Overall Score
56.1Category Breakdown
Overall(#4929)56.1
Performance(#6999)54.3
Camera(#5181)42.1
Display(#3396)70.5
Battery(#1835)58.5
Build(#11906)63.8
Comparisons Featuring HP Pro Slate 8
Short Review
- The HP Pro Slate 8 features a sleek design with dimensions of 207 x 137 x 8 mm and a weight of 350g, making it portable yet sturdy.
- Its 7.86-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1536 x 2048 pixels, providing sharp visuals with a pixel density of approximately 326 ppi.
- Performance is driven by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 chipset, a quad-core 2.3 GHz CPU, and 2GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking.
- The device includes an 8 MP rear camera capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the 2 MP front camera is suitable for basic selfies.
- A 5900 mAh battery supports extended usage but lacks fast or wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 4.4.4 (KitKat), the software experience is basic, with no updates to newer versions.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, and NFC, but it does not support 5G.
- The device is equipped with stereo speakers and a headphone jack, enhancing audio experiences.
- Overall, the HP Pro Slate 8 combines a solid build with decent performance and display quality, though it may feel dated in terms of software and features.
Specifications
General
Release Date2015
Announced2015
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size7.86"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1536 x 2048 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~326 ppi density)
PPI1536
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 4
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm Snapdragon 800 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 2.3 GHz Krait 400
GPUAdreno 330
Memory16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera8 MP
Main Camera Details8 MP, AF
Front Camera2 MP
Front Camera Details2 MP
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity5900 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 5900 mAh, non-removable (21 Wh)
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions207 x 137 x 8 mm (8.15 x 5.39 x 0.31 in)
Weight350 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsGray
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0 (SlimPort)
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 4.4.4 (KitKat)
OS VersionAndroid 4.4.4 (KitKat)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackYes