Best Android Tablets in September 2014

The summer is over but we are continuing our series of ‘Best Tablets’ articles, so that you will learn more about some of the most popular tablets currently available. Note that you should check each tablet and open the links in order to verify pricing and other reviews before ordering any item.

The tablets presented in this post are sorted by manufacturing company. The first items we will start out with are the tablets with bigger screens like the Note Pro 12.2 and Tab Pro 12.2. If you’re a fan of TV shows, movies, gaming then you should buy Android tablets with larger screens for better quality and a much more improved entertainment experience.

Follow the Amazon links listed under each tablet if you wish to order one to your door steps. Also, you should know that the tablet prices are always changing and it would be best for you to carefully study offers and contract plans before buying a new Android device. Without further ado we invite you to read the tablet reviews below and tell us in comments which is the best tablet and which one you’re doing to test.

Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2

The Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 ‘giant’ was released earlier this year in Las Vegas at CES 2014. The 12.2 display of this device makes it stand out the most out of the current Android tablets and it continues to hold the position for ‘most expensive Android tablet ever released.

The Note Pro 12.2 model has a Super Clear LCD display measuring 12.2 inches in size with a resolution set at 2560 x 1600 and 247 ppi. It comes with two different storage space variants – 32GB and 64GB. It also supports an extra microSD card that goes up to 64GB. Other Hardware Specs: S Pen Stylus, 1.9GHz Exynos 5 CPU, 3GB RAM, 9500 mAh battery, 8MP camera and Android 4.4.2 KitKat OS. You can buy this device from Amazon: 32GB model for $648 or the 64GB model for $745.

Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 12.2

The Galaxy Tab Pro 12.2 stands as a rival to Galaxy Note Pro, but it comes without the S Pen Stylus. It was launched this year at CES event in Las Vegas. So, if you don’t like the Note Pro version of this tablet, then you can choose to get this model as it is much more cheaper. Also, you can choose to get a cheaper protection plan.

The Galaxy Tab Pro 12.2 features a huge Super Clear LCD screen with 2560 x 1600 resolution, 1.9 GHz Exynos 5 Octa Core CPU, 9500 mAh battery and 3GB RAM. Other features: 8MP rear-facing camera, 2MP frontal camera, Bluetooth 4.0, IR Blaster, 32GB and 64GB internal storage variants. You can purchase this tablet from Amazon by paying somewhere around $520.

Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 10.1

The smaller variant of the tablet listed above measures only 10.1 inches and, it is great for those that want better portability and a device that can still fit in your autumn jackets. It packs almost the same hardware specs as the 12.2 model and it should offer a tremendous Android 4.4.2 KitKat experience.

With Galaxy Tab Pro 10.1 you will get the 1.9 GHz Exynos 5 Octa Core CPU, 16GB or 32GB internal storage, 2GB RAM, microSD card slot support up to 64GB storage, NFC, Bluetooth 4.0, microUSB 2.0, Wi-Fi support and more. The camera software is the same used for its bigger 12.2′ brother and the 8220 mAh battery should offer you enough battery life for more than 6 hours of heavy usage. You can get this Galaxy Note Pro 10.1 model from Amazon starting with $400.

Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 2014 Edition

The Note 10.1 2014 edition was released last year and it isn’t much more different than the device listed above. This model comes with an S Pen Stylus and it has a 10.1 inch display. It has also been launched with Android 4.4.2 KitKat as its default operating system.

Here are some of its best hardware specs: 1.9 GHz Exynos 5 Octa-Core chipset, 3GB RAM, 32GB / 64GB internal storage, support for adding an extra 64GB external storage via microSD card slot, 8MP camera and the latest Android 4.4.2 firmware. Also, this device will surely be receiving the future Android L 5.0 update by the end of this year as its specs are looking good a year after the official launch.

Buy the Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 2014 32GB model from Amazonhere. If you want to purchase the model with 64GB in storage then you should look here.

Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 10.1

If you do not want to buy any of the newer Galaxy Note or Galaxy Tab PRO versions, then you can settle for the cheaper Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 10.1-inch variants. These devices are great for users who are looking for a mid-range Samsung tablet that’s capable of running the latest Android OS.

This Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 10.1 device features the 1.2 GHz Snapdragon CPU version, 1.5GB RAM, 16GB internal storage, 10.1 TFT display and a 3.15MP camera. This device comes with support for the addition of an extra microSD card that can measure up to 64GB in size. If you want to buy one of these devices then you can get the White model here or the Black model here for only $319.

Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet

The Xperia Z2 Tablet device was launched earlier this year at the Mobile World Congress 2014 in Barcelona. In case you’re not a fan of Samsung’s line of tablets then you can always choose to get a Sony model as it is fast reliable, with a better UI and it is somewhat cheaper than other models with the same screen size.

Sony Xperia Z2 tablet has a 10.1 TFT screen featuring 1920 x 1200 resolution, it is powered by a 2.3 GHz Snapdragon 801 CPU and 3GB RAM, 16GB and 32GB internal storage, 8.1MP camera, Android 4.4.2 KitKat. It also has support for adding an extra microSD card if you want to increase storage. The UI of the Xperia Tablet Z2 is great and if offers one of the smoothest KitKat experiences. If you like this tablet then you can head to Amazon and order one for $500.

Kindle Fire HD 8.9

This Kindle Fire HD 8.9 tablet is great for users who love reading books and playing games while procrastinating instead of doing other tasks. If you will ever think of testing a device with modified Android OS, then this is the model that you should look at as it comes with a highly modified Android ICS OS and it is available in three storage variants: 16GB, 32GB or 64GB.

