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Google Nexus 7 2013 LTE (2GB + 32GB) Review | 168 Data compared

Avg. price:~£310RAM capacity:2 GBInternal storage:32 GBScreen size:7 inchesChipset:Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro

Google Nexus 7 2013 LTE (2GB + 32GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Google Nexus 7 2013 LTE (2GB + 32GB)
5.8/10

Overall score

Score
5.8/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best Tablets on the market.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
Score components

90%

5.6

Technical score

10%

7.7

User score

â–¼Worse than 65% of tablets
6.7

Value for money

Value for money
6.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
Score components

70%

5.8

Overall score

30%

8.9

Price

â–¼Worse than 67%
5.6

Technical score

Technical score
5.6/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare Tablets based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
Score components

22%

5.0

Performance

20%

6.1

Display

16%

5.7

Camera

14%

3.6

Battery

12%

6.7

Connectivity

8%

6.7

Software & Features

5%

6.4

Design

3%

5.7

Audio & Multimedia

â–¼Worse than 68%
7.7

User score

User score
7.7/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

User ratings

30%

7.0

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 70%
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Technical Specifications of tablet Google Nexus 7 2013 LTE (2GB + 32GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.6/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare Tablets based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
Score components:

22%

5.0

Performance

20%

6.1

Display

16%

5.7

Camera

14%

3.6

Battery

12%

6.7

Connectivity

8%

6.7

Software & Features

5%

6.4

Design

3%

5.7

Audio & Multimedia

5.6
User score
User score
7.7/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

User ratings

30%

7.0

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.7
Popularity
Popularity
7.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 69% of models
Popularity:
Google Nexus 7 2013 LTE (2GB + 32GB) has a user popularity of 7 points, which is lower than 69% of Tablets.
7.0
Value for money
Value for money
6.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
Score components:

70%

5.8

Overall score

30%

8.9

Price

6.7
RAM capacity
2 GB
Market range: <2 GB – >12 GB
This tablet has a RAM capacity of 2 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 60.9% of tablets and equal to that of 15.6% of tablets.
Process node
28 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 28 nm process node, which is larger than the node size used in 64.7% of tablets and equal to the node used in 17.8% of tablets.
Internal storage
32 GB
Market range: <0 GB – >250 GB
This tablet has an internal storage capacity of 32 GB which is smaller than the storage of 60.5% of tablets and equal to that of 18% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
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Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro
This tablet uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro chipset, which is less advanced than the chipsets in 74.8% of tablets.
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Screen resolution
1920×1200
This tablet has a screen resolution of 1920×1200 which is higher than that of 39.2% of tablets and equal to that of 18.8% of tablets.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >120 Hz
This tablet supports a refresh rate of 60 Hz which is equal to that in 73.8% of tablets.
Display type
IPS LCD
This tablet uses a IPS LCD display type. 17% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
323 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 323 ppi which is higher than that of 94.2% of tablets and equal to that of 0.4% of tablets.
Display glass type
Corning Gorilla Glass
This tablet uses Corning Gorilla Glass display glass which is stronger than that on 45.4% of tablets and equal to that on 32.7% of tablets.
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Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical image stabilization. 0.4% of tablets include OIS.
Main camera megapixels
5 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a main camera resolution of 5 MP which is lower than that of 63.6% of tablets and equal to that of 26% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
1.2 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera resolution of 1.2 MP which is lower than in 86.3% of tablets and equal to that in 4.8% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
f/2.4
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/2.4 which is narrower than that of 69.8% of tablets and equal to that of 17.6% of tablets.
Optical zoom
1xxx
This tablet supports 1xx optical zoom which is higher than in 18.4% of tablets and equal to that in 80.7% of tablets.
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Battery capacity
3,950 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has a battery capacity of 3,950 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 89.4% of tablets and equal to those in 0.7% of tablets.
Charging speed
7 W
Market range: <10 W – >60 W
This tablet supports charging speeds of 7 W which is slower than in 95.6% of tablets and equal to speeds in 0.4% of tablets.
Battery life
9 hours
Market range: <6 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 9 hours, which is shorter than that of 62.7% of tablets and equal to that of 6.8% of tablets.
web browsing
Wireless charging
yes
This tablet supports wireless charging. 98.5% of tablets support wireless charging.
Fast charging
no
This tablet does not support fast charging. 49.7% of tablets support fast charging.
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LTE support
yes
This tablet supports LTE. 36.8% of tablets include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This tablet supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 0.2% of tablets offer Wi-Fi support.
GPS
yes
This tablet supports GPS. 17.3% of tablets include GPS functionality.
5G connectivity
no
This tablet does not support 5G connectivity. 11.1% of tablets support 5G.
NFC
yes
This tablet supports NFC. 89.1% of tablets support NFC.
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Operating system
Android
This tablet uses the Android operating system, which is more advanced than the one used by 23.3%.
Update support duration
medium
This tablet offers medium update support, which is longer than the support period of 47.3% of tablets and equal to that of 32.6% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
yes
This tablet receives direct OS updates. 20.3% of tablets receive direct updates.
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 include app tracking protection. 28.3% of tablets include app tracking protection.
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IP rating
not rated
This tablet has an IP rating of not rated which is lower than that of 16.3% of tablets and equal to that of 83.7% of tablets.
Weight
299 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 299 g which is lighter than 94.4% of tablets and equal to the weight of 0.2% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.8% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
?
Pen latency
N/A
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Number of microphones
2
Market range: <0 – >5
This tablet includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 55.1% of tablets and equal to the number in 32.7% of tablets.
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this codec.
Dolby Atmos support
no
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.5% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This tablet includes 2 speakers, which is more than in 9.8% of tablets and equal to the number in 60.9% of tablets.
FM radio
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer FM radio functionality.
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Google Nexus 7 2013 LTE (2GB + 32GB) vs the average tablet

