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Panasonic Toughpad Fz G1 4G (8GB + 128GB) Review | 168 Data compared

Avg. price:~£3,080RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:10.1 inchesChipset:?

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

6.6/10

Overall score

Score
6.6/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best Tablets on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 59% of models
Score components

90%

6.6

Technical score

10%

6.6

User score

▲Better than 59% of tablets
4.9

Value for money

Value for money
4.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components

70%

6.6

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

▼Worse than 99%
6.6

Technical score

Technical score
6.6/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare Tablets based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 61% of models
Score components

22%

7.0

Performance

20%

6.4

Display

16%

6.2

Camera

14%

6.0

Battery

12%

6.9

Connectivity

8%

8.3

Software & Features

5%

5.6

Design

3%

6.1

Audio & Multimedia

▲Better than 61%
6.6

User score

User score
6.6/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 90% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

2.9

Number of reviews

▼Worse than 90%
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £3,080
Best rankings
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Available versions:
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Technical Specifications of tablet Panasonic Toughpad Fz G1 4G (8GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare Tablets based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 61% of models
Score components:

22%

7.0

Performance

20%

6.4

Display

16%

6.2

Camera

14%

6.0

Battery

12%

6.9

Connectivity

8%

8.3

Software & Features

5%

5.6

Design

3%

6.1

Audio & Multimedia

6.6
User score
User score
6.6/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 90% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

2.9

Number of reviews

6.6
Popularity
Popularity
2.9/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 61% of models
Popularity:
Panasonic Toughpad Fz G1 4G (8GB + 128GB) has a popularity of 2.9 points, which is higher than 60.4% of Tablets.
2.9
Value for money
Value for money
4.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components:

70%

6.6

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

4.9
RAM capacity
8 GB
Market range: <2 GB – >12 GB
This tablet has a RAM capacity of 8 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 72.3% of tablets and equal to that of 17.8% of tablets.
Process node
14 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 14 nm process node, which is smaller than the node size used in 45% of tablets and equal to the node used in 8.6% of tablets.
Internal storage
128 GB
Market range: <0 GB – >250 GB
This tablet has an internal storage capacity of 128 GB which is larger than the storage of 56.7% of tablets and equal to that of 19.6% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
?
Chipset
?
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Screen resolution
1920×1200
This tablet has a screen resolution of 1920×1200 which is higher than that of 39.2% of tablets and equal to that of 18.8% of tablets.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >120 Hz
This tablet supports a refresh rate of 60 Hz which is equal to that in 73.8% 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 that of 50% of tablets and equal to that of 11.6% of tablets.
Display glass type
?
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Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical image stabilization. 0.4% of tablets include OIS.
Main camera megapixels
?
Front camera megapixels
1.3 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera resolution of 1.3 MP which is lower than in 80.8% of tablets and equal to that in 5.5% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
?
Optical zoom
1xxx
This tablet supports 1xx optical zoom which is higher than in 18.4% of tablets and equal to that in 80.7% of tablets.
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Battery capacity
4,200 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has a battery capacity of 4,200 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 81.6% of tablets and equal to those in 1.2% of tablets.
Charging speed
65 W
Market range: <10 W – >60 W
This tablet supports charging speeds of 65 W which is faster than in 91.5% of tablets and equal to speeds in 1.7% of tablets.
Battery life
11 hours
Market range: <6 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 11 hours, which is longer than that of 60.7% of tablets and equal to that of 3.9% of tablets.
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets support wireless charging.
Fast charging
no
This tablet does not support fast charging. 49.7% of tablets support fast charging.
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LTE support
yes
This tablet supports LTE. 36.8% of tablets include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This tablet supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 0.2% of tablets offer Wi-Fi support.
GPS
yes
This tablet supports GPS. 17.3% of tablets include GPS functionality.
5G connectivity
no
This tablet does not support 5G connectivity. 11.1% of tablets support 5G.
NFC
yes
This tablet supports NFC. 89.1% of tablets support NFC.
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Operating system
Windows
This tablet uses the Windows operating system, which is less advanced than the one used by 84.1%.
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 receives direct OS updates. 20.3% of tablets receive direct updates.
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 include app tracking protection. 28.3% of tablets include app tracking protection.
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IP rating
IP65
This tablet has an IP rating of IP65 which is higher than that of 93.5% of tablets and equal to that of 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 the weight of 0.4% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
yes
This tablet supports a backlit keyboard. 90.3% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
yes
This tablet supports a keyboard accessory. 15.8% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
30 ms
Market range: <2 ms – >26 ms
This tablet has a pen latency of 30 ms, which is higher than that of 92.2% of tablets and equal to that of 2.9% of tablets.
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Number of microphones
1
Market range: <0 – >5
This tablet includes 1 microphones, which is more than in 0.2% of tablets and equal to the number in 54.8% of tablets.
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this codec.
Dolby Atmos support
no
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.5% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
?
FM radio
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer FM radio functionality.
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Panasonic Toughpad Fz G1 4G (8GB + 128GB) vs the average tablet

