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Asus ZenPad 8.0 Z380KL (2GB + 16GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£250RAM capacity:2 GBInternal storage:16 GBScreen size:8 inchesChipset:Qualcomm Snapdragon 410

Asus ZenPad 8.0 Z380KL (2GB + 16GB) 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.

Asus ZenPad 8.0 Z380KL (2GB + 16GB)
6.9/10

Overall score

Score
6.9/ 10
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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%

5.2

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

8.2

Reviews score

10%

8.0

Sentiment score

â–¼Worse than 52% of tablets
7.6

Value for money

Value for money
7.6/ 10
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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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Score components

70%

6.9

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

â–²Better than 50%
5.2

Technical score

Technical score
5.2/ 10
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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%

4.3

Display

16%

6.3

Camera

14%

3.7

Battery

12%

6.2

Connectivity

8%

6.1

Software

5%

6.7

Design

3%

3.9

Audio

â–¼Worse than 79%
8.2

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.2/ 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 74% of models

80%

8.2

Average grade

20%

8.1

Popularity

Grades by review (15)
12 reviews: 2 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 74%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 10
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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:
2GB + 16GB
Other versions:
1GB + 8GB3GB + 32GB

What reviewers say about the Asus ZenPad 8.0 Z380KL (2GB + 16GB)

Based on 12 · 5

Sound, build and battery life win praise, opinions split on the display, and the camera is the clear letdown.
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Technical Specifications of tablet Asus ZenPad 8.0 Z380KL (2GB + 16GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.2/ 10
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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
â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
Score components:

22%

5.3

Performance

20%

4.3

Display

16%

6.3

Camera

14%

3.7

Battery

12%

6.2

Connectivity

8%

6.1

Software

5%

6.7

Design

3%

3.9

Audio

5.2
Reviews score
8.2
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.6/ 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–² Better than 50% of models
Score components:

70%

6.9

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

7.6
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
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
16 GB
Market range: <16 GB – >256 GB
This tablet has 16 GB of internal storage, which is less than 78.8% of tablets and equal to 14.8% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
138 points
Market range: <233 points – >2.3k points
This tablet scores 138 points in single-core tests, which is lower than 98.5% of tablets and equal to 0.1% of tablets.
Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon 410
This tablet runs on Qualcomm Snapdragon 410, which is more advanced than 52.1% of tablets and equal to 0.6% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Screen resolution
1280×800
This tablet has a 1280×800 screen, which is less sharp than 68.1% of tablets and equal to 21.7% of tablets.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >120 Hz
This tablet has a 60 Hz screen, which is smoother than 0.1% of tablets and equal to 73.4% of tablets.
Display type
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 66.5% of tablets and equal to 6.8% of tablets.
Display glass type
Corning Gorilla Glass
This tablet protects its screen with Corning Gorilla Glass, which is more durable than 45.4% of tablets and the same as 32.8% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical stabilisation. 0.4% of tablets offer this.
Main camera megapixels
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
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/2.0
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
4,000 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 4,000 mAh battery capacity, which is smaller than 84.6% of tablets and equal to 4.5% 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
10 hours
Market range: <7 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 10 hours, which is longer than that of 39.1% of tablets and equal to that of 20.5% 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
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
medium
This tablet offers medium update support, which is longer than the support period of 47.6% of tablets and equal to that of 32.4% 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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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
350 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 350 g, which is lighter than 80.6% of tablets and equal to 1.3% 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
yes
This tablet includes an FM radio. 81.1% of tablets offer this.
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Asus ZenPad 8.0 Z380KL (2GB + 16GB) vs the average tablet

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  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • Supports LTE
    This tablet supports LTE, while the average tablet does not. 42.9% of tablets support LTE.
  • More advanced graphics
    This tablet has more advanced graphics than the average tablet (Adreno 306 vs Mali-G51).
    Adreno 306 vs Mali-G51
  • Supports manual ISO
    This tablet supports manual ISO, while the average tablet does not. 45.9% of tablets support manual ISO.
  • 28.6% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (350 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    350 g vs 490 g
  • 17.1% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.2/ 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 74% of models

    80%

    8.2

    Average grade

    20%

    8.1

    Popularity

    Grades by review (15)
    12 reviews: 2 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.
    8.2 vs 7.0
  • Supports cellular data
    This tablet supports cellular data, while the average tablet does not. 47.4% of tablets offer this.
  • 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
  • 17.1% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.2/ 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 74% of models

    80%

    8.2

    Average grade

    20%

    8.1

    Popularity

    Grades by review (15)
    12 reviews: 2 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.
    8.2 vs 7.0
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • More advanced graphics
    This tablet has more advanced graphics than the average tablet (Adreno 306 vs Mali-G51).
    Adreno 306 vs Mali-G51
  • 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.
  • 28.6% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (350 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    350 g vs 490 g
  • 52.3 mm narrower
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (123 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    123 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • 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
  • 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
  • 39.4% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a smaller battery capacity than the average tablet (4,000 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    4,000 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • No direct OS updates
    This tablet does not support direct OS updates, while the average tablet does. 79.7% of tablets offer this.
  • No continuous video AF
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • 100 nits lower typical brightness
    This tablet has a lower typical brightness than the average tablet (300 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    300 nits vs 400 nits
  • 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
  • 81.1% lower single-core score
    This tablet has a lower single-core score than the average tablet (138 points vs 729 points). The average tablet scores 729 points in single-core tests.
    138 points vs 729 points
  • 75% less internal storage
    This tablet has less internal storage than the average tablet (16 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    16 GB vs 64 GB
  • 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
  • 71.8% less memory bandwidth
    This tablet has less memory bandwidth than the average tablet (4.2 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has 14.9 GB/s of memory bandwidth.
    4.2 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • 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.
  • 38.5% slower GPU clock
    This tablet runs its GPU slower than the average tablet (400 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet runs its GPU at 650 MHz.
    400 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • 4 years older
    This tablet was released earlier than the average tablet (2015 vs 2019). The average tablet was released in 2019.
    July 2015
    2015 vs 2019
  • 100 nits lower typical brightness
    This tablet has a lower typical brightness than the average tablet (300 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    300 nits vs 400 nits
  • 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 sharp display
    This tablet has a less sharp screen than the average tablet (1280×800 vs 1920×1200).
    1,280×800 vs 1,920×1,200
  • Less vivid contrast
    This tablet has less contrast than the average tablet (800:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    800:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 14.5% softer screen detail
    This tablet has softer screen detail than the average tablet (189 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    189 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • 11 nits dimmer screen
    This tablet is dimmer than the average tablet (390 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    390 nits vs 401 nits
  • 3 MP lower front resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution front camera than the average tablet (2 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    2 MP vs 5 MP
  • No continuous video AF
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • No 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 backside-illuminated sensor
    This tablet does not have a BSI sensor, while the average tablet does. 52.6% of tablets have a BSI sensor.
  • No fast charging
    This tablet does not support fast charging, while the average tablet does. 56.8% of tablets support fast charging.
  • 39.4% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a smaller battery capacity than the average tablet (4,000 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    4,000 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 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)
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This tablet has an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (4 vs 5).
    4 vs 5
  • Fewer Wi-Fi bands
    This tablet supports fewer Wi-Fi bands than the average tablet (2.4GHz vs 2.4GHz/5GHz). The average tablet supports 2.4GHz/5GHz Wi-Fi bands.
    2.4GHz vs 2.4GHz/5GHz
  • 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.
  • 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 dark mode
    This tablet does not support dark mode, while the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets offer this.
  • 0.5 mm thicker
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (8.5 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    8.5 mm vs 8 mm
  • 1 fewer speakers
    This tablet has less speakers than the average tablet (1 vs 2). The average tablet has 2 speakers.
    1 vs 2

