Developing year after year, the tablet market presents users with more and more new models of devices that differ for the better in their characteristics, opportunities are growing, prices for specific models are falling, support for games and high-quality video is improving, so it is not surprising that gamers actively purchase these touch devices. becoming more and more popular in the world. After all, this device can provide the user with its main advantage - compactness, portability. Putting this compact and at the same time powerful device in a large pocket of your jacket, or in a bag over your shoulder, you can go about your business, go on a trip or go to work. Numerous features are packed into a compact package - surfing the Internet or watching YouTube videos is not a problem, because tablets are now equipped with modules such as 3G / Wi-Fi. Many are wondering which tablet is better? The best tablets of 2014 are recorded in the rating table, which was compiled by specialized sites and the largest electronic publications involved in testing portable devices.

Tablets 2014, which is better

Top 10 rating, general information

The comprehensive rating of the statistics site was calculated solely on the basis of the world's largest thematic resources and magazines, and it fully reflects the real interest of people in a particular model tablet device. Each touch device here received its own rating on a hundred-point scale. As for the "Top 10" itself, it was specifically those devices that were able to score the highest average rating. From this list, those touch gadgets that cannot be found on sale in the territory of the Russian Federation were excluded.

So, you are wondering what portable device came in first place? Here is the "Top 10" list directly, where you can see the 10 best devices 2014 year.

Top 10, rating of leading devices

1. First place: Apple iPad Air, his score is 91.8 points
2. In second place is Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet, scoring 91.5 points
3. Third place - Google Nexus 7 (2013); his score is 90 points exactly
4. The fourth position is taken by Apple's iPad mini Retina, scoring a little less than its competitor (89.5 points).
5. Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 in fifth place; his result is 88.8 points
6. 6th place - Sony's Xperia Tablet Z with 88.7 points
7. On the seventh line - LG G Pad 8.3 (88.7 p.)
8. Quite a bit behind - Galaxy Note 10.1 2014 introduced this year by Samsung Corporation (88.4 b.)
9. iPad 4 from "apple" Apple in ninth place (88.2 points)
10. And, finally, the 10th place went to the Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0; the result is 86.6.

Brief description of touch devices

iPad Air - a novelty that deserves attention

General view of the tablet

Here is a 2014 tablet that deserves special attention. As you know, "Yabloko" offer the world only high-quality products, and this device is no exception. Its advantages are obvious: a stunning design, an extremely light metal case, a 64-bit Apple A7, and an M7 coprocessor. We are pleased with the battery life, it is extremely long, there is a Smart Case cover available, this model has also been affected by some functional improvements regarding data exchange.

Of the minuses, one can single out RAM (1 GB), the impossibility of downgrading to iOS 6, and the fact that there is no Touch ID scanner is also upsetting.

Xperia Z2 Tablet

Appearance of the device

The main features of this device:

• OS Android v.4.4
• 16 GB of integrated memory
• Display of extremely high resolution by today's standards (1920 × 1200, with a diagonal of 10.1 ″)
• Has GPS navigation
• microSDXC supported
• You can connect with the world through protocols such as: 3G, Wi-Fi, you can transfer data via Bluetooth, there is NFC and LTE
• Weight: 439 g.

The tablet is distinguished by its waterproof, indescribable style, amazing high-quality sound(both in headphones and through speakers), freezes for this model are a rarity at all! Works perfectly and, among other things, is distinguished by the build quality.

Google Nexus 7

What does a tablet device look like?

Another tablet of 2014, which differs from its competitors by an acceptable cost (compared to the same Xperia Z2 Tablet, the cost of which is extremely high, and may seem unjustified to many users). At the same time, the tablet retains the main features of high-quality modern device(FullHD; 7″), 4-core CPU, 2.00 GB RAM, 5 MP camera, and, finally, the most unusual thing is support for wireless chargers.

Pay attention to a special disadvantage this tablet! There is no slot for memory cards! Thus, it is not possible to expand the memory. Undoubtedly, this will upset all lovers of storing movies on a tablet. Well, for music lovers, this disadvantage may not seem significant, since mp3 does not take up a large volume, and can be downloaded in the amount of 1000 tracks at a time, without problems.

