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Asus ZenPad 3S 10 Cellular (4GB + 64GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£400RAM capacity:4 GBInternal storage:64 GBScreen size:9.7 inchesChipset:Qualcomm Snapdragon 650

Asus ZenPad 3S 10 Cellular (4GB + 64GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 25 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

7.1/10

Overall score

Score
7.1/ 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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â–² Better than 55% of models
Score components

35%

6.1

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

8.3

Reviews score

10%

6.1

Sentiment score

â–²Better than 55% of tablets
7.5

Value for money

Value for money
7.5/ 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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â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
Score components

70%

7.1

Overall score

30%

8.4

Price

â–¼Worse than 57%
6.1

Technical score

Technical score
6.1/ 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%

5.3

Performance

20%

5.9

Display

16%

7.2

Camera

14%

4.7

Battery

12%

7.5

Connectivity

8%

6.9

Software

5%

6.6

Design

3%

5.0

Audio

â–²Better than 50%
8.3

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.3/ 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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â–² Better than 80% of models

80%

8.3

Average grade

20%

8.6

Popularity

Grades by review (25)
22 reviews: 12 with a printed score, 10 estimated from the review. 3 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–²Better than 80%
?

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~ £400
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.
Other versions:
4GB + 64GB4GB + 32GB

What reviewers say about the Asus ZenPad 3S 10 Cellular (4GB + 64GB)

Based on 22 · 3

Reviewers love the bright display and solid build, but dislike the software and camera, and split on battery life.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
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What owners say about the Asus ZenPad 3S 10 Cellular (4GB + 64GB)

Based on 69 owners sharing their experience in online comments

39%positive15%mixed46%negative

Owners value its speed, build, sound and price, but charging, battery and reliability problems leave many frustrated.

What owners dislike

  • Owners report fast charging often does not work, even with Qualcomm 3.0 and Anker chargers, which charge no faster than a regular 2A charger.8
  • The Z Stylus is often backordered, its battery drains fast with no rechargeable replacements, and owners struggle to find a compatible alternative.5
  • Some owners say the battery drains fast, the tablet turns itself on overnight, and a repaired unit still lasted only about 3 hours.4
  • Owners say updates stopped after about a year, leaving it stuck on Android 7.0, and Asus support was disappointing.4
  • Games can stutter with random freezes, Roblox lags until it stops, and pink, red and black glitches pop up on screen.3
  • Bottom-firing speakers send sound from one spot, get covered by your hand when held sideways, and are awkward to use in bed.3
  • Owners report random daily reboots, a stall on the logo screen after power loss, and a power button that sticks after drops.3
  • At 1440p the streaming app lags until it is closed, and some owners say a system update fixed it.3

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

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Technical Specifications of tablet Asus ZenPad 3S 10 Cellular (4GB + 64GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.1/ 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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â–² Better than 50% of models
Score components:

22%

5.3

Performance

20%

5.9

Display

16%

7.2

Camera

14%

4.7

Battery

12%

7.5

Connectivity

8%

6.9

Software

5%

6.6

Design

3%

5.0

Audio

6.1
Reviews score
8.3
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.5/ 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 57% of models
Score components:

70%

7.1

Overall score

30%

8.4

Price

7.5
RAM capacity
4 GB
Market range: <1 GB – >8 GB
This tablet has 4 GB of RAM, which is more than 47.2% of tablets and equal to 17.8% of tablets.
Process node
28 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 28 nm process, which is larger than 65.1% of tablets and equal to 17.6% 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
336 points
Market range: <233 points – >2.3k points
This tablet scores 336 points in single-core tests, which is lower than 79.1% of tablets and equal to 0.3% of tablets.
Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon 650
This tablet runs on Qualcomm Snapdragon 650, which is more advanced than 56.8% of tablets and equal to 0.1% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Screen resolution
2048×1536
This tablet has a 2048×1536 screen, which is sharper than 68.5% of tablets and equal to 3.8% 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
264 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 264 ppi, which is higher than 71% of tablets and equal to 5.8% of tablets.
Display glass type
Corning Gorilla Glass 3
This tablet protects its screen with Corning Gorilla Glass 3, which is more durable than 80.2% of tablets and the same as 11.2% 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
8 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a rear camera with 8 MP resolution, which is higher than 36.4% of tablets and equal to 31.9% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
5 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 5 MP resolution, which is higher than 48.6% of tablets and equal to 19.7% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
f/2.0
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/2.0, which is wider than 57.4% of tablets and equal to 24.7% 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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What reviewers say
Battery capacity
5,900 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 5,900 mAh battery capacity, which is smaller than 59% of tablets and equal to 0.4% 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
8.2 hours
Market range: <7 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 8.2 hours, which is shorter than that of 71.8% of tablets and equal to that of 0.3% of tablets.
web browsing
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
yes
This tablet has built-in LTE. 57.1% 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
490 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 490 g, which is lighter than 49.3% of tablets and equal to 2.1% 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
?
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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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Asus ZenPad 3S 10 Cellular (4GB + 64GB) vs the average tablet

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  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Qualcomm Snapdragon 650 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 650 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • More advanced graphics
    This tablet has more advanced graphics than the average tablet (Adreno 510 vs Mali-G51).
    Adreno 510 vs Mali-G51
  • Supports LTE
    This tablet supports LTE, while the average tablet does not. 42.9% of tablets support LTE.
  • Manual focus control
    This tablet supports manual focus, while the average tablet does not. 36.9% of tablets support manual focus.
  • 142,900 Hz higher PWM dimming frequency
    This tablet has a higher PWM dimming frequency than the average tablet (142,900 Hz vs 0 Hz). The average tablet has PWM dimming frequency of 0 Hz.
    142,900 Hz vs 0 Hz
  • Supports manual ISO
    This tablet supports manual ISO, while the average tablet does not. 45.9% of tablets support manual ISO.
  • 18.6% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.3/ 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
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    â–² Better than 80% of models

    80%

    8.3

    Average grade

    20%

    8.6

    Popularity

    Grades by review (25)
    22 reviews: 12 with a printed score, 10 estimated from the review. 3 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.
    8.3 vs 7.0
  • Sharper display
    This tablet has a sharper screen than the average tablet (2048×1536 vs 1920×1200).
    2,048×1,536 vs 1,920×1,200
  • 18.6% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.3/ 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–² Better than 80% of models

    80%

    8.3

    Average grade

    20%

    8.6

    Popularity

    Grades by review (25)
    22 reviews: 12 with a printed score, 10 estimated from the review. 3 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.
    8.3 vs 7.0
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Qualcomm Snapdragon 650 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 650 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • More advanced graphics
    This tablet has more advanced graphics than the average tablet (Adreno 510 vs Mali-G51).
    Adreno 510 vs Mali-G51
  • 142,900 Hz higher PWM dimming frequency
    This tablet has a higher PWM dimming frequency than the average tablet (142,900 Hz vs 0 Hz). The average tablet has PWM dimming frequency of 0 Hz.
    142,900 Hz vs 0 Hz
  • Sharper display
    This tablet has a sharper screen than the average tablet (2048×1536 vs 1920×1200).
    2,048×1,536 vs 1,920×1,200
  • 19.5% sharper screen detail
    This tablet has sharper screen detail than the average tablet (264 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    264 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • 87 nits brighter screen
    This tablet is brighter than the average tablet (488 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    488 nits vs 401 nits
  • 26 nits higher typical brightness
    This tablet has a higher typical brightness than the average tablet (426 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    426 nits vs 400 nits
  • More durable glass
    This tablet has more durable glass than the average tablet (Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs Corning Gorilla Glass). The average tablet uses Corning Gorilla Glass.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • 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.
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This tablet has a wider main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's main camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Supports slow-motion video
    This tablet supports slow-motion recording, while the average tablet does not. 37.3% of tablets support slow-motion recording.
  • Supports LTE
    This tablet supports LTE, while the average tablet does not. 42.9% of tablets support LTE.
  • Supports cellular data
    This tablet supports cellular data, while the average tablet does not. 47.4% of tablets offer this.
  • Fingerprint unlocking
    This tablet supports fingerprint unlocking, while the average tablet does not. 16% of tablets offer this.
    Fingerprint scanner in the home button.
  • 1.2 mm thinner
    This tablet is thinner than the average tablet (6.8 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    6.8 mm vs 8 mm
  • Supports aptX Low Latency
    This tablet supports aptX Low Latency, the average tablet does not. 2.6% of tablets support aptX Low Latency.
  • 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 continuous video AF
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • 68.1% lower multi-core score
    This tablet has a lower multi-core score than the average tablet (603 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in multi-core tests.
    603 points vs 1,891 points
  • 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.
  • 1.8 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (8.2 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    web browsing
    8.2 hours vs 10 hours
  • 2x larger process node
    This tablet has a larger process node than the average tablet (28 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet is built on 14 nm.
    28 nm vs 14 nm
  • 2 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (6 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    6 vs 8
  • 53.9% lower single-core score
    This tablet has a lower single-core score than the average tablet (336 points vs 729 points). The average tablet scores 729 points in single-core tests.
    336 points vs 729 points
  • 18.7% lower sentiment score
    6.1 vs 7.5
  • 53.9% more expensive
    Asus ZenPad 3S 10 Cellular (4GB + 64GB) is more expensive than the average tablet (£400 vs £260).
    £400 vs £260
  • 68.1% lower multi-core score
    This tablet has a lower multi-core score than the average tablet (603 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in multi-core tests.
    603 points vs 1,891 points
  • 2 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (6 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    6 vs 8
  • 2x larger process node
    This tablet has a larger process node than the average tablet (28 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet is built on 14 nm.
    28 nm vs 14 nm
  • 53.9% lower single-core score
    This tablet has a lower single-core score than the average tablet (336 points vs 729 points). The average tablet scores 729 points in single-core tests.
    336 points vs 729 points
  • 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
  • 3 years older
    This tablet was released earlier than the average tablet (2016 vs 2019). The average tablet was released in 2019.
    August 2016
    2016 vs 2019
  • Less vivid contrast
    This tablet has less contrast than the average tablet (879:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    879:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 0.4 inches smaller screen
    This tablet has a smaller screen than the average tablet (9.7 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    9.7 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 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 backside-illuminated sensor
    This tablet does not have a BSI sensor, while the average tablet does. 52.6% of tablets have a BSI sensor.
  • 1.8 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (8.2 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    web browsing
    8.2 hours vs 10 hours
  • 10.6% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a smaller battery capacity than the average tablet (5,900 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    5,900 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • No face recognition
    This tablet does not have face recognition, the average tablet does. 56.4% of tablets support face recognition.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This tablet has an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (4.2 vs 5).
    4.2 vs 5
  • 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 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 multi-user mode
    User score
    8.0/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average of independent expert reviews and videos, graded by us; missing reviews count as 7/10.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how independent test sites and video reviewers rate the product in real use.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    â–¼
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    Asus ZenPad 3S 10 Cellular
    the average tablet
    Asus ZenPad 3S 10 Cellular (4GB + 64GB) 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 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.
  • 42.3 mm taller
    This tablet is taller than the average tablet (242.3 mm vs 200 mm). The average tablet is 200 mm tall.
    242.3 mm vs 200 mm

