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Dell Streak 7 WiFi Cellular (512MB + 16GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£180RAM capacity:0.5 GBInternal storage:16 GBScreen size:7 inchesChipset:Nvidia Tegra 2 T20

Dell Streak 7 WiFi Cellular (512MB + 16GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 21 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Dell Streak 7 WiFi Cellular (512MB + 16GB)
5.3/10

Overall score

Score
5.3/ 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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Score components

35%

4.4

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

4.4

Reviews score

10%

4.4

Sentiment score

â–¼Worse than 99% of tablets
6.6

Value for money

Value for money
6.6/ 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–¼ Worse than 95% of models
Score components

70%

5.3

Overall score

30%

9.6

Price

â–¼Worse than 95%
4.4

Technical score

Technical score
4.4/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components

22%

4.1

Performance

20%

3.5

Display

16%

5.1

Camera

14%

3.4

Battery

12%

5.7

Connectivity

8%

5.1

Software

5%

5.6

Design

3%

4.8

Audio

â–¼Worse than 99%
4.4

Reviews score

Reviews score
4.4/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models

4.4

Mark 7.0 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

6.7

Average grade

20%

8.4

Popularity

Grades by review (21)
16 reviews: 8 with a printed score, 8 estimated from the review. 5 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–¼Worse than 99%
?

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
  • dell-streak-7-wi-fi-512mb-16gb-cellular
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £180
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 Dell Streak 7 WiFi Cellular (512MB + 16GB)

Based on 16 · 6

Reviewers praise the quick processor and solid build, but battery life is widely criticised and the low-resolution screen disappoints.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
Pick a topic to see who said what

What owners say about the Dell Streak 7 WiFi Cellular (512MB + 16GB)

Based on 56 owners sharing their experience in online comments

12%positive13%mixed75%negative

Owners value the clear rooting help and music playback, but many face software failures, boot problems, and short battery life.

What owners dislike

  • Owners report the tablet freezing on the 'Booting kernel image' or 'Starting fastboot USB download protocol' screen, or stuck on the Dell or CyanogenMod logo after a failed flash.9
  • Owners on Honeycomb 3.2 or Froyo 2.2 say the update to a newer version failed with 'Aborted' or never appeared, leaving the tablet stuck on old software.6
  • After rooting or flashing, owners report the 3G/4G modem and SIM stop working, and some custom ROMs also break the camera or phone calls.6
  • After flashing a ROM or using an SD card, owners report internal storage becomes read-only, will not mount, or the SD card is not recognized.5
  • Owners report force-close errors on Google apps and system apps, and some say apps crash or the browser closes after a factory reset.5
  • Owners say they are locked out by a forgotten security code or a previous owner's Gmail account, and a factory reset does not remove the account.5
  • Owners report the tablet restarting by itself, or the screen not turning on until the reset button is pressed with a paperclip.4
  • Owners say the battery drains very quickly, lasting only about two hours, and one owner notes the 2800 mAh battery is small for an 8-inch tablet.3
  • After flashing Honeycomb, owners say their Windows PC no longer shows the tablet, so they cannot copy photos or files to it.3
  • Owners find the screen grainy and low resolution, and one says it looked worse after upgrading to Android 4.2.2.3

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

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Technical Specifications of tablet Dell Streak 7 WiFi Cellular (512MB + 16GB)

Technical score
Technical score
4.4/ 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 99% of models
Score components:

22%

4.1

Performance

20%

3.5

Display

16%

5.1

Camera

14%

3.4

Battery

12%

5.7

Connectivity

8%

5.1

Software

5%

5.6

Design

3%

4.8

Audio

4.4
Reviews score
4.4
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
6.6/ 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–¼ Worse than 95% of models
Score components:

70%

5.3

Overall score

30%

9.6

Price

6.6
RAM capacity
0.5 GB
Market range: <1 GB – >8 GB
This tablet has 0.5 GB of RAM, which is less than 97.1% of tablets and equal to 2.6% of tablets.
Process node
40 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 40 nm process, which is larger than 86.9% of tablets and equal to 8% 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
?
Chipset
Nvidia Tegra 2 T20
This tablet runs on Nvidia Tegra 2 T20, which is less advanced than 70.5% of tablets and equal to 2.6% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Screen resolution
800×480
This tablet has a 800×480 screen, which is less sharp than 99.2% of tablets and equal to 0.7% 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
TFT LCD
This tablet uses a TFT LCD display type. 89.9% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
133 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 133 ppi, which is lower than 96.9% of tablets and equal to 0.7% 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
5 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a rear camera with 5 MP resolution, which is lower than 63.7% of tablets and equal to 26% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
1.3 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 1.3 MP resolution, which is lower than 80.9% of tablets and equal to 5.4% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
f/2.8
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/2.8, which is narrower than 89.6% of tablets and equal to 3.1% 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
2,780 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 2,780 mAh battery capacity, which is smaller than 98.2% of tablets and equal to 0.2% of tablets.
Charging speed
30 W
Market range: <10 W – >45 W
This tablet charges at 30 W, which is faster than 71.2% of tablets and equal to 3.2% of tablets.
Battery life
3.5 hours
Market range: <7 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 3.5 hours, which is shorter than that of 99% of tablets and equal to that of 0.3% of tablets.
video playback
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets offer this.
Fast charging
yes
This tablet supports fast charging. 43.2% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
LTE support
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
yes
This tablet has built-in GPS. 17.1% of tablets offer this.
5G connectivity
no
This tablet does not support 5G. 8.1% of tablets offer this.
NFC
no
This tablet does not include NFC. 10.8% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
Android
This tablet uses the Android operating system, which is more advanced than the one used by 23.2%.
Update support duration
short
This tablet offers short update support, which is shorter than the support period of 52.4% of tablets and equal to that of 47.6% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
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
453.6 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 453.6 g, which is lighter than 65.7% of tablets and equal to 0.1% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.7% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
yes
This tablet supports a keyboard accessory. 15.8% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
N/A
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Number of microphones
1
Market range: <1 – >3
This tablet has a microphone array of 1, which is more than 0.2% of tablets and equal to 54.8% of tablets.
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this.
Dolby Atmos support
no
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.3% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
2
Market range: <2 – >4
This tablet includes 2 speakers, which is more than in 9.8% of tablets and equal to the number in 60.8% of tablets.
FM radio
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say

Dell Streak 7 WiFi Cellular (512MB + 16GB) vs the average tablet

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  • 66.7% faster charging
    This tablet charges faster than the average tablet (30 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    30 W vs 18 W
  • Supports cellular data
    This tablet supports cellular data, while the average tablet does not. 47.4% of tablets offer this.
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Nvidia Tegra 2 T20 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Nvidia Tegra 2 T20 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • Built-in camera flash
    This tablet has a camera flash, while the average tablet does not. 45.5% of tablets have one.
  • Supports HDMI output
    This tablet supports HDMI output, while the average tablet does not. 49.8% of tablets offer this.
  • 80.2 mm shorter
    This tablet is shorter than the average tablet (119.8 mm vs 200 mm). The average tablet is 200 mm tall.
    119.8 mm vs 200 mm
  • 7.4% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (453.6 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    453.6 g vs 490 g
  • 4 more GPU execution units
    This tablet has more GPU execution units than the average tablet (8 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    8 vs 4
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Nvidia Tegra 2 T20 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Nvidia Tegra 2 T20 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 4 more GPU execution units
    This tablet has more GPU execution units than the average tablet (8 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    8 vs 4
  • Built-in camera flash
    This tablet has a camera flash, while the average tablet does not. 45.5% of tablets have one.
  • 66.7% faster charging
    This tablet charges faster than the average tablet (30 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    30 W vs 18 W
  • Supports cellular data
    This tablet supports cellular data, while the average tablet does not. 47.4% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports HDMI output
    This tablet supports HDMI output, while the average tablet does not. 49.8% of tablets offer this.
  • 7.4% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (453.6 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    453.6 g vs 490 g
  • 80.2 mm shorter
    This tablet is shorter than the average tablet (119.8 mm vs 200 mm). The average tablet is 200 mm tall.
    119.8 mm vs 200 mm
  • 37.1% lower review score
    Reviews score
    4.4/ 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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    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–¼ Worse than 99% of models

    4.4

    Mark 7.0 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    6.7

    Average grade

    20%

    8.4

    Popularity

    Grades by review (21)
    16 reviews: 8 with a printed score, 8 estimated from the review. 5 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.
    4.4 vs 7.0
  • 6 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (2 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    2 vs 8
  • 3.7 MP lower front resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution front camera than the average tablet (1.3 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    1.3 MP vs 5 MP
  • 6.5 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (3.5 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    video playback
    3.5 hours vs 10 hours
  • 3.5 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM than the average tablet (0.5 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    0.5 GB vs 4 GB
  • Inferior display type
    This tablet has an inferior display type compared to the average tablet (TFT LCD vs IPS LCD). 0.00% of tablets use the superior display type.
    TFT LCD vs IPS LCD
  • No USB-C port
    This tablet does not have a USB Type-C port, while the average tablet does. 54% of tablets have one.
  • Less sharp display
    This tablet has a less sharp screen than the average tablet (800×480 vs 1920×1200).
    800×480 vs 1,920×1,200
  • 37.1% lower review score
    Reviews score
    4.4/ 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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    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–¼ Worse than 99% of models

    4.4

    Mark 7.0 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    6.7

    Average grade

    20%

    8.4

    Popularity

    Grades by review (21)
    16 reviews: 8 with a printed score, 8 estimated from the review. 5 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.
    4.4 vs 7.0
  • 41.3% lower sentiment score
    4.4 vs 7.5
  • 14.2% worse value for money
    Dell Streak 7 WiFi Cellular (512MB + 16GB) has worse value for money than the average tablet (6.61 vs 7.6).
    6.61 vs 7.55
  • 6 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (2 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    2 vs 8
  • 3.5 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM than the average tablet (0.5 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    0.5 GB vs 4 GB
  • 50% lower CPU speed
    This tablet has a lower CPU speed than the average tablet (1 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    1 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • More basic graphics
    This tablet has less advanced graphics than the average tablet (ULP GeForce vs Mali-G51).
    ULP GeForce vs Mali-G51
  • 2.86x larger process node
    This tablet has a larger process node than the average tablet (40 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet is built on 14 nm.
    40 nm vs 14 nm
  • 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
  • 83.9% less memory bandwidth
    This tablet has less memory bandwidth than the average tablet (2.4 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has 14.9 GB/s of memory bandwidth.
    2.4 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.
  • 8 years older
    This tablet was released earlier than the average tablet (2011 vs 2019). The average tablet was released in 2019.
    February 2011
    2011 vs 2019
  • More basic memory type
    This tablet uses less advanced memory than the average tablet (DDR2 vs LPDDR3).
    DDR2 vs LPDDR3
  • Inferior display type
    This tablet has an inferior display type compared to the average tablet (TFT LCD vs IPS LCD). 0.00% of tablets use the superior display type.
    TFT LCD vs IPS LCD
  • Less sharp display
    This tablet has a less sharp screen than the average tablet (800×480 vs 1920×1200).
    800×480 vs 1,920×1,200
  • 3.1 inches smaller screen
    This tablet has a smaller screen than the average tablet (7 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    7 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 39.8% softer screen detail
    This tablet has softer screen detail than the average tablet (133 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    133 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • 101 nits lower typical brightness
    This tablet has a lower typical brightness than the average tablet (299 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    299 nits vs 400 nits
  • 71 nits dimmer screen
    This tablet is dimmer than the average tablet (330 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    330 nits vs 401 nits
  • Less vivid contrast
    This tablet has less contrast than the average tablet (868:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    868:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 3.7 MP lower front resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution front camera than the average tablet (1.3 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    1.3 MP vs 5 MP
  • Worse main-camera video
    This tablet supports worse main-camera video recording than the average tablet (720x30 fps vs 1080x30 fps). The average tablet supports 1080x30 fps main-camera video recording.
    720x30 fps vs 1080x30 fps
  • 3 MP lower rear resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution rear camera than the average tablet (5 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a rear camera of 8 MP.
    5 MP vs 8 MP
  • 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 manual white balance
    This tablet does not support manual white balance, while the average tablet does. 51.5% of tablets support manual white balance.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This tablet has a narrower main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.8 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's main camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.8 vs f/2.2
  • 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.
  • 6.5 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (3.5 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    video playback
    3.5 hours vs 10 hours
  • 57.9% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a smaller battery capacity than the average tablet (2,780 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    2,780 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • 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 Bluetooth version
    This tablet has an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (2.1 vs 5).
    2.1 vs 5
  • 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)
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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 multi-user mode
    User score
    8.0/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average of independent expert reviews and videos, graded by us; missing reviews count as 7/10.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how independent test sites and video reviewers rate the product in real use.
    Score distribution
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    Dell Streak 7 WiFi Cellular
    the average tablet
    Dell Streak 7 WiFi Cellular (512MB + 16GB) does not support multi-user mode, while the average tablet does. 73.8% of tablets offer this.
  • No full-page screenshots
    This tablet does not support full-page screenshots, the average tablet does. 53% of tablets support full-page screenshots.
  • No location privacy
    This tablet does not support location privacy, while the average tablet does. 76.7% of tablets offer this.
  • No dark mode
    This tablet does not support dark mode, while the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets offer this.
  • No offline voice recognition
    This tablet does not support offline voice recognition, the average tablet does. 76.4% of tablets support offline voice recognition.
  • 4.4 mm thicker
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (12.4 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    12.4 mm vs 8 mm
  • 24.7 mm wider
    This tablet is wider than the average tablet (200 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    200 mm vs 175.3 mm

Video reviews

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

5.0
MobileTechReview
≈ estimated
11/02/2011
Hands-on review · apps, browser, gaming and video tests
Verdict
Dell Streak 7 WiFi Cellular is hard to recommend over the rival tablet given the small price gap.
9.0
TheDigitalDigest
≈ estimated
11/02/2011
Long-term test · over a week of daily use
Verdict
Dell Streak 7 WiFi Cellular is great value at its price, recommended unless battery life is critical to you.
7.0
PhoneArena
≈ estimated
08/04/2011
Hands-on review · display, battery and camera tests
Verdict
Dell Streak 7 WiFi Cellular is a solid Android tablet with good value for the price, held back by its screen, battery and camera.
7.0
HotHardware
≈ estimated
04/02/2011
Preview · display and design comparison
Verdict
Dell Streak 7 WiFi Cellular has strong horsepower, but its lower resolution and narrower viewing angle may not suit everyone.
8.0
TheDigitalDigest
≈ estimated
03/02/2011
First impressions · build, battery and browsing test
Verdict
Dell Streak 7 WiFi Cellular makes a positive first impression, though battery life and screen remain open concerns.
5.0
Jon Rettinger
≈ estimated
07/01/2011
Hands-on tour · first impressions and browsing tests
Verdict
Dell Streak 7 WiFi Cellular is not very impressive and feels sluggish in browsing, though a demo unit may be the cause.
Hands-on video, no verdict
Overview video
Overview video

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

5.0
uk.pcmag.com
✓ explicit
05/09/2013
Lab test · Tegra 2 tablet
Verdict
The Dell Streak 7 is fast thanks to its Tegra 2 chip, but slow 4G, dull photo viewing and a short video battery hold it back.
8.0
techcrunch.com
≈ estimated
31/01/2011
Hands-on review · Media tablet
Verdict
The Dell Streak 7 is a small, light media tablet with strong Flash support, but awkwardly placed buttons force landscape use.
8.0
slashgear.com
≈ estimated
10/08/2012
Hands-on review · Tegra 2 performance
Verdict
The Dell Streak 7 is a snappy, well-designed media tablet for games and video, but its battery drains fast, so expect frequent charging.
8.0
hothardware.com
✓ explicit
10/02/2011
Lab test · Performance review
Verdict
The Dell Streak 7 is a powerful, well-built tablet, but its low-resolution screen, limited viewing angles and battery of about six hours hold it back.
6.0
ign.com
✓ explicit
01/02/2011
Critical review · Performance and screen
Verdict
The Dell Streak 7 is a mediocre tablet: sluggish, with a poor screen and expensive data plans that outweigh its fast 4G.
6.0
mobiletechreview.com
≈ estimated
11/02/2011
Hands-on review · Tegra 2 tablet
Verdict
The Dell Streak 7 offers a fast dual-core chip and 4G, but its low-resolution display and weak battery suit only budget buyers willing to compromise.
6.0
fortune.com
≈ estimated
31/01/2011
Hands-on review · 4G tablet
Verdict
The Dell Streak 7 is a snappy, solidly built 4G tablet with great reception, but its weaker screen and short battery trail the Galaxy Tab.
5.0
uk.pcmag.com
≈ estimated
17/05/2014
Lab test · Android 2.2 tablet
Verdict
The Dell Streak 7 is fast and handles Flash, but low-quality photos, slow mobile data and poor video chat keep it behind the Galaxy Tab.
8.4
notebookcheck.net
✓ explicit
28/05/2011
Lab test · Tegra 2 tablet
Verdict
The Dell Streak 7 is a bright 7-inch tablet that plays 1080p video well, but its reflective screen is hard to see in sunlight.
5.0
ubergizmo.com
≈ estimated
21/02/2011
Hands-on review · Everyday use
Verdict
The Dell Streak 7 suits people who want news, books and Flash sites on something bigger than a phone, though its low resolution and viewing angles hold it back.
4.0
pcworld.com
✓ explicit
31/01/2011
Hands-on test · Android 2.2 tablet
Verdict
The Dell Streak 7 is comfortable and budget-friendly on T-Mobile, but dated Android 2.2 software, a pixelated screen and glitches make the Galaxy Tab the better choice.
phonearena.com
27/04/2011
Not graded yet
8.4
notebookcheck.com
✓ explicit
24/05/2011
Hands-on test · Navigation tablet
Verdict
The Dell Streak 7 is a small, quick Tegra 2 tablet that doubles as a sat-nav, but no HDMI output and missing basic apps hold it back.
8.0
android-user.de
✓ explicit
14/09/2023
Hands-on test · Storage and battery
Verdict
The Dell Streak 7 suits buyers who want a 7-inch tablet with a full-size SD slot and good video, but the screen is hard to read at an angle.
5.0
focus.de
≈ estimated
09/07/2011
Hands-on test · Web and gaming
Verdict
The Dell Streak 7 is a powerful tablet for games, but its small, low-resolution screen and short battery life make it a poor choice for browsing.
3.2
01net.com
✓ explicit
06/07/2011
Lab test · Android tablet
Verdict
The Dell Streak 7 is well built and plays most video, but its fairly soft screen, short battery and missing Android 2.3 update leave it unconvincing.
6.0
journaldugeek.com
≈ estimated
19/07/2011
Hands-on test · Wi-Fi tablet
Verdict
The Dell Streak 7 is a sturdy, lightly customised tablet that runs games well, but no 3G, short battery life and no Android 3.0 hold it back.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Dell Streak 7 WiFi Cellular (512MB + 16GB)

  • Powerful NVIDIA Tegra 2 dual-core processor provides a fast and responsive interface experience
  • Durable build featuring Corning Gorilla Glass and a solid, non-removable back panel
  • Compact and lightweight 7-inch form factor makes it highly portable and easy to hold in one hand
  • Includes both a 5MP rear camera with LED flash and a front-facing 1.3MP camera
  • Full-size SDHC card slot allows for easy and affordable storage expansion up to 32GB
  • Stereo speakers provide good audio quality for multimedia consumption

What customers don't like about Dell Streak 7 WiFi Cellular (512MB + 16GB)

  • Extremely poor battery life, with some tests showing only 2-4 hours of use under moderate load
  • Low screen resolution (800x480) for a 7-inch display results in pixelated text and fuzzy images
  • Poor viewing angles on the TFT display, with colors washing out or shifting when tilted slightly
  • Reflective glossy screen makes it very difficult to use in direct sunlight or bright environments
  • Proprietary 30-pin charging port means it cannot be charged via standard micro-USB cables while powered on
  • Underwhelming video chat performance and low-quality results from preloaded camera apps

Verdict

The Dell Streak 7 is a portable 7-inch Android tablet powered by a dual-core 1GHz NVIDIA Tegra 2 processor and 512MB of RAM, designed for high-speed performance and multimedia. It features 16GB of internal storage (expandable up to 32GB via a full-sized SDHC slot), a 5-megapixel rear camera with LED flash, a 1.3-megapixel front-facing webcam, and a durable Corning Gorilla Glass capacitive touchscreen. Key advantages include its snappy processing power, responsive gaming experience with full Adobe Flash support, and versatile connectivity through Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and cellular 4G HSPA+ capabilities. However, it is significantly hampered by a low-resolution 800x480 display with poor viewing angles and notoriously short battery life, often lasting only 3 to 4 hours under moderate use.

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