Android device iPad mini Retina

Tablet with Retina display

By name, it is easy to determine that the display in this device is of the Retina type (with an IPS-type matrix). As for its resolution, it is extremely high here (2048×1536). There is a special oleophobic coating, color reproduction is also pleasing: 16 million colors. The CPU used in the novelty is Apple A7, frequency 1.30 GHz, 64 bit, PowerVR G6430 graphics will also add productive power to the gadget in games and videos. As for wireless protocols, here we will see Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4. As for the amount of memory, it is 16 GB. The weight of the novelty is 331 gr.

Briefly about the Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4

Take a look at this thin and light Android gadget that boasts a display high resolution(2560×1600; 8.4″). Having such a device in your pocket, you can safely go on a long trip, the device is suitable for watching videos and games, listening to music and surfing the Internet. Separately, it is necessary to highlight the extremely thin frame of the display; it emphasizes the style of the novelty gadget to a special extent. Thanks to the dedicated e-Meeting app, meetings can be effortless without the need for endless printouts or hours of writing with a whiteboard marker - it's a lot easier! All you need to do is to connect all the tablets to a single network, and the meeting can be held without much difficulty, in a modern interactive mode.

Tablet appearance

Preset function " remote access”(Remote PC), now you can connect to a PC in just a few minutes - create, copy, edit files using programs that are installed on your PC (on Windows or on MacOS), even if there are tens of kilometers between you and your computer! This is no longer a problem, the built-in capabilities of the tablet device allow you to carry out any operation with your files.

Waterproof novelty from Sony

It looks like a tablet from Sony

Sony Xperia Tablet Z, with a display diagonal of 10″, can boast of its outstanding "airy" design in the style of OmniBalance. Here, I would like to highlight the high quality of materials, compact dimensions, excellent symmetry, pleasing to the eye. The thickness of this device is 6.9 mm, while its weight is 500 g. Separately, it is necessary to highlight the dust resistance, as well as the moisture protection of the tablet device. Half an hour under water at a depth of 1 m - not so bad, right? After all, many now like to swim in the bathroom with a tablet.

Software Update

How to update the software version

On all Android tablets, the update can be done through the "Settings" menu of the tablet itself. To do this, go to "About Tablet PC", then click " System updates". The program will search available updates for your android versions, after which, if updates are found, the program will ask you for your consent to apply the updates, after which it will do everything itself.

ROOT rights

Rooting program

To get ROOT rights on an Android device, use the GingerBreak program. GingerBreak is a software designed directly to get ROOT. Getting "Root" here takes about 10 minutes, but after going through this simple procedure, you will receive new opportunities and privileges for your sensory device!

Note! To use the program, you will need to reboot the device, otherwise unforeseen problems may arise, in rare cases it may even lead to equipment failure.

So, the tablets of 2014 truly deserve attention! Providing the user with a wide range of possibilities, these devices combine compactness and high power!

Best android devices, top 5 2014

If you're on a budget, consider Android tablets, their quality options start at $150. Released by Apple, convenient to iPad operation mini and iPad Air are mostly premium products and offer the most tablet apps. As for Windows 8 tablets, many of them practically duplicate the performance of a laptop.

We take a look at the best tablets available today and rate them based on design quality, image quality, functionality and performance.

The best tablet: Apple iPad Air

The Apple iPad Air with Retina display takes everything from the previous generation iPad into a thinner, lighter and more powerful package. At 480g, the 9.7-inch Air is the lightest tablet in its class, yet it's small enough to fit comfortably in one hand. Having a powerful 64-bit A7 processor, an M7 co-processor and almost 12 hours of battery life in the package makes it the best tablet available.
Price from 500 dollars.

Best Small Tablet: Apple iPad Mini with Retina Display

The iPad Mini with retina display has everything you could want in a small tablet. You get a sharp 7.9-inch 2048 x 1536 pixel screen that's easy to hold in one hand, a powerful 64-bit A7 processor, and access to about half a million iPad-optimized apps. Battery life reaches 11 hours, which is about 2.5 hours longer than the closest competitors.
Price from 400 dollars.

Tablet with the best screen: Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5

The Galaxy Tab S is a great alternative to the iPad. It's packed with a class-leading Super AMOLED display that you won't be able to put down when using it to watch movies, photos or play games. Also noteworthy is the thin and light design of the Galaxy Tab S, which is even sleeker than the iPad Air. Samsung has packed this Galaxy model with smart, innovative software such as SideSync 3.0 to receive phone calls from a tablet. Add in about 9 hours of battery life and you have a compelling Android tablet for work and play.
Price from 500 dollars.

