Top Picks for the Mobile Gamer

Your options 9 top results, ranging in price from $379 to $693, with accessories.

Let's start with a broad search. The following offer the best value for the lowest price regardless of format preference. As a result, you will most likely see stationary computers down here and maybe a few portable options. You have the option to look for a specific kind of device at the bottom of the page.

• 

  Nintendo Switch from $370;
  ~$379 with accessories

  The Nintendo Switch is the game console you can either use in the living room as a "regular" game console, or on the move as a tablet.

  • the Mobile Gamer

  Device Ratings

  by Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	0/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	1/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	0.5/5

  by Small Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	5/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	1/5

  by Consoles standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	1/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	5/5
  Autonomy	5/5

  performance in Hearthstone; Heroes of Warcraft

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  performance in Bruce Lee: Enter the Game

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  performance in Fallout Shelter

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  Specs

  Processor: Nvidia Tegra X1

  Graphics: Nvidia Maxwell 256

  Memory: 4.00 GB

  Storage: 32.00 GB

  Screen Size: 6.2"

  Screen Resolution: 1280×720

  Dimensions: 23.88 x 10.16 x 1.40 cm

  Weight: 0.40 kg

  detailed info

  from $369.99

  • $369.99 from EB Games (Refurbished)
    as of 2018-11-16 10:15:09, EST
  • $379.94 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 14:50:27, EST
  • $379.96 from Walmart (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 04:59:32, EST
  • $379.99 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 10:13:49, EST
  • $379.99 from London Drugs (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 10:14:37, EST
  • $379.99 from The Source (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 04:24:04, EST

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• 

  Apple iPad 9.7 (early 2018) from $3805%, Best price yet!
  ~$511 with accessories

  The 2018 version of the iPad is almost identical to its predecessor but features slightly improved performance and now support the Apple Stylus, if desired.

  • the Mobile Gamer
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	2/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	3.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	4/5

  by Large Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	3.5/5

  performance in Hearthstone; Heroes of Warcraft

  2/5

  More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.

  performance in Bruce Lee: Enter the Game

  0/5

  Does not meet software's minimum requirements

  performance in Fallout Shelter

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  Specs

  Processor: Apple A10

  Graphics: Apple A10 Graphics

  Memory: 2.00 GB

  Storage: 32.00 GB

  Screen Size: 9.7"

  Screen Resolution: 2048×1536

  Dimensions: 24.00 x 16.95 x 0.75 cm

  Weight: 0.47 kg

  detailed info

  from $379.99

  • $379.99 from Amazon (Refurbished)
    as of 2018-11-16 17:56:55, EST
  • $399.99 from Costco (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 09:57:30, EST
  • $419.00 from Walmart (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 09:58:08, EST
  • $429.00 from Apple (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 05:18:37, EST
  • $429.99 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 06:11:31, EST
  • $429.99 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 06:12:01, EST
  • $429.99 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 06:12:31, EST
  • $429.99 from London Drugs (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 09:56:46, EST
  • $429.99 from The Source (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 09:57:10, EST
  • $429.99 from Staples (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 06:08:32, EST

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• 

  Acer 11.6" Convertible Chromebook from $350;
  ~$480 with accessories

  It might not be the most capable laptop out there, but as a netbook or tablet, it's a great fit for casual use for a minimal investment... Read More about the CB5-132T-C7R5

  • the Mobile Gamer
  • the Casual Nomad
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	1/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  by Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	2/5
  Autonomy	4/5

  by Netbooks standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	3/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	4/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	1/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	4/5

  by Large Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	4/5

  performance in Hearthstone; Heroes of Warcraft

  1.5/5

  Meets minimal requirements

  performance in Bruce Lee: Enter the Game

  1/5

  Meets minimal requirements

  performance in Fallout Shelter

  2/5

  More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Celeron N3160

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 400

  Memory: 4.00 GB

  Storage: 32.00 GB

  Screen Size: 11.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1366×768

  Dimensions: 29.39 x 20.40 x 1.93 cm

  Weight: 1.30 kg

  detailed info

  from $349.19

  • $349.19 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 19:10:48, EST
  • $369.99 from Staples (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 06:11:15, EST
  • $399.99 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 06:14:16, EST
  • $399.99 from Visions Electronics (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 10:07:15, EST
  • $427.99 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 06:11:45, EST

