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Google Nexus 7 2012 WiFi (1GB + 16GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£220RAM capacity:1 GBInternal storage:16 GBScreen size:7 inchesChipset:Nvidia Tegra 3

Google Nexus 7 2012 WiFi (1GB + 16GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 30 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Google Nexus 7 2012 WiFi (1GB + 16GB)
6.5/10

Overall score

Score
6.5/ 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%

4.7

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

8.6

Reviews score

10%

4.7

Sentiment score

â–¼Worse than 69% of tablets
7.4

Value for money

Value for money
7.4/ 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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â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
Score components

70%

6.5

Overall score

30%

9.4

Price

â–¼Worse than 62%
4.7

Technical score

Technical score
4.7/ 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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Score components

22%

4.2

Performance

20%

4.1

Display

16%

4.1

Camera

14%

3.6

Battery

12%

6.0

Connectivity

8%

6.7

Software

5%

6.5

Design

3%

6.9

Audio

â–¼Worse than 96%
8.6

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.6/ 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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★ Better than 95% of models

80%

8.6

Average grade

20%

8.8

Popularity

Grades by review (30)
29 reviews: 13 with a printed score, 16 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.
★Better than 95%
?

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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google-nexus-7-2012-1gb-16gb-wifi
Where to buy
    N/A~ £220
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.
Available versions:
1GB + 8GBCheck price1GB + 32GBCheck price
Other versions:
1GB + 16GB

What reviewers say about the Google Nexus 7 2012 WiFi (1GB + 16GB)

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Reviewers praise fast performance, good screen and battery in a handy size, but most complain about limited storage and no expansion.
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Technical Specifications of tablet Google Nexus 7 2012 WiFi (1GB + 16GB)

Technical score
Technical score
4.7/ 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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Score components:

22%

4.2

Performance

20%

4.1

Display

16%

4.1

Camera

14%

3.6

Battery

12%

6.0

Connectivity

8%

6.7

Software

5%

6.5

Design

3%

6.9

Audio

4.7
Reviews score
8.6
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.4/ 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 62% of models
Score components:

70%

6.5

Overall score

30%

9.4

Price

7.4
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
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 3
This tablet runs on Nvidia Tegra 3, which is less advanced than 64.8% of tablets and equal to 2.9% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Screen resolution
1280×800
This tablet has a 1280×800 screen, which is less sharp than 68.1% of tablets and equal to 21.7% 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
IPS LCD
This tablet uses a IPS LCD display type. 17% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
216 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 216 ppi, which is lower than 52% of tablets and equal to 3.7% of tablets.
Display glass type
Chemically Strengthened Glass
This tablet protects its screen with Chemically Strengthened Glass, which is less durable than 65.1% of tablets and the same as 12.9% 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
N/A
Front camera megapixels
1.2 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 1.2 MP resolution, which is lower than 86.3% of tablets and equal to 4.8% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
N/A
Optical zoom
N/A
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What reviewers say
Battery capacity
4,325 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 4,325 mAh battery capacity, which is smaller than 80.9% of tablets and equal to 0.1% 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
9.5 hours
Market range: <7 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 9.5 hours, which is shorter than that of 61.4% of tablets and equal to that of 1.2% of tablets.
web browsing
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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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
yes
This tablet includes NFC. 89.3% 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
medium
This tablet offers medium update support, which is longer than the support period of 47.6% of tablets and equal to that of 32.4% 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.
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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
340 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 340 g, which is lighter than 84% of tablets and equal to 0.9% 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
2
Market range: <1 – >3
This tablet has a microphone array of 2, which is more than 55.1% of tablets and equal to 32.7% 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
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say

Google Nexus 7 2012 WiFi (1GB + 16GB) vs the average tablet

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  • Includes NFC
    This tablet includes NFC, while the average tablet does not. 10.8% of tablets include NFC.
  • 22.9% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.6/ 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
    ★ Better than 95% of models

    80%

    8.6

    Average grade

    20%

    8.8

    Popularity

    Grades by review (30)
    29 reviews: 13 with a printed score, 16 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.
    8.6 vs 7.0
  • 30.6% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (340 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    340 g vs 490 g
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Nvidia Tegra 3 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Nvidia Tegra 3 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 1 more microphones
    This tablet has more microphones than the average tablet (2 vs 1). The average tablet's microphone count is 1.
    2 vs 1
  • 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
  • 55.3 mm narrower
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (120 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    120 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • More advanced memory type
    This tablet uses more advanced memory than the average tablet (DDR3L vs LPDDR3).
    DDR3L vs LPDDR3
  • 22.9% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.6/ 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
    ★ Better than 95% of models

