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Teclast T30 4G (4GB + 64GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£180RAM capacity:4 GBInternal storage:64 GBScreen size:10.1 inchesChipset:MediaTek Helio P70

Teclast T30 4G (4GB + 64GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 15 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

7.0/10

Overall score

Score
7.0/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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Score components

35%

6.2

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

8.0

Reviews score

10%

6.2

Sentiment score

â–²Better than 53% of tablets
7.8

Value for money

Value for money
7.8/ 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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Score components

70%

7.0

Overall score

30%

9.6

Price

â–²Better than 64%
6.2

Technical score

Technical score
6.2/ 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%

5.8

Performance

20%

5.2

Display

16%

6.7

Camera

14%

6.5

Battery

12%

7.2

Connectivity

8%

6.4

Software

5%

6.4

Design

3%

5.7

Audio

â–²Better than 52%
8.0

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.0/ 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%

8.0

Average grade

20%

8.1

Popularity

Grades by review (15)
6 reviews: 3 with a printed score, 3 estimated from the review. 9 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–²Better than 60%
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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~ £180

What reviewers say about the Teclast T30 4G (4GB + 64GB)

Based on 6 · 9

Reviewers praise the battery life, smooth everyday use and good sound, but complain about unreliable touch input and weak cameras.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
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What owners say about the Teclast T30 4G (4GB + 64GB)

Based on 59 owners sharing their experience in online comments

47%positive11%mixed42%negative

Owners praise the smooth performance, long battery life, and value, while touch response and screen quirks cause the most frustration.

What owners dislike

  • Some owners say touch often misses or lags, sometimes needing two or three taps. Removing the included screen protector made touch and typing much better.7
  • Some games, including GTA San Andreas and Sky, crash or fail to run, and light titles like Clash Royale slow down.4
  • Even the lowest brightness is too bright. A screen dimmer app helps but must be switched off to install apps or change settings.3
  • Battery drains fast at high brightness or with the keyboard attached, and one owner doubts the stated battery capacity.3
  • The included case's leather edges block swipes from the screen corners and can hide part of the screen.3
  • Charging is slow whatever charger is used, and some owners say it only charges while powered off, with the charging screen stuck.3
  • Some owners find the Gallery and FM Radio apps missing, and the Google Play Store keeps stopping.3

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

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Technical Specifications of tablet Teclast T30 4G (4GB + 64GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.2/ 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%

5.8

Performance

20%

5.2

Display

16%

6.7

Camera

14%

6.5

Battery

12%

7.2

Connectivity

8%

6.4

Software

5%

6.4

Design

3%

5.7

Audio

6.2
Reviews score
8.0
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.8/ 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%

7.0

Overall score

30%

9.6

Price

7.8
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
12 nm
This tablet is built on a 12 nm process, which is smaller than 53.2% of tablets and equal to 13.9% 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
329 points
This tablet scores 329 points in single-core tests, which is lower than 80.1% of tablets.
Chipset
MediaTek Helio P70
This tablet runs on MediaTek Helio P70, which is less advanced than 56.7% 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
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
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
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
5 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/2.8
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/2.8, which is narrower than 89.6% of tablets and equal to 3.1% 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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What reviewers say
Battery capacity
8,000 mAh
This tablet has 8,000 mAh battery capacity, which is larger than 70.2% of tablets and equal to 4% of tablets.
Charging speed
?
Battery life
11 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 11 hours, which is longer than that of 60.8% of tablets and equal to that of 3.8% of tablets.
video playback
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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What reviewers say
IP rating
?
Weight
560 g
This tablet weighs 560 g, which is heavier than 67% of tablets and equal to 0.5% 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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What reviewers say
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
yes
This tablet includes an FM radio. 81.1% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say

Teclast T30 4G (4GB + 64GB) vs the average tablet

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  • 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 P70 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    MediaTek Helio P70 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • Supports manual ISO
    This tablet supports manual ISO, while the average tablet does not. 45.9% of tablets support manual ISO.
  • 21.2% larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a larger battery capacity than the average tablet (8,000 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    8,000 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • More advanced memory type
    This tablet uses more advanced memory than the average tablet (LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3).
    LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3
  • Supports cellular data
    This tablet supports cellular data, while the average tablet does not. 47.4% of tablets offer this.
  • More advanced graphics
    This tablet has more advanced graphics than the average tablet (Mali-G72 MP3 vs Mali-G51).
    Mali-G72 MP3 vs Mali-G51
  • 14.3% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.0/ 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%

