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Asus Vivotab Note 8 (2GB + 32GB) Review | 168 Data compared

Avg. price:~£290RAM capacity:2 GBInternal storage:32 GBScreen size:8 inchesChipset:Intel Atom Z3740

Asus Vivotab Note 8 (2GB + 32GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Asus Vivotab Note 8 (2GB + 32GB)
5.6/10

Overall score

Score
5.6/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best Tablets on the market.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
Score components

90%

5.4

Technical score

10%

7.2

User score

â–¼Worse than 72% of tablets
6.6

Value for money

Value for money
6.6/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
Score components

70%

5.6

Overall score

30%

9.0

Price

â–¼Worse than 72%
5.4

Technical score

Technical score
5.4/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare Tablets based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
Score components

22%

5.0

Performance

20%

5.4

Display

16%

5.8

Camera

14%

3.3

Battery

12%

5.8

Connectivity

8%

7.6

Software & Features

5%

7.2

Design

3%

4.8

Audio & Multimedia

â–¼Worse than 74%
7.2

User score

User score
7.2/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
Score components

70%

7.2

User ratings

30%

7.3

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 81%
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Available versions:
2GB + 32GB
Other versions:
2GB + 64GB
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Technical Specifications of tablet Asus Vivotab Note 8 (2GB + 32GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.4/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare Tablets based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
Score components:

22%

5.0

Performance

20%

5.4

Display

16%

5.8

Camera

14%

3.3

Battery

12%

5.8

Connectivity

8%

7.6

Software & Features

5%

7.2

Design

3%

4.8

Audio & Multimedia

5.4
User score
User score
7.2/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
Score components

70%

7.2

User ratings

30%

7.3

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.2
Popularity
Popularity
7.3/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 72% of models
Popularity:
Asus Vivotab Note 8 (2GB + 32GB) has a user popularity of 7.3 points, which is lower than 71.9% of Tablets.
7.3
Value for money
Value for money
6.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
Score components:

70%

5.6

Overall score

30%

9.0

Price

6.6
RAM capacity
2 GB
Market range: <2 GB – >12 GB
This tablet has a RAM capacity of 2 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 60.9% of tablets and equal to that of 15.6% of tablets.
Process node
22 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 22 nm process node, which is larger than the node size used in 57.5% of tablets and equal to the node used in 7.2% of tablets.
Internal storage
32 GB
Market range: <0 GB – >250 GB
This tablet has an internal storage capacity of 32 GB which is smaller than the storage of 60.5% of tablets and equal to that of 18% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
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Chipset
Intel Atom Z3740
This tablet uses the Intel Atom Z3740 chipset, which is less advanced than the chipsets in 78.6% of tablets and equal to those in 0.8% of tablets.
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Screen resolution
1280×800
This tablet has a screen resolution of 1280×800 which is lower than that of 68.1% of tablets and equal to that of 21.7% of tablets.
Refresh rate
?
Display type
IPS LCD
This tablet uses a IPS LCD display type. 17% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
189 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 189 ppi which is lower than that of 66.5% of tablets and equal to that of 6.8% of tablets.
Display glass type
?
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Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical image stabilization. 0.4% of tablets include OIS.
Main camera megapixels
5 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a main camera resolution of 5 MP which is lower than that of 63.6% of tablets and equal to that of 26% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
1.2 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera resolution of 1.2 MP which is lower than in 86.3% of tablets and equal to that in 4.8% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
f/2.4
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/2.4 which is narrower than that of 69.8% of tablets and equal to that of 17.6% of tablets.
Optical zoom
1xxx
This tablet supports 1xx optical zoom which is higher than in 18.4% of tablets and equal to that in 80.7% of tablets.
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Battery capacity
3,950 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has a battery capacity of 3,950 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 89.4% of tablets and equal to those in 0.7% of tablets.
Charging speed
10 W
Market range: <10 W – >60 W
This tablet supports charging speeds of 10 W which is slower than in 61% of tablets and equal to speeds in 33.2% of tablets.
Battery life
8 hours
Market range: <6 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 support wireless charging.
Fast charging
no
This tablet does not support fast charging. 49.7% of tablets support fast charging.
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LTE support
no
This tablet does not support LTE. 63.3% of tablets include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This tablet supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 0.2% of tablets offer Wi-Fi support.
GPS
yes
This tablet supports GPS. 17.3% of tablets include GPS functionality.
5G connectivity
no
This tablet does not support 5G connectivity. 11.1% of tablets support 5G.
NFC
no
This tablet does not support NFC. 10.9% of tablets support NFC.
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Operating system
Windows
This tablet uses the Windows operating system, which is less advanced than the one used by 84.1%.
Update support duration
long
This tablet offers long update support, which is longer than the support period of 80% of tablets and equal to that of 20% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
yes
This tablet receives direct OS updates. 20.3% of tablets receive direct updates.
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 include app tracking protection. 28.3% of tablets include app tracking protection.
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IP rating
not rated
This tablet has an IP rating of not rated which is lower than that of 16.3% of tablets and equal to that of 83.7% of tablets.
Weight
380 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 380 g which is lighter than 76.8% of tablets and equal to the weight of 0.6% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.8% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
yes
This tablet supports a keyboard accessory. 15.8% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
?
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Number of microphones
1
Market range: <0 – >5
This tablet includes 1 microphones, which is more than in 0.2% of tablets and equal to the number in 54.8% of tablets.
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this codec.
Dolby Atmos support
no
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.5% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This tablet includes 2 speakers, which is more than in 9.8% of tablets and equal to the number in 60.9% of tablets.
FM radio
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer FM radio functionality.
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Asus Vivotab Note 8 (2GB + 32GB) vs the average tablet

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  • Longer update support
    This tablet offers longer update support than the average tablet (long vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    long vs medium
  • Includes battery health monitoring
    This tablet features battery health monitoring, the average tablet does not. 37% of tablets include battery health tools.
  • Includes stylus
    This tablet includes a stylus, the average tablet does not. 16.9% of tablets come with a stylus.
  • Suitable for drawing
    This tablet is suitable for drawing, the average tablet is not. 41% of tablets are suitable for drawing.
  • 22.4% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (380 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    380 g vs 490 g
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This tablet has a higher contrast ratio than the average tablet (1274:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet contrast ratio is 1015:1.
    1,274:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 41.5 mm narrower
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (133.8 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    133.8 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • More capable chipset
    This tablet uses the Intel Atom Z3740 chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    Intel Atom Z3740 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • More capable chipset
    This tablet uses the Intel Atom Z3740 chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    Intel Atom Z3740 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This tablet has a higher contrast ratio than the average tablet (1274:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet contrast ratio is 1015:1.
    1,274:1 vs 1,015:1
  • Includes battery health monitoring
    This tablet features battery health monitoring, the average tablet does not. 37% of tablets include battery health tools.
  • Longer update support
    This tablet offers longer update support than the average tablet (long vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    long vs medium
  • Includes stylus
    This tablet includes a stylus, the average tablet does not. 16.9% of tablets come with a stylus.
  • Suitable for drawing
    This tablet is suitable for drawing, the average tablet is not. 41% of tablets are suitable for drawing.
  • 22.4% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (380 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    380 g vs 490 g
  • 41.5 mm narrower
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (133.8 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    133.8 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • 3.8 MP lower front camera megapixels
    This tablet has less front camera megapixels than the average tablet (1.2 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has 5 MP front camera resolution.
    1.2 MP vs 5 MP
  • No USB Type-C
    This tablet lacks a USB Type-C port, the average tablet includes one. 53.4% of tablets use USB Type-C.
  • 40% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a lower battery capacity than the average tablet (3,950 mAh vs 6,580 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6,580 mAh.
    3,950 mAh vs 6,580 mAh
  • 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 LTE support
    This tablet does not support LTE, the average tablet does. 63.2% of tablets support LTE.
  • 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
  • Worse main-camera video
    This tablet supports worse main-camera video recording than the average tablet (720x30 fps vs 1080x30 fps). The average tablet supports 1080x30 fps main-camera video recording.
    720x30 fps vs 1080x30 fps
  • 3 MP lower main camera megapixels
    This tablet has a lower-resolution main camera than the average tablet (5 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a 8 MP main camera.
    5 MP vs 8 MP
  • 10.8% lower user score
    User score
    7.2/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
    ▼▼
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    Asus Vivotab Note 8
    the average tablet
    Asus Vivotab Note 8 (2GB + 32GB) has a lower user score than the average tablet (7.22 vs 8.000).
    7.22 vs 8
  • 7.7% worse value for money
    Asus Vivotab Note 8 (2GB + 32GB) has worse value for money than the average tablet (6.59 vs 7.1).
    6.59 vs 7.1
  • 2 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM capacity than the average tablet (2 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    2 GB vs 4 GB
  • 2 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has less CPU threads than the average tablet (4 vs 6). The average tablet has 6 CPU threads.
    4 vs 6
  • No big.LITTLE architecture
    This tablet does not use a big.LITTLE architecture, the average tablet does. 51.3% of tablets use a big.LITTLE architecture.
  • 800 MHz slower RAM speed
    This tablet has a lower RAM speed than the average tablet (1,066 MHz vs 1,866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1,866 MHz.
    1,066 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • 50% less storage
    This tablet has less internal storage than the average tablet (32 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet provides 64 GB of internal storage.
    32 GB vs 64 GB
  • 57.1% larger process node
    This tablet uses a larger process node than the average tablet (22 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet uses a process node of 14 nm.
    22 nm vs 14 nm
  • Worse GPU
    This tablet uses the Intel HD Graphics GPU, while the average tablet uses the stronger Mali-G51. GPU choice is one of the main performance differences between tablets.
    Intel HD Graphics vs Mali-G51
  • 7% lower CPU speed
    This tablet has a lower CPU speed than the average tablet (1.9 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    1.86 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • Lower screen resolution
    This tablet has a lower screen resolution than the average tablet (1280×800 vs 1920×1200). The average tablet has a resolution of 1920×1200.
    1280×800 vs 1920×1200
  • 2.1 inches smaller screen size
    This tablet has a lower screen size than the average tablet (8 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet has screen size of 10.1 inches.
    8 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 15.6% lower pixel density
    This tablet has a lower pixel density than the average tablet (189 ppi vs 224 ppi). The average tablet has pixel density of 224 ppi.
    189 ppi vs 224 ppi
  • 39 nits lower peak brightness
    This tablet has a lower peak brightness than the average tablet (362 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits peak brightness.
    362 nits vs 401 nits
  • 38 nits lower typical brightness
    This tablet has a lower typical brightness than the average tablet (362 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    362 nits vs 400 nits
  • 32 ppi lower screen sharpness
    This tablet has a lower screen sharpness than the average tablet (189 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has screen sharpness of 221 ppi.
    189 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • 50% lower touch sampling rate
    This tablet has a lower touch sampling rate than the average tablet (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average tablet has touch sampling rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 3.8 MP lower front camera megapixels
    This tablet has less front camera megapixels than the average tablet (1.2 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has 5 MP front camera resolution.
    1.2 MP vs 5 MP
  • Worse main-camera video
    This tablet supports worse main-camera video recording than the average tablet (720x30 fps vs 1080x30 fps). The average tablet supports 1080x30 fps main-camera video recording.
    720x30 fps vs 1080x30 fps
  • 3 MP lower main camera megapixels
    This tablet has a lower-resolution main camera than the average tablet (5 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a 8 MP main camera.
    5 MP vs 8 MP
  • No timelapse video
    This tablet does not support timelapse video, the average tablet does. 57.5% of tablets include timelapse modes.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This tablet has a worse main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 main camera aperture.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • 40% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a lower battery capacity than the average tablet (3,950 mAh vs 6,580 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6,580 mAh.
    3,950 mAh vs 6,580 mAh
  • 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
  • 44.4% slower charging speed
    This tablet supports slower charging than the average tablet (10 W vs 18 W). The average tablet supports charging speed of 18 W.
    10 W vs 18 W
  • No USB Type-C
    This tablet lacks a USB Type-C port, the average tablet includes one. 53.4% of tablets use USB Type-C.
  • No LTE support
    This tablet does not support LTE, the average tablet does. 63.2% of tablets support LTE.
  • Older Wi-Fi version
    This tablet uses an older Wi-Fi version than the average tablet (Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)). The average tablet uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac).
    Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This tablet uses an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (4 vs 5). The average tablet uses Bluetooth 5.0.
    4.0 vs 5.0
  • No cellular module
    This tablet does not have a cellular module, the average tablet does. 59.3% of tablets include a cellular module.
  • No HDMI output
    This tablet does not have an HDMI output, the average tablet does. 50.1% of tablets support HDMI output.
  • No face recognition
    This tablet does not have face recognition, the average tablet does. 56% of tablets support face recognition.
  • 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% of tablets support picture-in-picture.
  • No camera/mic privacy toggles
    This tablet lacks camera and microphone privacy toggles, the average tablet includes them. 56.2% of tablets offer these toggles.
  • No full-page screenshots
    This tablet does not support full-page screenshots, the average tablet does. 52.5% of tablets support full-page screenshots.
  • No dark mode
    This tablet does not support dark mode, the average tablet does. 57.2% of tablets have dark mode.
  • 2.95 mm thicker
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (11 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8.0 mm thick.
    10.95 mm vs 8.0 mm
  • 5 older release date
    This tablet is an older model than the average tablet (2014 vs 2019).
    February 2014
    2014 vs 2019

