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HP TouchPad#8742

Released: 2011

HP TouchPad

Overall Score

52.2

Category Breakdown

Overall(#8742)52.2
Performance(#11726)51.3
Camera(#9612)41.8
Display(#6229)67.5
Battery(#4608)43.5
Build(#11900)63.8

Comparisons Featuring HP TouchPad

Short Review

  • The HP TouchPad features a solid build with dimensions of 240 x 190 x 13.7 mm and a weight of 740 grams, giving it a substantial feel.
  • Its 9.7-inch LED-backlit LCD display offers a resolution of 768 x 1024 pixels at a 4:3 aspect ratio, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 132 ppi.
  • Performance is driven by a Qualcomm APQ8060 Snapdragon S3 chipset, a dual-core 1.2 GHz Scorpion CPU, and an Adreno 220 GPU, supported by 1GB of RAM.
  • The device includes a 1.3 MP rear camera, but lacks video recording capabilities and has no front-facing camera.
  • The battery capacity is 6300 mAh, providing decent longevity, though it does not support fast or wireless charging.
  • Running on HP webOS 3.0, the software offers a unique user experience, complemented by stereo speakers and a headphone jack.
  • Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n and Bluetooth 2.1, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
  • The TouchPad lacks water resistance and is available only in black.
  • Overall, it presents a mix of solid design and moderate performance for its time.
  • Special features include the multitasking capabilities of webOS, enhancing user productivity.

Specifications

General

Release Date2011
Announced2011
DescriptionTablet with no support for GSM voice communication, SMS, and MMS.

Display

Size9.7"
TypeLED-backlit LCD,
Resolution768 x 1024 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~132 ppi density)
PPI768
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetQualcomm APQ8060 Snapdragon S3
CPUDual-core 1.2 GHz Scorpion
GPUAdreno 220
Memory16GB 1GB RAM, 32GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotNo

Camera

Main Camera1.3 MP
Main Camera Details1.3 MP
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera DetailsN/A
Video RecordingNo
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS
Night Mode
RAW Support

Battery

Capacity6300 mAh
Battery DetailsNon-removable Li-Ion 6300 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Design

Dimensions240 x 190 x 13.7 mm (9.45 x 7.48 x 0.54 in)
Weight740 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable

Connectivity

SIMNo
NetworkNo cellular connectivity
Network SpeedN/A
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band
Bluetooth2.1, A2DP, EDR
NFC
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningNo

Software

Operating SystemHP webOS 3.0
OS VersionHP webOS 3.0

Security

Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackYes