Magic: The Gathering Arena, popularly referred to as MTG Arena, is a free-to-play digital collectible card game developed and published by Wizards of the Coast. MTG Arena can now be found on iOS and Android-powered devices. Previously played on PCs, smartphones, and tablets, users can now join in on the fun and cross-play with players using PCs across the globe using their Wizard account to log in. However, for the game to perform optimally on your mobile device, you need to make sure it meets all the basic requirements.
Mobile tablets Supported by MTG Arena
Due to an increase in devices being launched into the market, several devices can install and launch the game. It is best to check your phone’s software and system information to ascertain compatibility before installing. Here on this Magic the Gathering fansite, you can find a shortlist of some of the best tablets you can use to play the game.
IPad Pro M1
Players from around the world have patiently been waiting for the launch of MTG Arena for IOS. This game has been available on the Mac since 2020 but has now made its way into the iPad Pro M1. The best part about playing this game on your iPhone is that you don’t have to restart your game every time you log in; all you need is to log in from your previous account to continue your progress. Furthermore, there is minimal difference between this version and the physical Magical card game. You can still summon monsters and lands and battle other players as much as you want. For Apple devices, the recommended version is iOS14 onwards with a RAM of 4GB, graphics of OpenGL ES 3.0, and a texture comparison of ETC2.
The iPad Pro 12 is one of the top choices for Apple customers when looking for a tablet to play the MGT Arena. Launched a few months ago, on May twenty-first this year, the tablet features an iPadOS 14.5.1 operating system that can be upgraded to iPadOS 14.6 and an Apple M1 chipset. It also features an Octa-core CPU and RAM of 8GB and 16GB.
Samsung Galaxy A71 5G
The Wizards of the Coast have made MTG Arena available for Android-powered devices through Google Play Store. Samsung is known for producing some of the top-quality products that guarantee excellent performance. The Samsung Galaxy A71 5G meets the cut for one of the best tablets to launch the game. It features an Android 10 version that can be upgraded to 11 and One UI 3.0. It has an Exynos 980 (8nm) chipset and a CPU of Octa-core (2×2.2 GHz Cortex-A77 &6X1.8 GHz Cortex A55) and a6GB RAM. With these features, this device can effectively launch MTG Arena and give you a seamless gaming experience.
Huawei MatePad Pro 5G
Huawei has recently hit the market with a loud bang, producing mobile devices that compete against heavyweights such as Apple and Samsung in terms of features. The launch of 5G-enabled devices has propelled them even further. When it comes to providing a fantastic gaming experience, the company does not disappoint its Huawei MatePad Pro 5G. Released back in 2019, this model features an Android ten operating system and EMUI 10. Unfortunately, it doesn’t have Google Play Service. It is fitted with a Kirin 990 5G (7nm+) chipset with a CPU of Octa-core (2×2.86 GHz Cortex-A76 & 2×2.36 GHz Cortex-A76 & 4X1.95 GHz Cortex-A55) and an 8GB RAM with UFS 3.0.
Xiaomi Redmi 10x Pro 5G
Xiaomi has recently made an entry into the phone industry, producing top-quality mobile devices for clients across the globe. This phone has grown in popularity for its excellent camera, robust security features, sleek design, and impressive performance. In addition, gamers can now enjoy a smooth gaming experience with the latest version of the Xiaomi Redmi 10x Pro 5G, released back in 2020 on June sixth. This model features an Android 10 version with MIUI 11 and a MediaTek MT6875 Dimensity 820 5G (7nm) chipset. It also features an Octa-core (4×2.6 GHz Cortex-A76 & 4X2.0GHz Cortex-A55) CPU and an 8GB RAM.
LG G7 ThinQ
LG has built a reputation over the years for producing several high-end electronic devices. However, they do not disappoint when designing and producing some of the best mobile devices on the market. One of the latest releases, the LG G7 ThinQ, is considered one of the best gaming tablets capable of installing and launching MGT Arena. With this model, you can log onto your account and continue your game competing against your friends and other gamers from all over the world. This is an ideal choice for the game because its Android 8.0 operating system can be upgraded to Android 10. It also features a Qualcomm SDM845 Snapdragon 845(10nm) chipset and an Octa-core (4×2.8 GHz Kryo 385 Gold & 4×1.7 GHz Kryo 385 Silver) CPU. It also comes with 4GB RAM completing all the basic requirements to launch the game successfully.
For players who are unaware of what to look for when shopping or looking for a tablet to install and launch the game, Wizards of the Coast provides a detailed recommendation for specifications needed for the MTG Arena mobile app.
• Apple users need an iOS version of iOS13 and above.
• You need an Android version of 6.0(Marshmallow) 0r a more recent version for Android-powered devices.
• Your Graphics API should be OpenGL ES 3.0
• Texture Compression- ETC2.
• There are three options when it comes to chipsets; you can go with:
Kirin 960 and over
Snapdragon 835 and above
Or Exynos 8895.
The mobile app features various game formats, events, deck building, mastery system, current card sets, and more. You can also find tutorials that explain the game and even give you a chance to practice against an AI before going against actual opponents.