Battle of the Android Giants: Lenovo Tab Extreme vs OnePlus Pad Pro vs Xiaomi Pad 6 Max (2025)

In the world of premium Android tablets, three supersized contenders have emerged to challenge even the iPad Pro and Galaxy Tabs. Lenovo’s Tab Extreme, OnePlus’s Pad “Pro” (the latest OnePlus Pad 3 globally), and Xiaomi’s Pad 6 Max 14 all pack laptop-sized screens, powerful hardware, and a promise of productivity. Each aims to be the ultimatework-and-play device. In this report, we compare their technical specifications, performance benchmarks, software and ecosystem features, display and audio quality, battery life, accessory support, gaming prowess, and productivity potential. We’ll also touch on pricing and availability across the US, Europe, and Asia, and preview upcoming rivals (new iPads, Galaxy Tabs, etc.) that could shake up the tablet scene. Let’s see which mega-tablet reigns supreme in 2025.

Specs at a Glance

Before diving deep, here’s a quick overview of the core specifications of each device:

• Lenovo Tab Extreme – 14.5″ OLED (3000×1876) 120Hz, MediaTek Dimensity 9000 SoC, 12GB RAM, 256GB storage (+microSD), Android 13 (3 OS upgrades promised), 12,300 mAh battery (68W charging), 8 JBL speakers, includes Precision Pen 3 stylus and keyboard dock 9to5google.com 9to5google.com. Launch price ~$949 in the US (about £999 in UK) gizmochina.com.
• OnePlus Pad Pro (Pad 3) – 13.2″ LCD (3392×2400) 144Hz, Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC, 12–16GB RAM, 256–512GB storage, OxygenOS 15 (Android 15), 12,140 mAh battery (~67–80W fast charging), 8-speaker system (4 woofers + 4 tweeters), supports OnePlus Stylo 2 pen and magnetic keyboard (sold separately) theverge.com theverge.com. Launch price ~$649–699 in US (from £529/€599 in UK/EU for base model) tomsguide.com.
• Xiaomi Pad 6 Max 14 – 14.0″ IPS LCD (2880×1800) 120Hz, Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC, 8–16GB RAM, 256GB–1TB storage, MIUI 14/HyperOS (Android 13, upgradable), 10,000 mAh battery (67W charging, 33W reverse wireless charge), 8 speakers (Dolby Atmos), supports Xiaomi Smart Pen 2 and keyboard (accessories optional) notebookcheck.net gizchina.com. China launch price CNY 3,799 (≈$520) gizchina.com; not officially released globally (import ~$650+).

Each tablet is huge in size and ambition – now let’s compare them category by category.

Design & Display Quality

Screen and Build: All three tablets boast expansive displays well above 13 inches, but differ in technology. Lenovo goes for a 14.5-inch OLED panel with a sharp 3K resolution (3000×1876, ~244 ppi) and 120Hz refresh rate psref.lenovo.com. This OLED screen produces inky blacks and vibrant colors (Dolby Vision and HDR10+ supported) – reviewers call it “a screen to die for” androidheadlines.com. In contrast, Xiaomi’s Pad 6 Max uses a 14.0-inch IPS LCD (1800×2880, ~242 ppi) at 120Hz. While it can’t match OLED’s contrast, it’s a 10-bit panel with Dolby Vision HDR support and gets quite bright (up to 600 nits) smartprix.com gizchina.com. Xiaomi calibrated it for productivity and multitasking, even allowing up to 4 apps on-screen at once with MIUI’s interface gizchina.com. The OnePlus Pad 3 splits the difference in size – a 13.2-inch LCD (3392×2400, ~266 ppi) with the fastest refresh here at 144Hz for extra fluidity theverge.com. It’s a sharper panel than the original OnePlus Pad and “makes movies and shows look more vibrant,” according to The Verge theverge.com. Impressively, the Pad 3’s screen can hit 900 nits peak brightness, usable even outdoors theverge.com– on paper the brightest of the trio.

All three have modern slim-bezel designs in aluminum bodies. The Tab Extreme is remarkably thin at only 5.85 mm smartprix.com, despite housing dual USB-C ports and a large battery. Its design features a distinctive horizontal camera bar which doubles as a magnetic charging strip for the pen 9to5google.com. The OnePlus Pad 3 has a similarly sleek aluminum frame, now flatter and slimmer than its predecessor, though it weighs 675g theverge.com. Reviewers note it’s heavier than even Apple’s 13″ iPad Pro and can be “too cumbersome to hold comfortably for long reading or viewing sessions” theverge.com – a trade-off for that larger battery and speakers. The Xiaomi Pad 6 Max, at 750g and 6.5 mm thick, is the heftiest of the bunch smartprix.com smartprix.com. It truly feels like a “XXL tablet” notebookcheck.net – essentially a 14-inch ultrabook screen without the keyboard. While heavy in hand, Xiaomi’s tablet looks and feels premium with a high-quality build notebookcheck.net. In short, Lenovo and Xiaomi deliver giant nearly 14-inch displays (OLED vs LCD), whereas OnePlus offers a slightly smaller but ultra-smooth 144Hz LCD. All are impressive for media, but Lenovo’s OLED wins on contrast and Xiaomi’s IPS on sheer size/brightness, with OnePlus striking a balance.

Audio: Big screens are paired with big sound. Each tablet is equipped with a surround speaker array. Lenovo’s Tab Extreme has eight JBL-tuned speakers (4 speakers on each end in landscape) that produce robust stereo and Dolby Atmos output 9to5google.com. Xiaomi likewise integrated 8 speakers with Dolby Atmos, which reviewers praise as an “attractive audio system” that truly surrounds you in sound notebookcheck.net gizchina.com. OnePlus upgraded the Pad 3 with 8 speakers as well (up from 4 in the last gen) – arranged as 4 woofers + 4 tweeters for a wider frequency range theverge.com. The Verge found the Pad 3’s new system “even louder, delivering a more immersive audio experience for YouTube, games, and streaming” theverge.com. In summary, all three tablets deliver excellent, loud audio suited to their giant screens, with support for spatial sound standards. You won’t find a 3.5mm jack on these premium slates, but the built-in speakers are among the best on any tablets.

Performance & Benchmarks

Under the hood, each device takes a different path to high performance. Lenovo Tab Extreme is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9000 – a 4nm chip with 1×3.05 GHz Cortex-X2 core and Mali-G710 GPU. While this was a flagship-class SoC in 2022, by 2023/2024 it’s more of an upper-midrange performer. In fact, 9to5Google notes the Dimensity 9000 “doesn’t quite have the performance of some tablets of similar size,” though it “handles itself pretty well” for everyday tasks 9to5google.com. The Tab Extreme’s 12GB RAM helps multitasking, and Lenovo’s software optimizations seem to pay off. One reviewer observed the tablet was buttery smooth in general use – Lenovo “optimized the software for the chip” so that even heavy multitasking and swapping between games and Chrome tabs was seamless androidheadlines.com androidheadlines.com. Benchmarks, however, show the Tab Extreme lagging behind newer Qualcomm chips. Notably, NotebookCheck found the Lenovo Tab Extreme scored lower in many tests than the Xiaomi Pad 6 Max, despite the Lenovo being “considerably more expensive” notebookcheck.net.

The Xiaomi Pad 6 Max 14 runs on Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, a late-2022 high-end chip (octa-core up to 3.2 GHz, Adreno 730 GPU). This SoC outclasses the Dimensity in GPU performance and thermal efficiency. In fact, the Pad 6 Max can perform similarly to Samsung’s Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra (Snapdragon 8 Gen 2) under load, thanks to good cooling and consistent power delivery notebookcheck.net. In sustained workloads, Xiaomi’s large chassis likely helps avoid throttling. Long runtimes and consistent performance were highlighted as pros notebookcheck.net. So while 8+ Gen1 isn’t Qualcomm’s newest, it has “enough reserves to provide smooth everyday use” and even edge out the Tab Extreme in benchmarks notebookcheck.net. With up to 16GB RAM and 1TB UFS 3.1 storage on tap notebookcheck.net notebookcheck.net, the Pad 6 Max is no slouch for demanding apps and big files.

Finally, OnePlus’s Pad “Pro” (Pad 3) takes the performance crown with the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (branded “Snapdragon 8 Elite” in some leaks tomsguide.com). This chipset (octa-core up to ~3.3 GHz, Adreno 750 GPU) is among the fastest mobile processors of 2024/2025. OnePlus pairs it with 12GB or 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM and speedy UFS 4.0 storage (256/512GB) tomsguide.com tomsguide.com. As a result, the Pad 3 feels “snappy and more than sufficient for most users” theverge.com. Day-to-day usage won’t challenge this chip – it breezes through multitasking and media. OnePlus actually markets the Pad 3 Pro as gaming-oriented, and it’s one of the first tablets with Gen 3, giving it an edge in GPU-heavy tasks tomsguide.com. While we don’t have head-to-head benchmark figures published yet, it’s safe to say the OnePlus Pad Pro would score highest (Snapdragon 8 Gen3 can top ~1.3 million in AnTuTu v10, vs ~1.1M for SD8+G1 and ~0.9M for Dimensity 9000 in earlier versions kimovil.com kimovil.com). In real use, that means extra headroom for the most demanding games or multitasking scenarios. The OnePlus also supports a 144Hz refresh, which the GPU handles easily for ultra-smooth UI and gaming visuals.

In summary, Xiaomi’s Pad 6 Max and OnePlus Pad Pro offer flagship-class performance, while Lenovo’s Tab Extreme is powerful but a step behind on silicon. OnePlus leads with the newest chip, Xiaomi close behind but excelling in sustained performance, and Lenovo delivering smooth performance in everyday use but not aimed at “extreme” gaming or heavy pro apps. As 9to5Google put it, the Tab Extreme’s SoC “can be somewhat limiting” for heavy-duty apps, but is fine for streaming, sketching, and light work 9to5google.com. If raw performance and future-proofing are priorities, OnePlus (and Xiaomi to a degree) have the upper hand.

Software Features and Ecosystem Integration

Each tablet runs Android but with different manufacturer skins and unique features, especially geared towards large-screen productivity and ecosystem integration.

Lenovo Tab Extreme: Ships with a lightly customized Android 13 (Lenovo’s ZUI 15 interface) and is promised 3 major OS updates (up to Android 16) along with 4 years of security patches psref.lenovo.com. Lenovo’s UI is close to stock Android in many ways, which can be good for simplicity. Reviewers found it “pleasant to use” and not a burdensome skin 9to5google.com. Notably, Lenovo has added a “Entertainment Space” (a Google-backed hub aggregating streaming content) on the left-most home screen – effectively a tablet-optimized Google TV-style content launcher 9to5google.com. For multitasking, the Tab Extreme supports split-screen and floating windows; certain apps even allow four-way split screen (two side-by-side and perhaps additional insets) 9to5google.com. With such a large display, having two apps side by side feels like “two smaller tablets” in use 9to5google.com. Lenovo also stands out with hardware integration: the Tab Extreme’s second USB-C port supports DisplayPort input, meaning you can actually use the tablet as an external monitor for a laptop or phone 9to5google.com. This creative feature turns the Tab Extreme into a portable 14.5″ second screen – something unique in this trio and great for Lenovo’s “work and play” ethos. On the flip side, ecosystem-wise Lenovo doesn’t have the same phone integration features as OnePlus or the polished desktop mode of Samsung. It’s largely an Android tablet experience, enhanced by big screen optimizations and a few Lenovo apps/utilities for pen, etc. Still, as Android Headlines noted, Lenovo’s software “performs like a work tablet” and is geared for getting things done with minimal fuss androidheadlines.com.

OnePlus Pad Pro (Pad 3): Runs OxygenOS 15, which is based on the latest Android 15 and represents OnePlus’s most advanced tablet software yet theverge.com. OnePlus significantly improved the software features in Pad 3 to inch closer to Samsung and Apple theverge.com. Perhaps most notably, OnePlus has introduced unprecedented cross-platform integration with Apple devices. The Pad 3 supports screen mirroring and file sharing with Macs and iPhones, and even a Mac/PC Remote Control feature that lets you mirror your computer’s screen on the tablet and control it with keyboard/mouse input theverge.com theverge.com. This is “a rarity in the Android world” – The Verge found it appealing for mixed ecosystems, effectively letting the Pad 3 act as a secondary display or remote desktop for a MacBook theverge.com theverge.com. (It’s not perfect – it requires Wi-Fi and has some input lag, so not ideal for video calls or graphics work theverge.com – but it’s very useful for multitasking and quick file access.) In addition, the Pad 3 integrates with OnePlus (and Oppo) phones via Multi-screen Connect and Content Sync features oneplus.com. You can mirror your phone screen on the tablet, drag-and-drop files, sync notifications, and even get O+ Connect for iPhone to enable sharing with Apple devices wifihifi.com. The Pad 3 also debuts new AI features: Google’s Gemini AI Assistant is baked in (accessible via a dedicated keyboard key), there’s a “Circle to Search” gesture for on-screen searches, and smart tools for text polishing or voice note transcription in OxygenOS theverge.com theverge.com. Multitasking on the Pad 3 is handled by the Open Canvas system OnePlus introduced earlier – you can have up to three apps split-screen or floating, and stack floating windows. This, combined with the large screen and keyboard, brings the Pad 3 closer to a laptop replacement, though OnePlus still lacks a true desktop mode like Samsung DeX. OnePlus’s update policy for Pad 3 is also commendable: 3 Android version updates and 6 years of security patches (an improvement over Pad 2’s policy) theverge.com. Overall, OnePlus provides the most feature-rich ecosystem experience here – bridging Android and even Apple’s world – but it’s still refining productivity aspects.

