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Toshiba Encore 2 WiFi (1GB + 32GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£220RAM capacity:1 GBInternal storage:32 GBScreen size:8 inchesChipset:Intel Atom Z3735G

Toshiba Encore 2 WiFi (1GB + 32GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 11 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Toshiba Encore 2 WiFi (1GB + 32GB)
5.5/10

Overall score

Score
5.5/ 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%

4.6

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

4.6

Reviews score

10%

4.6

Sentiment score

â–¼Worse than 99% of tablets
6.6

Value for money

Value for money
6.6/ 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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Score components

70%

5.5

Overall score

30%

9.4

Price

â–¼Worse than 95%
4.6

Technical score

Technical score
4.6/ 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%

3.8

Performance

20%

3.8

Display

16%

5.4

Camera

14%

3.2

Battery

12%

5.7

Connectivity

8%

6.8

Software

5%

6.0

Design

3%

5.6

Audio

â–¼Worse than 97%
4.6

Reviews score

Reviews score
4.6/ 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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4.6

Mark 7.7 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

7.7

Average grade

20%

7.8

Popularity

Grades by review (11)
9 reviews: 7 with a printed score, 2 estimated from the review. 2 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 98%
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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~ £220
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.
Other versions:
1GB + 32GB1GB + 64GB2GB + 32GB2GB + 64GB

What reviewers say about the Toshiba Encore 2 WiFi (1GB + 32GB)

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Reviewers like the operating system and portable size, but complain about unreliable connectivity, sluggish performance and awkward buttons.
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Technical Specifications of tablet Toshiba Encore 2 WiFi (1GB + 32GB)

Technical score
Technical score
4.6/ 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%

3.8

Performance

20%

3.8

Display

16%

5.4

Camera

14%

3.2

Battery

12%

5.7

Connectivity

8%

6.8

Software

5%

6.0

Design

3%

5.6

Audio

4.6
Reviews score
4.6
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
6.6/ 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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Score components:

70%

5.5

Overall score

30%

9.4

Price

6.6
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
22 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 22 nm process, which is larger than 57.9% of tablets and equal to 7.2% of tablets.
Internal storage
32 GB
Market range: <16 GB – >256 GB
This tablet has 32 GB of internal storage, which is less than 60.9% of tablets and equal to 17.9% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
145 points
Market range: <233 points – >2.3k points
This tablet scores 145 points in single-core tests, which is lower than 98% of tablets and equal to 0.3% of tablets.
Chipset
Intel Atom Z3735G
This tablet runs on Intel Atom Z3735G, which is less advanced than 80.5% of tablets and equal to 0.7% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Screen resolution
1280×800
This tablet has a 1280×800 screen, which is less sharp than 68.1% of tablets and equal to 21.7% 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
189 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 189 ppi, which is lower than 66.5% of tablets and equal to 6.8% of tablets.
Display glass type
Plastic
This tablet protects its screen with Plastic, which is less durable than 97.7% of tablets and the same as 2.3% of tablets.
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Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical stabilisation. 0.4% of tablets offer this.
Main camera megapixels
5 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a rear camera with 5 MP resolution, which is lower than 63.7% of tablets and equal to 26% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
1.2 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 1.2 MP resolution, which is lower than 86.3% of tablets and equal to 4.8% 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
3,788 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 3,788 mAh battery capacity, which is smaller than 90.5% of tablets and equal to 0.1% of tablets.
Charging speed
2 W
Market range: <10 W – >45 W
This tablet charges at 2 W, which is slower than 99.8% of tablets and equal to 0.1% of tablets.
Battery life
8 hours
Market range: <7 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 8 hours, which is shorter than that of 72.2% of tablets and equal to that of 11.9% of tablets.
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets offer this.
Fast charging
no
This tablet does not support fast charging. 56.9% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
LTE support
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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What reviewers say
Operating system
Windows
This tablet uses the Windows operating system, which is less advanced than the one used by 84.2%.
Update support duration
short
This tablet offers short update support, which is shorter than the support period of 52.4% of tablets and equal to that of 47.6% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
yes
This tablet supports direct OS updates. 20.3% of tablets offer this.
On-device AI
no
This tablet does not support on-device AI. 28.3% of tablets support this capability.
App tracking protection
no
This tablet does not support app tracking protection. 28.4% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
IP rating
not rated
This tablet's IP rating is not rated, which is less protected than 16.5% of tablets and the same as 83.6% of tablets.
Weight
385 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 385 g, which is lighter than 76.5% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.7% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
yes
This tablet supports a keyboard accessory. 15.8% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
26 ms
Market range: <2 ms – >26 ms
This tablet has a pen latency of 26 ms, which is higher than that of 88.7% of tablets and equal to that of 3.4% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Number of microphones
?
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this.
Dolby Atmos support
no
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.3% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
2
Market range: <2 – >4
This tablet includes 2 speakers, which is more than in 9.8% of tablets and equal to the number in 60.8% of tablets.
FM radio
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer this.
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Toshiba Encore 2 WiFi (1GB + 32GB) vs the average tablet