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• 

  Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 9.7" from $60014%, Best price yet!
  ~$783 with accessories

  This tablet has a high-quality HDR display and is ideal for digital painting on the go and movie watching. It also has pretty good potential for productivity... Read More about the SM-T820NZKAXAC

  • the Mobile Gamer
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	2.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	2/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	2.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	2/5
  Versatility for the Price	1.5/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	3.5/5

  by Large Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	2/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	5/5
  Autonomy	2.5/5

  performance in Hearthstone; Heroes of Warcraft

  2/5

  More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.

  performance in Bruce Lee: Enter the Game

  4/5

  This should run nicely

  performance in Fallout Shelter

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Qualcom Snapdragon 820

  Graphics: Qualcom Adreno 530

  Memory: 4.00 GB

  Storage: 32.00 GB

  Screen Size: 9.7"

  Screen Resolution: 1536×2048

  Dimensions: 23.73 x 16.90 x 0.60 cm

  Weight: 0.43 kg

  detailed info

  from $599.99

  • $599.99 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 00:07:25, EST
  • $599.99 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2018-11-15 12:53:10, EST
  • $599.99 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2018-11-15 12:53:41, EST
  • $599.99 from Staples (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 06:33:45, EST
  • $599.99 from Walmart (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 04:13:51, EST
  • $702.00 from eBay (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 05:01:35, EST
  • $799.00 from Canada Computers (New)
    as of 2018-11-15 13:11:16, EST
  • $799.99 from Costco (New)
    as of 2018-11-12 14:27:16, EST
  • $799.99 from London Drugs (New)
    as of 2018-11-15 14:13:37, EST
  • $823.99 from Tiger Direct (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 05:32:08, EST

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  BlackBerry DTEK60 from $530;
  ~$592 with accessories

  Bundled with a security suite and Android Marshmallow out-of-the-box, this is a premium smartphone for the security-conscious.

  • the Mobile Gamer
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Smartphones standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	1/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	1.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	5/5
  Autonomy	5/5

  by Large Smartphones and Phablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  performance in Hearthstone; Heroes of Warcraft

  2/5

  More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.

  performance in Bruce Lee: Enter the Game

  4/5

  This should run nicely

  performance in Fallout Shelter

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Qualcom Snapdragon 820

  Graphics: Qualcom Adreno 530

  Memory: 4.00 GB

  Storage: 32.00 GB

  Screen Size: 5.5"

  Screen Resolution: 2560×1440

  Dimensions: 15.39 x 7.54 x 0.70 cm

  Weight: 0.17 kg

  detailed info

  from $529.00

  • $529.00 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 05:16:44, EST
  • $530.00 from Walmart (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 04:22:21, EST
  • $549.99 from Staples (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 06:21:30, EST

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  Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the retailer's site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
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  Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7" from $40017% cheaper than usual
  ~$532 with accessories

  Very thin, light and capable. The Galaxy Tab S2 makes a great tablet featuring one of the best screen around. If you'd want your iPad to run android instead, th... Read More about the SM-T813NZDEXAC

  • the Mobile Gamer
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	1.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	0.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	1/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	2/5

  by Large Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	1/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	5/5
  Autonomy	0.5/5

  performance in Hearthstone; Heroes of Warcraft

  1.5/5

  Meets minimal requirements

  performance in Bruce Lee: Enter the Game

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Fallout Shelter

  3.5/5

  Meets recommended specs

  Specs

  Processor: Samsung Exynos 5433

  Graphics: Qualcom Adreno 420

  Memory: 3.00 GB

  Storage: 32.00 GB

  Screen Size: 9.7"

