TCL TAB A1 Plus

If you want an **Android tablet** for streaming, browsing, reading and light work, the TCL TAB A1 Plus hits the part of the market most people actually buy into: a large screen, decent speed and a battery that is meant to last. It’s aimed at users who want a bigger-than-average tablet without paying iPad money. ## What makes it worth it The headline is the 12.2-inch 2.4K display with a 120Hz refresh rate, which is better than the usual 60Hz panels you still see on many budget tablets. That makes scrolling and handwriting feel noticeably smoother. TCL also pairs it with a Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 and 6GB of RAM, which should be fine for everyday apps rather than heavy gaming. The 8,000mAh battery is another sensible choice for a tablet this size, and the quad-speaker setup should make Netflix and YouTube sound fuller than single- or dual-speaker rivals. The included flip case and stylus add real value if you plan to sketch, annotate or use it as a casual productivity slate. ## Where it falls short This is not a performance tablet. Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 is an entry-level chip, so don’t expect it to keep up with faster mid-range Android slates when you stack lots of apps or push demanding games. At 542g, it is also more portable than a laptop replacement, not something you’ll want to hold for hours one-handed. Buy it if you want a large, affordable Android tablet for media, note-taking and family use. Skip it if you care about top-tier speed, serious gaming or the best possible tablet display at this size.

£259.99