 28 nm process, which is larger than 65.1% of tablets and equal to 17.6% of tablets.
Internal storage
32 GB
Market range: <16 GB – >256 GB
This tablet has 32 GB of internal storage, which is less than 60.9% of tablets and equal to 17.9% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
656 points
Market range: <233 points – >2.3k points
This tablet scores 656 points in single-core tests, which is lower than 55.8% of tablets.
Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon 625
This tablet runs on Qualcomm Snapdragon 625, which is more advanced than 56.5% of tablets and equal to 0.2% of tablets.
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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
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >120 Hz
This tablet has a 60 Hz screen, which is smoother than 0.1% of tablets and equal to 73.4% of tablets.
Display type
IPS LCD
This tablet uses a IPS LCD display type. 17% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
299 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 299 ppi, which is higher than 91.3% of tablets and equal to 1% of tablets.
Display glass type
?
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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
Market range: <3.15 MP – >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
5 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 5 MP resolution, which is higher than 48.6% of tablets and equal to 19.7% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
f/2.2
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/2.2, which is wider than 30.1% of tablets and equal to 27.3% of tablets.
Optical zoom
N/A
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Battery capacity
9,300 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 9,300 mAh battery capacity, which is larger than 84.4% of tablets.
Charging speed
24 W
Market range: <10 W – >45 W
This tablet charges at 24 W, which is faster than 69% of tablets and equal to 1.4% of tablets.
Battery life
18 hours
Market range: <7 hours – >16 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.
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
yes
This tablet has built-in LTE. 57.1% of tablets offer this.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This tablet connects to Wi-Fi. 0.2% of tablets offer this.
GPS
yes
This tablet has built-in GPS. 17.1% of tablets offer this.
5G connectivity
no
This tablet does not support 5G. 8.1% of tablets offer this.
NFC
no
This tablet does not include NFC. 10.8% of tablets offer this.
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Operating system
Android
This tablet uses the Android operating system, which is more advanced than the one used by 23.2%.
Update support duration
medium
This tablet offers medium update support, which is longer than the support period of 47.6% of tablets and equal to that of 32.4% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
yes
This tablet supports direct OS updates. 20.3% of tablets offer this.
On-device AI
?
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
637 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 637 g, which is heavier than 82.3% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.7% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
no
This tablet does not support a keyboard accessory. 84.3% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
N/A
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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
4
Market range: <2 – >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 Yoga Tab 3 Plus 4G (3GB + 32GB) vs the average tablet

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  • 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.
    18 hours vs 10 hours
  • 499 nits brighter screen
    This tablet is brighter than the average tablet (900 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    900 nits vs 401 nits
  • 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
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 40.9% larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a larger battery capacity than the average tablet (9,300 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    9,300 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • 35.3% sharper screen detail
    This tablet has sharper screen detail than the average tablet (299 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    299 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • More advanced graphics
    This tablet has more advanced graphics than the average tablet (Adreno 506 vs Mali-G51).
    Adreno 506 vs Mali-G51
  • 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
  • 11.4% higher review score
    Reviews score
    7.8/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models

    80%

    8.1

    Average grade

    20%

    6.9

    Popularity

    Grades by review (5)
    3 reviews: 2 with a printed score, 1 estimated from the review. 2 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.
    7.8 vs 7.0
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • More advanced graphics
    This tablet has more advanced graphics than the average tablet (Adreno 506 vs Mali-G51).
    Adreno 506 vs Mali-G51
  • 499 nits brighter screen
    This tablet is brighter than the average tablet (900 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    900 nits vs 401 nits
  • 35.3% sharper screen detail
    This tablet has sharper screen detail than the average tablet (299 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    299 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • 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
  • Includes anti-reflection coating
    This tablet has anti-reflection coating, the average tablet does not. 24.6% of tablets use anti-reflection coating.
  • 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 PDAF
    This tablet supports PDAF, the average tablet does not. 28% of tablets support PDAF.
  • Manual focus control
    This tablet supports manual focus, while the average tablet does not. 36.9% of tablets support manual focus.
  • Supports slow-motion video
    This tablet supports slow-motion recording, while the average tablet does not. 37.3% of tablets support slow-motion recording.
  • 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.
    18 hours vs 10 hours
  • 40.9% larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a larger battery capacity than the average tablet (9,300 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    9,300 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • 33.3% faster charging
    This tablet charges faster than the average tablet (24 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    24 W vs 18 W
  • 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.
  • 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
  • 3.32 mm thinner
    This tablet is thinner than the average tablet (4.7 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    4.68 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.
  • 65.3% lower multi-core score
    This tablet has a lower multi-core score than the average tablet (656 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in multi-core tests.
    656 points vs 1,891 points
  • No manual exposure control
    This tablet does not support manual exposure, while the average tablet does. 63.6% of tablets support manual exposure.
  • No picture-in-picture mode
    This tablet does not support picture-in-picture, the average tablet does. 61.4% of tablets support picture-in-picture.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This tablet has an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (4 vs 5).
    4 vs 5
  • 2x larger process node
    This tablet has a larger process node than the average tablet (28 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet is built on 14 nm.
    28 nm vs 14 nm
  • 30% heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (637 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    637 g vs 490 g
  • No camera and mic privacy
    This tablet does not support camera and mic privacy, while the average tablet does. 56.6% of tablets offer this.
  • 933 MHz slower RAM speed
    This tablet has a lower RAM speed than the average tablet (933 MHz vs 1,866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1,866 MHz.
    933 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • 65.3% lower multi-core score
    This tablet has a lower multi-core score than the average tablet (656 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in multi-core tests.
    656 points vs 1,891 points
  • 2x larger process node
    This tablet has a larger process node than the average tablet (28 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet is built on 14 nm.
    28 nm vs 14 nm
  • 933 MHz slower RAM speed
    This tablet has a lower RAM speed than the average tablet (933 MHz vs 1,866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1,866 MHz.
    933 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • 50% less internal storage
    This tablet has less internal storage than the average tablet (32 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    32 GB vs 64 GB
  • 1 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM than the average tablet (3 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    3 GB vs 4 GB
  • 3 years older
    This tablet was released earlier than the average tablet (2016 vs 2019). The average tablet was released in 2019.
    September 2016
    2016 vs 2019
  • No manual exposure control
    This tablet does not support manual exposure, while the average tablet does. 63.6% of tablets support manual exposure.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This tablet has an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (4 vs 5).
    4 vs 5
  • No face recognition
    This tablet does not have face recognition, the average tablet does. 56.4% of tablets support face recognition.
  • No Ethernet support
    This tablet does not have Ethernet support, the average tablet does. 76.5% of tablets support Ethernet.
  • No picture-in-picture mode
    This tablet does not support picture-in-picture, the average tablet does. 61.4% of tablets support picture-in-picture.
  • No camera and mic privacy
    This tablet does not support camera and mic privacy, while the average tablet does. 56.6% of tablets offer this.
  • No dark mode
    This tablet does not support dark mode, while the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets offer this.
  • 30% heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (637 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    637 g vs 490 g
  • No keyboard accessory
    This tablet does not support a keyboard accessory, the average tablet does. 84.2% of tablets support a keyboard accessory.

