Lenovo Idea Tab Pro 12.7" TB373FU 2024, MediaTek Dimensity 8300, 8GB, 128GB, Luna Grey
BOOX Note Air 10.3" Note Air5 C 2025, Qualcomm, 6GB, 64GB, Green
What Buyers Say
Lenovo Idea Tab Pro 12.7" TB373FU 2024, MediaTek Dimensity 8300, 8GB, 128GB, Luna Grey
The Lenovo Idea Tab Pro is generally well-received for its value, large display, and solid performance for productivity and media consumption. Users praise the included stylus, PC mode, and battery life, but significant frustrations exist around the requirement for a specific Lenovo charger and the weight of the device. Software update policy and a few reports of bugs and streaming issues are also noted drawbacks.
Pros
- Large 12.7-inch display
- Excellent value for money
- Included stylus with smooth writing
- Good battery life
- Fast performance and snappy processor
Cons
- Requires specific Lenovo 65W PD charger
- Heavy and less portable
- Only 2 major Android updates
- Software bugs and glitches
- Bluetooth connectivity issues with audio devices
BOOX Note Air 10.3" Note Air5 C 2025, Qualcomm, 6GB, 64GB, Green
The Boox Note Air 5C is praised for its excellent handwriting experience, fast performance, and versatile Android-based functionality, making it a powerful e-ink tablet for note-taking, reading, and productivity. However, users consistently criticize the poor pen attachment design, which often causes the stylus to fall off or get lost, and some note that the battery life is only moderate under heavy use. The screen quality is generally good, though a few mention ghosting and a dimmer color display compared to expectations.
Pros
- Excellent handwriting experience
- Fast performance
- Versatile Android apps
- Good for reading and note-taking
- Color e-ink display
Cons
- Poor pen attachment design
- Mediocre battery life under heavy use
- Ghosting effects on screen
- Dim color display
- Non-intuitive UI
Scores
Specifications
| Lenovo Idea Tab Pro 12.7" TB373FU | BOOX Note Air 10.3" Note Air5 C | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU | MediaTek Dimensity 8300 Processor (3.35 GHz ) | Qualcomm |
| Cores | 8 | 8 |
| GPU | Integrated ARM G615 MC5 | eink |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 8 GB★ | 6 GB |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR5X★ | LPDDR4 |
| Storage | 128 GB★ | 64 GB |
| Storage Type | UFS | UFS |
| Expandable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 12.7" | 10.3" |
| Resolution | 2944 px★ | 2480 px |
| Panel | LCD | LCD |
| Refresh Rate | 144 Hz★ | — |
| Brightness | 400 nits★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E★ | Wi-Fi |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3★ | Bluetooth 5.1 |
| USB-C | 1 | 1 |
| Cellular | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stylus Model | Lenovo Tab Pen Plus | BOOX Pen Plus |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✓ | ✓ |
| Face Unlock | ✓★ | — |
| IP Rating | IP52 | — |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.62 kg | 0.43 kg★ |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15 |
Pros & Cons
Lenovo Idea Tab Pro 12.7" TB373FU 2024, MediaTek Dimensity 8300, 8GB, 128GB, Luna Grey
- Strong feature (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong social proof (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong screen (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong connectivity (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Below average affordability (34th percentile)
BOOX Note Air 10.3" Note Air5 C 2025, Qualcomm, 6GB, 64GB, Green
- Strong eye comfort (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong reading battery (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong sharpness (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong portability (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Below average battery (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average affordability (25th percentile)
Pricing
Lenovo Idea Tab Pro 12.7" TB373FU 2024, MediaTek Dimensity 8300, 8GB, 128GB, Luna Grey
BOOX Note Air 10.3" Note Air5 C 2025, Qualcomm, 6GB, 64GB, Green
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 77 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 9 of 24 specs.
