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Toshiba Excite Pro WiFi (2GB + 16GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£180RAM capacity:2 GBInternal storage:16 GBScreen size:10.1 inchesChipset:Nvidia Tegra 4

Toshiba Excite Pro WiFi (2GB + 16GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 8 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Toshiba Excite Pro WiFi (2GB + 16GB)
6.1/10

Overall score

Score
6.1/ 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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Score components

35%

5.3

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

5.3

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 82% of tablets
7.2

Value for money

Value for money
7.2/ 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%

6.1

Overall score

30%

9.6

Price

â–¼Worse than 72%
5.3

Technical score

Technical score
5.3/ 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%

4.8

Performance

20%

5.3

Display

16%

6.0

Camera

14%

4.3

Battery

12%

5.9

Connectivity

8%

6.1

Software

5%

5.3

Design

3%

5.7

Audio

â–¼Worse than 77%
5.3

Reviews score

Reviews score
5.3/ 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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5.3

Mark 7.6 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

7.6

Average grade

20%

7.4

Popularity

Grades by review (8)
6 reviews: 5 with a printed score, 1 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 83%
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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~ £180
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.
Other versions:
2GB + 16GB2GB + 32GB

What reviewers say about the Toshiba Excite Pro WiFi (2GB + 16GB)

Based on 6 · 3

Reviewers love the sharp screen and quick performance, but complain about glare, a dim display and an unconvincing build.
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Technical Specifications of tablet Toshiba Excite Pro WiFi (2GB + 16GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.3/ 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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Score components:

22%

4.8

Performance

20%

5.3

Display

16%

6.0

Camera

14%

4.3

Battery

12%

5.9

Connectivity

8%

6.1

Software

5%

5.3

Design

3%

5.7

Audio

5.3
Reviews score
5.3
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.2/ 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
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Score components:

70%

6.1

Overall score

30%

9.6

Price

7.2
RAM capacity
2 GB
Market range: <1 GB – >8 GB
This tablet has 2 GB of RAM, which is less than 61.3% of tablets and equal to 15.5% 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
Nvidia Tegra 4
This tablet runs on Nvidia Tegra 4, which is less advanced than 64% of tablets and equal to 0.8% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Screen resolution
2560×1600
This tablet has a 2560×1600 screen, which is sharper than 77.5% of tablets and equal to 10% 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
299 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 299 ppi, which is higher than 91.3% of tablets and equal to 1% of tablets.
Display glass type
Corning Gorilla Glass 2
This tablet protects its screen with Corning Gorilla Glass 2, which is more durable than 78.3% of tablets and the same as 1.9% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical stabilisation. 0.4% of tablets offer this.
Main camera megapixels
8 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a rear camera with 8 MP resolution, which is higher than 36.4% of tablets and equal to 31.9% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
1.2 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
f/2.2
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/2.2, which is wider than 30.1% of tablets and equal to 27.3% of tablets.
Optical zoom
N/A
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Battery capacity
4,230 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 4,230 mAh battery capacity, which is smaller than 81.6% of tablets and equal to 0.1% of tablets.
Charging speed
36 W
Market range: <10 W – >45 W
This tablet charges at 36 W, which is faster than 79.2% of tablets and equal to 0.6% of tablets.
Battery life
6.2 hours
Market range: <7 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 6.2 hours, which is shorter than that of 91.9% of tablets and equal to that of 0.1% of tablets.
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets offer this.
Fast charging
yes
This tablet supports fast charging. 43.2% of tablets offer this.
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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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Operating system
Android
This tablet uses the Android operating system, which is more advanced than the one used by 23.2%.
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
630.5 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 630.5 g, which is heavier than 81.4% of tablets and equal to 0.1% 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
2
Market range: <1 – >3
This tablet has a microphone array of 2, which is more than 55.1% of tablets and equal to 32.7% 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
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say

Toshiba Excite Pro WiFi (2GB + 16GB) vs the average tablet

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  • 35.3% sharper screen detail
    This tablet has sharper screen detail than the average tablet (299 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    299 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • Sharper display
    This tablet has a sharper screen than the average tablet (2560×1600 vs 1920×1200).
    2,560×1,600 vs 1,920×1,200
  • 2x faster charging
    This tablet charges faster than the average tablet (36 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    36 W vs 18 W
  • Supports PDAF
    This tablet supports PDAF, the average tablet does not. 28% of tablets support PDAF.
  • 68 more GPU execution units
    This tablet has more GPU execution units than the average tablet (72 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    72 vs 4
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Nvidia Tegra 4 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Nvidia Tegra 4 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 1 more microphones
    This tablet has more microphones than the average tablet (2 vs 1). The average tablet's microphone count is 1.
    2 vs 1
  • Built-in camera flash
    This tablet has a camera flash, while the average tablet does not. 45.5% of tablets have one.
  • 68 more GPU execution units
    This tablet has more GPU execution units than the average tablet (72 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    72 vs 4
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Nvidia Tegra 4 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Nvidia Tegra 4 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 35.3% sharper screen detail
    This tablet has sharper screen detail than the average tablet (299 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    299 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • Sharper display
    This tablet has a sharper screen than the average tablet (2560×1600 vs 1920×1200).
    2,560×1,600 vs 1,920×1,200
  • More durable glass
    This tablet has more durable glass than the average tablet (Corning Gorilla Glass 2 vs Corning Gorilla Glass). The average tablet uses Corning Gorilla Glass.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 2 vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • Supports PDAF
    This tablet supports PDAF, the average tablet does not. 28% of tablets support PDAF.
  • Built-in camera flash
    This tablet has a camera flash, while the average tablet does not. 45.5% of tablets have one.
  • 2x faster charging
    This tablet charges faster than the average tablet (36 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    36 W vs 18 W
  • Supports HDMI output
    This tablet supports HDMI output, while the average tablet does not. 49.8% of tablets offer this.
    micro-HDMI port
  • 1 more microphones
    This tablet has more microphones than the average tablet (2 vs 1). The average tablet's microphone count is 1.
    2 vs 1
  • 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.
  • 3.8 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (6.2 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    6.2 hours vs 10 hours
  • 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
  • More basic graphics
    This tablet has less advanced graphics than the average tablet (ULP GeForce vs Mali-G51).
    ULP GeForce vs Mali-G51
  • 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
  • 24.3% lower review score
    Reviews score
    5.3/ 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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    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models

    5.3

    Mark 7.6 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    7.6

    Average grade

    20%

    7.4

    Popularity

    Grades by review (8)
    6 reviews: 5 with a printed score, 1 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.
    5.3 vs 7.0
  • 35.9% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a smaller battery capacity than the average tablet (4,230 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    4,230 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • 24.3% lower review score
    Reviews score
    5.3/ 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 83% of models

    5.3

    Mark 7.6 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    7.6

    Average grade

    20%

    7.4

    Popularity

    Grades by review (8)
    6 reviews: 5 with a printed score, 1 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.
    5.3 vs 7.0
  • 5.5% worse value for money
    Toshiba Excite Pro WiFi (2GB + 16GB) has worse value for money than the average tablet (7.16 vs 7.6).
    7.16 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
  • More basic graphics
    This tablet has less advanced graphics than the average tablet (ULP GeForce vs Mali-G51).
    ULP GeForce vs Mali-G51
  • 2 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM than the average tablet (2 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    2 GB vs 4 GB
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 10% 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.
    1.8 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 6 years older
    This tablet was released earlier than the average tablet (2013 vs 2019). The average tablet was released in 2019.
    July 2013
    2013 vs 2019
  • 20% slower GPU clock
    This tablet runs its GPU slower than the average tablet (520 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet runs its GPU at 650 MHz.
    520 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • 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
  • 78 nits dimmer screen
    This tablet is dimmer than the average tablet (323 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    323 nits vs 401 nits
  • 77 nits lower typical brightness
    This tablet has a lower typical brightness than the average tablet (323 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    323 nits vs 400 nits
  • Less vivid contrast
    This tablet has less contrast than the average tablet (940:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    940:1 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.
  • 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 burst mode
    This tablet does not support burst mode, the average tablet does. 60.6% of tablets support burst mode.
  • No timelapse video
    This tablet does not support timelapse video, while the average tablet does. 57.5% of tablets support timelapse video.
  • 3.8 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (6.2 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    6.2 hours vs 10 hours
  • 35.9% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a smaller battery capacity than the average tablet (4,230 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    4,230 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • No USB-C port
    This tablet does not have a USB Type-C port, while the average tablet does. 54% of tablets have one.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This tablet has an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (4 vs 5).
    4 vs 5
  • 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 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.
  • 28.7% heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (630.5 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    630.5 g vs 490 g
  • 2.2 mm thicker
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (10.2 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    10.2 mm vs 8 mm
  • 86.3 mm wider
    This tablet is wider than the average tablet (261.6 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    261.6 mm vs 175.3 mm