Best Android Tablet: Google Nexus 7

Google Nexus 7 comes with Android operating system, fast quad-core processor and long term offline service. The 7-inch 1920 x 1200p (323 ppi) display is not only sharp, it's also colorful and bright enough to be viewed from any angle. The updated Android system for the first time allows you to create restricted profiles for children. The front and rear cameras will provide you with images captured by a device that weighs only 317 grams.
Price from 230 dollars.

Best tablet for kids and entertainment: Amazon Kindle Fire HDX

The best tablet for entertainment, and also the most suitable for kids, is the 7-inch Amazon Kindle Fire HDX. Of particular value in the interface is the Mayday button, pressing which leads to a video connection with the support service (the consultant does not see you, only you can see him) 24 hours a day and 7 days a week. Parents will love the FreeTime feature, which allows them to limit the amount of time their kids spend on the tablet.
Price from 230 dollars.

Best convertible tablet: Microsoft Surface Pro 3

If you're serious about performance, Microsoft Surface Pro 3 will give you the best tablet-laptop symbiosis. You get a full laptop and a 12-inch tablet with a sharp 2160 x 1440 pixel screen in one device. They also developed an improved docking station for it, which expands the functionality of the device. The thin Type Cover mechanical keyboard case will provide you with comfortable operation and convenience in typing. Microsoft Surface Pro 3 comes with digital pen Surface Pen. Please note that the keyboard and docking station will have to be purchased separately.
Price from 800 dollars.

Tablet at the best price: Asus MeMO Pad 7 (2014)

How complete a tablet will you get for $150? In the case of the new ASUS MeMO Pad 7, there's more in the package than you might think. This slim Android device comes in several fun colors with a fast processor Intel Atom, sharp HD screen (1280 x 800 pixels) and a bunch of cool features from software developed by Google. The What's Next widget, which can be displayed on the desktop, will be useful, it contains reminders of all events, notes, weather.
Price from 150 dollars.

Best Gaming Tablet: Nvidia Shield Tablet

The Shield Tablet delivers some seriously high performance thanks to Nvidia's K1 processor. The tablet features a versatile stylus and a stunning 8-inch 1920 x 1200 screen in a stylish design. Throw in a Wi-Fi Direct-enabled game controller, PC game streaming, and you've got a machine for gamers that successfully bridges the gap between mobile and PC gaming.
Price from 230 dollars.

Best Windows Tablet: ASUS Transformer Book T100

Starting at $350, the ASUS Transformer Book T100 offers a unique combination of epic battery life, high performance and affordable value. The ASUS tablet includes a tactile keyboard dock and the Office Home & Student office suite. With a endurance of over 12 hours, the ability to fold like a laptop, and Windows 8.1 operating system, the T100 tablet looks like an attractive convertible laptop.
Price from 350 dollars.

Choosing the best tablets of 2014 is not easy, because there are many different opinions on this matter. Our 2014 tablet rating is based on an objective comparison of features and prices, as well as the opinion of most respected online publications.

Best tablets 2014: top three

Most analysts, as well as online publications, most often name the top three tablets:

• iPad Air 2;
• Google Nexus 9
• Sony Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact.

It is these tablets of 2014 that are most often recommended for purchase. Each of them has its own advantages and unique features.

The iPad Air 2 tablet, which most often occupies the top lines of the ratings, runs on the iOS operating system, which maximizes all its capabilities. The device is equipped with the most powerful A8X processor, which sets performance records in tests, Touch ID fingerprint sensor, two gigabytes of RAM, a 9.7-inch Retina display and an excellent 8 megapixel camera. Plus, the iPad Air 2 is incredibly thin at just 6.1 inches, yet its battery provides about 10 hours of battery life.

A review of tablets in 2014 cannot be complete without mentioning the Google Nexus 9, Google's epitome of the perfect tablet. Its most striking feature is the latest Android 5.0 (Lollipop) running flawlessly on this device. In addition, Nexus 9 is equipped with an extremely powerful NVIDIA Tegra K1 processor, an 8.9-inch display with a resolution of 2048x1536 pixels and 2 gigabytes of RAM.

