Cheap tablets for online learning in the Philippines

The pandemic have forced most of us, especially students, to stay at home.

This is when alternative learning is starting to become popular. To participate in online classes, you need to have a device to be connected.

But, due to possible monetary issues, purchasing one can be overwhelming for some. This is why we’ve created a list of cheap tablets in the Philippines to help you pick the right device that fit your budget and needs.

Best affordable tablets for online classes

We’ve sorted this list from the lowest price to the highest. We’ve also included a couple of higher-end options here, if you have more money to spend. But if none of these devices feet your needs, and you can shell out more money, here’s a full list of tablets available in the Philippines.

Updated: 03/23/22, 02:02PM

MyPhone myT8

The MyPhone myT8 is a budget tablet really geared for students. For only Php3,999, you’re already getting an LTE-ready device. It comes with an 8-inch IPS screen, another unnamed quad-core processor, 2GB/32GB config, 5-megapixel front and rear cameras, Android GO oS, and a 4,000mAh battery.

Cherry Mobile Superion S2 and S2 Plus

The successor to Cherry Mobile’s budget tablet is now out. The Cherry Mobile Superion S2 and S2 Plus. They come with Unisoc quad-core processors, 2-megapixel selfie cameras, 5-megapixel rear shooter, and 3G connectivity.

With the Superion S2, you’re getting a 7-inch screen, 1GB/16GB configuration, 2500mAh battery, and a Php2,999 price tag. The Plus model costs Php3,699 and entitles you to an 8-inch HD IPS screen, 2GB/16GB, and a bigger 4,000mAh battery.

Cherry Mobile Fusion S1 DTV

Probably the lowest money you can spend on a tablet is about Php2,999, which is the exact price of the Cherry Mobile Fusion S1 DTV. It features a 2-megapixel selfie camera and WiFi connectivity, the base requirement for participating in online classes. As a bonus, it also comes with a Digital TV receiver if you want to relax after school.

Cherry Mobile Fusion S1 DTV Specs

• Android Oreo, Go Edition
• Dual SIM
• 7-inch IPS display
• 1.3GHz quad-core processor
• 1GB RAM
• 16GB internal storage, expandable via microSD up to 64GB
• 2-megapixel front camera
• 5-megapixel rear camera
• 3G
• WiFi
• Bluetooth
• DTV
• microUSB
• 2,500mAh battery

Cherry Mobile Radar Deluxe 2

Cherry Mobile is known for their budget offerings, including their tablets. This next one is also from them sporting a bigger 8-inch screen and a 3,000mAh battery. You can get it for only Php3,299.

Cherry Mobile Radar Deluxe 2 Specs

• Android Oreo, Go Edition
• Dual SIM
• 8-inch IPS display
• 1.3GHz quad-core processor
• 1GB RAM
• 8GB internal storage
• 2-megapixel front camera
• 5-megapixel rear camera
• 3G
• WiFi
• Bluetooth
• microUSB
• 3,000mAh battery

Cherry Mobile Superion S1+ DTV

Another one from Cherry Mobile, this one boasts a 4,000mAh battery and a 16GB internal storage for all your files and apps. Available for only Php3,499.

Cherry Mobile Superion S1+ DTV Specs

• Android Oreo, Go Edition
• Dual SIM
• 8-inch HD IPS display
• 1.3GHz quad-core processor
• 1GB RAM
• 16GB internal storage
• 2-megapixel front camera
• 5-megapixel rear camera
• 3G
• WiFi
• Bluetooth
• microUSB
• 4,000mAh battery

Cherry Mobile Superion S2 with keyboard

The Cherry Mobile Superion S2 with Keyboard offers a complete package if you plan on typing a lot — especially for homework and term papers. This one runs on Android 10 Go Edition, 1.4GHz quad-core SC7731E CPU, 7-inch screen, 2,500mAh battery, 1GB/16GB configuration, and 2-megapixel and 5-megapixel front and rear cameras, respectively.

It’s available for only Php3,699.

Lenovo Tab E7

Similar to Cherry Mobile’s offerings, this one from Lenovo sports a 7-inch screen, a quad-core processor, 1GB of RAM, and 8GB of expandable storage. It has a price of Php4,250.

Lenovo Tab E7

• Android
• 7-inch display, 1024 x 600 pixel resolution
• 1.3GHz MT8321 quad-core processor
• 1GB RAM
• 8GB internal storage, expandable via microSD
• 0.3-megapixel front camera
• 2-megapixel rear camera
• 3G
• WiFi 802.11 b/g/n
• Bluetooth 4.0
• 2,750mAh battery

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Lenovo Tab M7

If you can stretch your budget a bit more, you can get the M7 instead. It has a bigger 3,500mAh battery and twice the storage at 16GB, eliminating the need for a microSD card.

Available for only Php4,990 for the 3G/1GB/16GB model. But if you don’t mind exceeding the Php5k category, there’s a 4G/2GB/32GB model that costs Php5,990, perfect for those who don’t have WiFi at home.

Lenovo Tab M7

• Android
• 7-inch display, 1024 x 600 pixel resolution
• 1.3GHz MT8321 quad-core processor
• 1GB/2GB RAM
• 16GB/32GB internal storage, expandable via microSD
• 2-megapixel front camera
• 2-megapixel rear camera
• 3G/4G LTE
• WiFi 802.11 b/g/n
• Bluetooth 4.0
• 3,500mAh battery

Huawei MatePad T8

The MatePad T8 is a brand new release from Huawei. For those who want extra power, this one has a MediaTek octa-core processor, 2GB of RAM, and 32GB of expandable storage to accommodate more files and features. It also has a bigger 5,100mAh battery. However, we’re entering about Php5k category with its Php5,990 price tag.

Huawei MatePad T8 Specs

• Android 10, EMUI 10
• Huawei Mobile Services
• 8-inch HD+ IPS display, 1280 x 800 pixel resolution, ~188ppi
• 1.3GHz MediaTek MTK8768 octa-core processor
• 2GB RAM
• IMG PowerVR GX6250
• 32GB internal storage, expandable via microSD
• 2-megapixel front camera
• 5-megapixel rear camera
• WiFi
• Bluetooth
• microUSB
• Color: Deepsea Blue
• 5,100mAh battery, 5W charging

Huawei MediaPad T3

The MediaPad T3 powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 octa-core processor, with 2GB of RAM and a generous 4,800mAh battery. It also has 4G connectivity for those who don’t have WiFi at home. Although, it will cost you more at Php6,490.

Huawei MediaPad T3 Specs

• Android 7 Nougat, EMUI 5.1
• Single/Dual SIM
• 8.0-inch HD IPS display, 1280 x 800 pixel resolution, ~188ppi
• 1.4GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 quad-core processor
• 2GB RAM
• 16GB internal storage
• 2-megapixel front camera
• 5-megapixel rear camera, AF
• 4G LTE
• WiFi 802.11 b/g/n
• GPS, GLONASS, BDS
• Dimensions: 211.07 x 124.65 x 7.95mm
• Colors: Space Gray
• 4,800mAh non-removable battery

Lenovo Tab M8

For a more stable experience, you can get the Tab M8. It runs on a reliable Helio A22 quad-core processor, 2GB of RAM, 32GB of storage, 4G LTE, and a generous 5,000mAh battery. It has an SRP of Php7,490.

Lenovo Tab M8

• Android
• Single SIM
• 8-inch HD IPS display, 1280 x 800 pixel resolution
• 2GHz MediaTek Helio A22 quad-core processor
• 2GB RAM
• 32GB expandable storage
• 2-megeapixel front camera
• 5-megapixel rear camera
• 4G LTE
• WiFi
• Bluetooth
• microUSB
• 5,000mAh battery

Huawei MatePad T10 LTE

The MatePad T10 LTE is priced at Php7,999. It comes with a 9.7-inch HD+ screen, Kirin 710A CPU, 2GB/32GB, and 2-megapixel and 5-megapixel cameras in front and back, respectively.

It also has a 5,100mAh battery with 10W charger and runs on Anroid 10-based EMUI 10.1 with HMD.

Realme Pad

The first tablet from the company, the Realme Pad comes with a 10.4-inch FHD+ IPS screen, Helio G80 processor, 8-megapixel camera in front and back, quad-speakers, 7,100mAh battery, and 18W charging.

You can get the Realme Pad for a starting price of only Php10,990. That’s for the 3GB/32GB/WiFi-only model. There’s also an LTE model that comes with 4GB/64GB and 6GB/128GB configurations for Php14,990 and Php16,990, respectively.

Huawei MediaPad M5 Lite 8.0

Here’s where things get a bit more expensive. If you have the extra cash, then you might want to opt with a more powerful machine, like the MediaPad M5 Lite 8.0.

With an SRP of Php11,990, this one has a Kirin 710 processor if you plan on gaming on the side, an 8-megapixel selfie camera for better video calls, and a sharper 8-inch FHD+ screen with stero speakers.

Huawei MediaPad M5 Lite 8.0 Specs

• Android 9 Pie, EMUI 9
• 8.0-inch FHD+ IPS display, 1920 x 1200 pixel resolution, ~283ppi
• Kirin 710 octa-core processor
• 3GB RAM
• Mali-G51, GPU Turbo
• 32GB internal storage, expandable via microSD up to 512GB
• 8-megapixel front camera, f/2.2
• 13-megapixel rear camera, f/2.2
• Harman Kardon stereo speakers
• WiFi 802.11 b/g/n
• Bluetooth 4.2
• GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS
• Dimensions: 204.2 x 122.2 x 8.2mm
• Weight: 310g
• Colors: Space Grey, Champagne Gold
• 5,100mAh non-removable battery

Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 2019

If you think jotting notes is important, or you’re into art, the Galaxy Tab A 8.0 features an S-pen for you to draw with. That feature, plus a couple of higher-end specs, comes at a price of Php15,990.

Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 2019 Specs

• 8-inch LCD display (1920 x 1200 resolution), ~119.9ppi
• 2.1.8GHz Exynos 7904 octa-core processor
• 3GB RAM
• 32GB internal storage, expandable via microSD up to 512GB
• 5-megapixel front camera
• 8-megapixel rear camera
• 4G LTE
• WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
• Bluetooth 5.0
• ANT+
• GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO
• Dimensions: 201.5 x 122.4 x 8.9 mm
• Weight: 325g
• 4,200mAh non-removable Li-Po battery

Huawei MediaPad M5 Lite 10.1

If writing and drawing is really what you’re in to, the MediaPad M5 Lite might be the one for you. It has a larger 10.1-inch screen, with support for Huawei’s M-pen. It also comes with four speakers for watching videos. It costs Php18,990, though.

Huawei MediaPad M5 Lite Specs

• Android 8.0 Oreo, EMUI 8.0
• 10.1-inch WUXGA display, 1920 x 1200 pixel resolution, ~224ppi
• 1.7GHz Kirin 659 octa-core processor
• 4GB RAM
• Mali-T830 GPU
• 64GB internal storage, expandable via microSD up to 256GB
• 8-megapixel front camera
• 8-megapixel rear camera
• Fingerprint scanner
• HSDPA+, 4G LTE
• WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band
• Bluetooth 4.2
• GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS
• Dimensions: 243.4 x 162.2 x 7.7mm
• Weight: 475g
• Colors: Space Grey, Champagne Gold
• 7,500mAh non-removable battery

Samsung Galaxy Tab S6

If money is not an issue, and you have the money for it, then check out the Samsung Galaxy Tab S6. It’s one of the best Android tablets you can get with its S-Pen support and a keyboard case for a laptop-like experience. It also boast a flagship-level Snapdragon 855 processor and a 10.5-inch Super AMOLED screen. Get it for Php47,990.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Specs

• Android 9 Pie, Samsung One UI
• Single SIM
• 10.5-inch WQXGA Super AMOLED display, 2560 x 1600 pixel resolution, ~287ppi
• 2.8GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 octa-core processor
• 6GB RAM
• Adreno 640 GPU
• 128GBinternal storage, expandable via microSD up to 1TB
• 8-megapixel front camera, f/2.0
• 13-megapixel (f/2.0) + 5-megapixel (ultra-wide, f/2.2) rear cameras
• Optical in-display fingerprint scanner, Face unlock
• AKG-tuned quad speakers, Dolby Atmos
• 4G LTE Cat. 20
• WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, MIMO
• Bluetooth 5.0
• USB Type-C
• Dimensions: 244.5 x 159.5 x 5.7mm
• Weight: 420g
• Colors: Mountain Grey, Rose Blush, Cloud Blue
• 7,040mAh non-removable battery

iPad Pro 2020

If you wanna jump to Apple from Android, and really have the money to spare, the iPad Pro 2020 is one of the most powerful machines you can get right now. It starts at Php47,990. You can also get the Magic Keyboard for Php16,990 to complete the experience.

Apple iPad Pro 2020 Specs

• iPadOS
• Nano SIM, eSIM (Cellular model)
• 11-inch Liquid Retina IPS display, 2388 x 1668 pixel resolution, ~264ppi
• 12.9-inch Liquid Retina IPS display, 2732 x 2048 pixel resolution, ~264ppi
• 120Hz ProMotion technology, DCI-P3, True Tone display
• A12Z Bionic Chip
• 128GB/256GB/512GB/1TB internal storage, non-expandable
• 7-megapixel TrueDepth front camera
• 12-megapixel (f/1.8) + 10-megapixel (f/2.4) + LiDAR sensor rear cameras, LED flash
• FaceID
• 4x stereo speaker
• 4x studio-quality microphones
• WiFi 6, dual-band
• Bluetooth 5.0
• GPS, GNSS (Cellular modl)
• Dimensions: 247.6 x 178.5 x 5.9 (11-inch), 280.6 x 214.9 x 5.9mm (12.9-inch)
• Weight: 471g (11-inch), 641g (12.9-inch)
• USB Type-C
• Colors: Silver, Space Gray
• 28.65Wh battery (11-inch), 36.71Wh (12.9-inch)
• 18W power adapter included