The best tablets under 5000 rubles 2021

What to look for when choosing a tablet

7 inches - for games, reading, traveling, for a child
When buying a tablet for the first time, it is difficult to choose a model that is suitable for specific tasks.

Criterias of choice:

1. Screen diagonal. 7 inches – for games, reading, traveling, for a child. For stationary use – 9.7. To watch movies – 10.
2. Operating system. Almost all budget models run on the Android platform; updates for this OS appear weekly.
3. Display options. A tablet with a 16:9 aspect ratio is suitable for watching videos. For communication on the Internet, games - a device with 4:3 parameters.
4. Screen resolution. The higher, the clearer the image.
5. Case material. Plastic lightweight, convenient to carry with you all the time. Metal ones are strong, durable, but heavy and do not respond well to WI-FI transmitters.
6. Battery capacity. With a diagonal of 7 inches - 4-5 thousand mAh.
7. Screen matrix. Devices with TN matrices are cheap, have an average viewing angle, and the brightness and color rendition are average. IPS – viewing angle up to 180 degrees, high-quality color and brightness reproduction.
8. RAM. For simple games and work in text editors – at least 2 GB. For videos, music, heavy games - 3-4 GB.

What to look for when choosing a tablet under 5,000 rubles?

Even an inexpensive gadget should have certain requirements. You shouldn’t expect much, but for 5,000 rubles you can buy a decent model that will cope with the tasks.

When choosing a tablet computer, study its most important characteristics:

CPU

The chipset determines how quickly and smoothly the tablet computer will work, as well as its level of performance in applications, games, and when playing videos and music. On the technology market you can find inexpensive gadgets equipped with powerful processors.

A popular chipset for budget tablet computers with good performance is MediaTek MT8321. The processor was released in 2014, has 4 ARM Cortex-A7 cores operating at a frequency of 1.3 GHz, and the maximum camera resolution is 8 megapixels. Supports display with a resolution of 1280 by 800 pixels. MediaTek MT8321 allows you to create high-performance devices at a low price.

The Spreadtrum SC7731E chipset, produced, like the MediaTek MT8321, on a 28-nanometer process, is not inferior in performance. The processor has 4 ARM Cortex-A7 cores, each running at 1.3 GHz. The maximum camera resolution is 8 megapixels, the maximum screen resolution is 1280 by 720 pixels.

RAM

This parameter determines how many applications you can use at the same time; it displays the speed of the device. For most users, in practice, 2–3 GB of RAM is sufficient. The tablet will work quickly and without freezing. In addition, a larger amount of RAM quickly drains the gadget, reducing its level of autonomy. The recommended memory type is LPDDR3, which provides lower power consumption.

Built-in memory

This parameter determines the amount of data that you can store in the memory of your tablet computer.
Lines of inexpensive tablets require a memory capacity of 16 to 32 GB. This is enough to store photos, applications, videos and other information. If you need more memory, you can use cloud storage or choose a gadget with a cell for a flash card.

Battery

In no case should you ignore the battery parameters when choosing a tablet computer. After all, how autonomous the gadget will be depends on its volume. To avoid charging your device every couple of hours, take a closer look at devices with a battery with a capacity of 3000–4000 mAh.

Android version

Advantages of the Android operating system for a tablet:

• allows you to install a large number of applications from various sources;
• supports a huge number of free games and other programs;
• The gadget has Google services installed by default, which make work easier;
• Many Android tablets support a SIM card, so they can perform the functions of a regular phone.

When buying an inexpensive tablet, pay attention to the operating system version: it is preferable to choose Android 8.1 and higher.

Screen

When it comes to inexpensive devices, it is best to choose an IPS matrix that is low in cost.
However, despite its budget, the IPS matrix is ​​characterized by good picture quality, large viewing angles, and realistic color rendition. It is worth noting that such matrices are also built into expensive top-end devices. Also pay attention to the screen resolution. It directly determines how clear and dynamic the image on the tablet will be. We recommend choosing a gadget with a screen resolution of 720 by 1280 pixels (HD).

Other

Despite the fact that the tablet costs up to 5,000 rubles, it may have a number of other options that are important for some people. They can be useful, so we recommend choosing a tablet computer:

With slot for flash card.

Inexpensive tablets are equipped with memory capacity, usually up to 32 GB. For those users for whom this volume is not enough, it is important to pay attention to the presence of an additional memory card slot in the device. In this simple way you can significantly increase the memory capacity of your tablet.