The Sony Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact is a waterproof 4G tablet with an 8-inch Full HD screen, Qualcomm's flagship Snapdragon 801 processor, Adreno 330 graphics and 3GB of RAM. Few tablets in 2014 can boast of such characteristics, and there are practically no waterproof ones among them.

The best Android tablets of 2014

Some of the new Android tablets of 2014 also deserve a mention among the best:

• Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 (excellent Super AMOLED display, excellent performance);
• Amazon Kindle Fire HDX;
• Nvidia Shield Tablet (great for Android gaming, WiFi assistance Direct allows you to enjoy games from your PC);
• NVIDIA Tegra Note 7;
• Samsung Galaxy Tab S 8.4;
• Huawei MediaPad X1.

All of them have a good combination of features, unique features and a reasonable price.

The best Windows tablets

What is the best Windows tablet of 2014? Exactly these Windows tablets 2014 can be called the best in its class:

• Microsoft Surface Pro 3;
• ASUS Transformer Book T100;
• Dell Venue 11 Pro.

The most powerful among them is the Surface Pro 3, but it is also much more expensive than others. If you need an inexpensive but functional tablet, pay attention to the ASUS Transformer Book T100. The Dell Venue 11 Pro is the preferred choice for business and active people.

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Ultra-powerful and thinnest tablet - Apple iPad Air 2

The Apple iPad Air 2 is arguably the best tablet of 2014 in our tests. He conquered us immediately in many key parameters for tablets. First, thickness and weight. At the presentation, Apple called it the thinnest in the world with a thickness of 6.1 mm. And we, as experts who have tested a large number of similar devices, we had to agree: iPad Air 2 "beat" our previous record holder in thinness - Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet (6.6 mm). At the same time, it is "air" light (444 or 437 grams for the version with and without a modem).

Second, performance. Despite its “airiness”, the Apple iPad Air 2 is incredibly powerful - the performance of the tablet impressed us in all possible tests, despite the modest-sounding characteristics of the filling, competitors simply cannot compare with it, it is just right for it to compete in performance with laptops. In cross-platform benchmarks, the tablet received scores comparable to the results of many laptops!

Yes, the performance and dimensions conquered us the most, but in all other respects, the iPad Air 2 did not want to concede. He has one of best cameras What we've seen is a solid aluminum body, and we haven't even forgotten to add a fingerprint scanner like on the latest iPhones. The display, as always, is clear, it does not hold the record for the density of pixels per inch, but there is no graininess, the screen is bright, contrasting and with excellent rich colors. The reason for worry and concern was the autonomy of the tablet - after all, the case became thinner, the formal battery capacity was reduced by 15%, and the filling became much more powerful. However, as our tests showed, this had almost no effect on the operating time - although it became a little less, it is comparable to the results of such tablets as Nokia Lumia 2520 or Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 10.1.

In our opinion, the iPad Air 2 is the best thing to happen this year. In fairness, we note that many expected the iPad Air 2 to be able to work payment system Apple Pay, but that didn't happen. Saved for iPad Air 3? Too bulky to replace a wallet? Be that as it may, the prospects for the Apple Pay system are still very vague for Russians.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 LTE with Super AMOLED display

Who else can be called one of the best "full-sized" premium tablets? The second is the Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 LTE. He came out before the iPad Air 2 and has already managed to surpass "last year", the first iPad Air in almost everything, except, maybe, overall performance. The most interesting thing about the device is the display. Samsung has finally been able to make a large, cost-effective Super AMOLED display and fit it into its tablet. The company tried to pull this off in 2011 with a 7.7-inch tablet with an AMOLED display, but the product turned out to be prohibitively expensive. We were pleased with the appearance of branded, bright and energy-saving AMOLED not only on smartphone displays, but also on tablets. In terms of image clarity, he overtook Apple devices with Retina.

The thickness and weight of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 were also better than the iPad Air, and both cameras had more megapixels. Don't forget about the fingerprint scanner, which only appeared on the iPad Air 2. The presence of a power-saving display "helped" the battery to get the maximum score in our rating of tablets, along with first Apple The modest-res iPad mini and the Lenovo Yoga Tablet 8 are also low-res, weak hardware, but a huge battery in the stand.

