Best Professional Tablets of 2019 - Best Choice for Productivity

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Welcome to our roundup of the best business tablets for 2019. It's the height of the new year and we've got plenty of brilliant tablets to help you stay productive on the go, without lugging around one of the best laptops around. Even if you don't think of tablets as an essential tool for your business needs, the best professional Android and Apple tablets have a wide range of productivity apps that can be installed. Also, let's not forget about the best Windows tablets, as they'll let you run any app or program you'd normally find on a traditional laptop. Add a Bluetooth keyboard and you can work comfortably on the best professional tablets for hours. For the sake of clarity, we'll only look at pure, detachable tablets when it comes to convertibles. The best 2-in-1 laptops are too close to conventional computers, because their keyboard can't be completely detached.

1 Microsoft Surface Pro 6

The best professional tablet in the world.

CPU: Intel Core i5 - i7 620th generation | Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 8 | RAM: 16GB - 12.3GB | Screen: 2,736-inch, 1,824 x 128 PixelSense display | Storage: 1GB SSD - 802.11TB | Connectivity: Wi-Fi 4.1ac; Bluetooth 8 | Camera: 5MP rear-facing, 1.73MP forward-facing | Weight: 11.5 pounds | Size: 7.93 x 0.33 x 6 inches (W x D x H) Vastly improved performance New color options No USB-C Microsoft's Surface Pro series is often at the top of the list of best professional tablets, and the latest version, the Surface Pro 6, is no different. It takes what we liked from previous versions and refines it. So it's not a revolutionary new tablet that does anything new, but a solid professional tablet that does everything right. So it's got this great design and build quality, plus a new black color option, as well as some of the latest mobile tech stacked on its body. Again, though, it doesn't include the Type Cover to make it a portable-type device, or the Surface Pen's stylus, which is a bit off-putting considering the price. Read the full review: Microsoft Surface Pro XNUMX

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2. iPad Pro 12.9 (2018)

The best tablet from large companies.

Weight: 632g | Dimensions: 280.6 x 214.9 x 5.9mm | OS: iOS 12 | Screen size: 12,9 inches | Resolution: 2048 x 2732 pixels | CPU: A12X Bionic | Storage: 64GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | microSD slot: no | Battery: 9 mAh | Rear camera: 720MP | Front camera: 12MP Huge screen Huge processing power Battery life could be longer Facial identity isn't perfect. The iPad Pro 7 (12.9) is the best professional tablet if you want a wide, vibrant display, thanks to its large 2018-inch display and 12.9 x 2048 resolution. It's a tablet that's simply beautiful to look at and use. Ideal for creativity, its large touch screen makes a beautiful canvas. It also has the power to back it up, with some of Apple's most powerful hardware inside. With its unmatched processing power, massive display, fast operating system, and the fact that you can use it with Apple Pencil and Smart Keyboard, it's definitely a tablet to consider for your business. The only problem is that it is expensive. Very expensive. Read our full review: iPad Pro 2732 (12.9)

3.Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet

For the fiercest of the Big Blue era.

CPU: Intel Core m7-6Y75 | Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 515 | RAM: 8GB | Screen: 12-inch, 2,160 x 1,440 | Storage: 256 GB | Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 4.1 | Camera: 8MP rear, 2MP front | Weight: 1.8 pounds | Dimensions: 11.45 x 8.97 x 0.20 inches. Modular design is great A plethora of ports. expensive Average battery life. The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet is probably one of the best designed convertible devices on the market. The engineers clearly had a great time building a slate that packs so many features that it's hard to believe the X1 is so thin and portable. It has all the hallmarks of a distinctive ThinkPad device: the finish, the red color scheme, the Trackpoint, the Accutype key shape, and the ThinkPad logo on the back. Hobbyists will love it, while others risk lowering prices: This is the older ThinkPad. Read the full review: Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet

4 Microsoft Surface Pro 4

The tablet that can replace your laptop.

CPU: Intel Core i5-6300U @ 2.4GHz | Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 520 | RAM: 8GB | Screen: 12.3 inches, 2,736 x 1,824, 3:2 aspect ratio | Storage: 256 GB SSD | Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 4.0 | Camera: 8MP rear (1080p HD), 5MP front (1080p) | Weight: 1.73 pounds | Dimensions: 11.5 x 7.93 x 0.36 inches. Tall Screen Much Improved Cover Type Cover Type Still Sold Separately Entry-Level Intel Core m3 A higher-resolution display, thinner design, and adoption of Intel's most powerful Skylake processors help make this tablet laptop a substitute for your laptop. Unfortunately, the Type Cover keyboard is still optional, but really, it's a necessity for this laptop's replacement; Come on Microsoft, pack it up already. The good news with the Type Cover in this fourth version of the Surface Pro is that it's much improved this time around. Read the full review: Microsoft Surface Pro 4

5.Lenovo Miix 510

A 2-in-1 surface competitor.

