The tablet market in India, especially in the sub-₹30,000 segment, has seen a surge in popularity, with brands like Xiaomi, HONOR, and Redmi leading the charge. With tablets like the Xiaomi Pad 6, HONOR Pad 9, Redmi Pad Pro, and the POCO Pad, you have a lot of good options to choose from.
In this article, we’ll explore the best tablets under ₹30,000. I’ll break it down into two categories: tablets that are consistently priced under ₹30,000 and those that occasionally drop to this price during special deals or discounts. Let’s dive in now.
Tablets Under ₹30,000
First up, I’ve compiled a list of tablets that you can get for under ₹30,000 that can be paired with accessories and still keep you within that budget. These include the Xiaomi Pad 6, HONOR Pad 9, Redmi Pad Pro, and POCO Pad.
1. Xiaomi Pad 6
The tablet features an 11” IPS LCD display with a resolution of 2880 x 1800 pixels, a 144 Hz refresh rate, and support for HDR10 and Dolby Vision. It’s protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 3.
Under the hood, it runs on the Snapdragon 870 SoC with an octa-core CPU and Adreno 650 GPU, paired with 6 GB or 8 GB LPDDR5 RAM and either 128 GB or 256 GB of UFS 3.1 storage.
For cameras, there’s a single 13 MP rear camera with PDAF and an 8 MP front camera. The battery is a sizable 8,840 mAh with 33W fast charging.
The tablet also has quad speakers with Dolby Atmos, stylus support, and runs on HyperOS based on Android 14 (latest). The Xiaomi Pad 6 does not come with a stylus in the box but it does support one, which you can buy for around ₹5,000.
If you have a Xiaomi/Redmi/POCO phone, you can enjoy some ecosystem features like Interconnectivity. The Xiaomi Pad 6 starts at ₹24,999 for the 128 GB variant.
2. HONOR Pad 9
This tablet comes with a 12.1” QHD IPS LCD display, offering a 1600 x 2560 pixel resolution, a 120 Hz refresh rate, and a typical brightness of 500 nits.
Under the hood, there’s the Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 SoC, paired with 8 GB of RAM and 256 GB internal storage. The camera setup includes a 13 MP rear camera and an 8 MP front camera.
The tablet has an 8,300 mAh battery and supports 35W fast charging. For connectivity, you’ve got Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.1, and a USB-C 2.0 port, but there’s no support for cellular networks.
When it comes to the software, the HONOR Pad 9 runs on Magic UI 7.2 based on Android 13. You get support for multi-device collaboration, split screen, and floating windows. A Bluetooth keyboard is included in the package.
The HONOR Pad 9 is priced at ₹24,999, which includes the price of the keyboard. The company does not sell a stylus for this tablet in India, though.
If you’re looking for a tablet for entertainment or productivity, this one can be a good deal. For note-taking, you can consider other options.
3. Redmi Pad Pro
The Redmi Pad Pro has a 12.1” display with a 2560 x 1600 pixel resolution and a 120Hz AdaptiveSync refresh rate. It has a peak brightness of 600 Nits (HBM) and a touch sampling rate of up to 240 Hz.
Under the hood, it’s powered by the Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 SoC with a maximum clock speed of 2.4 GHz. The tablet comes in multiple configurations: 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage, 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage, and 8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage. It also supports expandable storage up to 1.5 TB.
For cameras, the Redmi Pad Pro has an 8 MP rear camera and an 8 MP front camera, both capable of 1080p video recording. The tablet is fueled by a 10,000 mAh battery, with 33W fast charging support.
Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2, along with a USB Type-C port. It runs on Xiaomi’s HyperOS, which is based on Android 14. The Redmi Pad Pro also supports stylus and a keyboard but both of them are sold separately for ₹3,999 each.
The starting price in India for the Redmi Pad Pro is ₹21,999 for the base variant with 6 GB RAM and 128 GB storage. There’s also a 5G option for this tablet if you are interested.
4. POCO Pad
The POCO Pad features a 12.1” display with a 2560 x 1600 pixel resolution, a 16:10 aspect ratio, and a 120 Hz AdaptiveSync refresh rate, adjusting from 30 Hz up to 120 Hz.
The POCO Pad, too, is powered by the Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 SoC and it comes with 8 GB of LPDDR4X RAM and 256 GB of UFS 2.2 storage, expandable up to 1.5 TB.
The POCO Pad also comes with an 8 MP rear camera and an 8 MP front camera, both supporting 1080p video recording. It houses a 10,000 mAh battery with 33W fast charging.
The POCO Pad runs on Xiaomi HyperOS based on Android 14. It also supports a stylus and a keyboard. Both the stylus and the keyboard are priced at ₹3,999. The price of the POCO Pad is yet to be announced but you’ve also got an option for 5G connectivity.
Limited Time Deals
For those keeping an eye out for limited-time deals, I’ve curated a few options that typically drop below ₹30,000 during sales. These include the Lenovo Legion gaming tablet, OnePlus Pad, and iPad 10th Gen.
These deals don’t last forever, so you need to keep an eye out if any of these catch your interest.
1. Lenovo Legion Gaming
The Lenovo Legion gaming tablet is a good deal for those looking for a gaming tablet in the ₹30,000 segment. It’s powered by the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC and has a compact 8” display for comfortable gaming over long periods.
2. OnePlus Pad
The OnePlus Pad is also a good option for those looking for absolute performance if they can grab this for under ₹30,000. It’s powered by the Dimensity 9000 SoC and has an 11.6” display for a large real estate for both gaming and productivity. OnePlus also sells a stylus for this tablet which you can buy for note-taking.
3. iPad 10th Gen
The iPad 10th generation offers solid value with its A14 Bionic SoC and 10.9” Liquid Retina display. It comes with decent cameras and 10 hours of battery life. The 64 GB base storage, however, is a bit limiting as it’s non-expandable.
On the plus side, it features a USB-C port and supports both the first-gen Apple Pencil and the newer USB-C Apple Pencil, giving you options for drawing or note-taking. Overall, it can be a great option for under ₹30,000.
So, that is it from my side. I’d recommend the Xiaomi Pad 6 to most people followed by the iPad 10th Gen in sales and offers. Which one is your favorite tablet under ₹30,000? Let us know in the comments section below.
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