Top Tablets by Consumer Reports: A Surprising Apple Sweep (Updated)
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Consumer Reports recently tested 21 current tablets, and here's the shocking outcome - the top performer and the best value winner both hail from Apple!
Unrivaled Performance at the Top
The iPad Air (13-inch) takes the crown
The mighty iPad Air (13-inch) boasts an M3 chip and a quality rating of 1.7. Its performance shines across computing, graphics, and screen categories. The battery and handling are good, yet the endurance is only satisfactory. An average price of $908 makes it a pricey contender, but remember, it's the best in class!
Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus challenges the leader with an overall score of 1.8. With excellent endurance, it performs well across the board, except for its, admittedly, excessive price point of around $795. But wait, it comes bundled with a keyboard and stylus!
Sharing the Podium
Four tablets share the third place, each receiving a quality rating of 1.9:
- iPad Air (11-inch): This smaller sibling matches many of its larger counterpart’s ratings but offers only satisfactory runtime due to its smaller battery. It's surprisingly easy to handle and costs around $668.
- iPad Mini: Equipped with an A17 chip, the iPad Mini gets decent performance ratings. Its handling is exceptional, and it boasts exceptional endurance with overall good ratings. It'll set you back around $576.
- Lenovo Legion Tab Gen. 3: A strong third-place contender with an average price of $554, it's a reliable table with satisfactory battery performance and consistently good ratings across other categories.
- Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra: Despite its hefty price tag of nearly $1069, this tablet can only claim satisfactory battery performance and good ratings elsewhere.
The Best Value for Money
And the winner is... the Amazon Fire HD 8 Plus! With an average price of $390, this beast is a steal! Featuring good ratings for features, display, endurance, handling, and even a satisfactory level of versatility, this tiny tablet with an 8-inch HD screen is a truly impressive contender.
[1] OnePlus Pad 2https://www.amazon.de/dp/B0BF99H1D8
[2] Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultrahttps://www.amazon.de/dp/B0B1CJH49R
[3] Amazon Fire HD 8 Plushttps://www.amazon.de/dp/B08YZZG9TW
[4] No available sources from Consumer Reports specifically reviewing top-rated tablets in June 2022 within the provided search results. However, several technology review sources from 2025 do offer updated lists of top-rated tablets and their comparisons, which can help illustrate how leading brands and models compare in terms of performance, price, and features.
- Consumer Reports
- Tablet PC
- iPad
- Tech Tests
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For those interested in the latest technology trends, it's worth noting the latest smartphone releases from major brands. The newest iPad Air (13-inch) has taken the crown in tablet performance, but for those seeking a more budget-friendly option, the Amazon Fire HD 8 Plus stands out, offering considerable value for its price.
