This Black Friday has seen the third generation Lenovo Tab M10 Plus, also known as Tab M10 Plus 3 or Tab M10 Gen 3, reach the top positions on Amazon. Today it is the second best-selling tablet on the platform, with more than 50 comments and an average score of 4.5 stars out of 5. We can also find it in stores like PCcomponentes, where it once again reaches the top positions for value for the money it presents. But is it worth it compared to other slightly more expensive models? We have collected some Lenovo Tab M10 Plus Gen 3 reviews to answer this question.
DATA SHEET
| Lenovo M10 FHD Plus Gen 3 (reviewed model) | Lenovo M10 FHD Plus | |
|---|---|---|
| Screen | 10.6-inch IPS display with 2K resolution (2,000 x 1,200 pixels) and 400-nit brightness | 10.3-inch IPS display with Full HD resolution and 330-nit brightness |
| Processor and RAM | MediaTek Helio G80 2.0 GHz Quad Core and 1.8 GHz Quad Core 4 GB RAM |
MediaTek Helio P22T octa-core up to 2.3 GHz 2 or 4 GB of RAM |
| Internal memory | 64 or 128 GB eMMC 5.1 type | 32, 64, or 128 GB eMMC 5.1 type |
| OS | Android 12 | android9pie |
| Sound | Four stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos | Two stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos |
| Autonomy | 7,500mAh | 5,000 mAh, with up to 4.6 hours of video and 7 hours of web browsing |
| connections | 4G LTE (optional version) Dual-band WiFi Bluetooth 5.0 SD card slot |
4G LTE (optional version) Dual-band WiFi Bluetooth 5.0 SD card slot |
| Featured Features | It becomes a smart screen when connected to the base (with Google Assistant) Children’s mode |
It becomes a smart screen when connected to the base (with Google Assistant) Children’s mode |
| design and dimensions | Back made of metal 251.2 x 158.8 x 7.45 millimeters and 465 grams |
Back made of metal 242 x 153 x 8.1 millimeters and 460 grams |
| cameras | 8-megapixel rear camera with dynamic focus (focal aperture not specified by the manufacturer) 8-megapixel front camera with fixed focus (focal aperture not specified by the manufacturer) |
8-megapixel rear camera with dynamic focus (focal aperture not specified by the manufacturer) 5-megapixel front camera with fixed focus (focal aperture not specified by the manufacturer) |
| Release date | Available | Available |
| Price | Around 210 euros, the basic configuration | Around 200 euros, the basic configuration |
ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES OF THE LENOVO TAB M10 PLUS GEN 3 IN 2022
Before getting acquainted with users’ opinions about the tablet on the Internet, it is necessary to analyze its characteristics from a more objective point of view. The value for money offered by this model means that its specifications are much higher than what we can find in the competition, starting with its MediaTek Helio G80 processor. Launched in 2022, its power should be enough for content consumption and office applications, although performance is not the tablet’s greatest strength. We must add to this the limitations imposed by the small amount of RAM, 4 GB, although the storage options range from 64 to 128 to 64 GB. Still, the standard used is quite slow. (eMMC 5.1). The good news is that they are expandable with a micro SD card up to 1TB.
If we focus on the positive points of the third iteration, this model stands out for having a 10.6-inch screen with 2K resolution (yes, you read that right) and IPS technology. The maximum brightness of 400 limits its display outdoors, so we will have to use it in a shady environment or, at least, without direct sunlight. Another aspect in which it stands out has to do precisely with sound since it has four stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos certification and frontal projection. And as if this were not enough, it comes standard with Android 12, so it is expected to be updated to Android 13 sooner rather than later.
Regarding the photographic section, the manufacturer’s commitment is based on an 8-megapixel rear camera with dynamic focus and an 8-megapixel front camera with fixed focus. Unfortunately, the manufacturer has not specified the focal length. Still, everything indicates that we find a fairly fair quality, so its use could be limited to scanning documents and making video calls in good lighting. Of course, at least it has facial unlocking since it lacks a fingerprint sensor.
As for the rest of the specifications, it has dual-band WiFi and Bluetooth 5.0, as well as 4G with a specific LTE version. Its design is based on aluminum and integrates a 7,500 mAh battery, giving us a whole day of work according to the brand itself.
POSITIVE LENOVO TAB M10 PLUS 3 REVIEWS AND OPINIONS
Among the most praised tablet features by Amazon buyers is the screen quality, especially the definition. The same goes for the sound, which provides a good stereo experience in quality and volume. Construction materials are also mentioned because they are based on metal and glass, usually intended for higher ranges. In addition to expanding storage space via a micro SD card, including USB Type-C is another reason to buy this model, something that, for example, the cheaper iPad cannot boast.
NEGATIVE LENOVO TAB M10 PLUS GEN 3 REVIEWS WITH PROBLEMS, GLITCHES AND DRAWBACKS
The tablet’s performance is one of the negative points mentioned the most in the comments. The fair power of its processor, added to the low amount of RAM, causes certain applications to perform poorly. The sound quality is also mentioned when we set it to its maximum volume, as well as the contrast and colors of the screen, which are far from what models like the iPad can offer.
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