Lenovo's second Idea Tab Pro makes its best argument on a crowded screen. A 13-inch panel with 3504 × 2190 pixels lets you keep more of a technical drawing visible while inspecting labels. That can save more time than a processor upgrade if you spend half a meeting moving between a detail and the overall plan.
In depth
Lenovo Idea Tab Pro Gen 2 review
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Best forpeople who need fine detail across a large Android drawing or document workspace.
At a glance
- Screen size
- 13 inches
- Panel technology
- LTPS LCD
- Processor
- Snapdragon 8s Gen 4
- Storage
- 128GB
- Operating system
- Android 16 at launch
Pros
- High-resolution 13-inch panel
- Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 and 144 Hz refresh support
Cons
- Large footprint with a keyboard
- Linked configuration starts at 128 GB
Display
- 13 inches
- 3504 × 2190
- Up to 144 Hz
The previous Pro already offered a 12.7-inch, 144 Hz display. This generation's extra pixels matter most in a drawing or a full page of small text. Scrolling speed by itself is a poor reason to replace the earlier tablet. Lenovo also offers different surface finishes within the family, so buyers seeking a specifically paper-like screen should check the exact part number.
Performance & Storage
- Snapdragon 8s Gen 4
- 8 GB
- 128 GB UFS 3.1
The Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 comes with 8 GB of memory and 128 GB of storage in ZAHD0826US. A demanding Android app can make use of the newer platform, but check its tablet layout and file support first. Especially for design work, being able to bring the finished file back to a desktop project is as important as how it looks on the tablet.
Keyboard & Pen
- Lenovo Tab Pen Plus supported
- Optional keyboard pack
Lenovo makes a keyboard pack for this generation. Budget for the particular package you want. An angled screen and a keyboard need more depth on a desk than the flat tablet alone, particularly if you're keeping a reference book within reach.
Battery life
- 10,200 mAh typical · up to 45 W
Notebookcheck measured 14 hours 11 minutes in its Wi-Fi browsing test of the 13-inch Gen 2. For reading and web research away from a socket, that result is more informative than the size of the battery alone. 1
Alternatives
The original Idea Tab Pro's linked pen-and-folio package is attractive for handwriting and video. Samsung's smaller Galaxy Tab S11 offers an AMOLED panel and an included S Pen for people who value a more portable canvas.
Verdict
The Gen 2 earns the extra desk space for detailed work. If the first Pro already fits your apps and documents, compare the actual package prices before upgrading.
About this review
This is a research-based review. The Fasit has not physically tested this product.
Sources & Research
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Independent sources cited in this article.
- NotebookcheckShocks the mid-range tablet class with fast WiFi and pen input - Lenovo Idea Tab Pro Gen 2 review - Notebookcheck Review (opens in a new tab)https://www.notebookcheck.net/Shocks-the-mid-range-tablet-class-with-fast-WiFi-and-pen-input-Lenovo-Idea-Tab-Pro-Gen-2-review.1289524.0.html
Wi-Fi browsing on the 13-inch Idea Tab Pro Gen 2.