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Asus Zenpad Z8 (2GB + 32GB) Review | 168 Data compared

Avg. price:~£220RAM capacity:2 GBInternal storage:32 GBScreen size:7.9 inchesChipset:Qualcomm MSM8956 Snapdragon 650

Asus Zenpad Z8 (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.

6.0/10

Overall score

Score
6.0/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
Score components

90%

5.9

Technical score

10%

6.6

User score

â–¼Worse than 58% of tablets
7.0

Value for money

Value for money
7.0/ 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 56% of models
Score components

70%

6.0

Overall score

30%

9.4

Price

â–¼Worse than 56%
5.9

Technical score

Technical score
5.9/ 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 56% of models
Score components

22%

4.8

Performance

20%

5.4

Display

16%

6.4

Camera

14%

6.0

Battery

12%

7.4

Connectivity

8%

6.6

Software & Features

5%

6.7

Design

3%

5.0

Audio & Multimedia

â–¼Worse than 56%
6.6

User score

User score
6.6/ 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 90% of models
Score components

70%

7.4

User ratings

30%

4.9

Number of reviews

â–¼Worse than 90%
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £220
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Available versions:
2GB + 16GBCheck price
Other versions:
2GB + 32GB
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Technical Specifications of tablet Asus Zenpad Z8 (2GB + 32GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.9/ 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 56% of models
Score components:

22%

4.8

Performance

20%

5.4

Display

16%

6.4

Camera

14%

6.0

Battery

12%

7.4

Connectivity

8%

6.6

Software & Features

5%

6.7

Design

3%

5.0

Audio & Multimedia

5.9
User score
User score
6.6/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
Score components

70%

7.4

User ratings

30%

4.9

Number of reviews

6.6
Popularity
Popularity
4.9/ 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 50% of models
Popularity:
Asus Zenpad Z8 (2GB + 32GB) has a user popularity of 4.9 points, which is lower than 50.2% of Tablets.
4.9
Value for money
Value for money
7.0/ 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 56% of models
Score components:

70%

6.0

Overall score

30%

9.4

Price

7.0
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
28 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 28 nm process node, which is larger than the node size used in 64.7% of tablets and equal to the node used in 17.8% 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
263 points
Market range: <233 points – >2.3k points
This tablet scored 263 points in Geekbench 6 (single-core) which is lower than the score of 88.7% of tablets and equal to the score of 0.1% of tablets.
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8956 Snapdragon 650
This tablet uses the Qualcomm MSM8956 Snapdragon 650 chipset, which is more advanced than the chipsets in 56.9% 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
324 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 324 ppi which is higher than that of 94.7% of tablets and equal to that of 0.1% 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
8 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a main camera resolution of 8 MP which is higher than that of 36.5% of tablets and equal to that of 31.8% 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
4,680 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has a battery capacity of 4,680 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 76.9% of tablets and equal to those in 0.2% of tablets.
Charging speed
15 W
Market range: <10 W – >60 W
This tablet supports charging speeds of 15 W which is slower than in 52.2% of tablets and equal to speeds in 6.3% of tablets.
Battery life
?
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets support wireless charging.
Fast charging
yes
This tablet supports fast charging. 50.4% of tablets support fast charging.
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LTE support
yes
This tablet supports LTE. 36.8% 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
310 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 310 g which is lighter than 90.4% of tablets and equal to the weight of 1.7% 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
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 Z8 (2GB + 32GB) vs the average tablet