  Screen Resolution: 2048×1536

  Dimensions: 23.73 x 16.90 x 0.56 cm

  Weight: 0.39 kg

  detailed info

  from $399.99

  • $399.99 from Staples (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 06:48:15, EST
  • $399.99 from Walmart (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 04:22:57, EST
  • $399.99 from Samsung (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 10:05:37, EST
  • $399.99 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 10:02:45, EST
  • $399.99 from The Source (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 10:03:42, EST
  • $399.99 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 10:03:54, EST
  • $426.99 from Tiger Direct (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 05:34:55, EST
  • $707.66 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 18:13:33, EST

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  Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 8" from $450;
  ~$560 with accessories

  Very thin, light and capable. The Galaxy Tab S2 makes a great tablet featuring one of the best screens around. If you'd want your iPad to run android instead, t... Read More about the T710

  • the Mobile Gamer
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	1.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	5/5
  Autonomy	0.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	1/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	2/5

  by Small Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	5/5
  Autonomy	2/5

  performance in Hearthstone; Heroes of Warcraft

  1.5/5

  Meets minimal requirements

  performance in Bruce Lee: Enter the Game

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Fallout Shelter

  3.5/5

  Meets recommended specs

  Specs

  Processor: Samsung Exynos 5433

  Graphics: Qualcom Adreno 420

  Memory: 3.00 GB

  Storage: 32.00 GB

  Screen Size: 8"

  Screen Resolution: 2048×1536

  Dimensions: 19.86 x 13.48 x 0.56 cm

  Weight: 0.27 kg

  detailed info

  from $449.99

  • $449.99 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2018-11-15 13:03:19, EST
  • $449.99 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2018-11-15 13:03:44, EST
  • $507.53 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 12:17:00, EST

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  Asus Flip 12.5" Chromebook from $600;
  ~$735 with accessories

  Combining the benefits of Android and ChromeOS, this convertible netbook delivers versatility and an HD screen at an approachable price.

  • the Mobile Gamer
  • the Casual Nomad
  • the Multitasker
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	0.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	1/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	4/5

  by Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	0.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	2/5
  Autonomy	2.5/5

  by Netbooks standards

  Bang for the Buck	1.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	3/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	2.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	0.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	1/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	3/5

  by Large Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	0.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	1/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	2.5/5

  performance in Hearthstone; Heroes of Warcraft

  2/5

  More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.

  performance in Bruce Lee: Enter the Game

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Fallout Shelter

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core M3-6Y30

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 515

  Memory: 4.00 GB

  Storage: 32.00 GB

  Screen Size: 12.5"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 30.40 x 21.00 x 1.37 cm

  Weight: 1.20 kg

  detailed info

  from $599.99

  • $599.99 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2018-11-14 07:02:53, EST
  • $641.33 from B&H (New)
    as of 2018-11-12 14:35:36, EST
  • $648.99 from The Source (New)
    as of 2018-11-15 14:27:04, EST
  • $648.99 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 04:44:18, EST
  • $649.00 from Walmart (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 04:55:10, EST
  • $649.99 from Tiger Direct (New)
    as of 2018-11-16 05:34:02, EST
  • $649.99 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2018-11-15 13:08:33, EST
  • $669.90 from MicroBytes (New)
    as of 2018-11-14 12:38:30, EST

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• 

  Google Pixel from $600;
  ~$655 with accessories

  A new, premium phone by Google, built with the freshest version of android and featuring Google's personal assistant... Read More about the

  • the Mobile Gamer
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Smartphones standards

  Bang for the Buck	1/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	5/5
  Autonomy	2.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	0.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	5/5
  Autonomy	4/5

  by One-Handed Smartphones standards

  Bang for the Buck	1.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	5/5
  Autonomy	2.5/5

  performance in Hearthstone; Heroes of Warcraft

  2/5

  More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.

  performance in Bruce Lee: Enter the Game

  4/5

  This should run nicely

  performance in Fallout Shelter

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Qualcom Snapdragon 821

  Graphics: Qualcom Adreno 530

  Memory: 4.00 GB

  Storage: 32.00 GB

  Screen Size: 5"

  Screen Resolution: 1080×1920

  Dimensions: 14.38 x 6.95 x 0.73 cm

  Weight: 0.14 kg

  detailed info

  $599.99 from Newegg (New) as of 2018-11-16 06:20:32, EST

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