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Best tablets of 2016 - CNET
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Best tablets of 2016

Here's a collection of the tablets rated highly by CNET editors.

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CNET's Rating

  • 9 Design
  • 9 Features
  • 9 Performance
Apple's best iPad yet
iPad Pro 9.7-inch

The latest iPad Pro offers everything that's great about the 12.9-inch model in a smaller 9.7-inch package with the perk of a few nice updates. It's faster in performance, packs a better camera and, to the delight of some, it now comes in pink.

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CNET's Rating

  • 9 Design
  • 8 Features
  • 9 Performance
Android worthy of replacing your iPad
Google Pixel C

The Google Pixel C is the Android tablet to beat. It's got a sleek, solid build and features a magnetic keyboard (sold seperately) that attaches so strongly, you can hold it upside down and the tablet won't fall.

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CNET's Rating

  • 9 Design
  • 9 Features
  • 8 Performance
Apple's littlest iPad gets its upgrade
Apple iPad Mini 4

The iPad Mini 4 makes the most of iOS 9 and has a number of welcome upgrades, but its high price will have some skipping straight up to larger iPad Air models.

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CNET's Rating

  • 9 Design
  • 9 Features
  • 8 Performance
  • 7 Battery
Still the king of PC tablets
Microsoft Surface Pro 4

A host of small refinements cements the Surface Pro 4's position as the best-in-class Windows tablet -- so long as you're prepared to pay extra for the required keyboard cover accessory.

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CNET's Rating

  • 9 Design
  • 9 Features
  • 9 Performance
Apple's classic tablet
iPad Air 2

The iPad Air 2 is a nice refinement and finesse of the previous model, with a bevy of tweaks, enhancements, a much faster processor, and the welcome addition of Touch ID.

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CNET's Rating

  • 8 Design
  • 7 Features
  • 9 Performance
The best tablet you've never heard of
Sony Xperia Z4 tablet

The Sony Xperia Z4 is a rare, waterproof tablet with high-end specs and a super-skinny build. Sony isn't known for tablets, but its Xperia Z4 is one of its best kept secrets.

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CNET's Rating

  • 9 Design
  • 7 Features
  • 8 Performance
A small tablet with a supreme screen
Samsung Galaxy Tab S2

Thanks to its spectacular screen and lightweight build, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 is a great Android tablet for everyday use at home or on the go.

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CNET's Rating

  • 8 Design
  • 8 Features
  • 9 Performance
Best family-friendly tablet
Amazon Fire HDX 8.9

The Fire HDX 8.9 is Amazon's best tablet to date. On top of easy access to Amazon's wide video library, it's got a sharp screen and loud speakers, making it a great option for heavy video-watchers.

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Still not convinced?

You may want to consider these other options...

  • Here's your new favorite budget Android tablet
    Asus ZenPad Z8
  • A Surface-like tablet with a grab bag of add-ons
    Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet
  • The simplest, most affordable iPad
    Apple iPad Mini 2
  • When a tinier iPad isn't always the better iPad
    iPad Mini 4
  • This Surface wannabe falls flat -- literally
    Huawei Matebook