BlackView Tab 18 Review | This 12" Helio G99 Tablet plays it all! | Switch, PS2, Gamecube emulation

Blackview is back with a total BEAST of a tablet, the 12" Tab 18. This stunning device sports the MediaTek Helio G99 (Like on the KT-R1) and a massive 12GB RAM and 256GB Storage. This device has blown me away as a do-it-all tablet that plays plenty of GameCube, PS2 and even 3DS, Vita and Nintendo's newest handheld!
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TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 Intro
2:18 Unboxing & overview
3:29 Accessories
4:30 Android Gaming - Vampire Survivors
5:00 Android Gaming - Ravensword Shadowlands
5:18 Android Gaming - Mario Kart Tour
5:33 Android Gaming - Monster Hunter Stories
5:52 Android Gaming - Titan Quest
6:15 Android Gaming - FFVII: Ever Crisis
6:34 Android Gaming - Genshin Impact
6:59 Android Gaming - Call of Duty Mobile
7:50 Retro Game Emulation - Screen sizes
9:08 PS1
9:25 N64
9:40 Dreamcast
9:59 Saturn
10:18 PSP
11:06 DS
11:56 GameCube
12:55 PS2
14:19 3DS
15:09 PS Vita
16:11 Switch
17:03 Helio G99 Chipset
17:47 Moonlight Streaming
18:15 General Performance
19:01 Speakers
20:03 Cameras
20:55 Widevine L1
21:18 Fingerprint reader
21:40 Battery life and 33W charging
22:41 Android 13 (Doke OS) features
23:40 Desktop PC mode
24:30 Split screen apps
25:16 Dislikes
25:41 Summary
27:21 Release and discounts
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[@Hyperfixd]

What an awesome tablet! thanks for the showcase Shem!

[@RetroBreezeYT]

Cheers! Thank you for watching! I think I'll try and do a follow-up video with some more game testing too.

[@broabd9034]

Thank you very much. Now I know everything about this tab thankyou ❤❤😉😉

[@kierunekswiat]

Perfectly made review!!! Thank you!

[@RetroBreezeYT]

Thank you very much!

[@persieprince9345]

Tablets in general are underrated im tablet guy now most of the time good for reading for watching movies

[@andreysergienko8285]

Great review, especially about work with emulators

[@chucknorris8704]

Wow. what a review. Pretty much answered all questions I could've imagined for this device.

[@RetroBreezeYT]

I'm glad to hear that!

[@robert.sec2]

I think one of my holy grails now is a tablet this size, with this aspect ratio, that can run the full Gamecube/ PS2 libraries.

[@RetroBreezeYT]

Abso-freaking-lutely agree! There are certainly tablets out there like that (Nubia Pad 3D and Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra) but those are well over the $1000 price range.

[@geoffreyjohnstone5465]

If this is circa $200 then it is a great value tablet. I just cant see how they can make a profit at that price point

[@Becka107]

Made in china. 🎉

[@geoffreyjohnstone5465]

@@Becka107 What isnt these days?

[@leonboy9388]

looks great. will try to get the special price through your link!

[@RetroBreezeYT]

Cheers for your long-term support, leonboy!

[@leonboy9388]

@@RetroBreezeYT i was able to snatch one. looking forward to it.

[@tiagofarias5072]

Does it support Exfat micro sd or pendrive format? Has the s pen palm rejection on this tablet?

[@GoatV8]

That seems like such a good value, that's crazy. I'm still going with my Tab S7 but it's good to know that these types of alternatives to Samsung exist. One question though. Does it support video out over usb-c? (Sorry if you mentioned it and I just missed that part)

[@RetroBreezeYT]

No video out, unfortunately. If I recall correctly, the G99 actually doesn't support it. I do believe that BlackView do really well in terms of cost:value. Thanks for watching!

[@RetroBreezeYT]

Hi there! Just gave it a try for you. Graphics set to HD/High frame rate. Ran absolutely perfect and really easy to control on this tablet! Also I won the match :D

[@jimmyorena9929]

the lack of a headphone jack is a deal breaker for me. I work with audio devices a lot and it's a hassle to carry an adapter all the time. the OUKITEL T5 is looking really good right now.

[@danielesantamaria1658]

Does Diablo Immortal run smoothy on this device?

[@deborahkelly410]

I've bought this for my partner on the strength of this video. Thank you so much for this. I'd like to get it set up before they open it on Xmas day, can you point me towards somewhere I can find out how to set up the emulators on the tablet? I've never done anything like this before? Thanks in advance 😊

[@gumbyx84]

You kinda failed to mention that the sub-$200 price is for the first 500 units sold on the 11th. And it's priced at $306.60 right now Evac though the pictures show it as $209. Unless the link you provided is going to the wrong listing.

[@RetroBreezeYT]

That's fair, although to be honest the exact pricing wasn't available when I was working on the video fully. In my experience, sales come often on AliExpress and products often reach their launch prices again. However, I'll be more careful on pricing in the future! Cheers!

[@ropk676]

What app did you used for emulator.

[@dadou193]

sorry if this is a stupid question but how do you connect the controller and other accessories (like the keyboard, mouse etc.). you didn't do a video of the device including all sides/corners (or maybe i missed it somehow) so it's hard to see what is all around. Thanks in advance

[@RetroBreezeYT]

Oh yeah, I did forget a visual overview 😬 sometimes during content creation it's hard to see the bigger picture! Anyway Bluetooth for controllers, etc, or USB hub for cables and dongles!

[@dadou193]

but can you connect more than one usb c at once? i think there is only one. So how do you charge the device + connect an accessory at the same time? @@RetroBreezeYT

[@blackmagician7645]

​@@dadou193Usually the USB C connection to another power instrument. Charges the device as well. That one I could answer.😅

[@JimmyChao273]

are you getting the ktr1 ?

[@wranefis]

would you consider this tablet the best affordable 200 dollar emulator tablet ? would it emulate new nintendo switch games ?

[@jarexxsuvexx8212]

Only interested in this tablet for one thing only, to use as the touch screen for Avid S1 & Avid Dock Surface Controllers for music production. Strongly thinking about purchasing one to see if it will work.

[@RetroBreezeYT]

Nice, sounds like a good use case! I don't have the equipment but be sure to let me know if I can test anything for you

[@erich7001]

I need to stop watching your channel because I'm going to go broke :D Seriously, thank you for all the videos on the Miyoo Mini+. If it weren't for you making such great content, I would have never got back into emulation.

[@rainreyes-]

Hi, Did you notice that the tab 18 is just 60hz upon checking in the debugging mode? I'm wondering if you know where to locate the refresh rate settings for this tablet. Thank you!

[@RetroBreezeYT]

Yes it's 60hz

[@rainreyes-]

@@RetroBreezeYT Last week i was reading about this tablet and i came across a review saying it was 120hz screen looks like he got the specs somewhere else. Thanks bro!

[@brothernabb]

Good day sir, i just want to ask if you can use type c to hdmi connector to project it to another or secondary screen. Thank you.

[@RetroBreezeYT]

Unfortunately not, no display output unfortunately.

[@azizimran8805]

Have you tried Oukitel OT5? It has abit similar specs with BV Tab 18 but abit cheaper, lighter but has larger battery capacity. 🧐🧐

[@RetroBreezeYT]

No, I haven't. I have an RT7 review coming though 😂

[@domrocc5363]

Since im new to all of these retro re consoling, am i to understand that this is solely the device, which has the capabilites to play all these games. They do not come prebloaded, is that correct?

[@RetroBreezeYT]

Correct, you'll need to provide your own roms

[@domrocc5363]

@@RetroBreezeYT Thank you for taking the time to respond. Would I need to install the emulators as well?

[@dadou193]

What's the price now? Can't see it available for my country on aliexpress. I actually can't see it on Amazon nor Aliexpress sold?? Strange. Do you have another link? Is it sold out everywhere?

[@user-kk5zk5zs4r]

I just bought one online about an hour ago, here in our country it cost me 15,000 Philippine Peso for the 12GB Ram, 256 GB storage space. Hope this helps

[@itsmeclemerph4018]

How's your experience so far Sir? ​@@user-kk5zk5zs4r

[@scottlewis2653]

Its 10.1-inch Full HD display, well optimsed by helio g99 is ideal for watching movies, throughout the day.

[@RetroBreezeYT]

Absolutely! Mine is on my desk permanently as a second screen for KZbin and movies right now!

[@OGTechNick]

Impressive specs for the money even at $300. Nice thorough review.

[@RetroBreezeYT]

Thank you for watching!

[@OGTechNick]

@@RetroBreezeYT thanks so much for the sub 🙏

[@guzm]

Any chance you can test things like ps remote play or steam link using the 4G LTE?

[@RetroBreezeYT]

Great suggestion! I may do a follow-up with this in mind sometime! Lots of people have had suggestions of other things to try so I'm kind of keen to do it.

[@KevinV-PixelOrange]

Une prochaine vidéos sur les emulateurs et paramètres ? :D Je galère tellement avec la Ps2 :(

[@vladeputinovic6128]

Great review.

[@samzukwu]

does screen supports HDR?

[@Dumbell-mx1fy]

Can it play gran turismo 3 & 4 ? (Ps2 game)

[@princessgarcia4553]

Good day watching from philippines..may i know if this tablet supports the hdmi. Thanks

[@RetroBreezeYT]

Hi there! Thanks for watching. Unfortunately the Tab 18 does not support HDMI output.

[@VuqarStyle]

Hi, great video. Are you still recommending after 4 months?

[@RetroBreezeYT]

Hi there! 100% still recommended it. It's my daily-carry tablet along with the keyboard case and pen and I genuinely love it. This Friday they're launching the new MEGA-1 if you're looking for a higher refresh rate screen. Bit smaller though.

[@VuqarStyle]

@@RetroBreezeYT Thanks

[@smaeriolino]

If I connect a USB C hub will it work? I'm especially interested in HDMI

[@RetroBreezeYT]

USB ports, audio and Ethernet will work, but there is no HDMI output on the tablet

[@yaponetaz]

Firstly, I would like to thank you for the beautiful video you posted, showing all the possible details of this great tablet, my sincere congratulations on the video. I just have a small doubt, do you believe that this tablet can open Fortnite? I appreciate your attention and thank you.

[@RetroBreezeYT]

Hello there! Thank you for your kind comment! I just gave a couple of fortnite matches a go and unfortunately I would say this tablet isn't really suitable for it. It runs at a low framerate even when the graphics are turned to low. If you reduce the resolution scale, it looks really bad on the big screen. I'm sorry to say it's not great!

[@blackmagician7645]

​@@RetroBreezeYT🤔I wonder how the game would run on full graphics of the game. I remember once playing a high graphics game on a older tablet. It ran and looked miserable. Then I decided to play around in the game settings and found the graphics were on medium. I decided to see what'd happen if I placed it all the way up the furthest it would go. And then the game ran with no issues! Sometimes, I guess. Running the game outside it:s full potential can break it on some capable devices.🙂

[@user-ty4xx2ne2s]

Hi , after 4 months of this review, is it still working fine ?

[@RetroBreezeYT]

Yep! I use it every day with the keyboard and mouse and I totally love it! I just published my review of the new Mega-1 as well!

[@Zoorik1]

What about display? Is it ok? I think resolution isn't good for this size (only 195ppi). Thanks

[@Pridetoons]

My Doogee T30 has a Helio G99 too. It was $200. 😁

[@RetroBreezeYT]

Oh, nice! How is the Doogee? They seem to have a few interesting products in their lineup!

[@Pridetoons]

@@RetroBreezeYT They're alright, I got a heart for them just like Anbernic. 😁

[@priscaberry687]

Does it have the pen magnetic features

[@goatseyechannel7713]

Yes and palm rejection too, just that the magnetic pen and maguc keyboard not included

[@shahidgulsring1043]

Does it has palm rejection?

[@RetroBreezeYT]

Yep, with the official pen!

[@tony1522]

Refresh rete 60hz?

[@RetroBreezeYT]

Yes

[@edmondgonzales2424]

Is this upgradable to android 14?

[@RetroBreezeYT]

Of course not right now, and I doubt it ever will be officially. Usually these alternative brands don't do major updates. Who knows though!

[@mrmmrm2]

is screan 60hz ?

[@RetroBreezeYT]

Yes

[@MegaDuane09]

How many Hz does this run at?

[@RetroBreezeYT]

60

[@javybeaz3236]

Will it work on xbox game pass

[@RetroBreezeYT]

Yep! You can install and play gamepass no problem!

[@romeojrpatos2691]

Graphics about codm?

[@RetroBreezeYT]

Medium worked 99% perfect, or low with full antialiasing was 100% perfect

[@lucianfenrir3666]

only 60 refresh rate?

[@RetroBreezeYT]

Yep 60

[@a.m1150]

It is okay for 60hz?

[@majdzaazou2146]

60hz or 120hz?

[@RetroBreezeYT]

60hz on this one

[@Rhino11111]

What doesn’t it play ? For context

[@DelChavez-ju4dj]

I want to buy that Tab 18

[@RetroBreezeYT]

Still loving mine and using it every day!

[@TechDweeb]

It doesn't play it ALL! Can't play Cyberpunk on it. Fake title. Fake video. Fake KZbinr. But I'll still click thumbs up because you showed Ravensword Shadowlands. A month of my life is a blur because of that game.

[@RetroBreezeYT]

Shut up, nerd!