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  • Monitors battery health
    This tablet monitors battery health, while the average tablet does not. 36.7% of tablets monitor battery health.
  • 21.4% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (385 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    385 g vs 490 g
  • More advanced memory type
    This tablet uses more advanced memory than the average tablet (DDR3L vs LPDDR3).
    DDR3L vs LPDDR3
  • Supports HDMI output
    This tablet supports HDMI output, while the average tablet does not. 49.8% of tablets offer this.
  • 43.3 mm narrower
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (132 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    132 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Intel Atom Z3735G vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Intel Atom Z3735G vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • More advanced memory type
    This tablet uses more advanced memory than the average tablet (DDR3L vs LPDDR3).
    DDR3L vs LPDDR3
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Intel Atom Z3735G vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Intel Atom Z3735G vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • Monitors battery health
    This tablet monitors battery health, while the average tablet does not. 36.7% of tablets monitor battery health.
  • Supports HDMI output
    This tablet supports HDMI output, while the average tablet does not. 49.8% of tablets offer this.
  • 21.4% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (385 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    385 g vs 490 g
  • 43.3 mm narrower
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (132 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    132 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • 34.3% lower review score
    Reviews score
    4.6/ 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 98% of models

    4.6

    Mark 7.7 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    7.7

    Average grade

    20%

    7.8

    Popularity

    Grades by review (11)
    9 reviews: 7 with a printed score, 2 estimated from the review. 2 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    4.6 vs 7.0
  • 3.8 MP lower front resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution front camera than the average tablet (1.2 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    1.2 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
  • 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
  • No fast charging
    This tablet does not support fast charging, while the average tablet does. 56.8% of tablets support fast charging.
  • 42.6% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a smaller battery capacity than the average tablet (3,788 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    3,788 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • 34.3% lower review score
    Reviews score
    4.6/ 10
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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
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–¼ Worse than 98% of models

