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Best Tablets (2026)

Tablets are no longer just bigger phones — they're legitimate computing devices that can replace a laptop for most tasks. The best tablets in 2026 pair desktop-class chips with stunning displays, capable keyboards and pressure-sensitive stylus support. From the iPad Pro M4 to the Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra, this guide picks the tablets that earn their price and fit different ways of working.

  1. Apple iPad Pro M4 13-inch
    #1 · Apple

    Apple iPad Pro M4 13-inch

    $1,299· 2024
    • Stunning Tandem OLED display with deep blacks and 1600 nits HDR peak
    • Incredibly thin and light for a 13-inch tablet at just 5.1mm
    • Blazing-fast Apple M4 chip rivals many laptops
  2. Apple iPad Pro M4 11-inch
    #2 · Apple

    Apple iPad Pro M4 11-inch

    $999· 2024
    • Gorgeous Tandem OLED panel with excellent HDR performance
    • Extremely thin and portable design
    • Apple M4 delivers desktop-class performance
  3. Apple iPad Air M2 13-inch
    #3 · Apple

    Apple iPad Air M2 13-inch

    $799· 2024
    • Large 13-inch display at a more affordable price than iPad Pro
    • Powerful Apple M2 chip handles demanding apps with ease
    • Landscape front camera ideal for video calls
  4. Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra
    #4 · Samsung

    Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra

    $1,200· 2024
    • Massive 14.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with 120Hz
    • S Pen included in the box
    • IP68 water and dust resistance
  5. Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+
    #5 · Samsung

    Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+

    $1,000· 2024
    • Vibrant 12.4-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display at 120Hz
    • S Pen included in the box
    • IP68 dust and water resistance
  6. Microsoft Surface Pro 11 (Tablet)
    #6 · Microsoft

    Microsoft Surface Pro 11 (Tablet)

    $999· 2024
    • Copilot+ PC NPU with on-device AI features
    • Excellent battery life from Snapdragon X Plus
    • Sharp 13-inch 120Hz PixelSense display