It’s that time of the year again when we round up the best devices released this year.
From productivity powerhouses to entertainment champions, here are the tablets you can snag for under 15,000 pesos in the Philippines.
HUAWEI MatePad 11.5 263
First on the list is the HUAWEI MatePad 11.5-inch version boasting a crisp 2.2K resolution display complemented with a 120Hz refresh rate.
Powering this guy is the Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 chipset which overtakes the rest in this list when it comes to performance.
Expect seamless usage and even laptop-like productivity—thanks to Super Device and Multitasking features.
On-the-go users will appreciate the 4G connectivity and long-lasting 7700mAh battery with 22.5W fast charging.
The HUAWEI MatePad 11.5 will set you back only PHP 13,999 via Lazada 339.
Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ 172
Next up, we have the Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ that’s slightly pricier, starting at PHP 14,990 on Lazada 122 for the Wi-Fi only model.
For the price, you get an 11-inch high resolution and high refresh display at 1200 x 1920 pixels and 90Hz.
Under the hood is a Snapdragon 695, a 5G-enabled chipset—which means yes, you can opt for the 5G variant.
Storage sits at 128GB, but it does support expandable storage via microSD, which is always a plus!
The 7,040 mAh battery paired with 15W fast charging keeps you powered up for all your holiday binge-watching.
The Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ started at PHP 14,990 for the Wi-Fi only variant. And if you crave a little more speed, the 5G version awaits you at PHP 18,990.
HONOR Pad X9 188
Now, let’s talk about immersive entertainment with the HONOR Pad X9 as your audio-visual companion.
Six-speaker surround sound paired with a stunning 11.5-inch 2K display and 120Hz refresh rate guarantees a feast for your senses!
The Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 chip keeps things running smoothly. Though, this tablet only comes with a Wi-Fi version.
As for the battery, it packs a 7,250 mAh cell. And to sweeten the deal, this beauty comes with a FREE smart keyboard for just PHP 11,590 altogether via Lazada 363.
Blackview Tab 18
Talking about value for money, the Blackview Tab 18 is definitely worth considering. Priced at PHP 14,999 via Shopee 112, this tablet boasts a bigger display; more RAM and storage configs; as well as a bigger battery and faster charging.
Its IPS display spans at 12 inches (the biggest one in this list) and sports a 2.4K resolution.
Although, no super smooth refresh rates here as it’s capped to 60Hz (which also shouldn’t matter if your eyes aren’t used to high refresh screens).
It uses a MediaTek Helio G99 chipset configured with a whopping 24GB extended RAM and 256GB expandable storage.
And the battery is rated at 8,800 mAh paired with 33W fast charging. On top of all that, it supports 4G-connectivity with dual SIM slots!
realme Pad 2 129
Last, but definitely not the least is the realme Pad 2. Also equipped with a MediaTek Helio G99 chipset, up to 16GB Dynamic RAM and up to 256GB of storage.
This guy is also good for media consumption thanks to its quad speaker setup, complemented with Dolby Atmos support!
It sports an 11.5-inch 2K display with 120Hz adaptive refresh rate.
Its Battery is a generous 8,360 mAh capacity paired with 33W SuperVOOC fast charging.
The realme Pad 2 is available on Lazada 249, starting at PHP 11,999 for the 128GB trim and PHP 15,999 for the 256GB option.
Disclaimer: This list compiles all Philippine releases in 2023, showing a mix of suggested retail prices and current prices as of December 30, 2023. Prices may change without prior notice.
I’ll see what I can do to buy a device like this.