Blackview Tab 9 WiFi review
The Tab 9 suits households looking for a large, battery-efficient device for casual streaming and reading without spending much. Anyone who games, runs productivity apps, or values a sharp display should look elsewhere; for the same money, you'll find faster alternatives with better screens from established tablet makers.
This review is based on Blackview’s published specifications and public benchmark data for the Blackview Tab 9 WiFi, and the rating is spec-based. GoSolo does not physically test devices; where we estimate real-world behaviour such as battery life or charge time, we say so. How we rate phones.
Overview
The Blackview Tab 9 is a basic 10.1-inch family tablet with a weak processor, modest display, and long battery life—fine for reading, streaming, and casual browsing, but it struggles with anything demanding and lacks the polish of name-brand rivals at the same price.
Design & build
At 520 g and 9.9 mm thick, the Tab 9 is thin and light enough to hold comfortably for hours of reading or video. The frame is plastic, and there's no mention of any water resistance or reinforced glass, so it's not built for abuse. For a tablet at this price, the form factor is sensible—not premium-feeling, but practical. The Wi-Fi-only design keeps it simple, and there's a microSD slot, so you aren't trapped by storage limits.
Display
The 10.1-inch IPS LCD is large enough for comfortable media consumption and e-books, and the 16:10 aspect ratio suits video well. At 149 ppi, though, text lacks crispness and fine details look soft compared to modern tablets and phones. It's readable for most purposes, but the low pixel density is noticeable if you spend time reading text or viewing photos side by side with a sharper display. The 73.6% screen-to-body ratio means the bezels are chunky by today's standards, a cost-cutting choice typical of tablets at this price.
Performance
The Unisoc T606 is a budget chip from 2023, and it shows. It handles light apps, web browsing, and video playback acceptably, but opens apps slowly and chokes on anything resource-heavy. Gaming is off the table except for simple 2D titles and low-end 3D games at reduced settings. Multitasking with only 4 GB RAM compounds the issue—switching between apps causes lag, and having more than a few open at once slows everything down. eMMC 5.1 storage is slower than the UFS found in even budget phones, making file transfers and app installs noticeably sluggish.
Software
Android 12 with Blackview's DokeOS_P 3.0 skin is the foundation. The OS is dated (released in 2023 with no clear upgrade path listed), and custom skins from lesser-known brands often lag in polish and security updates. For a budget tablet, you shouldn't expect rapid OS updates, but this is worth knowing if security and features matter to you. The tablet works for its intended use—streaming, reading, light web browsing—but don't expect the smooth, responsive experience of a Samsung or iPad.
Camera
The 13 MP rear camera and 8 MP selfie are better than you'd expect for a tablet, but they're not reasons to buy it. Video tops out at 1080p@30fps, and the single LED flash is basic. For occasional video calls and snapshots, the cameras are functional; for anything more ambitious, your phone is the better choice. Tablet cameras are almost always afterthoughts, and this one is no exception.
Battery & charging
The 6,580 mAh battery is genuinely strong for a WiFi-only tablet of this size. Expect a full day of moderate use—reading, streaming, browsing—before needing a charge. The spec sheet doesn't list charging wattage or time, which is a red flag; many budget tablets include 5W or 10W chargers, meaning a full charge could take hours. If charging speed isn't listed, assume it's slow.
Value & verdict
At around 80 EUR, the Tab 9 occupies an awkward middle ground. It's cheaper than name-brand tablets like Samsung's Galaxy Tab A series, but not so cheap that its weak processor becomes irrelevant. For families buying a device purely for Netflix, YouTube, and reading, the battery life and screen size make sense. But anyone who values speed, display sharpness, or the ability to run anything beyond basic apps should look at an older iPad, a Samsung Galaxy Tab A with a newer chipset, or a Huawei MatePad entry model. This is a tablet for the person who doesn't ask much of their device and is willing to accept slowness and dated specs in exchange for size and endurance.
Verdict
The Tab 9 suits households looking for a large, battery-efficient device for casual streaming and reading without spending much. Anyone who games, runs productivity apps, or values a sharp display should look elsewhere; for the same money, you'll find faster alternatives with better screens from established tablet makers.
- 10.1-inch 16:10 display is the right size for reading and video without excessive bulk
- 6,580 mAh battery delivers a full day of light use (browsing, video, e-books) on a single charge
- Dual-band Wi-Fi 6 and microSD expansion up to 1TB prevent storage headaches
- Thin and light at 9.9 mm and 520 g, easy to hold and carry
- Unisoc T606 processor is genuinely weak—no gaming beyond 2D titles or basic 3D, slow app load times compared to budget rivals
- 149 ppi on a 10.1-inch screen means text is readable but not sharp, and it feels dated next to modern tablet displays
- Only 4 GB RAM with eMMC 5.1 storage makes multitasking sluggish; no charging spec listed, likely slow
Blackview Tab 9 WiFi Key Specifications
The essentials at a glance. See the full spec sheet.
| Released | 2023, May |
|---|---|
| Display | 10.1 inches, 295.8 cm2 (~73.6% screen-to-body ratio), IPS LCD |
| Resolution | 800 x 1280 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~149 ppi density) |
| Chipset | Unisoc Tiger T606 UMS9230 T7200Processor clock: 1.60 GHzNumber of cores: 8GPU: Mali-G57 MP1 @650 MHz |
| RAM & storage | 128GB 4GB RAM |
| Main camera | 13 MP |
| Selfie camera | 8 MP |
| Battery | 6580 mAh |
| Software | Android 12, DokeOS_P 3.0 |
| Dimensions | 246.5 x 163 x 9.9 mm (9.70 x 6.42 x 0.39 in) |
| Weight | 520.5 g (1.15 lb) |
| Network | No cellular connectivity |
| NFC | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
Blackview Tab 9 WiFi FAQ
Common questions, answered from the spec sheet.
Does the Tab 9 WiFi support 5G?
No. The Tab 9 WiFi tops out at No cellular connectivity, without 5G.
What chipset does the Tab 9 WiFi use?
The Tab 9 WiFi runs on the Unisoc Tiger T606 UMS9230 T7200Processor clock: 1.60 GHzNumber of cores: 8GPU: Mali-G57 MP1 @650 MHz.
What display does the Tab 9 WiFi have?
A 10.1 inches, 295.8 cm2 (~73.6% screen-to-body ratio) IPS LCD, 800 x 1280 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~149 ppi density).
How big is the Tab 9 WiFi battery?
The Tab 9 WiFi has a 6580 mAh battery.
Does the Tab 9 WiFi have NFC?
No, the Tab 9 WiFi does not list NFC support.
Does the Tab 9 WiFi support a microSD card?
Yes, the Tab 9 WiFi supports expandable storage (microSDXC).
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