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  • 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
  • 399 nits higher peak brightness
    This tablet has a higher peak brightness than the average tablet (800 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits peak brightness.
    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 speed
    This tablet supports faster charging than the average tablet (65 W vs 18 W). The average tablet supports charging speed of 18 W.
    65 W vs 18 W
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This tablet has more RAM capacity 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
  • Higher IP rating
    This tablet has a better IP rating than the average tablet (IP65 vs not rated). Water and dust protection are still uncommon on tablets.
    IP65 vs not rated
  • 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
  • 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 capacity 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
  • 2x more storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (128 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet provides 64 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 64 GB
  • Supports multithreading
    This tablet supports multithreading, the average tablet does not. 0.00% 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
  • 43% higher memory bandwidth
    This tablet has a higher memory bandwidth than the average tablet (21.3 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has memory bandwidth of 14.9 GB/s.
    21.3 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This tablet supports a newer DDR version than the average tablet (DDR3L vs LPDDR3). The average DDR version is LPDDR3.
    DDR3L vs LPDDR3
  • 399 nits higher peak brightness
    This tablet has a higher peak brightness than the average tablet (800 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits peak brightness.
    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. 24.7% of tablets use anti-reflection coating.
  • Includes flash
    This tablet features a built-in flash, the average tablet does not. 45.2% of tablets include a flash.
  • 3.61x faster charging speed
    This tablet supports faster charging than the average tablet (65 W vs 18 W). The average tablet supports charging speed of 18 W.
    65 W vs 18 W
  • Includes battery health monitoring
    This tablet features battery health monitoring, the average tablet does not. 37% of tablets include battery health tools.
  • 1 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (11 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    11 hours vs 10 hours
  • Supports NFC
    This tablet has NFC support, the average tablet does not. 10.9% of tablets include NFC.
  • Newer USB version
    This tablet supports a newer USB version than the average tablet (USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2). The average tablet uses USB USB 2.0.
    USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2.0
  • 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
  • Allows app offloading
    This tablet allows app offloading, the average tablet does not. 26.4% of tablets support app offloading.
  • Supports dynamic theme
    This tablet features dynamic themes, the average tablet does not. 29% of tablets offer dynamic theming.
  • Supports extra dim mode
    This tablet features extra dim mode, the average tablet does not. 35.4% of tablets support extra diming.
  • Higher IP rating
    This tablet has a better IP rating than the average tablet (IP65 vs not rated). Water and dust protection are still uncommon on tablets.
    IP65 vs not rated
  • Includes stylus
    This tablet includes a stylus, the average tablet does not. 16.9% of tablets come with a stylus.
  • Suitable for drawing
    This tablet is suitable for drawing, the average tablet is not. 41% of tablets are suitable for drawing.
  • Includes backlit keyboard
    This tablet has a backlit keyboard, the average tablet does not. 9.8% of tablets offer a backlit keyboard.
  • 3.7 MP lower front camera megapixels
    This tablet has less front camera megapixels than the average tablet (1.3 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has 5 MP front camera resolution.
    1.3 MP vs 5 MP
  • No USB Type-C
    This tablet lacks a USB Type-C port, the average tablet includes one. 53.4% of tablets use USB Type-C.
  • 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
  • 36.2% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a lower battery capacity than the average tablet (4,200 mAh vs 6,580 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6,580 mAh.
    4,200 mAh vs 6,580 mAh
  • 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
  • Worse main-camera video
    This tablet supports worse main-camera video recording than the average tablet (720x30 fps vs 1080x30 fps). The average tablet supports 1080x30 fps main-camera video recording.
    720x30 fps vs 1080x30 fps
  • No manual exposure control
    This tablet does not offer manual exposure control, the average tablet does. 63.6% of tablets have manual exposure.
  • No HDR photo mode
    This tablet does not have HDR photo mode, the average tablet does. 79.6% of tablets support HDR photo mode.
  • 11.85x more expensive
    Panasonic Toughpad Fz G1 4G (8GB + 128GB) is more expensive than the average tablet (£3,080 vs £260).
    £3,080 vs £260
  • 44.4% worse value for money
    Panasonic Toughpad Fz G1 4G (8GB + 128GB) has worse value for money than the average tablet (4.92 vs 7.1).
    4.92 vs 7.1
  • 21.2% lower user score
    User score
    6.6/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Panasonic Toughpad Fz G1 4G
    the average tablet
    Panasonic Toughpad Fz G1 4G (8GB + 128GB) has a lower user score than the average tablet (6.60 vs 8.000).
    6.6 vs 8
  • 42.5% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This tablet achieves a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score than the average tablet (1,088 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    1,088 points vs 1,891 points
  • 2 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has less CPU threads than the average tablet (4 vs 6). The average tablet has 6 CPU threads.
    4 vs 6
  • No big.LITTLE architecture
    This tablet does not use a big.LITTLE architecture, the average tablet does. 51.3% of tablets use a big.LITTLE architecture.
  • 533 MHz slower RAM speed
    This tablet has a lower RAM speed than the average tablet (1,333 MHz vs 1,866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1,866 MHz.
    1,333 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • Lower contrast ratio
    This tablet has a lower contrast ratio than the average tablet (800:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    800:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 3.7 MP lower front camera megapixels
    This tablet has less front camera megapixels than the average tablet (1.3 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has 5 MP front camera resolution.
    1.3 MP vs 5 MP
  • Worse main-camera video
    This tablet supports worse main-camera video recording than the average tablet (720x30 fps vs 1080x30 fps). The average tablet supports 1080x30 fps main-camera video recording.
    720x30 fps vs 1080x30 fps
  • No manual exposure control
    This tablet does not offer manual exposure control, the average tablet does. 63.6% of tablets have manual exposure.
  • No HDR photo mode
    This tablet does not have HDR photo mode, the average tablet does. 79.6% of tablets support HDR photo mode.
  • No burst mode
    This tablet does not support burst mode, the average tablet does. 60.5% of tablets support burst mode.
  • No timelapse video
    This tablet does not support timelapse video, the average tablet does. 57.5% of tablets include timelapse modes.
  • 36.2% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a lower battery capacity than the average tablet (4,200 mAh vs 6,580 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6,580 mAh.
    4,200 mAh vs 6,580 mAh
  • No USB Type-C
    This tablet lacks a USB Type-C port, the average tablet includes one. 53.4% of tablets use USB Type-C.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This tablet uses an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (4 vs 5). The average tablet uses Bluetooth 5.0.
    4.0 vs 5.0
  • No face recognition
    This tablet does not have face recognition, the average tablet does. 56% of tablets support face recognition.
  • 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. 52.5% 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
  • 11 mm thicker
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (19 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8.0 mm thick.
    19 mm vs 8.0 mm
  • 21 ms higher pen latency
    This tablet has higher pen latency than the average tablet (30 ms vs 9 ms). The average tablet has pen latency of 9 ms.
    30 ms vs 9 ms
  • 6 older release date
    This tablet is an older model than the average tablet (2013 vs 2019).
    April 2013
    2013 vs 2019

