Analyst(s): Olivier Blanchard
Publication Date: September 12, 2025
Lenovo launched the Yoga Tab and Idea Tab Plus at IFA 2025, targeting creators with AI-driven productivity tools and offering budget-conscious users an affordable, entertainment-ready device. Both run Android 15, highlight Dolby Atmos audio, and arrive this fall with competitive pricing.
What is Covered in this Article:
- Lenovo announced two new Android tablets: Yoga Tab and Idea Tab Plus at IFA 2025.
- Yoga Tab features Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, 11.1-inch 3.2K OLED display, AI features, and premium accessories.
- At an entry-price point, the Idea Tab Plus includes a Dimensity 6400 processor, a 12.1-inch 2.5K LCD, and strong battery life.
- Both models offer Dolby Atmos speakers, Android 15 software, and optional accessories like a stylus and keyboards.
- Pricing starts at €499 ($549.99) for the Yoga Tab and €299 ($269.99) for the Idea Tab Plus, with availability from September and October.
The News: Lenovo introduced two new Android tablets at IFA 2025: the Yoga Tab and the Idea Tab Plus. The Yoga Tab is built for high-end productivity and creative work, running on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. It includes AI-powered features, a sharp 3.2K OLED screen, and support for premium accessories.
The Idea Tab Plus is the more budget-friendly option, featuring a 12.1-inch 2.5K LCD, a Dimensity 6400 chip, and a 10,200 mAh battery that can last up to 13 hours on a charge. Both tablets come with Android 15, have Dolby Atmos speakers, and will launch this fall, starting at €499 and €299.
Lenovo Unveils Yoga Tab and Idea Tab Plus at IFA 2025: Can They Redefine the Midrange Tablet Market?
Analyst Take: AI and Productivity in the Yoga Tab – Lenovo’s launch of the Yoga Tab and Idea Tab Plus at IFA 2025 suggests a plan to target both the premium and budget sides of the tablet market. With powerful AI features packed into the Yoga Tab and solid value in the Idea Tab Plus, Lenovo is going after both creative pros and everyday users. The Yoga Tab aims to target power users, and the Idea Tab Plus aims at users looking for a solid tablet at a low cost.
The Yoga Tab’s use of Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 is notable, as is its 20 TOPS NPU – to enable AI-powered features like AI Live Transcript (for real-time audio-to-text), Smart AI Input (for generating text), and Smart Capture (for better images). It also comes preloaded with Adobe Creative Suite and Perplexity Pro, to cater to creators right out of the box.
The 11.1-inch OLED display delivers 3.2K resolution, HDR10+ support with a 144Hz refresh rate, ideal for detailed visuals. While creators will likely use headsets when working with audio, the Dolby Atmos speakers help make the device a well-rounded choice for work and entertainment. The combination of high-end hardware and smart features aims to balance serious performance and a midrange price point.
Balanced Design of the Idea Tab Plus
The Idea Tab Plus keeps things affordable without cutting too many corners.
Unlike the Yoga Tab, it is powered by MediaTek’s Dimensity 6400, and can be configured with up to 12GB of RAM. AI tools like Lenovo AI Notes, Google’s Circle to Search, and Google Gemini are built in, giving it a competitive edge in the budget space. The 12.1-inch 2.5K LCD covers 96% of the DCI-P3 color range, while Dolby Atmos speakers and a 10,200 mAh battery provide up to 13 hours of use. Slimmer than 6.3 mm and available in different colors, it delivers decent value.
Competitive Pricing and Differentiation
With prices starting at €499 ($549.99) for the Yoga Tab and €299 ($269.99) for the Idea Tab Plus, Lenovo is taking direct aim at rivals like Samsung’s Galaxy Tab S11 series.
The Yoga Tab specifically stands out with its 3.2K OLED screen, boasting 98% DCI-P3 accuracy, Wi-Fi 7, and up to 12GB RAM – features usually seen in more expensive models.
The Idea Tab Plus supports Wi-Fi 5 and optional 5G, making it a flexible choice for users on the go, but the key here is that its pricing lays the groundwork for broader appeal.
Expanding Lenovo’s Ecosystem
Both tablets work with Lenovo’s accessory lineup, including the Tab Pen Pro, which offers 8192 levels of pressure, haptic feedback, and keyboards with built-in AI shortcuts.
The Yoga Tab uses a silicon-carbon battery for better efficiency, while the Idea Tab Plus supports 45W fast charging.
Running Android 15 out of the box, the Yoga Tab is promised three major OS updates and four years of security patches. (The Idea Tab Plus gets two OS updates and the same level of security support.) With AI built into both tablets, Lenovo is leaning more into software and ecosystem features to stand out, not just the hardware, helping it compete across price points.
The decision to leverage both MediaTek and Qualcomm processors (fierce competitors in the Android device market) also highlights two elements of Lenovo’s strategy here: The first is the company’s willingness and ability to partner with a broad range of technology vendors to enable the right solution at the right price point for maximum competitiveness. The second is the flexibility of Lenovo’s device ecosystem, which, while not being entirely platform-agnostic, does allow its product teams all the flexibility and latitude they need to hit performance and price-point bullseye with every product.
With IFA 2025 feeling a bit light on MediaTek and Qualcomm news (given that both companies are expected to make significant announcements in the next few weeks), it was comforting to notice both vendors being mentioned side by side. Expect more announcements from both right around the corner.
What to Watch:
- Market response to Lenovo’s AI integrations in midrange tablets.
- Adoption of Yoga Tab among creative professionals seeking affordable alternatives.
- Competitiveness of the Idea Tab Plus against sub-$300 Android tablets.
- Impact of Wi-Fi 7 support in the Yoga Tab compared to Wi-Fi 5/5G options in the Idea Tab Plus.
- Consumer reception to Lenovo’s accessory ecosystem, including stylus and keyboards.
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Author Information
Olivier Blanchard is Research Director, Intelligent Devices. He covers edge semiconductors and intelligent AI-capable devices for Futurum. In addition to having co-authored several books about digital transformation and AI with Futurum Group CEO Daniel Newman, Blanchard brings considerable experience demystifying new and emerging technologies, advising clients on how best to future-proof their organizations, and helping maximize the positive impacts of technology disruption while mitigating their potentially negative effects. Follow his extended analysis on X and LinkedIn.
