OVERALL
ALTERNATIVES
SPECS
VS AVERAGE
REVIEWS
Scored using Tablets Methodology v3.0
Tablets Methodology v3.0
Mathematical & Unbiased Scoring
Products in this category are scored under Frontum Tablets Methodology v3.0: the technical score from the specifications is the base, and independent expert and video reviews (up to ±0.5 points), owner opinions (up to ±0.3) and best-of lists (up to +0.3) move it up or down.
Explore Tablets Methodology v3.0

Gigabyte S1185 (8GB + 256GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£620RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:11.6 inchesChipset:Intel Core i5-3337U

Gigabyte S1185 (8GB + 256GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 4 expert reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Gigabyte S1185 (8GB + 256GB)
6.4/10

Overall score

Score
6.4/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
Score components

35%

5.8

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

5.8

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 73% of tablets
6.7

Value for money

Value for money
6.7/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
Score components

70%

6.4

Overall score

30%

7.2

Price

â–¼Worse than 93%
5.8

Technical score

Technical score
5.8/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
Score components

22%

7.5

Performance

20%

5.4

Display

16%

5.1

Camera

14%

4.9

Battery

12%

5.7

Connectivity

8%

6.5

Software

5%

3.8

Design

3%

4.8

Audio

â–¼Worse than 61%
5.8

Reviews score

Reviews score
5.8/ 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–¼ Worse than 72% of models

5.8

Mark 7.4 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

7.6

Average grade

20%

6.6

Popularity

Grades by review (4)
4 reviews: 4 with a printed score, 0 estimated from the review. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 72%
?

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
  • gigabyte-s1185-8gb-256gb
  • gigabyte-s1185-8gb-256gb
  • gigabyte-s1185-8gb-256gb
  • gigabyte-s1185-8gb-256gb
  • gigabyte-s1185-8gb-256gb
  • gigabyte-s1185-8gb-256gb
  • gigabyte-s1185-8gb-256gb
  • gigabyte-s1185-8gb-256gb
  • gigabyte-s1185-8gb-256gb
  • gigabyte-s1185-8gb-256gb
  • gigabyte-s1185-8gb-256gb
  • gigabyte-s1185-8gb-256gb
  • gigabyte-s1185-8gb-256gb
  • gigabyte-s1185-8gb-256gb
  • gigabyte-s1185-8gb-256gb
  • gigabyte-s1185-8gb-256gb
  • gigabyte-s1185-8gb-256gb
gigabyte-s1185-8gb-256gb
gigabyte-s1185-8gb-256gb
gigabyte-s1185-8gb-256gb
gigabyte-s1185-8gb-256gb
gigabyte-s1185-8gb-256gb
gigabyte-s1185-8gb-256gb
gigabyte-s1185-8gb-256gb
gigabyte-s1185-8gb-256gb
gigabyte-s1185-8gb-256gb
gigabyte-s1185-8gb-256gb
gigabyte-s1185-8gb-256gb
gigabyte-s1185-8gb-256gb
gigabyte-s1185-8gb-256gb
gigabyte-s1185-8gb-256gb
gigabyte-s1185-8gb-256gb
gigabyte-s1185-8gb-256gb
gigabyte-s1185-8gb-256gb
Where to buy
    N/A~ £620
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.
Other versions:
8GB + 256GB4GB + 64GB4GB + 128GB

What reviewers say about the Gigabyte S1185 (8GB + 256GB)

Based on 4

Reviewers appreciate the useful selection of ports, but most find the kickstand disappointing.
Praised
Criticised
Pick a topic to see who said what
Loading category ranking...

Technical Specifications of tablet Gigabyte S1185 (8GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.8/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
Score components:

22%

7.5

Performance

20%

5.4

Display

16%

5.1

Camera

14%

4.9

Battery

12%

5.7

Connectivity

8%

6.5

Software

5%

3.8

Design

3%

4.8

Audio

5.8
Reviews score
5.8
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
6.7/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
Score components:

70%

6.4

Overall score

30%

7.2

Price

6.7
RAM capacity
8 GB
Market range: <1 GB – >8 GB
This tablet has 8 GB of RAM, which is more than 72.1% of tablets and equal to 17.9% 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
256 GB
Market range: <16 GB – >256 GB
This tablet has 256 GB of internal storage, which is more than 76.4% of tablets and equal to 15.8% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
?
Chipset
Intel Core i5-3337U
This tablet runs on Intel Core i5-3337U, which is more advanced than 73.3% of tablets and equal to 0.1% of tablets.
Show more
Screen resolution
1920×1080
This tablet has a 1920×1080 screen, which is less sharp than 61.1% of tablets and equal to 2.6% 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
190 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 190 ppi, which is lower than 65.1% of tablets and equal to 1.4% of tablets.
Display glass type
?
Show more
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
?
Optical zoom
1xxx
This tablet has 1xx optical zoom, which is stronger than 18.2% of tablets and equal to 80.9% of tablets.
Show more
Battery capacity
5,270 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 5,270 mAh battery capacity, which is smaller than 62.1% of tablets and equal to 0.1% of tablets.
Charging speed
40 W
Market range: <10 W – >45 W
This tablet charges at 40 W, which is faster than 80.3% of tablets and equal to 2.2% of tablets.
Battery life
4 hours
Market range: <7 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 4 hours, which is shorter than that of 98% of tablets and equal to that of 1% of tablets.
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.
Show more
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.
Show more
What reviewers say
Operating system
Windows
This tablet uses the Windows operating system, which is less advanced than the one used by 84.2%.
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
yes
This tablet supports direct OS updates. 20.3% 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.
Show more
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
1,000 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 1,000 g, which is heavier than 97.6% of tablets and equal to 0.1% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
yes
This tablet supports a backlit keyboard. 90.4% 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
Show more
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.
Show more

Gigabyte S1185 (8GB + 256GB) vs the average tablet

246810TotalPerformanceDisplayCameraBatteryConnectivitySoftwareDesignAudio
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Intel Core i5-3337U vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Intel Core i5-3337U vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 4x more internal storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (256 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    256 GB vs 64 GB
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This tablet has more RAM than the average tablet (8 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    8 GB vs 4 GB
  • 35% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (2.7 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    2.7 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 1.5 inches larger screen
    This tablet has a larger screen than the average tablet (11.6 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    11.6 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 2.22x faster charging
    This tablet charges faster than the average tablet (40 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    40 W vs 18 W
  • Monitors battery health
    This tablet monitors battery health, while the average tablet does not. 36.7% of tablets monitor battery health.
  • Faster USB ports
    This tablet has faster USB ports than the average tablet (USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2).
    USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2.0
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Intel Core i5-3337U vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Intel Core i5-3337U vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 4x more internal storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (256 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    256 GB vs 64 GB
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This tablet has more RAM than the average tablet (8 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    8 GB vs 4 GB
  • 35% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (2.7 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    2.7 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • Supports multithreading
    This tablet supports multithreading, while the average tablet does not. 9.9% of tablets support multithreading.
  • 12 more GPU execution units
    This tablet has more GPU execution units than the average tablet (16 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    16 vs 4
  • 71.8% more memory bandwidth
    This tablet has more memory bandwidth than the average tablet (25.6 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has 14.9 GB/s of memory bandwidth.
    25.6 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • More advanced memory type
    This tablet uses more advanced memory than the average tablet (DDR3L vs LPDDR3).
    DDR3L vs LPDDR3
  • 1.5 inches larger screen
    This tablet has a larger screen than the average tablet (11.6 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    11.6 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 2.22x faster charging
    This tablet charges faster than the average tablet (40 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    40 W vs 18 W
  • Monitors battery health
    This tablet monitors battery health, while the average tablet does not. 36.7% of tablets monitor battery health.
  • Faster USB ports
    This tablet has faster USB ports than the average tablet (USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2).
    USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2.0
  • 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.
  • Includes backlit keyboard
    This tablet has a backlit keyboard, the average tablet does not. 9.6% of tablets offer a backlit keyboard.
  • 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 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (4 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    4 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
  • 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
  • Less advanced operating system
    This tablet runs on a less advanced operating system than the average tablet (Windows vs Android). Operating system choice shapes app support, updates, and ecosystem features.
    Windows vs Android
  • No continuous video AF
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • 112 nits lower typical brightness
    This tablet has a lower typical brightness than the average tablet (288 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    288 nits vs 400 nits
  • 17.1% lower review score
    Reviews score
    5.8/ 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–¼ Worse than 72% of models

