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Asus Zenpad S 8 0 Z580c (2GB + 16GB) Review | 168 Data compared

Avg. price:~£150RAM capacity:2 GBInternal storage:16 GBScreen size:8 inchesChipset:Intel Atom Z3530

Asus Zenpad S 8 0 Z580c (2GB + 16GB) 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 Zenpad S 8 0 Z580c (2GB + 16GB)
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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Score components

90%

5.4

Technical score

10%

8.1

User score

â–¼Worse than 70% of tablets
6.9

Value for money

Value for money
6.9/ 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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Score components

70%

5.6

Overall score

30%

9.7

Price

â–¼Worse than 59%
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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Score components

22%

4.7

Performance

20%

6.0

Display

16%

6.1

Camera

14%

3.3

Battery

12%

5.8

Connectivity

8%

6.4

Software & Features

5%

6.3

Design

3%

5.0

Audio & Multimedia

â–¼Worse than 75%
8.1

User score

User score
8.1/ 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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Score components

70%

7.8

User ratings

30%

8.7

Number of reviews

â–²Better than 73%
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £150
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Available versions:
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Technical Specifications of tablet Asus Zenpad S 8 0 Z580c (2GB + 16GB)

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 75% of models
Score components:

22%

4.7

Performance

20%

6.0

Display

16%

6.1

Camera

14%

3.3

Battery

12%

5.8

Connectivity

8%

6.4

Software & Features

5%

6.3

Design

3%

5.0

Audio & Multimedia

5.4
User score
User score
8.1/ 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–² Better than 73% of models
Score components

70%

7.8

User ratings

30%

8.7

Number of reviews

8.1
Popularity
Popularity
8.7/ 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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Popularity:
Asus Zenpad S 8 0 Z580c (2GB + 16GB) has a user popularity of 8.7 points, which is lower than 83.8% of Tablets.
8.7
Value for money
Value for money
6.9/ 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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â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
Score components:

70%

5.6

Overall score

30%

9.7

Price

6.9
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
16 GB
Market range: <0 GB – >250 GB
This tablet has an internal storage capacity of 16 GB which is smaller than the storage of 78.5% of tablets and equal to that of 15% of tablets.
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Chipset
Intel Atom Z3530
This tablet uses the Intel Atom Z3530 chipset, which is less advanced than the chipsets in 81.5% of tablets and equal to those in 0.3% of tablets.
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Screen resolution
2048×1536
This tablet has a screen resolution of 2048×1536 which is higher than that of 68.7% of tablets and equal to that of 3.8% of tablets.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >120 Hz
This tablet supports a refresh rate of 60 Hz which is equal to that in 73.8% of tablets.
Display type
IPS LCD
This tablet uses a IPS LCD display type. 17% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
320 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 320 ppi which is higher than that of 93.9% of tablets and equal to that of 0.3% of tablets.
Display glass type
Corning Gorilla Glass 3
This tablet uses Corning Gorilla Glass 3 display glass which is stronger than that on 80.1% of tablets and equal to that on 11.2% of tablets.
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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
2 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera resolution of 2 MP which is lower than in 53.6% of tablets and equal to that in 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 that of 57.5% of tablets and equal to that of 24.5% 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
4,000 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has a battery capacity of 4,000 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 84.6% of tablets and equal to those in 4.5% of tablets.
Charging speed
18 W
Market range: <10 W – >60 W
This tablet supports charging speeds of 18 W which is faster than in 48% of tablets and equal to speeds in 12.3% 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
Android
This tablet uses the Android operating system, which is more advanced than the one used by 23.3%.
Update support duration
short
This tablet offers short update support, which is shorter than the support period of 52.7% of tablets and equal to that of 47.3% 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
317 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 317 g which is lighter than 89.6% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.8% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
no
This tablet does not support a keyboard accessory. 84.3% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
N/A
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Number of microphones
1
Market range: <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 Zenpad S 8 0 Z580c (2GB + 16GB) vs the average tablet

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  • 42.9% higher pixel density
    This tablet has a higher pixel density than the average tablet (320 ppi vs 224 ppi). The average tablet has pixel density of 224 ppi.
    320 ppi vs 224 ppi
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This tablet has a higher contrast ratio than the average tablet (1549:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet contrast ratio is 1015:1.
    1,549:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 35.3% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (317 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    317 g vs 490 g
  • Allows manual ISO
    This tablet allows manual ISO adjustment, the average tablet does not. 46% of tablets feature manual ISO.
  • 99 ppi higher screen sharpness
    This tablet has a higher screen sharpness than the average tablet (320 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has screen sharpness of 221 ppi.
    320 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • Higher screen resolution
    This tablet has a higher screen resolution than the average tablet (2048×1536 vs 1920×1200). The average tablet resolution is 1920×1200.
    2048×1536 vs 1920×1200
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This tablet has a better main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 main camera aperture.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • More durable display glass
    This tablet uses better display glass than the average tablet (Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs Corning Gorilla Glass). Display glass choice still varies across tablets.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • 80.8% more popular
    Asus Zenpad S 8 0 Z580c (2GB + 16GB) is more popular than the average tablet (8.69 vs 4.8).
    8.69 vs 4.81
  • 73.3% cheaper
    Asus Zenpad S 8 0 Z580c (2GB + 16GB) is cheaper than the average tablet (£150 vs £260).
    £150 vs £260
  • More capable chipset
    This tablet uses the Intel Atom Z3530 chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    Intel Atom Z3530 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 42.9% higher pixel density
    This tablet has a higher pixel density than the average tablet (320 ppi vs 224 ppi). The average tablet has pixel density of 224 ppi.
    320 ppi vs 224 ppi
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This tablet has a higher contrast ratio than the average tablet (1549:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet contrast ratio is 1015:1.
    1,549:1 vs 1,015:1
  • Higher screen resolution
    This tablet has a higher screen resolution than the average tablet (2048×1536 vs 1920×1200). The average tablet resolution is 1920×1200.
    2048×1536 vs 1920×1200
  • 99 ppi higher screen sharpness
    This tablet has a higher screen sharpness than the average tablet (320 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has screen sharpness of 221 ppi.
    320 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • More durable display glass
    This tablet uses better display glass than the average tablet (Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs Corning Gorilla Glass). Display glass choice still varies across tablets.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • Allows manual ISO
    This tablet allows manual ISO adjustment, the average tablet does not. 46% of tablets feature manual ISO.
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This tablet has a better main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 main camera aperture.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Supports slow-motion recording
    This tablet supports slow-motion recording, the average tablet does not. 37.5% of tablets offer slow-mo.
  • 35.3% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (317 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    317 g vs 490 g
  • 1.1 mm thinner
    This tablet is thinner than the average tablet (6.9 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8.0 mm thick.
    6.9 mm vs 8.0 mm
  • 40.8 mm narrower
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (134.5 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    134.5 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • Supports aptX Low Latency
    This tablet supports aptX Low Latency, the average tablet does not. 2.6% of tablets support aptX Low Latency.
  • 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.
  • 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
  • 3 MP lower front camera megapixels
    This tablet has less front camera megapixels than the average tablet (2 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has 5 MP front camera resolution.
    2 MP vs 5 MP
  • 39.2% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a lower battery capacity than the average tablet (4,000 mAh vs 6,580 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6,580 mAh.
    4,000 mAh vs 6,580 mAh
  • No LTE support
    This tablet does not support LTE, the average tablet does. 63.2% of tablets support LTE.
  • No continuous video AF
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • 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
  • 33.5% lower CPU speed
    This tablet has a lower CPU speed than the average tablet (1.3 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    1.33 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 33.5% lower CPU speed
    This tablet has a lower CPU speed than the average tablet (1.3 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    1.33 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 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
  • 75% less storage
    This tablet has less internal storage than the average tablet (16 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet provides 64 GB of internal storage.
    16 GB vs 64 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.
  • Worse GPU
    This tablet uses the PowerVR G6430 GPU, while the average tablet uses the stronger Mali-G51. GPU choice is one of the main performance differences between tablets.
    PowerVR G6430 vs Mali-G51
  • 30.8% slower GPU clock
    This tablet has a lower GPU frequency than the average tablet (450 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet has GPU frequency of 650 MHz.
    450 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • 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
  • 266 MHz slower RAM speed
    This tablet has a lower RAM speed than the average tablet (1,600 MHz vs 1,866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1,866 MHz.
    1,600 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • 14.1% lower memory bandwidth
    This tablet has a lower memory bandwidth than the average tablet (12.8 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has memory bandwidth of 14.9 GB/s.
    12.8 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • 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
  • 13 nits lower typical brightness
    This tablet has a lower typical brightness than the average tablet (387 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    387 nits vs 400 nits
  • 3 MP lower front camera megapixels
    This tablet has less front camera megapixels than the average tablet (2 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has 5 MP front camera resolution.
    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.
  • 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 BSI sensor
    This tablet lacks a BSI sensor, the average tablet has one. 52.6% of tablets use BSI sensors for better low-light shots.
  • 39.2% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a lower battery capacity than the average tablet (4,000 mAh vs 6,580 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6,580 mAh.
    4,000 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
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This tablet uses an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (4.1 vs 5). The average tablet uses Bluetooth 5.0.
    4.1 vs 5.0
  • Shorter update support
    This tablet offers shorter update support than the average tablet (short vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    short vs medium
  • No split-screen
    This tablet does not support split-screen, the average tablet does. 72.4% of tablets support split-screen.
  • 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 full-page screenshots
    This tablet does not support full-page screenshots, the average tablet does. 52.5% of tablets support full-page screenshots.
  • No location privacy controls
    This tablet does not offer location privacy controls, the average tablet does. 76.5% of tablets include location privacy features.
  • No dark mode
    This tablet does not support dark mode, the average tablet does. 57.2% of tablets have dark mode.
  • No offline voice recognition
    This tablet does not support offline voice recognition, the average tablet does. 76.1% of tablets support offline voice recognition.
  • No keyboard accessory
    This tablet does not support a keyboard accessory, the average tablet does. 84.2% of tablets support a keyboard accessory.
  • 4 older release date
    This tablet is an older model than the average tablet (2015 vs 2019).
    August 2015
    2015 vs 2019

