ASUS ZenPad 7.0 (Z370CG) Tablet Review

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The ASUS ZenPad 7.0 (Z370CG) tablet was designed as a more affordable alternative to the Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0. Priced at least 30% lower than the Galaxy Tab A 8.0, it even offers a higher resolution screen and a higher-resolution rear camera. How did ASUS accomplish this feat?

A major reason is the Intel Atom x3 SoC that powers the ZenPad 7.0. Codenamed SoFIA, it is a low-cost chip that combines a quad-core Intel Atom CPU, an ARM GPU, and a 3G modem. The ZenPad 7.0 uses a detuned Intel Atom x3-C3230RK, allowing ASUS to achieve a lower price point with better features.

So what does ASUS’ experiment with the Intel Atom x3 chip offer in return? Take a look at this comparison of the ASUS ZenPad 7.0 and the Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 :

Specifications
ASUS ZenPad 7.0
Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0
ModelZ370CGSM-T350N
Operating System
Android 5.0 Lollipop
PlatformIntel Atom x3 (SoFIA)Qualcomm Snapdragon 410
Processor900 MHz* Intel Atom x3-C3230 (quad-core) processor1.2 GHz ARM Cortex A53 (quad-core) processor
GPUARM Mali-450 MP4Qualcomm Adreno 306
Display7" IPS display
- 800 x 1280 resolution
- 216 ppi pixel density		8" IPS display
- 768 x 1024 resolution
- 160 ppi pixel density
Primary Camera8 MP PixelMaster camera5 MP camera
Secondary Camera
2 MP camera
Memory
2 GB LPDDR3 SDRAM
Internal Storage
16 GB flash storage
Storage Expansion
microSD slot
- supports up to 128 GB
SIM Card Slot
Single micro SIM
Connectivity- HSPA+ 21.1/5.76 Mbps
- HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
- GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
- 802.11 b/g/n WiFi
- Bluetooth v4.0, A2DP, EDR, LE		- HSPA+ 21.1/5.76 Mbps
- HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100 / 2700
- GSM 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
- 802.11 a/b/g/n WiFi
- Bluetooth v4.1, A2DP, EDR, LE
GPS
Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS
NFC
No
Fingerprint Sensor
No
Radio
No
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Built-In StylusNoYes, S Pen
BatteryNon-removable 2600 mAh Li-Po batteryNon-removable 4200 mAh Li-Po battery
Dimensions- 110.9 mm wide
- 189.0 mm tall
- 8.7 mm thick		- 137.9 mm wide
- 208.3 mm tall
- 7.5 mm thick
Weight272 g313 g
Colour Options- Black
- White
- Metallic		- Smoky Titanium
- Smoky Blue
- White
Current PriceRM 749 (~USD 179)RM 1099 (~USD 255)

* For more information on its true CPU speed, please see this article.

Now, let’s check out the ASUS ZenPad 7.0 in detail, and see how it performs…

Updated @ 2016-03-13 : Revamped the review with an additional page and links to the ASUS Power Case review.

 

What’s Inside The Box?

The ASUS ZenPad 7.0 that is sold here in Malaysia comes in a slightly larger box, because it contains a surprise inside – an extra ASUS ZenCase. The ASUS ZenPad 7.0 is available in three colour options – Black, White and Metallic, so check the colour printed on the back label to make sure you are getting the right colour.

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When you open the box, you will find the following items :

For more details, take a look at our previous article – Unboxing The ASUS ZenPad 7.0 Tablet.

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