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T-Mobile T-Tablet 2 Cellular (6GB + 128GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£180RAM capacity:6 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:10.1 inchesChipset:MediaTek MT8755

T-Mobile T-Tablet 2 Cellular (6GB + 128GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 1 expert reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

6.9/10

Overall score

Score
6.9/ 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%

6.6

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

6.6

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 53% 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%

6.9

Overall score

30%

9.6

Price

â–²Better than 57%
6.6

Technical score

Technical score
6.6/ 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%

7.3

Performance

20%

6.2

Display

16%

7.2

Camera

14%

3.4

Battery

12%

8.1

Connectivity

8%

8.6

Software

5%

5.7

Design

3%

6.6

Audio

â–²Better than 61%
6.6

Reviews score

Reviews score
6.6/ 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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6.6

Mark 7.3 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%

5.0

Popularity

Grades by review (1)
1 review, with a printed score. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 61%
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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~ £180
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Technical Specifications of tablet T-Mobile T-Tablet 2 Cellular (6GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.6/ 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%

7.3

Performance

20%

6.2

Display

16%

7.2

Camera

14%

3.4

Battery

12%

8.1

Connectivity

8%

8.6

Software

5%

5.7

Design

3%

6.6

Audio

6.6
Reviews score
6.6
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%

6.9

Overall score

30%

9.6

Price

7.7
RAM capacity
6 GB
This tablet has 6 GB of RAM, which is more than 65% of tablets and equal to 7.1% 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
?
Chipset
MediaTek MT8755
This tablet runs on MediaTek MT8755, which is less advanced than 87.2% of tablets.
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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
60 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
231 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 231 ppi, which is higher than 64.8% of tablets.
Display glass type
?
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Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical stabilisation. 0.4% of tablets offer this.
Main camera megapixels
8 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
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
?
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
6,000 mAh
This tablet has 6,000 mAh battery capacity, which is smaller than 54.2% of tablets and equal to 4.2% of tablets.
Charging speed
15 W
This tablet charges at 15 W, which is slower than 52.1% of tablets and equal to 6.3% of tablets.
Battery life
1 hour
This tablet has a battery life of 1 hour, which is shorter than that of 100% of tablets.
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets offer this.
Fast charging
?
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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
yes
This tablet supports 5G. 91.9% 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 15
This tablet uses the Android 15 operating system, which is more advanced than the one used by 91.9%.
Update support duration
long
This tablet offers long update support, which is longer than the support period of 80% of tablets and equal to that of 20% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
no
This tablet does not support direct OS updates. 79.8% 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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IP rating
IP54
This tablet's IP rating is IP54, which is more protected than 91.8% of tablets and the same as 1.3% of tablets.
Weight
490 g
This tablet weighs 490 g, which is lighter than 49.3% of tablets and equal to 2.1% 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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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
no
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.3% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
2
This tablet includes 2 speakers, which is more than in 9.8% of tablets and equal to the number in 60.8% of tablets.
FM radio
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer this.
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T-Mobile T-Tablet 2 Cellular (6GB + 128GB) vs the average tablet

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  • Supports 5G
    This tablet supports 5G, while the average tablet does not. 8.1% of tablets support 5G.
  • More advanced operating system
    This tablet has a more advanced operating system than the average tablet (Android 15 vs Android). Operating system choice shapes app support, updates, and ecosystem features.
    Android 15 vs Android
  • 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 dust and water protection
    This tablet offers better dust and water protection than the average tablet (IP54 vs not rated).
    IP54 vs not rated
  • Longer update support
    This tablet offers longer update support than the average tablet (long vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    long vs medium
  • Supports eSIM
    This tablet supports eSIM, the average tablet does not. 11.3% of tablets support eSIM.
  • 20% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (2.4 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    2.4 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 20% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (2.4 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    2.4 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 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
  • 64.9% faster GPU clock
    This tablet runs its GPU faster than the average tablet (1,072 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet runs its GPU at 650 MHz.
    1,072 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • More advanced memory type
    This tablet uses more advanced memory than the average tablet (LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3).
    LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3
  • 2 GB more RAM
    This tablet has more RAM than the average tablet (6 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    6 GB vs 4 GB
  • 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.
  • 6 years newer
    This tablet was released more recently than the average tablet (2025 vs 2019). The average tablet was released in 2019.
    August 2025
    2025 vs 2019
  • 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
  • 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
  • 4.5% sharper screen detail
    This tablet has sharper screen detail than the average tablet (231 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    231 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 manual ISO
    This tablet supports manual ISO, while the average tablet does not. 45.9% of tablets support manual ISO.
  • Supports 5G
    This tablet supports 5G, while the average tablet does not. 8.1% of tablets support 5G.
  • Supports LTE
    This tablet supports LTE, while the average tablet does not. 42.9% of tablets support LTE.
  • Supports eSIM
    This tablet supports eSIM, the average tablet does not. 11.3% of tablets support eSIM.
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This tablet has a newer Bluetooth version than the average tablet (5.3 vs 5).
    5.3 vs 5
  • Supports cellular data
    This tablet supports cellular data, while the average tablet does not. 47.4% of tablets offer this.
  • More advanced operating system
    This tablet has a more advanced operating system than the average tablet (Android 15 vs Android). Operating system choice shapes app support, updates, and ecosystem features.
    Android 15 vs Android
  • Longer update support
    This tablet offers longer update support than the average tablet (long vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    long vs medium
  • Includes on-device AI
    This tablet includes on-device AI, the average tablet does not. 28.3% of tablets include on-device AI.
  • Supports app offloading
    This tablet supports app offloading, while the average tablet does not. 26.3% 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 (IP54 vs not rated).
    IP54 vs not rated
  • 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 LDAC
    This tablet supports LDAC, the average tablet does not. 25.3% of tablets support LDAC.
  • Supports Bluetooth LE Audio
    This tablet supports Bluetooth LE Audio, the average tablet does not. 11.4% of tablets support Bluetooth LE Audio.
  • 9 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (1 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    1 hours vs 10 hours
  • No direct OS updates
    This tablet does not support direct OS updates, while the average tablet does. 79.7% of tablets offer this.
  • No manual exposure control
    This tablet does not support manual exposure, while the average tablet does. 63.6% of tablets support manual exposure.
  • 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.
  • Less vivid contrast
    This tablet has less contrast than the average tablet (800:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    800:1 vs 1,015:1
  • No panorama mode
    This tablet does not support panorama mode, while the average tablet does. 78.6% of tablets support panorama mode.
  • No keyboard accessory
    This tablet does not support a keyboard accessory, the average tablet does. 84.2% of tablets support a keyboard accessory.
  • No timelapse video
    This tablet does not support timelapse video, while the average tablet does. 57.5% of tablets support timelapse video.
  • 5.7% lower review score
    Reviews score
    6.6/ 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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    6.6

