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Acer Iconia W3 WiFi (2GB + 32GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£260RAM capacity:2 GBInternal storage:32 GBScreen size:8.1 inchesChipset:Intel Atom Z2760

Acer Iconia W3 WiFi (2GB + 32GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 30 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Acer Iconia W3 WiFi (2GB + 32GB)
5.7/10

Overall score

Score
5.7/ 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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▼ Worse than 96% of models
Score components

35%

4.9

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

4.9

Reviews score

10%

4.9

Sentiment score

▼Worse than 96% of tablets
6.7

Value for money

Value for money
6.7/ 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 93% of models
Score components

70%

5.7

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

▼Worse than 93%
4.9

Technical score

Technical score
4.9/ 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 91% of models
Score components

22%

4.7

Performance

20%

3.9

Display

16%

4.7

Camera

14%

5.3

Battery

12%

5.5

Connectivity

8%

6.3

Software

5%

5.7

Design

3%

4.8

Audio

▼Worse than 91%
4.9

Reviews score

Reviews score
4.9/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 93% of models

4.9

Mark 7.4 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%

8.8

Popularity

Grades by review (30)
19 reviews: 6 with a printed score, 13 estimated from the review. 11 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.
▼Worse than 93%
?

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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Best rankings
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Available versions:
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What reviewers say about the Acer Iconia W3 WiFi (2GB + 32GB)

Based on 19 · 15

Reviewers praise long battery life and full Windows, but the screen's poor viewing angles disappoint; the keyboard and stylus divide opinion.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
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What owners say about the Acer Iconia W3 WiFi (2GB + 32GB)

Based on 29 owners sharing their experience in online comments

28%positive17%mixed55%negative

Owners value full Windows in a compact tablet, but the poor, grainy screen is the biggest letdown.

What owners dislike

  • Owners say the screen looks grainy and speckled, colors look fuzzy, and small text is hard to read, with some returning it because of this.9
  • Owners report the keyboard disconnecting or failing, ports dying, and the touch driver dropping out, with some units stopping working within months.5

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

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Technical Specifications of tablet Acer Iconia W3 WiFi (2GB + 32GB)

Technical score
Technical score
4.9/ 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 91% of models
Score components:

22%

4.7

Performance

20%

3.9

Display

16%

4.7

Camera

14%

5.3

Battery

12%

5.5

Connectivity

8%

6.3

Software

5%

5.7

Design

3%

4.8

Audio

4.9
Reviews score
4.9
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
6.7/ 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 93% of models
Score components:

70%

5.7

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

6.7
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
32 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 32 nm process, which is larger than 82.7% of tablets and equal to 4.2% of tablets.
Internal storage
32 GB
Market range: <16 GB – >256 GB
This tablet has 32 GB of internal storage, which is less than 60.9% of tablets and equal to 17.9% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
?
Chipset
Intel Atom Z2760
This tablet runs on Intel Atom Z2760, which is less advanced than 81.9% of tablets and equal to 1.1% 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
TFT LCD
This tablet uses a TFT LCD display type. 89.9% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
186 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 186 ppi, which is lower than 73.9% of tablets and equal to 0.2% 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
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
?
Optical zoom
N/A
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What reviewers say
Battery capacity
6,800 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 6,800 mAh battery capacity, which is larger than 52.1% of tablets and equal to 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
8 hours
Market range: <7 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 8 hours, which is shorter than that of 72.2% of tablets and equal to that of 11.9% 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
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
500 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 500 g, which is heavier than 53.5% of tablets and equal to 0.9% 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 W3 WiFi (2GB + 32GB) vs the average tablet

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  • More vivid contrast
    This tablet has more contrast than the average tablet (1944:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    1,944:1 vs 1,015:1
  • Monitors battery health
    This tablet monitors battery health, while the average tablet does not. 36.7% of tablets monitor battery health.
  • Supports multithreading
    This tablet supports multithreading, while the average tablet does not. 9.9% of tablets support multithreading.
  • Supports HDMI output
    This tablet supports HDMI output, while the average tablet does not. 49.8% of tablets offer this.
    micro-HDMI port
  • 65.1 mm shorter
    This tablet is shorter than the average tablet (134.9 mm vs 200 mm). The average tablet is 200 mm tall.
    134.9 mm vs 200 mm
  • 40.3 mm narrower
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (135 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    135 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • Supports multithreading
    This tablet supports multithreading, while the average tablet does not. 9.9% of tablets support multithreading.
  • More vivid contrast
    This tablet has more contrast than the average tablet (1944:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    1,944:1 vs 1,015:1
  • Monitors battery health
    This tablet monitors battery health, while the average tablet does not. 36.7% of tablets monitor battery health.
  • Supports HDMI output
    This tablet supports HDMI output, while the average tablet does not. 49.8% of tablets offer this.
    micro-HDMI port
  • 40.3 mm narrower
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (135 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    135 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • 65.1 mm shorter
    This tablet is shorter than the average tablet (134.9 mm vs 200 mm). The average tablet is 200 mm tall.
    134.9 mm vs 200 mm
  • 30.0% lower review score
    Reviews score
    4.9/ 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
    ▼ Worse than 93% of models

    4.9

    Mark 7.4 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%

    8.8

    Popularity

    Grades by review (30)
    19 reviews: 6 with a printed score, 13 estimated from the review. 11 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.
    4.9 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
  • 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
  • 30.0% lower review score
    Reviews score
    4.9/ 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
    ▼ Worse than 93% of models

    4.9

    Mark 7.4 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%

    8.8

    Popularity

    Grades by review (30)
    19 reviews: 6 with a printed score, 13 estimated from the review. 11 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.
    4.9 vs 7.0
  • 34.7% lower sentiment score
    4.9 vs 7.5
  • 12.3% worse value for money
    Acer Iconia W3 WiFi (2GB + 32GB) has worse value for money than the average tablet (6.72 vs 7.6).
    6.72 vs 7.55
  • 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
  • 2.29x larger process node
    This tablet has a larger process node than the average tablet (32 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet is built on 14 nm.
    32 nm vs 14 nm
  • 1,066 MHz slower RAM speed
    This tablet has a lower RAM speed than the average tablet (800 MHz vs 1,866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1,866 MHz.
    800 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • More basic graphics
    This tablet has less advanced graphics than the average tablet (PowerVR SGX545 vs Mali-G51).
    PowerVR SGX545 vs Mali-G51
  • 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.
  • 57% less memory bandwidth
    This tablet has less memory bandwidth than the average tablet (6.4 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has 14.9 GB/s of memory bandwidth.
    6.4 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • 50% less internal storage
    This tablet has less internal storage than the average tablet (32 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    32 GB vs 64 GB
  • 10% lower CPU speed
    This tablet has a lower CPU speed than the average tablet (1.8 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    1.8 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 6 years older
    This tablet was released earlier than the average tablet (2013 vs 2019). The average tablet was released in 2019.
    June 2013
    2013 vs 2019
  • More basic memory type
    This tablet uses less advanced memory than the average tablet (LPDDR2 vs LPDDR3).
    LPDDR2 vs LPDDR3
  • 18% slower GPU clock
    This tablet runs its GPU slower than the average tablet (533 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet runs its GPU at 650 MHz.
    533 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
  • 101 nits dimmer screen
    This tablet is dimmer than the average tablet (300 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    300 nits vs 401 nits
  • 100 nits lower typical brightness
    This tablet has a lower typical brightness than the average tablet (300 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    300 nits vs 400 nits
  • 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
  • 2 inches smaller screen
    This tablet has a smaller screen than the average tablet (8.1 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    8.1 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 15.8% softer screen detail
    This tablet has softer screen detail than the average tablet (186 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    186 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • 50% slower touch response
    This tablet samples touch more slowly than the average tablet (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average tablet samples touch at 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 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 timelapse video
    This tablet does not support timelapse video, while the average tablet does. 57.5% of tablets support timelapse video.
  • 2 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (8 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    8 hours vs 10 hours
  • 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 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 full-page screenshots
    This tablet does not support full-page screenshots, the average tablet does. 53% of tablets support full-page screenshots.
  • No dark mode
    This tablet does not support dark mode, while the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets offer this.
  • 3.35 mm thicker
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (11.4 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    11.35 mm vs 8 mm

Video reviews

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

8.0
EducateTube.com
≈ estimated
27/10/2013
Hands-on test · GPS and offline mapping software use
Verdict
Acer Iconia W3 WiFi works with an external GPS and offline mapping software, useful if you already know Streets and Trips.
9.0
EducateTube.com
≈ estimated
27/10/2013
Hands-on review · Office apps, pen and keyboard tests
Verdict
Acer Iconia W3 WiFi is a capable Windows productivity tablet, especially with a USB or wireless keyboard connected.
8.0
EducateTube.com
≈ estimated
27/10/2013
Hands-on test · USB internet stick with SIM card
Verdict
Acer Iconia W3 WiFi works well for browsing and maps, but video streaming is slow and setup takes extra connection and proxy changes.
9.0
EducateTube.com
≈ estimated
21/10/2013
Hands-on review · TV, printer and GPS tests
Verdict
Acer Iconia W3 WiFi is called one of the best tablets around, with wide device connectivity for its size.
8.0
Booredatwork.com
≈ estimated
21/08/2013
Hands-on review · performance, camera and storage
Verdict
Acer Iconia W3 WiFi is a nice buy for anyone wanting a smaller Windows tablet, despite its downsides.
8.0
Good e-Reader
≈ estimated
25/07/2013
Reading test · e-books, magazines, newspapers and comics
Verdict
Acer Iconia W3 WiFi is very good for reading, though the screen washes out off-angle and storage runs short; not a laptop replacement.
7.0
Good e-Reader
≈ estimated
21/07/2013
Hands-on review · games, video and speaker tests
Verdict
Acer Iconia W3 WiFi is good value for a full Windows 8 tablet, but weak speakers, viewing angles and heat hold it back.
7.0
MobileTechReview
≈ estimated
07/07/2013
Hands-on review · battery, speed and Windows tests
Verdict
Acer Iconia W3 WiFi is usable for anyone who needs Windows in the smallest package, but it is not the fastest or sharpest option.
6.0
ereaderguides
≈ estimated
04/07/2013
Hands-on review · battery and app tests
Verdict
Acer Iconia W3 WiFi is decent for browsing, e-books and basic apps, but hard to recommend as a laptop replacement at this price.
8.0
Storefront Team
≈ estimated
04/07/2013
Hands-on review · several days of use · unboxing
Verdict
Acer Iconia W3 WiFi is recommended for buyers who want Windows 8, but the screen and app ecosystem are weak points.
4.0
Hardware Canucks
≈ estimated
08/10/2013
Hands-on review · battery, display and performance tests
Verdict
Acer Iconia W3 WiFi's screen flaws outweigh its lower price and battery life, so it is not recommended.
8.0
Windows Central
≈ estimated
27/06/2013
First look · hands-on and first impressions
Verdict
Acer Iconia W3 WiFi is a compact full-Windows tablet that feels great in the hand, with a display and camera that are only okay.
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In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

