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Teclast M30 4G (4GB + 64GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£160RAM capacity:4 GBInternal storage:64 GBScreen size:10.1 inchesChipset:MediaTek Helio X27

Teclast M30 4G (4GB + 64GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 8 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

6.2/10

Overall score

Score
6.2/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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Score components

35%

5.6

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

5.6

Reviews score

10%

5.6

Sentiment score

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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%

6.2

Overall score

30%

9.7

Price

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5.6

Technical score

Technical score
5.6/ 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%

5.2

Performance

20%

6.4

Display

16%

6.0

Camera

14%

3.2

Battery

12%

7.3

Connectivity

8%

6.4

Software

5%

4.5

Design

3%

5.3

Audio

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5.6

Reviews score

Reviews score
5.6/ 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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5.6

Mark 7.7 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%

7.4

Popularity

Grades by review (8)
1 review, its grade estimated from the review text. 7 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 77%
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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~ £160
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.
Other versions:
4GB + 64GB4GB + 128GB

What reviewers say about the Teclast M30 4G (4GB + 64GB)

Based on 1 · 7

Reviewers love the long battery, ample storage and sturdy build, but agree the camera is poor; performance and display divide opinion.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
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What owners say about the Teclast M30 4G (4GB + 64GB)

Based on 29 owners sharing their experience in online comments

52%positive10%mixed38%negative

Owners praise its gaming ability and sturdy build, while slow performance and battery trouble are the biggest frustrations.

What owners dislike

  • Some games stutter or lag, and Lord Mobile runs slowly with poor graphics. One owner says briefly loading the processor makes it use fast cores.7
  • Some units stop charging near 50 percent or shut off at 70 percent, running only while plugged in. One battery tested 4200 mAh, not 7500.5
  • The tablet can restart or shut off on its own, and one owner says Roblox resets it during play.4

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

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Technical Specifications of tablet Teclast M30 4G (4GB + 64GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.6/ 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%

5.2

Performance

20%

6.4

Display

16%

6.0

Camera

14%

3.2

Battery

12%

7.3

Connectivity

8%

6.4

Software

5%

4.5

Design

3%

5.3

Audio

5.6
Reviews score
5.6
List score
?
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%

6.2

Overall score

30%

9.7

Price

7.2
RAM capacity
4 GB
This tablet has 4 GB of RAM, which is more than 47.2% of tablets and equal to 17.8% of tablets.
Process node
20 nm
This tablet is built on a 20 nm process, which is larger than 56.5% of tablets and equal to 1.4% of tablets.
Internal storage
64 GB
This tablet has 64 GB of internal storage, which is more than 39.1% of tablets and equal to 17% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
205 points
This tablet scores 205 points in single-core tests, which is lower than 92.4% of tablets and equal to 0.1% of tablets.
Chipset
MediaTek Helio X27
This tablet runs on MediaTek Helio X27, which is less advanced than 56.1% of tablets and equal to 0.4% of tablets.
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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
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
299 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
?
Front camera megapixels
2 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 2 MP resolution, which is lower than 53.8% of tablets and equal to 25.5% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
N/A
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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What reviewers say
Battery capacity
7,500 mAh
This tablet has 7,500 mAh battery capacity, which is larger than 63.4% of tablets and equal to 1.3% of tablets.
Charging speed
10 W
This tablet charges at 10 W, which is slower than 60.9% of tablets and equal to 33.3% of tablets.
Battery life
5.5 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 5.5 hours, which is shorter than that of 95% of tablets and equal to that of 0.5% of tablets.
screen-on time
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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What reviewers say
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
no
This tablet does not support direct OS updates. 79.8% of tablets offer this.
On-device AI
no
This tablet does not support on-device AI. 28.3% of tablets support this capability.
App tracking protection
no
This tablet does not support app tracking protection. 28.4% of tablets offer this.
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IP rating
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
599 g
This tablet weighs 599 g, which is heavier than 76.2% of tablets and equal to 0.7% 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
1
This tablet has a microphone array of 1, which is more than 0.2% of tablets and equal to 54.8% 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
yes
This tablet includes an FM radio. 81.1% of tablets offer this.
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Teclast M30 4G (4GB + 64GB) vs the average tablet

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  • 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
  • 30% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (2.6 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    2.6 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • Supports LTE
    This tablet supports LTE, while the average tablet does not. 42.9% of tablets support LTE.
  • Supports manual shutter speed
    This tablet supports manual shutter speed, while the average tablet does not. 21.8% of tablets support manual shutter speed.
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (MediaTek Helio X27 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    MediaTek Helio X27 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • Supports manual ISO
    This tablet supports manual ISO, while the average tablet does not. 45.9% of tablets support manual ISO.
  • 2 more CPU threads
    This tablet has more CPU threads than the average tablet (10 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    10 vs 8
  • 30% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (2.6 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    2.6 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (MediaTek Helio X27 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    MediaTek Helio X27 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 2 more CPU threads
    This tablet has more CPU threads than the average tablet (10 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    10 vs 8
  • 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
  • Supports manual shutter speed
    This tablet supports manual shutter speed, while the average tablet does not. 21.8% of tablets support manual shutter speed.
  • Supports manual ISO
    This tablet supports manual ISO, while the average tablet does not. 45.9% of tablets support manual ISO.
  • 13.6% larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a larger battery capacity than the average tablet (7,500 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    7,500 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 LDAC
    This tablet supports LDAC, the average tablet does not. 25.3% of tablets support LDAC.
  • 4.5 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (5.5 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    screen-on time
    5.5 hours vs 10 hours
  • 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.
  • 3 MP lower front resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution front camera than the average tablet (2 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    2 MP vs 5 MP
  • No direct OS updates
    This tablet does not support direct OS updates, while the average tablet does. 79.7% of tablets offer this.
  • No continuous video AF
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • 20.0% lower review score
    Reviews score
    5.6/ 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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    5.6

    Mark 7.7 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%

    7.4

    Popularity

    Grades by review (8)
    1 review, its grade estimated from the review text. 7 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.
    5.6 vs 7.0
  • More basic graphics
    This tablet has less advanced graphics than the average tablet (Mali-T880 MP4 vs Mali-G51).
    Mali-T880 MP4 vs Mali-G51
  • 20.0% lower review score
    Reviews score
    5.6/ 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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    5.6

    Mark 7.7 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%

    7.4

    Popularity

    Grades by review (8)
    1 review, its grade estimated from the review text. 7 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.
    5.6 vs 7.0
  • 25.3% lower sentiment score
    5.6 vs 7.5
  • 4.5% worse value for money
    Teclast M30 4G (4GB + 64GB) has worse value for money than the average tablet (7.23 vs 7.6).
    7.23 vs 7.55
  • More basic graphics
    This tablet has less advanced graphics than the average tablet (Mali-T880 MP4 vs Mali-G51).
    Mali-T880 MP4 vs Mali-G51
  • 71.9% lower single-core score
    This tablet has a lower single-core score than the average tablet (205 points vs 729 points). The average tablet scores 729 points in single-core tests.
    205 points vs 729 points
  • 55.7% lower multi-core score
    This tablet has a lower multi-core score than the average tablet (837 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in multi-core tests.
    837 points vs 1,891 points
  • 1,066 MHz slower RAM speed
    This tablet has a lower RAM speed than the average tablet (800 MHz vs 1,866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1,866 MHz.
    800 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • 14.1% less memory bandwidth
    This tablet has less memory bandwidth than the average tablet (12.8 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has 14.9 GB/s of memory bandwidth.
    12.8 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • 42.9% larger process node
    This tablet has a larger process node than the average tablet (20 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet is built on 14 nm.
    20 nm vs 14 nm
  • Less vivid contrast
    This tablet has less contrast than the average tablet (1000:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    1,000:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 3 MP lower front resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution front camera than the average tablet (2 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    2 MP vs 5 MP
  • No continuous video AF
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • No tap-to-focus
    This tablet does not support touch autofocus, while the average tablet does. 83% of tablets support touch autofocus.
  • 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 timelapse video
    This tablet does not support timelapse video, while the average tablet does. 57.5% of tablets support timelapse video.
  • 4.5 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (5.5 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    screen-on time
    5.5 hours vs 10 hours
  • 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
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This tablet has an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (4.2 vs 5).
    4.2 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 direct OS updates
    This tablet does not support direct OS updates, while the average tablet does. 79.7% of tablets offer this.
  • 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 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.
  • 22.2% heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (599 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    599 g vs 490 g
  • 2 mm thicker
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (10 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    10 mm vs 8 mm
  • No keyboard accessory
    This tablet does not support a keyboard accessory, the average tablet does. 84.2% of tablets support a keyboard accessory.
  • 64.7 mm wider
    This tablet is wider than the average tablet (240 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    240 mm vs 175.3 mm

