165 Hz Refresh Rate — 4 Tablets Compared

Decision table

165 Hz Refresh Rate: which one for what?

The 4 models on this page are scored only against each other, for the use you pick. Scores come from the spec sheets; no price and no advertising go in.

What will you use it for? Films & Video Students Battery Life Thin & Light

Leads for Films & Video: HONOR MagicPad 478%

Leads for Students: HONOR MagicPad 360%

Leads for Battery Life: HONOR MagicPad 372%

Leads for Thin & Light: Xiaomi Pad Mini72%

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HONOR MagicPad 3Honor
13.3" · Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 · 12450 mAh
75% 60% 72% 50%
Why it ranks here
- Editorial tag: Films & Video
- 1000 nits peak brightness
- 165Hz display
Why it ranks here
- 12450 mAh battery — top of the pool
Why it ranks here
- Editorial tag: Battery Life
- 12450 mAh battery — top of the pool
How long does the battery last?
Why it ranks here
Nothing stands out for this use; the score comes from overall balance.
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HONOR MagicPad 4Honor
12.3" · Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 · 10100 mAh
78% 53% 53% 57%
Why it ranks here
- Editorial tag: Films & Video
- 2400 nits peak brightness
- 165Hz display
Why it ranks here
Nothing stands out for this use; the score comes from overall balance.
Why it ranks here
Nothing stands out for this use; the score comes from overall balance.
How long does the battery last?
Why it ranks here
- 450 grams
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HONOR Pad 20 ProHonor
12.1" · Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 · 10100 mAh
68% 53% 53% 53%
Why it ranks here
- Editorial tag: Films & Video
- 165Hz display
Why it ranks here
Nothing stands out for this use; the score comes from overall balance.
Why it ranks here
Nothing stands out for this use; the score comes from overall balance.
How long does the battery last?
Why it ranks here
Nothing stands out for this use; the score comes from overall balance.
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Xiaomi Pad MiniXiaomi
8.8" · Dimensity 9400+ · Yes
68% 60% 50% 72%
Why it ranks here
- Editorial tag: Films & Video
- 165Hz display
Why it ranks here
- Stylus support: Var
Why it ranks here
Nothing stands out for this use; the score comes from overall balance.
How long does the battery last?
Why it ranks here
- Editorial tag: Thin & Light
- 326 grams