Poco has entered the tablet market with the launch of the Poco Pad 5G, a feature-packed 5G tablet targeting budget-conscious users. It shares much of its hardware with the Redmi Pad Pro but offers a slightly lower price point, making it a value-driven alternative.
Design and Build
The Poco Pad 5G features a dual-tone back design with an aluminium body and a plastic section housing the camera module.
Weighing around 570g and measuring 7.52mm thick, it’s not the slimmest tablet but feels well-balanced in hand.
The 8MP rear camera is supported by a flash, with no major design overhauls beyond brand styling. However, the matte finish attracts noticeable fingerprint smudges.
Display and Multimedia
Equipped with a 12.1-inch 2.5K IPS LCD display, the tablet delivers excellent sharpness and viewing angles. It supports a 120Hz refresh rate, 600 nits brightness, Dolby Vision, and is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 3.
The quad-speaker setup with Dolby Atmos enhances the multimedia experience, making it a strong choice for streaming and casual content consumption.
Performance and Software
Powered by the Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 chipset, paired with Adreno 710 GPU, the tablet handles daily tasks smoothly. It is ideal for browsing, streaming, and productivity, though not built for high-performance gaming.
It runs on HyperOS based on Android 14, offering a clean and bloat-free interface with tablet-optimized features like floating windows, split-screen gestures, and conference tools.
Battery and Charging
The Poco Pad 5G houses a large 10,000mAh battery that lasts beyond a day with moderate use. However, charging speeds are limited to 33W, taking over two hours for a full charge. This may feel slow given the battery size, but acceptable within the price segment.
Camera and Storage
It includes an 8MP rear and front camera setup, suitable for basic photography and video calls. Storage options include 8GB RAM with up to 256GB UFS 2.2 storage, expandable via microSD up to 1.5TB.
Pricing and Verdict
The Poco Pad 5G is priced at ₹23,999 for the 128GB variant and ₹25,999 for the 256GB model. During the sale season, you can get the tablet for under 20,000 Rupees by using cashback and card offers.
For those seeking a reliable, 5G-ready tablet for entertainment, productivity, or online meetings, it stands out with its large display, long battery life, and user-friendly software.
