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Archos 80 G9 (1GB + 250GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£220RAM capacity:1 GBInternal storage:250 GBScreen size:8 inchesChipset:TI OMAP 4460

Archos 80 G9 (1GB + 250GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 15 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Archos 80 G9 (1GB + 250GB)
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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 95% of models
Score components

35%

4.7

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

4.7

Reviews score

10%

?

Sentiment scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 6.9, the mark of a weaker model in this category

▼Worse than 95% of tablets
6.8

Value for money

Value for money
6.8/ 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 91% of models
Score components

70%

5.7

Overall score

30%

9.4

Price

▼Worse than 91%
4.7

Technical score

Technical score
4.7/ 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 96% of models
Score components

22%

4.9

Performance

20%

4.3

Display

16%

4.2

Camera

14%

3.9

Battery

12%

5.8

Connectivity

8%

6.0

Software

5%

4.7

Design

3%

3.9

Audio

▼Worse than 96%
4.7

Reviews score

Reviews score
4.7/ 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 97% of models

4.7

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

80%

7.4

Average grade

20%

8.1

Popularity

Grades by review (15)
8 reviews: 1 with a printed score, 7 estimated from the review. 7 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 97%
?

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
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Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.
Available versions:
1GB + 250GB1GB + 8GBCheck price1GB + 16GBCheck price
Other versions:
512MB + 8GB512MB + 16GB512MB + 250GB

What reviewers say about the Archos 80 G9 (1GB + 250GB)

Based on 8 · 8

Reviewers praise the long battery life and good software, but agree the build feels cheap and performance and touchscreen disappoint.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
Pick a topic to see who said what

What owners say about the Archos 80 G9 (1GB + 250GB)

Based on 31 owners sharing their experience in online comments

42%positive16%mixed42%negative

Owners praise reliable, smooth performance, while recurring crashes and screen problems undermine confidence.

What owners dislike

  • Owners report screen tearing or ripple, stuck pixels, and glass that gives way under a hard press; a metal plate under the display helped.8
  • Owners report random crashes, freezes, locks and reboots; one unit got stuck on the recovery screen, and the Turbo version crashed less often.5
  • Some owners say it broke within months: the USB charger port came off, it would not charge, and they felt it was poor value.3
  • Owners say heat builds up in the lower left corner, near the motherboard, and when the tablet gets hot it feels cheap and tacky.3

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

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Technical Specifications of tablet Archos 80 G9 (1GB + 250GB)

Technical score
Technical score
4.7/ 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 96% of models
Score components:

22%

4.9

Performance

20%

4.3

Display

16%

4.2

Camera

14%

3.9

Battery

12%

5.8

Connectivity

8%

6.0

Software

5%

4.7

Design

3%

3.9

Audio

4.7
Reviews score
4.7
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
6.8/ 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 91% of models
Score components:

70%

5.7

Overall score

30%

9.4

Price

6.8
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
45 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 45 nm process, which is larger than 94.9% of tablets and equal to 4.4% of tablets.
Internal storage
250 GB
Market range: <16 GB – >256 GB
This tablet has 250 GB of internal storage, which is more than 76.3% of tablets and equal to 0.1% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
?
Chipset
TI OMAP 4460
This tablet runs on TI OMAP 4460, which is less advanced than 68% of tablets and equal to 0.3% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Screen resolution
1024×768
This tablet has a 1024×768 screen, which is less sharp than 90.5% of tablets and equal to 2.2% of tablets.
Refresh rate
?
Display type
TFT LCD
This tablet uses a TFT LCD display type. 89.9% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
160 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 160 ppi, which is lower than 83.2% of tablets and equal to 0.5% of tablets.
Display glass type
?
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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
N/A
Front camera megapixels
1.3 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 1.3 MP resolution, which is lower than 80.9% of tablets and equal to 5.4% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
N/A
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
?
Charging speed
5 W
Market range: <10 W – >45 W
This tablet charges at 5 W, which is slower than 96% of tablets and equal to 3.3% of tablets.
Battery life
7 hours
Market range: <7 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 7 hours, which is shorter than that of 85.4% of tablets and equal to that of 5.5% of tablets.
video playback
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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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
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
599 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 599 g, which is heavier than 76.2% of tablets and equal to 0.7% 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
1
Market range: <2 – >4
This tablet includes 1 speakers, which is fewer than in 90.3% of tablets and equal to the number in 9.6% of tablets.
FM radio
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer this.
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Archos 80 G9 (1GB + 250GB) vs the average tablet