Compact, premium Samsung Galaxy Tab S 8.4

One of the best tablets of the year among 7-8 inch models is the Samsung Galaxy Tab S 8.4. If you look at it, and then at the iPad mini 3, you can see that the Galaxy Tab S 8.4 is thinner (6.9 vs. 7.5 mm), and holding it in your hands is also lighter (295 vs. 342 grams), - not bad, right? Like the “older” tablet of the S series, the “youngest” also got a Super AMOLED display, but this is the case when less does not mean worse. Firstly, the display has the same resolution (2560x1600 pixels), it gives a very clear picture, the pixel density is higher than that of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5, iPad mini 3 or even the most Apple iPhone 6! Secondly, if we nevertheless “caught” the Tab S 10.5 for small inaccuracies with the color gamut, then the 8-inch version turned out to be in absolute order even with this, not to mention the fantastic viewing angles, contrast and richness of the image in in general. The fingerprint scanner feature will help secure the authentication process, but it is also implemented in the iPad mini 3. As for the battery, the tablet could not get the maximum score here, the smaller case has a smaller battery. Nevertheless, it performed well: 13 and a half hours of HD video viewing is impressive, because it is more than half a day of a video marathon.

Slim, waterproof and durable Sony Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact

Not only Samsung or Apple may be the best this year Sony With an interval of six months, it released two interesting water-resistant (which is still new for tablets) devices: the 10-inch Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet and the 8-inch Sony Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact. If the first one did not impress us so much because of the crisp body, repulsive, wide frames and small flaws, then the compact tablet, in our opinion, looks more attractive. The wide frames are gone, the case no longer crunches after “water procedures”, and the tablet works fine in water: you can read, play in the kitchen, in the shower, in the rain or on the beach, without fear that water will cause damage to the device. Despite being protected from water, it has the thinnest case for its diagonal - up to 6.5 mm versus 6.9 for the Samsung Galaxy Tab S 8.4, and the iPad mini 3 is even thicker - 7.5 mm. In terms of weight, the Z3 Tablet Compact (272 grams) also turned out to be the leader, not only among 8-inch tablets, but also among 7-inch tablets, so it is lighter than the 290-gram Nexus 7! The battery of the tablet showed one of the best results, overtaking the iPad mini 2 and iPad mini 3.

We didn’t like the quality of the camera shots in it, it seems that the cameras of any Sony devices should be excellent, but as if they don’t want to modify the cameras on some smartphones and tablets, on the other hand, do the tablets really need them? A small drawback is the display resolution - Full HD, not that the image is fuzzy, the pixel density is not so far from the "gold" standard of "Retina", but when all competitors "flaunt" with sharper displays, it looks "not premium" ".

Tablet with rotating stand and large battery - Lenovo Yoga Tablet 2 8.0

The Lenovo Yoga Tablet 2 8.0 falls short of a premium tablet, with moderate performance, but among small tablets, its performance looks attractive. In fact, there is nothing new in it, Lenovo took last year's Lenovo Yoga Tablet 8 (reminiscent of the side Apple keyboard Wireless Keyboard) with frankly weak characteristics and "pulled" them to a higher level. We added it to the list of the best, rather, because of the very capacious battery and unusual design. The Lenovo Yoga Tablet has a rotating stand that allows you to use the device in various modes- tablet, stand or keyboard mode, which can be convenient, for example, for watching movies or typing. Because of this design, the tablet turned out to be more overall, it takes up more space, but the unusual design made it possible to install a battery with a huge capacity for such a diagonal. In terms of other characteristics, the tablet can be called balanced: Full HD display, 8 and 1.6 MP cameras, an average quad-core processor and standard set interfaces.

Affordable yet powerful Dell Venue tablets

If we continue to move from large tablets to small and from premium to budget, then the following can be called Dell Venue 8 and Dell Venue 7. They were announced at the end of 2013, but before the release came out, before they got to Russia and they finally had versions with 3G modems, some time passed, so we tested them already in 2014. Back in 2010, Dell released its first tablet, Dell Streak, which did not work out, rather, because of the raw and not ready then for Android tablets. Several years have passed, Android has “matured”, the tablet market has grown at an incredible pace, and the reputable company is in a hurry to “return” to it with 7 and 8 inch models. Both tablets are very similar in appearance and look rustic and unremarkable, plump (up to 1 cm in thickness), not the lightest at all - so what is interesting about them? A distinctive feature of the tablets is good performance for little money, corresponding to many flagships of 2012-2013 in a number of tests. The displays have a typical resolution for state employees - 1200x800 pixels, but they are contrasty and have good color reproduction for their price. At the same time, due to the “gluttonous” filling, batteries noticeably suffer - in some cases, it “sits down” in a matter of hours!

LG, like some others, just got into a new market for them - at the end of 2013 they “felt” the soil with their trial LG G Pad 8.3. After receiving warm responses from users, the company decided to continue what they started. So, in 2014, the LG G pad 7.0 came out - an inexpensive, but good, in our opinion, tablet. In Russia, only a modification without a modem is sold, but in some countries there is a version with LTE support. A tablet won't be pleased with a thin body, a cool design (although it looks cute, especially in orange or blue), or a bright, crisp display. But he has excellent performance in tests for the time of work, he is well-assembled, which is often a problem for budget model, and is equipped with an infrared port. In addition, we can note the proprietary interface, in which almost everything has been redesigned, even the keyboard, adding proprietary features, for example, “waking up” the display by double tapping on it. A mid-range processor will allow you to run and play most games, but with graphics limitations. In all other respects, this is a typical budget tablet.

What is the best tablet of 2014? Today's trendy tablet PCs are compared to the top-rated models of the past.

Tablets are taking the world by storm. Just a few years ago, they were unknown to most people, but now we have a wide choice that can confuse even the most sophisticated buyer.

The need for choice creates decisions—hard decisions. Will you ditch Apple's high price tag, join the Android brigade and find a better alternative to the iPad? Or do you prefer the best products from Cupertino and become the user of one of the most popular tablets on the planet?

Remember, a new one is about to go on sale iPad Mini 3 (or iPad Mini Retina 2, to be meticulous), so it's probably worth holding off on buying a new Apple tablet for the next few weeks to take a look at the manufacturer's new offering. Perhaps the new Apple tablets will make the price tags of Android devices fall.

Well, for the most economical, of course: Tesco.

We decided to make it easier for you and collected the top ten tablets of 2014 available today in Russia.

It's a complex process, one might even say prophetic, to allocate space for each of these beautiful tablets, so we take into account several elements, including performance, battery life, screen quality, and more.

Price plays a minor role, as does age: a tablet that received a replacement with new model, will go down in the rankings, as new opportunities open up for you with a new device.

If none of these ten tablets strike your fancy, head over to the "" section of our website for an in-depth analysis of many other models.

10. iPad Mini

Former Apple CEO Steve Jobs famously shrugged off small tablets a few years ago, leading many to believe that Cupertino would never enter the budget tablet market, but this model proved otherwise.

In terms of Apple's tablet market consistency, the Mini's position isn't consistent, as the device still claims the top spot on the list, even though the iPad Mini is no longer the crown jewel of the collection. The throne is taken over by the Google Nexus 7 and its successor.

However, the new iPad Mini 3 is about to hit the market. Don't buy the Mini now, it will soon be out of production. If this is the tablet you want, waiting a little longer will save you money as prices are about to drop.

Brief verdict

When it first hit the market, we dubbed the iPad Mini the best Apple iPad ever made. And while Apple has proven it can do better, this one isn't big tablet remains a good value proposition, but don't buy it right now.

9. Amazon Kindle Fire HDX 7

Smaller, meaner and more powerful than its predecessor, Amazon has rocked its Kindle Fire HDX 7 to keep pace with the new Nexus 7.

On paper, one of Amazon's latest 7-inch tablets looks good with a 2.2GHz quad-core processor, 2GB of RAM, a Full HD panel, up to 64GB of internal storage, and a price tag of under $14,000.

In reality, of course, the tablet doesn't live up to the Nexus 7 offering, as it runs a heavily upgraded Fire OS 3.0 that strips away much of Android's functionality to bring the manufacturer's services to the fore.

Brief verdict

If you're willing to set it up properly, you'll get a simple and easy-to-use Kindle Fire HDX 7. We'd like to call this a device that you give away to users with less tech savvy, but those devices have simpler hardware.

If you have a premium Account or significant funds in the Amazon ecosystem, the Kindle Fire HDX 7 will be a smart buy. For those who need full functionality, the Nexus 7 is worth a look, and if you have deep pockets, take a look at the iPad Mini 2.