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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Panasonic Toughpad Fz G1 4G (8GB + 128GB)

  • Extreme durability with MIL-STD-810G and IP65 certifications for drops, water, and dust
  • High-resolution daylight-readable display with up to 800 nits brightness
  • Solid performance powered by Intel Core i5 processors
  • Lightweight and slim for a fully ruggedized device (approx. 2.2 lbs)
  • Responsive Wacom digitizer and stylus support for precise input
  • Modular configuration options for specialized field needs (e.g., GPS, 4G LTE, Serial ports)
  • Fast boot times and overall snappy system responsiveness

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

  • High premium price point compared to standard consumer tablets
  • Limited built-in ports, specifically only one standard USB 3.0 port
  • Noticeable fan noise during heavy performance tasks
  • Can run hot, with underside temperatures reaching uncomfortable levels (over 95°F)
  • Average battery life that may not last a full work shift without a long-life battery upgrade
  • Rubber bumpers and trim can be prone to separating or wearing over time
  • Windows UI can be difficult to navigate using only touch for legacy applications

Verdict

The Panasonic Toughpad FZ-G1 is a fully rugged 10.1-inch Windows tablet engineered for extreme field environments, featuring a sunlight-readable WUXGA (1920x1200) IPS display with 800-nit brightness and a 10-point capacitive multi-touch interface. This specific configuration is powered by an Intel Core i5 processor paired with 8GB of RAM and a 128GB SSD, supported by integrated 4G LTE and GPS for reliable remote connectivity. Its main advantages include a MIL-STD-810G and IP65-certified chassis that is resistant to 120cm drops, water, and dust, alongside a user-replaceable battery and a high-precision waterproof digitiser pen. However, notable drawbacks include limited onboard connectivity with only one standard USB 3.0 port, a cooling fan that can become loud under heavy loads, and a relatively bulky design compared to consumer-grade tablets.

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