Xiaomi Pad 6 Max: Runs MIUI 14 for Pad out of the box (Android 13 base), with an update path to Xiaomi’s new HyperOS/Android 14 in the works en.wikipedia.org en.wikipedia.org. Xiaomi’s interface is designed for productivity and multi-window use on a large display. As mentioned, it supports up to 4 apps simultaneously on-screen in split/floating arrangements gizchina.com – taking good advantage of the 14″ real estate. Xiaomi has an extensive ecosystem (smartphones, laptops, smart home, etc.), and the Pad 6 Max can integrate with that via features like Xiaomi Cross-Device (for instance, Xiaomi phones and tablets can share clipboards, notifications, or act as second displays for Xiaomi laptops via “MIUI+”). However, since the Pad 6 Max didn’t get a global MIUI version, Western users who import it will find some limitations: out of the box there’s no Google Mobile Services (Play Store) until you install them manually notebookcheck.net, and only Chinese/English language options initially notebookcheck.net. These are typical for import devices and easily mitigated (Google apps can be sideloaded and the tablet does have Widevine L1 for HD streaming notebookcheck.net). One notable omission on Xiaomi’s software/hardware: no GPS or cellular option on the Pad 6 Max notebookcheck.net. It’s Wi-Fi only and lacks location services, which may matter if you use maps or location-based apps on your tablet. In terms of ecosystem, Xiaomi’s tablet can connect with a Xiaomi phone for things like notification sync and Xiaomi’s own cloud services, but it’s not as tightly integrated into PC workflows as OnePlus or as simple as Lenovo’s stock-ish Android. Still, MIUI offers plenty of handy features (floating video window, quick notes, stylus tools, etc.), and Xiaomi’s focus was clearly on productivity optimizations: the large screen is said to be calibrated for document editing and the Smart Pen 2 can even act as a laser pointer in presentations gizchina.com. Xiaomi’s HyperOS update (rolling out late 2023) aims to unify its ecosystem further, so Pad 6 Max should gain even more cross-device functionality (similar to how Oppo/OnePlus integrated with PCs).

In summary, OnePlus Pad Pro provides the richest cross-device features (even playing nice with Macs and iPhones) and a very up-to-date OS, making it appealing for tech enthusiasts and multi-device users theverge.com. Lenovo keeps things simple and close to stock, with a few useful additions like Entertainment Space and an external monitor mode – great for straightforward productivity. Xiaomi’s software is highly capable for multitasking and media, but as an import device it requires a bit of setup for Google services and lacks some Western ecosystem support out of the box notebookcheck.net. All three will run any Android app you need, but their ecosystem integration varies from Lenovo’s minimalism to OnePlus’s Apple-friendly approach.

Stylus and Keyboard Support

A key part of productivity on these tablets is the availability of active stylus pens and keyboard attachments, effectively turning them into 2-in-1 devices for note-taking and typing.

• Lenovo Tab Extreme: Supports the Lenovo Precision Pen 3 (stylus) and a custom magnetic keyboard dock, both of which are included in the box in many regions 9to5google.com. This is a notable value-add – at a $949–1000 price, Lenovo bundles the keyboard and pen, whereas competitors often sell them separately. The Precision Pen 3 magnetically charges on that rear camera bar, has 4,096 pressure levels, tilt detection, and supports both Lenovo’s and Microsoft’s pen protocols psref.lenovo.com. Reviewers found the pen accurate and perfectly fine for sketching or note-taking, though “a little light” in hand 9to5google.com. The keyboard is a full-size magnetic folio keyboardthat attaches via pogo pins and props the tablet up like a laptop. It offers two viewing angles and surprisingly sturdy hinges 9to5google.com. Typing feel on Lenovo’s keyboard is reported as “comfortable” and “perfectly adequate for remote work” 9to5google.com. Another neat accessory Lenovo includes is a stick-on kickstand that can attach to the back for use without the keyboard – the review noted the strong magnets and convenient design 9to5google.com. Overall, Lenovo’s approach is to give you the complete kit for productivity in one package. The Tab Extreme with its keyboard and pen really can function like a laptop alternative for typing, with Android’s limitations being the main bottleneck rather than hardware.
• OnePlus Pad Pro (Pad 3): Supports the OnePlus Stylo 2 pen and the new OnePlus Magnetic Keyboard (Pad 3 Smart Keyboard), but these are sold separately. The Stylo 2 is unchanged from the previous generation – it magnetically clips to the tablet for storage/charging and offers low latency writing. It’s a handy stylus for annotations or drawing, though not significantly different from other USI or Pencil-like styluses. The keyboard, however, saw a big upgrade in Pad 3: the Pad 3 Smart Keyboard now has larger keys and a built-in trackpad theverge.com theverge.com. Essentially, OnePlus turned it into a laptop-style keyboard case, complete with an NFC receiver (for quick phone pairing or file sharing) and a dedicated key to launch the AI Assistant theverge.com. This keyboard connects via pogo pins but can also work over Bluetooth when detached, allowing some flexibility (e.g. you can prop the tablet up and type with the keyboard on your lap separately) theverge.com. The Pad 3’s keyboard is expensive – $199 in the US, £199/€199 in Europe – and the Stylo pen is about $50 theverge.com. Early reviews praise the improved typing experience on the OnePlus keyboard, but note a few drawbacks: the trackpad, while spacious, can be glitchy, making text selection difficult and sometimes triggering unwanted gestures theverge.com. Also, since the keyboard relies on a folio kickstand design, it’s stable on a desk but “feels unstable on your lap,” much like other tablet keyboards theverge.com. On the bright side, the keys themselves are good, and features like the Bluetooth detachment and shortcut keys add to productivity. With the keyboard and pen, the OnePlus Pad 3 nearly behaves like a laptop – but remember OnePlus’s own admission: it’s “still not great for serious productivity” due to software limits theverge.com. Nonetheless, for emails, documents, and light work, the combo works well. (OnePlus also offers a cheaper Folio Case without keyboard for ~$49, just for protection/stand.)
• Xiaomi Pad 6 Max: Supports the Xiaomi Smart Pen (2nd Gen) and a dedicated keyboard case, both optional purchases. The Xiaomi Smart Pen 2 is similar in concept to the Apple Pencil: it magnetically attaches to the side and charges wirelessly. Xiaomi touts a super-low 5ms latency for this pen, making writing feel “paper-like,” and the stylus can serve as a remote (e.g. a laser pointer mode for presentations, or a camera shutter) gizchina.com. It’s perfect for note-taking, drawing, or annotating on that large screen. The Xiaomi Pad 6 Max keyboard is a full-size keyboard cover that also clips on magnetically. Xiaomi even sells an add-on kickstand that can be used to prop the tablet at various angles (useful because a 14″ tablet is a bit unwieldy without a stand) gizchina.com. With the keyboard attached, the Pad 6 Max essentially becomes a laptop-size device – Xiaomi’s promo images show it in a workstation setup, emphasizing work usage gizchina.com. Typing experience is reportedly decent (similar to the Pad 6 Pro’s keyboard). Since the Pad 6 Max is mostly limited to the Chinese market, the availability/pricing of these accessories may vary. In China, the keyboard was around CNY 799 ($110) and the Smart Pen about CNY 449 ($60). Unfortunately, since Xiaomi didn’t launch this globally, getting the official keyboard or pen outside China means importing them as well. There are likely third-party Bluetooth keyboards or universal styluses, but to get full functionality (pressure sensitivity, shortcuts) you’ll want Xiaomi’s own. If you do get them, the Pad 6 Max can definitely boost your productivity – the large screen and MIUI’s 4-app multitasking make it a productivity champ, and the optional stand+keyboard can turn it into a mini desktop of sorts gizchina.com.

Overall, Lenovo wins on convenience by bundling the pen and keyboard – you’re ready to write and type out-of-the-box 9to5google.com. OnePlus offers arguably the most advanced keyboard (with trackpad and shortcuts), but at a high extra cost theverge.com. Xiaomi’s accessories, if acquired, round out the Pad 6 Max as a formidable productivity device (and Xiaomi’s stylus latency is among the best) gizchina.com, though lack of official global support is a caveat. All three pens support pressure and tilt for creative work, and all keyboards leverage the tablet form to enable laptop-like use. Just keep in mind that, as The Verge quips about the OnePlus Pad, even the best tablet keyboard can’t completely overcome the limitations that keep these from being “true laptop replacements or productivity powerhouses” – but for light productivity, they get the job done theverge.com.

Gaming and Multimedia Performance

These big tablets are made for entertainment as much as work. Streaming movies or music, casual gaming, and even high-end mobile gaming are well within their capabilities, with some differences.

Lenovo Tab Extreme: With its gorgeous 3K OLED display and loud 8-speaker setup, the Tab Extreme excels as a media consumption device. Reviewers rave about the experience of watching shows and movies on the 14.5″ OLED – it’s immersive and vibrant, arguably the best display of the three for pure video watching (thanks to OLED’s infinite contrast and Dolby Vision) androidheadlines.com. Lenovo even includes features like an advanced front camera with auto-framing (13MP ultrawide that can pan/zoom to keep you in view during video calls, akin to Apple’s Center Stage) 9to5google.com. For gaming, despite having the “least” powerful chip here, the Tab Extreme holds its own surprisingly well. Android Headlines tested titles ranging from lightweight games up to Genshin Impact, and found the Tab Extreme could run even the most graphically intensive games smoothly (albeit not always at a sustained 60fps) androidheadlines.com androidheadlines.com. “This tablet handles [Genshin] without much issue… extremely smooth even with graphics at highest,” the reviewer noted, estimating well over 30fps during heavy battles androidheadlines.com androidheadlines.com. For less demanding games – your PUBG Mobile, Asphalt, etc. – the Dimensity 9000 and 120Hz screen deliver a great experience. In short, Lenovo’s tablet can “crush most of the games you’ll throw at it” and didn’t exhibit hiccups or throttling in short play sessions androidheadlines.com androidheadlines.com. The limiting factor may be its Android 13 game support and maybe the Mali GPU’s upper limits, but unless you’re chasing the highest benchmark numbers, it’s a fine gaming tablet. Plus, its big battery means you can have lengthy gaming sessions (though that gorgeous OLED will use power – more on battery in a moment). One neat bonus: the Tab Extreme’s second USB-C (DP-in) port could even let you connect a console or another device’s video feed into the tablet’s screen, effectively letting it act as a monitor for a Nintendo Switch or similar via HDMI-to-USB-C adapter.

OnePlus Pad Pro (Pad 3): OnePlus explicitly targets the gaming and multimedia crowd – Digital Chat Station (a known leaker) said the Pad 3 Pro is “oriented towards gaming and e-sports” tomsguide.com. The Snapdragon 8 Gen3 inside it is currently one of the fastest mobile chips for gaming, capable of running the latest titles at high settings and frame rates. Coupled with the 144Hz display, the Pad 3 can exceed 60fps in games that support high refresh rates. OnePlus also has HyperBoost gaming optimizations in OxygenOS, and the tablet’s eight speakers provide immersive audio for games and movies theverge.com. The Pad 3’s LCD is bright and color-rich, so visuals pop (though blacks won’t be as deep as Lenovo’s OLED). In testing, The Verge noted smooth performance in games like Asphalt and no issues catching up on videos, crediting the 144Hz refresh for making everything feel fluid theverge.com theverge.com. With 16GB RAM in the top model, multitasking (say, playing a game while streaming music and chatting) is no problem. OnePlus also benefits from its large battery – meaning you can comfortably marathon through a series or long gaming sessions. And when you need a break, OxygenOS has features like Reading Mode and Dolby Vision/HDR support for Netflix, etc., making it a well-rounded media machine. Overall, for hardcore Android gaming, the OnePlus Pad Pro is arguably the best choice here due to its cutting-edge SoC and 144Hz screen. It’s practically an Android gaming tablet in disguise, ready for everything from Genshin Impact to Fortnite (should Fortnite return to Android fully). The only caveat is thermals: in a slim 6.5mm body, sustained extreme gaming could warm it up, but OnePlus likely tuned the cooling (the metal body helps dissipate heat). There aren’t widespread reports of throttling, so it seems to handle load well.

Xiaomi Pad 6 Max: A media and gaming powerhouse in its own right, thanks to that huge 14″ display and the capable Snapdragon 8+ Gen1. While its LCD is limited to 120Hz, that’s still great for most content. Xiaomi supports Dolby Vision and HDR10 on the Pad 6 Max, so streaming video looks excellent gizchina.com. The sheer size of the screen makes it a portable movie theater – 62% more screen area than an 11″ tablet gizchina.com. Xiaomi’s 8-speaker system with Dolby Atmos also enhances the experience, creating a surround effect that’s “next level” for gaming and movies gizchina.com. In gaming, the Pad 6 Max can run anything you throw at it. NotebookCheck’s review noted that despite not having “Qualcomm’s most current high-end SoC,” the device’s performance was smooth in everyday use and even under heavy load it kept up with the pricier Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra notebookcheck.net. This implies games run very well and the device likely doesn’t throttle quickly. The Adreno 730 GPU can push high graphics (it’s the same GPU in the Snapdragon 8 Gen1 series, which is known to handle games like PUBG at HDR graphics or Genshin at medium-high smoothly). Also, Xiaomi’s MIUI has a Game Turbo mode which optimizes performance and allows in-game toolkits (for screenshots, temperature monitoring, etc.). The Pad 6 Max’s only drawback for gaming might be its slightly lower peak performance than the OnePlus (since 8+ Gen1 < 8 Gen3). But it compensates with consistent performance – even after longer play, it maintains stable frame rates notebookcheck.net. And that 15+ hour battery endurance (in video tests) notebookcheck.net suggests you can game or binge-watch for hours. One Reddit user quipped that the Pad 6 Max is “just a large media player at this point” reddit.com – highlighting that while Android apps may not fully utilize the big screen, it’s fantastic for media consumption.

In summary, all three tablets shine for multimedia. The Lenovo’s OLED offers the best cinematic visuals (with good performance), the OnePlus delivers top-tier gaming performance and very smooth motion, and the Xiaomi’s giant screen and strong audio make it a media lover’s dream especially for long sessions. As a small example, NotebookCheck noted that even Apple’s iPad Pro 12.9 can’t keep up with the Pad 6 Max’s battery runtime in video playback notebookcheck.net – so for a cross-platform perspective, these Android giants can outlast and nearly match the media experience of their Apple and Samsung counterparts (with the benefit of bigger screens or more features for the price). If your priority is gaming, lean towards the OnePlus Pad Pro; if it’s watching movies in the best quality, Lenovo’s OLED Tab Extreme is hard to beat; if it’s a mix of both with marathon longevity, Xiaomi’s Pad 6 Max is very tempting (if you can get one).

Battery Life and Charging

Big tablets need big batteries, and thankfully each delivers in this area, though with some differences in longevity.

• Lenovo Tab Extreme: Packs a 12,300 mAh Li-Po battery – one of the largest ever in an Android tablet. Lenovo advertises up to 12 hours of online video playback on a charge psref.lenovo.com. Real-world use finds it good but not miraculous. Android Headlines found the Tab Extreme’s battery life “pretty average” – about 5–6 hours of screen-on time in a day with ~70% screen brightness and a mix of work and play androidheadlines.com. That’s enough to get through a work day if you’re mostly using it for tasks, but heavy continuous use (gaming or extended movie watching at high brightness) will drain it by evening. On lighter use or standby, it fares better: 9to5Google reported that the tablet can last “days into weeks” on idle, and “off and on” moderate use stretched to two daysbefore needing a charge 9to5google.com. The truth likely lies in usage patterns – the OLED screen is power-hungry at full blast, so keep brightness moderate for longer life. Charging: Lenovo includes a 68W fast charger in the box, which is excellent. It juices the tablet from 0 to 100% in just about ~1 hour androidheadlines.com 9to5google.com. Even a quick 10-15 minute top-up adds several hours of use. This fast charging is very handy given the large capacity. Notably, the Tab Extreme’s USB-C ports also support reverse charging (you could use the tablet to charge your phone or accessories) 9to5google.com, and one port is USB 3.2 Gen1 so it can fast-charge and output display simultaneously. Overall, the Tab Extreme’s battery should satisfy most – it’s not the longest-lasting of the bunch, but it’s decent given the huge OLED and thin design, and the super-fast charging mitigates any anxiety about the battery not lasting a full day.
• OnePlus Pad Pro (Pad 3): OnePlus slightly increased battery size over the first-gen Pad. The Pad 3 carries a 12,140 mAh battery (nominal), which OnePlus calls a “10,000-level” large battery – essentially on par with Lenovo’s capacity. OnePlus devices are known for battery optimization, and indeed the original OnePlus Pad was a battery champ (~15 hours web browsing in tests). The Pad 3 seems to continue that. The Verge’s reviewer noted only a 15% drop after a couple hours of multitasking use (two apps and browser tabs) theverge.com, suggesting easily over a day of mixed use per charge. OnePlus claims 12+ hours video streaming, similar to Lenovo. In practice, you can expect a solid full day of heavy usage; lighter use might stretch to 2 days. Where OnePlus really shines is charging: the Pad 3 supports up to 67W or 80W SuperVOOC charging (regional variants differ, with 80W in some markets). OnePlus says 0–100% in 92 minutes, and testing showed ~20% charge in just 20 minutes theverge.com. That’s slightly slower than Lenovo’s peak, but still extremely fast for such a big battery. (For context, an iPad Pro takes 2.5+ hours to full charge at 30W). So the Pad 3 can almost give you a full day’s charge in well under 2 hours. It does not have wireless charging (Xiaomi is the only one with that, in reverse form). But it’s efficient: a quick 10-minute top-up gives nearly 18% battery tomsguide.com, which could be ~2 hours of use – great if you’re about to head out. In short, OnePlus Pad Pro’s battery life is excellent and its charging speed among the best in class. OnePlus also has some battery health features (like intelligent charging overnight to preserve battery health, though specifics on Pad 3 are unclear).
• Xiaomi Pad 6 Max 14: Despite the largest screen, Xiaomi managed with a slightly smaller battery at 10,000 mAhflat. Yet, Xiaomi’s optimizations and the LCD’s slightly lower power usage give it impressive endurance. In a standardized test (150 nits looping video), the Pad 6 Max lasted about 15 hours notebookcheck.net – beating many competitors (NotebookCheck even noted that “even an iPad Pro 12.9 can’t keep up” with its runtime) notebookcheck.net. Xiaomi advertises “up to two days of regular use” per charge from this battery gizchina.com, which might be a tad optimistic for heavy users but plausible for light users. Users have reported that the Pad 6 Max easily handles a full day of streaming, web, and some gaming with battery to spare. Part of this is thanks to the efficient Snapdragon 8+ Gen1 and Xiaomi’s MIUI power management. Charging:Xiaomi provides a 67W Turbo Charge adapter in the box. It’s claimed to charge 0–50% in just 30 minutes, and 0–100% in 68 minutes gizchina.com. This is on par with Lenovo’s fast charge, and indeed very quick for 10,000 mAh. Uniquely, the Pad 6 Max supports 33W reverse wireless charging – you can place your phone or earbuds on the tablet and juice them up wirelessly! gizchina.com This effectively lets the Pad act as a big wireless charging pad/powerbank. It’s a rare feature in tablets (most don’t have any wireless charging). The tablet itself doesn’t have standard wireless charging (you can’t charge the tablet on a pad, only wired), but it can give power wirelessly. That underscores the Pad 6 Max’s huge battery as an asset for your other gadgets too. The caveat for Xiaomi’s battery: since it’s an import-only device for many, make sure to use the proper charger; the Chinese charger supports 220V, but Xiaomi also often supports USB-PD. Using a compatible 67W PD charger should achieve similar speeds.

In summary, Xiaomi Pad 6 Max likely lasts the longest on a single charge (its efficient LCD and software stretch that 10,000 mAh far – long video binge sessions are a forte) notebookcheck.net. OnePlus Pad Pro is not far behind in real use and recharges extremely fast, keeping downtime minimal theverge.com theverge.com. Lenovo Tab Extreme has ample capacity but slightly shorter screen-on times, likely due to the OLED and perhaps less aggressive power management – still, it charges the fastest to 100% (~1 hour) which compensates 9to5google.com. All three will meet the all-day use case for most users, but if you need the absolute most endurance, Xiaomi might edge out. If you value quick top-ups, Lenovo and OnePlus are stellar. Notably, all include the fast chargers with the device (no need to buy a separate “fast” charger, which is great given their price tags).

Pricing and Availability

These tablets span different price tiers and availability varies by region:

• Lenovo Tab Extreme: Positioned as a premium flagship Android tablet, its launch price was $949.99 in the USand £999 in the UK (for the 12GB/256GB Wi-Fi model with keyboard and pen) gizmochina.com. In Europe it retailed around €1299 (though street prices may have dipped). In India, it was listed at a sky-high ₹96,990 smartprix.com, reflecting import status (Lenovo did not widely release it in India). The Tab Extreme first became available in early 2023 (announced at CES 2023). It is available in North America and Europe through Lenovo’s website and retailers (like Best Buy, Currys, etc.). Stock can be limited – Lenovo produced this as a halo device. There is a 5G/LTE cellular model in some regions, but primarily it’s sold as Wi-Fi only. Given it includes ~$200+ of accessories, the price is steep but somewhat justified. As of mid-2025, you might find occasional discounts (e.g. $899 in the US or £899 in UK during sales), but it remains a ~$900-$1000 device. It comes in a single Storm Grey color. Availability: US, UK, EU – yes; Asia – limited (China has a variant but Lenovo focused more on western markets for this model).
• OnePlus Pad Pro (Pad 3): OnePlus confusingly named the Chinese model “Pad Pro” and the global model “Pad 3”, but they are essentially the same high-end tablet. It launched in June 2025 globally. Pricing starts at $649.99 in the US for the base 12GB+256GB model (OnePlus’ official site even had it at $649 with some bundles) oneplus.com. The higher configuration 16GB+512GB is $699.99 in the US tomsguide.com. In Europe, the Pad 3 is €599 for 12/256 and €699 for 16/512 theverge.com. In the UK, £529 and £599 respectively tomsguide.com mobilemandan.co.uk. These prices notably do not include the keyboard or stylus – those are add-ons (£199/€199 for keyboard, £99/€99 for pen in UK/EU, often discounted in bundles). OnePlus has been selling the Pad 3 directly and through partners like Amazon, but availability is mainly Europe, India, and North America. The original OnePlus Pad (2023) was not sold in the US, but the Pad 3 is launching in the US(OnePlus has a US store page for it). In India and other Asian markets, the OnePlus Pad 3 is expected too, likely at aggressive pricing (the first gen was around ₹37,999 in India; the Pad 3 might be higher given upgrades). OnePlus tends to do online-first sales via its website and partners. Given the hardware (Snapdragon 8 Gen3, etc.), the Pad 3 undercuts similarly specced rivals by a good margin – for example, Samsung’s Tab S9 series at similar RAM/storage is several hundred dollars more. OnePlus is clearly aiming to offer value (though it’s pricier than the first-gen Pad which was $479). Availability: broad – NA, Europe, India, and parts of Asia (where OnePlus has presence). It comes in a single color (Storm Blue / silver-ish finish).
• Xiaomi Pad 6 Max 14: Unfortunately for international buyers, Xiaomi kept this China-only (for now). It launched in August 2023 in China at CNY 3,799 for the base 8GB+256GB (about $520) gizchina.com. Other Chinese prices: CNY 3999 for 12+256, CNY 4399 for 12+512, and CNY 4999 for the max 16GB+1TB version (~$685). These are excellent prices for the hardware – roughly half the cost of a Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra, as NotebookCheck highlighted notebookcheck.net notebookcheck.net. However, no official global release has happened, and Xiaomi has indicated none is planned (they likely view it as a China-market productivity device). That means if you’re outside China, you’d be buying via importers like TradingShenzhen, Giztop, etc. Import pricing lands around $650–$750 depending on config (e.g. the 8+256GB can be found ~$670 notebookcheck.net). Europe doesn’t have an official MSRP, but some retailers list it around €600–€650 for base. In India, Xiaomi didn’t release the Pad 6 Pro or Max at all (only Pad 6 basic). So, availability in Asia-Pacific beyond China is limited to gray markets. Buying an import means potential warranty limitations and the need to manually set up Google services, as mentioned. Despite that, tech enthusiasts have been importing it because it’s arguably the best bang for buck for a big-screen tablet. It’s an attractive alternative “for half the price” of Samsung/Lenovo flagships notebookcheck.net, if you’re willing to deal with the Chinese ROM. There are community guides and a growing userbase (with custom ROMs likely in future). Availability: officially China (and possibly Hong Kong); via import to US/EU/India (check local import rules). If Xiaomi sees huge demand, they might reconsider a global launch under a different name, but as of 2025 it remains region-locked.

To summarize pricing: Lenovo Tab Extreme is the most expensive (hovering ~$1000 but includes accessories) gizmochina.com. OnePlus Pad Pro (Pad 3) is mid-priced (around $650–700 base, but add ~$250 if you want keyboard+pen) tomsguide.com theverge.com. Xiaomi Pad 6 Max is theoretically the cheapest (as low as ~$520 in China for the same storage, though imports raise it closer to $600+) gizchina.com. In major markets: US buyers can get Lenovo and OnePlus officially, but not Xiaomi. Europeans can get all three (Lenovo/OnePlus officially, Xiaomi via import fairly easily). Asian markets vary – China has Xiaomi (and Lenovo via import ironically), India has OnePlus (soon) and maybe Lenovo in limited quantities, etc. If budget is a concern and you’re tech-savvy, Xiaomi offers tremendous value (you get a 14″, SD8+Gen1, 16GB RAM option for under what Lenovo charges for 12GB). If you want no hassle and local warranty, OnePlus or Lenovo are safer bets depending on price range. Also worth noting: Samsung’s Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra (14.6″) starts at $1,199.99 hothardware.com, and Apple’s 13-inch iPad Pro (2024) starts at $1,299 macrumors.com, so all these Android contenders undercut the big two on price.