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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
musicphotolife.com
✓ explicit
05/04/2016
Full review · Calling tablet
Verdict
The ASUS ZenPad 8.0 is a voice-calling 8-inch tablet with a loud Audio Cover, but its weak bass and slow charging hold it back.
8.0
travellingcamera.com
≈ estimated
06/01/2016
First impressions · Audio cover
Verdict
The ASUS ZenPad 8.0 is a sharp, good-value tablet whose DTS audio cover impresses, though its colours trail the iPad Mini and its battery is modest.
9.0
travel.bhushavali.com
≈ estimated
08/01/2016
Hands-on review · Travel use
Verdict
The ASUS ZenPad 8.0 suits travellers who want 4G and strong audio cover sound, though its 8MP camera without flash disappoints.
9.0
technave.com
≈ estimated
23/12/2015
Benchmark test · Gaming and battery
Verdict
The ASUS ZenPad 8.0 Z380KL is a long-lasting 8-inch tablet that runs games well on high settings, though its built-in speaker is too quiet for calls.
9.0
letsexpresso.com
≈ estimated
08/01/2016
Hands-on review · Audio cover focus
Verdict
The ASUS ZenPad 8.0 is a thin, light tablet with long battery life and a worthwhile audio cover, but its low-resolution screen is the main drawback.
9.0
inditales.com
≈ estimated
08/01/2016
First impressions · Audio cover and battery
Verdict
The ASUS ZenPad 8.0 is an easy-to-use Android tablet whose audio cover gives videos a surround-sound effect, with a long battery so far.
8.0
hardwarezone.com.sg
≈ estimated
02/02/2016
Benchmark test · Budget comparison
Verdict
The ASUS ZenPad 8.0 is a solid, affordable 8-inch tablet with 4G and expandable storage, but its camera and screen trail the Xiaomi Mi Pad.
8.0
techvorm.com
≈ estimated
11/10/2015
Hands-on review · Media and reading
Verdict
The ASUS ZenPad 8.0 suits reading and media viewing, with a useful audio cover and full-day battery, but its calls, camera and gaming come up short.
8.0
mobigyaan.com
≈ estimated
19/10/2015
Hands-on test · 4G calling tablet
Verdict
The Asus ZenPad 8.0 is a mid-range 8-inch tablet with 4G calling and strong multitasking, held back by a low-resolution screen and a weak front camera.
8.0
basicthinking.de
≈ estimated
13/11/2015
Hands-on test · Accessories
Verdict
The ASUS ZenPad 8.0 is a stylish mid-range tablet whose swappable back and 5.1 audio cover suit media fans, but weak cameras and crowded software let it down.
8.0
fwd.nl
✓ explicit
20/09/2015
Hands-on review · Accessories and camera
Verdict
The ASUS ZenPad 8.0 (Z380C) is an ordinary tablet with a removable back and a good audio cover, but weak cameras make it a poor choice for photos.
7.0
androidplanet.nl
≈ estimated
08/10/2015
Hands-on review · Accessories and battery
Verdict
The ASUS ZenPad 8.0 is a sturdy, compact tablet suited to undemanding users, with a strong audio cover, but sluggish apps and a grainy screen hold it back.

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What customers like about Asus ZenPad 8.0 Z380KL (2GB + 16GB)

  • Affordable price point and strong value for money
  • Stylish, ergonomic design with a premium leather-like finish
  • Support for 4G LTE connectivity for travel
  • Expandable storage via microSD card (up to 64GB or 128GB)
  • Impressive modular accessories like the Audio Cover for 5.1 surround sound
  • Good battery life and standby performance
  • Smooth multitasking for basic apps thanks to 2GB of RAM

What customers don't like about Asus ZenPad 8.0 Z380KL (2GB + 16GB)

  • Low screen resolution (1280 x 800) compared to competitors
  • Significant amount of non-removable pre-installed bloatware
  • Limited internal storage (16GB) that fills up quickly
  • Inability to move many apps directly to the SD card
  • Slow charging times, often taking 3 to 4 hours for a full charge
  • Underwhelming camera quality, especially in low light
  • Performance lag when running heavy 3D games

Verdict

The Asus ZenPad 8.0 Z380KL is a versatile 8-inch tablet featuring an IPS LCD display with a 1280x800 resolution and a 76.5% screen-to-body ratio. This specific configuration includes 2GB of RAM, 16GB of internal storage (expandable via microSD up to 128GB), and is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon octa-core processor. Key features include 4G LTE connectivity with voice calling support, an 8MP autofocus rear camera, and a 4,000mAh battery. Main pros are its stylish leather-patterned interchangeable back covers, DTS-HD Premium Sound, and support for specialized accessories like the Audio Cover. However, notable cons include a relatively low screen resolution for its size, slow performance during graphically-intensive tasks, and a significant amount of pre-installed bloatware.

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