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Lenovo ThinkPad 8 3G (2GB + 64GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£400RAM capacity:2 GBInternal storage:64 GBScreen size:8.3 inchesChipset:Intel Atom Z3770

Lenovo ThinkPad 8 3G (2GB + 64GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 17 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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â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
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%

7.9

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 54% of tablets
7.3

Value for money

Value for money
7.3/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
Score components

70%

6.9

Overall score

30%

8.4

Price

â–¼Worse than 67%
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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
Score components

22%

5.3

Performance

20%

5.5

Display

16%

6.3

Camera

14%

3.8

Battery

12%

6.6

Connectivity

8%

7.6

Software

5%

6.2

Design

3%

5.7

Audio

â–¼Worse than 65%
7.9

Reviews score

Reviews score
7.9/ 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 52% of models

80%

7.8

Average grade

20%

8.2

Popularity

Grades by review (17)
14 reviews: 8 with a printed score, 6 estimated from the review. 3 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 52%
?

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~ £400
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 Lenovo ThinkPad 8 3G (2GB + 64GB)

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Reviewers praise the sharp screen and smooth software, but battery life disappoints and the accessories feel lacking.
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Technical Specifications of tablet Lenovo ThinkPad 8 3G (2GB + 64GB)

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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
Score components:

22%

5.3

Performance

20%

5.5

Display

16%

6.3

Camera

14%

3.8

Battery

12%

6.6

Connectivity

8%

7.6

Software

5%

6.2

Design

3%

5.7

Audio

5.7
Reviews score
7.9
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.3/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
Score components:

70%

6.9

Overall score

30%

8.4

Price

7.3
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
22 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 22 nm process, which is larger than 57.9% of tablets and equal to 7.2% of tablets.
Internal storage
64 GB
Market range: <16 GB – >256 GB
This tablet has 64 GB of internal storage, which is more than 39.1% of tablets and equal to 17% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
?
Chipset
Intel Atom Z3770
This tablet runs on Intel Atom Z3770, which is less advanced than 77.2% of tablets and equal to 0.3% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Screen resolution
1920×1200
This tablet has a 1920×1200 screen, which is sharper than 39.1% of tablets and equal to 18.8% 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
273 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 273 ppi, which is higher than 79.4% of tablets and equal to 0.9% of tablets.
Display glass type
AGC Dragontrail Glass
This tablet protects its screen with AGC Dragontrail Glass, which is less durable than 54.6% of tablets and the same as 2.8% 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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What reviewers say
Battery capacity
5,400 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 5,400 mAh battery capacity, which is smaller than 61.5% of tablets and equal to 0.2% 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
8 hours
Market range: <7 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 8 hours, which is shorter than that of 72.2% of tablets and equal to that of 11.9% of tablets.
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
no
This tablet does not include NFC. 10.8% of tablets offer this.
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Operating system
Windows
This tablet uses the Windows operating system, which is less advanced than the one used by 84.2%.
Update support duration
medium
This tablet offers medium update support, which is longer than the support period of 47.6% of tablets and equal to that of 32.4% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
yes
This tablet supports direct OS updates. 20.3% of tablets offer this.
On-device AI
no
This tablet does not support on-device AI. 28.3% of tablets support this capability.
App tracking protection
no
This tablet does not support app tracking protection. 28.4% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
IP rating
not rated
This tablet's IP rating is not rated, which is less protected than 16.5% of tablets and the same as 83.6% of tablets.
Weight
430 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 430 g, which is lighter than 71.1% of tablets and equal to 0.5% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.7% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
yes
This tablet supports a keyboard accessory. 15.8% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
N/A
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What reviewers say
Number of microphones
2
Market range: <1 – >3
This tablet has a microphone array of 2, which is more than 55.1% of tablets and equal to 32.7% of tablets.
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this.
Dolby Atmos support
no
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.3% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
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

Lenovo ThinkPad 8 3G (2GB + 64GB) vs the average tablet

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  • Supports LTE
    This tablet supports LTE, while the average tablet does not. 42.9% of tablets support LTE.
  • 23.5% sharper screen detail
    This tablet has sharper screen detail than the average tablet (273 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    273 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • Monitors battery health
    This tablet monitors battery health, while the average tablet does not. 36.7% of tablets monitor battery health.
  • 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
  • Faster USB ports
    This tablet has faster USB ports than the average tablet (USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2).
    USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2.0
  • Supports cellular data
    This tablet supports cellular data, while the average tablet does not. 47.4% of tablets offer this.
  • 1 more microphones
    This tablet has more microphones than the average tablet (2 vs 1). The average tablet's microphone count is 1.
    2 vs 1
  • 12.9% higher review score
    Reviews score
    7.9/ 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 52% of models

    80%

    7.8

    Average grade

    20%

    8.2

    Popularity

    Grades by review (17)
    14 reviews: 8 with a printed score, 6 estimated from the review. 3 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.
    7.9 vs 7.0
  • 12.9% higher review score
    Reviews score
    7.9/ 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 52% of models

    80%

    7.8

    Average grade

    20%

    8.2

    Popularity

    Grades by review (17)
    14 reviews: 8 with a printed score, 6 estimated from the review. 3 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.
    7.9 vs 7.0
  • 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
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Intel Atom Z3770 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Intel Atom Z3770 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 23.5% sharper screen detail
    This tablet has sharper screen detail than the average tablet (273 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    273 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • 220 Hz higher PWM dimming frequency
    This tablet has a higher PWM dimming frequency than the average tablet (220 Hz vs 0 Hz). The average tablet has PWM dimming frequency of 0 Hz.
    220 Hz vs 0 Hz
  • Built-in camera flash
    This tablet has a camera flash, while the average tablet does not. 45.5% of tablets have one.
  • Monitors battery health
    This tablet monitors battery health, while the average tablet does not. 36.7% of tablets monitor battery health.
  • Supports LTE
    This tablet supports LTE, while the average tablet does not. 42.9% of tablets support LTE.
  • Faster USB ports
    This tablet has faster USB ports than the average tablet (USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2).
    USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2.0
  • 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.
    micro-HDMI port
  • 12.2% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (430 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    430 g vs 490 g
  • 43.3 mm narrower
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (132 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    132 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • 1 more microphones
    This tablet has more microphones than the average tablet (2 vs 1). The average tablet's microphone count is 1.
    2 vs 1
  • 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
  • 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
  • Less advanced operating system
    This tablet runs on a less advanced operating system than the average tablet (Windows vs Android). Operating system choice shapes app support, updates, and ecosystem features.
    Windows vs Android
  • 2 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (8 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    8 hours vs 10 hours
  • 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
  • 53.9% more expensive
    Lenovo ThinkPad 8 3G (2GB + 64GB) is more expensive than the average tablet (£400 vs £260).
    £400 vs £260
  • 2.9% worse value for money
    Lenovo ThinkPad 8 3G (2GB + 64GB) has worse value for money than the average tablet (7.34 vs 7.6).
    7.34 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
  • 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.
  • 52.2% slower GPU clock
    This tablet runs its GPU slower than the average tablet (311 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet runs its GPU at 650 MHz.
    311 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • 799 MHz slower RAM speed
    This tablet has a lower RAM speed than the average tablet (1,067 MHz vs 1,866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1,866 MHz.
    1,067 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • 57.1% larger process node
    This tablet has a larger process node than the average tablet (22 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet is built on 14 nm.
    22 nm vs 14 nm
  • More basic graphics
    This tablet has less advanced graphics than the average tablet (Intel HD Graphics vs Mali-G51).
    Intel HD Graphics vs Mali-G51
  • 5 years older
    This tablet was released earlier than the average tablet (2014 vs 2019). The average tablet was released in 2019.
    January 2014
    2014 vs 2019
  • 1.8 inches smaller screen
    This tablet has a smaller screen than the average tablet (8.3 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    8.3 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 31 nits dimmer screen
    This tablet is dimmer than the average tablet (370 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    370 nits vs 401 nits
  • Less durable glass
    This tablet has less durable glass than the average tablet (AGC Dragontrail Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass). The average tablet uses Corning Gorilla Glass.
    AGC Dragontrail Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • Less vivid contrast
    This tablet has less contrast than the average tablet (1000:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    1,000:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 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 manual white balance
    This tablet does not support manual white balance, while the average tablet does. 51.5% of tablets support manual white balance.
  • No 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.
  • 2 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (8 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    8 hours vs 10 hours
  • 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
  • 18.2% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a smaller battery capacity than the average tablet (5,400 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    5,400 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
  • Less advanced operating system
    This tablet runs on a less advanced operating system than the average tablet (Windows vs Android). Operating system choice shapes app support, updates, and ecosystem features.
    Windows vs Android
  • 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.
  • 0.8 mm thicker
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (8.8 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    8.8 mm vs 8 mm

Video reviews

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

9.0
Damir Franc
≈ estimated
18/03/2014
Long-form review · daily use, ports, screen and software
Verdict
The Lenovo ThinkPad 8 3G is the best 8-inch Windows tablet available, though its speaker, typing and app range disappoint.
7.0
MobileTechReview
≈ estimated
03/03/2014
Hands-on review · battery, camera and Windows software
Verdict
The Lenovo ThinkPad 8 3G suits Windows power users and business needs, but it costs more than similar tablets.
8.0
PhoneArena
≈ estimated
23/04/2014
Hands-on review · performance, camera and battery tests
Verdict
The Lenovo ThinkPad 8 3G is a pretty good package for its price, with the tools needed for productivity.
9.0
Windows Central
≈ estimated
07/01/2014
First look · cover, design and camera mode
Verdict
The Lenovo ThinkPad 8 3G is surprisingly good for a Lenovo, with a clever magnetic cover and a vivid screen.
Overview video
Hands-on video, no verdict

