Lenovo Tab P 11 Gen 2 11.5" Review
The Lenovo Tab P11 Gen 2 offers a fantastic OLED screen and smooth performance for streaming, all at a budget price. Just don't ask it to do much else.
The 30-Second Version
A great $200 couch tablet. The OLED screen and MediaTek chip are impressive for the price, making it perfect for streaming. Just don't expect to multitask or get software updates. Worth it for media lovers on a budget.
Overview
The Lenovo Tab P11 Gen 2 is a solid mid-range Android tablet that knows its lane. It's built for streaming, light gaming, and browsing, not for replacing your laptop. For around $200, you're getting a nice OLED screen and surprisingly decent performance from that MediaTek chip.
Just don't expect it to be a productivity powerhouse. Our data shows it scores well for entertainment but falls flat for getting real work done. It's a couch tablet, pure and simple.
Performance
The MediaTek 8-core processor is a pleasant surprise, landing in the 90th percentile for CPU power. That means it's one of the best on the market for this price, handling everyday apps and streaming without a hiccup. The GPU is nearly as strong, so light games run smoothly. The weak spot is the 4GB of RAM, which is a mediocre 37th percentile. You'll feel that if you try to juggle too many apps at once. Everything else, from the screen to the battery, is just about average.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- The MediaTek chip punches above its weight for the price. 91th
- The 11.5-inch OLED screen looks great for movies. 90th
- 128GB of base storage is generous for a budget tablet. 67th
- At around $200, it's a straightforward value proposition.
Cons
- Only 4GB of RAM holds back multitasking. 22th
- Android 12 is outdated and unlikely to get major updates. 25th
- Connectivity is limited to older WiFi and Bluetooth 4.0.
- It's a one-trick pony that's weak for productivity work.
Specifications
Full Specifications
Processor
| CPU | MediaTek Helio G99 |
| Cores | 8 |
Memory & Storage
| Storage | 128 GB |
Display
| Size | 11.5" |
| Resolution | 2000 |
| Panel | OLED |
Connectivity
| Bluetooth | Yes |
Physical
| Weight | 0.9 kg / 2.0 lbs |
| OS | Android 12 |
Value & Pricing
For $200, you're getting a lot of tablet. That OLED screen and capable processor combo is hard to find at this price. You're sacrificing future-proofing with the old OS and limited RAM, but if you just want a nice screen for Netflix and some web browsing, the value is absolutely there. It's a smart buy if your needs are simple.
vs Competition
Stacked up, it's a classic budget vs. premium trade-off. The base iPad is around $100 more but offers a vastly better ecosystem and long-term support. The Samsung Galaxy Tab S series will crush it in performance and features, but for double or triple the price. Against other budget Androids, the P11 Gen 2's OLED screen and processor give it a clear edge for media consumption. Just know you're buying into an older platform.
| Spec | Lenovo Tab P 11 Gen 2 11.5" | Apple iPad Air Apple 13" iPad Air (M3, 128GB, Wi-Fi Only, Gray) | Samsung Galaxy Tab S Samsung - Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra - 14.6" 256GB - | Microsoft Surface Pro Microsoft Surface Pro 6 (Intel Core i5, 8GB RAM, | Xiaomi Pad 7 PRO Xiaomi Pad 7 Pro Ai WiFi Version Global (No Calls | Teclast TECLAST T65PLUS 13.4-Inch Android 15 Tablet 2025, |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CPU | MediaTek Helio G99 | Apple M3 | Mediatek MT6989 | Core i7 | 3 GHz | 2.2 GHz |
| RAM (GB) | - | 8 | 12 | 16 | 12 | 8 |
| Storage (GB) | 128 | 128 | 256 | 256 | 512 | 256 |
| Screen | 11.5" 2000x1200 | 13" 2732x2048 | 14.6" 2960x1848 | 12.3" 2736x1824 | 11.2" 3200x2136 | 13.4" 1920x1200 |
| OS | Android 12 | iPadOS | Android 14 | Windows 11 Home | Android 14 HyperOS | Android 15 |
| Stylus | false | true | true | true | false | false |
| Cellular | false | false | false | false | false | true |
| Battery (Wh) | - | 37 | - | - | - | - |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Cpu | Gpu | Ram | Screen | Battery | Feature | Storage | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lenovo Tab P 11 Gen 2 11.5" | 91 | 89.9 | 37.8 | 60.1 | 46.1 | 24.9 | 55.9 | 66.5 | 21.7 |
| Apple iPad Air 13" Compare | 88.6 | 87.8 | 75 | 94.1 | 98.6 | 99.5 | 55.9 | 89.5 | 99.3 |
| Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10 Ultra 14.6" Compare | 73 | 73.6 | 84.9 | 97.8 | 94.9 | 99.8 | 74.8 | 96.1 | 99.3 |
| Microsoft Surface Pro 6 Compare | 90.6 | 89.7 | 90.8 | 83.5 | 46.1 | 90 | 84.6 | 54.6 | 89.6 |
| Xiaomi Pad 7 PRO Pad 7 Pro Ai Compare | 82.1 | 82.3 | 84.9 | 99.1 | 46.1 | 54.2 | 88.6 | 54.6 | 92.5 |
| Teclast T65PLUS 13.4-Inch Android 15 Tablet 2025 Compare | 74.5 | 75.1 | 75 | 45.4 | 94.5 | 24.9 | 74.8 | 92.5 | 95 |
Common Questions
Q: Can you expand the storage?
Yes, the 128GB internal storage can be expanded via a microSD card, up to a theoretical 1TB total capacity.
Q: Is this good for gaming?
It's fine for casual games. The GPU is strong for its class, but the 4GB of RAM will limit more demanding titles. This isn't a hardcore gaming tablet.
Q: Does it support a stylus or keyboard?
Our spec sheet doesn't list official support for Lenovo's Precision Pen or a keyboard folio. Given its low productivity score, it's likely not designed as a work device.
Who Should Skip This
Skip this if you need a tablet for work. The 4GB of RAM and ancient Android 12 make multitasking a chore, which is why it scores in the bottom third for productivity. Also, avoid it if you want long-term software support; you're buying into a platform that's already two major versions behind.
Verdict
Buy this if you want a dedicated, affordable streaming and browsing tablet and don't care about having the latest software. The screen and core speed are perfect for kicking back on the sofa. If you need to do real work, want to play demanding games, or plan to keep the tablet for more than a couple years, you should look at something with more RAM and newer software.