    8.0

    Average grade

    20%

    8.1

    Popularity

    Grades by review (15)
    6 reviews: 3 with a printed score, 3 estimated from the review. 9 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.0 vs 7.0
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (MediaTek Helio P70 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    MediaTek Helio P70 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • More advanced memory type
    This tablet uses more advanced memory than the average tablet (LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3).
    LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3
  • More advanced graphics
    This tablet has more advanced graphics than the average tablet (Mali-G72 MP3 vs Mali-G51).
    Mali-G72 MP3 vs Mali-G51
  • 5% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (2.1 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    2.1 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 14.3% smaller process node
    This tablet has a smaller process node than the average tablet (12 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet is built on 14 nm.
    12 nm vs 14 nm
  • 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.
  • Built-in camera flash
    This tablet has a camera flash, while the average tablet does not. 45.5% of tablets have one.
  • 21.2% larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a larger battery capacity than the average tablet (8,000 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    8,000 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • 1 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (11 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    video playback
    11 hours vs 10 hours
  • 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.
  • 65 mm shorter
    This tablet is shorter than the average tablet (135 mm vs 200 mm). The average tablet is 200 mm tall.
    135 mm vs 200 mm
  • 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
  • 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.
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This tablet has a narrower front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.8 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's front camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.8 vs f/2.2
  • 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.
  • No manual exposure control
    This tablet does not support manual exposure, while the average tablet does. 63.6% of tablets support manual exposure.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This tablet has a narrower main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.8 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's main camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.8 vs f/2.2
  • 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
  • 17.3% lower sentiment score
    6.2 vs 7.5
  • 54.9% lower single-core score
    This tablet has a lower single-core score than the average tablet (329 points vs 729 points). The average tablet scores 729 points in single-core tests.
    329 points vs 729 points
  • 31.1% lower multi-core score
    This tablet has a lower multi-core score than the average tablet (1,302 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in multi-core tests.
    1,302 points vs 1,891 points
  • 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
  • 31 nits dimmer screen
    This tablet is dimmer than the average tablet (370 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    370 nits vs 401 nits
  • 30 nits lower typical brightness
    This tablet has a lower typical brightness than the average tablet (370 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    370 nits vs 400 nits
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This tablet has a narrower front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.8 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's front camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.8 vs f/2.2
  • 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 manual exposure control
    This tablet does not support manual exposure, while the average tablet does. 63.6% of tablets support manual exposure.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This tablet has a narrower main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.8 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's main camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.8 vs f/2.2
  • 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.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This tablet has an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (4.1 vs 5).
    4.1 vs 5
  • No Ethernet support
    This tablet does not have Ethernet support, the average tablet does. 76.5% of tablets support Ethernet.
  • 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.
  • 14.3% heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (560 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    560 g vs 490 g
  • 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

Video reviews

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

9.0
Kevin Breeze
≈ estimated
28/06/2020
Review · media, browsing and gaming tests
Verdict
Teclast T30 4G is a fairly priced step up from most budget Android tablets, with few real downsides.
7.0
ChinaMobileMag
≈ estimated
06/12/2019
Review · web browsing, media and game tests
Verdict
Teclast T30 4G is mainly a browsing and media tablet, with good performance apart from a noticeable touch delay.
Hands-on video, no verdict
Not graded
Not graded
Hands-on video, no verdict
Hands-on video, no verdict
Not graded
Not graded
Overview video
Not graded

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
review-hub.co.uk
✓ explicit
12/06/2020
Review · Budget media tablet
Verdict
The Teclast T30 is a strong media tablet for the money, with a long-lasting battery and capable gaming; its weak cameras and modest screen resolution hold it back.
9.0
en.hoc.hu
≈ estimated
15/11/2019
Hands-on review · Long-battery tablet
Verdict
The Teclast T30 is an all-round tablet with a very long battery and a strong screen for films and games, but 4G works only in big cities.
7.0
chinamobilemag.de
✓ explicit
02/12/2019
Review · Budget Android tablet
Verdict
The Teclast T30 has a bright, colourful screen and performs about like a Snapdragon 660 phone, but its clumsy touchscreen makes it a poor choice for touch games.
8.4
smartzone.de
✓ explicit
10/02/2020
Test · Long-battery 10-inch tablet
Verdict
The Teclast T30 offers clean Android, long battery life and smooth games, but its touchscreen and cameras are weak and it lacks key LTE bands.
6.0
china-gadgets.de
≈ estimated
27/03/2020
Review · Budget 10-inch tablet
Verdict
The Teclast T30 is a 10-inch tablet with a 16:10 screen and long battery life, but its sluggish touchscreen makes fast games hard to play.
7.0
today.it
≈ estimated
16/11/2019
Hands-on review · 4G Android tablet
Verdict
The Teclast T30 is a smooth 10-inch Android tablet with 4G calls and a near-stock system, though its cameras are only fair and the touchpad keyboard is sold separately.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Teclast T30 4G (4GB + 64GB)

  • Excellent value for money, typically priced under $200
  • Massive 8000mAh battery providing 10-12 hours of screen time
  • Supports dual 4G SIM cards and VoLTE for mobile calls and internet
  • Sturdy build with a premium metal/aluminum body
  • Includes a pogo connector for attaching a dedicated magnetic keyboard
  • Bright 10.1-inch FHD display (370 nits) with anti-blue light eye care
  • Capable Helio P70 processor suitable for everyday multitasking and mid-range gaming

What customers don't like about Teclast T30 4G (4GB + 64GB)

  • Poor camera quality with grainy and washed-out photos
  • Lacks Widevine L1 support, meaning Netflix and Amazon Prime are limited to SD resolution
  • Touchscreen response can feel slightly laggy compared to high-end tablets
  • Slow charging times (approx. 3.5 hours) due to lack of advanced fast-charging support
  • WIFI and Bluetooth range can be limited, sometimes dropping connections beyond short distances
  • Software updates are rare, with the device often stuck on older Android versions like Android 9
  • The magnetic keyboard attachment (sold separately) is reported to have a weak and unstable design

Verdict

The Teclast T30 4G is a 10.1-inch Android tablet featuring a Full HD 1920 x 1200 IPS display and a MediaTek Helio P70 octa-core processor. It is equipped with 4GB of LPDDR4X RAM and 64GB of eMMC 5.1 internal storage, which is expandable via a microSD card. Key features include an 8,000mAh battery for extended usage, dual 4G LTE SIM support for voice calls and data, and a pogo pin connector for an optional detachable keyboard. Its main pros are the long-lasting battery life, sturdy metal build, and solid performance for its budget price range. However, notable cons include below-average camera quality, a lack of Widevine L1 support which limits Netflix to standard definition, and a touchscreen that some users find less sensitive than premium alternatives.

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