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Acer Predator 8 (2GB + 64GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£310RAM capacity:2 GBInternal storage:64 GBScreen size:8 inchesChipset:Intel Atom x7-Z8700

Acer Predator 8 (2GB + 64GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 31 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%

5.1

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

5.1

Reviews score

10%

5.1

Sentiment score

â–¼Worse than 93% 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
Score components

70%

5.8

Overall score

30%

8.9

Price

â–¼Worse than 93%
5.1

Technical score

Technical score
5.1/ 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%

5.7

Performance

20%

4.7

Display

16%

5.9

Camera

14%

2.2

Battery

12%

5.8

Connectivity

8%

5.4

Software

5%

6.0

Design

3%

6.6

Audio

â–¼Worse than 85%
5.1

Reviews score

Reviews score
5.1/ 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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5.1

Mark 7.5 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

7.2

Average grade

20%

8.8

Popularity

Grades by review (31)
23 reviews: 11 with a printed score, 12 estimated from the review. 8 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 88%
?

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.
Available versions:
2GB + 32GBCheck price
Other versions:
2GB + 64GB

What reviewers say about the Acer Predator 8 (2GB + 64GB)

Based on 23 · 8

Reviewers love the display and speakers and find performance strong, but battery life disappoints; opinions split on haptic feedback.
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Technical Specifications of tablet Acer Predator 8 (2GB + 64GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.1/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
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Score components:

22%

5.7

Performance

20%

4.7

Display

16%

5.9

Camera

14%

2.2

Battery

12%

5.8

Connectivity

8%

5.4

Software

5%

6.0

Design

3%

6.6

Audio

5.1
Reviews score
5.1
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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
Score components:

70%

5.8

Overall score

30%

8.9

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
14 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 14 nm process, which is smaller than 44.6% of tablets and equal to 8.5% 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 x7-Z8700
This tablet runs on Intel Atom x7-Z8700, which is less advanced than 73.4% of tablets and equal to 0.2% 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
IPS LCD
This tablet uses a IPS LCD display type. 17% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
283 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 283 ppi, which is higher than 84.4% of tablets and equal to 3% 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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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
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
f/2.5
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/2.5, which is narrower than 87.5% of tablets.
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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Battery capacity
4,420 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 4,420 mAh battery capacity, which is smaller than 79.7% of tablets and equal to 0.1% of tablets.
Charging speed
10 W
Market range: <10 W – >45 W
This tablet charges at 10 W, which is slower than 60.9% of tablets and equal to 33.3% of tablets.
Battery life
2 hours
Market range: <7 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 2 hours, which is shorter than that of 99.8% 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
no
This tablet does not support fast charging. 56.9% 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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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
354 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 354 g, which is lighter than 80.4% of tablets and equal to 0.2% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.7% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
no
This tablet does not support a keyboard accessory. 84.3% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
N/A
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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
4
Market range: <2 – >4
This tablet includes 4 speakers, which is more than in 70.8% of tablets and equal to the number in 22.9% 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 Predator 8 (2GB + 64GB) vs the average tablet

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  • 28.1% sharper screen detail
    This tablet has sharper screen detail than the average tablet (283 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    283 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • 2 more speakers
    This tablet has more speakers than the average tablet (4 vs 2). The average tablet has 2 speakers.
    4 vs 2
  • Manual focus control
    This tablet supports manual focus, while the average tablet does not. 36.9% of tablets support manual focus.
  • 20% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (2.4 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    2.4 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • Supports manual ISO
    This tablet supports manual ISO, while the average tablet does not. 45.9% of tablets support manual ISO.
  • 27.8% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (354 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    354 g vs 490 g
  • 12 more GPU execution units
    This tablet has more GPU execution units than the average tablet (16 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    16 vs 4
  • 71.8% more memory bandwidth
    This tablet has more memory bandwidth than the average tablet (25.6 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has 14.9 GB/s of memory bandwidth.
    25.6 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • 20% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (2.4 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    2.4 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 12 more GPU execution units
    This tablet has more GPU execution units than the average tablet (16 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    16 vs 4
  • 71.8% more memory bandwidth
    This tablet has more memory bandwidth than the average tablet (25.6 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has 14.9 GB/s of memory bandwidth.
    25.6 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Intel Atom x7-Z8700 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Intel Atom x7-Z8700 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 28.1% sharper screen detail
    This tablet has sharper screen detail than the average tablet (283 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    283 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • Manual focus control
    This tablet supports manual focus, while the average tablet does not. 36.9% of tablets support manual focus.
  • Supports manual ISO
    This tablet supports manual ISO, while the average tablet does not. 45.9% of tablets support manual ISO.
  • 27.8% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (354 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    354 g vs 490 g
  • 48.3 mm narrower
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (127 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    127 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • 2 more speakers
    This tablet has more speakers than the average tablet (4 vs 2). The average tablet has 2 speakers.
    4 vs 2
  • 8 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (2 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    2 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.
  • 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
  • 27.1% lower review score
    Reviews score
    5.1/ 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 88% of models

