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Acer Aspire Switch 10 4G (2GB + 64GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£310RAM capacity:2 GBInternal storage:64 GBScreen size:10.1 inchesChipset:Intel Atom Z8300

Acer Aspire Switch 10 4G (2GB + 64GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 29 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

6.9/10

Overall score

Score
6.9/ 10
✕
What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 52% of models
Score components

35%

5.3

Technical score

30%

?

List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

25%

8.0

Reviews score

10%

8.5

Sentiment score

▼Worse than 52% of tablets
7.5

Value for money

Value for money
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 57% of models
Score components

70%

6.9

Overall score

30%

8.9

Price

▼Worse than 57%
5.3

Technical score

Technical score
5.3/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components

22%

5.5

Performance

20%

5.2

Display

16%

4.1

Camera

14%

4.9

Battery

12%

6.1

Connectivity

8%

6.9

Software

5%

4.9

Design

3%

4.8

Audio

▼Worse than 78%
8.0

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
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▲ Better than 60% of models

80%

7.8

Average grade

20%

8.7

Popularity

Grades by review (29)
23 reviews: 12 with a printed score, 11 estimated from the review. 6 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
▲Better than 60%
?

List score

List score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
Not in any best-of list yet
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £310
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.

What reviewers say about the Acer Aspire Switch 10 4G (2GB + 64GB)

Based on 23 · 7

Reviewers praise the display, screen modes and speakers, but criticise weak battery life, wobbly stability and cramped storage.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
Pick a topic to see who said what

What owners say about the Acer Aspire Switch 10 4G (2GB + 64GB)

Based on 106 owners sharing their experience in online comments

58%positive8%mixed34%negative

Owners value the fixes that bring this aging tablet back to life, but recurring power and hardware failures frustrate them.

What owners dislike

  • Owners say the tablet suddenly won't power on, or shuts off within a minute of unplugging, sometimes after an update or BIOS change.60
  • Owners say the battery lasts only about 3 hours or less, charges slowly, and sometimes stops charging, even when plugged in and in use.13
  • Owners say the tablet gets stuck in an endless restart loop between the Acer logo and Windows recovery; long power holds sometimes help.12
  • Owners say the ribbon cable and magnetic connector on the tablet side can come loose, and the cable clasp is hard to open or re-seat.12
  • Owners say the keyboard, touchpad, power or volume buttons stop responding, sometimes after a Windows update, and a 30-second hold sometimes helps.10
  • Owners say major Windows 10 updates break trackpad, Wifi, audio or touchscreen; installing an Intel driver first, then the update, helps.9
  • Owners report the screen going black, showing black lines, or staying black after the Acer logo appears.8
  • Owners say the internal Wi-Fi drops out or works only briefly, and has weak range and no 5GHz support, struggling about 5 meters away.5
  • Owners say sound disappears after a Windows update or driver install, and they struggle to find the correct audio drivers.4
  • Owners say the built-in hard drive failed or wasn't detected, and some swapped in an SSD, which then worked fine.4

Points mentioned by at least 3 owners, most mentioned first.

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Technical Specifications of tablet Acer Aspire Switch 10 4G (2GB + 64GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.3/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components:

