Huawei MediaPad M6 8.4 tablet review – pros and cons

The Huawei brand has long been known as one of the best manufacturers of inexpensive and at the same time reliable electronics and home appliances. Popular models of phones and tablets of this company, according to customer reviews, are durable and reliable, while at the same time they take first place in the ratings of budget gadgets for the price.

The sixth generation of the M line of Huawei MediaPad tablets was presented to users recently - in June 2019 in two variations: a model with a screen diagonal of 8.4 and 10.8 inches. The M line indicates the orientation of the device - it is “sharpened” for playing multimedia files, mainly for watching movies and listening to music. The screen is in WQXGA format, with a resolution of 2560 * 1600 pixels, the aspect ratio is 16 to 10, making it convenient for the user to surf the Internet and watch videos.

General information

For those who choose which of these models is better to buy, it will be important to know their fundamental differences.All the main characteristics of the new products are similar, there are differences only in size, and the model with a screen diagonal of 8.4 inches has only 2 speakers (whereas the older "brother" has four), a smaller battery capacity (6100 mAh compared to 7500 mAh), the lack of a fingerprint scanner (which will create some inconvenience when unlocking) and the ability to support a keyboard case.

The tablets of this line are a good budget alternative to the flagship iPad Mini. The Android system, excellent speakers, a capacious battery, a powerful processor and a bright display allow you to play videos without lags and freezes - the device is perfect for watching movies and cartoons, as well as for active games (which will interest advanced gamers). The expected cost of the device abroad is 260 euros. The expected average price in Russia is 20,000 rubles. Estimated sales start date is July 20, 2019. Many users believe that it will take one of the leading places in the ranking of high-quality and inexpensive tablets.

Tablet Specifications:

Available modifications and estimated prices:

• MediaPad M6 (8.4) with Wi-Fi and 4 + 64 GB - $291;
• MediaPad M6 (8.4) with Wi-Fi and 4 + 128 GB - $349;
• MediaPad M6 (8.4) with 4G, Wi-Fi and 4 + 64 GB - $349;
• MediaPad M6 (8.4) with 4G, Wi-Fi and 4 + 128 GB - $393;
• MediaPad M6 (10.8) with Wi-Fi and 4 + 64 GB - $335;
• MediaPad M6 (10.8) with Wi-Fi and 4 + 128 GB - $393;
• MediaPad M6 (10.8) with 4G, Wi-Fi and 4 + 64 GB - $393;
• MediaPad M6 (10.8) with 4G, Wi-Fi and 4 + 128 GB - $508.

Body material and appearance

Unlike phones, the design of tablets is not subject to frequent updates. This also applies to the MediaPad M6 8.4 tablet - in appearance it practically does not differ from previous and similar models. Compared to the M5 generation, one can only note the displacement of the Huawei inscription down the device, to where its predecessor had a multifunction button.

The tablet in question is slightly smaller than its counterpart, which has 10.8 inches, but many users consider its dimensions to be optimal - 206.4 x 125.2 x 7.4 mm. Due to its light weight - 320 grams, the gadget fits comfortably in the hands.

Since the device is made of metal, its surface is not prone to scratches and chips, does not get dirty, and has good impact resistance. To ensure that the device does not accidentally slip out of your hands, it is better to immediately purchase a case for it.

In the front of the device, the developers placed an 8-megapixel camera, while the main one, along with the flash, is located on the back side and has a resolution of 13 MP. On the reverse side, under the camera, there is an inscription Huawei and other information.

The wide display occupies almost the entire area, leaving room only for a small camera eye, and the Huawei inscription on the bottom. The traditional and ascetic appearance does not bother the user, and remains attractive for a long period.

So far, only tablets are available for purchase in two colors: Champagne Gold and Dark Grey.

The package includes the tablet itself, a network adapter with a USB cable (the cord is short), an adapter to the Type C connector, a card ejector, instructions and a warranty card.

Screen

The screen diagonal of 8.4 inches has already become familiar and standard, and thanks to a resolution of 2560 * 1600 pixels, an IPS matrix, multi-touch function and a usable area of ​​79% (205 square centimeters), using the device brings only positive emotions. The color gamut of the device is more than 16,000 colors, the image is bright and contrasting.The screen in the tablet is resistant to minor scratches, but it is better to protect it from mechanical damage with a film or tempered glass.

High-quality performance of the screen matrix allows you to use the device in the sun without any restrictions. The range of brightness adjustment is wide, at the minimum value you can read at night without straining your eyes. The picture is well detailed, the sharpness is balanced, the viewing angles are wide and clear.

Since the tablet has small bezels, the screen is not only comfortable in the hands, but also looks organic and aesthetically pleasing.

Despite the fact that the screen diagonal of the two announced new products is different in size, the resolution of the models is the same, and the device, which has a smaller size, is inferior to the older one only in this parameter, but not in any way in picture quality.

cameras

The rear camera has the following functionality: there is the possibility of face recognition, panoramic and continuous shooting, optical stabilization, autofocus.

Since the cameras in the gadget do not have a dual module, the photo quality can be called acceptable, but not ideal. The way the device takes photos at night is significantly different from photos taken in daylight.

Battery

The compactness of the device allows you to use a battery with an average capacity (6100 mAh), without losing the autonomy of the tablet. The lithium polymer battery supports up to 18W fast charging. With an average load, the battery holds a charge for a long time, and in case of active use it lasts for two to three days. Time of continuous work - 15 hours.

The popularity of Huawei models is partly due to the manufacturer's concern for the autonomy of gadgets - for example, the tablet has a large number of settings for power saving modes, so that the device's operating time can be increased several times.

Performance, memory and sound

Since Huawei has been preferring to use its own processors in its gadgets for a long time, this reduces the final cost of the product and allows you not to depend on possible problems with the supply of components from other countries. The tablet has a top-end Kirin 980 processor (2×2.6 GHz Cortex-A76 & 2×1.92 GHz Cortex-A76 & 4×1.8 GHz Cortex-A55), which is one of the fastest and most productive at the moment. It has 8 cores, working in conjunction with 4 GB of LPDDR4X RAM (regardless of modification), Mali-G76 video accelerator and GPU Turbo 3.0 function, which allows the device to work even with heavy applications and games without lags and freezes. The platform is designed using 7nm technology and supports artificial intelligence system.

For file storage, depending on the modification, 64 or 128 GB of internal memory and support for an SD card up to 512 GB are offered. Models with 4G support will cost a little more.

As mentioned earlier, the device has two stereo speakers of the well-known Harman Kardon brand, thanks to which the sound when listening to music is voluminous and high-quality, there is bass.

Advantages and disadvantages

• good value for money;
• thanks to the small frames, it fits comfortably in the hands;
• attractive appearance;
• Android 9 out of the box;
• sound quality;
• assembly and quality of components.

• average quality of cameras;
• top-of-the-line equipment is quite expensive.

Conclusion

Many tablet users are wondering how to choose a tablet with the right value for money. Among the main selection criteria, in addition to how much the device costs, one can name performance, image quality, battery capacity. Compared to its peers, the Huawei MediaPad M6 8.4 offers all of these features at the highest level, while maintaining one of the lowest prices.

As you know, the manufacturer is now in a difficult relationship with American competitors, which is why there is a possibility of a disruption in the supply of not only materials and components for gadgets, but also software, which is more significant. For example, the possible loss of the Google Play program can make the device a practically useless toy due to the inability to install most applications running on Android.

The decision which tablet of which company is better is recommended to be made on the basis of unbiased reviews and user reviews, making up your own opinion about each of the models under consideration. We hope that our review will help you evaluate all the advantages and disadvantages of Huawei MediaPad M6 8.4. However, now is the best time to buy devices from this brand, as political differences may slightly reduce the final price of the device.

For those who are interested in where you can buy the model in question, we recommend comparing the prices of the gadget in Russian electronics and household appliances networks and on Chinese sites.Of course, the price in the latter case will be slightly lower than that declared for sale in stores, but it is worth taking into account the likelihood of device breakdowns, because of which savings can play against the buyer. We recommend buying a tablet only in official retail chains with the obligatory execution of a receipt and a warranty card.