Lenovo P11 Pro 2021 Review (XiaoXin Pad Pro) Best Android Flagship Tablet For The Price?

[@Techtablets]

To confirm. Netflix is in FHD but no HDR. Amazon Prime Video SD! Amazon seems to run a whitelist for approved devices... 00:00 - Intro 00:57 - Unboxing 01:08 - Build, design & weight 02:14 - Fingerprint and face unlocking 02:22 - Design continued 03:08 - Keyboard and kickstand 04:46 - Total weight with keyboard 04:56 - 90hz 11.5" OLED 06:35 - Android 11 & ZUI 12.5 ROM Performance 08:44 - Bloatware 09:10 - Antutu, storage, and DRM 09:51 - Camera 2 API, Wifi speeds 10:20 - 3DMark wildfire 10:51 - Battery life and charge time 11:25 - KZbin playback & loudspeakers 12:08 - PDF files and eBooks 12:39 - Netflix, Disney+ and Amazon Prime Video 13:48 - Gaming Genshin Impact & PUBG 15:02 - Active stylus: Precision Pen 2 16:10 - Cameras video and stills 16:59 - Recap with Pros and Cons

[@fryl6082]

Hdmi out?

[@koya__kim]

Yeah Chris, you said it supports display out via type-c but it's not on the video :(

[@kelvinloo5839]

Thanks for the detailed review. I’ve also noticed that in Netflix video, there is always brightness adjustment or flickering. Only noticed it in Netflix.

[@kelvinloo5839]

It’s prominent when you adjust the brightness in the Netflix app. You will notice it when it is Low brightness.

[@somboi-en1qi]

can you give the tab to me sir 🥺

[@POULREYES]

Now before I was watching your previous video of XiaoXin with the 730 and when I looked for it on Aliexpress, a renewed version appeared and I had several doubts, by chance now a few hours later I come to KZbin and boom you uploaded a video on the subject. What synchronicity! I'm going to take this as a signal from the universe hahaha

[@mrmrigank7154]

Your reviews are always informational and trustworthy. And you always perform your checklist. I notice that other reviewers omit details on purpose.

[@SRC267]

Only con for me is no 3.5mm headphone Jack. Other than that one of the best tablets I've seen reviewed.

[@Techtablets]

Yes it is so far one of the best.

[@rianp1300]

Too bad android apps are still shitty on the tablet side. Hopefully with Windows 11 supporting Android apps more developers will work on making better Android apps.

[@Ghostv33]

It also doesn't have sim support So u can't use Internet on a non wifi zone :'(

[@jpkdesignz]

Don't forget the historically awful Android update policy by Lenovo and the Widevine issues for streaming.

[@HuntaKiller91]

wait for mipad5 then

[@3_pancakes767]

Thanks so much, you are the first person to finally let me know about the refresh rate of the display! Google was too busy telling me the gen 2 has 120hz to let me know what this one, the gen one was.

[@DangerousDevilOfficial]

@TechTablets, where did you get the music and what is it titled specifically @11:55? I enjoy that type of music.

[@jamesbullo]

Good to see more competition in the Android tablet space.

[@YounesLayachi]

Wow, I was not expecting this review !! Awesome surprise by Lenovo, can't wait to learn more about this tablet

[@YounesLayachi]

@Weenie Hut Jr's this isn't a problem at all. It happens everywhere even with cars. When the original OEM can't sell their products outside of China, or in a specific country, then they make a deal with another OEM who can sell it there.

[@macleenyt]

I was waiting for this video 🥺 nobody makes a video for this tablet in English, its frustrating, until now 😎

[@johnstorage3487]

I saw in some forums that some user experience Greyish display in low screen brightness? What’s your experience

[@hizkia06]

Finally .. after years of waiting.. i got the replacement for my galaxy tab s2

[@kenduejones]

Air 4

[@hizkia06]

@@kenduejones actually im considering air 4 now.. how did you read my mind though..

[@kenduejones]

@@hizkia06 I highly recommend the air 4,I love it! It's really perfect for anything!👍🏾😁

[@hizkia06]

@@kenduejones it's decided then.. air 4 is the answer.. hopefully it can fit in my smallbag so i can carry it around with me. thanks mate! cheers! 😁

[@sunriseshell]

On the Lenovo site it says 350 nits.I thought that sounded low. Glad you mentioned no GPS! I was about to get one on Ali Express to use with my drone.

[@NotSam532]

Looks really good. I hope you get a P11 Plus because that looks like a great tablet too. snapdragon 750g which is currently on sale in china for $300. I'm still tempted to go for the iplay 40 for a family member if the xiaomi mipad 5 doesnt come out soon enough

[@elbert5208]

Bump. Seconded this

[@MandoMTL]

That's a solid SoC for 300. Thanks for letting me know.

[@9944218731]

Please tell me the difference between global version and Chinese version

[@gregyance9901]

For the price/performance/quality , this tablet is truly the best offer out there

[@yairzawphyo1307]

Hi sir. Can you check DRM Info again on your lenovo Xioxin Pad 2021 ? Last 2 days, Neflix quality drop down to SD and when I check DRM Info it said Security Level L3 and Its widevine in Netflix showa L3.Why it happen suddently ?

[@yairzawphyo1307]

Hi please reply me

[@SevanDonikian]

This is because you're tablet is on a global Rom, you'll need to flash back to the Chinese Rom if you want L1 and OTA updates. Check XDA forums for instructions on how to flash it back.

[@MJReviews]

Ginshin Impact run at 60fps high setting?

[@MrMuhdyazid1143]

of course. Its SD870 chipset. Its performance is as good as the best android chipset currently. Dont get Samsung SD865+ as its quite bad for genshin impact.

[@filip1997andersson]

The snapdragon 870 is like a snapdragon 865+ in performance maybe a little better so yes it can do 60fps

[@MrMuhdyazid1143]

@@filip1997andersson geshin impact plays poorly in samsung tab s7. Alot of frame drop

[@MzwandileHarmans]

Seems nice. Love Pc mode, wish I had that on my iPad

[@fhailywalid]

as usual a quality review for an interesting product... Looks nice 🙂,Thanks you & be safe.

[@Techtablets]

Thanks, you too!

[@ibrahimsifri]

Do you think the mi pad 5 is worth the wait? And do you beleive the keyboard other language for the original p11 pro Will work with the pro?

[@Dragon-ex9tq]

when will it launch ?

[@ibrahimsifri]

@@Dragon-ex9tq second half of 2021 thats THE rumor

[@serhioromano]

You confuse me. At 0:12 you say Lenovo P11 pro and then you say that new one is Lenovo P11 pro. What is the difference?

[@Techtablets]

This is the Lenovo XiaoXin Pad Pro aka Lenovo P11 Pro. Same thing.

[@serhioromano]

@@Techtablets I get it. But at the beginning you say it is new one P11 pro better than old one P11 Pro. But I've investigated you are right. They both P11 PRO but one with 2021 postfix.

[@gregyance9901]

Thanks Chris , exactly the review I was waiting for , GREAT move from Lenovo

[@firisrozley5768]

This tablet would have been a great buy for me if as follows: - Lenovo really cares about software updates (at least upgradable to Android 12/13) - Bump that RAM spec to at least 8GB - Can connect to external monitor or TV via USB type C to HDMI cable

[@123Suryasis]

Lenovo's android update history is extremely poor and for some tablets, released with Android 9, they didn't even provide a single update. I'll be looking for last year's Galaxy Tab S6 or exchange offer in Tab S7+

[@sdqsdq6274]

@@123Suryasis worst the xiaomi then?

[@richardtrofimov2828]

It does support HDMI from Type C

[@ePuffer6]

Can confirm type c to monitor working, I have the tablet For the ram issue, disable auto clear background app for better multitasking experience The only downside is ZUI13 is still not a matured system

[@mrlaw711]

Lenovo always reneged on updates and patches. I bought a Tab 10 inch tablet and only received one (1) Android update from Lenovo in six years.

[@akis9252]

Waiting for Mi Pad 5, going for Samsung Tab S8 or Lenovo? Options.

[@ediesondelacruz4894]

Can you have comparison video for this xiaoxin pad pro vs samsung s7? Thank you.

[@Dragon-ex9tq]

i just comment on your previous xiaoxin video then i see you upload video 12 hours ago with title lenovo p11 pro 2021 , so excited

[@nortexoid]

This is gonna be my next bedroom tablet. AMOLED = always on alarm clock.

[@caquita402]

I would be more comfortable with an lcd if you need it on for so long, burn in is a REAL issue with amoled and im tored of people pretending its not. The only reason the always on thing started with amoleds was because of the small battery consumption, the screen will fall appart faster than lcd

[@RizalBoon]

@@caquita402 I have been using Mi 8 that has AMOLED for almost 3 years now and I have still not having the said burn issue. I love that phone and replaced the battery which should last me for another 2 years of use. Maybe the issue varies with each phone though.

[@Chris-zd2zi]

Yeah dont try using any OLED display for long lasting images. I got screen burn in on my oneplus 7 pro from the status bar and a huge block from my occasional reading.

[@MandoMTL]

@@RizalBoon AMOLED burn-in is real. I don't know what else to say but good for you.

[@erriezzanslounge1380]

if u buy an actual alarm clock it will be always forever an alarm clock.

[@RizalBoon]

Does the pen uses battery, or was it battery-free? This could be a perfect companion device for personal and work use for me

[@1243heng]

Built-in battery that need to be charged

[@RizalBoon]

@@1243heng I see. Thanks for the note

[@TeitokuGaming]

Hi, do you know how to change the timezone on the Chinese rom? I go into settings => general settings and try to change my time but no way to do it.

[@jeremyarroyo5893]

had they released this earlier, i would have bought this instead of an iPad.

[@Techtablets]

Oh well ipads are great still the best tablets around

[@Zero11s]

iPads have the M1 which is a much faster cpu and gpu

[@shizzywizzy6169]

@@Zero11s Don't the higher end snapdragon chipsets have the better GPUs? Idk it's been a while since I was shopping for tablets..

[@Zero11s]

@@shizzywizzy6169 no they don't, they are vastly inferior to Apple's M1

[@lcd284]

@@Zero11s absolutely no reason to average consumer consider that .. for now big 👍 Lenovo trying to promote android tablets, and with the specs and PRICE, they are made interesting device for those who prefer android OS.

[@shamhosein770]

Finally pulled the trigger to get this tablet. I already have a tab s7 but with the price of this I figure might as well pick it up. Excited to use this device. Getting it Wednesday.

[@shamhosein770]

@Atan I know but it's still not yet available to this day.

[@shamhosein770]

@DS cool I kept checking Giztop as that's where I order from and last I checked it wasn't available. I'll be looking out for it on the 11th

[@zouridis]

I don't know, I own the previous version of the xiaoxin pro and the screen looks really good. Can't really feel any issue with text readability.

[@jsoncabrera1396]

How about the software update?

[@xyndryx4995]

Hello, Im planning to buy the 2020 version because I think I do not need the extra power of the 2021 version, based on your experience, how's the 2020 version when it comes to power? Is it sufficient ?

[@zOOridis]

@@xyndryx4995 It's pretty good. I haven't tried gaming on the tablet but I believe it would be sufficient because anything else I 've tried it handles with ease.

[@7evolance]

oh wow, i was considering to get this since last month and when i have the money to buy, you reviewing it. Thanks. you got yourself a new subsriber.

[@Super80sMan]

Is it better to get the Global ROM or Original ROM for use in North America?

[@csyiphk]

Great video, considering Chris was making this video on the fly. Chris has done a great job to review the tablet's limited support with streaming services and its great gaming performance. I clicked the link at the descriptions, Giztop is showing the Pad Pro 2021 at $495. However, the last time I checked Sammy Tab S7 (11 inch) was selling at $530 at Amazon. (If memory serves me well...) Knowing the S870 chip is more or less a rebadge of S865, I find the grey market import lacks any appeal to those who have access to Galaxy Tab S7 at a reasonable price. The lost of DEX mode feature alone makes it hard to justify the tiny price difference. And the tricky Netflix/Amazon/Disney+ support situation simply puts me off too. Thank you Chris for the speedy coverage, you answered my puzzles in mind for the last few days when I was researching this tablet.

[@ov3rkill]

Agree. The software support alone from Samsung has a plus points. At the end of the day, it's really up to the consumer if they're going to shell out that money or stick with the lower priced tablet but next to none existing software updates.

[@robertgray703]

S7+ is £675 in the UK for the 128gb version and I've just got a p11 pro 2021 version for £275 so in the UK anyway for new the p11 is well worth the compromise

[@dbjungle]

Hi Chris, I just got this tablet. What pen do you have? EDIT: Nevermind, I see later in the review, I've watched this one like 4 times now. I thought it was the Precision Pen 2, but I'm not sure if the European one is the same as the Chinese one.

[@Techtablets]

Hi, yes the precision pen 2 is what you want.

[@Pradeep.Singh.d]

Wow the tablet looks really nice. 👍🏾 Great review.

[@kyleruzzelsuyu2688]

Haissst! I’ve been in love with your reviews especially in Lenovo Tab P11 Pro! Damn you have very detailed review, your points are well rounded and not biased! I’ve been wanting this tablet to use for my online class but because I can’t afford it I’ll just downloaded and keep watching your review about this hehe I hope I could also have one! Or you could just give that to me 😅😍👊👊💯kidding (praying for a Good Samaritan ) Nice review I’m a fan!

[@Techtablets]

Thanks for watching!

[@100krakens2]

Great, detailed, and honest review as always Chris! Hopefully the global version will have no issues with streaming services like Amazon and Netflix. No 3.5mm jack though-guess I'm going to stick with my Galaxy Tab S6 Lite for another couple years.

[@Techtablets]

I hope so too

[@kuwuniv]

I have widvine 3 not 1

[@WednesdayRaven]

Global ROM is L3 , no HD unfortunately for your netflix.

[@100krakens2]

@@WednesdayRaven Thanks a lot for the update. Shame on Lenovo for not adding L1 support to the global ROM :( Well this means I'm going to stick with my Galaxy Tab S6 Lite for at least a couple years more.

[@WednesdayRaven]

@@100krakens2 did I mentioned the OLED screen has some major issue too?

[@aspfan9067]

Hello. Is it the same pentile screen as the 2020 version? Has there been any improvement in sharpness?

[@ather450x3]

Thank you for the consistent content !

[@jackgrey7998]

Any other shops to buy from? Did you pay taxes for it ? And a little side question, is it better to buy this or the older version? i will probably use it for travelling and online streaming, such as netflix and amazon but I've read some comments about the HDR support which wont be available, do you thing it will be available in the future with some software update?

[@ali-ohm44]

Nice, new tablet review. Any new budget tablet to review next?

[@mrlaw711]

Excellent review. I couldn't find much, and Lenovo's website is always convoluted.

[@syazzyheisen4340]

Just bought xiaoxin pad pro 2020 sd730.. and this come out.. nevermind I'm satisfied with mine xd

[@lostlupical1880]

At least you all have options to buy Here in India only Samsung and Apple are the ones launching Tablets so we don't have many choices when buying one

[@rjid8924]

No, you not🤣

[@kevinzaw5290]

Is your one getting the android 11 update cuz im still waiting on mines

[@genshininsufficientrewards533]

Dont worry the sd 870 version isnt available globally i think

[@jeremybona7461]

I have question, what is the difference of the two 2020 & 2021 tab11 pro?

[@Sirg17x]

When does this version come to the states? I can only find the older P11 Pro with Qualcom 730 and the 60hz display.

[@Martin-vb1to]

Finally, thank you :) Edit: shieet no GPS was planing to use it as chart plotter on a boat.

[@kuwuniv]

I received mine with bootloader unlocked and widevine 3. any help to go back to official rom to get back widevine 1

[@master_echelon8548]

Do you get frequent updates with this tablet? And will this get Memory Extension like the Mi Pad 5 has?

[@beyondee]

are you gonna review the xiaoxin 14 pro ryzen 5800h?

[@Brunodelucasdev]

Whats choise better? Mi Pad 5 or Lenovo P11 2021

[@TheSconvolt]

good morning, but is it a reliable shop to buy? many reviews are negative

[@mazeman7220]

For anyone want to buy the xiaoxin pad Pro 2020 with 730G there is a lenovo xiaoxin pad plus with 750G chipset so choose wisely guys 😉

[@mazeman7220]

@DS that's long but good explanation 👍

[@jazzkai7913]

Hi, bought this few weeks ago, like you mentioned in the video the tablet does support widevine L1 but since yesterday I realised the widevine changed to L3. I did updated the tablet to latest zui version. May I know do you have this issue? Thanks.

[@shamhosein770]

Same with the mi pad 5 pro sucks. But a fix is coming

[@ov3rkill]

Is this the global or the china rom version?

[@kothanlwin5289]

Love your honest review ❤️

[@ubacow7109]

I can't tell if the display fluidity is better on the Mipad 5 pro or if this is passable. I really like the high refresh look generally.

[@ahblu3]

Thanks for the review Chris. Can you also review the non Pro version the Pad Plus 2021 with SD750? curious to know the difference/comparison, thanks!

[@ishtiaquehasan6567]

Hello, Chris . Between Xiaomi Pad 5 & this tab, which one has better speaker sound ? Thanks.

[@Techtablets]

I think this model does.

[@ishtiaquehasan6567]

@@Techtablets Thank you so much for the reply.

[@mdluk199]

If you install goodge play do you still get software updates? Will getting the Chinese version cause any other issues for use in the UK? Thanks!

[@harriskhan6787]

Was waiting for the review. Thank you 😊. Please do a update video after few days and updates

[@АлександраСавина-ч6ш]

Thank you for the high-quality and interesting review of the Lenovo Legion Y700 gaming tablet.

[@omarmaamouri]

such informative overall review 😊 Thanks.

[@fq8935]

Hi sir, does pc mode support regular google chrome? Like extensions?

[@kyleball13]

​@TechTablets any idea if this is getting updates today or android 12? debating between this one and gen 2 from you link. thanks!

[@Oscar-ke3oj]

Hello TechTablets. Thanks for this video. I have a question. Does this tablet have the DC Dimmung?

[@dani9211]

Has widevine L1? CN version or global version?

[@Techtablets]

Yes it does with the global ROM.

[@dani9211]

Thanks

[@almightycuba]

I added this tablet to my cart in giztop 2 weeks ago, but will not take the chance on it until I'll be certain Netflix works in FHD. Any insights on this matter? Am I right to assume that the Chinese ROM has a better chance in keeping L1 cert over the multi language one?

[@deepsirsat8076]

Price ?

[@The738james]

hi which brand of sd crad is better to be recognize by this tablet ? I heard some sd card is not eazy to be recognize by the tablet . thanks. waiting my tablet to be delivered.

[@lazarus479]

Well done Chris, great review!! Looks like the Lenovo's Xiaoxin Pad Pro 2021 is a winner!! The price to performance is hard to beat, the only issue seems to be lack of OS updates...Keep up the great work & stay safe.

[@lazarus479]

@DS that would be great & a huge surprise/bonus...but with Lenovo's track record I'd be happy if they updated the OS to Android 12. Even so this looks like a solid tablet & I'm more than likely getting one. 🍻

[@higuys447]

in terms of graphics quality, which has more sharper look, xiaomi pad 5 or lenovo p11 pro 2021?

[@elc4532]

Do you know how to get pop up notifications because I don't really see an option for it. Also some of my notifications aren't working for some reason.

[@3z2x1c6a]

Hey Chris, Thanks for the video if I am getting this and samsung galaxy tab s7 at same price. Which one should I choose and why? any insights?

[@LastZion]

Thanks for the review. Are you able to comment on their patch update situation? Does it get a monthly patch like Samsung? Just wondering if you know how long b4 they'll stop updating it? Thanks

[@mikele7982]

Now I know the JBL speakers are great when the audio output from the speakers of my 3-year-old laptop feels like a full stereo sound system. Lolz.... Btw, great review.

[@KingHouseClan]

Xiaomi pad 5 vs the lenovo p11 pro 2021 model? For normal daily use Netflix, KZbin and so. No hardcore gaming :) which should i go for?

[@ManojKumar-ti6dy]

I just want to know if the screen is better dhan ipad air 4 or samsung tab s7 , they fall in the same price category

[@Techtablets]

Similar screen. But I can tell you the Tab S7+ is better the S7 screen is a bit sharper being IPS but you miss out on the deep blacks

[@ManojKumar-ti6dy]

@@Techtablets thanks for the reply , you are awesome

[@Jason_P]

No GPS?? HUH??? Plus that OLED display doesn't help much if Netflix and other video apps are only in SD with no HDR. This was looking like a winner but those software issues are deal-breakers.

[@dhaneshtg8395]

I was planning to get this to watch netflix .. so u r saying not to get this in that case ?

[@fredwithers26]

No HDR? Deal breaker!

[@jakeabbang3561]

Which is much better the Xiaomi mi pad 5 pro lte or this Lenovo p11 pro 2022?

[@ezybreezy1063]

hello fine sir. great detailed full review as usual. thanks so much for that. just concern about the pen, is it magnetic can attched to the tab? or can be stored inside the cover? also i missed the info, what other stylus is compatible with the tab?

[@ChrisM243]

So already a new revision of the P11 Pro? I just got the former one some weeks ago.

[@HolicAAss]

Does it run HDR videos properly? you missed a whole lot of these in your video.

[@-AmirulNaim]

how will this compare to mi pad 5 pro? should i buy this instead?

[@tylerwhitney3443]

Any issues with warranties buying from China? Lenovo support it? This is like $300-400 on sale on Bangood I think Also, USB-C adapters/USB hub work to allow regular USB keyboard/mouse/headphones? I don't want to get hammered on accessories. I'm also curious if GeForce Now, Xcloud, Stadia work on this?

[@gorebish7950]

Finally the tablet gods have lined the universe and enabled the *tablet king* to review this beast of an android tablet. My favorite feature is the PC Mode, which I think is a must for all tablets. It just makes working on a tablet that much more efficient. I'll be waiting for another miracle at which Chris will review the pad plus next! 😂😂

[@suntzu1409]

PC Mode is anyways much much better than windows on arm

[@lakerol2876]

Actually I use android Yoga Book and want nothing else. It's just fast enough still, and the keyboard/screen is great. It's less flimsy than this and lighter also at

[@b1ackwollf]

no one asked

[@maksymcherniavskyi]

@@b1ackwollf F off, it's useful for others to read different pov when choosing a tablet, unlike your comment.

[@闇のコナン]

Thank you for the actual machine review. It was very helpful. I don't like IOS so I was wondering what to do with the next device of the M6 ​​turbo I'm using now, but I bought the Xiao Xin Pad Pro 2021 Chinese version. I was relieved because it seemed to move more smoothly than I expected. I'm looking forward to it.

[@Techtablets]

Glad it was helpful! It's very smooth and quick this one.

[@pabloezequielgomez7471]

Hi chris, the kickstand where do you find it? it looks great.

[@silver33]

Do you know how long the software will be updated? I really don't want to buy an iPad

[@LuboStoyanov]

Wow, really liked the audio :)

[@mquare37]

Pls sir does the productivity mode support Microsoft app like excel nd Microsoft office?

[@Marko-wm2gk]

Where is it shipped from? Do we need to pay import fees for EU?

[@mr.uzumaki5626]

Google play ready? Can u review budget pad plus one?

[@Techtablets]

Just need to install the latest Play store APK file.

[@joelarc]

Hello, I read in some places that some units have a kind of artifact on the screen when using with medium or minimum brightness, did this happen to yours?

[@Techtablets]

No I didn’t have to at issue at all

[@Norkid1]

I got this problem with mine. Where did you read about that?

[@najwaamin4903]

which in your opinion better alldocube iplay 40 or this?

[@israelmendoza5262]

Hello. Will you be reviewing mi pad 5? Thank you.

[@homersimpson8162]

Is the 2021 version worth the extra over the 2020 one?

[@mandoop3583]

Any idea on global launch date???

[@TheNightquaker]

Is ZUI supposed to be a MIUI copy? The UI elements, icons of built-in apps. Even the version of the ROM is 12.5, just like with MIUI, lol.

[@i_watch_everything]

Do you think they will release another version with simcard support?

[@Techtablets]

Yes later for China

[@nepaliman5716]

Nice review as always.