Google NPad 10.4" N-one 2024 Review

Looking for a budget Android tablet that can handle kids' games and Netflix? The N-one N-one Android Tablet is a 10.4-inch option running Android 13, and at around $117, it's squarely in the 'affordable' category. It's powered by an 8-core MediaTek chip and comes with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage, which is a solid spec sheet for the price. People often ask if a cheap tablet can be good for kids, and on paper, this one checks a lot of boxes: a decent screen, decent cameras, and a big 7500mAh battery.

The MediaTek 8-core CPU here is surprisingly capable, landing in the 89th percentile for performance among similar devices. That means it's fast enough for most everyday tasks. You can expect smooth scrolling in apps, and games like Roblox or Minecraft should run without major hiccups. The 8GB of RAM helps a lot with keeping a few apps open in the background. The GPU performance is also strong, in the 88th percentile, so basic 3D games will look fine. Just don't expect it to handle high-end mobile gaming at max settings.

At $117, the value proposition is clear. You're getting modern specs like 8GB RAM and Android 13 in a package that costs a fraction of an iPad or a high-end Samsung Galaxy Tab. For the price, the performance is excellent. The main trade-off is in build quality and some older connectivity tech. If your main use is streaming video, light gaming, and web browsing, especially for a child, it's hard to beat this price for these specs.

Let's name names. Compared to an Apple iPad (even an older model), you lose the premium ecosystem, app optimization, and build quality, but you save hundreds of dollars. Next to a Samsung Galaxy Tab S series, you're giving up the gorgeous AMOLED screen, S Pen support, and faster processors. The N-one tablet's real competition is other budget Android tablets. Its key advantage is that 8-core CPU performance, which often outpaces similarly priced rivals from brands like Amazon or older Lenovo models. If raw speed for the dollar is your goal, this tablet has an edge. If you need a rugged kids' tablet with parental controls baked into the hardware, an Amazon Fire Kids tablet might be a safer bet.

So, should you buy it? If you need a capable, no-frills tablet for under $120, absolutely. It's a great choice for a child's first tablet, a secondary screen for the kitchen, or for anyone who just wants to watch videos without spending a lot. It answers the common question 'is there a good cheap tablet for kids?' with a confident 'yes'. Just go in knowing it's a budget device. The plastic build feels it, and the battery won't last multiple days. But for the core tasks it's designed for, it performs really well.