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Chuwi Hi8 Air (2GB + 32GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£140RAM capacity:2 GBInternal storage:32 GBScreen size:8 inchesChipset:Intel Atom x5-Z8350

Chuwi Hi8 Air (2GB + 32GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 7 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

5.9/10

Overall score

Score
5.9/ 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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▼ Worse than 91% of models
Score components

35%

4.9

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

4.9

Reviews score

10%

?

Sentiment scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 6.9, the mark of a weaker model in this category

▼Worse than 91% of tablets
7.0

Value for money

Value for money
7.0/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 83% of models
Score components

70%

5.9

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

▼Worse than 83%
4.9

Technical score

Technical score
4.9/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 92% of models
Score components

22%

5.2

Performance

20%

5.4

Display

16%

4.9

Camera

14%

2.1

Battery

12%

5.3

Connectivity

8%

5.2

Software

5%

6.7

Design

3%

6.0

Audio

▼Worse than 92%
4.9

Reviews score

Reviews score
4.9/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 93% of models

4.9

Mark 7.5 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

7.5

Average grade

20%

7.3

Popularity

Grades by review (7)
4 reviews: 1 with a printed score, 3 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.
▼Worse than 93%
?

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~ £140
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.

What reviewers say about the Chuwi Hi8 Air (2GB + 32GB)

Based on 4 · 3

Reviewers value the dual boot option and good display, but complain about limited storage and poor software support.
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Technical Specifications of tablet Chuwi Hi8 Air (2GB + 32GB)

Technical score
Technical score
4.9/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 92% of models
Score components:

22%

5.2

Performance

20%

5.4

Display

16%

4.9

Camera

14%

2.1

Battery

12%

5.3

Connectivity

8%

5.2

Software

5%

6.7

Design

3%

6.0

Audio

4.9
Reviews score
4.9
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.0/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 83% of models
Score components:

70%

5.9

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

7.0
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
14 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 14 nm process, which is smaller than 44.6% of tablets and equal to 8.5% of tablets.
Internal storage
32 GB
Market range: <16 GB – >256 GB
This tablet has 32 GB of internal storage, which is less than 60.9% of tablets and equal to 17.9% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
?
Chipset
Intel Atom x5-Z8350
This tablet runs on Intel Atom x5-Z8350, which is less advanced than 74.4% of tablets and equal to 0.4% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Screen resolution
1920×1200
This tablet has a 1920×1200 screen, which is sharper than 39.1% of tablets and equal to 18.8% 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
283 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 283 ppi, which is higher than 84.4% of tablets and equal to 3% of tablets.
Display glass type
?
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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
2 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a rear camera with 2 MP resolution, which is lower than 93.6% of tablets and equal to 5.6% 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
N/A
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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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
5 hours
Market range: <7 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 5 hours, which is shorter than that of 95.6% of tablets and equal to that of 1.8% 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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LTE support
no
This tablet does not have built-in LTE. 42.9% of tablets offer this.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This tablet connects to Wi-Fi. 0.2% of tablets offer this.
GPS
no
This tablet does not have built-in GPS. 82.9% 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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Operating system
Windows 10
This tablet uses the Windows 10 operating system, which is less advanced than the one used by 84%.
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
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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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
312 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 312 g, which is lighter than 90.2% of tablets and equal to 0.2% 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
?
FM radio
yes
This tablet includes an FM radio. 81.1% of tablets offer this.
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Chuwi Hi8 Air (2GB + 32GB) vs the average tablet

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  • 28.1% sharper screen detail
    This tablet has sharper screen detail than the average tablet (283 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    283 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • 36.3% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (312 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    312 g vs 490 g
  • 8 more GPU execution units
    This tablet has more GPU execution units than the average tablet (12 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    12 vs 4
  • Supports slow-motion video
    This tablet supports slow-motion recording, while the average tablet does not. 37.3% of tablets support slow-motion recording.
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Intel Atom x5-Z8350 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Intel Atom x5-Z8350 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • Supports HDMI output
    This tablet supports HDMI output, while the average tablet does not. 49.8% of tablets offer this.
    micro-HDMI port
  • 78 mm shorter
    This tablet is shorter than the average tablet (122 mm vs 200 mm). The average tablet is 200 mm tall.
    122 mm vs 200 mm
  • 85.7% cheaper
    Chuwi Hi8 Air (2GB + 32GB) is cheaper than the average tablet (£140 vs £260).
    £140 vs £260
  • 85.7% cheaper
    Chuwi Hi8 Air (2GB + 32GB) is cheaper than the average tablet (£140 vs £260).
    £140 vs £260
  • 8 more GPU execution units
    This tablet has more GPU execution units than the average tablet (12 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    12 vs 4
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Intel Atom x5-Z8350 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Intel Atom x5-Z8350 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 28.1% sharper screen detail
    This tablet has sharper screen detail than the average tablet (283 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    283 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • 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 HDMI output
    This tablet supports HDMI output, while the average tablet does not. 49.8% of tablets offer this.
    micro-HDMI port
  • 36.3% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (312 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    312 g vs 490 g
  • 78 mm shorter
    This tablet is shorter than the average tablet (122 mm vs 200 mm). The average tablet is 200 mm tall.
    122 mm vs 200 mm
  • 30.0% lower review score
    Reviews score
    4.9/ 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
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▼ Worse than 93% of models

    4.9

    Mark 7.5 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    7.5

    Average grade

    20%

    7.3

    Popularity

    Grades by review (7)
    4 reviews: 1 with a printed score, 3 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.
    4.9 vs 7.0
  • 5 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (5 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    5 hours vs 10 hours
  • 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
  • 6 MP lower rear resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution rear camera than the average tablet (2 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a rear camera of 8 MP.
    2 MP vs 8 MP
  • 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 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
  • 30.0% lower review score
    Reviews score
    4.9/ 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
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▼ Worse than 93% of models

    4.9

    Mark 7.5 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    7.5

    Average grade

    20%

    7.3

    Popularity

    Grades by review (7)
    4 reviews: 1 with a printed score, 3 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.
    4.9 vs 7.0
  • 7.3% worse value for money
    Chuwi Hi8 Air (2GB + 32GB) has worse value for money than the average tablet (7.04 vs 7.6).
    7.04 vs 7.55
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 50% less internal storage
    This tablet has less internal storage than the average tablet (32 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    32 GB vs 64 GB
  • 23.1% slower GPU clock
    This tablet runs its GPU slower than the average tablet (500 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet runs its GPU at 650 MHz.
    500 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • 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% less memory bandwidth
    This tablet has less memory bandwidth than the average tablet (12.8 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has 14.9 GB/s of memory bandwidth.
    12.8 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • More basic graphics
    This tablet has less advanced graphics than the average tablet (Intel HD Graphics 400 vs Mali-G51).
    Intel HD Graphics 400 vs Mali-G51
  • 4% lower CPU speed
    This tablet has a lower CPU speed than the average tablet (1.9 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    1.92 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 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
  • 50% slower touch response
    This tablet samples touch more slowly than the average tablet (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average tablet samples touch at 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 1 nits dimmer screen
    This tablet is dimmer than the average tablet (400 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    400 nits vs 401 nits
  • 6 MP lower rear resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution rear camera than the average tablet (2 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a rear camera of 8 MP.
    2 MP vs 8 MP
  • 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 exposure control
    This tablet does not support manual exposure, while the average tablet does. 63.6% of tablets support manual exposure.
  • No HDR photo mode
    This tablet does not have HDR photo mode, the average tablet does. 79.8% of tablets support HDR photo mode.
  • No burst mode
    This tablet does not support burst mode, the average tablet does. 60.6% of tablets support burst mode.
  • 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 timelapse video
    This tablet does not support timelapse video, while the average tablet does. 57.5% of tablets support timelapse video.
  • 5 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (5 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    5 hours vs 10 hours
  • 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)
  • No GPS
    This tablet does not include GPS, while the average tablet does. 82.9% of tablets include GPS.
  • 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.
  • 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 direct OS updates
    This tablet does not support direct OS updates, while the average tablet does. 79.7% of tablets offer this.
  • Less advanced operating system
    This tablet runs on a less advanced operating system than the average tablet (Windows 10 vs Android). Operating system choice shapes app support, updates, and ecosystem features.
    Windows 10 vs Android
  • 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.
  • 32.7 mm wider
    This tablet is wider than the average tablet (208 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    208 mm vs 175.3 mm

Video reviews

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

7.0
Carlos Vassan
≈ estimated
03/04/2018
Hands-on review · unboxing, screen, apps and camera
Verdict
Chuwi Hi8 Air is recommended for casual use, but not for demanding games or heavy work.
8.0
Ofertas en directo
≈ estimated
12/05/2018
Hands-on review · games, screen and dual-boot switching
Verdict
Chuwi Hi8 Air is a good option if you want two operating systems in one tablet at this price.

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

9.0
fpv-team.de
≈ estimated
04/02/2018
Hands-on review · Drone pilot tablet
Verdict
Chuwi Hi8 Air is a discontinued, cheap 8-inch Windows tablet for drone pilots, running flight software and playing Full HD footage, but it has no GPS.
7.0
techboom.net
≈ estimated
19/03/2018
Full review · Dual-boot 8-inch tablet
Verdict
Chuwi Hi8 Air has a sharp screen and comfortable size, but its small storage, dated Android 5.1 and weak Wi-Fi make it only barely adequate for basic use.
6.4
techzilla.it
✓ explicit
02/05/2018
Full review · Dual-boot budget tablet
Verdict
Chuwi Hi8 Air is a budget tablet with a good screen and long battery, held back by too little storage for two operating systems.
7.0
viktec.net
≈ estimated
15/04/2018
Review · Dual-boot tablet
Verdict
Chuwi Hi8 Air is a decent dual-boot tablet for light office and home use, with Windows running well, but outdated Android and a weak speaker hold it back.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Chuwi Hi8 Air (2GB + 32GB)

  • Dual-boot capability allows switching between Windows 10 and Android 5.1.
  • High-resolution 8-inch Full HD display (1920 x 1200) with a sharp 283 PPI.
  • Extremely affordable price point, often retailing for less than $120.
  • Lightweight and slim design (approx. 304–340g) making it highly portable.
  • Includes a Bluetooth keyboard in the box as part of the standard package.
  • Responsive IPS panel with good viewing angles and vivid colour reproduction.

What customers don't like about Chuwi Hi8 Air (2GB + 32GB)

  • Lacklustre battery life, typically only lasting 3 to 5 hours of use.
  • Poor camera quality with low-resolution front and rear sensors.
  • Limited 32GB internal storage is heavily consumed by having two operating systems.
  • Windows performance can be buggy and less stable compared to the Android side.
  • Weak internal speakers that lack bass and can sound scratchy at high volumes.
  • Absence of GPS and dedicated HDMI port for external streaming.

Verdict

The Chuwi Hi8 Air is a compact 8-inch dual-boot tablet featuring a high-resolution 1920 x 1200 IPS display with OGS full lamination and a 16:10 aspect ratio. It is powered by an Intel Cherry Trail x5-Z8350 quad-core processor (up to 1.92GHz) paired with 2GB of DDR3L RAM and 32GB of eMMC storage, expandable via microSD up to 128GB. Housed in a durable metallic body, the device includes dual 2MP cameras, a 4,000mAh battery, and versatile connectivity options like micro HDMI and micro USB. Its primary strengths are the sharp, high-pixel-density screen and the flexibility of switching between Windows 10 and Android 5.1 for both productivity and media use. However, it is limited by subpar battery life (roughly 4-5 hours), low-quality cameras, and sluggish performance in Windows due to the modest 2GB of RAM.

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