22%

5.5

Performance

20%

5.2

Display

16%

4.1

Camera

14%

4.9

Battery

12%

6.1

Connectivity

8%

6.9

Software

5%

4.9

Design

3%

4.8

Audio

5.3
Reviews score
8.0
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 57% of models
Score components:

70%

6.9

Overall score

30%

8.9

Price

7.5
RAM capacity
2 GB
Market range: <1 GB – >8 GB
This tablet has 2 GB of RAM, which is less than 61.3% of tablets and equal to 15.5% of tablets.
Process node
22 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 22 nm process, which is larger than 57.9% of tablets and equal to 7.2% of tablets.
Internal storage
64 GB
Market range: <16 GB – >256 GB
This tablet has 64 GB of internal storage, which is more than 39.1% of tablets and equal to 17% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
?
Chipset
Intel Atom Z8300
This tablet runs on Intel Atom Z8300, which is less advanced than 76.6% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Screen resolution
1280×800
This tablet has a 1280×800 screen, which is less sharp than 68.1% of tablets and equal to 21.7% of tablets.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >120 Hz
This tablet has a 60 Hz screen, which is smoother than 0.1% of tablets and equal to 73.4% of tablets.
Display type
IPS LCD
This tablet uses a IPS LCD display type. 17% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
155 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 155 ppi, which is lower than 84.5% of tablets and equal to 1.9% of tablets.
Display glass type
Corning Gorilla Glass 3
This tablet protects its screen with Corning Gorilla Glass 3, which is more durable than 80.2% of tablets and the same as 11.2% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical stabilisation. 0.4% of tablets offer this.
Main camera megapixels
2 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a rear camera with 2 MP resolution, which is lower than 93.6% of tablets and equal to 5.6% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
2 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 2 MP resolution, which is lower than 53.8% of tablets and equal to 25.5% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
N/A
Optical zoom
N/A
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Battery capacity
5,910 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 5,910 mAh battery capacity, which is smaller than 58.9% of tablets and equal to 0.1% of tablets.
Charging speed
18 W
Market range: <10 W – >45 W
This tablet charges at 18 W, which is faster than 48% of tablets and equal to 12.3% of tablets.
Battery life
7.65 hours
Market range: <7 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 7.65 hours, which is shorter than that of 84.4% of tablets and equal to that of 0.1% of tablets.
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets offer this.
Fast charging
yes
This tablet supports fast charging. 43.2% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
LTE support
yes
This tablet has built-in LTE. 57.1% of tablets offer this.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This tablet connects to Wi-Fi. 0.2% of tablets offer this.
GPS
no
This tablet does not have built-in GPS. 82.9% of tablets offer this.
5G connectivity
no
This tablet does not support 5G. 8.1% of tablets offer this.
NFC
no
This tablet does not include NFC. 10.8% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
Windows
This tablet uses the Windows operating system, which is less advanced than the one used by 84.2%.
Update support duration
short
This tablet offers short update support, which is shorter than the support period of 52.4% of tablets and equal to that of 47.6% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
yes
This tablet supports direct OS updates. 20.3% of tablets offer this.
On-device AI
no
This tablet does not support on-device AI. 28.3% of tablets support this capability.
App tracking protection
no
This tablet does not support app tracking protection. 28.4% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
IP rating
not rated
This tablet's IP rating is not rated, which is less protected than 16.5% of tablets and the same as 83.6% of tablets.
Weight
610 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 610 g, which is heavier than 78.7% of tablets and equal to 0.4% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.7% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
yes
This tablet supports a keyboard accessory. 15.8% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
N/A
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What reviewers say
Number of microphones
1
Market range: <1 – >3
This tablet has a microphone array of 1, which is more than 0.2% of tablets and equal to 54.8% of tablets.
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this.
Dolby Atmos support
no
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.3% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
2
Market range: <2 – >4
This tablet includes 2 speakers, which is more than in 9.8% of tablets and equal to the number in 60.8% of tablets.
FM radio
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say

Acer Aspire Switch 10 4G (2GB + 64GB) vs the average tablet

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  • Supports LTE
    This tablet supports LTE, while the average tablet does not. 42.9% of tablets support LTE.
  • Monitors battery health
    This tablet monitors battery health, while the average tablet does not. 36.7% of tablets monitor battery health.
  • Supports cellular data
    This tablet supports cellular data, while the average tablet does not. 47.4% of tablets offer this.
  • 14.3% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.0/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▲ Better than 60% of models

    80%

    7.8

    Average grade

    20%

    8.7

    Popularity

    Grades by review (29)
    23 reviews: 12 with a printed score, 11 estimated from the review. 6 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.0 vs 7.0
  • More durable glass
    This tablet has more durable glass than the average tablet (Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs Corning Gorilla Glass). The average tablet uses Corning Gorilla Glass.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • Fingerprint unlocking
    This tablet supports fingerprint unlocking, while the average tablet does not. 16% of tablets offer this.
    Rear-mounted fingerprint scanner.
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Intel Atom Z8300 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Intel Atom Z8300 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • Supports HDMI output
    This tablet supports HDMI output, while the average tablet does not. 49.8% of tablets offer this.
    micro-HDMI port
  • 14.3% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.0/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▲ Better than 60% of models

