Best tablet with keyboard 2021: top tablets you can type on

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Wed, 23 Jun 2021 12:38:58 +0000

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Heres our pick of the best tablets with detachable keyboards.

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Get the best of both worlds with the best tablet with a keyboard. Its the perfect way to get that laptop and tablet functionalities without having to shell out quite a bit of cash or carry two devices all the time. There, of course, an argument to be made about best 2-in-1 laptops , which essentially offer the same functionalities. However, tablets with a keyboard are
generally much thinner and more lightweight, which makes them ideal for those who want to travel light.

And, because these days, tablets have evolved into such capable devices, touting capabilities to rival some of the best laptops , the best tablets
with a keyboard allow you to not only get some productivity tasks done, but also tick creative ones off your list. In fact, we have relied on these devices ourselves when we need to squeeze in a bit of work while traveling.

These are our picks of the best tablets with a keyboard, from Android tablets and the best Windows tablets to a few iPadOS options. Take your pick. The
best tablets with keyboards at a glance Galaxy Tab S7 Plus iPad Air 4 (2020) Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 iPad Pro 12.9 Surface Book 3 Panasonic Toughbook CF-33 Check out all the best Windows laptops of 2021 Plus we've got a list of the very best tablets The best tablets with keyboards of 2021 (Image credit: Samsung) 1. Galaxy Tab S7 Plus

Samsung's finest tablet yet CPU: Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Plus | RAM: 6GB+128GB, 8GB+256GB, 8GB+512GB | Screen: 12.4" Super AMOLED, 120Hz |
Storage: Up to 1TB microSD card | OS: Android OS Gorgeous OLED screen Premium design Android lacks quality tablet apps High price

The first Android tablet on our list is the best tablet that Samsung has ever made, and it's a serious rival to the iPad Pro. In fact, its screen arguably has those slates beat, as its a 12.4-inch Super AMOLED one with a 2800 x 1752 resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. The iPad Pro range can match much of that, but those slates have LCD screens that aren't as good. It also has a smart connector at the bottom where the Samsung Keyboard cover magnetically attaches.

Read the full review: Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 Plus (Image credit: Apple) 2. iPad Air 4 (2020)

Why go Pro when the Air is this good? CPU: A14 Bionic chip with Neural Engine | RAM: 4GB | Screen: 10.9-inch Liquid Retina display | Storage: 64GB/256GB | OS: iPadOS 14 All-screen design Lots of power 64GB storage is limited Higher price than last-gen

The iPad Air 4 (2020) is a great tablet for anyone who cant justify splurging on the very best, as it has many of the things that make the iPad Pro range great, but costs less. It even has a newer A14 Bionic chipset. Thats what youll find in the iPhone 12 range, and its exceptionally powerful. The iPad Air 4 (2020) also supports both the Magic Keyboard, the best tablet keyboard hands-down, and Apple Pencil, so its almost as good as a laptop replacement
or general productivity device as an iPad Pro. With good all-round specs too and a wide range of colors that you can buy it in, the iPad Air 4 (2020) is a great choice for a lot of people.

Read the full review: iPad Air 4 (2020) (Image credit: Future) 3. Samsung Galaxy Tab S6

Best Android tablet with keyboard CPU: Snapdragon 855 | Graphics: Adreno 640
| RAM: 6GB - 8GB | Screen: 10.5-inch 1,600 x 2,560 resolution | Storage:
128GB - 256GB | OS: Android 9 Performance level Top quality screen Expensive

Our favorite Android tablet plus keyboard option is the S6 for several reasons. This is a premium slate which boasts excellent performance levels thanks to its Snapdragon 855 chip, and has a gorgeous Super AMOLED display.
As a result, its fantastic for media playback in particular, and an added bonus is the inclusion of high quality AKG-tuned speakers.

Note, however, that the keyboard must be purchased separately, and is an optional accessory (although some retailers sell it in bundles with the tablet, so you might want to look for one of these). The Book Cover, as Samsung calls it, is built in much the same vein as the Surface Pros detachable keyboard, using a sturdy magnetic connection, and even providing a kickstand via a cover that attaches to the rear of the Galaxy Tab S6.

On the whole, its a pretty decent keyboard, but the downside is the accessory is pricey. Indeed, the tablet is on the expensive side itself, so the
complete setup is far from a budget option.

And indeed, Samsungs interface still isnt the best and holds the S6 back a little, but despite that quibble and those pricing issues this remains hands-down the top pick for those who want an Android slate with a keyboard.

Read our full review: Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 (Image credit: Future) 4. iPad Pro 12.9

Best tablet with keyboard for creatives CPU: A12X Bionic | Graphics: A12X Custom GPU | RAM: 4GB - 6GB | Screen: 12.9-inch 2,732 x 2,048 resolution | Storage: 64GB - 1TB | OS: iPadOS Amazing color-accurate display Superb for stylus use Plenty powerful Unpleasantly wallet-damaging

If youre a creative professional, theres an obvious choice of tablet to go for, and thats the iPad Pro. Its not cheap, but the iPad Pro 12.9 is a fantastic device on the creative front for many reasons, and it can be combined with the detachable keyboard which Apple calls the Smart Keyboard Folio as you check out when buying your iPad (so make sure you add this, and the correct language for the keyboard).

The detachable keyboard is solid enough effort, but what really sets the iPad Pro apart from the competition for creative types is the fantastic display which is impressively bright, and boasts support for the P3 wide color gamut (meaning its great for professional design work or the likes of photo editing). The Apple Pencil stylus is also a dream to use on this display, and highly responsive.

The downsides are that you dont get a full desktop experience, compared to
say Windows, although Apple is trying to provide that with iPadOS to move the tablet away from its mobile (and iOS) roots. The iPad Pro 12.9 is also eye-wateringly expensive if you want a decent amount of storage, with the detachable keyboard and stylus adding a considerable dollop of extra cost. This isnt a hybrid combo for the financially faint of heart.

Read our full review: iPad Pro 12.9 (Image credit: Microsoft) 5. Surface
Book 3

Premium piece of kit CPU: 10th-gen Intel Core i5 i7 | Graphics: Intel Iris Plus NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti with Max-Q Design | RAM: 8GB, 16GB, or 32GB
| Screen: 13.5-inch 3000 x 2000 PixelSense 15-inch 3240 x 2160 PixelSense display display | Storage: 256GB 2TB PCIe SSD | OS: Windows 10 Home
Beautiful design Comfortable keyboard Gorgeous screen Weak U-series processor Tiny trackpad

If youre looking for a beautifully designed laptop that moonlights as a tablet, look no further than the Microsoft Surface Book 3. It comes with an immaculate screen and keyboard and will scratch that itch if you want a premium looking and feeling device as your portable. And, with its discrete graphics and ample amount of RAM, its great for content creators as well. Its unfortunate that it comes with a weaker CPU and tiny trackpad, though the trackpad works as intended, keeping it from being a perfect device. It also comes with lackluster speakers. Outside of those issues though, this is one heck of a tablet with a keyboard.

Read the full review: Surface Book 3 6. Panasonic Toughbook CF-33

Best rugged tablet with keyboard CPU: Intel Core i5-7300U | Graphics: Intel
HD Graphics 620 | RAM: 8GB - 16GB | Screen: 12-inch 2,160 x 1,440 resolution
| Storage: 256GB - 512GB | OS: Windows 10 Fully rugged hybrid Meets MIL-STD-810G standard Good keyboard Really expensive

A rugged 2-in-1 is another niche area, but for those who need a tablet with keyboard which can take some punishment, this Panasonic product is king of
the rough-and-tough hill.

Panasonics Toughbook CF-33 is sold standalone as a tablet or can be bundled with the keyboard be sure to add it upon purchasing. The keyboard is well worth the extra outlay, because this is an excellent accessory, giving you a nice typing experience with a good level of travel (for a detachable unit).

Battery life is superb, which is obviously great for those using the CF-33 in the field, plus you get a high quality display, and a 2-in-1 capable of surviving drops and shocks, rain, extreme temperatures and humidity. The
CF-33 meets the military-grade MIL-STD-810G standard for toughness, and perhaps the biggest downside for those wanting a truly rugged hybrid is that it wont save your wallet from a pretty severe beating. Weve also picked out the best laptops in the world Check out all the latest cheap laptop deals Browse the best iPad deals Find more cheap Android tablet sales



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