Lenovo Idea Tab Plus 12.1" Idea Tab Plus Luna grey 2025
Apple iPad 10.2" 8th Generation Gold 2020
What Buyers Say
Lenovo Idea Tab Plus 12.1" Idea Tab Plus Luna grey 2025
Users are overwhelmingly positive about this tablet, praising its excellent screen, audio, and smooth multitasking performance for the price. The included pen and magnetic folio case are standout features that enhance usability for drawing and everyday tasks. While some note a slight initial lag when apps load, the device quickly becomes snappy and is considered unbeatable value, especially when on sale around $200.
Pros
- Excellent screen quality
- Great audio and speakers
- Smooth multitasking performance
- Included pen for drawing
- Magnetic folio case
Cons
- Slight initial lag when loading apps
- Cannot connect to TV via HDMI
- Not as fast as flagship phones
Apple iPad 10.2" 8th Generation Gold 2020
The renewed iPad generally receives positive feedback for its near-new appearance, smooth performance, and great value. Many users are delighted with the condition and functionality, especially for kids, students, and streaming. However, several verified reviews highlight serious battery issues, including swelling and rapid drain, as well as occasional charging problems and inability to update to the latest iOS. The sentiment is mixed: most buyers are satisfied, but a notable minority experienced defects that raise safety concerns.
Pros
- Near-new appearance
- Smooth performance
- Great value for money
- Good for kids and students
- Compatible with original Apple Pencil
Cons
- Battery swelling and rapid drain
- Charging issues (slow or intermittent)
- Cannot update to latest iOS
- Limited storage (32GB)
- Home button requires hard press
Scores
Specifications
| Lenovo Idea Tab Plus 12.1" Idea Tab Plus | Apple iPad 10.2" 8th Generation | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | AMD Ryzen 5 1600 | Apple M2 ★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 8★ | 6 |
| GPU* | Arm Mali-G57 MC2 GPU★ | — |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 8 GB★ | 6 GB |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR4X★ | — |
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB |
| Storage Type | UFS | SSD★ |
| Expandable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 12.1" | 10.2" |
| Resolution | 2560 px★ | 2160 px |
| Panel | IPS★ | Liquid Retina |
| Refresh Rate | 90 Hz★ | 60 Hz |
| Brightness | 800 nits★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.2★ | Bluetooth 4.2 |
| USB-C | 1★ | 0 |
| Cellular | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stylus Model | Lenovo Tab Pen | Apple Pencil (1st Generation) |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Face Unlock | ✗ | ✗ |
| IP Rating | IP52 | — |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.53 kg | 0.50 kg★ |
| Battery | — | 32 Wh★ |
| OS | Android 15 | iOS |
Pros & Cons
Lenovo Idea Tab Plus 12.1" Idea Tab Plus Luna grey 2025
- Strong gpu (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong social proof (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong screen (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong battery (89th percentile)89th %ile
Apple iPad 10.2" 8th Generation Gold 2020
- Strong battery (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong gpu (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong feature (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong social proof (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average connectivity (30th percentile)
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 74 overall, wins 0 of 6 usage categories and 12 of 27 specs.
