The tablet market has seen somewhat of a resurgence in the last couple of years. While big players like Samsung and Apple have always put out benchmark-setting tablets, brands like OnePlus and Xiaomi have also started delivering the goods on a consistent basis. In 2025, there were a lot of exciting tablets that crossed our desks. Here are our favourite picks across all price brackets.
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra
The top-spec model in Samsung’s annual flagship tablet series leaves no stone unturned in terms of hardware, specs, and performance. Unsurprisingly, the Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra was one of the best tablets to come out in 2025. Its massive 14.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display has a refresh rate of 120Hz and can reach a peak brightness of 1,600 nits. Powering this tablet is the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ SoC. OS duties are handled by the Android 16-based One UI 8. The rear camera array houses a 13MP primary shooter and an 8MP ultrawide lens. The 11,600mAh battery pack supports 45W wired charging.
Apple iPad Pro
The iPad Pro model this year pushed the boundaries of what an ordinary tablet can do. Its biggest asset is the Apple M5 chipset at its core. This powerhouse of a processor can accomplish any task you throw at it. With the right accessories, you can replace your laptop with this tablet. The new iPadOS 26 taps into the raw power generated by the M5 chipset and harnesses it in fun and interesting ways. There are 2 size variants on offer: 11-inch and 13-inch. The Ultra Retina Tandem OLED display has a 120Hz refresh rate and can reach a peak brightness of 1,600 nits. The larger 13-inch variant has a 10,290mAh battery pack. Meanwhile, the 11-inch model packs an 8,160mAh unit.
OnePlus Pad 3
The Pad 3 from OnePlus offers a flagship-grade performance at a midrange price. At the heart of the tablet lies the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset. This processor powered a lot of flagship phones this year. The 13.2-inch IPS LCD panel is a level below its AMOLED counterparts, but it produces a brilliant viewing experience. It has a 144Hz refresh rate and can reach 900 nits in High Brightness Mode. There’s one 13MP camera at the back of this device. An 8MP front-facing camera carries out selfie duties. The 12,140mAh battery pack supports 80W wired charging. For more details, read our review of the OnePlus Pad 3.
Apple iPad Air
The iPad Pro model this year was ridiculously decked out. For more casual users, Apple also put out an iPad Air in 2025. Like its Pro counterpart, the Air model also comes in 11-inch and 13-inch sizes. Its Liquid Retina IPS LCD panel can reach 600 nits of typical brightness. Powering this tablet is the Apple M3 processor. While it may not reach the outrageous benchmark numbers of Apple M5, the M3 is more than capable of handling power-intensive tasks like gaming and photo-editing. There are two 12MP sensors on this device – one at the back and one at the front. The 13-inch model has a 9,705mAh battery pack, while the 11-inch variant uses a 7,606mAh unit. Dive into our review of the iPad Air for a deeper analysis.
OnePlus Pad Go 2
The OnePlus Pad Go 2 is designed for users looking for an entertainment tablet instead of a performance champ. With that being said, the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultra chipset powering the Go 2 does a great job of handling routine tasks. The tablet’s 12.1-inch IPS LCD panel has a 2K resolution and can reach 900 nits in High Brightness Mode. The 120Hz refresh rate offers smooth and fluid touch response. The rear camera panel houses an 8MP primary camera. There’s an 8MP front-facing camera on board as well. The 10,050mAh battery pack supports 33W wired charging.
Oppo Pad SE
The Oppo Pad SE was one of the standout releases in the budget tablet segment this year. It flaunts an 11-inch IPS LCD panel with a 90Hz refresh rate and 500 nits of peak brightness. At the heart of the device lies the MediaTek Helio G100 chipset. Software duties are handled by the Android 15-based ColorOS 15. The rear camera panel houses a singular 5MP primary shooter. A 5MP front-facing camera is placed inside one of the longer bezels. The 9,340mAh battery pack supports 33W wired charging. Read our Oppo Pad SE review to learn more about its everyday performance.
Redmi Pad 2
Ending this list is the Xiaomi Redmi Pad 2. This tablet is powered by the MediaTek Helio G100 Ultra processor and runs the Android 15-based HyperOS 2 out of the box. Its 11-inch IPS LCD panel has a 90Hz refresh rate and can reach 600 nits in High Brightness Mode. The hybrid SIM tray supports microSD cards for expandable storage. The rear camera panel houses an 8MP primary shooter. A 5MP selfie camera is placed up front. The 9,000mAh Li-Po battery pack supports 18W charging. Read our Redmi Pad 2 review for more details.
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Final Thoughts
These were our favourite tablets released in 2025. Next year, we expect more activity in the midrange tablet segment, with realme and Lenovo possibly launching new devices. Which was your favourite tablet of the year? Let us know in the comments!
