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Samsung Ativ Q (4GB + 128GB) Review | 168 Data compared

Avg. price:~£1,410RAM capacity:4 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:13.3 inchesChipset:Intel Core i5 4200U

Samsung Ativ Q (4GB + 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.

6.2/10

Overall score

Score
6.2/ 10
✕
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
Score components

90%

6.2

Technical score

10%

?

User score

â–¼Worse than 52% of tablets
5.2

Value for money

Value for money
5.2/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components

70%

6.2

Overall score

30%

3.1

Price

â–¼Worse than 99%
6.2

Technical score

Technical score
6.2/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 53% of models
Score components

22%

6.6

Performance

20%

6.9

Display

16%

5.2

Camera

14%

7.1

Battery

12%

5.9

Connectivity

8%

5.5

Software & Features

5%

4.9

Design

3%

4.8

Audio & Multimedia

â–²Better than 53%
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User score

User score
8.0/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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Where to buy
    N/A~ £1,410
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Technical Specifications of tablet Samsung Ativ Q (4GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.2/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 53% of models
Score components:

22%

6.6

Performance

20%

6.9

Display

16%

5.2

Camera

14%

7.1

Battery

12%

5.9

Connectivity

8%

5.5

Software & Features

5%

4.9

Design

3%

4.8

Audio & Multimedia

6.2
User score
User score
8.0/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Samsung Ativ Q (4GB + 128GB) has a popularity of 1 point, which is higher than 65.8% of Tablets.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
5.2/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components:

70%

6.2

Overall score

30%

3.1

Price

5.2
RAM capacity
4 GB
Market range: <2 GB – >12 GB
This tablet has a RAM capacity of 4 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 47.6% of tablets and equal to that of 17.6% of tablets.
Process node
22 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 22 nm process node, which is larger than the node size used in 57.5% of tablets and equal to the node used in 7.2% 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
Intel Core i5 4200U
This tablet uses the Intel Core i5 4200U chipset, which is more advanced than the chipsets in 73.9% of tablets.
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Screen resolution
3200×1800
This tablet has a screen resolution of 3200×1800 which is higher than that of 96.6% 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
275 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 275 ppi which is higher than that of 82.8% of tablets and equal to that of 0.2% of tablets.
Display glass type
Corning Gorilla Glass
This tablet uses Corning Gorilla Glass display glass which is stronger than that on 45.4% of tablets and equal to that on 32.7% of tablets.
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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
N/A
Front camera megapixels
0.9 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera resolution of 0.9 MP which is lower than in 92.7% of tablets and equal to that in 0.2% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
N/A
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
?
Charging speed
40 W
Market range: <10 W – >60 W
This tablet supports charging speeds of 40 W which is faster than in 80.4% of tablets and equal to speeds in 2.2% of tablets.
Battery life
9 hours
Market range: <6 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 9 hours, which is shorter than that of 62.7% of tablets and equal to that of 6.8% of tablets.
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets support wireless charging.
Fast charging
yes
This tablet supports fast charging. 50.4% of tablets support fast charging.
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LTE support
no
This tablet does not support LTE. 63.3% 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
no
This tablet does not support NFC. 10.9% 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
short
This tablet offers short update support, which is shorter than the support period of 52.7% of tablets and equal to that of 47.3% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
no
This tablet does not receive direct OS updates. 79.7% 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
not rated
This tablet has an IP rating of not rated which is lower than that of 16.3% of tablets and equal to that of 83.7% of tablets.
Weight
1,290 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 1,290 g which is heavier than 99.5% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.8% 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: <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
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This tablet includes 2 speakers, which is more than in 9.8% of tablets and equal to the number in 60.9% of tablets.
FM radio
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer FM radio functionality.
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Samsung Ativ Q (4GB + 128GB) vs the average tablet

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  • Higher screen resolution
    This tablet has a higher screen resolution than the average tablet (3200×1800 vs 1920×1200). The average tablet resolution is 1920×1200.
    3200×1800 vs 1920×1200
  • More capable chipset
    This tablet uses the Intel Core i5 4200U chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    Intel Core i5 4200U vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 3.2 inches larger screen size
    This tablet has a higher screen size than the average tablet (13.3 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet has screen size of 10.1 inches.
    13.3 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 199 nits higher peak brightness
    This tablet has a higher peak brightness than the average tablet (600 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits peak brightness.
    600 nits vs 401 nits
  • 2.22x faster charging speed
    This tablet supports faster charging than the average tablet (40 W vs 18 W). The average tablet supports charging speed of 18 W.
    40 W vs 18 W
  • 30% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (2.6 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    2.6 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • Supports fast charging
    This tablet supports fast charging, the average tablet does not. 49.7% of tablets feature fast charging.
  • 22.8% higher pixel density
    This tablet has a higher pixel density than the average tablet (275 ppi vs 224 ppi). The average tablet has pixel density of 224 ppi.
    275 ppi vs 224 ppi
  • More capable chipset
    This tablet uses the Intel Core i5 4200U chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    Intel Core i5 4200U vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 30% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (2.6 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    2.6 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 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.
  • 16 more GPU execution units
    This tablet has more GPU execution units than the average tablet (20 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    20 vs 4
  • 71.8% higher memory bandwidth
    This tablet has a higher memory bandwidth than the average tablet (25.6 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has memory bandwidth of 14.9 GB/s.
    25.6 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
  • Higher screen resolution
    This tablet has a higher screen resolution than the average tablet (3200×1800 vs 1920×1200). The average tablet resolution is 1920×1200.
    3200×1800 vs 1920×1200
  • 3.2 inches larger screen size
    This tablet has a higher screen size than the average tablet (13.3 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet has screen size of 10.1 inches.
    13.3 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 199 nits higher peak brightness
    This tablet has a higher peak brightness than the average tablet (600 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits peak brightness.
    600 nits vs 401 nits
  • Includes anti-reflection coating
    This tablet has anti-reflection coating, the average tablet does not. 24.7% of tablets use anti-reflection coating.
  • 22.8% higher pixel density
    This tablet has a higher pixel density than the average tablet (275 ppi vs 224 ppi). The average tablet has pixel density of 224 ppi.
    275 ppi vs 224 ppi
  • 54 ppi higher screen sharpness
    This tablet has a higher screen sharpness than the average tablet (275 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has screen sharpness of 221 ppi.
    275 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • 2.22x faster charging speed
    This tablet supports faster charging than the average tablet (40 W vs 18 W). The average tablet supports charging speed of 18 W.
    40 W vs 18 W
  • Supports fast charging
    This tablet supports fast charging, the average tablet does not. 49.7% of tablets feature fast charging.
  • Includes battery health monitoring
    This tablet features battery health monitoring, the average tablet does not. 37% of tablets include battery health tools.
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 4.1 MP lower front camera megapixels
    This tablet has less front camera megapixels than the average tablet (0.9 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has 5 MP front camera resolution.
    0.9 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.
  • Shorter update support
    This tablet offers shorter update support than the average tablet (short vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    short vs medium
  • 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 LTE support
    This tablet does not support LTE, the average tablet does. 63.2% of tablets support LTE.
  • Does not receive direct OS updates
    This tablet does not support direct OS updates, the average tablet does. 79.7% of tablets support direct OS updates.
  • No continuous video AF
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • 2.63x heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (1,290 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    1,290 g vs 490 g
  • 5.42x more expensive
    Samsung Ativ Q (4GB + 128GB) is more expensive than the average tablet (£1,410 vs £260).
    £1,410 vs £260
  • 35.3% worse value for money
    Samsung Ativ Q (4GB + 128GB) has worse value for money than the average tablet (5.25 vs 7.1).
    5.25 vs 7.1
  • 4.81x less popular
    Samsung Ativ Q (4GB + 128GB) is less popular than the average tablet (1 vs 4.8).
    1 vs 4.81
  • 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.
  • 69.2% slower GPU clock
    This tablet has a lower GPU frequency than the average tablet (200 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet has GPU frequency of 650 MHz.
    200 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • 57.1% larger process node
    This tablet uses a larger process node than the average tablet (22 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet uses a process node of 14 nm.
    22 nm vs 14 nm
  • 266 MHz slower RAM speed
    This tablet has a lower RAM speed than the average tablet (1,600 MHz vs 1,866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1,866 MHz.
    1,600 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • 100 nits lower typical brightness
    This tablet has a lower typical brightness than the average tablet (300 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    300 nits vs 400 nits
  • 50% lower touch sampling rate
    This tablet has a lower touch sampling rate than the average tablet (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average tablet has touch sampling rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 4.1 MP lower front camera megapixels
    This tablet has less front camera megapixels than the average tablet (0.9 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has 5 MP front camera resolution.
    0.9 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 touch autofocus
    This tablet does not support touch autofocus, the average tablet does. 82.8% of tablets allow touch-to-focus.
  • 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 BSI sensor
    This tablet lacks a BSI sensor, the average tablet has one. 52.6% of tablets use BSI sensors for better low-light shots.
  • No timelapse video
    This tablet does not support timelapse video, the average tablet does. 57.5% of tablets include timelapse modes.
  • 1 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (9 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    9 hours vs 10 hours
  • 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.
  • No LTE support
    This tablet does not support LTE, the average tablet does. 63.2% of tablets support LTE.
  • Older Wi-Fi version
    This tablet uses an older Wi-Fi version than the average tablet (Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)). The average tablet uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac).
    Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
  • 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 cellular module
    This tablet does not have a cellular module, the average tablet does. 59.3% of tablets include a cellular module.
  • No face recognition
    This tablet does not have face recognition, the average tablet does. 56% of tablets support face recognition.
  • Shorter update support
    This tablet offers shorter update support than the average tablet (short vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    short vs medium
  • 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
  • Does not receive direct OS updates
    This tablet does not support direct OS updates, the average tablet does. 79.7% of tablets support direct OS updates.
  • No picture-in-picture mode
    This tablet does not support picture-in-picture, the average tablet does. 61% of tablets support picture-in-picture.
  • No camera/mic privacy toggles
    This tablet lacks camera and microphone privacy toggles, the average tablet includes them. 56.2% of tablets offer these toggles.
  • No full-page screenshots
    This tablet does not support full-page screenshots, the average tablet does. 52.5% of tablets support full-page screenshots.
  • No voice command support
    This tablet does not support voice commands, the average tablet does. 96.3% of tablets include voice command support.
  • No dark mode
    This tablet does not support dark mode, the average tablet does. 57.2% of tablets have dark mode.
  • 2.63x heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (1,290 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    1,290 g vs 490 g
  • 5.9 mm thicker
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (13.9 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8.0 mm thick.
    13.9 mm vs 8.0 mm
  • 151.7 mm wider
    This tablet is wider than the average tablet (327 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    327 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • 6 older release date
    This tablet is an older model than the average tablet (2013 vs 2019).
    June 2013
    2013 vs 2019