    80%

    7.8

    Average grade

    20%

    8.7

    Popularity

    Grades by review (29)
    23 reviews: 12 with a printed score, 11 estimated from the review. 6 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.0 vs 7.0
  • 13.3% higher sentiment score
    8.5 vs 7.5
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Intel Atom Z8300 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Intel Atom Z8300 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • More durable glass
    This tablet has more durable glass than the average tablet (Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs Corning Gorilla Glass). The average tablet uses Corning Gorilla Glass.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • 7 nits higher typical brightness
    This tablet has a higher typical brightness than the average tablet (407 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    407 nits vs 400 nits
  • Monitors battery health
    This tablet monitors battery health, while the average tablet does not. 36.7% of tablets monitor battery health.
  • Supports LTE
    This tablet supports LTE, while the average tablet does not. 42.9% of tablets support LTE.
  • Supports cellular data
    This tablet supports cellular data, while the average tablet does not. 47.4% of tablets offer this.
  • Fingerprint unlocking
    This tablet supports fingerprint unlocking, while the average tablet does not. 16% of tablets offer this.
    Rear-mounted fingerprint scanner.
  • Supports HDMI output
    This tablet supports HDMI output, while the average tablet does not. 49.8% of tablets offer this.
    micro-HDMI port
  • No USB-C port
    This tablet does not have a USB Type-C port, while the average tablet does. 54% of tablets have one.
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (4 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    4 vs 8
  • 6 MP lower rear resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution rear camera than the average tablet (2 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a rear camera of 8 MP.
    2 MP vs 8 MP
  • Shorter update support
    This tablet offers shorter update support than the average tablet (short vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    short vs medium
  • 3 MP lower front resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution front camera than the average tablet (2 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    2 MP vs 5 MP
  • Less advanced operating system
    This tablet runs on a less advanced operating system than the average tablet (Windows vs Android). Operating system choice shapes app support, updates, and ecosystem features.
    Windows vs Android
  • 2.35 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (7.7 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    7.65 hours vs 10 hours
  • No continuous video AF
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (4 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    4 vs 8
  • 2 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM than the average tablet (2 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    2 GB vs 4 GB
  • No big.LITTLE architecture
    This tablet does not support big.LITTLE architecture, while the average tablet does. 51.7% of tablets support big.LITTLE architecture.
  • 52.2% slower GPU clock
    This tablet runs its GPU slower than the average tablet (311 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet runs its GPU at 650 MHz.
    311 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • 28.9% less memory bandwidth
    This tablet has less memory bandwidth than the average tablet (10.6 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has 14.9 GB/s of memory bandwidth.
    10.6 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • 57.1% larger process node
    This tablet has a larger process node than the average tablet (22 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet is built on 14 nm.
    22 nm vs 14 nm
  • More basic graphics
    This tablet has less advanced graphics than the average tablet (Intel HD Graphics vs Mali-G51).
    Intel HD Graphics vs Mali-G51
  • 5 years older
    This tablet was released earlier than the average tablet (2014 vs 2019). The average tablet was released in 2019.
    May 2014
    2014 vs 2019
  • 29.9% softer screen detail
    This tablet has softer screen detail than the average tablet (155 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    155 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • Less sharp display
    This tablet has a less sharp screen than the average tablet (1280×800 vs 1920×1200).
    1,280×800 vs 1,920×1,200
  • Less vivid contrast
    This tablet has less contrast than the average tablet (777:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    777:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 6 MP lower rear resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution rear camera than the average tablet (2 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a rear camera of 8 MP.
    2 MP vs 8 MP
  • 3 MP lower front resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution front camera than the average tablet (2 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    2 MP vs 5 MP
  • No continuous video AF
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • No tap-to-focus
    This tablet does not support touch autofocus, while the average tablet does. 83% of tablets support touch autofocus.
  • No manual exposure control
    This tablet does not support manual exposure, while the average tablet does. 63.6% of tablets support manual exposure.
  • No HDR photo mode
    This tablet does not have HDR photo mode, the average tablet does. 79.8% of tablets support HDR photo mode.
  • No manual white balance
    This tablet does not support manual white balance, while the average tablet does. 51.5% of tablets support manual white balance.
  • No backside-illuminated sensor
    This tablet does not have a BSI sensor, while the average tablet does. 52.6% of tablets have a BSI sensor.
  • No timelapse video
    This tablet does not support timelapse video, while the average tablet does. 57.5% of tablets support timelapse video.
  • 2.35 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (7.7 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    7.65 hours vs 10 hours
  • 10.5% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a smaller battery capacity than the average tablet (5,910 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    5,910 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • No USB-C port
    This tablet does not have a USB Type-C port, while the average tablet does. 54% of tablets have one.
  • Older Wi-Fi standard
    This tablet has an older Wi-Fi standard than the average tablet (Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)).
    Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
  • No GPS
    This tablet does not include GPS, while the average tablet does. 82.9% of tablets include GPS.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This tablet has an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (4 vs 5).
    4 vs 5
  • No face recognition
    This tablet does not have face recognition, the average tablet does. 56.4% of tablets support face recognition.
  • Shorter update support
    This tablet offers shorter update support than the average tablet (short vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    short vs medium
  • Less advanced operating system
    This tablet runs on a less advanced operating system than the average tablet (Windows vs Android). Operating system choice shapes app support, updates, and ecosystem features.
    Windows vs Android
  • No camera and mic privacy
    This tablet does not support camera and mic privacy, while the average tablet does. 56.6% of tablets offer this.
  • No full-page screenshots
    This tablet does not support full-page screenshots, the average tablet does. 53% of tablets support full-page screenshots.
  • 24.5% heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (610 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    610 g vs 490 g
  • 2.95 mm thicker
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (11 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    10.95 mm vs 8 mm
  • 86.7 mm wider
    This tablet is wider than the average tablet (262 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    262 mm vs 175.3 mm