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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Asus Zenpad S 8 0 Z580c (2GB + 16GB)

  • High-resolution 2K display with excellent sharpness and vibrant colours
  • Sleek, lightweight, and premium design similar to high-end tablets
  • Competitive performance for everyday tasks and casual browsing
  • Affordable price point compared to rivals like the iPad Mini
  • Front-facing stereo speakers provide a better media experience than rear ones
  • Expandable storage via a microSD card slot (up to 128GB)

What customers don't like about Asus Zenpad S 8 0 Z580c (2GB + 16GB)

  • Poor battery life that often fails to last a full day under heavy use
  • Large amount of pre-installed 'bloatware' that can be intrusive
  • Cameras produce grainy and underwhelming photos, especially in low light
  • Mixed gaming performance with stutters in demanding 3D titles
  • Lack of timely Android operating system updates from the manufacturer
  • Proprietary ZenUI skin can feel cluttered and less fluid than stock Android

Verdict

The Asus ZenPad S 8.0 Z580C (2GB + 16GB) is a sleek 8-inch Android tablet featuring a high-resolution 2048 x 1536 IPS display with a 4:3 aspect ratio and Corning Gorilla Glass 3. It is powered by a quad-core 1.33GHz Intel Atom Z3530 processor, 2GB of RAM, and 16GB of internal storage, which can be expanded via a microSD slot supporting up to 128GB. Main characteristics include its ultra-thin 6.9mm profile, a lightweight 317g design with a metallic finish, and front-facing stereo speakers. Key pros include the sharp, vivid display and premium build quality at an affordable price point. However, notable cons include mediocre battery life, underpowered performance during intensive gaming, and a significant amount of pre-installed bloatware.

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