Video reviews

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

9.0
PhoneArena
≈ estimated
17/07/2013
Hands-on review · performance, display, video and keyboard tests
Verdict
Samsung ATIV Q is a standout hybrid that raises the bar for laptops, with price the main hurdle.
9.0
BASIC thinking
≈ estimated
20/06/2013
First look · dual-OS switching and content sharing tests
Verdict
Samsung ATIV Q has a strong dual-OS concept and a keyboard the reviewer finds gorgeous.
Hands-on video, no verdict
Brand video
Hands-on video, no verdict
Not graded
Hands-on video, no verdict
Hands-on video, no verdict
Hands-on video, no verdict
Hands-on video, no verdict
Hands-on video, no verdict
Hands-on video, no verdict

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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phonearena.com
07/10/2013
Summary of the review
Samsung ATIV Q Review
expertreviews.co.uk
20/06/2013
Hands-on review · Windows and Android
Verdict
The Samsung ATIV Q switches between Windows 8 and full Android instantly, with no slowdown, though its price could limit who buys it.
connect.de
25/06/2013
First test · Convertible tablet
Verdict
The Samsung ATIV Q switches between Windows and Android in barely a second, with a sharp screen, but it is large and heavy for a tablet.
pcgameshardware.de
21/06/2013
Hands-on test · Notebook-tablet hybrid
Verdict
The Samsung ATIV Q is a well-made Windows and Android hybrid with a sharp screen, but at 1,290 grams it is too heavy to hold like a tablet.
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netzwelt.de
20/06/2013
Summary of the review
Samsung Ativ Q im Kurztest | NETZWELT
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chip.de
21/06/2013
Summary of the review
Samsung ATIV Q - Erster Test - CHIP
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lesnumeriques.com
2013
Summary of the review
Samsung Ativ Q: meilleur prix - Les Numériques (Fiche test et caractéristiques) Further details on the Samsung Ativ Q are available in the linked Fren...
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xatakamovil.com
20/06/2013
Summary of the review
Samsung Ativ Q, la tablet híbrida con Android y Windows 8 de Samsung
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xataka.com
21/06/2013
First look · Convertible tablet
Verdict
The Samsung ATIV Q is a premium 13.3-inch Windows tablet with a very sharp screen, but it will likely be expensive.
corriere.it
25/06/2013
Hands-on test · Laptop-tablet hybrid
Verdict
The Samsung ATIV Q switches between Windows 8 and Android with a tap and has a sharp 3,200 x 1,800 screen, but it feels more laptop than tablet.
tweakers.net
21/06/2013
Hands-on test · Windows and Android
Verdict
The Samsung ATIV Q is a promising Windows and Android hybrid, but Android looks blurry and sluggish in this early hands-on test.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Samsung Ativ Q (4GB + 128GB)

  • Groundbreaking 13.3-inch display with ultra-high 3200 x 1800 resolution
  • Dual-OS capability allows seamless switching between Windows 8 and Android
  • Versatile 'four-mode' hinge design (tablet, laptop, stand, and floating)
  • Includes a high-precision S Pen stylus for note-taking and drawing
  • Strong performance powered by an Intel Core i5 Haswell processor
  • Respectable battery life for a high-performance hybrid device
  • Slim 13.9mm profile and solid magnesium-based build quality

What customers don't like about Samsung Ativ Q (4GB + 128GB)

  • Keyboard lacks a traditional trackpad, opting for a smaller optical trackpoint
  • Shallow and somewhat 'mushy' key travel makes typing less comfortable
  • Unconventional keyboard layout with a left-side column can disrupt touch typing
  • Scaling issues in Windows due to the extremely high pixel density
  • Lack of keyboard backlighting is a nuisance in low-light environments
  • Heavier than standard 10-inch tablets, making one-handed use difficult
  • Certain ports (USB 3.0 and micro HDMI) are inaccessible in tablet mode

Verdict

The Samsung ATIV Q is a unique 13.3-inch hybrid convertible that runs both Windows 8 and Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean, featuring a high-resolution QHD+ (3200x1800) touchscreen with 275 ppi. Powered by an Intel Core i5-4200U Haswell processor with 4GB of RAM and a 128GB SSD, this 1.29kg device utilizes a versatile hinge allowing for tablet, laptop, stand, and 'floating' modes, and includes a built-in S Pen. Key advantages include its stunningly sharp display, the ability to switch between operating systems instantly, and a portable 13.9mm thin magnesium-blend design. However, notable drawbacks include the lack of a trackpad (replaced by a pointing nub), a non-backlit keyboard with shallow key travel, and the fact that some ports like USB 3.0 and HDMI are inaccessible when used in tablet mode.

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