    5.1

    Mark 7.5 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    7.2

    Average grade

    20%

    8.8

    Popularity

    Grades by review (31)
    23 reviews: 11 with a printed score, 12 estimated from the review. 8 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.
    5.1 vs 7.0
  • 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 fast charging
    This tablet does not support fast charging, while the average tablet does. 56.8% of tablets support fast charging.
  • 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
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This tablet has a narrower front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.5 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's front camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.5 vs f/2.2
  • 27.1% lower review score
    Reviews score
    5.1/ 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 88% of models

    5.1

    Mark 7.5 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    7.2

    Average grade

    20%

    8.8

    Popularity

    Grades by review (31)
    23 reviews: 11 with a printed score, 12 estimated from the review. 8 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.
    5.1 vs 7.0
  • 32.0% lower sentiment score
    5.1 vs 7.5
  • 12.3% worse value for money
    Acer Predator 8 (2GB + 64GB) 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
  • 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.
  • 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
  • 266 MHz slower RAM speed
    This tablet has a lower RAM speed than the average tablet (1,600 MHz vs 1,866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1,866 MHz.
    1,600 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • 4 years older
    This tablet was released earlier than the average tablet (2015 vs 2019). The average tablet was released in 2019.
    November 2015
    2015 vs 2019
  • 105 nits dimmer screen
    This tablet is dimmer than the average tablet (296 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    296 nits vs 401 nits
  • 104 nits lower typical brightness
    This tablet has a lower typical brightness than the average tablet (296 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    296 nits vs 400 nits
  • 2.1 inches smaller screen
    This tablet has a smaller screen than the average tablet (8 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    8 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • Less vivid contrast
    This tablet has less contrast than the average tablet (949:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    949:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 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
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This tablet has a narrower front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.5 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's front camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.5 vs f/2.2
  • 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 manual exposure control
    This tablet does not support manual exposure, while the average tablet does. 63.6% of tablets support manual exposure.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This tablet has a narrower main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.5 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's main camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.5 vs f/2.2
  • 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.
  • 8 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (2 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    2 hours vs 10 hours
  • No fast charging
    This tablet does not support fast charging, while the average tablet does. 56.8% of tablets support fast charging.
  • 33% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a smaller battery capacity than the average tablet (4,420 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    4,420 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • 44.4% slower charging
    This tablet charges slower than the average tablet (10 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    10 W vs 18 W
  • 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 (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.
  • 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 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 keyboard accessory
    This tablet does not support a keyboard accessory, the average tablet does. 84.2% of tablets support a keyboard accessory.
  • 0.7 mm thicker
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (8.7 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    8.7 mm vs 8 mm

Video reviews

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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

