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HP Slate 8 Pro 3G (2GB + 32GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£620RAM capacity:2 GBInternal storage:32 GBScreen size:8 inchesChipset:Nvidia Tegra 4

HP Slate 8 Pro 3G (2GB + 32GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 9 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

6.9/10

Overall score

Score
6.9/ 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%

5.7

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

8.0

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 52% of tablets
7.0

Value for money

Value for money
7.0/ 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 83% of models
Score components

70%

6.9

Overall score

30%

7.2

Price

â–¼Worse than 83%
5.7

Technical score

Technical score
5.7/ 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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â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
Score components

22%

5.5

Performance

20%

5.5

Display

16%

6.3

Camera

14%

4.7

Battery

12%

6.2

Connectivity

8%

6.5

Software

5%

6.6

Design

3%

5.5

Audio

â–¼Worse than 62%
8.0

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.0/ 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–² Better than 60% of models

80%

8.1

Average grade

20%

7.6

Popularity

Grades by review (9)
8 reviews: 2 with a printed score, 6 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.
â–²Better than 60%
?

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~ £620
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.
Other versions:
2GB + 32GB1GB + 16GB2GB + 16GB

What reviewers say about the HP Slate 8 Pro 3G (2GB + 32GB)

Based on 8 · 3

Reviewers praise the excellent screen and smooth performance, but many find it bulky and dislike the wide screen frame.
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Technical Specifications of tablet HP Slate 8 Pro 3G (2GB + 32GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.7/ 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%

5.5

Performance

20%

5.5

Display

16%

6.3

Camera

14%

4.7

Battery

12%

6.2

Connectivity

8%

6.5

Software

5%

6.6

Design

3%

5.5

Audio

5.7
Reviews score
8.0
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.0/ 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 83% of models
Score components:

70%

6.9

Overall score

30%

7.2

Price

7.0
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
32 GB
Market range: <16 GB – >256 GB
This tablet has 32 GB of internal storage, which is less than 60.9% of tablets and equal to 17.9% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
?
Chipset
Nvidia Tegra 4
This tablet runs on Nvidia Tegra 4, which is less advanced than 64% of tablets and equal to 0.8% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Screen resolution
1600×1200
This tablet has a 1600×1200 screen, which is less sharp than 63.8% of tablets and equal to 0.3% 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
250 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 250 ppi, which is higher than 69.3% of tablets and equal to 0.3% of tablets.
Display glass type
Corning Gorilla Glass 3
This tablet protects its screen with Corning Gorilla Glass 3, which is more durable than 80.2% of tablets and the same as 11.2% 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
?
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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What reviewers say
Battery capacity
5,650 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 5,650 mAh battery capacity, which is smaller than 60.4% 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
11.5 hours
Market range: <7 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 11.5 hours, which is longer than that of 64.7% of tablets and equal to that of 0.8% 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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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
short
This tablet offers short update support, which is shorter than the support period of 52.4% of tablets and equal to that of 47.6% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
yes
This tablet supports direct OS updates. 20.3% of tablets offer this.
On-device AI
no
This tablet does not support on-device AI. 28.3% of tablets support this capability.
App tracking protection
no
This tablet does not support app tracking protection. 28.4% of tablets offer this.
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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
451 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 451 g, which is lighter than 66% of tablets and equal to 0.1% 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
?
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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What reviewers say

HP Slate 8 Pro 3G (2GB + 32GB) 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.
  • Stylus included
    This tablet includes a stylus, while the average tablet does not. 17.2% of tablets offer this.
  • 1.5 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (11.5 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    video playback
    11.5 hours vs 10 hours
  • 68 more GPU execution units
    This tablet has more GPU execution units than the average tablet (72 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    72 vs 4
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Nvidia Tegra 4 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Nvidia Tegra 4 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • Supports cellular data
    This tablet supports cellular data, while the average tablet does not. 47.4% of tablets offer this.
  • 14.3% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.0/ 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–² Better than 60% of models

    80%

    8.1

    Average grade

    20%

    7.6

    Popularity

    Grades by review (9)
    8 reviews: 2 with a printed score, 6 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.
    8.0 vs 7.0
  • 13.1% sharper screen detail
    This tablet has sharper screen detail than the average tablet (250 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    250 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • 14.3% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.0/ 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–² Better than 60% of models