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  • 3.91x more internal storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (250 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    250 GB vs 64 GB
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (TI OMAP 4460 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    TI OMAP 4,460 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • Supports HDMI output
    This tablet supports HDMI output, while the average tablet does not. 49.8% of tablets offer this.
    mini-HDMI port
  • 3.91x more internal storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (250 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    250 GB vs 64 GB
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (TI OMAP 4460 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    TI OMAP 4,460 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • Supports HDMI output
    This tablet supports HDMI output, while the average tablet does not. 49.8% of tablets offer this.
    mini-HDMI port
  • 6 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (2 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    2 vs 8
  • 32.9% lower review score
    Reviews score
    4.7/ 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 97% of models

    4.7

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

    80%

    7.4

    Average grade

    20%

    8.1

    Popularity

    Grades by review (15)
    8 reviews: 1 with a printed score, 7 estimated from the review. 7 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.
    4.7 vs 7.0
  • 3.7 MP lower front resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution front camera than the average tablet (1.3 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    1.3 MP vs 5 MP
  • 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.
  • 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
  • 3 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (7 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    video playback
    7 hours vs 10 hours
  • 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
  • 32.9% lower review score
    Reviews score
    4.7/ 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 97% of models

    4.7

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

    80%

    7.4

    Average grade

    20%

    8.1

    Popularity

    Grades by review (15)
    8 reviews: 1 with a printed score, 7 estimated from the review. 7 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.
    4.7 vs 7.0
  • 10.5% worse value for money
    Archos 80 G9 (1GB + 250GB) has worse value for money than the average tablet (6.83 vs 7.6).
    6.83 vs 7.55
  • 6 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (2 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    2 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
  • 3.21x larger process node
    This tablet has a larger process node than the average tablet (45 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet is built on 14 nm.
    45 nm vs 14 nm
  • More basic graphics
    This tablet has less advanced graphics than the average tablet (PowerVR SGX540 vs Mali-G51).
    PowerVR SGX540 vs Mali-G51
  • 25% lower CPU speed
    This tablet has a lower CPU speed than the average tablet (1.5 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    1.5 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • Slower storage type
    This tablet uses HDD storage, while the average tablet uses faster eMMC. Storage technology still varies widely across tablets.
    HDD vs eMMC
  • 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
  • 8 years older
    This tablet was released earlier than the average tablet (2011 vs 2019). The average tablet was released in 2019.
    September 2011
    2011 vs 2019
  • More basic memory type
    This tablet uses less advanced memory than the average tablet (LPDDR2 vs LPDDR3).
    LPDDR2 vs LPDDR3
  • 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
  • Less sharp display
    This tablet has a less sharp screen than the average tablet (1024×768 vs 1920×1200).
    1,024×768 vs 1,920×1,200
  • 181 nits dimmer screen
    This tablet is dimmer than the average tablet (220 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    220 nits vs 401 nits
  • 180 nits lower typical brightness
    This tablet has a lower typical brightness than the average tablet (220 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    220 nits vs 400 nits
  • 27.6% softer screen detail
    This tablet has softer screen detail than the average tablet (160 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    160 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • Less vivid contrast
    This tablet has less contrast than the average tablet (581:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    581:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 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
  • 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
  • 3.7 MP lower front resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution front camera than the average tablet (1.3 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    1.3 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 burst mode
    This tablet does not support burst mode, the average tablet does. 60.6% of tablets support burst mode.
  • No panorama mode
    This tablet does not support panorama mode, while the average tablet does. 78.6% of tablets support panorama mode.
  • 3 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (7 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    video playback
    7 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.
  • 72.2% slower charging
    This tablet charges slower than the average tablet (5 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    5 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 (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 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
  • 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
    6.6/ 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
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    ▼
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    Archos 80 G9
    the average tablet
    Archos 80 G9 (1GB + 250GB) 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.
  • 6.7 mm thicker
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (14.7 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    14.7 mm vs 8 mm
  • 22.2% heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (599 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    599 g vs 490 g
  • 1 fewer speakers
    This tablet has less speakers than the average tablet (1 vs 2). The average tablet has 2 speakers.
    1 vs 2

Video reviews

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

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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

6.0
cnet.com
✓ explicit
03/10/2011
Lab-tested review · Honeycomb tablet
Verdict
The Archos 80 G9 is a light Honeycomb tablet that plays 1080p video smoothly, but awkward buttons, a poor camera and a dim screen let it down.
7.0
techcrunch.com
≈ estimated
18/10/2011
Hands-on review · Budget Honeycomb tablet
Verdict
The Archos 80 G9 is a budget Android tablet with long battery life and good HDMI output, but its plastic body feels flimsy and it is not for enthusiasts.
8.0
coolsmartphone.com
≈ estimated
10/11/2011
Owner review · Budget Honeycomb tablet
Verdict
The Archos 80 G9 is strong value for light browsing and video, but its 512MB of RAM slows multitasking and its battery drains while idle.
8.0
slashgear.com
≈ estimated
02/03/2012
Hands-on video · Budget 8-inch tablet
Verdict
The Archos 80 G9 is a well-connected 8-inch tablet for students, with a full day of battery, though its plastic kickstand feels flimsy.
8.0
engadget.com
≈ estimated
02/09/2011
Hands-on video · Early show-floor look
Verdict
The Archos 80 G9 looks good and offers an unusually large 250GB hard drive option, but it is chunky and its build trails rival tablets.
7.0
engadget.com
≈ estimated
12/10/2011
Benchmark review · Budget 8-inch tablet
Verdict
The Archos 80 G9 is a cheap 8-inch tablet with a kickstand and full USB port, though it trails rivals in speed and sound.
7.0
connect.de
≈ estimated
31/05/2012
Lab test · Budget multimedia tablet
Verdict
The Archos 80 G9 Turbo is a compact multimedia tablet with long battery life, but its dim, low-contrast display is its main shortcoming.
9.0
android-zone.fr
≈ estimated
15/10/2011
Hands-on review · Budget 8-inch tablet
Verdict
The Archos 80 G9 is probably the best budget 8-inch tablet, with good battery life and ports, but its camera, sound and viewing angles fall short.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Archos 80 G9 (1GB + 250GB)

  • Excellent value for money as a budget Android entry point.
  • Useful built-in kickstand for media viewing.
  • Smooth 1080p video playback and HDMI-out support.
  • Versatile connectivity options, including a unique 3G stick expansion slot.
  • Near-stock Android experience with access to the full Google Play Store.
  • Lightweight and portable 8-inch form factor that fits easily in a jacket pocket.

What customers don't like about Archos 80 G9 (1GB + 250GB)

  • Poor overall build quality with a 'plasticky' feel and unrefined edges.
  • Disappointing screen viewing angles and susceptibility to 'rippling' under pressure.
  • Underwhelming 512MB of RAM often leads to lagging and application freezes.
  • Subpar battery life, with performance decreasing as the charge drops.
  • Weak and tinny-sounding speakers located on the back.
  • Low-quality, grainy front-facing camera with no rear camera option.

Verdict

The Archos 80 G9 (1GB RAM + 250GB HDD version) is a specialized 8-inch tablet featuring a 1024x768 capacitive touchscreen and a dual-core Texas Instruments OMAP 4 processor clocked at up to 1.5 GHz. Running on Android 3.2 Honeycomb (upgradable to 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich), its standout characteristic is the 250GB Seagate hard drive, which offers storage capacity far exceeding standard flash-based tablets of its era. Main pros include its massive storage for multimedia, a built-in kickstand, mini-HDMI output for 1080p video playback, and a unique slot for an optional 3G integrated dongle. However, notable cons include a bulky and somewhat flimsy plastic build, disappointing screen viewing angles, a low-quality front-facing camera, and potential performance lag when accessing the physical hard drive compared to flash storage.

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