Dual SIM support

If you use a tablet computer as a phone, then having a slot for a second SIM card will not be superfluous. This way you can switch between two subscriber numbers without removing your SIM card.

4G support

The presence of this function speeds up your work with the mobile Internet: pages load faster than on 3G. Moreover, calling over a 4G network opens up a new level of voice quality.

MonsterPad Zebra (leopard) – simple and stylish

TurboPad brand tablets appeared on the market less than 10 years ago. There are many of their unusual devices on the market for children and adults.

The children's tablet TurboPad has an unusual design. There are no additional pads or other classic improvements to the body. The screen is standard and convenient for children. Good built-in sensor. The tablet runs on the Android 7.1 platform.

The processor is not very powerful, frequency 1.2 GHz. The battery is powerful - 3000 mAh, but it heats up quickly and quickly consumes power. At 100% charge, the tablet works for 4 hours.

The standard installation has 2 operating systems, there are no pre-installed programs.

Advantages:

• light – weight 290 g;
• comfortable;
• equipment - USB and OTG cable, headphones, network adapter, instructions in Russian;
• easy to set up;
• design;
• parental control button;
• inexpensive.

Flaws:

• poor parameters for limiting actions - a child can access sites for an adult audience;
• no viewing angles;
• fragile;
• works slowly, takes a long time to turn on and load;
• built-in applications are primitive;
• poor image quality, camera;
• heats up and discharges quickly;
• small built-in memory;
• After 2-3 months the power button often breaks.

The TurboPad tablet can be used as a full-fledged e-reader.

Prestigio SmartKids - the best 7-inch children's tablet

The tablet has an advanced version of Android 8.1, which is suitable for teaching a child. Built-in memory – 1 GB, support for expansion cards – 128 GB.

The screen with HD resolution 1024 by 600 pixels and IPS matrix clearly conveys colors and shades. Quad-core processor with a frequency of 1.3 GHz - standard parameters for mid-priced planets.

The case is shockproof, available in pink or blue. The speed and quality of the camera corresponds to the price, suitable for a child. There are installed children's programs and games, but some of them are not Russified.

Advantages:

• bright design, rubberized ears on the body;
• works uninterruptedly for 7 hours;
• parental control;
• clear and convenient interface;
• the film on the screen is firmly held;
• high-quality matrix, minimal negative impact on the eyes;
• Alice with a children's filter.

Flaws:

• warms up;
• takes a long time to charge;
• non-Russian applications;
• games load slowly;
• there is no plug on the memory slot;
• glare from a glossy screen in bright light;
• no stylus included;
• works slowly.

The Prestigio SmartKids tablet is suitable for a child’s first acquaintance with gadgets. Age – up to 6-7 years.

Amazon Kindle Fire - Great for Traveling

This model created a lot of buzz even before its release. Manufacturers promised to release an inexpensive but powerful tablet to the market. In many ways, expectations were justified; this gadget has been among the top best for several years.

Laconic design, body made of high-quality materials, precise assembly without creaks or cracks. 7-inch IPS display with a resolution of 1024 by 600 pixels, wide viewing angles, bright colors.

The operating system is Android 2.3, but the interface is the Amazon development shell, which is convenient only for US residents. In other regions, the device is difficult to use and does not reach its full potential.

Advantages:

• comfortable, resistant to damage;
• quality of sound, picture, protective coating, battery;
• modern platform with dual-core gigahertz processor, graphics accelerator;
• monolithic rubberized body;
• you can install applications without jailbreaking the device;
• multitouch;
• battery life – 7.5-8 hours;
• price.

Flaws:

• heavy;
• no camera, microphone, 3G;
• does not support memory card;
• no charging for European sockets;
• The kit does not include a data cable;
• volume is adjusted through the settings menu;
• Most Amazon services do not work outside the US.

You can make an effort, flash the necessary software, and the Amazon Kindle Fire can turn into a full-fledged tablet for little money.

The best tablets under 5,000 rubles from the most budget ones

The final nomination in the ranking of the best tablets under 5,000 rubles according to CreativPortal.ru are the most budget tablets that look inexpensive compared to the already cheap others. You can buy such a tablet for a child without regret, knowing that pretty quickly the baby will turn it into small fragments. But if you take it for yourself, then such a device can be used for simple tasks - simple games, surfing the Internet, use as an e-book, etc. Our experts have selected two acceptable models on the market, both of them are from the domestic brand Irbis. Of course, you shouldn’t expect superpowers from them, but they are still capable of something.