    80%

    8.1

    Average grade

    20%

    7.6

    Popularity

    Grades by review (9)
    8 reviews: 2 with a printed score, 6 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.
    8.0 vs 7.0
  • 68 more GPU execution units
    This tablet has more GPU execution units than the average tablet (72 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    72 vs 4
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Nvidia Tegra 4 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Nvidia Tegra 4 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 13.1% sharper screen detail
    This tablet has sharper screen detail than the average tablet (250 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    250 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • More durable glass
    This tablet has more durable glass than the average tablet (Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs Corning Gorilla Glass). The average tablet uses Corning Gorilla Glass.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • Built-in camera flash
    This tablet has a camera flash, while the average tablet does not. 45.5% of tablets have one.
  • 1.5 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (11.5 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    video playback
    11.5 hours vs 10 hours
  • 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.
  • Stylus included
    This tablet includes a stylus, while the average tablet does not. 17.2% of tablets offer this.
  • 8% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (451 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    451 g vs 490 g
  • 33.8 mm narrower
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (141.5 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    141.5 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • 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 continuous video AF
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • 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)
  • 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
  • 2.38x more expensive
    HP Slate 8 Pro 3G (2GB + 32GB) is more expensive than the average tablet (£620 vs £260).
    £620 vs £260
  • 7.4% worse value for money
    HP Slate 8 Pro 3G (2GB + 32GB) has worse value for money than the average tablet (7.03 vs 7.6).
    7.03 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
  • 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.
  • 50% less internal storage
    This tablet has less internal storage than the average tablet (32 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    32 GB vs 64 GB
  • 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
  • 6 years older
    This tablet was released earlier than the average tablet (2013 vs 2019). The average tablet was released in 2019.
    December 2013
    2013 vs 2019
  • 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
  • 2.1 inches smaller screen
    This tablet has a smaller screen than the average tablet (8 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    8 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 36 nits dimmer screen
    This tablet is dimmer than the average tablet (365 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    365 nits vs 401 nits
  • Less vivid contrast
    This tablet has less contrast than the average tablet (986:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    986:1 vs 1,015:1
  • Less sharp display
    This tablet has a less sharp screen than the average tablet (1600×1200 vs 1920×1200).
    1,600×1,200 vs 1,920×1,200
  • 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 timelapse video
    This tablet does not support timelapse video, while the average tablet does. 57.5% of tablets support timelapse video.
  • 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
  • 14.4% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a smaller battery capacity than the average tablet (5,650 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    5,650 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • No USB-C port
    This tablet does not have a USB Type-C port, while the average tablet does. 54% of tablets have one.
  • Older Wi-Fi standard
    This tablet has an older Wi-Fi standard than the average tablet (Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)).
    Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
  • 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 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 dark mode
    This tablet does not support dark mode, while the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets offer this.
  • 1.9 mm thicker
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (9.9 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    9.9 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

5.0
androidpolice.com
≈ estimated
14/02/2014
Long-term review · 4:3 tablet
Verdict
The HP Slate 8 Pro is the best-looking HP tablet, with a sharp 4:3 screen, but its bulky body, 1GB of RAM and weak Wi-Fi hold it back.
9.0
mobiflip.de
≈ estimated
20/11/2013
Hands-on review · 4:3 tablet
Verdict
The HP Slate 8 Pro is a smooth 4:3 tablet that suits landscape reading, but its 452g weight and lack of mobile data hold it back.
7.8
android-mt.ouest-france.fr
✓ explicit
18/03/2014
Full review · Powerful 8-inch tablet
Verdict
The HP Slate 8 Pro is fast with a sharp screen, but its 451g weight and thick, plain body make it tiring to hold for long.
9.0
lesandroides.net
≈ estimated
17/01/2014
Lab test · High-resolution 8-inch
Verdict
The HP Slate 8 Pro is a powerful, sharp-screened tablet that suits family use, but its 5h40 battery in heavy use and 451g weight are its main limits.
8.0
tuexperto.com
≈ estimated
04/06/2014
Hands-on review · Media tablet
Verdict
The HP Slate 8 Pro is a bright, detailed tablet with loud Beats speakers, suited to home video and travel, but heavy and thick to hold.
9.0
zonamovilidad.es
≈ estimated
22/10/2014
Review · Entertainment tablet
Verdict
The HP Slate 8 Pro is a sturdy, long-lasting tablet for films and travel, but its price is steep and it is big for basic users.
8.0
wired.it
✓ explicit
16/01/2014
Review · 4:3 alternative to iPad
Verdict
The HP Slate 8 Pro is probably the best Android pick for a 4:3 screen instead of an iPad mini, though its frame makes it bulky.
9.0
it.ign.com
≈ estimated
07/06/2014
Hands-on test · Gaming tablet
Verdict
The HP Slate 8 Pro is one of the best Android tablets for reading and gaming, with a bright screen and Tegra Zone games, though its wide bezel looks dated.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about HP Slate 8 Pro 3G (2GB + 32GB)

  • High-resolution 2048x1536 display with excellent pixel density and sharpness
  • Premium, slim metallic design that is professional and easy to hold
  • Front-facing stereo speakers that deliver loud, clear audio for media and calls
  • Near-stock Android experience (Lollipop) that is clean and free of bloatware
  • Robust enterprise security features including hardware-accelerated encryption and ARM TrustZone
  • Support for expandable storage via a microSD card slot

What customers don't like about HP Slate 8 Pro 3G (2GB + 32GB)

  • HP Duet Pen technology is often reported as error-prone and inconsistent for digitizing notes
  • Battery life is described as underwhelming compared to rivals like the iPad Mini or Dell Venue
  • Camera quality is disappointing, particularly in low light or wide-angle shots
  • The 4:3 aspect ratio results in significant letter-boxing when watching widescreen videos
  • The plastic rear casing has some flex and is prone to collecting fingerprints
  • Higher price point than many consumer-focused tablet alternatives

Verdict

The HP Slate 8 Pro (3G edition) is a performance-oriented 8-inch tablet featuring a high-resolution 1600 x 1200 IPS display and 3G cellular connectivity for mobile data access. It is powered by a quad-core 1.8GHz NVIDIA Tegra 4 processor paired with 2GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage, expandable via a microSD slot. Key characteristics include an 8-megapixel rear camera, a 2-megapixel front camera, and integrated Beats Audio for enhanced sound quality. Its main pros are the sharp, bright display, solid build quality, and inclusion of a micro-HDMI port for external connectivity. However, notable cons include its relatively heavy 1-pound weight compared to competitors, an older Android 4.2 operating system, and the 4:3 aspect ratio which results in significant letterboxing during widescreen video playback.

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Graphic comparison of HP Slate 8 Pro 3G (2GB + 32GB) and other tablets

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