    5.8

    Mark 7.4 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    7.6

    Average grade

    20%

    6.6

    Popularity

    Grades by review (4)
    4 reviews: 4 with a printed score, 0 estimated from the review. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    5.8 vs 7.0
  • 13.5% worse value for money
    Gigabyte S1185 (8GB + 256GB) has worse value for money than the average tablet (6.65 vs 7.6).
    6.65 vs 7.55
  • 2.38x more expensive
    Gigabyte S1185 (8GB + 256GB) is more expensive than the average tablet (£620 vs £260).
    £620 vs £260
  • 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
  • Slower storage type
    This tablet uses mSATA storage, while the average tablet uses faster eMMC. Storage technology still varies widely across tablets.
    mSATA vs eMMC
  • 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.
  • 6 years older
    This tablet was released earlier than the average tablet (2013 vs 2019). The average tablet was released in 2019.
    July 2013
    2013 vs 2019
  • 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
  • 112 nits lower typical brightness
    This tablet has a lower typical brightness than the average tablet (288 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    288 nits vs 400 nits
  • 14% softer screen detail
    This tablet has softer screen detail than the average tablet (190 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    190 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • Less vivid contrast
    This tablet has less contrast than the average tablet (975:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    975:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 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
  • Less sharp display
    This tablet has a less sharp screen than the average tablet (1920×1080 vs 1920×1200).
    1,920×1,080 vs 1,920×1,200
  • 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
  • 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 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.
  • 6 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (4 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    4 hours vs 10 hours
  • 20.2% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a smaller battery capacity than the average tablet (5,270 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    5,270 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 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
  • 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
  • Less advanced operating system
    This tablet runs on a less advanced operating system than the average tablet (Windows vs Android). Operating system choice shapes app support, updates, and ecosystem features.
    Windows vs Android
  • 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.
  • 2.04x heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (1,000 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    1,000 g vs 490 g
  • 5.5 mm thicker
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (13.5 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    13.5 mm vs 8 mm
  • 128.7 mm wider
    This tablet is wider than the average tablet (304 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    304 mm vs 175.3 mm

Video reviews

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

Not graded yet
Not graded yet
Not graded yet
Not graded yet

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

7.0
avforums.com
✓ explicit
02/10/2013
Hands-on review · Windows 8 tablet
Verdict
The Gigabyte S1185 is a fast Windows 8 tablet with a built-in mouse and detachable keyboard, but it is heavy and its battery lasts under three hours.
6.0
expertreviews.co.uk
✓ explicit
12/11/2013
Lab test · Windows 8 tablet
Verdict
The Gigabyte S1185 has a bright, wide-viewing screen and plenty of ports, but frequent touchscreen freezes and a flimsy hinge hold it back.
7.7
notebookcheck.net
✓ explicit
01/11/2013
Hands-on test · Windows convertible
Verdict
The Gigabyte S1185 suits buyers who want many ports and a keyboard in the box, but its plastic case and blurry cameras hold it back.
7.7
notebookcheck.com
✓ explicit
26/10/2013
Hands-on test · Windows convertible
Verdict
The Gigabyte S1185 suits buyers who want many ports and a keyboard in the box, but its plastic case and blurry cameras hold it back.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Gigabyte S1185 (8GB + 256GB)

  • High-quality 11.6-inch Full HD IPS display with excellent viewing angles and strong colors.
  • Extensive connectivity options including full-sized HDMI, USB 3.0, and a rare D-sub (VGA) port.
  • Unique built-in optical finger navigation (OFN) and physical mouse buttons for easier cursor control.
  • Integrated kickstand allows for hands-free use without needing the keyboard dock.
  • Responsive capacitive multi-touch screen that handles Windows 8 gestures well.
  • Solid performance for a tablet of its era, powered by Intel Core i5 processors and fast SSD storage.

What customers don't like about Gigabyte S1185 (8GB + 256GB)

  • Short battery life, often lasting less than 3-5 hours depending on usage intensity.
  • Heavy and 'chunky' design, weighing approximately 1kg for the tablet alone, which can cause arm fatigue during prolonged use.
  • Small and 'fiddly' touchpad on the keyboard dock with cramped buttons.
  • Poor camera quality, with reviewers noting out-of-focus video recording and low-quality images.
  • High operating temperatures even at idle, which causes the system fan to run frequently.
  • Magnetic keyboard connection is not firm enough to make it feel like a stable laptop when docked.

Verdict

The Gigabyte S1185, also known as the 'Padbook,' is an 11.6-inch Windows hybrid tablet featuring a Full HD 1920 x 1080 IPS multi-touch display. This specific configuration is powered by a 3rd Gen Intel Core i5-3337U dual-core processor, 8GB of DDR3 RAM, and a 256GB mSATA SSD, offering high-performance multitasking capabilities for its class. Its main characteristics include an integrated kickstand, a magnetically detachable keyboard, and unique side-mounted optical finger navigation with physical mouse buttons for enhanced precision. The device stands out for its extensive connectivity, housing full-sized VGA and HDMI ports, USB 3.0, and a microSD card reader. While it is praised for its excellent screen quality and versatile port selection, notable cons include its significant weight (nearly 1kg for the tablet alone), a somewhat chunky plastic build, and a relatively short battery life that often falls under 5 hours.

Compare Gigabyte S1185 (8GB + 256GB) with other tablets

1Product to compare no. 1
VS
2Product to compare no. 2
VS
3Product to compare no. 3 (optional)

Graphic comparison of Gigabyte S1185 (8GB + 256GB) and other tablets

No results found