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PocketBook SURFpad 3 7.85 3G (1GB + 16GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£130RAM capacity:1 GBInternal storage:16 GBScreen size:7 inchesChipset:?

PocketBook SURFpad 3 7.85 3G (1GB + 16GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 1 expert reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

6.3/10

Overall score

Score
6.3/ 10
✕
What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components

35%

5.6

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

5.6

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 78% 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
Score components

70%

6.3

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

â–¼Worse than 67%
5.6

Technical score

Technical score
5.6/ 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 69% of models
Score components

22%

5.0

Performance

20%

5.6

Display

16%

6.1

Camera

14%

4.7

Battery

12%

5.8

Connectivity

8%

6.9

Software

5%

6.5

Design

3%

4.8

Audio

â–¼Worse than 69%
5.6

Reviews score

Reviews score
5.6/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 77% of models

5.6

Mark 7.4 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

8.1

Average grade

20%

5.0

Popularity

Grades by review (1)
1 review, with a printed score. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 77%
?

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~ £130
Best rankings
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Technical Specifications of tablet PocketBook SURFpad 3 7.85 3G (1GB + 16GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.6/ 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 69% of models
Score components:

22%

5.0

Performance

20%

5.6

Display

16%

6.1

Camera

14%

4.7

Battery

12%

5.8

Connectivity

8%

6.9

Software

5%

6.5

Design

3%

4.8

Audio

5.6
Reviews score
5.6
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%

6.3

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

7.3
RAM capacity
1 GB
Market range: <1 GB – >8 GB
This tablet has 1 GB of RAM, which is less than 78% of tablets and equal to 19.1% of tablets.
Process node
28 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 28 nm process, which is larger than 65.1% of tablets and equal to 17.6% of tablets.
Internal storage
16 GB
Market range: <16 GB – >256 GB
This tablet has 16 GB of internal storage, which is less than 78.8% of tablets and equal to 14.8% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
?
Chipset
?
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Screen resolution
1024×768
This tablet has a 1024×768 screen, which is less sharp than 90.5% of tablets and equal to 2.2% of tablets.
Refresh rate
?
Display type
LCD
This tablet uses a LCD display type. 83.1% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
133 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 133 ppi, which is lower than 96.9% of tablets and equal to 0.7% 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
?
Front camera megapixels
0.3 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 0.3 MP resolution, which is lower than 93% of tablets and equal to 7% 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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Battery capacity
4,000 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 4,000 mAh battery capacity, which is smaller than 84.6% of tablets and equal to 4.5% 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
?
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
no
This tablet does not include NFC. 10.8% of tablets offer this.
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Operating system
Android
This tablet uses the Android operating system, which is more advanced than the one used by 23.2%.
Update support duration
?
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
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
285 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 285 g, which is lighter than 96.5% of tablets and equal to 0.2% 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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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
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
yes
This tablet includes an FM radio. 81.1% of tablets offer this.
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PocketBook SURFpad 3 7.85 3G (1GB + 16GB) vs the average tablet

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  • 41.8% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (285 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    285 g vs 490 g
  • Supports cellular data
    This tablet supports cellular data, while the average tablet does not. 47.4% of tablets offer this.
  • 58.98 mm narrower
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (116.3 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    116.32 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • 83.7 mm shorter
    This tablet is shorter than the average tablet (116.3 mm vs 200 mm). The average tablet is 200 mm tall.
    116.3 mm vs 200 mm
  • 2x cheaper
    PocketBook SURFpad 3 7.85 3G (1GB + 16GB) is cheaper than the average tablet (£130 vs £260).
    £130 vs £260
  • 2x cheaper
    PocketBook SURFpad 3 7.85 3G (1GB + 16GB) is cheaper than the average tablet (£130 vs £260).
    £130 vs £260
  • Supports cellular data
    This tablet supports cellular data, while the average tablet does not. 47.4% of tablets offer this.
  • 41.8% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (285 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    285 g vs 490 g
  • 58.98 mm narrower
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (116.3 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    116.32 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • 83.7 mm shorter
    This tablet is shorter than the average tablet (116.3 mm vs 200 mm). The average tablet is 200 mm tall.
    116.3 mm vs 200 mm
  • 4.7 MP lower front resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution front camera than the average tablet (0.3 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    0.3 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
  • 3 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM than the average tablet (1 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    1 GB vs 4 GB
  • No fast charging
    This tablet does not support fast charging, while the average tablet does. 56.8% of tablets support fast charging.
  • 39.4% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a smaller battery capacity than the average tablet (4,000 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    4,000 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • Less sharp display
    This tablet has a less sharp screen than the average tablet (1024×768 vs 1920×1200).
    1,024×768 vs 1,920×1,200
  • Inferior display type
    This tablet has an inferior display type compared to the average tablet (LCD vs IPS LCD). 0.00% of tablets use the superior display type.
    LCD vs IPS LCD
  • 20.0% lower review score
    Reviews score
    5.6/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–¼ Worse than 77% of models

    5.6

    Mark 7.4 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    8.1

    Average grade

    20%

    5.0

    Popularity

    Grades by review (1)
    1 review, with a printed score. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    5.6 vs 7.0
  • 2.9% worse value for money
    PocketBook SURFpad 3 7.85 3G (1GB + 16GB) 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
  • 3 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM than the average tablet (1 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    1 GB vs 4 GB
  • 25% lower CPU speed
    This tablet has a lower CPU speed than the average tablet (1.5 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    1.5 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 75% less internal storage
    This tablet has less internal storage than the average tablet (16 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    16 GB vs 64 GB
  • More basic graphics
    This tablet has less advanced graphics than the average tablet (PowerVR SGX544MP vs Mali-G51).
    PowerVR SGX544MP vs Mali-G51
  • 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.
  • 57% less memory bandwidth
    This tablet has less memory bandwidth than the average tablet (6.4 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has 14.9 GB/s of memory bandwidth.
    6.4 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • 6 years older
    This tablet was released earlier than the average tablet (2013 vs 2019). The average tablet was released in 2019.
    2013 vs 2019
  • More basic memory type
    This tablet uses less advanced memory than the average tablet (LPDDR2 vs LPDDR3).
    LPDDR2 vs LPDDR3
  • Inferior display type
    This tablet has an inferior display type compared to the average tablet (LCD vs IPS LCD). 0.00% of tablets use the superior display type.
    LCD vs IPS LCD
  • Less sharp display
    This tablet has a less sharp screen than the average tablet (1024×768 vs 1920×1200).
    1,024×768 vs 1,920×1,200
  • 3.1 inches smaller screen
    This tablet has a smaller screen than the average tablet (7 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    7 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 39.8% softer screen detail
    This tablet has softer screen detail than the average tablet (133 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    133 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • 11 nits lower typical brightness
    This tablet has a lower typical brightness than the average tablet (389 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    389 nits vs 400 nits
  • 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
  • 4.7 MP lower front resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution front camera than the average tablet (0.3 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    0.3 MP vs 5 MP
  • No manual exposure control
    This tablet does not support manual exposure, while the average tablet does. 63.6% of tablets support manual exposure.
  • 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.
  • 39.4% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a smaller battery capacity than the average tablet (4,000 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    4,000 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • 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
  • 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
  • Fewer Wi-Fi bands
    This tablet supports fewer Wi-Fi bands than the average tablet (2.4GHz vs 2.4GHz/5GHz). The average tablet supports 2.4GHz/5GHz Wi-Fi bands.
    2.4GHz vs 2.4GHz/5GHz
  • No face recognition
    This tablet does not have face recognition, the average tablet does. 56.4% of tablets support face recognition.
  • No Ethernet support
    This tablet does not have Ethernet support, the average tablet does. 76.5% of tablets support Ethernet.
  • 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 location privacy
    This tablet does not support location privacy, while the average tablet does. 76.7% of tablets offer this.
  • No dark mode
    This tablet does not support dark mode, while the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets offer this.
  • 2.85 mm thicker
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (10.9 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    10.85 mm vs 8 mm

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

9.0
allesebook.de
✓ explicit
11/02/2014
Review · 7.85-inch tablet
Verdict
The PocketBook SURFpad 3 is a smooth tablet with a responsive touchscreen for apps and films, but its 4:3 screen adds black bars to widescreen video.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about PocketBook SURFpad 3 7.85 3G (1GB + 16GB)

  • Large 7.85-inch screen size is comfortable for reading and watching movies.
  • Lightweight and portable design, weighing only 285g.
  • Includes a micro SD card slot for expandable storage.
  • Good connectivity options, including built-in 3G and Wi-Fi.
  • Acceptable battery life for media, capable of playing multiple full-length movies on a charge.
  • Equipped with a front-facing camera for video chats and selfies.

What customers don't like about PocketBook SURFpad 3 7.85 3G (1GB + 16GB)

  • Hardware performance is often described as sluggish or slow compared to competitors.
  • Screen resolution is relatively low (800 x 480 px) compared to other tablets in the same category.
  • Lower RAM capacity (0.5GB) can lead to slow loading times and multi-tasking issues.
  • Outdated Android version (Ice Cream Sandwich 4.0.4) lacks support for many modern apps and features like Flash.
  • Web browsing experience is hampered by slow loading and scrolling speeds.

Verdict

The PocketBook Surfpad 3 7.85 3G is an Android-based tablet featuring a 7.85-inch IPS HD display with a 1024x768 resolution and 3G connectivity. It is powered by a 1.5 GHz quad-core processor paired with 1GB of RAM and 16GB of internal storage, which is expandable via a microSD slot supporting up to 2TB. Key features include a 4000mAh battery, integrated GPS, Bluetooth 2.0, and stereo speakers. Its primary advantages are the high-quality IPS screen that provides good viewing angles and the inclusion of both 3G and GPS for mobile use. However, its main drawbacks include an outdated operating system (Android 4.4 KitKat) and a somewhat older Bluetooth standard compared to modern devices.

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