Best Buy Tablets 2017 -

This was the "everyman" tablet. It was perfect for students, casual browsing, and families who didn't need "Pro" features. The Productivity Hybrid: Microsoft Surface Pro (2017)

If you wanted the best screen and most power, this was the undisputed king. The Android Champion: Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 best buy tablets 2017

This was the game-changer. The 120Hz refresh rate made scrolling and using the Apple Pencil feel fluid and instantaneous. This was the "everyman" tablet

The best choice for those who preferred the Android ecosystem and wanted a stunning media-consumption device. The Best Value: iPad (5th Generation) The Android Champion: Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 This

The was arguably the best tablet of 2017. Apple reduced the bezels to fit a larger screen into a footprint nearly identical to the older 9.7-inch model.

Apple simplified its lineup in 2017 by releasing the "standard" iPad at a much lower starting price ($329).

The HDR-ready Super AMOLED screen was the best in its class for watching movies, offering deep blacks and vibrant colors that LCDs couldn't match.