    80%

    8.6

    Average grade

    20%

    8.8

    Popularity

    Grades by review (30)
    29 reviews: 13 with a printed score, 16 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.
    8.6 vs 7.0
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Nvidia Tegra 3 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Nvidia Tegra 3 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 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 memory type
    This tablet uses more advanced memory than the average tablet (DDR3L vs LPDDR3).
    DDR3L vs LPDDR3
  • Includes NFC
    This tablet includes NFC, while the average tablet does not. 10.8% of tablets include NFC.
  • 30.6% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (340 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    340 g vs 490 g
  • 55.3 mm narrower
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (120 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    120 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • 1 more microphones
    This tablet has more microphones than the average tablet (2 vs 1). The average tablet's microphone count is 1.
    2 vs 1
  • 3.8 MP lower front resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution front camera than the average tablet (1.2 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    1.2 MP vs 5 MP
  • 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
  • 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
  • More basic graphics
    This tablet has less advanced graphics than the average tablet (ULP GeForce vs Mali-G51).
    ULP GeForce vs Mali-G51
  • No fast charging
    This tablet does not support fast charging, while the average tablet does. 56.8% of tablets support fast charging.
  • 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
  • 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
  • 37.3% lower sentiment score
    4.7 vs 7.5
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 35% lower CPU speed
    This tablet has a lower CPU speed than the average tablet (1.3 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    1.3 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 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.
  • 57% less memory bandwidth
    This tablet has less memory bandwidth than the average tablet (6.4 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has 14.9 GB/s of memory bandwidth.
    6.4 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • 533 MHz slower RAM speed
    This tablet has a lower RAM speed than the average tablet (1,333 MHz vs 1,866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1,866 MHz.
    1,333 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • 36% slower GPU clock
    This tablet runs its GPU slower than the average tablet (416 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet runs its GPU at 650 MHz.
    416 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • 7 years older
    This tablet was released earlier than the average tablet (2012 vs 2019). The average tablet was released in 2019.
    July 2012
    2012 vs 2019
  • 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
  • Less sharp display
    This tablet has a less sharp screen than the average tablet (1280×800 vs 1920×1200).
    1,280×800 vs 1,920×1,200
  • 51 nits dimmer screen
    This tablet is dimmer than the average tablet (350 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    350 nits vs 401 nits
  • Less durable glass
    This tablet has less durable glass than the average tablet (Chemically Strengthened Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass). The average tablet uses Corning Gorilla Glass.
    Chemically Strengthened Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • 50 nits lower typical brightness
    This tablet has a lower typical brightness than the average tablet (350 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    350 nits vs 400 nits
  • Less vivid contrast
    This tablet has less contrast than the average tablet (908:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    908:1 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
  • 3.8 MP lower front resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution front camera than the average tablet (1.2 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    1.2 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 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 manual white balance
    This tablet does not support manual white balance, while the average tablet does. 51.5% of tablets support manual white balance.
  • No burst mode
    This tablet does not support burst mode, the average tablet does. 60.6% of tablets support burst mode.
  • No panorama mode
    This tablet does not support panorama mode, while the average tablet does. 78.6% of tablets support panorama 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.
  • Non-CMOS image sensor
    This tablet does not have a CMOS sensor, while the average tablet does. 99.4% of tablets have a CMOS sensor.
  • No fast charging
    This tablet does not support fast charging, while the average tablet does. 56.8% of tablets support fast charging.
  • 34.5% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a smaller battery capacity than the average tablet (4,325 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    4,325 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
  • 0.5 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (9.5 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    web browsing
    9.5 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.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This tablet has an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (3 vs 5).
    3 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)
  • 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.
  • 2.45 mm thicker
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (10.5 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    10.45 mm vs 8 mm

Video reviews

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

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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

