Category Breakdown
Asus Zenpad 8.0 Z380C
Lenovo A7
Performance
54.354.3
Camera
42.042.0
Display
70.570.5
Battery
43.543.5
Build
63.863.8
Overall
53.853.8
Summary
- The Asus Zenpad 8.0 Z380C features a larger 8.0-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 800 x 1280 pixels, while the Lenovo A7 has a 7.0-inch IPS LCD display with the same resolution but a higher pixel density of ~216 ppi.
- In terms of performance, both tablets are equipped with quad-core processors and 8GB of RAM, but the Zenpad uses an Intel Atom chipset, whereas the A7 is powered by a Mediatek chipset.
- Both devices have a 5 MP rear camera and a 2 MP front camera, offering similar photographic capabilities.
- The Zenpad has a larger 4000 mAh battery compared to the A7's 3450 mAh, potentially providing longer usage time.
- Software-wise, the Zenpad runs on Android 5.0, while the A7 operates on an older version, Android 4.2.2, which can be upgraded to 4.4.2.
- Overall, the Zenpad offers a slightly better build quality and software experience, while the A7 has a more compact design and higher pixel density.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Asus Zenpad 8.0 Z380C
Lenovo A7
General
Release Date
2015
2014
Announced
2015
2014
Description
N/A
Versions:Lenovo A3500-F - Wi-Fi only (Mediatek MT8381)Lenovo A3500-H - Wi-Fi + 3G (Data only)Lenovo A3500-HV - Wi-Fi + 3G (Voice)
Display
Size
8"
7"
Type
IPS LCD
IPS LCD
Resolution
800 x 1280 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~189 ppi density)
800 x 1280 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~216 ppi density)
PPI
800
800
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
Peak Brightness
N/A
N/A
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
Oleophobic coating
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Intel Atom x3-C3200
Mediatek MT8382 (28 nm)
CPU
Quad-core
Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7
GPU
Mali-450MP4
Mali-400MP2
Memory
8GB 1GB RAM, 16GB 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 Details
5 MP, AF2 MP, no AF
5 MP
Front Camera
2 MP
2 MP
Front Camera Details
2 MPVGA
2 MP
Video Recording
Yes
Yes
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
OIS
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
RAW Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
4000 mAh
3450 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Po 4000 mAh, non-removable (15.2 Wh)
Li-Ion 3450 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Design
Dimensions
209 x 123 x 8.5 mm (8.23 x 4.84 x 0.33 in)
198 x 121.2 x 9.9 mm (7.80 x 4.77 x 0.39 in)
Weight
350 g
320 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Water Resistance
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black, White, Aurora Metallic
Blue
Foldable
✗
✗
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 b/g/n, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth
4.0, A2DP
4.0, A2DP
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS
GPS - cellular model only
Software
Operating System
Android 5.0 (Lollipop)
Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 4.4.2 (KitKat)
OS Version
Android 5.0 (Lollipop)
Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 4.4.2 (KitKat)
Security
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, compass
Accelerometer, proximity
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes

