Tablets that come with a pen in the box facilitate use for various activities, such as taking notes in virtual classes or drawing directly on the screen, eliminating the need to purchase additional accessories. Olhar Digital selected five options available in the Brazilian market for those looking for this type of device.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE starts the list and includes the S Pen, which operates via electromagnetic resonance, dispensing with internal battery and recharging. This accessory magnetically attaches to the side of the device and has the capacity to register different levels of pressure and tip tilt on the screen.
This model features a 10.9-inch screen with a 90 Hz refresh rate, is equipped with the Exynos 1580 processor, 8 GB of RAM, and 128 GB of storage, with the possibility of expansion via microSD card. Furthermore, its body has an IP68 certification against dust and water. The 8,000 mAh battery supports 45 W fast charging (the full power charger is not included). The cameras are 12 MP (front) and 13 MP (rear), suitable for video conferences. It runs the One UI interface over Android, offers Wi-Fi 6 support, and has a biometric reader on the power button.
A slightly more basic version of this Samsung still maintains the S Pen with pressure sensitivity. Its operating system allows converting handwritten text to typed text and enables annotations directly in PDF files. The screen maintains 10.9 inches and a 90 Hz refresh rate, but uses the Exynos 1380 processor, has only 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage, which can be expanded up to 1 TB via microSD. The battery is 8,000 mAh with 25 W charging support, and the cameras are 8 MP (rear) and 5 MP (front). This model also supports Wi-Fi 6 and facial unlock.
Lenovo with basic pen
There is a basic model in Lenovo's tablet portfolio that comes with a simple pen. This pen works without batteries or buttons, being sufficient for signing documents, making quick notes, and drawing, although it does not differentiate stroke pressure or recognize hand touch on the screen.
This tablet has an 11-inch screen with a 90 Hz refresh rate, a MediaTek Dimensity 6300 processor, 4 GB of RAM, and 128 GB of storage, expandable via microSD. It is aimed at users looking for a lower cost, sacrificing advanced performance and cutting-edge features. The battery has 7,040 mAh and charges at 15 W. The cameras are 8 MP both front and rear, and the device retains the P2 connector for wired headphones, making it the simplest on the list, but meeting basic needs.
Lenovo Idea Tab with more features
For those who want more functionality, there is a Lenovo Idea Tab model with more robust hardware. Although it keeps a basic pen similar to the previous one, it includes a physical keyboard in the box, expanding usage capabilities without extra costs. Maintaining the same processor as the previous model, this tablet offers double the RAM (8 GB) and internal storage (256 GB), with the option of expansion via microSD. Its 11-inch screen has a 2.5K resolution. The 7,040 mAh battery also powers the keyboard, which connects magnetically via pins to the device, making it a complete option.
TCL Tab A1 Plus
Another alternative that includes a pen and physical keyboard is the TCL Tab A1 Plus. This model is slightly simpler than the previous one but offers an attractive package. The T-Pen registers touches and writings on the screen but lacks advanced features such as pressure variation in strokes, present in the mentioned Samsung devices. It features a 12.2-inch screen with 2K resolution, a Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 processor, 6 GB of RAM, and 128 GB of storage, also expandable via microSD. The 8,000 mAh battery supports 18 W charging, and the cameras are 13 MP (rear) and 8 MP (front), sufficient for basic video calls. Despite being less complete than the previous model, it is a good choice for those looking for a tablet with a pen and keyboard.