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

8.0
Hands-On Tech
≈ estimated
12/09/2014
Hands-on review · battery, keyboard and performance tests
Verdict
Acer Aspire Switch 10 4G is good value for a Windows hybrid, but buy it mainly for students and expect a mushy keyboard.
9.0
My Next Tablet
≈ estimated
07/08/2014
Hands-on review · build, screen, keyboard and performance tests
Verdict
Acer Aspire Switch 10 4G is a very good tablet with a keyboard dock, recommended for Windows 8.1 buyers wanting a 10-inch device.
9.0
Steve “Chippy” Paine
≈ estimated
11/07/2014
Full review · two weeks of testing and comparison
Verdict
Acer Aspire Switch 10 4G is a well-balanced package and the better pick over the T100 if battery life matters less.
9.0
MobileTechReview
≈ estimated
06/06/2014
Hands-on review · playback, performance and battery tests
Verdict
Acer Aspire Switch 10 4G has strong keyboard, display and portability, and it is hard to go wrong for the price.
8.0
BASIC thinking
≈ estimated
29/04/2014
First look · hands-on modes and keyboard
Verdict
Acer Aspire Switch 10 4G is a very interesting concept with excellent build quality, likely to appeal to netbook fans.
8.0
PhoneArena
≈ estimated
29/04/2014
Hands-on video · first look at press event
Verdict
Acer Aspire Switch 10 4G has a pretty competitive price, and its several usage modes make it interesting.
Not graded
Not graded
Overview video
Brand video
Overview video

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
uk.pcmag.com
✓ explicit
28/08/2014
Lab test · Detachable Windows tablet
Verdict
The Acer Aspire Switch 10 is a dependable, flexible Windows tablet with a keyboard dock, but it tips over in laptop mode and its battery is short.
6.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
12/11/2014
Lab test · Budget hybrid tablet
Verdict
The Acer Aspire Switch 10 is an affordable hybrid whose bright screen and solid battery suit basic tasks, but its plastic build feels cheap and bends.
8.0
trustedreviews.com
≈ estimated
29/04/2014
Review · Convertible laptop-tablet
Verdict
The Acer Aspire Switch 10 is a versatile little convertible whose flip hinge and front speakers suit video and web browsing, not demanding work.
6.0
techadvisor.com
✓ explicit
11/07/2014
Benchmark review · Hybrid laptop
Verdict
The Acer Aspire Switch 10 is affordable and flexible with a bright screen, but its fiddly keyboard, weak performance and top-heavy design make it neither a strong laptop nor tablet.
8.0
mobiletechreview.com
≈ estimated
23/06/2014
Full review · Keyboard dock tablet
Verdict
The Acer Aspire Switch 10 is a good-value portable that runs full Windows, but its Atom processor is too slow for heavy work like video encoding.
8.0
stuff.tv
✓ explicit
21/08/2014
Review · Budget tablet-laptop hybrid
Verdict
The Acer Aspire Switch 10 is a bargain laptop-tablet hybrid with a magnetic joint that holds firm, though lining up the halves takes care and durability is a worry.
6.0
expertreviews.co.uk
✓ explicit
27/06/2014
Lab test · Tablet-laptop hybrid
Verdict
The Acer Aspire Switch 10 suits video and light work thanks to its excellent screen, but spongy keys and a six-hour battery hold it back.
7.0
liliputing.com
≈ estimated
02/07/2014
Hands-on review · Notebook-first hybrid
Verdict
The Acer Aspire Switch 10 makes a neat, portable Windows notebook for everyday work, but about five hours of battery and one USB port are its limits.
8.0
pcmag.com
✓ explicit
28/08/2014
Lab test · Detachable Windows tablet
Verdict
The Acer Aspire Switch 10 is a dependable, flexible Windows tablet for on-the-go use, with four modes, though it tips over easily and falls behind rivals on battery.
7.9
cnet.com
✓ explicit
01/08/2014
Hands-on review · Magnetic hybrid
Verdict
The Acer Aspire Switch 10 is a budget hybrid with a magnetic hinge that's easier to use than some rivals, but its Atom processor and 32GB base storage limit it.
7.8
notebookcheck.com
✓ explicit
14/07/2014
Lab test · Windows 2-in-1
Verdict
The Acer Aspire Switch 10 is a good all-rounder with a solid keyboard and Wi-Fi, but its battery lasts only about 3 hours at full load.
8.0
hardwareluxx.de
✓ explicit
04/08/2014
Hands-on test · Detachable laptop
Verdict
The Acer Aspire Switch 10 has a pleasant keyboard and sturdy build, but small keys, a cramped touchpad and a busy design hold it back.
6.4
computerbild.de
✓ explicit
28/07/2014
Hands-on test · Detachable notebook
Verdict
The Acer Aspire Switch 10 is a quiet, light tablet that doubles as a laptop, but its slow processor and small storage hold it back.
7.0
connect.de
≈ estimated
18/11/2015
Hands-on test · Special Edition
Verdict
The Acer Aspire Switch 10 Special Edition is a Full HD convertible with glass on both sides, but it's heavy and its screen tips back in laptop mode.
8.0
pcwelt.de
≈ estimated
29/04/2014
First test · Detachable Windows tablet
Verdict
The Acer Aspire Switch 10 is a well-built tablet-laptop combo with a comfortable keyboard, but the laptop falls over when its screen is pushed back far.
9.0
geeknetic.es
✓ explicit
18/10/2014
Full review · Hard-drive dock
Verdict
The Acer Aspire Switch 10 is a light, silent convertible whose hard-drive dock adds storage, but its small keyboard and tight space limit heavy use.
6.0
xataka.com
≈ estimated
23/04/2015
First impressions · Glass-back convertible
Verdict
The Acer Switch 10 second generation is a colourful convertible with a quick magnetic hinge, but its heavy screen tips the whole device over when tilted far.
7.0
xataka.com
≈ estimated
30/04/2014
First impressions · Budget Windows hybrid
Verdict
The Acer Aspire Switch 10 is a promising budget hybrid so far, with a solid magnetic joint and comfortable keyboard, but its soft trackpad and outdoor glare are weak points.
9.0
tabletpc.it
≈ estimated
17/06/2014
Full review · Budget Windows hybrid
Verdict
The Acer Aspire Switch 10 offers rare versatility at a very low price and beats pricier rivals, though it still feels plasticky and has no pen support.
7.0
tecnogazzetta.it
≈ estimated
02/12/2014
Review · Four-mode budget hybrid
Verdict
The Acer Aspire Switch 10 is a simple, solid hybrid with four modes that suits short trips and quick meetings, though its Atom chip makes desktop Windows sluggish.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Acer Aspire Switch 10 4G (2GB + 64GB)