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

8.5
notebookcheck.net
✓ explicit
24/05/2017
Lab test · LTE tablet
Verdict
The Asus ZenPad 3S 10 LTE adds built-in mobile data its predecessor lacked and is faster in graphics, but trails the Galaxy Tab S3.
7.0
techadvisor.com
✓ explicit
03/04/2017
Hands-on review · Android software
Verdict
The Asus ZenPad 3S 10 is one of the best-designed tablets around, but cluttered software and preinstalled apps make it a chore to use.
7.0
pcmag.com
✓ explicit
22/11/2016
Hands-on review · Midrange media tablet
Verdict
The Asus ZenPad 3S 10 is a good pick for films and comics, with a sharp screen and loud speakers, but battery life is short.
8.0
pocket-lint.com
✓ explicit
11/05/2017
Hands-on review · iPad alternative
Verdict
The Asus ZenPad 3S 10 is a slim, attractive metal tablet and the closest Android rival to the iPad, but its battery falls short of its claims.
6.0
computerfanfield.com
≈ estimated
Not Dated
Benchmark test · iPad alternative
Verdict
The Asus ZenPad 3S 10 is a slim, solid metal tablet with a good screen and strong processor, but weak graphics and short battery life limit gaming and long trips.
8.6
notebookcheck.net
✓ explicit
01/01/2017
Benchmark test · Mid-range Android tablet
Verdict
The Asus ZenPad 3S 10 is a mid-range tablet with fast sequential storage writes, but inconsistent browser speed and weaker graphics than rivals hold it back.
9.0
coolsmartphone.com
≈ estimated
15/12/2016
Personal review · Android tablet
Verdict
The Asus ZenPad 3S 10 has a premium metal body and quick fingerprint unlock, but its ZenUI skin looks cartoonish and needs a launcher swap.
8.5
notebookcheck.com
✓ explicit
22/05/2017
Benchmark tests · LTE version
Verdict
The Asus ZenPad 3S 10 LTE keeps up in office-style tests but falls well behind the Galaxy Tab S3 in demanding 3D graphics.
7.2
computerbild.de
✓ explicit
31/05/2017
Lab test · LTE tablet
Verdict
The Asus ZenPad 3S 10 LTE is quick, long-lasting and has a sharp screen, but its glossy display reflects a lot of light and it is slightly heavy.
9.0
hifitest.de
✓ explicit
04/12/2017
Hands-on test · Entertainment tablet
Verdict
The Asus ZenPad 3S 10 (Z500KL) has an excellent screen and a clean build for games and films, but dropped the fingerprint sensor and its camera sticks out.
9.0
tabletblog.de
≈ estimated
01/09/2016
Hands-on test · Metal Android tablet
Verdict
The Asus ZenPad 3S 10 is a thin, metal-bodied Android tablet with fast performance, a sharp screen and loud speakers, though its software updates are uncertain.
7.6
01net.com
✓ explicit
27/10/2016
Lab test · Android tablet
Verdict
The Asus ZenPad 3S 10 is a fast, good-looking tablet and a solid iPad alternative for Android users, let down by weak cameras.
9.0
lesandroides.net
≈ estimated
17/04/2017
Lab test · Value premium tablet
Verdict
The Asus ZenPad 3S 10 offers strong performance, a good screen and good value for money, but it doesn't stand out from Galaxy Tab rivals.
9.0
hwready.it
✓ explicit
10/01/2017
Hands-on review · Aluminium tablet
Verdict
The Asus ZenPad 3S 10 is a light, well-made tablet with a bright screen and nearly nine hours of battery, but its rear camera is weak in low light.
8.0
gizblog.it
≈ estimated
18/10/2017
Hands-on test · LTE tablet
Verdict
The Asus ZenPad 3S 10 LTE is a slim, solid metal tablet with long battery life, but its glossy screen struggles in direct sunlight.
8.2
techzilla.it
✓ explicit
22/10/2016
Hands-on review · Android tablet
Verdict
The Asus ZenPad 3S 10 is a beautifully made tablet whose sharp screen and loud sound suit media fans, while Android limits serious productivity.
9.0
androidiani.com
≈ estimated
12/12/2016
Hands-on test · Premium Android tablet
Verdict
The Asus ZenPad 3S 10 is a sleek tablet with a sharp screen and reliable fingerprint sensor, but its rear camera and poorly optimised interface hold it back.
9.0
webnews.it
≈ estimated
26/10/2016
Full review · Entertainment-focused tablet
Verdict
The Asus ZenPad 3S 10 is a light, solid 10-inch tablet well suited to video and games, though its cameras only deliver average results.
8.0
viktec.net
✓ explicit
11/12/2017
Hands-on test · Mid-range LTE tablet
Verdict
The Asus ZenPad 3S 10 LTE is a sleek 10-inch tablet with a strong screen and very long battery life, suiting beginners, though its camera is noisy in dim light.
9.0
fabionieddu.com
≈ estimated
09/11/2017
Hands-on review · Everyday tablet
Verdict
The Asus ZenPad 3S 10 LTE is a stylish, smooth-running tablet with a bright screen and very long battery life, though its back shows fingerprints and it is a little heavy.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Asus ZenPad 3S 10 Cellular (4GB + 64GB)

  • High-resolution 2K display with excellent sharpness and color vibrancy
  • Premium, slim all-metal design that is lightweight and comfortable to hold
  • Smooth multitasking and performance provided by 4GB of RAM
  • Loud and clear dual speakers, often described as punching above their weight for a tablet
  • Fast and reliable fingerprint sensor for added security and convenience
  • Generous internal storage options (up to 64GB) with microSD card expansion

What customers don't like about Asus ZenPad 3S 10 Cellular (4GB + 64GB)

  • Underwhelming battery life that frequently falls short of manufacturer claims under heavy use
  • Significant amount of pre-installed bloatware and an 'outdated' feeling ZenUI skin
  • Poor camera quality with noisy, low-detail photos, especially in low light
  • Questionable speaker placement on a single edge, which can be easily muffled in landscape mode
  • Reflective screen that can make viewing difficult in direct sunlight
  • Occasional touch screen responsiveness issues reported by some users

Verdict

The Asus ZenPad 3S 10 Cellular (Z500KL) is a premium 9.7-inch Android tablet featuring a high-resolution 2048 x 1536 IPS display and a sleek, all-metal body that is just 6.75mm thin. This cellular-capable model is equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 650 hexa-core processor, 4GB of RAM, and 64GB of internal storage, which is expandable via microSD. Its main advantages include a vibrant screen with thin 5.32mm bezels, high-resolution audio support with dual five-magnet speakers, and a larger 7800mAh battery compared to the Wi-Fi-only version. However, it lacks a fingerprint sensor found on its sibling model, and users frequently note average camera performance and a heavy 'ZenUI' software skin as primary drawbacks.

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