BEST CHEAP ANDROID TABLETS OF 2021

We don’t always need to buy high-end android tablets to run everyday tasks. Most people just need cheap android tablets with large screens to watch movies, play games, read eBooks, or stream content on the internet. Some cheap android tablets can do all that and are very much available to buy, but to decide which one to pick can be herculean. Amazon calls its own operating system Fire OS, but it is an android tablet at heart. The tablet apps are android apps, and installing the Google Play store is as easy as pie. Below are the best cheap android tablets you can buy if you are on a budget.

CHEAP ANDROID TABLETS FROM AMAZON

Amazon Fire HD 8 Plus Tablets

Amazon Fire HD 8 Plus is one of the incredibly cheap and lightweight android tablets Amazon offers to perform all the basic tasks you need a tablet for. The display is great for watching movies, reading eBooks, playing games. With Wi-Fi, you can download content, make video calls, have zoom meetings, stream videos from Netflix or any other ones you subscribe to, and more. The RAM and quad-core processor are powerful enough to handle your apps and games, although there are limits. If you are used to getting your apps from the Google play store, you’ll have to cope without it as play-store is not supported, but you can install Google play store following some internet instructions.

Amazon has its Appstore, where you can download all your essential apps like Instagram, Facebook, and more. The 2mp rear and front cameras give you nice pictures, but you shouldn’t expect the quality you get in the high-end tablets, and that’s because it is relatively cheap. And with just your voice, Alexa is there to serve. Just command it to play your videos, open apps, or control smart home devices, and you won’t be disappointed. The battery should last 12 hours depending on usage and is fully charged with USB-C in about 4 hours, provided you are not using it while charging. If you want to charge wirelessly, place the device in the charging dock or get a Qi-certified wireless charger to charge.

Specifications

Dimension: 202 x 137 x 9.7mm

Weight: 355g

Display: 8 inches HD (720p)

Display Resolution: 800 x 1280 pixels

RAM: 3GB

Storage: 32GB/64GB

MicroSD Slot: Up to 1TB

OS: Fire OS 7 (based on Android)

Processor: 2.0 GHz Quad-core MediaTek 8168 processor

Cameras: 2mp rear + 2mp front

Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11, Bluetooth 5.0

Battery-life: Up to 12hours typical usage + wireless charging

Charging: USB-C

Sensors: Accelerometer, ambient light sensor

Reasons to buy

– Fast processor

– Wireless charging

– Alexa voice assistant

– Fast USB-C charging

– Good battery life.

– Expandable storage 

– Affordable

Amazon Fire HD 8 (2020) Android Tablets

It is quite similar to the HD 8 Plus except for a few differences. If you want an android tablet with a large display to view your videos more enjoyably, you can always pick up this incredibly cheap and powerful device from Amazon. It has a lower RAM than the plus version and has no wireless charging like its counterpart, but those may not matter. The 2GB should be sufficient to run your apps, but if you want something a bit faster, you should get the HD 8 plus. You’re still getting the 32/64GB storage that is expandable up to 1TB and Alexa voice control. If you want to spare yourself a few bucks or need a good tablet for school or your kids, fire HD 8 will be a great choice. 

Specifications

Dimension: 202 x 137 x 9.7mm

Weight: 355g

Display: 8 inches HD (720p)

Display Resolution: 800 x 1280 pixels

RAM: 2GB

Storage: 32GB/64GB

MicroSD Slot: Up to 1TB

OS: Fire OS 7 (based on android)

Processor: 2.0 GHz Quad-core MediaTek 8168 processor

Cameras: 2mp rear + 2mp front

Connectivity: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0

Battery-life: Up to 12hours typical usage 

Charging: USB-C

Sensors: Accelerometer, ambient light sensor

Reasons to buy

– Fast processor

– Wireless charging

– Alexa voice assistant

– Fast USB-C charging

– Good battery life.

– Expandable storage

– Affordable

CHEAP ANDROID TABLETS FROM SAMSUNG

Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite

Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite is a mid-range lightweight and portable device that has plenty to offer. It is a lower version of the S6, but they have very few features in common. If you want a standard tablet at an affordable price, it will be the right choice for you. The display is great for a perfect view of your content. It comes with the S-pen for your drawings and designs. The processor isn’t as fast as the Tab S6’s, but it is powerful enough to get most of your primary tasks done. The battery can support up to 11 hours of video playing. The storage space is impressive, and it can be expanded to a stunning 1Tb capacity when needed. 

Specifications

-Dimensions: 244.5 x 154.3 x 7mm

-Weight: 467g

-Display Type: 10.4 inches TFT 

-Display resolution: 1200 x 2000 Pixels

-Processor: Exynos 9611

-OS: Android 10

-RAM: 4GB

-Storage: 64/128GB

-MicroSD Support: Up to 1TB

-Rear-Camera: 8mp

-Front-Camera: 5mp

-Battery: Non-removable Li-Po 7040mAh with 15W fast-charging

-Charging: USB-C

-Network Technology: GSM/HSPA/LTE

-Sensors: Accelerometer, gyro, proximity.

Reasons to buy

 – Good display

– Incredible S-Pen

– Good cameras

– Good battery 

– Affordable

– Expandable storage up to 1Tb

Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.1 2019

Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.1 is a mid-range lightweight and portable device that has plenty to offer. If you want a standard tablet at an affordable price, it will be the right choice for you. The display is great for a perfect view of your content. The 2GB/3GB may be relatively small, but that has been compensated for in the price. It comes with the S-pen for your drawings and designs. The powerful processor makes multitasking easy and smooth. The battery can support up to 13 hours of video playing. It also features SmarThings for a truly connected multi-device experience. The storage space is impressive, and it is expandable to accommodate your contents if you ever run out of storage. 

Specifications

-Dimensions: 245.2 x 149.4 x 7.5mm 

-Weight: 469g

-Display Type: 10.1 inches TFT 

-Display resolution: 1920 x 1200 Pixels

-Processor: Exynos 7904

-OS: Android 9.0 Pie

-RAM: 2GB/3GB

-Storage: 32GB/64GB/128GB

-MicroSD Support: Up to 512GB

-Rear-Camera: 8mp

-Front-Camera: 5mp

-Battery: Non-removable Li-Po 6150mAh

-Charging: USB-C

-Network Technology: GSM/HSPA/LTE

-Sensors: Accelerometer

Reasons to buy

– Fast processor

– Good display

– Incredible S-pen

– Good cameras

– Expandable storage

– Good battery 

–  Supports external keyboard and other accessories

– Affordable