Two-in-one tablets are taking over the markets. The idea of having one product serve as both a tablet and a laptop is to save money, enhance portability and increase convenience. With so many out there competing, it can be difficult to narrow down your search. Well, you needn’t search much longer.
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This list is the result of a tremendous amount of thorough research. In order to provide quality, accurate and unbiased reviews, both consumer and expert opinions are considered when coming to conclusions. This list focuses on hybrid tablets rather than hybrid laptops, so only detachable keyboard options have been considered.
Overall Price Range
On average, a quality 2-in-1 tablet will roughly around $2000 with accessories included. This list includes budget tablets as well as high end tablets.
Top 10 2-in-1 Tablets
In order to simplify your search, here are the best 2-in-1 tablets to choose from.
- Processor: Intel Core i5 Processor.
- Memory: 4GB RAM.
- Storage Capacity: 128GB SSD.
- Display: 12.3-inch PixelSense Screen.
- Operating System: Windows 10 Pro.
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This Microsoft tablet takes the crown. It has more affordable options to suit your performance desires and stellar performance. Disappointingly, the Surface pen is no longer a part of the package as it was in previous models.
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- Full-size island-style backlit keyboard with numeric keypad, HP Digital Pen in natural silver included.
- 15.6-inch diagonal FHD IPS Bright View micro-edge WLED-backlit touchscreen (1920 x 1080)
- 8th Generation Intel Dual-Core i3-8130U base clock 2.2GHz, turbo to 3.4GHz.
- 4 GB DDR4-2400 SDRAM and 16GB Intel Octane memory, total 20GB memory.
- Intel 802.11b/g/n/ac (2x2) Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.2 Combo (MU-MIMO supported)
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This is a worthy Microsoft adversary. An upgrade to HP’s G1 model, it outperforms its predecessor in speed and reliability but underperforms in battery life.
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- Full-size island-style backlit keyboard with numeric keypad, HP Digital Pen in natural silver included.
- 15.6-inch diagonal FHD IPS Bright View micro-edge WLED-backlit touchscreen (1920 x 1080)
- 8th Generation Intel Dual-Core i3-8130U base clock 2.2GHz, turbo to 3.4GHz.
- 4 GB DDR4-2400 SDRAM and 16GB Intel Octane memory, total 20GB memory.
- Intel 802.11b/g/n/ac (2x2) Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.2 Combo (MU-MIMO supported)
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This is a worthy Microsoft adversary. An upgrade to HP’s G1 model, it outperforms its predecessor in speed and reliability but underperforms in battery life.
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- 6th Generation Intel Core i5-6200U Processor 2.3GHz (Up to 2.8GHz)
- 12" QHD Touchscreen (2160 x 1440), Intel HD Graphics 520
- 8GB LPDDR3 Memory, 256GB SSD, No Optical Drive
- USB 3.1 (Type-C) port
- Windows 10 Home, Up to 8-hours Battery Life
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The Acer Switch can be considered the budget Surface Pro. It performs well for what it costs. It does come with a lot of bloatware, however, meaning it has unwanted manufacturer software that takes up disk space.
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- Confidently take on your workday with our durable and highly High reliability HP ZBook 15 that has gone through 120,000 hours of testing and is backed by a 3-year onsite limited warranty.
- Designed for demanding workloads, our HP ZBook 15 is engineered with the latest Intel Xeon processors, 3D graphics, storage, and more.
- Made for the most demanding workloads, the HP ZBook 15 is used by NASA to help push the boundaries of science and discovery on the International Space Station.
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The Zbook is a splurge 2-in-1 for creatives. It’s pricey, but it’s more than a tablet; it’s an entire workstation designed for those who want more of a creative touch.
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- Microsoft Surface Book 2 Features a 8th generation Intel Quad Core i7 Processor, 512 GB of storage, 16 GB RAM, and up to 17 hours of video playback
- Enhanced Graphics performance with NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 discrete GPU w/6GB GDDR5 Graphics Memory
- The fastest Surface Book yet, with 4x more power
- Vibrant PixelSense Display: now available with a new 15" touchscreen. Weight : Starting at 4.2 pounds including keyboard
- Four versatile modes of use and new USB-C port
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Out of all tablets on this list, the Surface Book 2 is the one that feels the most like a laptop rather than a tablet. It also has the longest battery life of all the tablets that were reviewed. For those who want more of a laptop and less of a tablet, this will be your top choice.
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- 12" Display, Resolution : 2160 x 1440, Super AMOLED Technology
- Windows 10 Home, 256GB Storage, 8GB RAM
- 7th Gen Intel Core i5-7200 processor.
- Wi-Fi : 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 2.4G+5GHz, VHT80 MIMO, USB Type-C (3.1), Bluetooth v4.1
- Battery Type 5070mAh, Video Play Time Up to 11 hours
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It comes with a keyboard and stylus, which is always a plus. It sports a high battery capacity and a great display. However, for what it costs, the design isn’t as great as expected.
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- Get reliable performance from the Intel Core m7-6Y75 processor 1.2GHz (Burst up to 3.1GHz) 4MG Cache
- 8GB 1866MHz LPDDR3 (on-board) memory, with a microSD card slot that supports up to 64GB, 256GB M.2 Solid State Drive
- Enjoy a 12” Screen with Portable Entertainment with a Stunning Display: Whether for work or leisure, the high resolution 2K (2160 x 1440) display features widescreen IPS technology and an integrated, adjustable kickstand for viewing from any angle. With the integrated speakers and Dolby surround sound technology, the X1 Tablet is perfect for watching videos.
- ThinkPad Keyboard Perfection: The X1 Tablet features the detachable keyboard with the legendary ThinkPad design. The built-in TrackPoint and trackpad replicates the feel of our award-winning keyboard that's been perfected over more than 20 years.
- With the detachable keyboard snapped into place, the X1 Tablet is only 1.1 kg / 2.4 lbs.
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The Lenovo X1 has one of the best keyboards in the game. It has several different port options to suit your needs. It’s geared towards professionals, but the overall performance is uninspiring for the price tag.
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The new HP Envy X2 boasts up to 22 hours of battery life with weeks of standby time. It also supports 4G LTE data to use on-the-go. It sports the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 processor, which you can usually find on high-end smartphones. While the idea is great, the transition into a tablet isn’t quite as smooth as they probably were expecting. Also, with Snapdragon, several Windows 10 apps won’t work yet, though they are constantly updating that list over time.
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- This Certified Refurbished product is tested and certified to look and work like new. The refurbishing process includes functionality testing, basic cleaning, inspection, and repackaging. The product ships with all relevant accessories, a minimum 90-day warranty, and may arrive in a generic box. Only select sellers who maintain a high performance bar may offer Certified Refurbished products on Amazon.com
- Intel Core i5-7300U 2.6GHz (up to 3.5GHz, 3M Cache) Processor
- 8GB DDR3 SDRAM - 256GB M.2 Solid State Drive
- 12.3" FHD Touchscreen Display (1920 x 1280) with Microphone/Camera + Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Connectivity
- No Keyboard | Microsoft Windows 10 Professional (64-Bit)
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A great laptop replacement from dell for basic computing. However, the more high-end options are very expensive.
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- High res 10 inch PixelSense: Display designed to be viewed, touched, and written on
- Lightest surface yet, starting at 1.15 pounds. Touch: 10 point multi touch
- All day battery life, with upto 9 hours of unplugged power. Ambient light sensor
- Runs Windows 10 Home in S Mode, streamlined for security and superior performance
- Includes multi tasking USB C, fast charging surface connect, and headphone jack. Use it in Laptop, Tablet or Studio Mode
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Though it attempts to be a smaller, cheaper Surface Pro, it doesn’t quite live up to expectations. However, it’s a solid, affordable tablet for basic computing and browsing.
