What is the difference between a tablet and a smartphone: features and use

Choosing modern technology, many are wondering which is better - a tablet or smartphone? At first glance, it seems that both devices are almost the same. But still they have fundamental differences. Let's see how one gadget is different from another.

Tablet: device, features

A tablet is a mini-computer made in the form of a monoblock. Its main purpose is Internet surfing. Gadgets are equipped with an operating system, and by and large they can be called one of the varieties of laptop. Although most devices do not use a mouse and keyboard, they provide the ability to connect them.

IMPORTANT! Tablets are as close to a PC as possible. You can connect input-output devices to them: printer, keyboard, mouse. That is, from them you can make a full-fledged computer.

Mostly gadgets are not equipped with slots for SIM cards. Although today there are models on the market that have such a connector. Slots are designed to connect to the mobile Internet. Using the device as a regular phone is difficult due to its size.

Tablet Features

• Large sizes: The diagonal of the screen is not less than 7 inches.
• High performance and screen resolution.
• Powerful hardware platform: productive graphics processor for games, a large amount of RAM, the presence of a multi-core processor.
• High-capacity battery, as a large screen and specifications oblige.

Smartphone: device, features

A smartphone is a mobile phone whose main function is to make calls and exchange messages via a SIM card. Models are equipped with an operating system and have the same functions that are present in tablets.

REFERENCE! A smartphone can be considered like a regular phone, with which you can check email, use instant messengers and perform many functions inherent in a mobile computer.

Smartphone Features

• The presence of slots for one or two SIM cards.
• Support for cellular networks with the ability to connect to mobile Internet 3G, and in the latest models - 4G.
• Screen diagonal varies within 3,5–10 inches.

What is the difference between a tablet and a smartphone

Indeed, both devices have a lot in common. But in order to make the right choice, you need to understand their differences.

• Most tablets lack mobile operator support. You can make calls, but only over the Internet using Viber or Skype. At the same time, the Internet connection is supported through the Wi-Fi module. As for smartphones, they support regular phone calls, calls over the Internet via Wi-Fi or mobile Internet.
• Screen diagonal. The most popular smartphones are 5-6 inches in size. Small dimensions are preferable, since you can use the “dialer” with one hand and carry it in your pocket. Screens tablet are not less than 7 inches, and many models reach 10–11.
• Autonomy. Because of the large screen tablets have less autonomy. For him, an excellent indicator is 8-10 hours of continuous surfing. In the same time smartphones are much more mobile and easily bypass the mini-PC by this parameter.
• The functionality of the tablets is higher. Usually they are equipped with a more powerful graphics chipset. Large screens allow you to easily draw on them, watch films in high quality, work with graphic editors. On small smartphones, such activities are possible, but not enjoyable.

ATTENTION! The latest flagship smartphones on functional characteristics are much higher than tablets and even many laptops. Apparently, this is due to the high demand for them.

What to choose

So what is better to buy? The choice is completely based on what a person needs.

• If you need a regular dialer, it is better to purchase a small smartphone. It is convenient for them to use with one hand and store in your pocket trousers or shirts.
• If you select a device with a diagonal of 5.5-6.5 inches, you can additionally watch video and search in the Internet.
• When needed gadget for games, surfing, drawing - the choice is clearly for a tablet.

In general, most people already have both of these devices in their arsenal. After all it’s convenient to use the tablet at home, and when going outside, it is better to take a smartphone with you.