A tablet is a multimedia device, one of the subtypes of a computer. Its distinguishing feature is the screen, which occupies almost the entire area of the gadget. It is also an input device at the same time. For this reason, when choosing a tablet, the most attention is paid to the display, namely, to its size. It reflects such a value as a diagonal. It is traditionally measured in inches.
Tablet computers are produced by many companies around the world, and each of them has its own opinion on what should be the optimal diagonal of the tablet. This gives rise to a large number of models of different sizes. What then gadget to choose for yourself? The answer to this question depends on the purpose for which the device is purchased. There are several typical diagonals that manufacturers most often adhere to.
7 inch diagonal
10 x 16 aspect ratio. These are the smallest tablets you can find on the market (only 18 centimeters). This can be an advantage if you often need to take the gadget with you. He's easyfits in a pocket and is light weight. Such a tablet is well suited for games, as fingers reach all areas of the screen. The disadvantage is that due to the small display it is inconvenient to work on it. In addition, if you want to type text, the keyboard will take up almost the entire screen.
Examples of such tablets: iPad mini 4, Xiaomi MiPad 2, Samsung Galaxy Tab A.
8 inch diagonal
The aspect ratio is 3 x 4. Such a tablet is not much larger than a seven-inch one, so it has similar advantages: lightness and portability. It is easy to carry around, often it even fits in your pocket. Its display is more square, which makes it more convenient to work with documents and use the browser. But for the same reason, watching movies on such a device is not very pleasant, as black bars appear at the top and bottom of the screen. Many consider this format to be the golden mean between the large ten-inch and small seven-inch models.
Examples of such tablets: Digma Plane 8540E, Lenovo Tab 4, Huawei Mediapad T3.
9.7 inch diagonal
Aspect ratio 3 x 4. This is really a tablet with a large screen. It is adapted for typing in two hands and allows you to comfortably work in various programs. But such a gadget usually has a lot of weight and is inconvenient to use on weight. Under such tablets, there are covers-stands so that they can be freely placed on a horizontal surface.
Examples of such tablets: Samsung Galaxy Tab S3,iPad.
Diagonal 10.1 inches
The aspect ratio is 10 x 16. This is also a tablet with a large screen (25 centimeters). Thanks to its format, it is ideal for watching movies. The image occupies the entire screen without black bars. A wide display with high resolution allows you to fully enjoy high-quality images. But such tablets have a problem similar to seven-inch ones: the on-screen keyboard in a horizontal position is very uncomfortable. You have to work with it when the device is located vertically.
10, 1 tablet examples: Lenovo Yoga Book, Huawei MediaPad M2, Samsung Galaxy Tab A.
Non-standard tablet diagonals
Each tablet manufacturer tries to make its products individual in order to arouse interest from a potential buyer. Often this is expressed in the fact that models with unusual display diagonals appear on the market. For example, 8.9 inches. But more interesting are tablets with a size of more than 10″. The most common type is 12.9 inches. The flagship of such diagonals is the Apple iPad Pro. The cost of such devices, of course, is high, but it justifies itself. Such a large size allows you to install more powerful stuffing, increasing productivity. iPad Pro was originally created to replace full-fledged computers, but due to its operating system (iOS) and high price, it failed to gain wide popularity.
Appearance on the market of a tablet with a diagonal of 12,9″ surprised users. But this is not the limit. In 2017, Toshiba introduced a device with a 24-inch tablet. That's more than most budget computer monitors. Such a device is equipped with a multi-touch interface that allows you to recognize more than ten touches at the same time. This will be useful if two people use such a tablet at once. Additionally, its operating system supports the function of launching two applications at once at the same time with splitting the screen in half. Pretty smart solution for such a diagonal.
Results
What is the best tablet size? If you need a device for watching movies, then you should pay attention to tablets with an aspect ratio of 10 x 16. The size should be chosen based on the need for portability, acceptable budget. It should be borne in mind that the larger the display, the higher the cost. Tablets with a large diagonal and aspect ratios of 3 x 4 are suitable for working with applications and documents. It is most convenient to play on small devices with a diagonal of 7 or 8 inches. If the tablet does not require high mobility, and you are not limited by the budget, then you should pay attention to gadgets with an ultra-high diagonal, for example 12.9 inches.
