Motorola Moto Pad (2026)
Motorola's return to tablets: an 11" 2.5K 90Hz display in a 480g, 6.99mm-thin aluminum body for $249.99. Tom's Guide called it 'the new budget tablet king.' Replaces the Surface Go 3 in this ranking — Microsoft discontinued the entire Surface Go line in mid-2026 with no successor.
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Our Verdict
Motorola's 2026 return to tablets undercuts every other pick on price: 480g and 6.99mm thin for $249.99, with an 11" 90Hz display. Replaces the Surface Go 3, which Microsoft discontinued in mid-2026 with no successor.
Score Breakdown
Pros & Cons
Pros
- •480g and 6.99mm thin—lighter and thinner than the Surface Go 3 it replaces
- •11" 2.5K 90Hz display
- •Quad speakers with Dolby Atmos
- •7,040mAh battery
- •$249.99, well under every other pick in this list
Cons
- •MediaTek Dimensity 6300 is an entry-level chipset—weak for demanding apps or gaming
- •Not sold on Amazon—only via T-Mobile, Metro by T-Mobile, or Motorola.com
- •No stylus or keyboard ecosystem like the iPads or Galaxy Tab
Specifications
| Display | 11" 2.5K (2500×1600), 90Hz |
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 |
| RAM | 8GB |
| Storage | 128GB |
| Battery | 7,040mAh |
| Weight | 480g |
| Thickness | 6.99mm |
Who Is This For?
Best For
- Budget-conscious travelers
- Light browsing and video on the go
- Buyers who don't need Amazon checkout
Not For
- Gaming or demanding multitasking
- Stylus/keyboard productivity workflows
- Amazon-only shoppers
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