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Acer Iconia Tab A700 3G (1GB + 16GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£570RAM capacity:1 GBInternal storage:16 GBScreen size:10.1 inchesChipset:Nvidia Tegra 3

Acer Iconia Tab A700 3G (1GB + 16GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 22 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

5.8/10

Overall score

Score
5.8/ 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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Score components

35%

5.0

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

5.0

Reviews score

10%

5.0

Sentiment score

â–¼Worse than 94% of tablets
6.3

Value for money

Value for money
6.3/ 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
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Score components

70%

5.8

Overall score

30%

7.5

Price

â–¼Worse than 98%
5.0

Technical score

Technical score
5.0/ 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
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Score components

22%

4.1

Performance

20%

4.5

Display

16%

5.2

Camera

14%

6.5

Battery

12%

5.9

Connectivity

8%

5.1

Software

5%

4.7

Design

3%

4.8

Audio

â–¼Worse than 86%
5.0

Reviews score

Reviews score
5.0/ 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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5.0

Mark 7.3 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

7.0

Average grade

20%

8.5

Popularity

Grades by review (22)
17 reviews: 14 with a printed score, 3 estimated from the review. 5 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.
â–¼Worse than 91%
?

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~ £570
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.
Other versions:
1GB + 16GB1GB + 32GB

What reviewers say about the Acer Iconia Tab A700 3G (1GB + 16GB)

Based on 17 · 7

Reviewers praise the display and battery life, but criticise the camera and gaming; opinions on speed and build are split.
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Technical Specifications of tablet Acer Iconia Tab A700 3G (1GB + 16GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.0/ 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
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Score components:

22%

4.1

Performance

20%

4.5

Display

16%

5.2

Camera

14%

6.5

Battery

12%

5.9

Connectivity

8%

5.1

Software

5%

4.7

Design

3%

4.8

Audio

5.0
Reviews score
5.0
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
6.3/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
Score components:

70%

5.8

Overall score

30%

7.5

Price

6.3
RAM capacity
1 GB
Market range: <1 GB – >8 GB
This tablet has 1 GB of RAM, which is less than 78% of tablets and equal to 19.1% of tablets.
Process node
40 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 40 nm process, which is larger than 86.9% of tablets and equal to 8% of tablets.
Internal storage
16 GB
Market range: <16 GB – >256 GB
This tablet has 16 GB of internal storage, which is less than 78.8% of tablets and equal to 14.8% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
?
Chipset
Nvidia Tegra 3
This tablet runs on Nvidia Tegra 3, which is less advanced than 64.8% of tablets and equal to 2.9% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Screen resolution
1920×1200
This tablet has a 1920×1200 screen, which is sharper than 39.1% of tablets and equal to 18.8% 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
TFT LCD
This tablet uses a TFT LCD display type. 89.9% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
224 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 224 ppi, which is higher than 50.1% of tablets and equal to 11.5% of tablets.
Display glass type
Corning Gorilla Glass
This tablet protects its screen with Corning Gorilla Glass, which is more durable than 45.4% of tablets and the same as 32.8% 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
5 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a rear camera with 5 MP resolution, which is lower than 63.7% of tablets and equal to 26% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
1 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 1 MP resolution, which is lower than 91.2% of tablets and equal to 1.3% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
?
Optical zoom
1xxx
This tablet has 1xx optical zoom, which is stronger than 18.2% of tablets and equal to 80.9% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Battery capacity
9,800 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 9,800 mAh battery capacity, which is larger than 86.5% of tablets and equal to 0.9% 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
10 hours
Market range: <7 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 10 hours, which is longer than that of 39.1% of tablets and equal to that of 20.5% 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
no
This tablet does not have built-in LTE. 42.9% of tablets offer this.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This tablet connects to Wi-Fi. 0.2% of tablets offer this.
GPS
yes
This tablet has built-in GPS. 17.1% 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
Android
This tablet uses the Android operating system, which is more advanced than the one used by 23.2%.
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
no
This tablet does not support direct OS updates. 79.8% 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
665 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 665 g, which is heavier than 85% of tablets and equal to 0.3% 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 Iconia Tab A700 3G (1GB + 16GB) vs the average tablet

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  • 48.5% larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a larger battery capacity than the average tablet (9,800 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    9,800 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Nvidia Tegra 3 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Nvidia Tegra 3 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • Supports cellular data
    This tablet supports cellular data, while the average tablet does not. 47.4% of tablets offer this.
  • 8 more GPU execution units
    This tablet has more GPU execution units than the average tablet (12 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    12 vs 4
  • Supports HDMI output
    This tablet supports HDMI output, while the average tablet does not. 49.8% of tablets offer this.
    micro-HDMI port
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Nvidia Tegra 3 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Nvidia Tegra 3 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 8 more GPU execution units
    This tablet has more GPU execution units than the average tablet (12 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    12 vs 4
  • 48.5% larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a larger battery capacity than the average tablet (9,800 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    9,800 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • Supports cellular data
    This tablet supports cellular data, while the average tablet does not. 47.4% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports HDMI output
    This tablet supports HDMI output, while the average tablet does not. 49.8% of tablets offer this.
    micro-HDMI port
  • 4 MP lower front resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution front camera than the average tablet (1 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    1 MP vs 5 MP
  • 28.6% lower review score
    Reviews score
    5.0/ 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
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–¼ Worse than 91% of models

    5.0

    Mark 7.3 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    7.0

    Average grade

    20%

    8.5

    Popularity

    Grades by review (22)
    17 reviews: 14 with a printed score, 3 estimated from the review. 5 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.
    5.0 vs 7.0
  • Inferior display type
    This tablet has an inferior display type compared to the average tablet (TFT LCD vs IPS LCD). 0.00% of tablets use the superior display type.
    TFT LCD vs IPS LCD
  • 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
  • 3 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM than the average tablet (1 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    1 GB vs 4 GB
  • More basic graphics
    This tablet has less advanced graphics than the average tablet (ULP GeForce vs Mali-G51).
    ULP GeForce vs Mali-G51
  • 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
  • 28.6% lower review score
    Reviews score
    5.0/ 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
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–¼ Worse than 91% of models

    5.0

    Mark 7.3 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    7.0

    Average grade

    20%

    8.5

    Popularity

    Grades by review (22)
    17 reviews: 14 with a printed score, 3 estimated from the review. 5 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.
    5.0 vs 7.0
  • 33.3% lower sentiment score
    5.0 vs 7.5
  • 19.9% worse value for money
    Acer Iconia Tab A700 3G (1GB + 16GB) has worse value for money than the average tablet (6.3 vs 7.6).
    6.3 vs 7.55
  • 2.19x more expensive
    Acer Iconia Tab A700 3G (1GB + 16GB) is more expensive than the average tablet (£570 vs £260).
    £570 vs £260
  • 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
  • 3 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM than the average tablet (1 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    1 GB vs 4 GB
  • More basic graphics
    This tablet has less advanced graphics than the average tablet (ULP GeForce vs Mali-G51).
    ULP GeForce vs Mali-G51
  • 2.86x larger process node
    This tablet has a larger process node than the average tablet (40 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet is built on 14 nm.
    40 nm vs 14 nm
  • 35% lower CPU speed
    This tablet has a lower CPU speed than the average tablet (1.3 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    1.3 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 1,199 MHz slower RAM speed
    This tablet has a lower RAM speed than the average tablet (667 MHz vs 1,866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1,866 MHz.
    667 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • 75% less internal storage
    This tablet has less internal storage than the average tablet (16 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    16 GB vs 64 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.
  • 64.4% less memory bandwidth
    This tablet has less memory bandwidth than the average tablet (5.3 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has 14.9 GB/s of memory bandwidth.
    5.3 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • 7 years older
    This tablet was released earlier than the average tablet (2012 vs 2019). The average tablet was released in 2019.
    August 2012
    2012 vs 2019
  • More basic memory type
    This tablet uses less advanced memory than the average tablet (DDR2 vs LPDDR3).
    DDR2 vs LPDDR3
  • 20% slower GPU clock
    This tablet runs its GPU slower than the average tablet (520 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet runs its GPU at 650 MHz.
    520 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • Inferior display type
    This tablet has an inferior display type compared to the average tablet (TFT LCD vs IPS LCD). 0.00% of tablets use the superior display type.
    TFT LCD vs IPS LCD
  • 76 nits dimmer screen
    This tablet is dimmer than the average tablet (325 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    325 nits vs 401 nits
  • 91 nits lower typical brightness
    This tablet has a lower typical brightness than the average tablet (309 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    309 nits vs 400 nits
  • 4 MP lower front resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution front camera than the average tablet (1 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    1 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.
  • 3 MP lower rear resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution rear camera than the average tablet (5 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a rear camera of 8 MP.
    5 MP vs 8 MP
  • 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 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 USB-C port
    This tablet does not have a USB Type-C port, while the average tablet does. 54% of tablets have one.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This tablet has an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (2.1 vs 5).
    2.1 vs 5
  • 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 Ethernet support
    This tablet does not have Ethernet support, the average tablet does. 76.5% of tablets support Ethernet.
  • 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
  • No direct OS updates
    This tablet does not support direct OS updates, while the average tablet does. 79.7% of tablets offer this.
  • No split-screen
    This tablet does not support split-screen, the average tablet does. 72.8% of tablets support split-screen.
  • No picture-in-picture mode
    This tablet does not support picture-in-picture, the average tablet does. 61.4% of tablets support picture-in-picture.
  • 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 multi-user mode
    User score
    8.0/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average of independent expert reviews and videos, graded by us; missing reviews count as 7/10.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how independent test sites and video reviewers rate the product in real use.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Acer Iconia Tab A700 3G
    the average tablet
    Acer Iconia Tab A700 3G (1GB + 16GB) does not support multi-user mode, while the average tablet does. 73.8% 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.
  • No location privacy
    This tablet does not support location privacy, while the average tablet does. 76.7% of tablets offer this.
  • No dark mode
    This tablet does not support dark mode, while the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets offer this.
  • No offline voice recognition
    This tablet does not support offline voice recognition, the average tablet does. 76.4% of tablets support offline voice recognition.
  • 35.7% heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (665 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    665 g vs 490 g
  • 3 mm thicker
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (11 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    11 mm vs 8 mm
  • 59 mm taller
    This tablet is taller than the average tablet (259 mm vs 200 mm). The average tablet is 200 mm tall.
    259 mm vs 200 mm

