Asus ZenPad Z8

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While it's not fit for writing your next term paper on, the Asus ZenPad Z8 is our favorite budget Android tablet and is perfect for casual use.

-- As reviewed by cnet

TechSpot Metascore

Based on 7 expert reviews

Excellent:

0
Good:

3
Average:

2
Bad:

2

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Last revision on March 12, 2019

Reviewers Liked

Bright, vivid display
Decent performance
Excellent battery life
Great sound
Light design
Reversible TypeC port

Reviewers Didn't Like

Pauses between apps
Heavy UI layer
Choppy video recording
Too much Verizon bloatware

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Expert reviews and ratings

By Phone Arena on October 26, 2016 82

It's been quite a while since I've actually had and used an Android tablet for a prolonged period of time. The last Android-powered tablet that I can remember owning myself was the 2nd generation of the Google Nexus 7, and while using the ZenPad Z8,...

By GadgetReview on August 30, 2016 74

The tablet market isn't quite as dynamic as the smartphone space, but that doesn't mean that there aren't exciting devices coming out. ASUS is one of those underdog but long-standing mobile manufacturers who stick by their strategy and continue to push...

By PCWorld on August 04, 2016 60

For someone shopping on a budget and insistent on getting a tablet from Verizon Wireless spending $250 on the contract-free version of the ZenPad Z8 isn’t the worst decision you could make.

By greenbot.com on August 04, 2016 60

If you couldn't tell by looking at the front of the the Asus ZenPad Z8, Verizon Wireless has placed its exclusive claim to this tablet. Verizon sure loves putting its logo in places it's hard to miss, like directly underneath the display. Forgoing...

By PC Mag on August 04, 2016 70

The Asus ZenPad Z8 for Verizon Wireless is a relatively affordable Android tablet with a sharp display and solid performance, but you'll get more for your money elsewhere if you don't need a tablet with cellular...

By cnet on July 29, 2016 80

While it's not fit for writing your next term paper on, the Asus ZenPad Z8 is our favorite budget Android tablet and is perfect for casual...

By LaptopMag on July 21, 2016 80

The Asus ZenPad Z8 is a 7.9-inch Android tablet with solid performance and a beautiful...

By technobuffalo.com on August 06, 2016

Last week I packed up my laptop, some clothing, toiletries and a handful of smaller gadgets and made the 30-minute trip to my parents' house in an effort to escape a particularly brutal New York summer heat wave. Unfortunately, that meant leaving my...

By Android Authority on July 21, 2016

The ASUS ZenPad Z8 is now available through Verizon Wireless for $250 off contract (or $10.41/mo. for 24 months). That's a very competitive price, and you'll be hard pressed to find a comparable cellular connected tablet.You can also purchase the Z8 for...

Asus ZenPad Z8

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