OnePlus Pad 4: A New Contender in the Tablet Market
OnePlus has launched the Pad 4, its latest tablet aimed at entertainment enthusiasts. Priced at Rs 39,999, the device features a 12.4-inch 3K display, quad speakers tuned by Dolby Atmos, and a massive 9510mAh battery that promises up to 12 hours of video playback. According to the company, the tablet is designed to be a portable cinema for users who consume content on the go.
Display: Bigger and Brighter
The OnePlus Pad 4 boasts a 12.4-inch LCD panel with a 3K resolution (3000x2120 pixels) and a 144Hz refresh rate. The screen offers 900 nits of peak brightness, making it usable even in direct sunlight. The 7:5 aspect ratio is ideal for reading and browsing, while the thin bezels give it a modern look. In our testing, colors were vibrant and viewing angles were wide, though the lack of OLED might disappoint some purists. However, for streaming movies and playing games, the display is more than adequate.
Performance and Software
Under the hood, the Pad 4 is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8350 chipset, paired with 8GB or 12GB of RAM. The tablet handles multitasking smoothly and runs demanding games like Genshin Impact at high settings without lag. It ships with Android 14 and OxygenOS 14, which offers a clean interface with useful multitasking features like split-screen and floating windows. OnePlus promises three major OS updates and four years of security patches.
Audio and Entertainment
The quad-speaker setup with Dolby Atmos support delivers immersive sound. The speakers are loud and clear, with decent bass for a tablet. Whether you are watching Netflix or listening to music, the audio experience is impressive. The tablet also supports Dolby Vision for HDR content, further enhancing the viewing experience.
Battery Life and Charging
The 9510mAh battery is a highlight. In our looped video test, the Pad 4 lasted 12 hours and 15 minutes, matching OnePlus's claims. It supports 67W SuperVOOC charging, which can charge the tablet from 0 to 100% in about 80 minutes. This makes it one of the fastest charging tablets in its segment.
Camera and Accessories
The tablet has a 13MP rear camera and an 8MP front camera. The cameras are adequate for video calls and document scanning but not for serious photography. OnePlus also offers the Stylo 2 stylus and a keyboard case as optional accessories. The stylus supports 4096 levels of pressure sensitivity and low latency, making it suitable for note-taking and sketching. The keyboard case has a trackpad and connects via pogo pins, turning the tablet into a laptop-like device.
Verdict
The OnePlus Pad 4 is an excellent entertainment tablet with a stellar display, great sound, and long battery life. It competes directly with the iPad (10th generation) and the Xiaomi Pad 6. While it lacks an OLED screen and water resistance, its performance and value for money make it a strong contender. For Rs 39,999, it is a solid choice for anyone seeking a media consumption device.