    Mark 7.3 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%

    5.0

    Popularity

    Grades by review (1)
    1 review, with a printed score. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    6.6 vs 7.0
  • 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 vivid contrast
    This tablet has less contrast than the average tablet (800:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    800:1 vs 1,015:1
  • No manual exposure control
    This tablet does not support manual exposure, while the average tablet does. 63.6% of tablets support manual exposure.
  • 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 panorama mode
    This tablet does not support panorama mode, while the average tablet does. 78.6% of tablets support panorama mode.
  • No timelapse video
    This tablet does not support timelapse video, while the average tablet does. 57.5% of tablets support timelapse video.
  • 9 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (1 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    1 hours vs 10 hours
  • 9.1% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a smaller battery capacity than the average tablet (6,000 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    6,000 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • 16.7% slower charging
    This tablet charges slower than the average tablet (15 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    15 W vs 18 W
  • No direct OS updates
    This tablet does not support direct OS updates, while the average tablet does. 79.7% of tablets offer this.
  • No keyboard accessory
    This tablet does not support a keyboard accessory, the average tablet does. 84.2% of tablets support a keyboard accessory.
  • 64.9 mm wider
    This tablet is wider than the average tablet (240.2 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    240.2 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • 0.5 mm thicker
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (8.5 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    8.5 mm vs 8 mm
  • 40.2 mm taller
    This tablet is taller than the average tablet (240.2 mm vs 200 mm). The average tablet is 200 mm tall.
    240.2 mm vs 200 mm

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

7.5
telepolis.pl
✓ explicit
23/08/2025
Hands-on test · Budget reading tablet
Verdict
The T-Mobile T-Tablet 2 is a budget tablet whose matte NXTPAPER screen suits reading and note-taking, though it is hard to read in full sun and its cameras are average.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about T-Mobile T-Tablet 2 Cellular (6GB + 128GB)

  • Affordable price point, often available for free with specific T-Mobile service plans
  • Reliable 5G cellular connectivity for on-the-go internet access
  • Excellent battery life, capable of over 10 hours of screen-on time for media consumption
  • Solid and sturdy build quality despite being a budget-tier device
  • Near-stock Android experience with very little pre-installed bloatware
  • Good display quality for the price, suitable for streaming and video playback

What customers don't like about T-Mobile T-Tablet 2 Cellular (6GB + 128GB)

  • Lackluster camera performance, particularly in low-light conditions
  • Slow charging speeds, typically limited to 15W which can take over 3 hours for a full charge
  • Mediocre speakers that lack bass and may sound tinny
  • Uncertain or limited long-term software update support
  • Performance may lag or struggle under heavy multitasking or high-end gaming
  • Limited built-in storage (typically 64GB or 128GB) for power users, though expandable via microSD

Verdict

The T-Mobile T Tablet 2 (2025) is an affordable 5G cellular tablet featuring a 10.1-inch IPS LCD display with a 1200 x 2000 resolution and a MediaTek MT8755 octa-core processor. This specific configuration is equipped with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage, expandable via microSD, and runs on Android 15 with a promise of up to six major OS upgrades. Main characteristics include a 6,000mAh battery supporting 15W charging, 8MP front and rear cameras, and dual SIM capability (Nano-SIM and eSIM). Pros include its competitive pricing, long-term software support, IP54 dust and splash resistance, and integrated stylus support. However, it lacks a fingerprint sensor, has relatively slow 15W charging for its battery size, and the budget chipset may struggle with high-end gaming.

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