Lenovo Idea Tab Pro 12.7" TB373FU vs Apple iPad 9.7" 5th Generation
Lenovo Idea Tab Pro 12.7" TB373FU 2024, MediaTek Dimensity 8300, 8GB, 128GB, Luna Grey
Apple iPad 9.7" 5th Generation 2017, A9, 2GB, 128GB, Gray
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
Apple iPad 9.7" 5th Generation 2017, A9, 2GB, 128GB, Gray
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Scores
Specifications
| Lenovo Idea Tab Pro 12.7" TB373FU | Apple iPad 9.7" 5th Generation | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | MediaTek Dimensity 8300 Processor (3.35 GHz )★ | A9 third-generation chip with 64-bit desktop-class architecture, Embedded M9 coprocessor |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 8★ | — |
| GPU | Integrated ARM G615 MC5 | — |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 8 GB★ | 2 GB |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR5X★ | — |
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB |
| Storage Type | UFS | — |
| Expandable | ✓★ | — |
| Display | ||
| Size | 12.7" | 9.7" |
| Resolution | 2944 px★ | 2048 px |
| Panel | LCD | LCD |
| Refresh Rate | 144 Hz★ | — |
| Brightness | 400 nits★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E★ | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3★ | Bluetooth 4.2 |
| USB-C | 1★ | 0 |
| Cellular | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stylus Model | Lenovo Tab Pen Plus | — |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✓ | ✓ |
| Face Unlock | ✓ | ✓ |
| IP Rating | IP52 | — |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.62 kg | 0.47 kg★ |
| OS | Android 14 | iOS |
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 (33rd percentile)
Apple iPad 9.7" 5th Generation 2017, A9, 2GB, 128GB, Gray
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong affordability (73rd percentile)
- Strong portability (71st percentile)
- Strong screen (68th percentile)
- Below average ram (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average gpu (7th percentile)7th %ile
- Below average cpu (7th percentile)7th %ile
- Below average connectivity (30th percentile)
Pricing
Lenovo Idea Tab Pro 12.7" TB373FU 2024, MediaTek Dimensity 8300, 8GB, 128GB, Luna Grey
Apple iPad 9.7" 5th Generation 2017, A9, 2GB, 128GB, Gray
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 71 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 13 of 25 specs.