Buying guide: Choosing the right touchscreen tablet in 2025
The end of the year is a period always eagerly awaited by fans of new technologies. Indeed, with Black Friday promotions, Christmas offers and new products just released, it's the ideal time to invest in a touchscreen tablet. Whether for work, entertainment or study, we will see how to choose the model that best suits your needs.
Why is the end of the year the ideal time to buy a touchscreen tablet?
The end of year period is particularly interesting for several reasons. First of all, because brands take advantage of Black Friday and the Christmas holidays to launch, at the same time as their new products, promotions on old models. New releases for 2025 such as the iPad Pro M3 or the Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra lead to lower prices on 2023 models, without sacrificing performance. If you are looking for the best value for money with a powerful touchscreen tablet.
Tablets in sight for 2025
Here are the most anticipated models this year:
The Apple iPad Pro M3
The iPad Pro 2025, equipped with the new M3 chip, is undoubtedly the star of the end of the year. Designed for creators, it excels in graphics performance and multitasking. With its 11 or 12.9-inch Liquid Retina XDR screen, it offers incomparable display quality for artists or video enthusiasts.
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra
On the Android side, Samsung remains the leader with the Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra. It seduces with its huge 14.6-inch AMOLED screen, its compatibility with the S Pen and its power, ideal for games or collaborative work. Its IP68 certification (water and dust resistance) is a real plus for outdoor use.
The Xiaomi Pad 6
Xiaomi establishes itself as an economical, but high-performance alternative with the Pad 6. Its Snapdragon 870 processor and 120 Hz screen make it an excellent option for gamers and streaming enthusiasts.
The Lenovo Tab P12 Pro
For students or professionals, Lenovo offers a hybrid solution with the Tab P12 Pro, equipped with a detachable keyboard and a stylus. Versatile and accessible, it offers a laptop-like experience.
Criteria to observe before buying
To choose the ideal tablet, it is important to define your needs and base yourself on objective criteria. Here are the points to check:
User profile
• For work: Choose high-end models like the iPad Pro or Galaxy Tab S9, compatible with accessories like keyboards or styluses, and with advanced multitasking capabilities.
• For leisure: If you are a fan of series or games, a tablet with a large screen, good resolution and quality speakers will be essential.
• For studies: Hybrid models, such as the Lenovo Tab or Surface Go, which are equipped with a removable keyboard and software suitable for note-taking and office automation, are perfect for students.
The price
Touchscreen tablets cover a wide range of prices:
• Entry-level models (less than €300): Ideal for basic use (navigation, streaming, basic gaming), with models like the Samsung Galaxy Tab A8.
• Mid-range models (€300 to €600): Suitable for more versatile use, with solid performance for gaming or working on low-power applications.
• High-end models (€600 and more): Reserved for intensive use, they integrate ultra-high definition screens, powerful processors and advanced features.
Power and processor
The processor is one of the key elements when evaluating the performance of a tablet. A recent processor like the Apple M3, Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 or Exynos 2400 guarantees smooth use, even for demanding applications. If you plan to game or edit videos, opt for a model with at least 4 to 8 GB of RAM.
Storage capacity
Storage generally ranges from 32 GB to 1 TB. For typical use, 64 or 128 GB is enough, but if you download a lot of movies, applications or documents, opt for 256 GB or more. Android tablets often offer expansion options with a microSD card.
Screen quality
A quality screen significantly improves the user experience. Here's what to check:
• Screen resolution: A minimum of Full HD (1920 x 1080) is recommended. But for more intensive use (video streaming or gaming), prefer 2K or 4K.
• Display technology: AMOLED screens or Liquid Retina offer richer colors and striking contrasts.
• Refresh rate: 120 Hz screens guarantee optimal fluidity, especially for games or scrolling.
Battery life
Good battery life is essential, especially if you use your tablet on the go or if you use it for your children while traveling. Current models offer an average of 8 to 12 hours of battery life. For professionals, this is also a very important criterion. Also check the fast charging options.