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  • 44.2% higher pixel density
    This tablet has a higher pixel density than the average tablet (323 ppi vs 224 ppi). The average tablet has pixel density of 224 ppi.
    323 ppi vs 224 ppi
  • 169 nits higher peak brightness
    This tablet has a higher peak brightness than the average tablet (570 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits peak brightness.
    570 nits vs 401 nits
  • 100 nits higher typical brightness
    This tablet has a higher typical brightness than the average tablet (500 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    500 nits vs 400 nits
  • Better GPU
    This tablet uses the Adreno 320 GPU, while the average tablet uses Mali-G51. GPU choice is one of the main performance differences between tablets.
    Adreno 320 vs Mali-G51
  • 39% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (299 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    299 g vs 490 g
  • Supports NFC
    This tablet has NFC support, the average tablet does not. 10.9% of tablets include NFC.
  • Supports wireless charging
    This tablet supports wireless charging, the average tablet does not. 1.5% of tablets are wireless charging compatible.
  • 102 ppi higher screen sharpness
    This tablet has a higher screen sharpness than the average tablet (323 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has screen sharpness of 221 ppi.
    323 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • Better GPU
    This tablet uses the Adreno 320 GPU, while the average tablet uses Mali-G51. GPU choice is one of the main performance differences between tablets.
    Adreno 320 vs Mali-G51
  • More capable chipset
    This tablet uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This tablet supports a newer DDR version than the average tablet (DDR3L vs LPDDR3). The average DDR version is LPDDR3.
    DDR3L vs LPDDR3
  • 44.2% higher pixel density
    This tablet has a higher pixel density than the average tablet (323 ppi vs 224 ppi). The average tablet has pixel density of 224 ppi.
    323 ppi vs 224 ppi
  • 169 nits higher peak brightness
    This tablet has a higher peak brightness than the average tablet (570 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits peak brightness.
    570 nits vs 401 nits
  • 100 nits higher typical brightness
    This tablet has a higher typical brightness than the average tablet (500 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    500 nits vs 400 nits
  • 102 ppi higher screen sharpness
    This tablet has a higher screen sharpness than the average tablet (323 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has screen sharpness of 221 ppi.
    323 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • 965 Hz higher PWM dimming frequency
    This tablet has a higher PWM dimming frequency than the average tablet (965 Hz vs 0 Hz). The average tablet has PWM dimming frequency of 0 Hz.
    965 Hz vs 0 Hz
  • Supports slow-motion recording
    This tablet supports slow-motion recording, the average tablet does not. 37.5% of tablets offer slow-mo.
  • Supports wireless charging
    This tablet supports wireless charging, the average tablet does not. 1.5% of tablets are wireless charging compatible.
  • Supports NFC
    This tablet has NFC support, the average tablet does not. 10.9% of tablets include NFC.
  • 39% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (299 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    299 g vs 490 g
  • 61.3 mm narrower
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (114 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    114 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • 1 more microphone/s
    This tablet has more microphones than the average tablet (2 vs 1). The average tablet has 1 microphones.
    2 vs 1
  • 3.8 MP lower front camera megapixels
    This tablet has less front camera megapixels than the average tablet (1.2 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has 5 MP front camera resolution.
    1.2 MP vs 5 MP
  • No USB Type-C
    This tablet lacks a USB Type-C port, the average tablet includes one. 53.4% of tablets use USB Type-C.
  • 40% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a lower battery capacity than the average tablet (3,950 mAh vs 6,580 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6,580 mAh.
    3,950 mAh vs 6,580 mAh
  • 3.1 inches smaller screen size
    This tablet has a lower screen size than the average tablet (7 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet has screen size of 10.1 inches.
    7 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 3 MP lower main camera megapixels
    This tablet has a lower-resolution main camera than the average tablet (5 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a 8 MP main camera.
    5 MP vs 8 MP
  • Older Wi-Fi version
    This tablet uses an older Wi-Fi version than the average tablet (Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)). The average tablet uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac).
    Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
  • 61.1% slower charging speed
    This tablet supports slower charging than the average tablet (7 W vs 18 W). The average tablet supports charging speed of 18 W.
    7 W vs 18 W
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This tablet has a worse front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 front camera aperture.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • 4.1% lower user score
    User score
    7.7/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    Google Nexus 7 2013 LTE
    the average tablet
    Google Nexus 7 2013 LTE (2GB + 32GB) has a lower user score than the average tablet (7.69 vs 8.000).
    7.69 vs 8
  • 5.8% worse value for money
    Google Nexus 7 2013 LTE (2GB + 32GB) has worse value for money than the average tablet (6.71 vs 7.1).
    6.71 vs 7.1
  • 2 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM capacity than the average tablet (2 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    2 GB vs 4 GB
  • 25% lower CPU speed
    This tablet has a lower CPU speed than the average tablet (1.5 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    1.5 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 2x larger process node
    This tablet uses a larger process node than the average tablet (28 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet uses a process node of 14 nm.
    28 nm vs 14 nm
  • 2 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has less CPU threads than the average tablet (4 vs 6). The average tablet has 6 CPU threads.
    4 vs 6
  • No big.LITTLE architecture
    This tablet does not use a big.LITTLE architecture, the average tablet does. 51.3% of tablets use a big.LITTLE architecture.
  • 800 MHz slower RAM speed
    This tablet has a lower RAM speed than the average tablet (1,066 MHz vs 1,866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1,866 MHz.
    1,066 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • 50% less storage
    This tablet has less internal storage than the average tablet (32 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet provides 64 GB of internal storage.
    32 GB vs 64 GB
  • 38.5% slower GPU clock
    This tablet has a lower GPU frequency than the average tablet (400 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet has GPU frequency of 650 MHz.
    400 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • 14.1% lower memory bandwidth
    This tablet has a lower memory bandwidth than the average tablet (12.8 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has memory bandwidth of 14.9 GB/s.
    12.8 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • 3.1 inches smaller screen size
    This tablet has a lower screen size than the average tablet (7 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet has screen size of 10.1 inches.
    7 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • Lower contrast ratio
    This tablet has a lower contrast ratio 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
  • 3.8 MP lower front camera megapixels
    This tablet has less front camera megapixels than the average tablet (1.2 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has 5 MP front camera resolution.
    1.2 MP vs 5 MP
  • 3 MP lower main camera megapixels
    This tablet has a lower-resolution main camera than the average tablet (5 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a 8 MP main camera.
    5 MP vs 8 MP
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This tablet has a worse front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 front camera aperture.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • No manual exposure control
    This tablet does not offer manual exposure control, the average tablet does. 63.6% of tablets have manual exposure.
  • No BSI sensor
    This tablet lacks a BSI sensor, the average tablet has one. 52.6% of tablets use BSI sensors for better low-light shots.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This tablet has a worse main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 main camera aperture.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • 40% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a lower battery capacity than the average tablet (3,950 mAh vs 6,580 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6,580 mAh.
    3,950 mAh vs 6,580 mAh
  • 61.1% slower charging speed
    This tablet supports slower charging than the average tablet (7 W vs 18 W). The average tablet supports charging speed of 18 W.
    7 W vs 18 W
  • 1 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (9 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    web browsing
    9 hours vs 10 hours
  • No USB Type-C
    This tablet lacks a USB Type-C port, the average tablet includes one. 53.4% of tablets use USB Type-C.
  • Older Wi-Fi version
    This tablet uses an older Wi-Fi version than the average tablet (Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)). The average tablet uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac).
    Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This tablet uses an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (4 vs 5). The average tablet uses Bluetooth 5.0.
    4.0 vs 5.0
  • No Ethernet support
    This tablet does not have Ethernet support, the average tablet does. 76.3% of tablets support Ethernet.
  • No split-screen
    This tablet does not support split-screen, the average tablet does. 72.4% of tablets support split-screen.
  • No picture-in-picture mode
    This tablet does not support picture-in-picture, the average tablet does. 61% of tablets support picture-in-picture.
  • No camera/mic privacy toggles
    This tablet lacks camera and microphone privacy toggles, the average tablet includes them. 56.2% of tablets offer these toggles.
  • No full-page screenshots
    This tablet does not support full-page screenshots, the average tablet does. 52.5% of tablets support full-page screenshots.
  • No location privacy controls
    This tablet does not offer location privacy controls, the average tablet does. 76.5% of tablets include location privacy features.
  • No dark mode
    This tablet does not support dark mode, the average tablet does. 57.2% of tablets have dark mode.
  • 6 older release date
    This tablet is an older model than the average tablet (2013 vs 2019).
    September 2013
    2013 vs 2019
  • 0.65 mm thicker
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (8.7 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8.0 mm thick.
    8.65 mm vs 8.0 mm

Video reviews

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

9.0
Tim Schofield
≈ estimated
13/09/2013
Full review · display, software, battery and camera
Verdict
Google Nexus 7 2013 LTE is highly recommended, with a bright, sharp screen and smooth stock Android, though the camera disappoints.
9.5
iGyaan
≈ estimated
17/08/2013
Hands-on review · performance, gaming and camera tests
Verdict
Google Nexus 7 2013 LTE is likely the best Android tablet you can buy, with smooth performance and fast software updates.
8.0
Jon Rettinger
✓ explicit
06/08/2013
Hands-on review · six days of daily use vs iPad mini
Verdict
Google Nexus 7 2013 LTE is solid overall with a bright, vivid screen, but Wi-Fi and battery issues held it back.
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09/08/2013
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Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: November 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Google Nexus 7 2013 LTE (2GB + 32GB)

  • High-resolution 1920x1200 display with excellent sharpness (323 ppi) and color accuracy.
  • Slim, lightweight design that is easy to hold with one hand.
  • Fast and smooth performance for its era, supported by a quad-core processor and 2GB of RAM.
  • Pure Android experience with timely updates directly from Google.
  • Good value for money, significantly undercutting competitors like the iPad Mini at launch.
  • Solid battery life for typical media consumption and web browsing.
  • Includes features like wireless charging (Qi) and NFC that were rare for budget tablets.

What customers don't like about Google Nexus 7 2013 LTE (2GB + 32GB)

  • No microSD card slot for expandable storage.
  • Hardware reliability issues reported over time, including touchscreen 'phantom touches' and GPS failures.
  • Camera performance is poor in low-light conditions, producing noisy and washed-out images.
  • Large bezels at the top and bottom of the screen.
  • The back lacks the soft, grippy texture found on the original 2012 model, making it feel more slippery.
  • Charging via the micro-USB port can be slow, and the port itself is prone to wear or failure.
  • LTE model was notably more expensive than the Wi-Fi-only version at launch.

Verdict

The Google Nexus 7 (2013) LTE is a compact 7-inch tablet featuring a 1920 x 1200 IPS LCD display with a high pixel density of 323 ppi, powered by a 1.5 GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro processor and 2GB of RAM. This specific model includes 32GB of internal storage and 4G LTE connectivity, alongside features like Qi wireless charging, dual stereo speakers with surround sound technology, and a 5MP rear camera. Main pros include its exceptionally sharp and bright screen, lightweight and slim design for easy one-handed use, and smooth performance with stock Android software updates. Notable cons are the lack of a microSD card slot for expandable storage, the absence of a camera flash, and a non-removable battery that is smaller in capacity than the previous 2012 generation.

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