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Dell Venue 8 2014 3G (1GB + 16GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£110RAM capacity:1 GBInternal storage:16 GBScreen size:8 inchesChipset:Intel Atom Z3480

Dell Venue 8 2014 3G (1GB + 16GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 8 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

6.7/10

Overall score

Score
6.7/ 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%

5.1

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

8.0

Reviews score

10%

?

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

â–¼Worse than 62% of tablets
7.7

Value for money

Value for money
7.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 57% of models
Score components

70%

6.7

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

â–²Better than 57%
5.1

Technical score

Technical score
5.1/ 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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â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
Score components

22%

4.3

Performance

20%

4.8

Display

16%

5.5

Camera

14%

4.6

Battery

12%

6.0

Connectivity

8%

5.4

Software

5%

6.5

Design

3%

4.6

Audio

â–¼Worse than 86%
8.0

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 60% of models

80%

8.1

Average grade

20%

7.4

Popularity

Grades by review (8)
7 reviews: 5 with a printed score, 2 estimated from the review. 1 video review, counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–²Better than 60%
?

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~ £110
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 Venue 8 2014 3G (1GB + 16GB)

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Reviewers praise the display, software and screen mirroring, but most find performance sluggish.
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Technical Specifications of tablet Dell Venue 8 2014 3G (1GB + 16GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.1/ 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 86% of models
Score components:

22%

4.3

Performance

20%

4.8

Display

16%

5.5

Camera

14%

4.6

Battery

12%

6.0

Connectivity

8%

5.4

Software

5%

6.5

Design

3%

4.6

Audio

5.1
Reviews score
8.0
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 57% of models
Score components:

70%

6.7

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

7.7
RAM capacity
1 GB
Market range: <1 GB – >8 GB
This tablet has 1 GB of RAM, which is less than 78% of tablets and equal to 19.1% of tablets.
Process node
22 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 22 nm process, which is larger than 57.9% of tablets and equal to 7.2% 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
Intel Atom Z3480
This tablet runs on Intel Atom Z3480, which is less advanced than 81.8% 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
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
2 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 2 MP resolution, which is lower than 53.8% of tablets and equal to 25.5% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
f/2.4
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/2.4, which is narrower than 70% of tablets and equal to 17.5% 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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Battery capacity
4,550 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 4,550 mAh battery capacity, which is smaller than 77.9% of tablets and equal to 0.3% of tablets.
Charging speed
20 W
Market range: <10 W – >45 W
This tablet charges at 20 W, which is faster than 60.4% of tablets and equal to 6.2% of tablets.
Battery life
8 hours
Market range: <7 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
yes
This tablet supports wireless charging. 98.5% of tablets offer this.
Fast charging
yes
This tablet supports fast charging. 43.2% 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
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
338 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 338 g, which is lighter than 85% of tablets and equal to 0.3% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.7% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
yes
This tablet supports a keyboard accessory. 15.8% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
N/A
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Number of microphones
?
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this.
Dolby Atmos support
no
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.3% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
1
Market range: <2 – >4
This tablet includes 1 speakers, which is fewer than in 90.3% of tablets and equal to the number in 9.6% of tablets.
FM radio
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer this.
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Dell Venue 8 2014 3G (1GB + 16GB) 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
  • Supports wireless charging
    This tablet supports wireless charging, while the average tablet does not. 1.5% of tablets support wireless charging.
  • 31% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (338 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    338 g vs 490 g
  • Manual focus control
    This tablet supports manual focus, while the average tablet does not. 36.9% of tablets support manual focus.
  • Supports cellular data
    This tablet supports cellular data, while the average tablet does not. 47.4% of tablets offer this.
  • 14.3% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.0/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–² Better than 60% of models

    80%

    8.1

    Average grade

    20%

    7.4

    Popularity

    Grades by review (8)
    7 reviews: 5 with a printed score, 2 estimated from the review. 1 video review, counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.0 vs 7.0
  • 2.36x cheaper
    Dell Venue 8 2014 3G (1GB + 16GB) is cheaper than the average tablet (£110 vs £260).
    £110 vs £260
  • 5% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (2.1 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    2.1 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 14.3% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.0/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–² Better than 60% of models

    80%

    8.1

    Average grade

    20%

    7.4

    Popularity

    Grades by review (8)
    7 reviews: 5 with a printed score, 2 estimated from the review. 1 video review, counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.0 vs 7.0
  • 2.36x cheaper
    Dell Venue 8 2014 3G (1GB + 16GB) is cheaper than the average tablet (£110 vs £260).
    £110 vs £260
  • 5% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (2.1 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    2.1 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Intel Atom Z3480 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Intel Atom Z3480 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
  • Manual focus control
    This tablet supports manual focus, while the average tablet does not. 36.9% of tablets support manual focus.
  • Supports wireless charging
    This tablet supports wireless charging, while the average tablet does not. 1.5% of tablets support wireless charging.
  • Supports cellular data
    This tablet supports cellular data, while the average tablet does not. 47.4% of tablets offer this.
  • 31% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (338 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    338 g vs 490 g
  • 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
  • No USB-C port
    This tablet does not have a USB Type-C port, while the average tablet does. 54% of tablets have one.
  • 3 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM than the average tablet (1 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    1 GB vs 4 GB
  • 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 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 direct OS updates
    This tablet does not support direct OS updates, while the average tablet does. 79.7% of tablets offer this.
  • No continuous video AF
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • 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
  • 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 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM than the average tablet (1 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    1 GB vs 4 GB
  • 86% lower multi-core score
    This tablet has a lower multi-core score than the average tablet (265 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in multi-core tests.
    265 points vs 1,891 points
  • 75% less internal storage
    This tablet has less internal storage than the average tablet (16 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    16 GB vs 64 GB
  • 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.
  • More basic graphics
    This tablet has less advanced graphics than the average tablet (PowerVR G6400 vs Mali-G51).
    PowerVR G6400 vs Mali-G51
  • 57.1% larger process node
    This tablet has a larger process node than the average tablet (22 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet is built on 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
  • 5 years older
    This tablet was released earlier than the average tablet (2014 vs 2019). The average tablet was released in 2019.
    June 2014
    2014 vs 2019
  • 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
  • 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
  • 49 nits dimmer screen
    This tablet is dimmer than the average tablet (352 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    352 nits vs 401 nits
  • Less vivid contrast
    This tablet has less contrast than the average tablet (800:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    800:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 48 nits lower typical brightness
    This tablet has a lower typical brightness than the average tablet (352 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    352 nits vs 400 nits
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 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 tap-to-focus
    This tablet does not support touch autofocus, while the average tablet does. 83% of tablets support touch 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 timelapse video
    This tablet does not support timelapse video, while the average tablet does. 57.5% of tablets support timelapse video.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This tablet has a narrower main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's main camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • 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
  • 31.1% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a smaller battery capacity than the average tablet (4,550 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    4,550 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 (4 vs 5).
    4 vs 5
  • 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.
  • 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 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.
  • 0.95 mm thicker
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (9 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    8.95 mm vs 8 mm
  • 36.7 mm wider
    This tablet is wider than the average tablet (212 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    212 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • 1 fewer speakers
    This tablet has less speakers than the average tablet (1 vs 2). The average tablet has 2 speakers.
    1 vs 2

Video reviews

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

9.0
HotHardware
≈ estimated
30/09/2014
Hands-on review · benchmarks, design and comparison
Verdict
Dell Venue 8 2014 3G earns an editor's choice for excellent value at its price, with strong performance for a budget tablet.

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
laptopmag.com
✓ explicit
13/08/2014
Lab test · Full HD budget tablet
Verdict
The Dell Venue 8 is a sharp Full HD budget tablet for video and remote PC access, though its performance is mixed and rivals run faster.
7.0
pcmag.com
✓ explicit
21/11/2014
Lab test · Media tablet
Verdict
The Dell Venue 8 is a sharp Full HD tablet for streaming video, though it is not as snappy as pricier tablets and its battery trails rivals.
9.0
hothardware.com
✓ explicit
28/09/2014
Hands-on review · Budget tablet
Verdict
The Dell Venue 8 is a well-built secondary tablet for email, casual games and video, with a sharp display and good value.
7.0
uk.pcmag.com
✓ explicit
21/11/2014
Lab test · Budget multimedia tablet
Verdict
The Dell Venue 8 is a good value full HD tablet for watching videos, but it is not snappy and comes loaded with bloatware.
8.0
techraman.com
≈ estimated
18/03/2015
Hands-on review · Media tablet
Verdict
The Dell Venue 8 is a sharp, colourful 8-inch tablet for movies and casual use, though heavy games lag and some apps crash.
9.0
hothardware.com
✓ explicit
28/09/2014
Hands-on review · Performance summary
Verdict
The Dell Venue 8 is a solid, durable budget tablet with good gaming and a sharp Full HD screen, though lag and some apps that won't install hold it back.
9.0
androidcoliseum.com
≈ estimated
05/02/2015
Hands-on review · Near-stock Android
Verdict
The Dell Venue 8 3840 is a near-stock Android tablet that handles everyday tasks well, though its colours are duller than hoped.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Dell Venue 8 2014 3G (1GB + 16GB)

  • High-quality Full HD (1920x1200) IPS display with excellent sharpness and viewing angles
  • Competitive pricing for a budget tablet with high-resolution screen
  • Solid build quality with a grippy, textured back that feels durable
  • Runs a near-stock version of Android 4.4 KitKat with minimal UI interference
  • MicroSD card slot for expandable storage up to 64GB
  • Reliable gaming performance for mid-range titles thanks to the Intel Atom processor

What customers don't like about Dell Venue 8 2014 3G (1GB + 16GB)

  • Performance can be laggy or sluggish during multitasking and app switching
  • Below-average battery life compared to contemporary rivals like the Nexus 7
  • Middling camera performance with noisy images and low detail
  • Tinny audio quality from the single speaker, which is prone to distortion at high volumes
  • Noticeable amount of non-removable bloatware taking up internal storage
  • Occasional touchscreen unresponsiveness or unrecognized gestures

Verdict

The Dell Venue 8 2014 3G (Model 3840) is an 8-inch Android tablet featuring a 1920 x 1200 Full HD IPS display and 3G cellular connectivity for mobile data. It is powered by a 2.1GHz dual-core Intel Atom Z3480 Merrifield processor with 1GB of RAM and 16GB of internal storage, expandable up to 64GB via microSD. Key characteristics include a lightweight 338g build with a textured, fingerprint-resistant back, a 5MP rear camera, a 2MP front camera, and a 4,550mAh battery. Main pros are its sharp high-resolution screen, smooth performance in graphics-heavy games like Asphalt 8, and a near-stock Android 4.4 KitKat experience. Major cons include the limited 1GB of RAM which can hinder heavy multitasking, relatively short battery life (under 6 hours of continuous video), and poor low-light camera performance.

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