    4.6

    Mark 7.7 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    7.7

    Average grade

    20%

    7.8

    Popularity

    Grades by review (11)
    9 reviews: 7 with a printed score, 2 estimated from the review. 2 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    4.6 vs 7.0
  • 38.7% lower sentiment score
    4.6 vs 7.5
  • 13.6% worse value for money
    Toshiba Encore 2 WiFi (1GB + 32GB) has worse value for money than the average tablet (6.65 vs 7.6).
    6.65 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
  • 82.5% lower multi-core score
    This tablet has a lower multi-core score than the average tablet (331 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in multi-core tests.
    331 points vs 1,891 points
  • 80.1% lower single-core score
    This tablet has a lower single-core score than the average tablet (145 points vs 729 points). The average tablet scores 729 points in single-core tests.
    145 points vs 729 points
  • 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.
  • 64.4% less memory bandwidth
    This tablet has less memory bandwidth than the average tablet (5.3 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has 14.9 GB/s of memory bandwidth.
    5.3 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • 52.2% slower GPU clock
    This tablet runs its GPU slower than the average tablet (311 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet runs its GPU at 650 MHz.
    311 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • 50% less internal storage
    This tablet has less internal storage than the average tablet (32 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    32 GB vs 64 GB
  • 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
  • 57.1% larger process node
    This tablet has a larger process node than the average tablet (22 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet is built on 14 nm.
    22 nm vs 14 nm
  • More basic graphics
    This tablet has less advanced graphics than the average tablet (Intel HD Graphics vs Mali-G51).
    Intel HD Graphics vs Mali-G51
  • 8.5% lower CPU speed
    This tablet has a lower CPU speed than the average tablet (1.8 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    1.83 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 5 years older
    This tablet was released earlier than the average tablet (2014 vs 2019). The average tablet was released in 2019.
    July 2014
    2014 vs 2019
  • 105 nits dimmer screen
    This tablet is dimmer than the average tablet (296 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    296 nits vs 401 nits
  • Less durable glass
    This tablet has less durable glass than the average tablet (Plastic vs Corning Gorilla Glass). The average tablet uses Corning Gorilla Glass.
    Plastic vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • 104 nits lower typical brightness
    This tablet has a lower typical brightness than the average tablet (296 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    296 nits vs 400 nits
  • 2.1 inches smaller screen
    This tablet has a smaller screen than the average tablet (8 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    8 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • Less sharp display
    This tablet has a less sharp screen than the average tablet (1280×800 vs 1920×1200).
    1,280×800 vs 1,920×1,200
  • 14.5% softer screen detail
    This tablet has softer screen detail than the average tablet (189 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    189 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • Less vivid contrast
    This tablet has less contrast than the average tablet (881:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    881:1 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
  • 3.8 MP lower front resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution front camera than the average tablet (1.2 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    1.2 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.
  • 3 MP lower rear resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution rear camera than the average tablet (5 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a rear camera of 8 MP.
    5 MP vs 8 MP
  • No manual white balance
    This tablet does not support manual white balance, while the average tablet does. 51.5% of tablets support manual white balance.
  • No burst mode
    This tablet does not support burst mode, the average tablet does. 60.6% of tablets support burst mode.
  • No backside-illuminated sensor
    This tablet does not have a BSI sensor, while the average tablet does. 52.6% of tablets have a BSI sensor.
  • No timelapse video
    This tablet does not support timelapse video, while the average tablet does. 57.5% of tablets support timelapse video.
  • 42.6% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a smaller battery capacity than the average tablet (3,788 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    3,788 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • No fast charging
    This tablet does not support fast charging, while the average tablet does. 56.8% of tablets support fast charging.
  • 2 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (8 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    8 hours vs 10 hours
  • 88.9% slower charging
    This tablet charges slower than the average tablet (2 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    2 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
  • 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 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 widgets
    This tablet does not support widgets, the average tablet does. 93.6% of tablets support widgets.
  • No dark mode
    This tablet does not support dark mode, while the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets offer this.
  • 17 ms higher pen latency
    This tablet has higher pen latency than the average tablet (26 ms vs 9 ms). The average tablet has pen latency of 9 ms.
    26 ms vs 9 ms
  • 1.48 mm thicker
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (9.5 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    9.48 mm vs 8 mm

Video reviews

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

7.0
MobileTechReview
≈ estimated
02/12/2014
Full review · media use, USB drive and multitasking limits
Verdict
Toshiba Encore 2 WiFi is cheap and fine for single tasks like mail, browsing and video, but weak for multitasking.
9.0
Hands-On Tech
≈ estimated
27/08/2014
Hands-on review · sound, video and app tests
Verdict
Toshiba Encore 2 WiFi is clearly worth buying at this price if you need full Windows apps.
7.0
BASIC thinking
≈ estimated
03/06/2014
First look · hands-on at a trade show
Verdict
Toshiba Encore 2 WiFi is a simple, cheap tablet from a known maker with acceptable performance.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