6.0
androidcentral.com
≈ estimated
04/04/2017
Hands-on review · Gaming tablet
Verdict
The Predator 8 has loud speakers and smooth gaming performance, but its poor battery life and Android 5.1 hold it back.
6.0
stuff.tv
✓ explicit
27/01/2016
Hands-on review · Gaming tablet
Verdict
The Acer Predator 8 has strong front speakers and vivid colors, but sharp edges make it awkward to hold and its battery life is only average.
7.0
uk.pcmag.com
✓ explicit
29/01/2016
Full review · Gaming tablet
Verdict
The Predator 8 is a solid, affordable Android gaming tablet with strong vibration feedback and speakers, but its short battery life is the main drawback.
6.0
laptopmag.com
✓ explicit
26/01/2016
Benchmark review · Gaming tablet
Verdict
The Acer Predator 8 is a loud, colorful gaming tablet with solid speed, but short battery life and heat make the Nvidia Shield Tablet a better choice.
4.0
androidpolice.com
≈ estimated
03/02/2016
Daily-use review · Gaming tablet
Verdict
The Acer Predator 8 has a strong display and loud speakers, but awkward corners, weak Wi-Fi and poor battery life let it down.
8.0
expertreviews.co.uk
✓ explicit
17/02/2016
Full review · Nvidia rival
Verdict
The Acer Predator 8 is a loud, vivid tablet, but its Intel chip trails the Nvidia Shield Tablet in games and it lasts under 10 hours on battery.
8.0
laptopmedia.com
≈ estimated
30/11/2015
Overview review · Gaming tablet
Verdict
The Acer Predator 8 is an eye-catching tablet with a metal-backed build and vivid screen, though the review unit's speakers could not be fully tested.
8.0
trustedreviews.com
✓ explicit
02/09/2015
Full review · Gaming tablet
Verdict
The Acer Predator 8 is a good tablet with a vivid screen and strong speed, but its gaming extras, like vibration, do little to make it stand out.
7.0
techradar.com
≈ estimated
07/09/2015
Hands-on review · Gaming tablet
Verdict
The Acer Predator 8 is a thin, light tablet with loud speakers and a bright screen, but its gaming extras are modest and the design will divide opinion.
8.0
coolsmartphone.com
≈ estimated
15/05/2016
Hands-on test · Gaming demo
Verdict
The Acer Predator 8 is a good fit for gaming on the go, with an 8-inch size that suits gamepad-style play, though its grip feels awkward in landscape.
6.0
expertreviews.co.uk
≈ estimated
04/09/2015
Hands-on impressions · Gaming tablet
Verdict
The Acer Predator 8 is a vivid, loud gaming tablet, but its flashy styling will put many off and Nvidia's Shield Tablet offers more gaming extras.
8.0
laptopmedia.com
≈ estimated
30/11/2015
Full review · Design and sound
Verdict
The Acer Predator 8 is an eye-catching gaming tablet with four loud speakers and EZ productivity tools, but it is crowded with preinstalled apps, some needing an Acer account.
8.0
slashgear.com
≈ estimated
03/02/2016
Review · Audio and haptics
Verdict
The Acer Predator 8 is a bold gaming tablet whose four front speakers and tactile Asphalt 8 feedback set it apart, though its casing is mostly plastic.
6.0
chip.de
≈ estimated
11/04/2016
Lab test · Gaming tablet
Verdict
The Predator 8 is a colorful gaming tablet that plays games smoothly, but it runs out after about 3.5 hours of video and uses old Android 5.1.
5.0
nextpit.de
≈ estimated
13/03/2016
Hands-on test · Gaming tablet
Verdict
The Predator 8 has a bold look and good battery life, but stuttering games make the Nvidia Shield K1 the better gaming pick.
6.0
frandroid.com
✓ explicit
20/09/2023
Lab test · Gaming tablet
Verdict
The Predator 8 runs games smoothly with good speakers and screen, but its battery drains so fast that it rarely lasts a full day.
6.5
lejsl.com
✓ explicit
20/04/2016
Hands-on test · Gaming tablet
Verdict
The Predator 8 is a slim tablet with a good screen that runs games well, but its weak battery and cameras leave it behind the Nvidia Shield K1.
9.0
geeknetic.es
✓ explicit
11/04/2016
Full review · Gaming tablet
Verdict
The Predator 8 is a good, light gaming tablet with strong speakers, but short battery life and the cheaper Nvidia Shield K1 make it hard to recommend.
9.0
puregaming.es
≈ estimated
07/09/2016
Full review · Gaming tablet
Verdict
The Acer Predator 8 is a fluid gaming tablet with a vivid 8-inch Full HD screen, loud four-speaker sound and haptic feedback, mainly suited to mobile gamers.
6.5
akihabarablues.com
✓ explicit
14/07/2016
Detailed review · Gaming tablet
Verdict
The Acer Predator 8 has a good screen and games run without slowdowns, but weak Wi-Fi, a flat back and heavy preinstalled apps hold it back.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Acer Predator 8 (2GB + 64GB)

  • Vibrant and sharp 8-inch Full HD display with high color accuracy
  • Exceptional audio quality from four front-facing stereo speakers
  • Immersive haptic feedback (TacSense) enhancing supported games
  • Solid multitasking performance with the Intel Atom x7 processor
  • Generous 32GB internal storage with microSD expansion up to 128GB
  • Unique, aggressive 'gamer' aesthetic that stands out from typical tablets

What customers don't like about Acer Predator 8 (2GB + 64GB)

  • Critically short battery life, often lasting less than 3 hours under load
  • Uncomfortable ergonomics due to sharp, angular speaker corners
  • Significant amount of pre-installed bloatware that consumes storage
  • Inconsistent Wi-Fi connectivity and performance at longer distances
  • Lackluster front and rear cameras that produce grainy, soft images
  • Poor software support, remaining stuck on older Android 5.1 Lollipop

Verdict

The Acer Predator 8 (GT-810) is a gaming-centric Android 5.1 tablet featuring an 8-inch IPS Full HD display (1920 x 1200) and powered by an Intel Atom x7-Z8700 quad-core processor with 2GB of RAM and 64GB of expandable storage. Its main characteristics include an aggressive brushed-aluminum design with integrated soft-grip pads and a unique 'Predator Quadio' array of four front-facing speakers for immersive virtual surround sound. Major pros highlight its vibrant 100% NTSC color gamut screen, smooth gaming performance for its era, and 'TacSense' dual haptic motors that provide tactile feedback during play. However, notable cons include significantly below-average battery life, mediocre 5MP rear and 2MP front cameras, and a design with sharp corners that some users find ergonomically uncomfortable during long sessions.

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