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HP Pro Slate 8 3G (2GB + 16GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£530RAM capacity:2 GBInternal storage:16 GBScreen size:7.9 inchesChipset:Qualcomm Snapdragon 800

HP Pro Slate 8 3G (2GB + 16GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 10 expert reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
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Score components

35%

6.0

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

6.0

Reviews score

10%

?

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

â–¼Worse than 68% of tablets
6.9

Value for money

Value for money
6.9/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
Score components

70%

6.5

Overall score

30%

7.7

Price

â–¼Worse than 87%
6.0

Technical score

Technical score
6.0/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
Score components

22%

5.5

Performance

20%

6.3

Display

16%

6.3

Camera

14%

5.0

Battery

12%

6.8

Connectivity

8%

5.4

Software

5%

8.3

Design

3%

5.7

Audio

â–¼Worse than 53%
6.0

Reviews score

Reviews score
6.0/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 67% of models

6.0

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

80%

7.8

Average grade

20%

7.7

Popularity

Grades by review (10)
10 reviews: 9 with a printed score, 1 estimated from the review. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 67%
?

List score

List score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
Not in any best-of list yet
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £530
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.

What reviewers say about the HP Pro Slate 8 3G (2GB + 16GB)

Based on 10

Reviewers like the software, screen and battery life, but the paper-to-screen notes feature divides opinion, with more critics than fans.
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Technical Specifications of tablet HP Pro Slate 8 3G (2GB + 16GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.0/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
Score components:

22%

5.5

Performance

20%

6.3

Display

16%

6.3

Camera

14%

5.0

Battery

12%

6.8

Connectivity

8%

5.4

Software

5%

8.3

Design

3%

5.7

Audio

6.0
Reviews score
6.0
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
6.9/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
Score components:

70%

6.5

Overall score

30%

7.7

Price

6.9
RAM capacity
2 GB
Market range: <1 GB – >8 GB
This tablet has 2 GB of RAM, which is less than 61.3% of tablets and equal to 15.5% of tablets.
Process node
28 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 28 nm process, which is larger than 65.1% of tablets and equal to 17.6% 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
Qualcomm Snapdragon 800
This tablet runs on Qualcomm Snapdragon 800, which is more advanced than 64.1% of tablets and equal to 1.3% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Screen resolution
2048×1536
This tablet has a 2048×1536 screen, which is sharper than 68.5% of tablets and equal to 3.8% of tablets.
Refresh rate
?
Display type
IPS LCD
This tablet uses a IPS LCD display type. 17% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
326 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 326 ppi, which is higher than 94.9% of tablets and equal to 2.1% of tablets.
Display glass type
Corning Gorilla Glass 4
This tablet protects its screen with Corning Gorilla Glass 4, which is more durable than 91.4% of tablets and the same as 2.4% 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
8 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a rear camera with 8 MP resolution, which is higher than 36.4% of tablets and equal to 31.9% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
2 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 2 MP resolution, which is lower than 53.8% of tablets and equal to 25.5% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
f/2.2
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
5,900 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 5,900 mAh battery capacity, which is smaller than 59% of tablets and equal to 0.4% 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
12 hours
Market range: <7 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 12 hours, which is longer than that of 65.7% of tablets and equal to that of 9.3% of tablets.
video playback
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
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
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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Operating system
Android
This tablet uses the Android operating system, which is more advanced than the one used by 23.2%.
Update support duration
short
This tablet offers short update support, which is shorter than the support period of 52.4% of tablets and equal to that of 47.6% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
no
This tablet does not support direct OS updates. 79.8% of tablets offer this.
On-device AI
no
This tablet does not support on-device AI. 28.3% of tablets support this capability.
App tracking protection
no
This tablet does not support app tracking protection. 28.4% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
IP rating
not rated
This tablet's IP rating is not rated, which is less protected than 16.5% of tablets and the same as 83.6% of tablets.
Weight
350 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 350 g, which is lighter than 80.6% of tablets and equal to 1.3% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.7% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
yes
This tablet supports a keyboard accessory. 15.8% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
?
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Number of microphones
?
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this.
Dolby Atmos support
no
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.3% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
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.
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HP Pro Slate 8 3G (2GB + 16GB) vs the average tablet