Video reviews

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

9.0
christopherve7alb
≈ estimated
25/06/2015
Long-term test · six months of daily use
Verdict
Asus VivoTab Note 8 is worthwhile for daily desktop use, despite no charging while using USB and average Wi-Fi.
5.0
Wei Min Chan
≈ estimated
09/05/2014
Long-term test · one month of daily use and digitizer checks
Verdict
Asus VivoTab Note 8 has strong pen input, but a digitizer fault makes it hard to recommend for now.
8.1
Tablet-News.com
✓ explicit
03/04/2014
Full review · benchmarks, app tests and daily use
Verdict
Asus VivoTab Note 8 is best suited to students and drawing rather than the average user.
8.0
Dower Chin
≈ estimated
30/03/2014
Hands-on review · unboxing, drawing and port tests
Verdict
Asus VivoTab Note 8 is a nice little full-Windows tablet for drawing, with Wi-Fi and cable limits.
7.0
Liliputing
≈ estimated
07/01/2014
Hands-on review · stylus, performance and storage tests
Verdict
Asus VivoTab Note 8 is a usable Windows tablet, but its 8-inch size and 32 GB storage have clear drawbacks.
Not graded
Shop video
Hands-on video, no verdict
Overview video
Hands-on video, no verdict
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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pcmag.com
15/04/2014
Summary of the review
Asus VivoTab Note 8 Review - PCMag
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laptopmag.com
03/04/2014
Summary of the review
ASUS VivoTab Note 8 - Windows 8 Tablet Reviews
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cnet.com
16/05/2014
Summary of the review
Asus VivoTab 8 is a Windows tablet built around stylus use - CNET
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computing.co.uk
12/02/2014
Summary of the review
Asus VivoTab Note 8 review - Computing
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avforums.com
07/06/2014
Summary of the review
ASUS VivoTab Note 8 Tablet Review - AVForums
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umpcportal.com
16/02/2014
Summary of the review
ASUS Vivotab Note 8 Review - UMPCPortal
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tabletsforartists.com
11/07/2014
Summary of the review
asus vivotab note 8 review Archives | TABLETS FOR ARTISTS
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uk.pcmag.com
08/01/2014
Summary of the review
Hands On With Asus's Galaxy Note Killer
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forums.windowscentral.com
16/02/2014
Summary of the review
My review, Asus Vivotab Note 8 Are you looking for technical specifications or driver support for this specific model's Wacom digitizer?
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tabletsforartists.com
11/07/2014
Summary of the review
Asus VivoTab Note 8 review: small Wacom pen tablet - Tablets for Artists
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chip.de
31/07/2014
Summary of the review
Asus VivoTab Note 8 (M80TA-DL004H) (Tablet-PC) Test CHIP
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connect.de
14/04/2014
Summary of the review
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hardwareluxx.de
30/04/2014
Summary of the review
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computerbase.de
18/06/2014
Summary of the review
Toshiba Encore gegen Asus VivoTab Note 8 ComputerBase
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connect-living.de
08/05/2014
Summary of the review
Test: 8 Zoll Tablets von Dell, Asus & Co. mit Windows 8.1 im Vergleich
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quechoisir.org
14/05/2014
Summary of the review
Test Asus VivoTab Note 8 - Tablette tactile - Archive(actu.meilleurmobile.com) | 16/09/2014 | Test Asus VivoTab Note 8 M80TA, une bonne tablette(www.l...
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01net.com
03/01/2014
Summary of the review
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notebookcheck.nl
12/03/2014
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tweakers.net
22/03/2014
Summary of the review
Test van vier kleine Windows-tablets
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tweakers.net
22/03/2014
Summary of the review
Windows-tablets in het klein - Round-up
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Third-party reviews

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What customers like about Asus Vivotab Note 8 (2GB + 32GB)

  • Included Wacom stylus with 1,024 levels of pressure sensitivity and integrated storage slot
  • Excellent value, often bundled with a full license for Microsoft Office Home & Student
  • Highly portable and compact 8-inch form factor suitable for one-handed note-taking
  • Strong battery life for its class, with many users reporting 8 to 12 hours of use
  • Full Windows 8.1 experience allows running standard desktop applications like Photoshop
  • Solid palm rejection when using the stylus, preventing accidental touch inputs

What customers don't like about Asus Vivotab Note 8 (2GB + 32GB)

  • Widespread reports of the Wacom stylus suddenly failing or becoming unresponsive over time
  • Lack of essential I/O ports, notably missing a dedicated HDMI output
  • Lower screen resolution (1280x800) compared to competitors like the iPad Mini Retina
  • Poor speaker quality described as 'tinny' and lacking depth
  • Limited onboard storage, as the Windows OS consumes a significant portion of the base 32GB model
  • Awkwardly placed physical Windows button on the side rather than the front

Verdict

The ASUS VivoTab Note 8 is a compact 8-inch Windows 8.1 tablet powered by a quad-core Intel Atom Z3740 processor (up to 1.86 GHz) with 2GB of LPDDR3 RAM and 32GB of eMMC storage, expandable via a microSDXC slot. Its standout feature is an integrated Wacom digitiser stylus with 1,024 levels of pressure sensitivity, stored directly within the 380g chassis, alongside an 800 x 1280 IPS display and dual cameras (5MP rear, 1.2MP front). Main pros include the exceptional precision of the included stylus for note-taking and art, solid palm rejection, and the inclusion of full Microsoft Office Home & Student. However, notable cons include a relatively low-resolution screen compared to period rivals, the lack of a dedicated HDMI port, and underwhelming audio quality from the rear speakers.

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