If you’re in the market for the best Android or iOS tablet on a budget, you’ve landed on the right webpage. In this article, we’ve listed five of the best tablets that cost under Rs. 25,000.
Being among the hottest tablet segments, customers can expect the tablets to provide a large screen, multiple speakers, powerful processors, and a long-lasting battery. So, without any further ado, let’s dive into the list of the five best tablets to purchase this Diwali season.
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Best Android and iOS Tablets Under Rs. 25,000
Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus (5G) – Rs. 18,880
The Galaxy Tab A9 Plus is the most affordable 5G tablet, making it ideal for those who want a fast cellular connection on the go.
Out of the box, the tablet offers an 11-inch TFT screen that supports a 90Hz refresh rate and provides a 206 ppi resolution. Under the hood, the Galaxy Tab A9 Plus features the Snapdragon 695 SoC. Although this is a relatively old processor, several OEMs are still using it on their products, which is a testament to its reliability.
Besides, the tablet offers 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage (with an option to expand the storage up to 1TB). Powering the device is a 7,040 mAh battery that supports 15W wired charging. Connectivity options include Bluetooth v5.1, dual-band Wi-Fi, 4G, and 5G. Samsung has promised to provide three major OS upgrades to the device; it will get Android 16 in 2025.
Apple iPad 9th Gen (Wi-Fi, 64GB) – Rs. 20,999
The iPad 9th Gen (Wi-Fi) is the most affordable iPad that supports the latest iPadOS 18 software upgrade, which secured it a spot in our best tablets under Rs. 25,000 list.
The iPad offers a 10.2-inch IPS screen with 264 ppi resolution and 500 nits of peak brightness. Although it lags a smoother refresh rate, it provides True Tone temperature correction technology for the screen. Under the hood, the tablet features the A13 Bionic chipset, which is comparable to the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC.
The only downside to the tablet could be the 64GB onboard storage, as it doesn’t offer an SD card slot. However, if you still want to get an iPad that fits your budget, you can get this model and sign up for an iCloud+ subscription, which starts from Rs. 75 per month for 50GB of cloud storage. Other features include an 8,557 mAh battery, Bluetooth v4.2, dual-band Wi-Fi, and Touch ID.
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Xiaomi Pad 6 (256GB) – 22,999
The Xiaomi Pad 6 is an all-rounder in our list of the best tablets under Rs 25,000. It not only offers a large, sharper screen, but it also features a flagship Snapdragon processor with ample on-device storage. It only lags cellular connectivity, which might not be a priority for all customers.
Xiaomi’s Pad 6 sports an 11-inch IPS screen that supports a 144Hz refresh rate and a 240Hz touch sampling rate. Further, the screen can reach a maximum brightness of 550 nits and has a resolution of 309 ppi. Under the hood, the tablet runs on the Snapdragon 870 SoC, 8GB of RAM, and 256GB of storage.
The tablet draws its power from an 8,840 mAh battery that supports relatively faster 33W wired charging. Other features include 4K30 video recording, Bluetooth v5.2, Wi-Fi, and Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection for the screen. Xiaomi’s promise of three major OS upgrades lasts until June 2026.
Xiaomi Redmi Pad Pro 5G (128GB) – Rs. 24,999
If you’re looking for 5G connectivity paired with a massive screen (the biggest on this list), then you can consider the Redmi Pad Pro 5G.
The Redmi Pad Pro 5G (review) comes with a 12.1-inch LCD screen (249 ppi) that can achieve a maximum brightness of 600 nits and supports 120Hz refresh rate (and 180Hz touch sampling rate). For smooth multitasking, the tablet features the Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 SoC paired with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage.
A 10,000 mAh battery (with support for 33W wired charging) happens to be another selling point for the Redmi Pad Pro 5G. Additional features include an 8MP rear camera, memory card support, 5G VoLTE connectivity, Bluetooth v5.2, and Wi-Fi 6.
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Lenovo Legion Tab 2024 (256GB) – 24,999
While the other tablets in the list have a bigger footprint, the Lenovo Legion Tab 2024 is among the only small-screen Android tablets. The device delivers flagship-tier performance, which is why the company pushes it as a gaming tablet.
As mentioned, the Lenovo Legion Tab 2024 sports an 8.8-inch screen that provides a 343 ppi resolution and supports a 144Hz refresh rate. For those catching up, the screen size is similar to that of the latest iPad mini, which has an 8.3-inch screen. Under its shiny exterior, the tablet features the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC, which is known for its processing and graphical prowess.
With the flagship processor, the tablet offers 12GB of RAM and 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage (expandable up to 1TB). The only concern for power users could be the 6,550 mAh battery, which won’t last as long as other options. However, it supports 45W fast wired charging. Connectivity options include Bluetooth v5.3 and Wi-Fi.
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