This year, Alldoube launched two best-selling tablets in the 8-inch category running the Android 13 OS. The Alldocube iPlay 60, equipped with a Unisoc T606 processor, debuted in May and quickly became a best-seller. Responding to its success, Alldocube decided to enhance the tablet’s capabilities by introducing the Alldocube iPlay 60 in this review, featuring a more powerful MediaTek Helio G99 processor and superior specifications. This upgraded version was launched in the US during the last week of September.
Both tablets share an 8.4-inch form factor and identical external designs, but they differ in specifications and performance. Despite their visual similarities, these tablets might be confused due to their shared marketing imagery featuring a striking redfish (Super Red Halfmoon Betta) background and wallpaper.
Design
Despite its 8.4-inch size, the tablet’s physical dimensions are smaller than traditional 8-inch tablets, thanks to the effective use of screen space and narrow bezels. The metallic metal body features a texturized matte surface for improved grip. The tablet is lightweight at 310 grams and has a thickness of 7.5mm, except for the rear camera area, which measures 10mm.
Performance
The Alldocube iPlay 60 is powered by the octa-core 2.2 GHz MediaTek MT6789 “G99” processor, coupled with a Mali-G57 MC2 graphics processor, 8GB of LPDDR4x RAM, and 256GB of fast UFS 2.2 storage. Notably, an additional optional 8GB of storage can be allocated for virtual RAM, allowing users to have a total of 16GB of RAM. This significant RAM capacity facilitates handling larger workloads and running multiple apps simultaneously. The tablet also supports microSD cards up to 512GB. Benchmark scores from Geekbench 6.2 and 3DMark demonstrate impressive processing and graphics performance suitable for various applications, including video editing.
The tablet’s capabilities extend to normal Android games, offering a frame rate of 30 fps and Full HD resolution up to 1920 x 1200. With its ample RAM, the tablet is versatile enough for work, supporting connectivity to larger monitors through wireless or USB-C connections. Additionally, the tablet excels in video editing tasks, demonstrating efficient performance.
Screen
Featuring an 8.4-inch fully laminated in-cell screen with a Full HD resolution of 1920 x 1200, the display reaches up to 320 nits brightness. The screen comes with two protectors, one for shipping and transportation, and another for regular use. The display is responsive to touch, offering accurate and natural colors, as well as adjustable color temperature settings. Impressively, the Alldocube iPlay 60 is compatible with the brand’s stylus pen, showcasing precise recognition of small pen strokes.
Sound
The tablet’s sound quality is acceptable for various applications, such as gaming, alerts, and short videos. However, the mono speaker may lack bass when used for movie or music playback. Alldocube includes free earbuds with a built-in microphone, enhancing the audio experience for activities like phone calls. The tablet also features a 3.5mm audio combo jack, though its downward orientation with the folio cover may necessitate alternative audio solutions.
Internet Connectivity
The Alldocube iPlay 60 offers wireless internet options, including 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth 5.2. The dual-band Wi-Fi demonstrates fast speeds and extensive coverage, making it suitable for various settings.
Navigation and Location Sensors
Equipped with GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, and Beidou location sensors, the tablet is well-suited for location and navigation applications. It supports FM radio with automatic channel scanning and includes an accelerometer and haptic motor for additional functionality.
Cameras
The tablet features a 5MP front camera and a 13MP rear camera, demonstrating good focus and exposure. The rear camera is particularly useful for scanning documents, thanks to its autofocus capability, allowing close-up shots.
Battery Life
With a 5000 mAh battery capacity and the power-efficient G99 chipset, the Alldocube iPlay 60 achieves a battery life of approximately 9 1/2 hours under standard conditions. The tablet supports up to 18W PD fast charging through its USB-C port.
Conclusion
The Alldocube iPlay 60 stands out as the best-selling tablet in the 8-inch Android 13 tablet category, offering a compelling combination of features and specifications. While it has some drawbacks, such as the lack of Widevine L1, speaker quality, and the downward-facing headphone jack, the tablet’s numerous pros make it a versatile and cost-effective choice in its category. Its exceptional performance, display quality, and battery life contribute to its popularity, making it a top contender in the 8-inch Android tablet market.