7.0
laptopmag.com
✓ explicit
13/07/2014
Lab test · Budget Windows tablet
Verdict
The Toshiba Encore 2 10-inch is a slim Windows 8.1 tablet with Office 365 included, but it runs hot and its screen struggles in sunlight.
8.0
expertreviews.co.uk
✓ explicit
22/09/2014
Review · Budget Windows 8.1 tablet
Verdict
The Toshiba Encore 2 8-inch suits buyers wanting full Windows on a budget, but 1GB of memory and no full-size USB port limit it.
7.0
pocket-lint.com
✓ explicit
08/09/2014
Long-term test · Affordable Windows tablet
Verdict
The 10-inch Toshiba Encore 2 is an affordable Windows 8.1 tablet with a good screen and microSD slot, but a plasticky build and glitches keep it from standing out.
8.0
expertreviews.co.uk
✓ explicit
14/12/2014
Review · Budget 10-inch Windows tablet
Verdict
The Toshiba Encore 2 10-inch is a respectable Windows tablet for working on the move, with solid performance and Office 365, but its display is nothing special.
7.0
mobiletechreview.com
≈ estimated
09/12/2014
Lab test · Budget Windows tablet
Verdict
The Toshiba Encore 2 8-inch is a sharp, affordable Windows 8.1 tablet with good speakers, but 1GB of RAM makes multitasking rough.
8.0
digitalcitizen.life
✓ explicit
06/10/2014
Hands-on review · Windows 8.1 tablet
Verdict
The Toshiba Encore 2 is a stylish, well-built tablet that runs full desktop Windows, but it slows with five or more apps and loses Wi-Fi at random.
6.5
fwd.nl
✓ explicit
28/11/2014
Everyday use test · 8-inch Windows tablet
Verdict
The Toshiba Encore 2 WT8-B is a generic 8-inch Windows tablet that runs desktop programs and includes Office 365, but its battery life and reflective screen let it down.
8.0
id.nl
≈ estimated
20/12/2014
Hands-on review · Keyboard bundle
Verdict
The Toshiba Encore 2 WT10-A-103 is a light package with keyboard, cover and Office, best used on a table rather than on your lap.
7.4
notebookcheck.nl
✓ explicit
19/09/2014
Lab test · Budget Windows tablet
Verdict
The Toshiba Encore 2 WT8 is a light Windows tablet with good speakers and quick storage, but 1GB of RAM and a weaker processor make it hard to recommend.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Toshiba Encore 2 WiFi (1GB + 32GB)

  • Highly affordable for a full Windows 8.1 experience.
  • Good battery life, typically lasting between 7 to 9 hours of continuous use.
  • Lightweight and slim design compared to the original Encore model.
  • Includes a free one-year subscription to Microsoft Office 365 Personal.
  • MicroSD card slot allows for easy storage expansion up to 128GB.
  • Micro HDMI port included (on certain models), offering better connectivity than most competitors.

What customers don't like about Toshiba Encore 2 WiFi (1GB + 32GB)

  • Limited 1GB of RAM makes multitasking and demanding apps very slow.
  • Low screen resolution (1280 x 800) results in fuzzy text and pixelated images.
  • Unusual placement of the Windows Start button on the top edge of the device.
  • Tendency to run uncomfortably warm during everyday use.
  • Highly reflective display makes it difficult to use in bright or outdoor environments.
  • Build quality feels plasticky and the rear panel scuffs easily with travel.

Verdict

The Toshiba Encore 2 is an affordable Windows 8.1 tablet featuring an 8-inch or 10-inch IPS display with a 1280 x 800 resolution and a 1.33 GHz quad-core Intel Atom Z3735G processor. This specific configuration includes 1GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage, expandable via a microSD slot. Key characteristics include a slim satin gold chassis, a 5MP rear camera with 1080p video capture, and integrated stereo speakers. Main pros are its full Windows application compatibility, lightweight portable design, and inclusion of a one-year Office 365 subscription. However, common cons include limited multitasking performance due to the 1GB RAM, a significant portion of the 32GB storage being consumed by the OS, and the lack of a dedicated HDMI port.

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