Video reviews

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

9.0
Geekanoids
≈ estimated
06/09/2013
Hands-on review · screen, sound, camera and performance
Verdict
Toshiba Excite Pro WiFi is a strong large-tablet alternative, mainly for its sharp high-resolution screen.
4.0
Damir Franc
≈ estimated
13/08/2013
Hands-on review · gaming, browsing, heat and battery tests
Verdict
Toshiba Excite Pro WiFi isn't recommended, mainly because it overheats and slows down during long gaming sessions.
9.0
Geekanoids
≈ estimated
13/08/2013
First look · unboxing and first impressions
Verdict
Toshiba Excite Pro WiFi impresses so far, with a sharp screen, comfortable grip and quick start-up.
Not graded

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
pocket-lint.com
✓ explicit
28/01/2014
Long-term test · Android tablet
Verdict
The Toshiba Excite Pro is a solid, slim Android tablet with a very sharp screen, but its plain looks and speaker placement keep it from standing out.
5.0
laptopmag.com
✓ explicit
06/08/2013
Benchmark test · Display and speed
Verdict
The Toshiba Excite Pro is very fast, with a sharp screen and good speakers, but its dim display and weaker battery life hold it back.
8.5
notebookcheck.com
✓ explicit
05/08/2013
Lab test · Tegra 4 tablet
Verdict
The Toshiba Excite Pro offers a sharp screen, fast Tegra 4 chip and near-stock Android, but its case dents and creaks easily.
9.0
hifitest.de
✓ explicit
07/10/2013
Lab test · Android all-rounder
Verdict
The Toshiba Excite Pro is a strong all-round tablet with a stable screen and plain Android, offering good value, though its metal-look case is plastic.
7.0
chip.de
≈ estimated
06/02/2014
Lab test · Performance check
Verdict
The Toshiba Excite Pro is fast and easy to handle, with a very sharp screen, but its battery life is only average for its size.
8.4
xatakandroid.com
✓ explicit
13/12/2013
Hands-on test · Performance tablet
Verdict
The Toshiba Excite Pro is a powerful, comfortable tablet that lasts two to three days of normal use, though it ships with an older Android version.

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What customers like about Toshiba Excite Pro WiFi (2GB + 16GB)

  • Retina-like 2560 x 1600 resolution display that is exceptionally sharp
  • Powerful Nvidia Tegra 4 quad-core processor providing zippy performance for gaming and multitasking
  • High-quality Harman Kardon stereo speakers that deliver loud and clear audio
  • Generous connectivity options, including Micro-HDMI, Micro-USB, and a MicroSD card slot for expansion
  • Slim and lightweight design that is comfortable to hold for extended periods

What customers don't like about Toshiba Excite Pro WiFi (2GB + 16GB)

  • Tendency to run hot quickly, especially during intensive tasks like gaming
  • Battery life trails behind competitors, often failing to reach the manufacturer's claimed hours during active use
  • The screen has high reflectivity and mediocre maximum brightness, making outdoor viewing difficult
  • Frequent software bugginess, including occasional stutters, freezes, and app crashes
  • Slow camera performance, with a long delay (up to 8 seconds) between consecutive shots

Verdict

The Toshiba Excite Pro is a high-performance 10.1-inch Android tablet powered by an NVIDIA Tegra 4 quad-core processor (1.8GHz) paired with 2GB of RAM and 16GB of internal storage. Its standout feature is the PixelPure IPS display, which boasts a stunning 2560 x 1600 resolution and approximately 299 ppi density for exceptional clarity. Additional characteristics include Harman Kardon stereo speakers, an 8MP rear camera with LED flash, a 1.2MP front camera, and extensive connectivity options such as a microSDXC slot, micro-HDMI, and dual-band Wi-Fi. Main pros are its powerful processing for gaming, its retina-like screen quality, and versatile expansion ports. However, common cons cited include a tendency for the device to run hot during heavy use, a relatively bulky and heavy plastic build, and battery life that often falls short of its high-end competitors.

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