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Honor Tablet 8 (8GB + 256GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£260RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:12 inchesChipset:Qualcomm Snapdragon 680

Honor Tablet 8 (8GB + 256GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 41 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Honor Tablet 8 (8GB + 256GB)
7.4/10

Overall score

Score
7.4/ 10
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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%

6.9

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

8.2

Reviews score

10%

?

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

â–²Better than 68% of tablets
7.9

Value for money

Value for money
7.9/ 10
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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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Score components

70%

7.4

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

â–²Better than 73%
6.9

Technical score

Technical score
6.9/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components

22%

7.7

Performance

20%

5.6

Display

16%

7.1

Camera

14%

7.4

Battery

12%

6.7

Connectivity

8%

8.3

Software

5%

5.8

Design

3%

5.5

Audio

â–²Better than 68%
8.2

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.2/ 10
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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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80%

8.0

Average grade

20%

9.1

Popularity

Grades by review (41)
27 reviews: 19 with a printed score, 8 estimated from the review. 14 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–²Better than 74%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 10
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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.
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Where to buy
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Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.
Available versions:
8GB + 256GB4GB + 128GBCheck price6GB + 128GBCheck price
Other versions:
8GB + 128GB

What reviewers say about the Honor Tablet 8 (8GB + 256GB)

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Reviewers adore the excellent speakers and big screen, but sluggish performance, limited connectivity and poor cameras disappoint many.
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Technical Specifications of tablet Honor Tablet 8 (8GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.9/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components:

22%

7.7

Performance

20%

5.6

Display

16%

7.1

Camera

14%

7.4

Battery

12%

6.7

Connectivity

8%

8.3

Software

5%

5.8

Design

3%

5.5

Audio

6.9
Reviews score
8.2
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.9/ 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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Score components:

70%

7.4

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

7.9
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
6 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 6 nm process, which is smaller than 76.1% of tablets and equal to 8.4% 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
413 points
Market range: <233 points – >2.3k points
This tablet scores 413 points in single-core tests, which is lower than 69.8% of tablets and equal to 0.4% of tablets.
Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon 680
This tablet runs on Qualcomm Snapdragon 680, which is more advanced than 58.7% of tablets and equal to 1.8% of tablets.
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Screen resolution
2000×1200
This tablet has a 2000×1200 screen, which is sharper than 58.1% of tablets and equal to 8.1% 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
194 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 194 ppi, which is lower than 64.3% of tablets and equal to 0.7% of tablets.
Display glass type
?
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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
5 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 5 MP resolution, which is higher than 48.6% of tablets and equal to 19.7% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
f/2.2
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/2.2, which is wider than 30.1% of tablets and equal to 27.3% 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
7,250 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 7,250 mAh battery capacity, which is larger than 60% of tablets and equal to 1.9% of tablets.
Charging speed
22.5 W
Market range: <10 W – >45 W
This tablet charges at 22.5 W, which is faster than 66.6% of tablets and equal to 2.4% of tablets.
Battery life
22 hours
Market range: <7 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 22 hours, which is longer than that of 97.6% of tablets and equal to that of 0.4% 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.
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LTE support
yes
This tablet has built-in LTE. 57.1% 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.
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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
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
yes
This tablet supports app tracking protection. 71.6% of tablets offer this.
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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
520 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 520 g, which is heavier than 58.4% of tablets and equal to 1.4% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.7% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
yes
This tablet supports a keyboard accessory. 15.8% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
N/A
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Number of microphones
1
Market range: <1 – >3
This tablet has a microphone array of 1, which is more than 0.2% of tablets and equal to 54.8% of tablets.
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this.
Dolby Atmos support
no
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.3% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
8
Market range: <2 – >4
This tablet includes 8 speakers, which is more than in 96.4% of tablets and equal to the number in 3.6% of tablets.
FM radio
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer this.
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Honor Tablet 8 (8GB + 256GB) vs the average tablet

