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• CNET Editor rating:
  4.5 stars Spectacular

  Overall score: 9.0 (4.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 29 reviews

The Bottom Line: The latest iPad adds several tweaks and improvements to secure its position at the top of the tablet heap. It's better all around, but third-gen owners need not apply. Read review

Specs: 9.7 in, TFT active matrix - LED backlight - Yes, Apple iOS, Apple A6X, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, Bluetooth 4.0, 7.31 in x 0.37 in x 9.5 in, 1.44 lbs

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.3 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 59 reviews

The Bottom Line: If you want the full, polished Apple tablet experience in a smaller package, the iPad Mini is worth the premium price. Otherwise, good alternatives are available for less money. Read review

Specs: 7.9 in, TFT active matrix - LED backlight - Yes, Apple iOS, Apple A5, Bluetooth 4.0, 5.3 in x 0.28 in x 7.87 in, 0.68 lbs

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.7 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 18 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Asus Transformer Pad Infinity TF700 combines an already proven design with a better camera, a faster processor, and a beautiful screen. Read review

Specs: 10.1 in, TFT active matrix - LED backlight - Yes, Android 4.0, 1 GB, 1.5 GHz, NVIDIA Tegra 3, Bluetooth 2.1, Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n, 10.4 in x 0.3 in x 7.1 in, 21.1 oz

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.5 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 76 reviews

The Bottom Line: If you're an early adopter willing to forget everything you know about navigating a computer, the Surface tablet could replace your laptop. Everyone else: wait for more apps. Read review

Specs: 10.6 in, Color TFT active matrix - Yes, Microsoft Windows RT, 2 GB, NVIDIA Tegra 3, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, 9.3 mm, 10.8 in 6.8 in, 676 g

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.0 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 15 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 offers an excellent value and a full Android 4.0 experience that no other tablet can currently match for the price. Read review

Specs: 7 in Plane to Line Switching (PLS) - Yes, Android 4.0, 1 GB, 1 GHz, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11b, Bluetooth 3.0, IEEE 802.11g, 4.8 in x 0.4 in x 7.6 in, 12.1 oz

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.3 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 15 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 comes up short in performance, features, and value compared with competing tablets. Read review

Specs: 10.1 in, Plane to Line Switching (PLS) - Yes, Android 4.0, 1 GB, 1 GHz, IEEE 802.11n, Bluetooth 3.0, IrDA, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, 10.1 in x 0.4 in x 6.9 in, 20.5 oz

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.3 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 11 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 is the best Samsung tablet yet. If you can get over its somewhat high price, it's a sound Android tablet investment. Read review

Specs: 10.1 in, TFT active matrix - Yes, Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich, 2 GB, 1.4 GHz, Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n, 10.11 in x 0.35 in x 6.9 in, 1.29 lbs

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.0 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 117 reviews

The Bottom Line: The BlackBerry PlayBook ably showcases RIM's powerful new mobile operating system, but its middling size diminishes many of its best features. Read review

Specs: 7 in, TFT active matrix - Yes, BlackBerry Tablet OS, 1 GB, 1 GHz, Bluetooth 2.1 EDR, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b, 7.6 in x 0.4 in x 5.1 in, 15 oz

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.7 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 5.0 stars out of 3 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Asus Transformer Pad Infinity TF700 combines an already proven design with a better camera, a faster processor, and a beautiful screen. Read review

Specs: 10.1 in, TFT active matrix - LED backlight - Yes, Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich, 1 GB, NVIDIA Tegra 3 1.6 GHz, Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 2.1 EDR, 263 mm x 8.5 mm x 180.8 mm, 586 g

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

Specs: 7 in TFT active matrix - LED backlight - Yes, Android 4.0, 512 MB - LPDDR2 SDRAM, ARM Cortex-A9 1 GHz, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, Bluetooth 4.0, 4.8 in x 0.5 in x 7.6 in, 14.1 oz

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.7 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 2 reviews

The Bottom Line: Imagine a Nexus 7's innards expanded to a 10-inch tablet and you've got the Asus MeMo Pad Smart 10. Now ask yourself: why wouldn't you want something better? Read review

Specs: 10.1 in TFT active matrix - LED backlight - Yes, Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean), 1 GB, NVIDIA Tegra 3 1.2 GHz, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11b, Bluetooth 3.0, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, 9.3 in x 0.4 in x 7.1 in, 20.5 oz

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.7 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 13 reviews

The Bottom Line: Though it isn't as thin or as sturdy, the Asus Transformer Pad TF300 delivers Prime levels of performance at a more affordable price. Read review

Specs: 10.1 in, TFT active matrix - LED backlight - Yes, Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich, 1 GB, DDR3 SDRAM, NVidia Tegra 3 1.2 GHz, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11b, Bluetooth 3.0, IEEE 802.11g, 10.4 in x 0.4 in x 7.1 in, 22.4 oz

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.7 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 82 reviews

The Bottom Line: With a host of improvements--faster graphics, 4G wireless options, a better camera, and a gorgeous high-res screen--the latest iPad cements its position at the head of the tablet pack. Read review

Specs: 9.7 in TFT active matrix - LED backlight - Yes, Apple iOS 5, Apple A5X, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, Bluetooth 4.0, 7.3 in x 0.4 in x 9.5 in, 23 oz

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.0 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: With its vivid screen, sturdy build, and sleek user interface, the Asus Vivo Tab RT is an excellent tablet in its own right -- but it can't beat the innovative Microsoft Surface RT. Read review

Specs: 10.1 in, TFT active matrix - LED backlight - Yes, Microsoft Windows RT, 2 GB, NVidia Tegra 3, 1.3 GHz, Bluetooth 4.0, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11b, NFC, 10.3 in x 0.3 in x 6.7 in, 18.5 oz

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.0 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 23 reviews

The Bottom Line: The BlackBerry PlayBook ably showcases RIM's powerful new mobile operating system, but its middling size diminishes many of its best features. Read review

Specs: 7 in TFT active matrix - Yes, BlackBerry Tablet OS, 1 GB, 1 GHz, Bluetooth 2.1 EDR, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b, 7.6 in x 0.4 in x 5.1 in, 15 oz

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 63 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Asus Transformer Prime is the best full-featured Android tablet yet, with a sexy design, thoughtful features, and an impressive camera. Read review

Specs: 10.1 in TFT active matrix - LED backlight - Yes, Android 3.2 (Honeycomb), 1 GB - LPDDR2 SDRAM, NVIDIA Tegra 3, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11b, Bluetooth 2.1 EDR, IEEE 802.11g, 10.4 in x 0.3 in x 7.1 in, 1.3 lbs

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.0 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 72 reviews

The Bottom Line: Sleek, sexy, and light, the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 gets as close to the iPad 2 as any Android tablet before it. Read review

Specs: 10.1 in, TFT active matrix, Android 3.1 (Honeycomb), 1 GB, NVidia Tegra 2 1 GHz, IEEE 802.11n, Bluetooth 2.1 EDR, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, 6.71 in x 0.43 in x 9.69 in, 1.32 lbs

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.0 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 41 reviews

The Bottom Line: Sleek, sexy, and light, the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 gets as close to the iPad 2 as any Android tablet before it. Read review

Specs: 10.1 in, TFT active matrix, Android 3.1 (Honeycomb), 1 GB, NVidia Tegra 2 1 GHz, IEEE 802.11n, Bluetooth 2.1 EDR, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, 6.71 in x 0.43 in x 9.69 in, 1.32 lbs

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.9 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 4 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Xperia Tablet S has an excellent design, but there are cheaper alternatives that provide similar and better tablet experiences. Read review

Specs: 9.4 in, TFT active matrix - Yes, Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich, 1 GB, NVIDIA Tegra 3 1.4 GHz, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11b, Bluetooth 3.0, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, 6.9 in x 0.5 in x 9.5 in, 1.22 lbs

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.3 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 5 reviews

The Bottom Line: Despite having a decent price tag and zippy processor, the Lenovo IdeaTab A2109's screen is just too drab to consider. Read review

Specs: 9 in TFT active matrix - LED backlight - Yes, Android 4.0, 1 GB - DDR3L SDRAM, NVIDIA Tegra 3 1.2 GHz, IEEE 802.11n, Bluetooth 3.0, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, 6.5 in x 0.5 in x 9.3 in, 20.1 oz

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.0 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 13 reviews

The Bottom Line: The BlackBerry PlayBook ably showcases RIM's powerful new mobile operating system, but its middling size diminishes many of its best features. Read review

Specs: 7 in TFT active matrix - Yes, Blackberry OS, 1 GB, 1 GHz, Bluetooth 2.1 EDR, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b, 7.6 in x 0.4 in x 5.1 in, 15 oz

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.7 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 7 reviews

The Bottom Line: With a host of improvements--faster graphics, 4G wireless options, a better camera, and a gorgeous high-res screen--the latest iPad cements its position at the head of the tablet pack. Read review

Specs: 9.7 in TFT active matrix - LED backlight - Yes, Apple iOS 5, Apple A5X, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, Bluetooth 4.0, 7.3 in x 0.4 in x 9.5 in, 23 oz

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.3 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 86 reviews

The Bottom Line: Acer's Iconia Tab offers the features of the Motorola Xoom at iPad-beating prices but weighs in as the heftiest Android tablet yet. Read review

Specs: 10.1 in TFT active matrix - LED backlight - Yes, Android 3.0 Honeycomb, 1 GB, DDR2 SDRAM, 1 GHz, NVIDIA Tegra 250, IEEE 802.11n, Bluetooth 2.1 EDR, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, 10.2 in x 0.5 in x 7 in, 1.5 lbs

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.3 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: The iPad 2 refines an already excellent product. Its easy-to-use interface, vast app catalog, and marathon battery life bolster Apple's claim to being the king of tablets.
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Specs: 9.7 in TFT active matrix - LED backlight - Yes, Apple iOS 5, Apple A5 1 GHz, IEEE 802.11n, Bluetooth 2.1 EDR, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, 7.3 in x 0.4 in x 9.5 in, 21.4 oz

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.3 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 94 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Asus Eee Pad Transformer is a low-price, quality Android tablet with useful options. Read review

Specs: 10.1 in, TFT active matrix - LED backlight - Yes, Android 3.0 Honeycomb, 1 GB, DDR2 SDRAM, NVidia, Tegra 2 1 GHz, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11b, Bluetooth 2.1 EDR, IEEE 802.11g, 271 mm x 171 mm x 12.98 mm, 1.5 lbs