Work fast & travel light with these productivity tablets
The modern day workforce requires modern day tools. In this day and age, that usually means gadgets that are not just speedy in performance, but also easy to carry around. Whether you’re a jet-setting entrepreneur, an on-the-go creative, or an enthusiastic student shifting between classes, these productivity tablets are the best companions to have as you strive to achieve greater successes.
Apple iPad Air (2022)
When it comes to tablets, you simply cannot ignore the latest iPad Air from Apple. Apple has produced a line of impressive iPads over the years, and while each of the iPad, iPad mini and iPad Pro deserves an honorable mention in performance, we particularly love the iPad Air. The combination of the 10.9-inch Liquid Retina Display and the renowned M1 Chip makes the iPad Air a productivity powerhouse. Artists will rejoice at the speed of the 8-core GPU bringing their creations to reality. Adding to that is an all-day battery life so you don’t have to worry about any disruptions to your creative process.
The iPad Air (2022) is reasonably priced, with the most basic setup (Wi-Fi, 64GB) selling at approximately RM2,699. However, depending on the scope and intensity of your work, you might want to set aside at least RM3000 for a higher spec model.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra
A fierce rival to the Apple iPad Air is Samsung’s Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra. Samsung strikes a great balance between durability and portability despite its Armor Aluminum casing and the 14.6-inch Super AMOLED Display. On-the-move designers will find Samsung Notes to work wonders as it enables users to sketch, draw, and write within a stroke of the new S Pen. Bad handwriting? No problem! Samsung Notes will turn those unintelligible scribble of yours to text in just a tap.
Business calls are now clearer than ever thanks to the Dual Front Camera supporting up to 4K resolution. Together with Auto Framing, you’ll be able to connect with your work buddies no matter the distance.
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra is undoubtedly a costly option, reaching up to RM5899++. But if fully utilized, the price point will be more than worth it.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S7+
A cheaper alternative to the Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra is the Galaxy Tab S7+. The Tab S7+ display is slightly smaller at 12.4 inches, but the Super AMOLED screen paired with the WQXGA resolution makes for a more than decent experience.
The versatility of Samsung Notes shines just as well on the Tab S7+, making productive note-taking and sketching a guaranteed. The superb 10090mAh battery on the Tab S7+ gives it up to 14 hours of video playback time, stamping the Tab S7+ as one of the longer lasting tablets there is in the market.
Released in 2020, The Galaxy Tab S7+ is a slightly older model compared to the S8 Ultra, but at a cheaper price of around RM4,599++ the Tab S7+ is still worthy of heavy consideration.
Microsoft Surface Pro 8
Is the Microsoft Surface a laptop or a tablet? Well, that’s for you to decide. And that’s the beauty of it! Whether you choose to stand it up on the Kickstand or lay it as a canvas, the Microsoft Surface Pro 8 will suit your working style perfectly.
The 13-inch PixelSense Flow touch display fitted on the Surface Pro 8 offers up to 120Hz refresh rate and Adaptive Colour, making it the most advanced display in Microsoft’s Pro range. The Pro 8’s combination of a 16-hour battery life and Fast Charging is a stellar attribute to have, which is why it sits among the best in productivity tablets.
Considering the size and PC-like performance of the Pro 8, it surprisingly weighs only 891 grams!
Do keep in mind that this accounts for the gadget alone. Additions such as the Surface Slim Pen 2 and Surface Pro Signature Keyboard will have your wallets weighing lighter, but will certainly enhance your productivity experience.
If you plan on getting your hands on the Surface Pro 8, prepare to set aside at least RM5,000+.
Lenovo Tab P11 Plus
The Lenovo Tab P11 Plus is the most affordable productivity tablet in this list. At no more than RM1,500, the Tab P11 Plus might seem inferior just at its price point alone. However, it fits the bill for anyone unwilling to fork out a hefty amount on a tablet but is still in need of a portable workstation.
The display on the P11 Plus is a decent 11-inch IPS display with 2K resolution, providing satisfactory levels of streaming. On the same note, the 8MP camera with background noise cancellation provides enough clarity for smooth work calls and online classes. If you’re wondering about note-taking and sketching, the Lenovo Precision Pen 2 is compatible with the P11 Plus, though it is sold as a separate item.
The Tab P11 Plus may not be packing the heavy punches, but it does successfully sell itself as a budget productivity tablet
Which productivity tablet are you going for?
These are just 5 of the thousands of other tablets making waves in the modern workplace. With so many options out there in the market, you are spoiled for choice! If you are currently on the look out for affordable tablets, make sure to browse PriceShop for the cheapest prices!
