Lenovo Tab 7 Essential The Lenovo Tab 7 Essential is a budget-focused device, powered by the Mediatek MT8167D (Wi-Fi), Mediatek MT8735D (LTE), built for basic everyday tasks (2017).
2017 · Entry-level · Android 7.0 (Nougat) ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Budget), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size 7" · 194.8 x 102 x 8.8 mm (7.67 x 4.02 x 0.35 in)
Chipset Mediatek MT8167D (Wi-Fi), Mediatek MT8735D (LTE)
RAM 1GB | 2GB
Storage 16GB | 8GB
Main Camera 2 MP
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✓︎ Pros
✓ 7" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓ 3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗ Smaller 3,450 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗ Basic Mediatek MT8167D (Wi-Fi), Mediatek MT8735D (LTE) for simple tasks only
✗ Only 1GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
✗ 2 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage days Gaming Multitasking Multitasking
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2017, November. Released 2017, November
Also Known As
Versions: Wi-Fi only; LTE
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT8167D (Wi-Fi), Mediatek MT8735D (LTE)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A35 (Wi-Fi), Quad-core 1.1 GHz Cortex-A53 (LTE)
GPU
PowerVR GE8300 (Wi-Fi), Mali-T720MP2 (LTE)
RAM
1GB | 2GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
170 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
Panel
IPS LCD, 300 nits (typ)
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
2 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
🔋 Battery
Capacity
3,450 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Po 3450 mAh, non-removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
254g
On the heavier side — noticeable in pocket
Dimensions
194.8 x 102 x 8.8 mm (7.67 x 4.02 x 0.35 in)
Build
Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back
SIM
Nano-SIM (cellular model only)
📶 Network
Speed
HSPA, LTE - cellular model only
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
📡 Connectivity
Bluetooth
4.0 or 4.1 (LTE version), A2DP
GPS
GPS - cellular model only
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Lenovo Tab 7 Essential support 5G?› No, the Lenovo Tab 7 Essential does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
Does the Lenovo Tab 7 Essential have NFC?› No, the Lenovo Tab 7 Essential does not have NFC.
Does the Lenovo Tab 7 Essential have expandable storage?› Yes, the Lenovo Tab 7 Essential supports microSD expandable storage.
Does the Lenovo Tab 7 Essential support dual SIM?› The Lenovo Tab 7 Essential SIM configuration: Nano-SIM (cellular model only).
Does the Lenovo Tab 7 Essential have a headphone jack?› Yes, the Lenovo Tab 7 Essential has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Does the Lenovo Tab 7 Essential have stereo speakers?› Speaker setup: Yes.
What Android version does the Lenovo Tab 7 Essential ship with?› The Lenovo Tab 7 Essential ships with Android 7.0 (Nougat).
What type of USB port does the Lenovo Tab 7 Essential use?› The Lenovo Tab 7 Essential uses microUSB 2.0.
Does the Lenovo Tab 7 Essential support Wi-Fi 7?› The Lenovo Tab 7 Essential supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/g/n.
Does the Lenovo Tab 7 Essential support Bluetooth LE Audio?› The Lenovo Tab 7 Essential has 4.0 or 4.1 (LTE version), A2DP.
