Top 3 picks
Xiaomi Pad 7
Why we picked this
Best Overall: The strongest balance for education and study, with a sharp large display, fast processor, generous RAM, and smooth 144Hz scrolling. It is substantially more capable than the Redmi Pad SE 8.7 for multitasking while remaining more modern and responsive than the Lenovo Tab P12. It does not support microSD expansion.
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Where to buy
est. €350Prices change often — check the retailer for the current price.
Xiaomi Redmi Pad SE 8.7
Why we picked this
Best Value: The cheapest option and a practical compact tablet for reading, online lessons, note-taking, and basic schoolwork. Its 90Hz display, stereo speakers, and microSD expansion are useful, but the smaller screen and 4GB RAM are limiting for split-screen multitasking.
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Where to buy
est. €150Prices change often — check the retailer for the current price.
Lenovo Tab P12
Why we picked this
Premium Pick: Its expansive 12.7-inch display is excellent for textbooks, PDFs, handwritten notes, and split-screen study, and the included Tab Pen Plus adds practical value. It also offers microSD expansion, a large battery, and four speakers, but its 60Hz screen and older Android version make it less future-facing than the Xiaomi Pad 7.
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Where to buy
est. €399Prices change often — check the retailer for the current price.