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  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 47.5% sharper screen detail
    This tablet has sharper screen detail than the average tablet (326 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    326 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • More advanced graphics
    This tablet has more advanced graphics than the average tablet (Adreno 330 vs Mali-G51).
    Adreno 330 vs Mali-G51
  • Supports LTE
    This tablet supports LTE, while the average tablet does not. 42.9% of tablets support LTE.
  • Includes NFC
    This tablet includes NFC, while the average tablet does not. 10.8% of tablets include NFC.
  • 2 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (12 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    video playback
    12 hours vs 10 hours
  • Stylus included
    This tablet includes a stylus, while the average tablet does not. 17.2% of tablets offer this.
  • 28.6% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (350 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    350 g vs 490 g
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • More advanced graphics
    This tablet has more advanced graphics than the average tablet (Adreno 330 vs Mali-G51).
    Adreno 330 vs Mali-G51
  • 15% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (2.3 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    2.3 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 47.5% sharper screen detail
    This tablet has sharper screen detail than the average tablet (326 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    326 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • Sharper display
    This tablet has a sharper screen than the average tablet (2048×1536 vs 1920×1200).
    2,048×1,536 vs 1,920×1,200
  • More durable glass
    This tablet has more durable glass than the average tablet (Corning Gorilla Glass 4 vs Corning Gorilla Glass). The average tablet uses Corning Gorilla Glass.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 4 vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • 49 nits brighter screen
    This tablet is brighter than the average tablet (450 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    450 nits vs 401 nits
  • Supports slow-motion video
    This tablet supports slow-motion recording, while the average tablet does not. 37.3% of tablets support slow-motion recording.
  • 2 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (12 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    video playback
    12 hours vs 10 hours
  • Supports LTE
    This tablet supports LTE, while the average tablet does not. 42.9% of tablets support LTE.
  • Includes NFC
    This tablet includes NFC, while the average tablet does not. 10.8% of tablets include NFC.
  • 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.
    via SlimPort adapter
  • Stylus included
    This tablet includes a stylus, while the average tablet does not. 17.2% of tablets offer this.
  • 28.6% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (350 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    350 g vs 490 g
  • Supports drawing
    This tablet is suitable for drawing, while the average tablet is not. 40% of tablets are suitable for drawing.
  • Supports stylus tilt
    This tablet supports stylus tilt, the average tablet does not. 33.5% of tablets support stylus tilt.
  • 38.3 mm narrower
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (137 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    137 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • Supports aptX Low Latency
    This tablet supports aptX Low Latency, the average tablet does not. 2.6% of tablets support aptX Low Latency.
  • 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
  • No fast charging
    This tablet does not support fast charging, while the average tablet does. 56.8% of tablets support fast charging.
  • 3 MP lower front resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution front camera than the average tablet (2 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    2 MP vs 5 MP
  • No direct OS updates
    This tablet does not support direct OS updates, while the average tablet does. 79.7% of tablets offer this.
  • No continuous video AF
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • 2.2 inches smaller screen
    This tablet has a smaller screen than the average tablet (7.9 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    7.9 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 14.3% lower review score
    Reviews score
    6.0/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models

    6.0

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

    80%

    7.8

    Average grade

    20%

    7.7

    Popularity

    Grades by review (10)
    10 reviews: 9 with a printed score, 1 estimated from the review. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    6.0 vs 7.0
  • 2.04x more expensive
    HP Pro Slate 8 3G (2GB + 16GB) is more expensive than the average tablet (£530 vs £260).
    £530 vs £260
  • 9.6% worse value for money
    HP Pro Slate 8 3G (2GB + 16GB) has worse value for money than the average tablet (6.89 vs 7.6).
    6.89 vs 7.55
  • 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
  • 2 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM than the average tablet (2 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    2 GB vs 4 GB
  • 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
  • 2x larger process node
    This tablet has a larger process node than the average tablet (28 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet is built on 14 nm.
    28 nm vs 14 nm
  • 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.
  • 30.8% slower GPU clock
    This tablet runs its GPU slower than the average tablet (450 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet runs its GPU at 650 MHz.
    450 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • 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
  • 14.1% less memory bandwidth
    This tablet has less memory bandwidth than the average tablet (12.8 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has 14.9 GB/s of memory bandwidth.
    12.8 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • 4 years older
    This tablet was released earlier than the average tablet (2015 vs 2019). The average tablet was released in 2019.
    January 2015
    2015 vs 2019
  • 2.2 inches smaller screen
    This tablet has a smaller screen than the average tablet (7.9 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    7.9 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 12 nits lower typical brightness
    This tablet has a lower typical brightness than the average tablet (388 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    388 nits vs 400 nits
  • 3 MP lower front resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution front camera than the average tablet (2 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    2 MP vs 5 MP
  • No continuous video AF
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • No manual exposure control
    This tablet does not support manual exposure, while the average tablet does. 63.6% of tablets support manual exposure.
  • No fast charging
    This tablet does not support fast charging, while the average tablet does. 56.8% of tablets support fast charging.
  • 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
  • 10.6% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a smaller battery capacity than the average tablet (5,900 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    5,900 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • No USB-C port
    This tablet does not have a USB Type-C port, while the average tablet does. 54% of tablets have one.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This tablet has an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (4 vs 5).
    4 vs 5
  • No face recognition
    This tablet does not have face recognition, the average tablet does. 56.4% of tablets support face recognition.
  • Shorter update support
    This tablet offers shorter update support than the average tablet (short vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    short vs medium
  • No direct OS updates
    This tablet does not support direct OS updates, while the average tablet does. 79.7% of tablets offer this.
  • No split-screen
    This tablet does not support split-screen, the average tablet does. 72.8% of tablets support split-screen.
  • No picture-in-picture mode
    This tablet does not support picture-in-picture, the average tablet does. 61.4% of tablets support picture-in-picture.
  • No 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 voice commands
    This tablet does not support voice commands, while the average tablet does. 96.3% 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.

