Overall Score
53.7Category Breakdown
Overall(#7277)53.7
Performance(#6996)54.3
Camera(#8670)41.9
Display(#3393)70.5
Battery(#4612)43.5
Build(#11903)63.8
Comparisons Featuring HP 8
Short Review
- The HP 8 features a compact design with dimensions of 200.3 x 136.3 x 8 mm and a weight of 313 grams, providing a solid feel in hand.
- Its 7.85-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 768 x 1024 pixels, delivering decent visuals with a 4:3 aspect ratio.
- Performance is powered by a quad-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A7 processor and 1GB of RAM, which may limit multitasking capabilities.
- The rear camera is 2 MP, suitable for basic photography, while the front lacks a dedicated selfie camera.
- Battery life is supported by a 3800 mAh capacity, although it does not feature fast or wireless charging.
- The device runs on Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean), providing access to a range of apps, albeit with an older software experience.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0, but it lacks 5G support.
- The inclusion of stereo speakers enhances audio output, and a headphone jack is available for wired listening.
- Overall, the HP 8 is a basic tablet that meets essential needs without advanced features.
- Its silver finish adds a touch of elegance to its straightforward design.
Specifications
General
Release Date2014
Announced2014
DescriptionTablet with no support for GSM voice communication, SMS, and MMS
Display
Size7.85"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution768 x 1024 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~163 ppi density)
PPI768
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetAllwinner A31
CPUQuad-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUN/A
Memory16GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera2 MP
Main Camera Details2 MP
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera DetailsVGA
Video RecordingYes
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3800 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 3800 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions200.3 x 136.3 x 8 mm (7.89 x 5.37 x 0.31 in)
Weight313 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsSilver
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNo
NetworkNo cellular connectivity
Network SpeedN/A
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningNo
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean)
OS VersionAndroid 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackYes