Overall Score
54.9Category Breakdown
Overall(#5385)54.9
Performance(#7472)54.3
Camera(#6791)42.0
Display(#3831)70.5
Battery(#3173)51.0
Build(#11972)63.8
Comparisons Featuring Nvidia Shield LTE
Short Review
- The Nvidia Shield LTE features a robust design with dimensions of 221 x 126 x 9.2 mm and a weight of 390g, making it portable yet substantial.
- Its 8.0-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1920 x 1200 pixels, providing clear visuals at approximately 283 ppi, though it lacks HDR support.
- Performance is driven by the Nvidia Tegra K1 chipset, with a quad-core 2.2 GHz Cortex-A15 CPU and a ULP GeForce Kepler GPU, complemented by 32GB of storage and 2GB of RAM.
- The camera system includes a 5 MP rear camera with autofocus and a 5 MP front camera, suitable for basic photography and video.
- The 5400 mAh battery ensures extended usage, though it does not support fast charging or wireless capabilities.
- Running on Android 4.4.2, upgradable to 4.4.4, the software experience is relatively dated but functional.
- The device includes stereo speakers and a headphone jack, enhancing audio output.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.0, but it lacks 5G and NFC support.
- Overall, the Nvidia Shield LTE is designed primarily for gaming and media consumption, with features that cater to those needs.
- Its build quality and performance make it a solid choice for users seeking a dedicated device for entertainment.
Specifications
General
Release Date2014
Announced2014
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size8"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1920 x 1200 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~283 ppi density)
PPI1920
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetNvidia Tegra K1
CPUQuad-core 2.2 GHz Cortex-A15
GPUULP GeForce Kepler (192 cores)
Memory32GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera5 MP
Main Camera Details5 MP, AF
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP
Video RecordingYes
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity5400 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 5400 mAh, non-removable (19.75 Wh)
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions221 x 126 x 9.2 mm (8.70 x 4.96 x 0.36 in)
Weight390 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMMicro-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 4.4.4 (KitKat)
OS VersionAndroid 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 4.4.4 (KitKat)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackYes