It is never an easy task for anyone to search for the best tablet to give as Christmas gift this year with all the many options that you will stumble upon in the market out there. There is no right or wrong choice with whichever tablet you may settle for, but it can be helpful to have a quick guide of the most ideal tablets you can possibly go for.

Well at least, here are 7 of them.

1. Apple iPad Mini with Retina Display

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If you have the budget for this, then you can be sure to have in your hands the most positively reviewed tablet released this 2013. It is pricier than that of its predecessor, but its new and modern features make it all worth it. It has the sharp and crisp all new retina display with the 64-bit A7 processor. This tablet deserves to be on top of any list of tablets for general use.

2. Amazon Kindle Fire HDX 8.9

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Amazon tablets are as impressive as the Apple tablets. If you are looking for a tablet that is affordable yet of high quality, then this tablet that has a starting price of $379 is what you should head for.

3. Asus Transformer Book T100

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Another affordable tablet option is this Asus Transformer Book T100 with a starting price of $349. It comes with a detachable keyboard and a storage of 32GB.

4. Microsoft Surface Pro 2

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If you want a more portable gadget to replace your laptop, especially the one you use for business, then this is the best tablet to get.

5. Google Nexus 7

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If you want a tablet sized at 7 inches instead of the usual full sized ones, this is the best tablet choice to buy. Its starting price at $299 is very practical and perfect to be used for gaming enthusiasts too.

6. Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 7.0 Kids

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Searching for a tablet perfect for your children or maybe godchildren who will wait for your gifts this Christmas? This is the perfect and safest tablet to get that carries a dependable brand name - Samsung.

7. Sony Xperia Tablet Z

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This is another popular member of the tablet club that has the "slim-fast" elegance. It is water resistant, making it the best tablet to be by your side while you enjoy the outdoors, even when you are just right beside the pool.

What is your choice of tablet for a Christmas gift this 2013?