Video reviews

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

7.0
Kevin Shroff
≈ estimated
09/02/2020
Hands-on review · display, performance, connectivity and battery tests
Verdict
Teclast M30 4G is a decent tablet for a low price, held back by stutter and weak performance.
9.0
Video Reviews
≈ estimated
05/12/2019
Hands-on review · SIM, sound and 4G checks
Verdict
Teclast M30 4G gets a clear thumbs up for its big battery and plenty of storage.
9.0
RANDOM: Tech & Vlogs
≈ estimated
18/10/2019
Hands-on review · performance, screen and build tests
Verdict
Teclast M30 4G is a very good choice for productivity and media, despite its weak camera and screen.
6.0
TechTablets
≈ estimated
28/08/2019
Hands-on review · gaming, battery and display tests
Verdict
Teclast M30 4G has good battery and features for the price, but laggy UI and weak gaming hold it back.
Not graded
Not graded

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

5.0
nerdsheaven.de
≈ estimated
17/08/2021
Hands-on test · Budget tablet
Verdict
The Teclast M30 is a minor update of the M20 with a faster chip and German LTE bands, but sluggish touch response and outdated Android 8 hold it back.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Teclast M30 4G (4GB + 64GB)

  • High-resolution 2.5K (2560x1600) IPS display with good color saturation and contrast
  • Solid build quality featuring an aluminum unibody with chamfered edges
  • Generous internal storage of 128GB with microSD card expansion support
  • Includes a 3.5mm headphone jack and cellular 4G LTE connectivity for calls and data
  • Excellent standby battery life and decent 5-10 hour active usage time
  • Very affordable price point for a tablet with these hardware specifications

What customers don't like about Teclast M30 4G (4GB + 64GB)

  • Software experience is marred by a laggy and choppy user interface
  • Poor gaming performance in demanding titles like PUBG and occasional system crashes
  • Lacks Widevine L1 certification, restricting Netflix and Prime Video to standard definition (SD)
  • Non-laminated display creates a visible gap between the glass and the panel
  • Slow charging times via USB-C and no official software upgrades beyond Android 8.0
  • Poor quality rear camera and mediocre speaker sound that can be flat

Verdict

The Teclast M30 4G is a budget-friendly 10.1-inch tablet featuring a high-resolution 2560 x 1600 IPS display, 4GB of RAM, and 64GB of internal storage (expandable via microSD). Powered by a MediaTek Helio X27 deca-core processor, it supports dual-SIM 4G LTE connectivity, dual-band Wi-Fi, and a 7500mAh battery for extended use. Main pros include its sharp screen quality, solid aluminium unibody build, and cellular calling capabilities at an affordable price point. However, notable cons include occasional UI lag due to the aging chipset, a non-laminated screen that can catch glare, mediocre camera performance, and a lack of support for high-definition streaming on platforms like Netflix.

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