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
pcmag.com
✓ explicit
24/03/2014
Expert review · Business Windows tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo ThinkPad 8 is a portable, business-ready Windows tablet with nearly eight hours of battery, but it works best as a companion to a main PC.
8.0
cnet.com
✓ explicit
28/02/2014
Hands-on review · Pocket Windows tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo ThinkPad 8 is the best 8-inch Windows tablet, with a sharp display and full Windows 8.1, but it suits watching video more than creating documents.
8.0
hothardware.com
✓ explicit
16/04/2014
Review · Business Windows tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo ThinkPad 8 is a slim tablet running full Windows 8.1, suited to business users who need desktop programs on the go.
8.0
slashgear.com
≈ estimated
20/04/2014
Hands-on review · Portable Windows tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo ThinkPad 8 is a solid, portable Windows tablet with a sharp 1920x1200 screen, though its small screen makes it a poor choice for report writing.
8.0
pcworld.com
✓ explicit
18/04/2014
Hands-on test · Windows 8 tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo ThinkPad 8 beats most 8-inch Windows rivals on speed and screen sharpness, but short battery life and no pen support hold it back.
6.0
time.com
≈ estimated
07/04/2014
Month-long test · Windows 8 tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo ThinkPad 8 is currently the only 8-inch Windows tablet with a 1920x1200 screen, but frequent software glitches and a small screen limit it for long work.
9.0
fedtechmagazine.com
≈ estimated
21/04/2014
Review · Secure business tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo ThinkPad 8 is a small Windows tablet that runs Office smoothly and suits mobile workers who need strong security.
8.0
expertreviews.co.uk
≈ estimated
08/01/2014
First look · Full Windows tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo ThinkPad 8 runs full Windows 8 with no app limits and a sharp Full HD screen, suiting buyers who want a laptop stand-in.
8.0
cnet.com
✓ explicit
28/02/2014
Hands-on review · Full Windows tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo ThinkPad 8 is the best 8-inch Windows 8 tablet, with a sharp screen and full Windows, but it feels better for watching than for work.
8.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
05/06/2014
Review verdict · Powerful Windows tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo ThinkPad 8 is the most powerful 8-inch Windows tablet, with a sharp screen and metal build, but its battery drains fastest and a buggy camera can crash it.
8.0
musicphotolife.com
✓ explicit
23/07/2014
Hands-on review · Small Windows tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo ThinkPad 8 suits reading and light use as a full Windows tablet, but its slow chip struggles with photo editing.
7.0
techgoondu.com
≈ estimated
26/07/2014
Hands-on look · Business Windows tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo ThinkPad 8 is a sharp, solid-feeling Windows 8 business tablet with a screen and touch accuracy that impress, though it is not cheap.
8.0
notebookcheck.com
✓ explicit
19/03/2014
Lab test · Windows 8 tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo ThinkPad 8 is a silent, snappy Windows tablet with a wide-angle IPS screen, but its raw processor speed trails similar rivals.
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18/07/2014
Lab test · Business Windows tablet
Verdict
The Lenovo ThinkPad 8 is best for its sharp Full HD screen and solid build, though short battery life and a dim outdoor display hold it back.

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What customers like about Lenovo ThinkPad 8 3G (2GB + 64GB)

  • Premium build quality with a sturdy, slim, and lightweight aluminum design
  • Excellent 8.3-inch Full HD (1920x1200) IPS display with great viewing angles
  • Smooth performance for everyday productivity and office tasks using the Intel Atom Z3770 processor
  • Full Windows 8.1 experience allowing for desktop application compatibility
  • Innovative optional QuickShot cover that automatically launches the camera app
  • Good port selection for its size, including micro-USB 3.0 and micro-HDMI

What customers don't like about Lenovo ThinkPad 8 3G (2GB + 64GB)

  • Battery life is often reported as shorter than competitors, typically lasting 5 to 8 hours depending on usage
  • Does not include a stylus or physical keyboard as standard, limiting productivity out of the box
  • High-resolution screen can make legacy Windows desktop buttons difficult to tap accurately
  • Rear camera performance is average, with notable noise in low-light conditions
  • Higher price point compared to other 8-inch Windows tablets on the market
  • Limited for serious gaming or heavy graphics work like Photoshop

Verdict

The Lenovo ThinkPad 8 3G is a compact, business-oriented Windows 8.1 tablet featuring an 8.3-inch IPS display with a sharp 1920 x 1200 resolution and a 16:10 aspect ratio. It is powered by a quad-core Intel Atom Z3770 processor (up to 2.39GHz), equipped with 2GB of LPDDR3 RAM and 64GB of eMMC internal storage, and includes 3G connectivity for mobile data. Key advantages include its premium aluminium build, high-pixel-density screen, and a versatile selection of ports such as Micro-USB 3.0 and Micro-HDMI. However, its primary drawbacks are a relatively short battery life of approximately 6 to 7 hours and the lack of a built-in stylus or dedicated physical keyboard, which can make fine desktop-mode interactions challenging.

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