Video reviews

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

9.0
BarneysTechWorld
≈ estimated
02/08/2017
Long-term review · 6 months of use
Verdict
Lenovo Yoga Tab 3 Plus 4G is great on screen, battery and price, and it held up well, though updates and the audio app are weak.
9.0
BarneysTechWorld
≈ estimated
26/01/2017
First look · unboxing and first impressions
Verdict
Lenovo Yoga Tab 3 Plus 4G makes a very good first impression with an excellent screen and speakers; a full review is to follow.
Brand video
Hands-on video, no verdict

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
techadvisor.com
✓ explicit
01/08/2018
Hands-on review · Media tablet
Verdict
The Yoga Tab 3 Plus is a cheaper iPad rival for films, with a built-in stand, sharp screen and long battery, though its odd design won't suit everyone.
8.2
pcwelt.de
✓ explicit
27/01/2017
Lab test · Media tablet
Verdict
The Yoga Tab 3 Plus is a strong media tablet with excellent battery life and a bright screen, but it is heavy and cannot handle demanding games.
8.0
quechoisir.org
≈ estimated
18/11/2017
Consumer test · Media tablet
Verdict
The Yoga Tab 3 Plus is a good-value media tablet with a long-lasting battery and sharp screen, but it is heavy and can't show two apps at once.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Lenovo Yoga Tab 3 Plus 4G (3GB + 32GB)

  • High-resolution 2K (2560 x 1600) IPS display with excellent sharpness and viewing angles.
  • Exceptional battery life, often lasting close to the advertised 18 hours for media playback.
  • Versatile built-in kickstand that allows for various viewing angles and hanging the device.
  • Powerful four-speaker front-facing audio system with Dolby Atmos support.
  • Premium-feeling build quality with a faux leather back and aluminum spine.
  • Splash-proof IP52 certification for added durability in kitchens or bathrooms.

What customers don't like about Lenovo Yoga Tab 3 Plus 4G (3GB + 32GB)

  • Persistent audio-visual synchronization issues in popular apps like YouTube and Netflix.
  • Performance can feel sluggish or 'jerky' due to optimization issues or limited RAM (3GB) for multitasking.
  • Heavier and bulkier than standard tablets, making it less comfortable for long-term one-handed use.
  • Rear camera quality is generally poor, often producing grainy images.
  • Power button placement on the side of the spine leads to frequent accidental presses.
  • Software updates are often slow or inconsistent, with some major features reportedly breaking after updates.

Verdict

The Lenovo Yoga Tab 3 Plus 4G is a versatile 10.1-inch Android tablet featuring a sharp QHD (2560 x 1600) IPS display and a signature integrated aluminum kickstand that supports four usage modes: stand, hold, tilt, and hang. It is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 652 octa-core processor with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of expandable storage, alongside 4G LTE connectivity for on-the-go use. Main pros include its massive 9,300mAh battery providing up to 18 hours of life, a splash-proof IP52-certified build, and a superior multimedia experience delivered by four front-facing JBL speakers with Dolby Atmos. However, notable cons include its relatively heavy 637g weight, lack of a fingerprint sensor, and reported software-related audio-video sync issues in some units.

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