9.5
reviewed.com
≈ estimated
17/07/2012
Lab test · Budget Android tablet
Verdict
The Google Nexus 7 is hard to beat for the money, with the best screen color of any Android tablet tested, but it struggles in sunlight.
10
t3.com
✓ explicit
19/07/2012
Hands-on review · Jelly Bean tablet
Verdict
The Google Nexus 7 is a light, well-built Android tablet with a sharp screen and smooth performance, but UK owners lose out on US-only Google Play content.
9.0
digitalreviews.net
≈ estimated
29/07/2012
Personal review · 7-inch Android tablet
Verdict
The Google Nexus 7 is a compact, light tablet with smooth Jelly Bean, suited to people who tether it to their phone rather than buy a data plan.
6.0
deviceguru.com
≈ estimated
10/09/2012
Deep-dive review · Rival comparison
Verdict
The Google Nexus 7 matches its 7-inch rivals on specifications and lasts about five hours of nonstop Netflix, but it has no card slot or TV output.
9.0
uk.pcmag.com
✓ explicit
30/06/2012
Full review · Performance and battery
Verdict
The Google Nexus 7 gives the best balance of price and performance among small tablets, with excellent battery life but fixed storage and a weak Play Store.
10
whathifi.com
✓ explicit
07/08/2012
Expert review · Build and interface
Verdict
The Google Nexus 7 is a light, fast 7-inch tablet at an incredible price, suited to reading and video, though it lacks a rear camera and tablet apps.
8.8
theverge.com
✓ explicit
29/06/2012
Full review · Stock Android tablet
Verdict
The Google Nexus 7 is a well-built, fast tablet with a sharp screen and stock Android, but it has no memory card slot and no built-in camera app.
8.0
phonesreview.co.uk
≈ estimated
28/06/2012
First impressions · Hands-on look
Verdict
The Nexus 7 is a worthy contender for the money, with a bright, vivid screen and good build, but its missing memory card slot and HDMI output stand out.
6.6
01net.com
✓ explicit
22/08/2012
Review · Value Android tablet
Verdict
The Nexus 7 is a good-value 7-inch tablet with a sharp screen, smooth performance and long battery life, but its non-expandable storage is its main drawback.
9.0
lemondeinformatique.fr
≈ estimated
29/11/2012
Hands-on test · Android 4.2
Verdict
The Nexus 7 is a light tablet that's easy to use one-handed, with sharp colours and strong performance for its price, but it lacks 3G and memory expansion.
9.0
frandroid.com
✓ explicit
25/07/2012
Three-week test · Compact 7-inch tablet
Verdict
The Google Nexus 7 is a good small tablet, easy to carry and smooth to use, but its limited storage and thin Play Store outside the US hold it back.
9.0
presse-citron.net
≈ estimated
06/09/2012
Hands-on review · Connectivity and apps
Verdict
The Google Nexus 7 is a smooth, pure-Android tablet with strong Wi-Fi and free navigation, but the lack of 3G and missing French TV apps limit it.
9.5
lexpress.fr
≈ estimated
28/06/2012
Full test · Design and hardware
Verdict
The Google Nexus 7 is a powerful, comfortable 7-inch tablet with a bright screen, though it lacks a microSD slot and a rear camera.
9.0
blablahightech.fr
≈ estimated
15/09/2012
Long-term review · Daily use
Verdict
The Nexus 7 is a light, fast tablet with a sharp screen that fits well in one hand, but it has fewer tablet apps and no memory card slot.
9.0
xataka.com
≈ estimated
27/08/2012
Full review · Battery tests
Verdict
The Google Nexus 7 has an excellent screen and over nine hours of browsing, but its screen is dim outdoors and its storage is fixed.
9.0
geeknetic.es
✓ explicit
06/09/2012
Full review · Budget tablet
Verdict
The Google Nexus 7 is a well-built, fast budget tablet, strong for video and games, but it has no rear camera and no card slot.
8.0
xatakandroid.com
≈ estimated
10/09/2012
One-week test · Everyday use
Verdict
The Google Nexus 7 is a fast, pleasant-to-hold tablet that lasts about a day and a half per charge, but its speaker is quiet and many apps aren't optimized for it.
9.0
movilzona.es
≈ estimated
17/09/2012
Hands-on test · Video review
Verdict
The Google Nexus 7 is a compact, well-finished 7-inch tablet with a powerful chip, suited to gaming and everyday use, but held back by its storage and lack of TV connection.
9.5
elespanol.com
≈ estimated
21/09/2012
Week-long review · Daily use
Verdict
The Google Nexus 7 is a smooth, comfortable 7-inch tablet that suits one-handed use, but wide borders, fixed storage and a front-only camera hold it back.
9.0
disfrutadelcastigo.com
≈ estimated
14/09/2012
Personal review · Benchmarks and battery
Verdict
The Nexus 7 is a powerful, good-value tablet with a sharp screen and pure Android, but it lacks a rear camera, microSD slot and HDMI output.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Google Nexus 7 2012 WiFi (1GB + 16GB)

  • Exceptional value for money with high-end specs at a budget price point
  • High-resolution IPS display with crisp text, vivid colours, and wide viewing angles
  • Fast and fluid performance powered by the Nvidia Tegra 3 quad-core processor
  • Premium build quality featuring a comfortable, grippy textured back
  • Portable and lightweight design that is easy to hold in one hand
  • Great battery life, often cited as lasting through a full day of steady use
  • Clean 'stock' Android experience with timely updates directly from Google

What customers don't like about Google Nexus 7 2012 WiFi (1GB + 16GB)

  • Lack of expandable storage (no microSD card slot)
  • No rear-facing camera, only a front-facing lens for video calls
  • Missing HDMI or MHL output for connecting to external displays
  • Limited selection of Android apps specifically optimised for the tablet interface
  • Initial lack of 3G/4G cellular connectivity options (WiFi-only at launch)
  • Reported hardware issues in some units, such as screen lifting or backlight bleed
  • Quiet internal speakers that struggle to fill a room

Verdict

The Google Nexus 7 (2012) is a compact 7-inch tablet featuring an NVIDIA Tegra 3 quad-core processor, 1GB of RAM, and 16GB of internal storage. Its standout characteristics include a high-quality 1280x800 IPS display protected by Corning Gorilla Glass and a slim, lightweight 340g build with a grippy, rubberised back. Main pros consist of smooth multitasking performance, long-lasting battery life of up to 10 hours, and a 'pure' Android experience with fast updates. However, it lacks a rear-facing camera, cellular connectivity, and an HDMI port, with its most significant drawback being the absence of a microSD slot for expandable storage.

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