Competing and Upcoming Tablets in 2025

The tablet market in 2025 is heating up. Aside from the three we compared, there are notable competitors and some highly anticipated upcoming models that could steal the spotlight:

• Apple iPad Pro (2024–2025 models): Apple’s iPad Pro 12.9 (now actually a 13-inch) is the benchmark for performance and app ecosystem. The latest 2024 iPad Pro refresh introduced Apple’s M4 chip (a laptop-grade processor) and a stunning OLED display (13-inch 2752×2064) – making it Apple’s thinnest, most advanced tablet macrumors.com macrumors.com. It starts at $1,299 for 13″ and can go way up with more storage macrumors.com. While much pricier than any Android tablet, it offers unrivaled chip performance (the M-series can handle professional video editing, 3D design, etc., far beyond mobile SoCs). It also has a refined keyboard (Magic Keyboard) and trackpad, a robust desktop-like OS (iPadOS now supports external monitors and advanced multitasking), and an unmatched library of optimized tablet apps (creative apps, Microsoft Office, Adobe suite, etc. with better functionality than Android versions). For someone willing to invest, the iPad Pro is a formidable productivity tablet that Android rivals are chasing. Apple is not sitting still either – by late 2025 or 2026, next-gen iPad Pros might feature even more powerful chips (M5?) and continue to be the premium option macrumors.com macrumors.com. That said, Apple’s prices (rumored $1500+ starting for future OLED models) forums.appleinsider.com are in a different league. The iPad Pro is the device Lenovo had in mind to challenge (Lenovo even cheekily calls the Tab Extreme “the iPad’s worst fears realized” in some marketing digitalcameraworld.com). If you need a tablet for heavy professional use, the iPad Pro still likely wins, but in pure media and light productivity, the gap has narrowed thanks to these Android offerings.
• Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra (and future S10): Samsung is the king of Android tablets traditionally. The Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra, launched in late 2023, is a 14.6″ AMOLED monster with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, up to 16GB RAM, and a design just as slim as Lenovo’s (plus it’s water-resistant IP68 – unique in tablets) hothardware.com creativebloq.com. It comes with the S Pen stylus included, and Samsung’s DeX mode provides one of the best desktop experiences on a tablet. The S9 Ultra’s display is even larger than Lenovo’s (a hair bigger) and is considered one of the best, and it also has dual front cameras and a polished software suite. Its downside is price: $1,199.99 for 256GB base model hothardware.com, and the official keyboard cover is a steep $350 extra hothardware.com. Still, the Tab S9 Ultra is arguably the direct competitor to the Lenovo and Xiaomi in the Android space – and NotebookCheck explicitly called the Xiaomi Pad 6 Max “an alternative to the Tab S9 Ultra for half the price” notebookcheck.net. Looking ahead, Samsung will likely release a Galaxy Tab S10 seriespossibly in 2025. Rumors aren’t concrete yet, but one can expect a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 or Gen 4, further improved displays (Samsung might even go for flexible OLED or Mini-LED), and more refinements. Samsung also has the Galaxy Tab S9+ (12.4″) and S9 (11″) which compete more with OnePlus Pad’s size. And for budget-conscious, Samsung introduced Galaxy Tab S9 FE models in late 2024 to offer large screens at lower cost (though lower specs). If you’re considering an Android tablet, Samsung’s lineup is the most mature with software – e.g., many apps optimize for Samsung’s tablets, and DeX mode is a big advantage for productivity (true windowed apps, taskbar, etc.). So, while Lenovo/OnePlus/Xiaomi have better hardware value, Samsung’s ecosystem (S Pen, Galaxy phone integration, DeX, update longevity of 5+ years) is a strong competitor.
• Google Pixel Tablet / Pixel Tablet 2: Google re-entered the tablet arena in 2023 with the Pixel Tablet, but it was a mid-range 11″ device (Tensor G2 chip, meant as a home hub with speaker dock). It’s not in the same performance tier as these flagship tablets. However, there are rumors Google might do a Pixel Tablet Pro eventually – none confirmed yet, but code commits have hinted at a larger-screen Google device. If Google ever releases a Pro tablet, it could come with a future Tensor chip and tightly integrated software – possibly a competitor in the 11-13″ range. As of 2025, though, Pixel Tablet is not competing at the high end (it’s more an iPad basic or Galaxy Tab S7 FE competitor).
• Other Chinese Brands (Oppo/Vivo/Huawei): Within China (and select markets), there are a few more flagship Android tablets. Oppo launched the Oppo Pad 2 (which was basically the same as the OnePlus Pad first-gen) and there have been leaks of an Oppo Pad 3 or Pad Pro possibly coming with high-end specs. If Oppo releases a Pad with Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, it would essentially be another variant of the OnePlus Pad Pro (since OnePlus and Oppo share R&D). Vivo/iQOO have also dabbled in tablets. Huawei continues to release MatePad Pros – the latest Huawei MatePad Pro 13.2 (2023) actually has a 13.2″ OLED display and a sleek design. It’s a powerhouse with a custom OS (HarmonyOS) and a high price tag. However, due to the lack of Google services, Huawei’s tablets aren’t mainstream outside China. Still, they show that 13–14″ tablets with OLED are a growing trend. Huawei’s MatePad Pro could be seen as a competitor to the Lenovo Tab Extreme in markets where Huawei operates (it even beat Apple to using a 13-inch OLED). But globally, its impact is limited by software constraints.
• Upcoming OnePlus/Oppo Tablets: As per Tom’s Guide, OnePlus is already looking ahead – a OnePlus Pad 3 Mini is rumored for 2026, aiming to challenge the iPad mini segment tomsguide.com. Also, a OnePlus Pad 4 (or Pad 3 Pro) might appear in late 2025 or 2026 with iterative upgrades (perhaps Snapdragon 8 Gen 4, etc.). Given OnePlus’s rapid iteration (Pad 2 came 2024, Pad 3 in 2025), they could keep pushing features (maybe an OLED screen next time, or even larger sizes).
• Microsoft Surface and Others: Though not Android, it’s worth mentioning productivity alternatives. The Surface Pro 9/10 (Windows 2-in-1) and upcoming Surface Neo (if it materializes) target the laptop-replacement crowd. They offer full desktop OS in a tablet form. For someone considering a tablet for productivity, a Surface Pro with Windows 11 and keyboard might be in the decision matrix. However, those are typically heavier and shorter battery due to Intel chips, and not the same kind of consumption device (they’re more laptop than tablet in usage).