6.0
trustedreviews.com
≈ estimated
28/06/2013
Review · Smaller Windows tablet
Verdict
The Acer Iconia W3 is a smaller Windows 8 tablet worth a look, but its weak screen keeps it from standing out as the cheaper option.
7.0
cnet.com
✓ explicit
11/07/2013
Hands-on review · Palm-size Windows
Verdict
The Acer Iconia W3 is a palm-sized Windows 8 tablet that is fun to use, but its hazy screen and buggy performance make it hard to recommend.
3.9
theverge.com
✓ explicit
16/07/2013
Review · Portrait Windows tablet
Verdict
The Acer Iconia W3 feels natural in portrait and runs full Windows well, but its poor display is a deal-breaker.
5.7
infoworld.com
✓ explicit
04/09/2013
Review · Pocket Windows tablet
Verdict
The Acer Iconia W3 packs full Windows 8 into a light, pocket-size body with long battery life, but its flimsy keyboard and limited memory hold it back.
7.0
zdnet.com
≈ estimated
03/07/2013
First impressions · Budget Windows tablet
Verdict
The Acer Iconia W3 is a solid, portable budget tablet for Windows 8, but it is thick and heavy next to other 8-inch models.
9.0
3rd-strike.com
≈ estimated
08/12/2013
Hands-on review · Windows 8 tablet
Verdict
The Acer Iconia W3 runs full Windows programs and games well, but its screen and auto-correct quirks hold it back.
5.0
goughlui.com
≈ estimated
07/10/2013
Review · Pocket desktop tablet
Verdict
The Acer Iconia W3 runs real desktop software in a body small enough for one hand, but its low-quality screen and limited storage hold it back.
7.0
expertreviews.co.uk
≈ estimated
03/06/2013
First look · Full Windows 8
Verdict
The Acer Iconia W3 is a real budget alternative to the Surface RT, but its basic processor may limit serious work.
6.0
theregister.com
≈ estimated
10/07/2013
Review · Mixed-bag Windows tablet
Verdict
The Acer Iconia W3 is a compact tablet with decent Wi-Fi, but its poor display, cheap plastic body and clunky Windows 8 make it hard to recommend.
7.0
laptopmag.com
✓ explicit
28/06/2013
Lab test · Windows 8 tablet
Verdict
The Acer Iconia W3-810 is a long-lasting full Windows 8 tablet for people who want Office in a small body, but its dim, washed-out screen is the main limit.
8.0
slashgear.com
≈ estimated
04/07/2013
Review · Windows 8 tablet
Verdict
The Acer Iconia W3 lasts over 7 hours of regular use with about 31GB of free storage, but its separate charging port and modest cameras are drawbacks.
8.0
ubergizmo.com
≈ estimated
18/07/2013
Hands-on review · Windows 8 tablet
Verdict
The Acer Iconia W3 is a light full Windows 8 tablet for people who travel, but its grainy screen and blurry cameras are its main weak points.
theregister.com
10/07/2013
Same outlet as a graded review (counted once)
7.0
chip.de
≈ estimated
05/08/2013
Test verdict · Budget Windows tablet
Verdict
The Acer Iconia W3 is a cheap, long-lasting full-Windows tablet, but its weak viewing angles and weight hold it back.
7.8
computerbild.de
✓ explicit
23/08/2013
Test · Office Windows tablet
Verdict
The Acer Iconia W3 suits people who need Office on a tablet, lasting nearly 14 hours of everyday use despite its weight.
8.5
notebookcheck.com
✓ explicit
16/07/2013
Lab test · Windows 8 tablet
Verdict
The Acer Iconia W3 works as a mobile office and video player for netbook-style tasks, but weak viewing angles and poor gaming hold it back.
4.0
xatakawindows.com
≈ estimated
24/07/2013
Full review · Windows 8.1 tablet
Verdict
The Acer Iconia W3 handles everyday Windows tasks smoothly in an easy-to-hold 8-inch body, but its grainy, low-quality screen is its weakest point.
8.0
abc.es
≈ estimated
10/08/2013
Hands-on test · Windows 8 tablet
Verdict
The Acer Iconia W3 is a good, light tablet with a very long battery and snappy Windows 8, but its keyboard and small app selection are weak points.
6.0
tweakers.net
≈ estimated
05/06/2013
Hands-on test · Windows 8 tablet
Verdict
The Acer Iconia W3 is a sensible first small Windows 8 tablet, but its grainy, dim screen with poor viewing angles spoils an otherwise good package.
5.0
techzine.nl
≈ estimated
15/11/2013
Hands-on review · Windows 8.1 tablet
Verdict
The Acer Iconia W3 is fast once updated, but a painful first-time setup, a mediocre screen and heavy weight for its size hold it back.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Acer Iconia W3 WiFi (2GB + 32GB)

  • Impressive battery life for a Windows tablet, often reaching 8 to 9 hours of continuous use
  • Portable 8-inch form factor that is easy to hold one-handed and fits in small bags
  • Full Windows 8 experience, allowing users to run standard x86 desktop applications
  • Includes a free copy of Microsoft Office 2013 Home and Student
  • Support for Micro HDMI, Micro USB (with OTG), and MicroSD storage expansion

What customers don't like about Acer Iconia W3 WiFi (2GB + 32GB)

  • Exceptionally poor display quality with grainy visuals and limited viewing angles
  • Low brightness makes it difficult to use in well-lit environments or sunlight
  • The desktop mode is difficult to navigate on a small 8.1-inch screen without a stylus or mouse
  • Bulky and heavy compared to contemporary competitors like the iPad Mini or Nexus 7
  • Poor camera performance from both front and rear 2MP sensors
  • Requires a proprietary charging brick instead of standard Micro USB charging

Verdict

The Acer Iconia W3-810 is a compact 8.1-inch tablet that made history as the first small-form-factor device to run a full version of Windows 8. It is powered by a dual-core Intel Atom Z2760 processor (1.5GHz to 1.8GHz) paired with 2GB of LPDDR2 RAM and 32GB of eMMC storage, expandable via a microSDHC slot. Key features include an 800x1280 resolution LED-backlit display, dual 2MP cameras, and a micro-HDMI port for external connectivity. Its primary advantages are its extreme portability for a full PC experience, exceptional battery life reaching up to 8–9 hours of video playback, and the inclusion of Microsoft Office Home & Student 2013. However, users frequently cite a poor-quality, grainy display with narrow viewing angles, sluggish performance under heavy multitasking, and limited available storage out of the box as significant drawbacks.

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