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  • 12 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (22 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    22 hours vs 10 hours
  • 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
  • Faster storage type
    This tablet uses UFS storage, while the average tablet uses eMMC. Storage technology still varies widely across tablets.
    UFS vs eMMC
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 1.9 inches larger screen
    This tablet has a larger screen than the average tablet (12 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    12 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • More advanced graphics
    This tablet has more advanced graphics than the average tablet (Adreno 610 vs Mali-G51).
    Adreno 610 vs Mali-G51
  • 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
  • 6 more speakers
    This tablet has more speakers than the average tablet (8 vs 2). The average tablet has 2 speakers.
    8 vs 2
  • 17.1% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.2/ 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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    80%

    8.0

    Average grade

    20%

    9.1

    Popularity

    Grades by review (41)
    27 reviews: 19 with a printed score, 8 estimated from the review. 14 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.2 vs 7.0
  • 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
  • Faster storage type
    This tablet uses UFS storage, while the average tablet uses eMMC. Storage technology still varies widely across tablets.
    UFS vs eMMC
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • More advanced graphics
    This tablet has more advanced graphics than the average tablet (Adreno 610 vs Mali-G51).
    Adreno 610 vs Mali-G51
  • 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
  • 20% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (2.4 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    2.4 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 57.1% smaller process node
    This tablet has a smaller process node than the average tablet (6 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet is built on 14 nm.
    6 nm vs 14 nm
  • More advanced memory type
    This tablet uses more advanced memory than the average tablet (LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3).
    LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3
  • 1.9 inches larger screen
    This tablet has a larger screen than the average tablet (12 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    12 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • More vivid contrast
    This tablet has more contrast than the average tablet (1468:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    1,468:1 vs 1,015:1
  • Supports HDR10
    This tablet supports HDR10, while the average tablet does not. 21.7% of tablets support HDR10.
  • Sharper display
    This tablet has a sharper screen than the average tablet (2000×1200 vs 1920×1200).
    2,000×1,200 vs 1,920×1,200
  • Supports manual shutter speed
    This tablet supports manual shutter speed, while the average tablet does not. 21.8% of tablets support manual shutter speed.
  • Supports manual ISO
    This tablet supports manual ISO, while the average tablet does not. 45.9% of tablets support manual ISO.
  • 12 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (22 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    22 hours vs 10 hours
  • 25% faster charging
    This tablet charges faster than the average tablet (22.5 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    22.5 W vs 18 W
  • 9.8% larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a larger battery capacity than the average tablet (7,250 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    7,250 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • Supports LTE
    This tablet supports LTE, while the average tablet does not. 42.9% of tablets support LTE.
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This tablet has a newer Bluetooth version than the average tablet (5.1 vs 5).
    5.1 vs 5
  • Supports live text recognition
    This tablet supports live text recognition, while the average tablet does not. 35.1% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports app tracking protection
    This tablet supports app tracking protection, while the average tablet does not. 28.4% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports dynamic themes
    This tablet supports dynamic themes, while the average tablet does not. 29.5% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports extra dim mode
    This tablet supports extra dim mode, while the average tablet does not. 35.9% of tablets offer this.
  • Includes clipboard warnings
    This tablet has clipboard warnings, the average tablet does not. 40.3% of tablets include clipboard warnings.
  • 1.1 mm thinner
    This tablet is thinner than the average tablet (6.9 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    6.9 mm vs 8 mm
  • 6 more speakers
    This tablet has more speakers than the average tablet (8 vs 2). The average tablet has 2 speakers.
    8 vs 2
  • 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 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 GPS
    This tablet does not include GPS, while the average tablet does. 82.9% of tablets include GPS.
  • 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
  • 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
  • No headphone jack
    This tablet does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack, while the average tablet does. 72.8% of tablets offer this.
  • 43.3% lower single-core score
    This tablet has a lower single-core score than the average tablet (413 points vs 729 points). The average tablet scores 729 points in single-core tests.
    413 points vs 729 points
  • 12.2% softer screen detail
    This tablet has softer screen detail than the average tablet (194 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    194 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • 43.3% lower single-core score
    This tablet has a lower single-core score than the average tablet (413 points vs 729 points). The average tablet scores 729 points in single-core tests.
    413 points vs 729 points
  • 22.5% lower multi-core score
    This tablet has a lower multi-core score than the average tablet (1,466 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in multi-core tests.
    1,466 points vs 1,891 points
  • 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
  • 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
  • 12.2% softer screen detail
    This tablet has softer screen detail than the average tablet (194 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    194 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • 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 GPS
    This tablet does not include GPS, while the average tablet does. 82.9% of tablets include GPS.
  • No Ethernet support
    This tablet does not have Ethernet support, the average tablet does. 76.5% of tablets support Ethernet.
  • Shorter update support
    This tablet offers shorter update support than the average tablet (short vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    short vs medium
  • 103.2 mm wider
    This tablet is wider than the average tablet (278.5 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    278.5 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • 6.1% heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (520 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    520 g vs 490 g
  • No headphone jack
    This tablet does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack, while the average tablet does. 72.8% of tablets offer this.

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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

7.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
01/10/2022
Hands-on test · Budget big-screen tablet
Verdict
The Honor Pad 8 is a fine budget tablet for streaming and light office work, but slow performance and clumsy software make it a poor choice for heavier use.
9.0
trustedreviews.com
✓ explicit
02/09/2022
Hands-on review · Everyday use
Verdict
The Honor Pad 8 is a capable all-rounder for the money, with a large, colorful screen and smooth everyday performance, but skip it if you need a headphone jack.
8.0
expertreviews.co.uk
✓ explicit
22/09/2022
Hands-on review · iPad alternative
Verdict
The Honor Pad 8 is a cheaper alternative to the basic iPad with long battery life, but Android software and a modest chip hold it back.
8.0
stuff.tv
✓ explicit
02/09/2022
Hands-on review · Big-screen budget tablet
Verdict
The Honor Pad 8 is a slim tablet with a big screen and long battery life, but a sluggish home page and basic cameras hold it back.
7.0
esquireme.com
≈ estimated
07/11/2022
Review · Budget Android tablet
Verdict
The Honor Pad 8 is a decent Android tablet for everyday tasks and media, with its low price being its main draw.
9.6
whatgadget.net
✓ explicit
18/09/2022
Review · Affordable 12-inch tablet
Verdict
The Honor Pad 8 is an affordable, well-built 12-inch tablet that's good for films and games, but its LCD screen and missing headphone jack hold it back.
7.0
moviesgamesandtech.com
≈ estimated
25/09/2022
Review · Affordable all-rounder tablet
Verdict
The Honor Pad 8 is a thin, affordable tablet for students with strong speakers, but it feels underpowered and its screen is not top quality.
8.0
zdnet.com
✓ explicit
01/11/2022
Hands-on review · Budget Android tablet
Verdict
The Honor Pad 8 is a big, sharp tablet with loud speakers and long battery life, but slow charging and no microSD slot are its main limits.
8.0
androidcentral.com
≈ estimated
21/03/2026
Hands-on review · Budget media tablet
Verdict
The Honor Pad 8 is a big-screen budget tablet for streaming, with strong speakers, but its 60Hz screen and mid-range chip hold it back.
9.0
xda-developers.com
≈ estimated
17/09/2022
Hands-on review · Media tablet
Verdict
The Honor Pad 8 is a cheap media tablet with a large, crisp screen and loud, clean speakers, but it is not built for productivity.
8.0
androidheadlines.com
✓ explicit
12/10/2022
Hands-on review · Work and play tablet
Verdict
The Honor Pad 8 is a fast-feeling mid-range tablet with good speakers, display and battery, though its camera and face unlock let it down.
8.0
heise.de
✓ explicit
24/01/2023
Lab test · Budget 12-inch tablet
Verdict
The Honor Pad 8 is a light, thin 12-inch tablet with good looks, but its processor is only average and its battery is small for the large screen.
6.0
computerbase.de
≈ estimated
25/10/2022
Hands-on test · 12-inch tablet
Verdict
The Honor Pad 8 is a light, sturdy 12-inch tablet with a dim screen and modest cameras, and it offers little that stands out.
7.0
frandroid.com
✓ explicit
24/01/2023
Lab test · Entry-level tablet
Verdict
The Honor Pad 8 is a decent tablet for films and streaming, with strong speakers, but its June 2022 security patch and limited split-screen multitasking hold it back.
7.0
journaldugeek.com
✓ explicit
10/10/2022
Hands-on test · Large-screen tablet
Verdict
The Honor Pad 8 is a capable 12-inch tablet for media and a first purchase, but it looks much like its rivals and has no dedicated keyboard or stylus.
9.0
ghrenassia.com
≈ estimated
18/05/2023
Personal review · Reading and video
Verdict
The Honor Pad 8 is a light, big-screen tablet for reading manga and watching series, though its camera is forgettable.
7.0
global.techradar.com
✓ explicit
03/10/2022
Hands-on test · Budget tablet
Verdict
The Honor Pad 8 is a big, long-lasting tablet for video and office work, but game lag and a clumsy Magic UI hold it back.
8.2
notebookcheck.biz
✓ explicit
19/11/2022
Lab test · Budget 12-inch tablet
Verdict
The Honor Pad 8 is a bargain 12-inch tablet for media, with strong speakers and good Wi-Fi, but it is not IP-certified and has no mobile data.
8.0
rotek.fr
≈ estimated
06/07/2023
Hands-on test · Entry-level tablet
Verdict
The Honor Pad 8 is a good choice on a tight budget, with strong audio and long battery life, though it does not stand out from rivals.
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23/03/2023
Lab test · Multimedia tablet
Verdict
The Honor Pad 8 is a pleasant everyday tablet for home media, with very good sound, but its dim screen and modest performance limit it.

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What customers like about Honor Tablet 8 (8GB + 256GB)

  • Large 12-inch 2K display with an 87% screen-to-body ratio, ideal for streaming and reading.
  • Exceptional eight-speaker sound system with DTS:X Ultra, noted for being loud, clear, and punchy.
  • Premium-feeling metal unibody design that is slim (6.9mm) and lightweight for its size.
  • Strong battery life, with users reporting up to 13-14 hours of video playback and excellent standby performance.
  • Straightforward and fast initial setup process.
  • Great value for money, often cited as a more affordable alternative to entry-level iPads.

What customers don't like about Honor Tablet 8 (8GB + 256GB)

  • Weak processor performance (Snapdragon 680) that struggles with intensive gaming and heavy multitasking.
  • Poor camera quality on both the front and rear, resulting in grainy and blurry images.
  • Lack of essential ports and hardware, specifically no 3.5mm headphone jack and no microSD card slot for storage expansion.
  • Software experience can feel like a 'stretched' smartphone UI, with some users reporting chuggy homescreen animations.
  • No fingerprint sensor; relies on less secure facial recognition or passcodes.
  • Charging speed (22.5W) is relatively slow for a battery of this size, often requiring several hours for a full charge.

Verdict

The Honor Pad 8 (8GB + 256GB) is a large-format entertainment tablet featuring a 12-inch 2K (2000 x 1200) Eye-Care FullView display with an 87% screen-to-body ratio and 1.07 billion colours. Powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 octa-core processor and 8GB of RAM, it provides smooth multitasking on its Magic UI 6.1 (Android 12) interface, supported by a substantial 256GB of internal storage. Its standout feature is a premium eight-speaker sound system with DTS:X Ultra and Honor Histen audio tuning, all housed in a slim 6.9mm metal unibody weighing 520g. The device is equipped with a 7,250mAh battery supporting 22.5W fast charging and dual 5MP cameras for basic photography and video calls. Main pros include its immersive large display, exceptional audio quality for its price point, and a lightweight, premium build. However, notable cons include its entry-level processor performance which struggles with intensive gaming, a standard 60Hz refresh rate, the absence of a 3.5mm headphone jack, and no support for microSD storage expansion.

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