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Panasonic Toughpad FZ-G1 2018 4G (8GB + 128GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£2,200RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:10.1 inchesChipset:Intel Core i5-7300U

Panasonic Toughpad FZ-G1 2018 4G (8GB + 128GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

7.2/10

Overall score

Score
7.2/ 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%

?

Reviews scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.4, the mark of a weaker model in this category

10%

?

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

â–²Better than 60% of tablets
5.3

Value for money

Value for money
5.3/ 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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â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components

70%

7.2

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

â–¼Worse than 99%
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%

7.5

Performance

20%

6.5

Display

16%

5.8

Camera

14%

7.8

Battery

12%

7.2

Connectivity

8%

8.3

Software

5%

6.0

Design

3%

3.9

Audio

â–²Better than 67%
?

Reviews score

Reviews score
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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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Grades by review (0)
We have not found an independent test of this model yet. Until we do, its review part counts as 7.4.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
No expert tests yet
?

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.
Not in any best-of list yet
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £2,200
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.
Other versions:
8GB + 128GB8GB + 256GB
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Technical Specifications of tablet Panasonic Toughpad FZ-G1 2018 4G (8GB + 128GB)

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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 67% of models
Score components:

22%

7.5

Performance

20%

6.5

Display

16%

5.8

Camera

14%

7.8

Battery

12%

7.2

Connectivity

8%

8.3

Software

5%

6.0

Design

3%

3.9

Audio

6.9
Reviews score
7.4
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
5.3/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components:

70%

7.2

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

5.3
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
14 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 14 nm process, which is smaller than 44.6% of tablets and equal to 8.5% of tablets.
Internal storage
128 GB
Market range: <16 GB – >256 GB
This tablet has 128 GB of internal storage, which is more than 56.2% of tablets and equal to 20% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
?
Chipset
Intel Core i5-7300U
This tablet runs on Intel Core i5-7300U, which is more advanced than 75% of tablets and equal to 0.7% of tablets.
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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
224 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 224 ppi, which is higher than 50.1% of tablets and equal to 11.5% 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
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
1.3 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 1.3 MP resolution, which is lower than 80.9% of tablets and equal to 5.4% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
?
Optical zoom
N/A
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Battery capacity
4,200 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 4,200 mAh battery capacity, which is smaller than 81.7% of tablets and equal to 1.2% of tablets.
Charging speed
65 W
Market range: <10 W – >45 W
This tablet charges at 65 W, which is faster than 91.5% of tablets and equal to 1.7% of tablets.
Battery life
14 hours
Market range: <7 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 14 hours, which is longer than that of 81.5% of tablets and equal to that of 3.5% 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
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
Windows
This tablet uses the Windows operating system, which is less advanced than the one used by 84.2%.
Update support duration
long
This tablet offers long update support, which is longer than the support period of 80% of tablets and equal to that of 20% 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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IP rating
IP65
This tablet's IP rating is IP65, which is more protected than 93.3% of tablets and the same as 1.1% of tablets.
Weight
1,100 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 1,100 g, which is heavier than 98.1% of tablets and equal to 0.4% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
yes
This tablet supports a backlit keyboard. 90.4% 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
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
1
Market range: <2 – >4
This tablet includes 1 speakers, which is fewer than in 90.3% of tablets and equal to the number in 9.6% of tablets.
FM radio
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer this.
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Panasonic Toughpad FZ-G1 2018 4G (8GB + 128GB) vs the average tablet

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  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Intel Core i5-7300U vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Intel Core i5-7300U vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 75% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (3.5 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    3.5 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 4 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (14 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    14 hours vs 10 hours
  • 399 nits brighter screen
    This tablet is brighter than the average tablet (800 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    800 nits vs 401 nits
  • 400 nits higher typical brightness
    This tablet has a higher typical brightness than the average tablet (800 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    800 nits vs 400 nits
  • 3.61x faster charging
    This tablet charges faster than the average tablet (65 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    65 W vs 18 W
  • 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
  • Faster storage type
    This tablet uses SSD storage, while the average tablet uses eMMC. Storage technology still varies widely across tablets.
    SSD vs eMMC
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Intel Core i5-7300U vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Intel Core i5-7300U vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 75% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (3.5 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    3.5 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 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
  • Faster storage type
    This tablet uses SSD storage, while the average tablet uses eMMC. Storage technology still varies widely across tablets.
    SSD vs eMMC
  • 2.29x more memory bandwidth
    This tablet has more memory bandwidth than the average tablet (34.1 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has 14.9 GB/s of memory bandwidth.
    34.1 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • Supports multithreading
    This tablet supports multithreading, while the average tablet does not. 9.9% of tablets support multithreading.
  • 20 more GPU execution units
    This tablet has more GPU execution units than the average tablet (24 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    24 vs 4
  • 2x more internal storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (128 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 64 GB
  • More advanced memory type
    This tablet uses more advanced memory than the average tablet (DDR3L vs LPDDR3).
    DDR3L vs LPDDR3
  • 24.7% higher multi-core score
    This tablet has a higher multi-core score than the average tablet (2,358 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in multi-core tests.
    2,358 points vs 1,891 points
  • 399 nits brighter screen
    This tablet is brighter than the average tablet (800 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    800 nits vs 401 nits
  • 400 nits higher typical brightness
    This tablet has a higher typical brightness than the average tablet (800 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    800 nits vs 400 nits
  • Includes anti-reflection coating
    This tablet has anti-reflection coating, the average tablet does not. 24.6% of tablets use anti-reflection coating.
  • Built-in camera flash
    This tablet has a camera flash, while the average tablet does not. 45.5% of tablets have one.
  • 4 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (14 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    14 hours vs 10 hours
  • 3.61x faster charging
    This tablet charges faster than the average tablet (65 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    65 W vs 18 W
  • 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.
  • Includes NFC
    This tablet includes NFC, while the average tablet does not. 10.8% of tablets include NFC.
  • 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.
  • Longer update support
    This tablet offers longer update support than the average tablet (long vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    long vs medium
  • More dust and water protection
    This tablet offers better dust and water protection than the average tablet (IP65 vs not rated).
    IP65 vs not rated
  • Stylus included
    This tablet includes a stylus, while the average tablet does not. 17.2% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports drawing
    This tablet is suitable for drawing, while the average tablet is not. 40% of tablets are suitable for drawing.
  • Includes backlit keyboard
    This tablet has a backlit keyboard, the average tablet does not. 9.6% of tablets offer a backlit keyboard.
  • 3.7 MP lower front resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution front camera than the average tablet (1.3 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    1.3 MP vs 5 MP
  • 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
  • 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
  • 36.4% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a smaller battery capacity than the average tablet (4,200 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    4,200 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • No continuous video AF
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • 2.24x heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (1,100 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    1,100 g vs 490 g
  • No manual exposure control
    This tablet does not support manual exposure, while the average tablet does. 63.6% of tablets support manual exposure.
  • 8.46x more expensive
    Panasonic Toughpad FZ-G1 2018 4G (8GB + 128GB) is more expensive than the average tablet (£2,200 vs £260).
    £2,200 vs £260
  • 41.2% worse value for money
    Panasonic Toughpad FZ-G1 2018 4G (8GB + 128GB) has worse value for money than the average tablet (5.35 vs 7.6).
    5.35 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
  • 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.
  • Less vivid contrast
    This tablet has less contrast than the average tablet (965:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    965:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 50% slower touch response
    This tablet samples touch more slowly than the average tablet (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average tablet samples touch at 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 3.7 MP lower front resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution front camera than the average tablet (1.3 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    1.3 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 HDR photo mode
    This tablet does not have HDR photo mode, the average tablet does. 79.8% of tablets support HDR photo mode.
  • 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.
  • 36.4% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a smaller battery capacity than the average tablet (4,200 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    4,200 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 (4.2 vs 5).
    4.2 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 full-page screenshots
    This tablet does not support full-page screenshots, the average tablet does. 53% of tablets support full-page screenshots.
  • 2.24x heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (1,100 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    1,100 g vs 490 g
  • 12.3 mm thicker
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (20.3 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    20.3 mm vs 8 mm
  • 94.7 mm wider
    This tablet is wider than the average tablet (270 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    270 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • 1 fewer speakers
    This tablet has less speakers than the average tablet (1 vs 2). The average tablet has 2 speakers.
    1 vs 2

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Panasonic Toughpad FZ-G1 2018 4G (8GB + 128GB)

  • Exceptional ruggedness with MIL-STD-810G and IP65 certifications for drops, water, and dust protection
  • Highly visible 10.1-inch WUXGA display with 800-nit brightness for outdoor and direct sunlight use
  • Responsive 10-point capacitive multi-touch screen that supports digitizer pen input
  • Solid performance for field tasks using Intel Core i5 processors and SSD storage
  • Lightweight and slim design compared to other fully-rugged tablet competitors
  • User-replaceable battery and easily accessible SSD for basic maintenance

What customers don't like about Panasonic Toughpad FZ-G1 2018 4G (8GB + 128GB)

  • Propensity to run hot under heavy use, with some versions reaching uncomfortable temperatures
  • Limited modularity as the single expansion bay requires mutually exclusive choices (e.g., barcode reader vs. LAN port)
  • Fragile plastic hinges on port covers that may break with frequent use
  • Inconvenient SIM card slot location situated under the battery and secured by screws
  • Potential for rubber bumpers and trim to peel or expand away from the chassis over time
  • Higher price point compared to standard consumer or business tablets

Verdict

The 2018 Panasonic Toughpad FZ-G1 (MK5) is a 10.1-inch fully rugged Windows 10 Pro tablet powered by a 7th Generation Intel Core i5-7300U vPro processor (2.6GHz, up to 3.5GHz) with 8GB of RAM and a 128GB SSD. Designed for extreme field environments, it features an IP65 and MIL-STD-810G certified magnesium alloy chassis with reinforced bumpers and a daylight-viewable WUXGA (1920x1200) touchscreen offering up to 800 nits of brightness. Key advantages include its high-durability build, 4G LTE connectivity, and a waterproof digitizer pen that functions in rain or with gloves, while notable drawbacks are its limited single USB 3.0 port and a relatively heavy 1.1kg weight that can lead to holding fatigue during extended use.

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