Overall Score
55.7Category Breakdown
Overall(#5004)55.7
Performance(#4600)60.3
Camera(#4393)42.4
Display(#5013)70.5
Battery(#8690)43.5
Build(#12261)63.8
Comparisons Featuring Huawei MediaPad M5 Lite 8
Short Review
- The Huawei MediaPad M5 Lite 8 features a sleek design with dimensions of 204.2 x 122.2 x 8.2 mm and a weight of 310 grams, available in Champagne Gold and Space Gray.
- Its 8.0-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1920 x 1200 pixels, providing sharp visuals at approximately 283 ppi.
- Performance is driven by the Kirin 710 chipset, with an octa-core CPU and options for 3GB or 4GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking.
- The tablet includes a 13 MP rear camera capable of 1080p video recording and an 8 MP front camera for selfies.
- A 5100 mAh battery supports extended usage but lacks fast or wireless charging.
- The device runs on Android 9.0 with EMUI 9.0, offering a user-friendly interface.
- It features stereo speakers for enhanced audio and retains a headphone jack for wired listening.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.2, though it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The absence of water resistance is notable, but overall, the build quality is solid for everyday use.
- Special features include a microUSB 2.0 port for charging and data transfer.
Specifications
General
Release Date2019
Announced2019
DescriptionVersions: Wi-Fi; Wi-Fi/LTE
Display
Size8"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1920 x 1200 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~283 ppi density)
PPI1920
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetKirin 710 (12 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.2 GHz Cortex-A73 & 4x1.7 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUMali-G51 MP4
Memory32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, f/2.2, AF
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP, f/2.0
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity5100 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 5100 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions204.2 x 122.2 x 8.2 mm (8.04 x 4.81 x 0.32 in)
Weight310 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsChampagne Gold, Space Gray
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM (cellular model only)
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE (2CA) - cellular model only
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS - cellular model only
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 9.0 (Pie), EMUI 9.0
OS VersionAndroid 9.0 (Pie), EMUI 9.0
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackYes