Huawei MediaPad M3

162 reviews

Jan, 2021

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 162 reviews of Huawei MediaPad M3. The average rating for this product is 4.6/5, compared to an average rating of 4.2/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Comments about the usability and price are overall positive. The size and screen are also appreciated, but there are some critical views about the camera.

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Expert review by : Xiomara Blanco (cnet.com)

The best Android alternative to the Apple iPad Mini 4 (and it's cheaper)

Packing powerful speakers and LTE, the premium Android tablet beats the iPad Mini 4 where it hurts the most: affordability.

The Huawei MediaPad M3 has a stylish and sturdy aluminum design. The HD screen is sharp and the fingerprint sensor is fast. It has dual Harman-Kardon speakers that are crazy-loud.

Audio sounds tinny at maximum volume.

The Huawei MediaPad M3 is the best small and stylish Android alternative to the Apple iPad Mini 4.

Nov, 2016

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Expert review by : Xiomara Blanco (cnet.com)

Huawei MediaPad M3 review

The Huawei MediaPad M3 is like a louder, more affordable Apple iPad Mini 4, that runs Android.

The Huawei MediaPad M3 has a stylish and sturdy aluminum design. The HD screen is sharp and the fingerprint sensor is fast. It has dual Harman-Kardon speakers that are crazy-loud.

Audio sounds tinny at maximum volume.

The Huawei MediaPad M3 is the best small and stylish Android alternative to the Apple iPad Mini 4.

Oct, 2016

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Expert review by : Laptop Mag (laptopmag.com)

Huawei MediaPad M3 Review

Fast overall speed; Crisp, bright screen; Excellent audio and pack-in earbud ; High price; Awkward navigation key ; The Huawei MediaPad M3 is a mid-size LTE-enabled Android tablet with solid general performance, excellent audio and a bright display,...

High price; Awkward navigation key ; The Huawei MediaPad M3 is a mid-size LTE-enabled Android tablet with solid general performance, excellent audio and a bright display, but it carries a high price.

The Huawei MediaPad M3 is a mid-size LTE-enabled Android tablet with solid general performance, excellent audio and a bright display, but it carries a high price.

Sep, 2016

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Expert review by : Andreas Kilian (notebookcheck.net)

Huawei MediaPad M3 8.4 Tablet Review

Evolution. The successor to the MediaPad M2 of 2015 is finally here: please welcome the MediaPad M3. The new model may have almost identical measurements to the predecessor, but it is equipped with a larger, higher resolution panel, a stronger...

decent workmanship ; sturdy metal case ; microSD slot ; USB OTG functionality ; high-resolution, bright display ; practical fingerprint reader ; good stereo speakers ; low heat emissions ; great browser performance ; protective display foil included

GPU is overburdened when running demanding games ; only Micro USB 2.0 available ; no LED flash ; no headset in delivery ; no NFC

The Huawei MediaPad M2 was a reliable device with a few weak points. The manufacturer has continued on this path and built a new generation on the reliable foundations of the predecessor. With its sturdy metal case and nice speakers, this handy tablet...

Nov, 2016

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Expert review by : Joe M. (phonearena.com)

Huawei MediaPad M3 Review

Although tablets may not have had that big of a year in 2016 when compared to years past, plenty of really solid options were still released. Apple introduced a 9.7-inch model of the iPad Pro, Amazon refreshed the Fire HD 8, and Asus kicked out some...

Thin and lightweight ; Sturdy and refined design ; Gorgeous 2K display ; microSD card support up to 128GB ; Solid audio setup for both external speakers and wired headphones

Processor feels poorly optimized for a lot of tasks ; EMUI 4.1 is one of the worst Android skins out there ; Throwaway cameras ; microUSB rather than USB Type-C

With all of that said, what’s the final word on the Huawei MediaPad M3?

Dec, 2016

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Expert review by : Max Parker (trustedreviews.com)

Huawei MediaPad M3

Tablets are a luxury. With phones getting bigger and laptops getting thinner, that in-between device Steve Jobs said would be the future of the computer could be seen as becoming slightly redundant.

Sep, 2016

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Huawei MediaPad M3 review

Huawei throws stainless steel and stereo sound at its best compact tablet yet

Small, stylish and well-built ; Powerful enough for all sorts of streaming and multimedia ; Battery life is pretty decent

Not a tablet for gamers ; EMUI isn’t for everyone ; Camera quality is pretty basic

Superior sound and refined styling makes this as close as you can get to an iPad Mini that’s running Android, even if overall performance falls a bit short.

Sep, 2016

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Expert review by : Chris Hall (pocket-lint.com)

Huawei MediaPad M3 review: An unfussy Android media tablet

The tablet market has stumbled. From everyone offering a tablet - in Windows, Android, iOS - things have dwindled. Even Apple's iPad has slowed in pace. There's a lot to like about the Huawei MediaPad M3. It is as much as you might want from a tablet...

Great design and build quality, minimal fuss, good audio performance, good bundled AKG headphones, fingerprint scanner is smart

Display viewing angles a little limited, doesn't add a huge amount to the mix where some rivals do

There's a lot to like about the Huawei MediaPad M3. It is as much as you might want from a tablet designed to entertain you, a great portal for your browsing, your movies and your gaming. It offers the performance that will satisfy many and avoids the...

Sep, 2016

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Expert review by : Andrew Williams (techradar.com)

Huawei MediaPad M3 8.0 review

An okay slate with a crucial flaw

Sharp screen ; Super-loud stereo speakers ; Slim, light and fancy aluminium shell

Poor gaming performance with some titles ; Pedestrian rear camera

Once again Huawei has produced a tablet that promises much but fails to fully deliver. The MediaPad M3 looks good, has great speakers and performs well in everyday use, but keen gamers will want to give it a wide berth.

Sep, 2016

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Huawei MediaPad M3 review: Still the 8in tablet king?

Huawei's MediaPad M3 tablet is miles ahead of its predecessors, even if it was rather pricey at launch

The 8.4in screen is the big highlight, and if you excuse the slight dip in gaming prowess, the Kirin 950’s sheer processing oomph knocks its rivals for six. Battery life also takes a bit of a hit as a result, but if you want a powerful, compact,...

Apr, 2019