Blackview MEGA 1: Full Specifications and All You Need to Know

Published on

April 9, 2024

Jeremy Gan

Blackview recently released the Blackview MEGA 1 in March 2024 and it offers some features rarely seen at this price point. Could the MEGA 1 be an inexpensive tablet that handles some games and helps you with work?

Highlights

MediaTek Helio G99 6nm
Up to 24GB of RAM if you activate virtual RAM
120Hz screen with 400 nits of brightness
Comes with case and pen
Fingerprint sensor
Comes with workspace app
Face unlock
Dual SIM card slot

Blackview MEGA 1: The Basics

The Blackview MEGA 1 comes in three colors: Space Grey, Sky Blue, and Dreamy Purple (a rare tablet color). It has an 11.5-inch HD+ IPS 120Hz screen that can reach 400 nits of brightness, making it perfect for games and streaming content. Hardware-wise, the tablet has a MediaTek Helio G99. You can get the tablet with either 8GB or 12GB of RAM, though the only storage capacity is 256GB without accounting for a microSD card.

Standard features include a USB-C port for charging, SIM slots for cellular data or a microSD card. The tablet also has a fingerprint sensor and facial recognition for quick access.

A glance at the Blackview MEGA 1’s features shows that it’s catered to users who want productivity while also being able to enjoy some games and streaming. The included workspace app, split-screen preset combos, live caption capabilities and Google Lens functionality benefit remote workers and business users.

Blackview seems to have ramped up its focus on speed as well. Virtual RAM is known to improve app startup speeds, and its new “Atomized Memory 2.0” feature claims to free up more RAM, while the pre-loading feature from some of its newer tablets is present.

Full Specifications

Tablet	Blackview MEGA 1
Operating system	DokeOS 4.0 based on Android 13
Display	1200 x 2000 pixel 11.5-inch IPS display, 120Hz, 400 nits
Processor	MediaTek Helio G99 6nm
Storage	256GB
Expandable	Yes, up to 1TB
RAM	8GB or 12GB RAM plus 8GB or 12GB virtual RAM expansion when activated
Cameras	50MP main camera (1440p30FPS max) and 13MP selfie camera (1080p30FPS max)
Fingerprint sensor	Yes
Connectivity	5G Wi-Fi, 4G data, Bluetooth 5.1
Ports	USB-C, dual nano-SIM slots (or one nano-SIM + microSD card),
Battery	8800mAh, non-removable with 33W charging
Dimensions	268.7 x 169 x 7.6 mm
Weight	528g

Pricing & Availability

According to the official website, the Blackview MEGA 1 currently sells for $259.99 and $269.99. The former price is the model with 8GB RAM, while an extra $10 grants you 12GB of RAM. In GBP, the prices are £207.23 and £215.20, respectively. EU customers can expect price points of €242.14 and €251.45.

Blackview MEGA 1 Alternatives

The Xiaomi Pad 6 matches or surpasses the Blackview MEGA 1 tablet in many ways, boasting a better screen, fast charging, Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 processor and comes with Android 13 plus upgrades. However, this tablet doesn’t have a microSD slot, which is a dealbreaker if you like using them.

For users who want higher refresh rates, the Honor Pad 9 could satisfy. It has a 120Hz display measuring 12.1 inches and reaching 500 nits of brightness. It runs MagicOS, which helps improve the multitasking experience. Another selling point is the 35W fast charging.

Blackview MEGA 1

The Blackview MEGA 1 is the company's newest flagship tablet as of March 2024. It has an 11.5-inch 2K120Hz screen and MediaTek Helios G99 chipset. In terms of software, it also has apps designed to improve productivity.