Video reviews

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

9.0
MTN
≈ estimated
29/09/2012
Part 2 review · HDMI output, app and benchmark tests
Verdict
Acer Iconia Tab A700 3G offers smooth performance and solid HDMI output, and it is well worth the price.
8.0
MTN
≈ estimated
29/09/2012
Hands-on review part 1 · features, battery and camera
Verdict
Acer Iconia Tab A700 3G impresses with its battery life, but its speakers are quieter and closing apps one by one is tedious.
4.0
TWiT Tech Podcast Network
≈ estimated
11/09/2012
Hands-on review · performance, touchscreen and battery
Verdict
Acer Iconia Tab A700 3G is not recommended, as its touchscreen and performance problems outweigh the sharp display and battery.
5.0
mobileburn
≈ estimated
02/08/2012
Hands-on review · performance, camera and price
Verdict
Acer Iconia Tab A700 3G is a hard tablet to recommend: it is slower and less well built, and its price is the main draw.
9.0
PDAMobiz Video Channel
≈ estimated
05/07/2012
Hands-on review · performance, battery and game tests
Verdict
Acer Iconia Tab A700 3G delivers strong performance, excellent battery life and a sharp Full HD screen, making it a very good tablet.
9.0
PDAMobiz Video Channel
≈ estimated
02/07/2012
Game test · graphics, controls and loading
Verdict
Acer Iconia Tab A700 3G runs games well, with the screen and touch controls suited to mobile gaming.
8.0
TalkAndroid
≈ estimated
26/06/2012
First look · unboxing and initial setup
Verdict
Acer Iconia Tab A700 3G is pretty good so far, though the touch response takes some getting used to.
8.0
HotHardware
≈ estimated
03/10/2012
First look · quick overview of features
Verdict
Acer Iconia Tab A700 3G responds quickly overall, and the full review is available on the website.
8.0
Digital Trends
≈ estimated
11/07/2012
Video review · interface walkthrough and first impressions
Verdict
Acer Iconia Tab A700 3G is a good Android tablet for anyone wanting an HD screen, though it is not the fastest.
Overview video
Hands-on video, no verdict
Overview video

