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Lenovo Yoga Tablet 2 10 Android 4.4 Cellular (2GB + 16GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£310RAM capacity:2 GBInternal storage:16 GBScreen size:10.1 inchesChipset:Intel Atom Z3745

Lenovo Yoga Tablet 2 10 Android 4.4 Cellular (2GB + 16GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 10 expert reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Lenovo Yoga Tablet 2 10 Android 4.4 Cellular (2GB + 16GB)
6.4/10

Overall score

Score
6.4/ 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%

5.8

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

5.8

Reviews score

10%

?

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

â–¼Worse than 73% of tablets
7.2

Value for money

Value for money
7.2/ 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%

6.4

Overall score

30%

8.9

Price

â–¼Worse than 72%
5.8

Technical score

Technical score
5.8/ 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%

4.9

Performance

20%

5.2

Display

16%

6.4

Camera

14%

6.9

Battery

12%

6.4

Connectivity

8%

6.1

Software

5%

5.3

Design

3%

5.5

Audio

â–¼Worse than 60%
5.8

Reviews score

Reviews score
5.8/ 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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5.8

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

80%

7.8

Average grade

20%

7.7

Popularity

Grades by review (10)
10 reviews: 7 with a printed score, 3 estimated from the review. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 72%
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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~ £310
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.
Other versions:
2GB + 16GB2GB + 32GB

What reviewers say about the Lenovo Yoga Tablet 2 10 Android 4.4 Cellular (2GB + 16GB)

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Reviewers enjoy the rich sound, long battery and useful stand, but dislike the app drawer layout; display opinions are split.
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Technical Specifications of tablet Lenovo Yoga Tablet 2 10 Android 4.4 Cellular (2GB + 16GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.8/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
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Score components:

22%

4.9

Performance

20%

5.2

Display

16%

6.4

Camera

14%

6.9

Battery

12%

6.4

Connectivity

8%

6.1

Software

5%

5.3

Design

3%

5.5

Audio

5.8
Reviews score
5.8
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.2/ 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
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Score components:

70%

6.4

Overall score

30%

8.9

Price

7.2
RAM capacity
2 GB
Market range: <1 GB – >8 GB
This tablet has 2 GB of RAM, which is less than 61.3% of tablets and equal to 15.5% of tablets.
Process node
22 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 22 nm process, which is larger than 57.9% of tablets and equal to 7.2% of tablets.
Internal storage
16 GB
Market range: <16 GB – >256 GB
This tablet has 16 GB of internal storage, which is less than 78.8% of tablets and equal to 14.8% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
?
Chipset
Intel Atom Z3745
This tablet runs on Intel Atom Z3745, which is less advanced than 77.6% of tablets and equal to 1% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Screen resolution
1920×1200
This tablet has a 1920×1200 screen, which is sharper than 39.1% of tablets and equal to 18.8% 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
224 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 224 ppi, which is higher than 50.1% of tablets and equal to 11.5% 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
8 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a rear camera with 8 MP resolution, which is higher than 36.4% of tablets and equal to 31.9% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
1.6 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 1.6 MP resolution, which is lower than 79.9% of tablets and equal to 0.9% 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
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
9,600 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 9,600 mAh battery capacity, which is larger than 85.5% of tablets and equal to 0.3% of tablets.
Charging speed
10 W
Market range: <10 W – >45 W
This tablet charges at 10 W, which is slower than 60.9% of tablets and equal to 33.3% 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.
mixed use
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets offer this.
Fast charging
no
This tablet does not support fast charging. 56.9% 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
short
This tablet offers short update support, which is shorter than the support period of 52.4% of tablets and equal to that of 47.6% 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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What reviewers say
IP rating
not rated
This tablet's IP rating is not rated, which is less protected than 16.5% of tablets and the same as 83.6% of tablets.
Weight
619 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 619 g, which is heavier than 80.1% of tablets and equal to 0.1% 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
N/A
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Number of microphones
?
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this.
Dolby Atmos support
no
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.3% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
2
Market range: <2 – >4
This tablet includes 2 speakers, which is more than in 9.8% of tablets and equal to the number in 60.8% 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 Yoga Tablet 2 10 Android 4.4 Cellular (2GB + 16GB) 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.
    mixed use
    18 hours vs 10 hours
  • 45.5% larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a larger battery capacity than the average tablet (9,600 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    9,600 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.
  • Supports slow-motion video
    This tablet supports slow-motion recording, while the average tablet does not. 37.3% of tablets support slow-motion recording.
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Intel Atom Z3745 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Intel Atom Z3745 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 0.8 mm thinner
    This tablet is thinner than the average tablet (7.2 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    7.2 mm vs 8 mm
  • 4 nits higher typical brightness
    This tablet has a higher typical brightness than the average tablet (404 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    404 nits vs 400 nits
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Intel Atom Z3745 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Intel Atom Z3745 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 4 nits higher typical brightness
    This tablet has a higher typical brightness than the average tablet (404 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    404 nits vs 400 nits
  • 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.
    mixed use
    18 hours vs 10 hours
  • 45.5% larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a larger battery capacity than the average tablet (9,600 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    9,600 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.
  • 0.8 mm thinner
    This tablet is thinner than the average tablet (7.2 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    7.2 mm vs 8 mm
  • 3.4 MP lower front resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution front camera than the average tablet (1.6 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    1.6 MP vs 5 MP
  • No USB-C port
    This tablet does not have a USB Type-C port, while the average tablet does. 54% of tablets have one.
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (4 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    4 vs 8
  • Shorter update support
    This tablet offers shorter update support than the average tablet (short vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    short vs medium
  • No fast charging
    This tablet does not support fast charging, while the average tablet does. 56.8% of tablets support fast charging.
  • 75 nits dimmer screen
    This tablet is dimmer than the average tablet (326 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    326 nits vs 401 nits
  • Older Wi-Fi standard
    This tablet has an older Wi-Fi standard than the average tablet (Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)).
    Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
  • 2 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM than the average tablet (2 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    2 GB vs 4 GB
  • 17.1% lower review score
    Reviews score
    5.8/ 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
    â–¼
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    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models

    5.8

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

    80%

    7.8

    Average grade

    20%

    7.7

    Popularity

    Grades by review (10)
    10 reviews: 7 with a printed score, 3 estimated from the review. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    5.8 vs 7.0
  • 5.6% worse value for money
    Lenovo Yoga Tablet 2 10 Android 4.4 Cellular (2GB + 16GB) has worse value for money than the average tablet (7.15 vs 7.6).
    7.15 vs 7.55
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (4 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    4 vs 8
  • 2 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM than the average tablet (2 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    2 GB vs 4 GB
  • 75% less internal storage
    This tablet has less internal storage than the average tablet (16 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    16 GB vs 64 GB
  • No big.LITTLE architecture
    This tablet does not support big.LITTLE architecture, while the average tablet does. 51.7% of tablets support big.LITTLE architecture.
  • 52.2% slower GPU clock
    This tablet runs its GPU slower than the average tablet (311 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet runs its GPU at 650 MHz.
    311 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • 799 MHz slower RAM speed
    This tablet has a lower RAM speed than the average tablet (1,067 MHz vs 1,866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1,866 MHz.
    1,067 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • 57.1% larger process node
    This tablet has a larger process node than the average tablet (22 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet is built on 14 nm.
    22 nm vs 14 nm
  • More basic graphics
    This tablet has less advanced graphics than the average tablet (Intel HD Graphics vs Mali-G51).
    Intel HD Graphics vs Mali-G51
  • 5 years older
    This tablet was released earlier than the average tablet (2014 vs 2019). The average tablet was released in 2019.
    October 2014
    2014 vs 2019
  • 7% lower CPU speed
    This tablet has a lower CPU speed than the average tablet (1.9 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    1.86 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 75 nits dimmer screen
    This tablet is dimmer than the average tablet (326 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    326 nits vs 401 nits
  • 3.4 MP lower front resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution front camera than the average tablet (1.6 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    1.6 MP vs 5 MP
  • 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 timelapse video
    This tablet does not support timelapse video, while the average tablet does. 57.5% of tablets support timelapse video.
  • No fast charging
    This tablet does not support fast charging, while the average tablet does. 56.8% of tablets support fast charging.
  • 44.4% slower charging
    This tablet charges slower than the average tablet (10 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    10 W vs 18 W
  • No USB-C port
    This tablet does not have a USB Type-C port, while the average tablet does. 54% of tablets have one.
  • Older Wi-Fi standard
    This tablet has an older Wi-Fi standard than the average tablet (Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)).
    Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This tablet has an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (4 vs 5).
    4 vs 5
  • Shorter update support
    This tablet offers shorter update support than the average tablet (short vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    short vs medium
  • No split-screen
    This tablet does not support split-screen, the average tablet does. 72.8% of tablets support split-screen.
  • 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 full-page screenshots
    This tablet does not support full-page screenshots, the average tablet does. 53% of tablets support full-page screenshots.
  • No location privacy
    This tablet does not support location privacy, while the average tablet does. 76.7% 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.
  • No offline voice recognition
    This tablet does not support offline voice recognition, the average tablet does. 76.4% of tablets support offline voice recognition.
  • 26.3% heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (619 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    619 g vs 490 g
  • 79.7 mm wider
    This tablet is wider than the average tablet (255 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    255 mm vs 175.3 mm

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

7.0
cnet.com
✓ explicit
19/12/2014
Hands-on review · Everyday use
Verdict
The Lenovo Yoga Tablet 2 has a useful kickstand and long battery life, but its stripped-down skin and uneven performance make it hard to recommend.
8.0
pcmag.com
✓ explicit
16/12/2014
Lab review · Entry-level tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo Yoga Tablet 2 suits basic media and web use, with a sharp full HD screen and a handy kickstand, but its software tweaks are questionable.
8.0
uk.pcmag.com
✓ explicit
16/12/2014
Lab test · Budget Android tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo Yoga Tablet 2 is a sharp, low-price Android tablet with a handy kickstand, but its software and multi-window limits make it a compromise.
8.0
expertreviews.co.uk
✓ explicit
15/12/2014
Lab test · Display and battery
Verdict
The Lenovo Yoga Tablet 2 is a good all-rounder with a sharp full HD screen and long battery life, but its colors are below average.
8.0
laptopmag.com
✓ explicit
02/12/2014
Full review · Benchmark tests
Verdict
The Lenovo Yoga Tablet 2 suits media viewing with four stand modes and loud speakers, but it is heavy to hold.
7.0
androidcentral.com
≈ estimated
28/11/2014
Two-week test · Video tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo Yoga Tablet 2 is a strong video-watching tablet with loud Dolby speakers and a useful stand, but fuzzy text and poor landscape app support hold it back.
8.0
coolsmartphone.com
≈ estimated
28/10/2014
Hands-on review · Software and cameras
Verdict
The Lenovo Yoga Tablet 2 is a useful all-rounder with a good rear camera and loud speakers, but its equalizer is fiddly and its screen a little low-res.
8.0
trustedreviews.com
✓ explicit
10/10/2014
Full review · Value tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo Yoga Tablet 2 is a great-value tablet, easy to recommend for its versatile stand, loud speakers and long battery life.
8.0
xataka.com
≈ estimated
03/07/2015
Hands-on review · Multimedia tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo Yoga Tablet 2 has a sharp screen and long battery life, but its skin, weak low-light camera and limited split-screen apps let it down.
7.0
fwd.nl
✓ explicit
07/11/2014
Hands-on test · Kickstand tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo Yoga Tablet 2 10 stands out for its built-in stand and battery life past 16 hours, but its Android skin and camera placement disappoint.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Lenovo Yoga Tablet 2 10 Android 4.4 Cellular (2GB + 16GB)

  • Exceptional battery life, often lasting up to 15-18 hours or nearly two days of normal use.
  • Versatile built-in kickstand that supports multiple modes: Hold, Tilt, Stand, and Hang.
  • High-quality 10.1-inch 1920x1200 IPS display that is bright and offers wide viewing angles.
  • Front-facing stereo speakers with Dolby surround sound that provide loud and clear audio.
  • The cylindrical 'battery bulge' provides a comfortable ergonomic grip for one-handed use in portrait mode.
  • Includes a microSD card slot for expandable storage.
  • Cellular connectivity (4G LTE) available on specific models for on-the-go internet access.

What customers don't like about Lenovo Yoga Tablet 2 10 Android 4.4 Cellular (2GB + 16GB)

  • Heavily modified Android 4.4 KitKat UI (Lenovo launcher) is often described as clunky, cluttersome, and lacking an app drawer.
  • The unique cylindrical design adds significant weight (approx. 619g), making it heavier than most traditional 10-inch tablets.
  • Performance can be inconsistent, with reports of occasional lag, stuttering animations, or apps crashing during intensive tasks.
  • Charging speed is noted as quite slow, sometimes taking several hours to reach full capacity.
  • The placement of the power button on the spine makes it prone to accidental presses when holding the device in landscape mode.
  • Screen color accuracy is reported to be below average, sometimes appearing slightly 'cold' or pixelated in specific apps.
  • Rear camera can be awkward to use due to its placement and often produces washed-out or soft images.

Verdict

The Lenovo Yoga Tablet 2 10 is a versatile 10.1-inch Android 4.4 KitKat tablet powered by a quad-core 1.86GHz Intel Atom Z3745 processor, 2GB of RAM, and 16GB of expandable storage. Its defining characteristic is a multi-mode cylindrical spine with an integrated kickstand that allows for 'Hold,' 'Tilt,' 'Stand,' and 'Hang' positions, while also housing a massive 9,600mAh battery that provides exceptional endurance of up to 18 hours. Main pros include its sharp 1920 x 1200 IPS display, loud front-facing stereo speakers with Dolby Audio, and reliable 4G LTE cellular connectivity for on-the-go use. However, notable cons include a heavily skinned user interface that lacks an app drawer, occasional performance stutters during intensive gaming, and a relatively heavy, unbalanced build that can strain the wrist during extended handheld use.

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