Overall Score
54.9Category Breakdown
Overall(#5389)54.9
Performance(#5439)57.9
Camera(#5723)42.1
Display(#4644)70.5
Battery(#7428)43.5
Build(#12181)63.8
Comparisons Featuring Asus Zenpad Z8
Short Review
- The Asus Zenpad Z8 features a compact design with dimensions of 205.2 mm x 136.4 mm and a weight of 320.1g, making it portable yet sturdy.
- Its 7.9-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1536 x 2048 pixels, providing sharp visuals at approximately 324 ppi.
- Performance is driven by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 650 chipset, with a hexa-core CPU and Adreno 510 GPU, supported by 2GB of RAM for multitasking.
- The rear camera is 8 MP, capable of video recording, but lacks optical image stabilization and a front camera.
- The battery capacity is 4680 mAh, ensuring decent longevity, though it does not support fast or wireless charging.
- Running on Android 6.0 Marshmallow, the software experience is basic and lacks updates to newer versions.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The device includes a microUSB 2.0 port and a headphone jack, catering to traditional accessory needs.
- The Zenpad Z8 does not feature stereo speakers or water resistance, limiting its multimedia capabilities.
- Overall, it is a straightforward tablet with essential features for everyday use.
Specifications
General
Release Date2016
Announced2016
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size7.9"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1536 x 2048 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~324 ppi density)
PPI1536
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8956 Snapdragon 650
CPUHexa-core (4x1.4 GHz Cortex-A53 & 2x1.8 GHz Cortex-A72)
GPUAdreno 510
Memory16GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera8 MP
Main Camera Details8 MP
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera DetailsYes
Video RecordingYes
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity4680 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 4680 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions205.2 mm x 136.4 mm x (unknown thickness) mm
Weight320.1 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMMicro-SIM (built-in)
NetworkLTE
Network SpeedLTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 6.0 (Marshmallow)
OS VersionAndroid 6.0 (Marshmallow)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes, dual speakers
Audio JackYes