Irbis HIT 8Gb (TZ49)

First in the most budget category we will consider another model of the domestic brand Irbis. This is the most compact tablet of all listed, the average price of which in well-known Russian online stores does not exceed 1,700 rubles.

The 7″ screen diagonal makes this device a kind of “middle ground” between a smartphone and a tablet, however, such smartphones still do not exist. So it's a super-compact tablet. The screen resolution in this case also stands out compared to the above models - 1024x600 pixels. Pixel density - 170 PPI. All the other paraphernalia without which it is impossible to imagine a full-fledged gadget like this - a touchscreen, capacitive screen, glossy finish, standard protective film, multi-touch support - all this is fully present.

The electronic basis of the tablet is a MediaTek MT8312 processor with two Cortex-A7 cores with a frequency of up to 1.3 GHz each. The processor was manufactured using a 28nm process technology. Graphics subsystem - Mali-400 MP.

The RAM here is cut in half compared to any of the above models - 512 MB, with built-in memory more or less - 8 GB. Thanks to the slot for microSDHC cards, you can use external memory cards up to 32GB. The operating system here, of course, is quite ancient - Android 4.4.

Communications are almost completely the same as the previous model: Wi-Fi standard 802.11n, Bluetooth standard 4.0, 2 slots for GSM SIM cards from GSM900 to GPRS and 3G. 4G LTE standard is not supported.

The situation with the cameras is quite sad - both the rear and the front have a resolution of 0.3 megapixels each. Mono sound from the built-in speaker, there is a microphone and an FM tuner. Against the background of limited functionality, the GPS module with support for A-GPS cold start stands out clearly. Like all previous tablets, it supports automatic screen orientation, has an accelerometer, a wired connection via a micro-USB connector, and a standard 3.5 mm headset output.

The battery in this model is also the most modest compared to the others, but the size of the device naturally reduces energy requirements. Capacity - 2500 mAh. You can charge from USB.

The dimensions of the tablet in its pure form are 188.5×108.5×10.7 mm, weight – 279 g. The case is plastic, the design is ordinary, classic.

Advantages:

• large reserve of screen brightness;
• 3G support;
• FM tuner
• GPS module;
• affordable price.

Flaws:

• little RAM – under “above average” loads, work slows down.

HUAWEI Mediapad T3 7.0 8Gb 3G – strong and reliable

The leader among good tablets under 5000 rubles. Small dimensions, metal, lightweight and durable body, classic design. You can install 1 SIM card.

Screen 7-inch with IPS matrix, resolution 1024 by 600 pixels. Contrast – 800:1. The display is not very bright or detailed, but it performs basic functions perfectly.

Quad-core processor, frequency – 1300 MHz. RAM 1 GB and 8 GB of built-in storage, using MicroSD cards you can expand the free space up to 128 GB.

Advantages:

• lightweight, comfortable, ergonomic;
• durable metal case;
• the quality of the screen, the eyes do not get tired;
• high-quality voice communication;
• you can connect flash drives via an adapter;
• design;
• price;
• works continuously for 7-9 hours;
• quality software.

Flaws:

• quality of the front and front camera;
• takes a long time to charge;
• there are problems with WI-FI;
• little built-in memory, applications cannot be transferred to a memory card;
• bad GPS;
• no stylus included.

HUAWEI Mediapad T3 7.0 8Gb 3G was created for users who need only the basic capabilities and functions of the tablet. The gadget with a metal body looks stylish and is suitable for a child aged 7-12 years.

The best tablets under 5,000 rubles with 4G LTE support

An important element in a tablet for those who often move around the city is the presence of full support for a high-speed 4G LTE Internet connection. The fourth generation GSM network allows you to surf the Internet at speeds that are more associated with a wired stationary office or home connection. Some of the above models have 4G LTE support, and the Internet in them is quite functional. But in this rating category, our experts have selected models where exactly this function works best.

Digma Plane 1715T 4G

The first number in this category of the ranking of the best tablets under 5,000 rubles according to CreativPortal.ru is another model from the Digma brand (Hong Kong). This is a good tablet, even with quite wide capabilities, but a slightly lower screen resolution.

The screen size itself is quite decent, 10.1″ diagonally. Resolution - 1024x600. This is less than any of the models described above, but this difference is not so big and is not so noticeable. Moreover, in any case we have to put up with such compromises if we want to keep within 5 thousand rubles when purchasing. However, the matrix itself is of high quality, the technology is IPS, the viewing angles are wide, the touchscreen is responsive and smooth. The case is typical - plastic with a classic minimalist design.

