Samsung Galaxy Tab Active3 8" Black 2020
Xiaomi Pad 7 11.2" 2AFZZCRP4CG Green 2025
What Buyers Say
Samsung Galaxy Tab Active3 8" Black 2020
The Samsung Galaxy Tab Active3 receives mixed reviews, with many praising its solid build, bright sunlight-readable screen, and good value for the price. However, a recurring and significant complaint is that refurbished units frequently arrive without the advertised rugged protective case and sometimes with a non-original S Pen, which undermines the ruggedness claims. Performance is generally good after updates, though some users note slow initial setup and bloatware issues.
Pros
- Solid build quality
- Bright screen in sunlight
- Good value for price
- Removable battery
- Fingerprint lock capability
Cons
- Missing rugged case in refurbished units
- Non-original S Pen included
- Slow initial software update process
- Bloatware difficult to remove
- No quick-start guide included
Xiaomi Pad 7 11.2" 2AFZZCRP4CG Green 2025
The Xiaomi Pad is widely praised for its excellent value, smooth performance, and vibrant display. Users highlight the fast 144Hz refresh rate, good battery life, and premium build quality. A few note that the auto refresh rate can slow the tablet and that competitors like the Honor Magic Pad 2 offer more for the price, but overall sentiment is very positive.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Smooth 144Hz display
- Good battery life
- Premium build quality
- Fast charging with included 45W charger
Cons
- Auto refresh rate can slow tablet
- Competitors offer more for the price
- No latest Snapdragon CPU
- Slow charging without proper adapter
- No OS updates from Xiaomi
Scores
Specifications
| Samsung Galaxy Tab Active3 8" | Xiaomi Pad 7 11.2" 2AFZZCRP4CG | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU | 2.7 GHz | 2800 MHz |
| Cores | 8 | 8 |
| GPU | Mali-G72 MP3 | — |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 8 GB★ |
| Storage | 64 GB | 256 GB★ |
| Storage Type | eMMC | SSD★ |
| Expandable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 8" | 11.2" |
| Resolution | 1200 px | 3200 px★ |
| Panel | LCD | LCD |
| Refresh Rate | — | 144 Hz★ |
| Brightness | — | 800 nits★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6E★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4★ |
| USB-C | 1 | 1 |
| Cellular | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stylus Model | S Pen | — |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✗ | ✗ |
| Face Unlock | ✗ | ✗ |
| IP Rating | IP68 | — |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.53 kg | 0.45 kg★ |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 14 |
Pros & Cons
Samsung Galaxy Tab Active3 8" Black 2020
- Strong cpu (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong gpu (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong connectivity (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average user sentiment (16th percentile)16th %ile
- Below average screen (29th percentile)
- Below average storage (30th percentile)
- Below average ram (31st percentile)
Xiaomi Pad 7 11.2" 2AFZZCRP4CG Green 2025
- Strong screen (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong cpu (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong gpu (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong social proof (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
Verdict
Scores 78 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 9 of 23 specs.