Kindle Fire HD has a 8.9 inch IPS LCD screen with 1920 x 1200 resolution, 1.5 GHz TI OMAP 4470 Chipset, Bluetooth, LTE support, Wi-Fi and USB 2.0. You can buy one of these devices from Amazonhere.

Kindle Fire HDX 8.9

The HDX version is the device that was released after the Fire HD model that I’ve listed above. This model comes as an upgrade as it features a 2560 x 1600 resolution while keeping the same 8.9 inch screen size. It is a device that is powered by the 2.2 GHz Snapdragon 800 CPU, 2GB of RAM and it runs on a modified version of Android Jelly Bean.

If you want to buy the Kindle Fire HDX then you should know that it is available from Amazon in three variants – 16GB, 32GB and 64GB storage models. Get one from here and note that the pricing starts somewhere at $370.

Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4

Another Samsung tablet that has been launched at the CES 2014 event in Las Vegas. It is a smaller variant of the Galaxy Tab Pro 10.1 model listed at the begging of this post.

This Galaxy Tab Pro model has a 8.4 inch Super Clear LCD screen, 2560 x 1600 resolution, 2.3GHz Snapdragon 800 chipset, Android 4.4 OS, and a battery measuring 4800 mAh. It is also available in two storage variants: 16GB or 32GB. The main camera has 8MP and it is great for those that wish to take decent photos or videos. The Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 can be purchased from Amazon.

Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 8.0

The 9.0 model of the Galaxy Tab 4 has entered the mid-range tablet category, but it is still a viable option for those that want to get the basic Android experience out of their device. If you have kids or you want to offer it as a gift then this Galaxy tab 4 8.0 model is the perfect one.

Here are some of the best hardware specs packed in this tablet: 8.0 inch TFT screen with 1280 x 800 resolution, Android 4.4.2 KitKat, 4450 mAh battery, external microSD card support, 16GB internal storage, 3.15MP camera, Wi-Fi support. Purchase a Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 8.0 from Amazon starting with $239.

LG G Pad 8.3

The 8.3 G Pad table from LG is currently one of the best Android devices you could ever hope to lay hands on. It packs a full HD display and its design is sleek and looking much more modern than the Samsung counterparts.

LG G Pad 8.3 device packs the 1.7GHz Snapdragon 600 chipset, it featurs 2GB RAM and it runs the latest Android 4.4.2 KitKat OS. Its screen measures 8.3 inches, obviously, while its resolution measures 1280 x 1980. If you like this device you can visit its Amazon dedicated order page here.

Kindle Fire HD

The 7-inch Kindle Fire HD device has a 1280 x 800 resolution and it should be a great device for those that are looking for a cheap e-book reader. This Kindle Fire HD shouldn’t cost you more than $200.

The 7-inch Fire HD model has a 1.2 GHz TI OMAP chipset, 1GB RAM, 8/ 16 GB internal storage, 1.3 MP camera, and it runs on an Amazon-themed Android ICS operating system. You can purchase the 8GB model of Kindle Fire HD 7 from here for $139. The 16GB model is available here for only $170.

Kindle Fire HDX

The latest 7-inch HDX model of the Kindle Fire is now live at Amazon and it continues to be one of the best sold tablets. If you love streaming movies, listening to music or reading books on portable devices, then this is the tablet that you should buy.

Kindle Fire HDX 7-inch device has an IPS LCD display with 1920 x 1200 screen resolution, 2.2 Snapdragon 800 chipset, 2GB RAM, 1.3MP camera, and it runs on the Fire OS 3.0 which is a custom Android Jelly Bean OS. Buy one Kindle Fire HDX tablet from Amazon for $200, that’s is the price for the 16GB Wi-Fi only model. If you wish to purchase the 32GB Wi-Fi Only you have to pay $219, for the 64GBmodel you have to pay $239.

Nexus 7 2012

The Google Nexus 7 2012 model was probably one of the most popular devices at the time of its launch because it runs of the stock Android firmware. It is also a great tablet for basic Android needs.

The Nexus 7 2012 device features the 1.2 GHz Nvidia Tegra 3 CPU, 1GB RAM, 16GB or 32GB internal storage, 4352 battery, Bluetooth 4.0, NFC and Wi-Fi capabilities. If you like this device that you can get one from Amazon here.

Nexus 7 2013

The Google Nexus 7 2013 edition was a major improvement over the previous 2012 model and it packs a full HD 7-inch screen with 1920 x 1200 resolution, the 1.5GH Snapdragon S4 PRO chipset, 2GB RAM, 16GB or 32GB internal storage, Bluetooth 4.0, 3950 battery, LTE, Wi-Fi.

This Nexus 7 2013 was one of the first devices that were updated to Android 4.4.4 KitKat. It should also become the first tablet to receive the future Android L 5.0 OS when Google will launch it. You can purchase this tablet from Amazon and you can choose from three different models: 16GB model, 32GB model or the 32GB LTE model. The pricing for all this devices are starting somewhere around $220, choose the model that you like the most and keep in mind that it runs 100% stock Android which means that it should offer a smooth Android experience.

Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.0

This last device is one that we can include in the low-range category as it comes with the 1.2GHz Snapdragon CPU, only 1.5GB RAM, 8GB or 16GB internal storage, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, microUSB 2.0, and a 3.15 camera. Its screen measures 7 inches.

Galaxy Tab 7.0 is available in 8GB or 16GB internal storage. You can expand its storage up to 32GB via external microSD card slot. Buy the Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.0 tablet from Amazon.