The communication capabilities of the tablet include wireless modules Wi-Fi standard 802.11n, Bluetooth 4.0, as well as two slots for mobile SIM cards with support for 3G and LTE. Wired connection – via micro-USB with recharging capability. There is a GPS satellite navigation module.

The system was built on a Spreadtrum SC9832 central processor with 4 cores and a frequency of 1000 MHz. RAM is expected - 1GB, built-in is quite a lot - as much as 16GB. It can be expanded using external microSDXC cards, up to 64 GB. Operating system - Android 7.0.

The situation with cameras here is not as favorable as in the previous nomination, but this was not expected. Rear – 2Mpix, front – 0.3Mpix. The rear is complemented by an LED flash. There are speakers and 3.5 mm audio output.

The tablet is equipped with a fairly capacious 5000 mAh battery, which provides very good autonomy.

Advantages:

• large screen;
• responsive touchscreen;
• relatively large amount of built-in memory for this class;
• powerful and stable 4G.

Flaws:

• Despite all the battery capacity, there are complaints about its insufficiency for comfortable work.

Irbis TZ969

The second number in this rating category is another inexpensive model of the domestic brand Irbis TZ969. This model is already slightly more powerful than the previous one, with a higher resolution, but with a slightly smaller screen. The model was announced in 2021.

The screen size in this case is 9.6″, screen resolution is 1280×800, matrix type is IPS with wide viewing angles characteristic of this technology. Pixel density – 157 PPI. The screen is touch-sensitive, capacitive, with multi-touch support.

The wireless communication capabilities in this tablet are completely similar to the previous model - the same Wi-Fi 802.11n, the same Bluetooth 4.0, the same two slots for GSM SIM cards with support for 3G and LTE. There is also a GPS satellite positioning module with support for A-GPS “cold start”. Wired communication is exactly the same micro-USB connector. Unlike all of the above tablets, this model also has a mini HDMI connector, which in this context is a definite advantage.

The center of the system is a 4-core central processor Spreadtrum SC9832 with a core frequency of up to 1.3 GHz. Graphics subsystem - Mali-400 MP2. The RAM is set to a “living wage” of 1GB, the built-in memory is 16GB. There is a slot for microSDHC flash cards with a capacity of up to 32GB. Operating system - Android 7.0.

With multimedia, the situation is similar to the previous solution: rear camera (with flash) with a resolution of 2 megapixels, front - 0.3 megapixels. Speakers, microphone, 3.5 mm headset output, FM tuner.

The battery in this tablet is slightly weaker than the previous one - 4700 mAh, but there is practically no difference in battery life, since the screen diagonal is smaller, which means lower energy consumption.

Dimensions of the tablet - 226x161x10 mm, net weight - 460 g. The case is plastic, the design is ordinary.

Advantages:

• a high resolution;
• high-quality image;
• powerful GSM connection 4G LTE;
• GPS support;
• presence of a mini-HDMI port;
• good autonomy.

Flaws:

• There are complaints about the quality of materials and workmanship.

Digma Optima 8019N 4G

Completes the rating category of the best tablets under 5,000 rubles. with support for 4G LTE according to CreativePortal.ru, another model of the Digma brand. This time it is a representative of the Optima series, model 8019N. The tablet was announced last 2021.

This is the most compact tablet of all those described in this category, but, nevertheless, it is quite comfortable to use. Diagonal size – 8″, resolution – 1280×800. Matrix type – IPS. The screen, like everything else, is widescreen, touch, multi-touch.

The communication potential here is the same as that of the two previous models - Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 3G, LTE. The center of electronics is the MediaTek MT8735 central processor on 4 Cortex-A53 computing cores with a frequency of up to 1.3 GHz. Manufactured using the 28 nm process technology. RAM is standard 1GB, but the built-in memory is half as much - 8GB. But you can expand it using an external microSDXC by as much as 128 GB, a record in this context. There is a GPS satellite communication module. Operating system - Android 7.0.

The rear camera here has a resolution of 2 megapixels with flash, the front one is 0.3 megapixels. Standard speakers and microphone.

Wired connections are almost the same as above - micro-USB for connecting to a computer and, optionally, to peripherals, as well as for recharging. Standard 3.5 mm audio output. The battery capacity is the most modest of the options listed above - 3400 mAh.

Advantages:

• powerful 4G module;
• large capacity potential for using flash cards;
• high screen resolution;
• high quality image.

Flaws:

• the weakest battery in the group.