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| Display Size: 12.3 inches Screen Resolution: 2736 x 1824 Internal Memory: 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB RAM: 4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB Cameras: Front: 5 MP, Rear: 8 MP Weight: Tab: 1.7 lb w/ KB: 2.38 lb Dimensions (inches): 11.5 x 7.9 x 0.33 Battery: 5940 mAh Release Date: Junee 2017 | |
| Display Size: 12.3 inches Screen Resolution: 2736 x 1824 Internal Memory: 128 GB, 256 GB RAM: 4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB Cameras: Front: 5 MP, Rear: 8 MP Weight: Tab: 1.77 lb w/ KB: 2.55 lb Dimensions (inches): 11.8 x 8.4 x 0.3 Battery: 6104 mAh Release Date: July 2017 | |
| Display Size: 12 inches Screen Resolution: 2160 x 1440 Internal Memory: 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB RAM: 4 GB, 8 GB Cameras: Front: 1 MP, Rear: 3 MP Weight: Tab: 2.01 lb w/ KB: 2.82 lb Dimensions (inches): 11.5 x 7.93 x 0.62 Battery: 4870 mAh Release Date: April 2016 | |
| Display Size: 14 inches Screen Resolution: 3840 x 2160 Internal Memory: 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB RAM: 2 GB, 8 GB Cameras: Front: 1 MP, Rear: 3 MP Weight: Tab: 3.64 lb w/ KB: 4.78 lb Dimensions (inches): 14.35 x 8.94 x 0.57 Battery: 4000 mAh Release Date: March 2018 | |
| Display Size: 13.5 inches Screen Resolution: 3000 x 2000 Internal Memory: 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB RAM: 8 GB, 16 GB Cameras: Front: 5 MP, Rear: 8 MP Weight: Tab: 1.59 lb w/ KB: 3.62 lb Dimensions (inches): 12.3 x 9.14 x 0.51 Battery: 8270 mAh Release Date: Nov. 2017 | |
| Display Size: 12 inches Screen Resolution: 2160 x 1440 Internal Memory: 128 GB RAM: 4 GB Cameras: Front: 5 MP, Rear: 13 MP Weight: Tab: 1.66 lb w/ KB: 2.6 lb Dimensions (inches): 11.47 x 7.87 x 0.29 Battery: 5070 mAh Release Date: Feb. 2017 | |
| Display Size: 12 inches Screen Resolution: 3000 x 2000 Internal Memory: 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB RAM: 8 GB, 16GB Cameras: Front: 2 MP, Rear: 8 MP Weight: Tab: 1.96 lb w/ KB: 2.78 lb Dimensions (inches): 11.96 x 8.88 x 0.35 Battery: 4951 mAh Release Date: January 2018 | |
No products found. No products found. | Display Size: 12.3 inches Screen Resolution: 1920 x 1280 Internal Memory: 128 GB, 256 GB RAM: 4 GB, 8 GB Cameras: Front: 5 MP, Rear: 13 MP Weight: Tab: 1.55 lb w/ KB: 2.65 lb Dimensions (inches): 11.93 x 8.12 x 0.66 Battery: 6400 mAh Release Date: May 2018 | No products found. |
| Display Size: 12.3 inches Screen Resolution: 1920 x 1280 Internal Memory: 128 GB, 256 GB RAM: 4 GB, 8 GB Cameras: Front: 3 MP, Rear: 5 MP Weight: Tab: 1.89 lb w/ KB: 2.56 lb Dimensions (inches): 11.5 x 8.22 x 0.38 Battery: 4200 mAh Release Date: March 2018 | |
| Display Size: 10 inches Screen Resolution: 1800 x 1200 Internal Memory: 128 GB RAM: 8 GB Cameras: Front: 5 MP, Rear: 8 MP Weight: Tab: 1.89 lb w/ KB: 2.56 lb Dimensions (inches): 9.9 x 6.9 x 0.33 Battery: 3411 mAh Release Date: August 2018 |
The Verdict
Microsoft has been at the lead of the pack with 2-in-1 tablets for many years with their Surface series, and the Surface Pro doesn’t disappoint. For the best overall choice, the Microsoft Surface wins. However, the HP Elite X2 1012 G2 is an excellent choice as well. The professional design of the Elite X2 is sure to appeal to those in the business world. It feels luxurious to the touch and performs incredibly well but with a slightly disappointing battery. Nevertheless, it is an excellent overall choice for its stunning display, port availability and the fact that it comes with a keyboard and stylus. It performs just slightly less than the Surface Pro with matching features, but it is thinner in design. If you’re shopping on a budget, the Acer Switch Alpha 12 or the Microsoft Surface Go will be your best choices.