  • Versatile 4-in-1 design (notebook, tablet, tent, and display modes) enabled by a flexible magnetic hinge
  • Vibrant IPS display with good color accuracy and wide viewing angles
  • Magnetic docking mechanism is strong and allows for easy detaching/reattaching without mechanical latches
  • Front-facing stereo speakers provide clear and impressively loud audio for a small device
  • Includes a free activation code for Microsoft Office Home & Student in many regions
  • Build quality feels solid for the price, featuring a brushed aluminum rear cover on the tablet

What customers don't like about Acer Aspire Switch 10 4G (2GB + 64GB)

  • Top-heavy balance causes the unit to tip backward easily when used in laptop mode on a lap or uneven surface
  • Battery life is shorter than many competitors, often failing to last a full workday
  • Sluggish performance under heavy multitasking due to the Intel Atom processor and 2GB of RAM
  • Default 32GB storage option is very restrictive, leaving little room for user files after Windows updates
  • Keyboard and trackpad can feel cramped and 'plasticky,' making long typing sessions difficult
  • Slow charging times due to a relatively low-wattage power supply

Verdict

The Acer Aspire Switch 10 is a versatile 10.1-inch 2-in-1 hybrid powered by a quad-core Intel Atom Z3745 or Z3735F processor, 2GB of RAM, and 64GB of eMMC storage. Its primary characteristic is the magnetic 'Snap Hinge' that allows the tablet to detach or flip into four modes: Notebook, Pad, Display, and Tent. The device features a vibrant 1280 x 800 or 1366 x 768 IPS touchscreen protected by Gorilla Glass 3, front-facing stereo speakers, a 2MP webcam, and 4G LTE connectivity for mobile productivity. Main pros include its responsive IPS display with wide viewing angles, flexible docking mechanism, and the inclusion of a full-size USB port on the keyboard dock. However, common cons include a top-heavy design that can cause the device to tip over in laptop mode, a relatively short battery life compared to rivals, and sluggish performance during heavy multitasking.

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