Acer Predator 8
#4493
Lenovo A8
#4600Category Breakdown
Acer Predator 8
Lenovo A8
Performance
58.243.6
Camera
19.139.6
Display
60.657.7
Battery
30.229.5
Build
0.20.2
Connectivity
17.928.5
Audio
99.386.6
Overall
33.132.3
Summary
- The Acer Predator 8 features a higher resolution 8-inch IPS LCD display at 1920 x 1200 pixels, offering better clarity compared to the Lenovo A8's 800 x 1280 pixels.
- In terms of performance, the Predator 8 is powered by an Intel Atom x7-Z8700 chipset with 2GB of RAM, while the A8 uses a Mediatek MT8382 with 1GB of RAM, resulting in superior multitasking capabilities for the Predator 8.
- Both devices have a 5 MP rear camera and a 2 MP front camera, but the video recording capabilities of the A8 are unspecified.
- The Predator 8 has a slightly larger 4420 mAh battery compared to the A8's 4200 mAh, providing marginally better endurance.
- In terms of software experience, the Predator 8 runs on Android 5.0, offering a more updated interface than the A8's Android 4.2.2.
- Build quality is similar, with the Predator 8 being slightly lighter and thinner than the A8.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Acer Predator 8
Lenovo A8
General
Release Date
2015
2014
Announced
2015
2014
Description
N/A
Versions:Lenovo A5500-F - Wi-Fi only (Mediatek MT8121)Lenovo A5500-H - Wi-Fi + 3G (Data only)Lenovo A5500-HV - Wi-Fi + 3G (Voice)
Display
Size
8"
8"
Type
IPS LCD
IPS LCD
Resolution
1920 x 1200 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~283 ppi density)
800 x 1280 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~189 ppi density)
PPI
1920
800
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Intel Atom x7-Z8700
Mediatek MT8382 (28 nm)
CPU
Quad-core 1.6 GHz
Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7
GPU
N/A
Mali-400MP2
Memory
32GB 2GB RAM, 64GB 2GB RAM
8GB 1GB RAM, 16GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
5 MP
5 MP
Main Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Front Camera
2 MP
2 MP
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
Yes
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
4420 mAh
4200 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Po 4420 mAh, non-removable
Li-Ion 4200 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
217.9 x 127 x 8.6 mm (8.58 x 5.0 x 0.34 in)
217 x 136 x 8.9 mm (8.54 x 5.35 x 0.35 in)
Weight
353.8 g
360 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black/Silver
Black, White, Yellow, Red
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
No
Micro-SIM - cellular model only
Network
No cellular connectivity
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
N/A
HSPA - cellular model only
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth
4.0, A2DP, LE
4.0, A2DP
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
N/A
GPS - cellular model only
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✓
✓
Loudspeaker
Yes, with stereo speakers (4 speakers)
Yes, with stereo speakers (3G models only)
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 5.0 (Lollipop)
Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Yes
Accelerometer