Asus Transformer Prime TF201
#5234
Toshiba Excite Write
#5156Category Breakdown
Asus Transformer Prime TF201
Toshiba Excite Write
Performance
54.360.1
Camera
19.139.6
Display
77.449.1
Battery
3.23.2
Build
0.20.2
Connectivity
23.120.2
Audio
87.687.6
Overall
28.729.0
Summary
- The Asus Transformer Prime TF201 features a Super IPS+ LCD display with a resolution of 1280 x 800 pixels, while the Toshiba Excite Write offers a higher resolution LED-backlit IPS LCD at 2560 x 1600 pixels, resulting in a sharper image.
- In terms of performance, the TF201 is powered by the Nvidia Tegra 3 chipset with a quad-core Cortex-A9 CPU, whereas the Excite Write uses the more advanced Tegra 4 with a quad-core Cortex-A15 CPU, providing better processing capabilities.
- Both tablets have an 8 MP rear camera, but the Excite Write benefits from improved software for video capabilities.
- The TF201 has a battery capacity of 25,000 mAh, while the Excite Write has a larger 33,000 mAh battery, potentially offering longer usage.
- The software experience differs as the TF201 runs Android 3.2 (upgradable to 4.0), while the Excite Write operates on Android 4.2.1, providing a more updated interface and features.
- Build quality is comparable, with the TF201 being slightly lighter at 586g versus the Excite Write's 671g, though both maintain a similar 10.1-inch form factor.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Asus Transformer Prime TF201
Toshiba Excite Write
General
Release Date
2011
2013
Announced
2011
2013
Description
Tablet with no support for GSM voice communication, SMS, and MMS
N/A
Display
Size
10.1"
10.1"
Type
Super IPS+ LCD,
LED-backlit IPS LCD
Resolution
1280 x 800 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~149 ppi density)
2560 x 1600 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~299 ppi density)
PPI
1280
2560
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Nvidia Tegra 3
Nvidia Tegra 4
CPU
Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A9
Quad-core Cortex-A15
GPU
ULP GeForce
ULP GeForce
Memory
32GB 1GB RAM, 64GB 1GB RAM
32GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
8 MP, AF
8 MP, AF
Main Camera Features
LED flash
LED flash
Front Camera
1.2 MP
1.2 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
25 mAh
33 mAh
Battery Details
Non-removable Li-Po battery (25 Wh)
Li-Po (33 Wh)
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
263 x 180.8 x 8.3 mm (10.35 x 7.12 x 0.33 in)
261.6 x 177.8 x 10.2 mm (10.30 x 7.00 x 0.40 in)
Weight
586 g
671.3 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Amethyst Gray, Champagne Gold
Silver
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
No
No
Network
No cellular connectivity
No cellular connectivity
Network Speed
N/A
N/A
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band
Bluetooth
Yes
4.0, A2DP
NFC
✗
✗
USB
2.0
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, A-GPS
GPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✓
✓
Loudspeaker
Yes, with stereo speakers
Yes, with stereo speakers
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 3.2 (Honeycomb), upgradable to 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
Android 4.2.1 (Jelly Bean)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, gyro, compass
Accelerometer, gyro, compass