The Indian mobile tablet market is flourishing rapidly with new models. Numerous brands are flooding this space with value-for-money devices. And you don’t necessarily need to burn a big hole in your pockets to own a feature-rich tablet nowadays. Specifically, if you wish to buy an Android tablet with a high refresh rate, powerful chipset, and battery. Off late, there has been a surging trend with smartphone brands to release affordable yet technologically-advanced tablets.
Some of the known faces that have ventured into the tablet segment are Lenovo, Xiaomi, Realme, OPPO, and Vivo. Even Nokia has marked its presence in the tablet space with pocket-friendly options. The Nokia T20 is one of the models which has arrived recently in the Indian market.
It is one of the strongest contenders for the Realme Pad which is also a mid-tier Android tablet. There are several players in the sub Rs. 15,000 tablet category besides these two. However, the Samsung Galaxy Tab A7.
We understand selecting the perfect model for specific requirements could be a task with so many options available in the market. However, the aforementioned Android tablets are amongst a few of the best tablets that you can consider if you are on a budget constraint and yet don’t wish to compromise on the quality. So which one out of the Realme Pad, Nokia T20, or the Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 is a complete package that you should buy? This comparison article will help you decide.
Nokia T20 Vs Realme Pad Vs Samsung Galaxy Tab A7: Display Specifications
Starting with the Nokia T20, it is an affordable tablet that can be purchased at Rs. 15,499 via online stores in the country. This budget Android tablet is packed with a massive 10.4-inch screen which is an IPS LCD panel. The Nokia T20’s display delivers a screen resolution of 2000 x 1200 pixels and a pixel density of 224 PPI. The large display has a scratch-resistant coating and a peak brightness level of 400 nits.
The display parameters on the Realme Pad isn’t much different compared to the Nokia T20. The screen size is 10.4-inches here as well and the panel type is IPS LCD. The display resolution is also the same as the Nokia tablet, i.e, 1200 x 2000 pixels.
However, the peak brightness levels on the Realme Pad tablet is slightly lower compared to the Nokia T20 at 360 nits. This affects the device’s outdoor visibility experience, but not to a larger extent.
Similarly, the Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 also flaunts a massive 10.4-inch display. However, Samsung has opted for a TFT panel for its budget Android tablet. The remaining features are the same as the Realme Pad and the Nokia T20 tablets where the resolution is 1200 x 2000 pixels, while the pixel density is 224 ppi.
Nokia T20 Vs Realme Pad Vs Samsung Galaxy Tab A6: Chipset, Configuration Differences
The Nokia T20 tablet is designed for budget consumers. This Android tablet is powered by the Unisoc T610 octa-core processor. This chipset is designed for budget mobile gadgets and is capable of handling all basic tasks with ease.
The Unisoc chipset on the Nokia tablet is paired up with Mali-G52 MP2 GPU which handles the graphics. This tablet is available with a 3GB/4GB RAM configuration and up to 64GB native storage capacity. It also has an additional microSD card support to suffice the storage requirements.
The Realme Pad gets a slight edge over the Nokia T20 with its game-centric mid-range chipset. Realme has used the Helio G80 processor by MediaTek to drive the Realme Pad. This octa-core chipset is clubbed with Mali-G52 MC2 GPU to render intensive graphics smoothly.
For multitasking, the Realme Pad uses up to 6GB RAM capacity. The storage option available are dual, i.e, 64GB ad 128GB. The higher RAM and storage capacity is another factor that makes the Realme Pad a better option compared to the Nokia tablet.
Coming to the Samsung Galaxy Tab A7, this affordable tablet has a Qualcomm chipset with which it becomes a preferable choice for a vast segment of users. The Galaxy Tab A7 is packed with the Snapdragon 662 processor which is built on an 11nm fabrication process and has Adreno 610 GPU support for graphics.
The octa-core chipset is combined with up to 4GB RAM and 64GB storage configuration. Configuration wise, the Realme Pad is the best out of all. However, the performance feedback will be good on all three tablets if general to moderate usage is the requirement.
Nokia T20 Vs Realme Pad Vs Samsung Galaxy Tab A7: Camera Hardware Comparison
Moving on to the imaging hardware, the Nokia T20 features a basic setup. The budget tablet is packed with an 8MP camera at the back. The main camera supports AF (Autofocus) feature and can record 1080p@30fps videos. This setup is suitable for general photography. The output will be the best in broad daylight situations.
The Realme Pad tablet features the same rear camera hardware as the Nokia T20. This affordable Android tablet is packed with an 8MP camera like the Nokia tablet that records 1080@30fps video recording.
The Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 also features the same camera hardware as the remaining two tablets. It is also equipped with an 8MP main camera which comes with AF (autofocus). The budget Samsung tablet’s back camera can record 1080p@30fps videos like the remaining two tablets.
The same goes for the selfie camera as well. The hardware is the same on the Nokia T20 and the Samsung Galaxy Tab A7. Both these tablets are available with a 5MP front camera to capture selfies and for video calling. But if you need a better selfie snapper, the Realme Pad is the model you need to opt. it features an 8MP camera for self-portraits that can also record 1080p@30 fps videos.
Nokia T20 Vs Realme Pad Vs Samsung Galaxy Tab A7: Android Version, Battery Capacity
The firmware version on the Nokia T20 and the Realme Pad are identical. Both these budget Android tablets ship with Android 11 OS out-of-the-box. However, the Realme Pad has a custom Realme UI interface pre-installed.
On the contrary, the Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 comes with the dated Android 10 OS. However, it is upgradable to Android 11 OS. The Samsung tablet comes pre-installed with OneUI 3.1 interface.
As for the battery setup, the Nokia T20 tablet draws fuel via a massive 8,200 mAh battery unit. The large battery capacity is supported by 15W fast charging. The Realme Pad has a smaller battery unit compared to the Nokia T20. It is packed with a 7,100 mAh battery unit.
While the battery capacity is smaller, the Realme tablet makes up for it by offering slightly faster 18W charging support. The Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 features a 7,040 mAh battery which is the smallest in this lot. The fast charging speed is the same as the Nokia tablet, i.e. 15W.
Nokia T20 Vs Realme Pad Vs Samsung Galaxy Tab A7: Price, Which One To Buy?
The Nokia T20 can be purchased at an asking price of Rs. 15,499, while the Realme Pad is available with a starting price tag of Rs. 15,999. The Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 is the most expensive variant in this lot with a starting price of Rs. 17,850 ( via Amazon). All three Android tablets are capable for their price point. However, the Realme Pad is the best variant to consider if your requirement is a better selfie camera or a faster-charging speeds.
