Honor MagicPad2 vs Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus

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MagicPad2 compared with Yoga Tab Plus
HonorMagicPad2LenovoYoga Tab Plus
Overview
Released2024January 2025
Display
Screen size12.3″12.7″
Resolution3000 × 1920 (better)2944 × 1840
Sharpness290 pixels per inch (better)273 pixels per inch
PanelOLEDLCD
Refresh rate144 Hz144 Hz
Brightness–650 nits
Display typeOLED; 290 ppi; 92% screen-to-body ratio12.7-inch LTPS LCD; 16:10; 273 ppi; anti-reflection surface
Brightness detailMaker maximum 1,600 nits; no separate typical SDR figure published here650 nits typical and 900 nits peak (PSREF); launch release calls 900 nits high brightness mode
Display features1.07 billion colours, DCI-P3; 1,000,000:1 contrast; 4,320 Hz PWM dimming at low brightness; IMAX Enhanced; TÜV Rheinland hardware Low Blue Light and Flicker Free100% DCI-P3; 1500:1 contrast; Dolby Vision; 10-point touch; 88% screen-to-body ratio; TÜV Rheinland Flicker Free, High Visibility and hardware Low Blue Light
Performance
ChipSnapdragon 8s Gen 3Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
Memory12 GB16 GB (better)
Storage256 GB256 GB
CPUSnapdragon 8s Gen 3, octa-core (one Cortex-X4 at 3.0 GHz, four Cortex-A720 at 2.8 GHz, three Cortex-A520 at 2.0 GHz); TSMC 4 nmSnapdragon 8 Gen 3, octa-core (one Cortex-X4, five Cortex-A720, two Cortex-A520), up to 3.3 GHz
GPU–Qualcomm Adreno 750
AI engine–Up to 20 TOPS AI performance
Cameras
Rear camera13 MP13 MP
Ultra wide cameraNoneNone
Front camera9 MP13 MP (better)
Rear camera13 MP f/2.0 autofocus13 MP f/2.2 autofocus plus 2 MP fixed-focus macro, with flash
Front camera9 MP f/2.2 fixed focus13 MP f/2.2 fixed-focus 101-degree ultrawide, with face unlock
Battery and connections
Battery life (maker's claim)–Up to 11 hours
Battery (mAh)10,050 mAh10,200 mAh (better)
Fastest charging66 W (better)45 W
Mobile data optionNoNo
StylusSupported, sold separatelySupported, in the box
Keyboard made for itYesYes
Battery life detail10,050 mAh typical, 10,000 mAh rated lithium-polymer battery10,200 mAh typical rechargeable lithium-ion; maker up to 11 hours of YouTube streaming
Charging66 W HONOR SuperCharge; UK standard-box list does not include an adapter45 W USB-C quick charge; PSREF lists a 10 V / 4.5 A adapter or no adapter depending on configuration
USB-CUSB-C with OTG support; USB generation not specified by the maker UK sheetUSB-C (USB 5Gbps / USB 3.2 Gen 1) with charging, DisplayPort output and audio; 3-point keyboard pogo connector
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6, 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, 2x2 MIMO; 2.4 and 5 GHzWi-Fi 7, 802.11be 2x2; Wi-Fi Direct and Wi-Fi Display
BluetoothBluetooth 5.3, BLE; SBC, AAC, LDAC, aptX and aptX HDBluetooth 5.4
Mobile network–No WWAN support
Stylus supportHONOR Magic-Pencil 3; maker 2 ms latency, tilt sensitivity and zero-pressure ink; promotional bundles varyLenovo Tab Pen Pro; 8,192 pressure levels, tilt, palm rejection, haptic feedback, wireless charging and double-tap; bundled with the documented UK configurations
KeyboardsHONOR MagicPad2 Smart Bluetooth Keyboard; no trackpad (TechAdvisor)Lenovo 2-in-1 Keyboard Pack for Yoga Tab Plus; UK bundles include keyboard, with mouse or adapter in selected packages
Design
Weight555 g (better)640 g
Thickness5.8 mm (better)6.69 mm
Height × width274.5 × 180.5 mm290.91 × 188.3 mm
Water and dust resistance–IP53
Operating systemAndroidAndroid
Biometrics–Power-button fingerprint reader and face unlock
SpeakersEight speakers with HONOR Spatial Audio and IMAX EnhancedSix Harman Kardon speakers (two Solo tweeters and four SLS subwoofers), Dolby Atmos
MicrophonesThree microphonesDual microphones
SensorsAccelerometer, Hall and gravity sensorsAccelerometer, gyroscope, Hall sensor, RGB sensor and ToF sensor; no vibration motor
MaterialsMetallic body with brocade fibre rear materialMetal case; 8.52 mm including camera projection
ColoursMoonlight White and BlackTidal Teal and Seashell globally; documented UK configuration is Tidal Teal
Software at launchMagicOS 8.0.1 based on Android 14; GSMArena launch coverage gave planned China availability of 19 July 2024, without confirming actual sales in that reportAndroid 14; current UK page lists Android 15 and PSREF lists Android 14 or later
In the boxTablet with battery, USB-C cable, quick-start guide and warranty card; pen and keyboard may be separate promotional giftsDocumented UK bundles include tablet, Tab Pen Pro and keyboard; adapter, mouse and other accessories depend on bundle. Global PSREF also permits unbundled pen and keyboard.

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