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

8.7
notebookcheck.net
✓ explicit
10/07/2015
Lab test · Business tablet
Verdict
HP Pro Slate 8 has a high-contrast screen and enough power for apps, but glare outdoors and an error-prone paper pen hold it back.
8.0
itpro.com
✓ explicit
11/06/2015
Hands-on test · Business mini tablet
Verdict
HP Pro Slate 8 is a strong small Android tablet for business, but its stylus features are rough and encryption is off by default.
6.0
laptopmag.com
✓ explicit
16/07/2015
Full review · Pen-based Android tablet
Verdict
HP Pro Slate 8 can turn paper notes into digital text with its pen, but cheaper Android rivals such as the Dell Venue 8 7000 outperform it.
8.0
trustedreviews.com
✓ explicit
03/07/2015
Hands-on review · Business tablet
Verdict
HP Pro Slate 8 is a good-looking, well-built business tablet with a sharp screen, but Dell Venue 8 7840 is the better all-round device.
9.0
takeitpersonelly.com
≈ estimated
23/02/2016
Two-week use test · Business tablet
Verdict
HP Pro Slate 8 lasts a full working day and feels sturdy, and its Duet Pen suits meetings and collaboration sessions.
6.0
irishtimes.com
✓ explicit
04/02/2016
Review · Pen-enabled Android tablet
Verdict
HP Pro Slate 8 is a business Android tablet whose Duet Pen is its main draw, so it is hard to justify if you won't use the pen.
8.0
zdnet.com
✓ explicit
01/09/2015
Hands-on review · Enterprise tablet
Verdict
HP Pro Slate 8 is a well-built, smooth enterprise tablet, but its Duet Pen feels clunky and writing on the screen is easier in practice.
8.7
notebookcheck.com
✓ explicit
03/07/2015
Lab test · Pen-enabled tablet
Verdict
HP Pro Slate 8 has a high-contrast screen and solid performance, but its reflective display struggles outdoors and its pen is too error-prone.
7.0
connect.de
✓ explicit
23/06/2015
Lab test · Business tablet
Verdict
HP Pro Slate 8 has a pen that writes on paper and screen and a very long battery life, but it is not cheap and limits memory card use.
7.5
fwd.nl
✓ explicit
17/04/2015
Hands-on review · Pen-enabled tablet
Verdict
HP Pro Slate 8 is a solid, sharp Android tablet whose Duet Pen sets it apart, though its cameras are unremarkable and it is a bit thick next to rivals.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about HP Pro Slate 8 3G (2GB + 16GB)

  • High-resolution 2048 x 1536 display with excellent sharpness and accurate colors.
  • Sleek, professional design with a metallic rim and slim side bezels.
  • Loud, front-facing stereo speakers that provide a clear audio experience for media.
  • Solid battery life, lasting nearly 10 hours of continuous web surfing in some tests.
  • Clean software experience using almost entirely stock Android.
  • Unique Duet Pen functionality allows for digitizing notes written on standard paper.

What customers don't like about HP Pro Slate 8 3G (2GB + 16GB)

  • Duet Pen digitization is often inaccurate and highly sensitive to hand/tablet positioning.
  • High price point compared to consumer rivals like the iPad Mini or Dell Venue 8.
  • The rear casing is made of matte plastic that can feel cheap and shows fingerprints easily.
  • Performance lag can occur in graphically intensive applications due to the older Snapdragon 800/801 processor.
  • Camera quality is inconsistent, often struggling with fine detail and low-light conditions.
  • Lack of haptic feedback for on-screen typing and navigation.

Verdict

The HP Pro Slate 8 is a business-focused Android tablet featuring a high-resolution 7.9-inch IPS display with a 2048 x 1536 pixel density and durable Corning Gorilla Glass 4. It is powered by a 2.3GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 processor paired with 2GB of RAM and 16GB of internal storage, supporting 3G connectivity for mobile productivity. Its main characteristics include a slim 8mm metallic-rimmed design, front-facing stereo speakers with DTS Sound+, an 8MP rear camera, and a unique ultrasound-based Duet Pen that can digitise notes written on regular paper. Key pros are its sharp, bright display that rivals the iPad mini, lightweight 350g build, and nearly stock Android software for a clean user experience. However, common cons include inconsistent performance with modern high-end games, underwhelming battery life during heavy use, and the Duet Pen's occasional lack of precision in mirroring handwritten notes.

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