Best Windows tablets 2020: the best portable Windows 10 devices

The best Windows tablets are only getting better, giving Apple’s popular iPads a serious run for their money. That’s because they boast enough power in their svelte form, making them great for productivity, casual gaming and creative work. And, that’s what makes them excellent laptop alternatives, only more portable and often less expensive.

In fact, many of them tout enough power to rival the best 2-in-1 laptops. Whether you’re looking to play PUBG Mobile or write emails and type up work documents, these devices have you covered. Of course, as with all tablets, they are perfect for media consumption, web surfing and staying in touch with loved ones as well.

We scoured the market to find the best Windows tablets out there for you. We’ve even tested and reviewed every single pick, ensuring that whichever one you end up with, you’ll get a quality device. No matter what you need, you’ll find the ideal Windows tablet for you here.

Table of Contents

Best Windows tablets at a glance:

Microsoft Surface Go
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet
Acer Switch 5
Microsoft Surface Pro 7
Lenovo Yoga Book C930

Best Windows tablets 2020: the best portable Windows 10 devices — Microsoft Surface Go is thin, light, portable, elegant and affordable. (Image credit: Microsoft)

1. Microsoft Surface Go

Affordable

Light and easy to hold

Not as powerful as the iPad

The Microsoft Surface Go meets that large demand for a budget Surface device, while also being among the best Windows tablets for anyone who wants to do a bit of work on the go. It’s thin, light, portable and elegant like its more expensive cousins, but it has a price tag that’s a bit more affordable for regular users, thanks to Microsoft packing in everything they could in a device with a reasonable price tag. If you’re a student, or just someone who wants to consume some media while traveling, including playing some of the best laptop games on an airplane, then you can’t go wrong with the Microsoft Surface Go.

Read the full review: Microsoft Surface Go

2. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet

A versatile Windows 10 tablet that moonlights as a powerful laptop

CPU: Up to 8th Generation Intel Core i7-8650U | Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 620 | Screen: 13-inch QHD+ 3k (3,000 x 2,000) IPS multi-touch | Storage: Up to 1 TB PCIe SSD | Connectivity: Intel Dual Band Wireless AC 8265 (2 x 2), Up to Bluetooth 4.1 with vPro | Camera: 8MP rear-facing, 2MP front-facing | Weight: 1.69 pounds (890g), 2.79 pounds (1.27kg) with keyboard | Size: 11.96 x 8.88 x 0.59 inches with keyboard

Great design and build quality

ThinkPad Pen Pro included

Vivid 13-inch 3K touchscreen

Battery life is still limiting

Bulkier than the Surface Pro

Touted by Lenovo as ‘an IT admin’s dream,’ the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet indeed offers many of the makings of such a device. That includes dual Thunderbolt ports for faster data transfers, Windows Hello login via fingerprint reader, and the optional IR camera for a more secure login and Microsoft AutoPilot readiness. And, that’s without mentioning the SSD and battery that are field serviceable so that you can get a certified technician to come to you if you need parts replaced. But that’s not all; it’s also got a light and sleek chassis, and it comes with the ThinkPad Pen Pro, which means it’s great value all around.

Read the full review: Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet

3. Acer Switch 5

A great Surface Pro alternative

Great price

Solid performance

Dim display

The Acer Switch used to be a more affordable alternative to the Surface Pro. These days, the Acer Switch 5 will cost you just as much, but that’s also for comparable specs except perhaps an older processor. Price increase aside, this tablet is still one of the best Windows tablets – not to mention, best performing – out there, and it’s the perfect solution for students and professionals who don’t want to buy into the Surface trend.

Read the full review: Acer Switch 5

4. Microsoft Surface Pro 7

For upgraders or folks just getting into Microsoft’s tablet

CPU: 10th Gen Intel Core i3 – i7 | Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics – Iris Plus Graphics | RAM: 4GB – 16GB | Screen: 12.3” PixelSense Display | Storage: 128GB – 1TB | Connectivity: 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6 (2 x 2 MIMO), Bluetooth 5 | Camera: 8MP rear-facing, auto-focus camera (1080p HD); 5MP front-facing, 1080p HD camera | Weight: 1.7 pounds (771g) | Size: 11.5 x 7.9 x 0.33 inches (292 x 201 x 8.5mm; W x D x H)

USB-C finally

Now with Wi-Fi 6

Overall loss in battery life

USB-C isn’t Thunderbolt 3

The seventh iteration of Microsoft’s award-winning product may not be the generational leap many Microsoft tablets have been waiting for, but it offers some improvements from its predecessor. This 2-in-1 tablet aimed at pros has received impressive gains in power, making it more capable than ever as a laptop alternative. Also, it now boasts a USB-C port and Wifi 6 connectivity. And, of course, it offers that same level of portability that many Windows tablet users crave. The best part is that it has a few configurations, which means you can choose how much power and storage space to get depending on how much you need.

Read the full review: Microsoft Surface Pro 7

5. Lenovo Yoga Book C930

CPU: Intel Core i5-7Y54 | Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 615 | RAM: 4GB | Screen: 10.8” QHD (2560 x 1600) IPS touchscreen – 10.8” FHD (1920 x 1080) Flexible E Ink Mobius touchscreen | Storage: 256 GB SSD

Very thin and light

Gorgeous main display

E Ink screen works well

Very expensive

Low on RAM

The Lenovo Yoga Book C930 is a truly innovative 2-in-1 laptop, with a second E Ink display that moonlights as a keyboard, a pad for making notes and drawing and a traditional E Ink reader for viewing documents. It’s perhaps this second stunning screen that’s the biggest selling point of the Lenovo Yoga Book C930. That fact that it’s thin and light makes it an excellent tablet as well. If you’re looking for a laptop that doubles as a tablet and a drawing pad, this one’s an ace in our book.

Read the full review: Lenovo Yoga Book C930

Bill Thomas, Gabe Carey and Michelle Rae Uy have also contributed to this article

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