In essence, the competition in late 2024 and 2025 includes Apple’s formidable (but pricey) iPad Pro line, Samsung’s polished Galaxy Tab S9 series (especially the Ultra model) and whatever Galaxy Tab S10 brings, as well as other Android OEMs possibly entering the fray (OnePlus itself has emerged as a strong player here). Each of the three tablets we compared will likely see successors: Lenovo might be planning a Tab Extreme 2 with even newer chips; OnePlus will refine its Pad series; Xiaomi could do a Pad 7 Max if the Pad 6 Max proved successful in China.

For now, the Lenovo Tab Extreme, OnePlus Pad Pro (Pad 3), and Xiaomi Pad 6 Max stand as three of the very best Android tablets available, with only Samsung’s and Apple’s offerings as clear high-end rivals. A tech reviewer from NotebookCheck even noted that the Xiaomi Pad 6 Max “offers a lot for its money” and if you want an XXL tablet under $1000, it’s “a really interesting alternative” notebookcheck.net – a sentiment that applies to these Android giants challenging the status quo of $1200+ premium tablets.

Conclusion

Choosing between the Lenovo Tab Extreme, OnePlus Pad Pro (Pad 3), and Xiaomi Pad 6 Max ultimately comes down to your priorities and region. All three are impressive, large-screen Android tablets that blur the line between tablet and laptop replacement, yet each has its own flavor:

• Lenovo Tab Extreme is the productivity workhorse with a stunning OLED display. It’s perfect for those who want a built-in PC-like setup – it comes with the keyboard and pen, and its display and audio make it fantastic for movies and creative work. Its near-stock Android is easy to use, and the dual USB-C ports (with monitor input/output) show Lenovo’s focus on versatility 9to5google.com. It is a bit heavy and the Dimensity chip, while smooth for most tasks, isn’t top of the line for extreme gaming or pro apps. But as 9to5Google put it, “on display and battery life alone, it has a lot going for it in the ‘excessive but welcome’ category”, making it one of the best Android tablets available right now 9to5google.com. At ~$1000, it directly challenges premium devices, and largely succeeds in delivering a luxury tablet experience.
• OnePlus Pad Pro (Pad 3) is the powerhouse and ecosystem bridge. It offers the fastest performance (a true beast for gaming and multitasking) and a high-refresh screen that’s a joy for both games and scrolling theverge.com. OnePlus’s OxygenOS 15 brings it closer to a PC-like environment, especially with the ability to mirror/control a Mac or seamlessly share with your phone theverge.com. This tablet is ideal for users who live in a mixed ecosystem or who want cutting-edge features – for example, someone with an iPhone but who prefers Android tablets might love the Pad 3’s Apple integrations. It’s also a great choice for those who value portable entertainment – “an excellent tablet for entertainment, and just okay for light productivity” as one reviewer summed up theverge.com. The main downsides are the extra cost for accessories and that it’s “still not great for serious productivity”compared to a laptop theverge.com. But at $649–699, it undercuts similarly specced rivals and delivers a very premium experience for the price. The Pad 3 shows OnePlus’s focus: speed, smoothness, and staying connected, which it does exceptionally well.
• Xiaomi Pad 6 Max 14 is the value titan and battery champ. If you can obtain one, you get a massive 14″ canvas that’s fantastic for media, multitasking, and even replacing a small TV. It may have an LCD, but it’s a quality one – 10-bit color, HDR, and plenty bright smartprix.com gizchina.com. Performance is rock solid (rivaling much pricier tablets) notebookcheck.net, and it runs cool and long thanks to an efficient chip and big battery. MIUI’s multitasking enhancements and Xiaomi’s stylus/keyboard make it genuinely productive for document work or digital art. And the price – half of what others charge – is its ace card notebookcheck.net. The drawbacks: it’s officially only in China, no Google services until you tinker, and no built-in cellular or GPS (so it’s truly meant as an at-home or in-office device) notebookcheck.net. For tech enthusiasts or those on a budget who want maximum screen for their buck, the Pad 6 Max is a no-brainer. As NotebookCheck concluded, if you want an XXL tablet but aren’t ready to spend $1k+, “the Xiaomi Pad 6 Max might be a really interesting alternative” notebookcheck.net. Just be prepared to import and self-support it.

In a broader sense, these tablets show that Android is catching up in the big-screen arena. Each shines in certain areas: Lenovo in display quality and all-in-one package, OnePlus in raw performance and connectivity, Xiaomi in size and value. None of them is outright better than the rest in all aspects; it’s about the right tool for the job.

Consider your use case: Are you primarily watching movies, web browsing, and doing light office work? All three will do well, but Lenovo’s OLED and speakers might edge out for movie lovers, while Xiaomi offers a similar cinematic experience for a lot less money notebookcheck.net. Do you need laptop-like productivity frequently? Lenovo’s included keyboard and Lenovo’s near-stock UI might offer the quickest out-of-box productivity, but OnePlus’s advanced features (trackpad, multi-device sync) can boost productivity if you invest in its accessories theverge.com. Is gaming a priority?OnePlus Pad Pro should be your pick – it’s literally geared for “gaming and e-sports” with that Snapdragon 8 Gen3 and 144Hz support tomsguide.com. Mixed ecosystem or heavy multitasker? OnePlus again, for its Mac/Windows integration and generous RAM. Tight budget but need a big screen? Xiaomi Pad 6 Max crushes it on value – you sacrifice little in capability for a much lower cost notebookcheck.net.

It’s an exciting time for tablet buyers. Android finally has credible “ultra-tablets” that can do justice to both entertainment and productivity. Whether you opt for Lenovo’s “extreme” approach, OnePlus’s polished power, or Xiaomi’s maxed-out slab, you’ll be getting a modern, capable slate that can genuinely complement or even substitute a laptop for many tasks. Just remember, even the best of these are tablet-first devices – great for flexibility, media, and casual work, but still finding their way for full desktop-class productivity. As one reviewer aptly put it: “few tablets are a true laptop replacement… but then again, few laptops are as fun as a tablet.” Each of these devices embodies that compromise in its own way, and whichever you choose, you’re in for a cutting-edge tablet experience backed by current tech and trends.

Sources: Lenovo, OnePlus, Xiaomi official specifications; 9to5Google review of Tab Extreme 9to5google.com; Android Headlines review of Tab Extreme androidheadlines.com androidheadlines.com; NotebookCheck review of Xiaomi Pad 6 Max notebookcheck.net notebookcheck.net; The Verge review of OnePlus Pad 3 theverge.com theverge.com; Tom’s Guide and Gizchina reports tomsguide.com gizchina.com; MacRumors and HotHardware on competitive devices macrumors.com hothardware.com. Each quote and statistic is linked to reputable sources for further reading.