CPU: 5GHz Intel Core i7200-2.5U | Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 620 | RAM: 8GB | Display: 12.2 inches, 1920 x 1200 | Storage: 128 GB SSD | Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 4.1 | Camera: 5MP rear-facing, 2MP forward-facing | Weight: 1.94 pounds | Dimensions: 11.8 x 8.07 x 0.39 inches. Super price USB-C port No microSD Average battery life. Lenovo shows that it's just as good at making 2-in-1s that make excellent professional tablets with the Lenovo Miix 510, followed by the Miix 700 (yes, we know, confusing) with a new version of the latest generation of Kaby Lake. Core i5 and a powerful core pair of 8 GB of RAM and a 256 GB SSD. It comes with a detachable keyboard and is much cheaper than Microsoft's Surface Pro range of professional tablets, and offers more similar features. It's definitely a professional tablet to consider if your budget isn't limited to a Microsoft (or Apple) device. Read the full review: Lenovo Miix 510

6. Microsoft Surface Go

CPU: Intel Pentium Gold 4415Y | Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 615 | RAM: 4GB - 8GB | Screen: 1,800 x 1,200, 10.5-inch PixelSense touchscreen | Storage: eMMC 64GB - 128GB SSD | Connectivity: 802.11ac; Bluetooth | Camera: 8MP rear, 5MP front | Weight: 1,12kg (522g) | Dimensions: 9.6 x 6.9 x 0.33 inches. affordable Lightweight and easy to hold Not as powerful as the iPad If you're looking for the best tablet for your budget, then the Microsoft Surface Go should definitely be considered. It's thin, light, portable, and stylish without sacrificing the ability to work, and Microsoft has put everything they can into a device at a great price. If you frequently work on the road, it's a smart choice, thanks to its slim design and the reliable build quality we've come to expect from Microsoft Surface products. Read the full review: Microsoft Surface Go

7. Samsung Galaxy Tab S3

The best Android tablet to date.

Weight: 429g | Dimensions: 237.3 x 169 x 6mm | OS: Android 7 | Screen size: 9.7 inches | Resolution: 1536x2048 | CPU: Snapdragon 820 | RAM: 4GB | Storage: 32GB | Battery: 6000mAh | Rear camera: 13MP | Front camera: 5MP The best deals of the day for Samsung Galaxy Tab S3. Great design premium S-Pen Pen included in the box The keyboard is an expensive extra. High price The Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 is one of the best Android tablets you can buy to date, and it's proven that you don't need a Windows tablet to become one of the best tablets. What Money Can Buy It's packed with power, its screen is excellent, and it features S-Pen styling that rivals the iPad-Pro and an optional keyboard. Price might be a hurdle, but if you're looking for the best Android has to offer in tablet form, the Galaxy Tab S3 is for you. Read the full review: Samsung Galaxy Tab S3

8.Acer Switch 5

A great alternative to Surface Pro

CPU: Intel Core i5-7200U | Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 620 | RAM: 8GB | Display: 12-inch, 2,160 x 1,440 IPS touchscreen | Storage: 256 GB SSD | Connectivity: 802.11ac; Bluetooth | Camera: 3MP rear, 1MP front | Weight: 2.8 pounds | Dimensions: 11.49 x 7.94 x 0.62 inches Super price Solid performance Low screen If you want the versatility offered by the Surface Pro but don't want to pay the exorbitant price charged by a competent model, you might want to try the Acer Switch 5. You'll lose a bit of screen resolution and the sound quality. But you save hundreds of dollars. The Acer Switch 5 is one of the best professional tablets for all professionals who need to work quickly and save money at the same time. Read the full review: Acer Switch 5

9. Asus Transformer 3 Pro

A better value proposition than the Surface Pro 4.

CPU: Intel Core i5-6200U | Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 520 | RAM: 16GB | Screen: 12.6 inches, 2,880 x 1,920 | Storage: 256 GB | Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 4.1 | Camera: rear 13MP, front 2MP | Weight: 1.7 pounds | Dimensions: 11.7 by 8.3 in 0.3 inches 16 GB RAM by default Ultra high resolution Not cheaper version Aspect ratio may not be suitable for everyone. Asus threw the challenge at Microsoft with the launch of the Transformer 3 Pro. The device, which is the only tablet we know of that comes with 16GB of RAM as standard, easily beats the Surface Pro 4 in terms of value for money, although the Microsoft's flagship tablet remains the better known (and probably more trusted) of the two. In addition to the standard keyboard, the Transformer also has a docking station, a stylus, and even a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) for added security within a business environment. Read the full review: Asus Transformer 3 Pro

10. HP Elite x2 1012 G1

This whiteboard is impressive when it comes to usability. < p class="specs__container">CPU: Intel Core m7-6Y75 | Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 515 | RAM: 8GB | Screen: 12-inch, 1,920 x 1,280 | Storage: 256 GB | Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 4.1 | Camera: 5MP rear, 2MP front | Weight: 1.8 pounds | Dimensions: 11.8 x 8.4 x 0.3 inches The kickstand allows the screen to be tilted to almost any angle. Excellent keyboard Touchpad could be better Short battery life Like the rest of the competition, HP took inspiration from Microsoft's playbook to create the Elite x2 1012, which is clearly aimed at the business market. Like Fujitsu, HP has made sure that its product is designed for business users. It's robust, undergoes a 12-point endurance test, is very easy to upgrade, and includes a host of security features. There's an active pen and keyboard, and our reviewer said typing on it was "as comfortable as a real notebook." Not everything is perfect in design, like the hinge, but overall, it's a tempter with a super keyboard and screen. Read the full review: HP Elite x2 1012 G1 Chuong Nguyen, John McCann, Matt Hanson, and Henry Casey also contributed to this article.