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  • More capable chipset
    This tablet uses the Qualcomm MSM8956 Snapdragon 650 chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    Qualcomm MSM8956 Snapdragon 650 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 44.6% higher pixel density
    This tablet has a higher pixel density than the average tablet (324 ppi vs 224 ppi). The average tablet has pixel density of 224 ppi.
    324 ppi vs 224 ppi
  • Better GPU
    This tablet uses the Adreno 510 GPU, while the average tablet uses Mali-G51. GPU choice is one of the main performance differences between tablets.
    Adreno 510 vs Mali-G51
  • Supports fast charging
    This tablet supports fast charging, the average tablet does not. 49.7% of tablets feature fast charging.
  • 36.7% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (310 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    310 g vs 490 g
  • Includes battery health monitoring
    This tablet features battery health monitoring, the average tablet does not. 37% of tablets include battery health tools.
  • Allows manual ISO
    This tablet allows manual ISO adjustment, the average tablet does not. 46% of tablets feature manual ISO.
  • 103 ppi higher screen sharpness
    This tablet has a higher screen sharpness than the average tablet (324 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has screen sharpness of 221 ppi.
    324 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • More capable chipset
    This tablet uses the Qualcomm MSM8956 Snapdragon 650 chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    Qualcomm MSM8956 Snapdragon 650 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • Better GPU
    This tablet uses the Adreno 510 GPU, while the average tablet uses Mali-G51. GPU choice is one of the main performance differences between tablets.
    Adreno 510 vs Mali-G51
  • 44.6% higher pixel density
    This tablet has a higher pixel density than the average tablet (324 ppi vs 224 ppi). The average tablet has pixel density of 224 ppi.
    324 ppi vs 224 ppi
  • 103 ppi higher screen sharpness
    This tablet has a higher screen sharpness than the average tablet (324 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has screen sharpness of 221 ppi.
    324 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
  • 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.
  • Supports fast charging
    This tablet supports fast charging, the average tablet does not. 49.7% of tablets feature fast charging.
  • Includes battery health monitoring
    This tablet features battery health monitoring, the average tablet does not. 37% of tablets include battery health tools.
  • Includes fingerprint scanner
    This tablet offers a better fingerprint scanner setup than the average tablet (yes vs no). Fingerprint scanner quality still varies a lot between tablets.
    Fingerprint scanner in the home button.
  • 36.7% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (310 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    310 g vs 490 g
  • 38.9 mm narrower
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (136.4 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    136.4 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.
  • 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
  • No continuous video AF
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This tablet has a worse front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 front camera aperture.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • 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
  • 2.2 inches smaller screen size
    This tablet has a lower screen size than the average tablet (7.9 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet has screen size of 10.1 inches.
    7.9 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 66.2% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This tablet achieves a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score than the average tablet (640 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    640 points vs 1,891 points
  • 28.9% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a lower battery capacity than the average tablet (4,680 mAh vs 6,580 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6,580 mAh.
    4,680 mAh vs 6,580 mAh
  • 20.7% lower user score
    User score
    6.6/ 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
    â–¼
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Asus Zenpad Z8
    the average tablet
    Asus Zenpad Z8 (2GB + 32GB) has a lower user score than the average tablet (6.63 vs 8.000).
    6.63 vs 8
  • 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
  • 66.2% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This tablet achieves a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score than the average tablet (640 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    640 points vs 1,891 points
  • 63.9% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This tablet achieves a lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score than the average tablet (263 points vs 729 points). The average tablet scores 729 points in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    263 points vs 729 points
  • 2x larger process node
    This tablet uses a larger process node than the average tablet (28 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet uses a process node of 14 nm.
    28 nm vs 14 nm
  • 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
  • 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
  • 2.2 inches smaller screen size
    This tablet has a lower screen size than the average tablet (7.9 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet has screen size of 10.1 inches.
    7.9 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 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
  • 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.
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This tablet has a worse front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 front camera aperture.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • 28.9% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a lower battery capacity than the average tablet (4,680 mAh vs 6,580 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6,580 mAh.
    4,680 mAh vs 6,580 mAh
  • 16.7% slower charging speed
    This tablet supports slower charging than the average tablet (15 W vs 18 W). The average tablet supports charging speed of 18 W.
    15 W vs 18 W
  • 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 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 multi-user mode
    User score
    6.6/ 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
    â–¼
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Asus Zenpad Z8
    the average tablet
    Asus Zenpad Z8 (2GB + 32GB) does not support multi-user mode, the average tablet does. 73.6% of tablets allow multiple user profiles.
  • 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.
  • 3 older release date
    This tablet is an older model than the average tablet (2016 vs 2019).
    June 2016
    2016 vs 2019

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26/10/2016
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07/11/2016
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23/06/2016
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04/08/2016
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What customers like about Asus Zenpad Z8 (2GB + 32GB)

  • Sharp 2K high-resolution display with vibrant colors
  • Smooth and snappy performance for everyday tasks due to 2GB/3GB of RAM
  • Lightweight, slim, and portable design with a comfortable textured back
  • Built-in 4G LTE cellular connectivity through Verizon
  • Front-facing stereo speakers provide a better experience than rear-firing alternatives
  • Includes a reversible USB-C charging port
  • Solid value for the price compared to high-end tablets like the iPad Mini

What customers don't like about Asus Zenpad Z8 (2GB + 32GB)

  • Limited 16GB internal storage that fills up quickly
  • Significant amount of pre-installed bloatware that cannot be uninstalled
  • Inability to move or run apps from the SD card in some models
  • Underwhelming camera quality, especially in low light
  • Exclusive to Verizon Wireless for cellular-enabled models
  • Heavy ZenUI software skin can occasionally cause lag or feel gimmicky
  • Average to mediocre battery life during intensive use

Verdict

The Asus ZenPad Z8 (ZT581KL) is an 8-inch Android tablet featuring a high-resolution 2048 x 1536 IPS display with a 4:3 aspect ratio, powered by a 1.8GHz hexa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 650 processor and 2GB of RAM. Key characteristics include its 32GB of internal storage (expandable up to 128GB via microSD), 4G LTE connectivity for mobile data, and a modern USB Type-C charging port. Main pros highlighted by users include its sharp, vivid screen quality, lightweight and portable design, and reliable performance for everyday tasks and casual gaming. However, common cons include a heavy ZenUI software skin with significant pre-installed bloatware, average battery life of roughly 4.5 to 9 hours depending on use, and lackluster 8MP rear and 2MP front camera performance in low light.

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