Key Highlights
- India has joined the 5G network bandwagon
- Smartphone and tablet OEMs have been launching 5G-ready handsets for the Indian audience
- Numerous tablets now currently come with both Wi-Fi as well as LTE network support
India has also joined the 5G network bandwagon following all the delays and anticipations. PM Narendra Modi inaugurated the 5G services in India which is expected to replace 4G and 3G networks in the next few years. Smartphone and tablet OEMs have been a step ahead in this race and have been launching 5G-ready handsets for the Indian audience even before the services became active in the country.
And we aren’t entirely limited to smartphones capable of 5G network support. The new-generation tablets specifically premium mid-range and flagship-grade models are equipped with 5G-ready chipsets. You have numerous tablets that come with both Wi-Fi as well as LTE network support. But if you wish to buy a 5G-enabled tablet, you can check out this list.
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE 5G Android Tablet
Pros
- Supports both Wi-Fi and 5G network support
- Single 8MP rear and front camera setup
- Beefy 10,900 mAh battery unit with 45W fast charging
Cons
- Standard TFT LCD panel instead of AMOLED or OLED display
- Average display brightness
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE is one of the most popular Android tablets which supports both Wi-Fi and 5G network. The premium mid-tier Android tablet flaunts an 11-inch TFT LCD display with 274 PPI pixel density. The tablet supports a pixel density of 1600 x 2560 pixels and has single 8MP selfie snapper.
The tablet is powered by a 10,900 mAh battery unit with 45W fast charging. It is powered by the octa-core Snapdragon 750G chipset which has 5G network support along with up to 8GB RAM and 256GB storage configuration. This tablet can be purchased via Amazon and the official Samsung website at a starting price of Rs. 33,999.
Xiaomi Pad 5 5G-enabled Android Tablet
Pros
- WQHD+ display resolution and 120Hz refresh rate
- Octa-core Snapdragon 860 premium mid-range processor
- Affordable price tag
Cons
- Standard LCD screen
- Average selfie camera
The Xiaomi Pad 5 Android tablet is one of the most affordable yet premium range tablets that have Wi-Fi as well as LTE support. You can consider this tablet if your budget is under Rs. 30,000 and compromising on performance aspects is what you wish to avoid.
The Xiaomi Pad 5 flaunts a 10.95-inch display that is a standard IPS LCD panel offering a WQHD+ screen resolution and 120Hz refresh rate. The imaging setup on the Xiaomi Pad 5 ships with a 13MP main camera that records up to 4K video recording.
The selfie snapper packed inside is an 8MP lens with an f/2.0 aperture. The octa-core Snapdragon 860 premium mid-range tablet offers reliable performance and also 5G network support. You can buy this tablet with up to 6GB RAM and 256GB native storage capacity. The tablet draws its power from an 8,720 mAh battery unit with fast charging support. This tablet can be purchased via both Amazon and Xiaomi India’s official website starting at Rs. 24,999.
Realme Pad X 5G Android Tablet
Pros
- Affordable 5G-ready Android tablet
- 13MP big main camera sensor
- Up to 6GB RAM and 128GB storage
Cons
- Average selfie snapper
- Hybrid microSD card slot
One of the latest Android tablets backed by a 5G chipset and is priced starting at around Rs. 19,899 in the country is the Realme Pad X 5G. You can buy this tablet via Flipkart and the Realme official India website. The Realme Pad X 5G tablet runs on the octa-core Snapdragon 695 5G chipset along with up to 6GB RAM and 128GB storage. The firmware pre-installed is Android 12 OS with Realme UI 3.0 interface.
The imaging setup on the Realme Pad X 5G tablet is the same as the Xiaomi Pad 5 featuring a 13MP main snapper with an f/2.2 aperture and 1080p@30fps video recording. Rounding off the spec sheet is an 8,340 mAh battery unit with 33W fast charging.
| Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE 5G Android Tablet | Xiaomi Pad 5 5G-enabled Android Tablet | Realme Pad X 5G Android Tablet | |
| Display | 12.4 inches TFT LCD | 11.0 inches IPS LCD | 10.95 inches IPS LCD |
| Processor | Qualcomm SM7225 Snapdragon 750G 5G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 860 | Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 695 5G |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB | 6GB |
| Battery | 10090 mAh | 8720 mAh | 8340 mAh |
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