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

6.9
theverge.com
✓ explicit
29/06/2012
Hands-on review · 1080p tablet
Verdict
The Acer Iconia Tab A700 has a very sharp screen, but its dull design and Nexus 7 competition make it hard to recommend.
6.5
cnet.com
✓ explicit
02/07/2012
Lab test · High-res tablet
Verdict
The Acer Iconia Tab A700 has a sharp screen and comfortable grip, but its processor can't keep up, causing stutters and occasional freezes.
7.0
uk.pcmag.com
✓ explicit
12/07/2012
Lab test · Quad-core tablet
Verdict
The Acer Iconia Tab A700 has a sharp screen and USB support for keyboards and drives, but its clunky build and few apps for its resolution hold it back.
6.0
gizmodo.com
✓ explicit
16/07/2012
Hands-on test · Movie-watching tablet
Verdict
The Acer Iconia Tab A700 has a pretty screen for movies, but its extra pixels slow it down, and laggy touch makes it probably not worth buying.
7.0
mobiletechreview.com
≈ estimated
16/07/2012
Hands-on test · USB host tablet
Verdict
The Acer Iconia Tab A700 is a sharp 10-inch tablet with loud speakers and USB host for accessories, but dated looks and laggy touch hold it back.
8.0
expertreviews.co.uk
✓ explicit
20/07/2012
Hands-on review · Full HD tablet
Verdict
The Acer Iconia Tab A700 is a good video tablet with a sharp screen and long battery life, but glare and occasional missed taps are its main drawbacks.
6.0
techspot.com
✓ explicit
10/08/2012
Detailed review · Full HD tablet
Verdict
The Acer Iconia Tab A700 has accurate colors and a sharp screen, but a dim panel, laggy interface and stuttering games make it a poor choice for gamers.
7.0
hothardware.com
✓ explicit
03/10/2012
Feature review · Android tablet
Verdict
The Acer Iconia Tab A700 comes loaded with preinstalled apps, but its camera struggles in dim rooms.
5.0
eurogamer.net
≈ estimated
06/11/2012
Gaming-focused review · Full HD tablet
Verdict
The Acer Iconia Tab A700 has a very good screen, but its weaker Tegra 3 chip makes games and menus stutter, so it is hard to pick over rivals.
7.0
trustedreviews.com
✓ explicit
14/11/2012
Detailed review · Android tablet
Verdict
The Acer Iconia Tab A700 is a competent Android tablet with a sharp screen and easy transfers, but its plastic build and reflective display hold it back.
6.0
laptopmag.com
✓ explicit
27/06/2012
Lab-tested review · Full HD tablet
Verdict
The Acer Iconia Tab A700 is a sharp Full HD tablet with long battery life, but it runs hot and is chunkier than its rivals.
8.2
notebookcheck.com
✓ explicit
07/09/2012
Lab test · Tegra 3 tablet
Verdict
The Acer Iconia Tab A700 has an IPS-like screen and fine everyday speed, but reflections and stutters in games and scrolling hold it back.
7.2
computerbild.de
✓ explicit
22/10/2012
Lab test · Full HD tablet
Verdict
The Acer Iconia Tab A700 is a sharp-screened, long-lasting Android tablet for movies, though its weight and missing cables count against it.
8.0
hardwareluxx.de
≈ estimated
14/05/2013
Full review · High-res Android tablet
Verdict
The Acer Iconia Tab A700 is Acer's best Android tablet, with a rare high-res screen, though its pixel density trails the iPad's.
7.0
hifitest.de
✓ explicit
18/04/2013
Comparison test · Multimedia tablet
Verdict
The Acer Iconia Tab A700 is a solid multimedia tablet that plays nearly all video and audio formats in full HD, though its price is steep.
6.0
clubic.com
✓ explicit
11/09/2012
Hands-on test · Full HD tablet
Verdict
The Acer Iconia Tab A700 is a well-built Full HD tablet with a good screen, but its weight, lack of 3G and occasional stutter in games hold it back.
6.0
tweakers.net
✓ explicit
24/09/2012
Benchmark review · Tegra 3 tablet
Verdict
The Acer Iconia Tab A700 is a Full HD sibling of the A510 whose slower Tegra 3 chip and memory may struggle with its Full HD screen.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Acer Iconia Tab A700 3G (1GB + 16GB)

  • High-resolution 1920x1200 'Full HD' display with sharp text and vivid colors
  • Excellent battery life for all-day use, with some users reporting over 6-9 hours of continuous video or gaming
  • Practical connectivity options including a micro-HDMI port and a microSD slot for storage expansion up to 64GB
  • Comfortable to hold due to a rubberized, textured back that provides a secure grip
  • Better-than-average stereo speakers with Dolby Mobile support

What customers don't like about Acer Iconia Tab A700 3G (1GB + 16GB)

  • Performance stutters and occasional hangs, particularly during 3D gaming or rapid navigation, as the Tegra 3 processor struggles with the high pixel density
  • The tablet can become noticeably warm during demanding tasks like gaming
  • Mediocre camera quality with grainy, dull images and no LED flash
  • The glossy screen is highly reflective, making it difficult to use in direct sunlight
  • Awkward placement of the charging/USB port on the bottom edge (in landscape mode), which can interfere with use while plugged in

Verdict

The Acer Iconia Tab A700 3G is a 10.1-inch tablet featuring a high-resolution 1920x1200 Full HD display and 32GB of internal storage, supported by 1GB of RAM and an NVIDIA Tegra 3 quad-core 1.3GHz processor. It includes a 9800mAh battery for extended use, a 5MP rear camera, a 1MP front camera, and a 3G SIM slot for mobile connectivity. Main pros include its sharp screen clarity, versatile port selection with micro-HDMI and microSD expansion, and a comfortable rubberised back for better grip. However, cons include noticeable performance stutters as the processor struggles with the high-res display, significant heat generation during heavy use, and mediocre camera quality lacking a flash.

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