8. LGGPad 8.3

Well, when an Android tablet hits the market in a design like this, it looks like it's time for Samsung to get nervous. Instead of plastic, the tablet gets a beautiful aluminum body, and the ability to connect with other Android smartphones makes it a viable option for a wider range of users.

Some might wonder if the Snapdragon 600 chip isn't too simple for a $150 tablet, but it's enough to run a Korean-branded device smoothly.

Brief verdict

Looking for the best tablet of 2014 in an affordable yet attractive form factor? Well, perhaps. We love the G Pad 8.3, even though it ranks low in our rankings. The tablet's battery life could have been longer, and the design may take some getting used to.

The tablet remains one of the iPad Mini's closest competitors in terms of design. We are not ashamed to pull the tablet out of a thin case.

7. Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2

A manufacturer that leaves no market niche unexplored, Samsung, has pushed tablets to new heights with the Galaxy Note Pro 12.2.

Thankfully, that's not all that's changed for the tablet, as the Note Pro 12.2 comes with 3GB of RAM and a quad-core processor that promises high performance, while the S Pen becomes a really useful addition to the big, bright screen.

It's the obvious choice for digital artists and anyone who wants a productive device, but the big screen promises a great web and video browsing experience.

On the other hand, the increase in size makes the tablet bulky, and the build quality is lame due to the large case, which is partly offset by the sheer gaming screen area.

Brief verdict

Its large screen and S Pen support make the Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 extremely useful tool for productivity - if you're a fan of the Note series, there aren't many better products on the market, and Samsung seems to have convinced the world that its S-Pen is still a go-to solution for fans of modern hardware.

6. Tesco Hudl 2

The first Hudl was good - but the new tablet is much better.

quad core Intel processor Atom, running on fast four cores, Full HD screen and common interface will have something to offer.

The price tag is the most interesting offer of the Tesco Hudl 2, which will cost no more than 9,000 rubles, and if you are a Tesco Clubcard holder, it can cost you even less.

Okay, the tablet is slowly waking up, the battery isn't as good as the flagships on the market, but for the money, you get a great tablet as a Christmas present for your loved one.

Brief verdict

Great tablet, even if you increase its price tag. It offers more premium features, great sound and all at a great price tag - if you're not looking for the best tablet, but the best value for money, you should check out the Tesco Hudl 2.

5. Google Nexus 7

The new Nexus 7 takes on the positive features of the original 7-inch Google tablet that came out in 2012. The device is equipped with a quad-core processor with a clock speed of 1.5 GHz, 2 GB of RAM and comes with 16 or 32 GB of internal memory.

With a weight of 260 g, the tablet becomes ideal mobile device for your bag and grocery shopping, and the perfect travel buddy on a long journey, as it includes a huge selection of apps, decent battery life, and all this with a new 7-inch IPS panel with a resolution of 1920 x 1200 and a density of 323 ppi.

The Asus tablet is a bit more expensive than the previous model, with prices starting at Rs 11,000 for the 16 GB variant and Rs 13,000 for the 32 GB variant. It is also worth remembering that operating system, takes up some of the existing memory. There is also a model with 4G.

On the other hand, the Nexus 7 (2013) holds the title of "Best Tablet 2014" in multiple IT publications because despite its budget price range, it offers some high-end specs, along with an upgrade policy. low level risk and design similar to premium devices. This is a great combination of positive aspects, in our opinion.

Brief verdict

If you're looking to buy a tablet right now and are intimately familiar with the Android ecosystem, we see no reason why you should avoid buying a Nexus 7 tablet.

If you haven't had anything to do with Android before, this is still a good starting point. You can also take a look at the iPad Mini 2, which is recommended for users in the Apple ecosystem, but Apple tablet not as accessible as latest Nexus 7.

The new iPad Mini has taken the lead, marking the lead over the Nexus 7, despite the fact that many have been waiting for this battle. If you're looking for a reasonable compromise with a decent tablet, the new Nexus 7 remains an unbeatable option.

4. iPad Mini Retina (Mini 2)

Note that Apple has two places in the top five tablets of 2014. You can be happy or sad about this choice, but we can't deny that Apple offers the best tablets on the market right now.

The iPad Air beats the Mini 2 with significantly more competitive prices and a larger screen for all iPad-friendly apps.

But the Mini is far from being a simple device. The tablet has a great design with an aluminum back, a super-fast A7 chip and this screen... Although we saw the screen last year, it still looks great.

Don't forget that this model is about to be replaced by the new iPad Mini 3, so it's better to wait than to rush shopping.

Brief verdict

The iPad Mini Retina is actually a hasty change in Apple designs, a prime example of how the big tablet has encroached on the portable device market.

However, the Mini 2 offers a huge pixel density in a small footprint, which gives us sharp text and stunning photos, plus you won't find any loss in battery life, which is already a miracle.

If only the Apple tablet was a little cheaper, we would give it a place in the top three. So, if you're looking for the best tablet in a smaller category (and don't worry too much about the cost of the device), nothing beats the Mini 2.

3. Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet

Sony has done it again. It entered the tablet market with a surprisingly high-quality device, all at once. And while the Z2 doesn't take the top spot, it's still an amazing quality tablet worthy of being the best.

The Xperia Z2 Tablet - the name carefully separating the tablet from the manufacturer's flagship smartphone series - offers a boosted Snapdragon 801 processor, 3GB of RAM and a new (LED) Live Color LED screen that provides dynamics and contrast that are hard to compete with.

Video will be enhanced with dual front-facing speakers, allowing you to ditch the headphones while watching in your hotel room while still having a good movie experience.

Like its predecessor, the Sony tablet is water and dust resistant, so things like reading an e-book in the bathroom are forgivable.

Brief verdict

If you grew up within the Sony ecosystem, you shouldn't miss out on the Xperia Z2 Tablet as the tablet is fully integrated into the Sony system, including access to music, movies and the PlayStation platform. You'll need to download an app to transfer games properly, but it's not difficult.

On top of the device, you'll find an IR blaster, making it ideal for controlling your TV, and the speed and weight (or lack of it) make it a very handy couch addition.

The screen could be sharper, and you'll also have to shell out a pretty penny for this 10.1-inch tablet, but what you get for the money is still a great, well-packaged device.

Samsung has gone to great lengths to make a tablet truly iPad-worthy, though that strategy has gone through some reckless milestones (like launching the Tab Pro in January and then replacing it a few months later with the current Tab S).

But, aside from the annoying setbacks that Pro owners have experienced, this strategy has finally given the world arguably the best Android tablet of 2014. Available in two sizes, 8.4 and 10.5 inches, Samsung tablets offer the best of the current operating system, along with hardware technology, superior displays and software. The result is very special devices.

Along with the huge battery life, the display has to be seen to be believed (the picture is gorgeous, no exaggeration, the screen is ideal for web video, which is a characteristic point for a tablet), and the price tag for the device has remained on par with the rest of the devices. Well done Samsung.

Brief verdict

Why didn't the Tab S take first place? Samsung's perennial problem returns with the lack of new tablets: the design is still too simple, although the presence of two sizes brightens the corners.

Android continues to struggle to become a full-fledged tablet OS, which means that the applications are not yet as diverse and good as in the Apple ecosystem, but the release promises a significant step forward for the system.

The difference between Tab S and Xperia Z2 Tablet is minimal - it all comes down to design and additional features, but if you're not committed to the idea of ​​owning an Apple tablet, these two are excellent choices worthy of your consideration.

1. iPad Air 2

Users were skeptical when Apple released the first iPad, but the range has grown significantly since the first-generation tablet landed on store shelves and Cupertino has finally cracked the formula.

Impressive design combined with a thin, light body promises a premium appearance, and powerful Apple A7 and M7 processors hidden "under the hood" mean that the tablet will not stumble even on the most intricate tasks.

Of course, the price tag is still high, but it's quite comparable to the likes of the Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet, which puts the competition on an equal footing...although all things considered, there's no competition here.

Thus, the best tablet of 2014, in our opinion, again belongs to Apple, iPad Air 2 becomes the most prudent choice today, if we are not talking about budget tablets.

Brief verdict

It's not just Apple's best tablet, it's the only tablet you should consider if you're interested in a big screen. This is how we see the new Apple tablet. And while the Samsung Galaxy Tab S remains a brilliant tablet, the Air 2 simply takes it to the next level.

If you are looking for the best tablet on the market then look no further. The iPad Air 2 brings back Apple's top spot, and it will take time to dethrone it.