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Asus Padfone

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3.9
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User ratings:
36
4.1 out of 5
36 user ratings
5 stars
33 %
4 stars
44 %
3 stars
19 %
2 stars
2 %
1 stars
0 %
Editorial reviews:
11
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3.8 out of 5
6 user ratings
5 stars
0 %
4 stars
66 %
3 stars
33 %
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Pros

  • PadFone works quite well as a phone
  • Nice full-HD display on phone and tablet
  • Quick and easy transition from phone to tablet

Cons

  • the inconsistent screen-switching experience
  • looks pretty clunky and has an unbalanced weight distribution
  • by overaggressive noise reduction

Key specs

  • 8 Mpx
  • 4.3 in
  • 960, 540 px
  • Super AMOLED
  • 256 ppi
  • 1520 mAh
  • Dual-core
  • 0.3 Mpx

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Asus Padfone - Pros & Cons

Asus Padfone

Pros

  • PadFone works quite well as a phone
  • Nice full-HD display on phone and tablet
  • Quick and easy transition from phone to tablet
  • the mobile duo made a good impression in terms of controls and handling
  • It is a good average for this device category
  • performance ranking in Geekbench 2 is also good
  • good-looking and pleasant-to-the-touch exterior
  • PadFone has good cards
  • equipment ensures a solid performance even in connection with the PadFone Station
  • overall sound quality is good and balanced for a tablet
  • viewing angles are great

Cons

  • the inconsistent screen-switching experience
  • looks pretty clunky and has an unbalanced weight distribution
  • by overaggressive noise reduction
  • it took far too much effort
  • sounded somewhat muted and gave my voice a nasal quality
  • the keyboard is pretty heavy
  • stylus is not only an input device
  • touchscreen often takes a short break
  • pictures lack focus and saturated colors
  • It lacks a bit of brightness for outdoor use
  • The colors look a bit pale and the pictures look a bit overexposed

Asus Padfone - Technical Overview

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IconScreen size
4.3 in
Best:
Asus FonePad 8
Screen size: 8 in
IconBattery capacity
1520 mAh
Best:
Doogee BL12000
Battery capacity: 12000 mAh
IconPixel density
256 ppi
Best:
Sony Xperia Z6
Pixel density: 891 ppi
IconCPU clock speed
1.5 GHz
Best:
Motorola Moto G100
CPU clock speed: 3.2 GHz

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Asus Padfone - Full Specifications

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Hardware
Operating systemAndroid 4.0
CPU clock speed1.5 GHz
CPU coresDual-core
CPU modelQualcomm Snapdragon S4 MSM8260A
GPU modelQualcomm Adreno 225
RAM memory1 GB
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Rear camera
Primary sensor resolution8.0 Mpx
Highest video resolution1920 x 1080 px
Autofocusyes
Digital Image Stabilizationyes
Digital zoomyes
Geo-taggingyes
LED Flashyes
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Storage
Memory card readeryes
Maximum card storage32GB
Types of memory card supportedmicroSD
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Dimensions
Height5.04 in
Width2.57 in
Depth0.36 in
Weight4.55 oz
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Connectivity
Sim card sizeMini-SIM
Bluetoothyes
Bluetooth version4.0
Headphone connection3.5 mm
Type of USB connectorMicro-USB
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Battery
Battery typeLithium ion
Battery capacity1520.0 mAh
Standby time370.0 h
Talk time8.0 h
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Display
Screen size4.3 in
Panel typeOLED
Resolution960 x 540 px
TechnologySuper AMOLED
Pixel density256.0 ppi
Dual screen supportyes
Multi touchyes
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Front camera
Primary resolution0.3 Mpx
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Design
Colour of product
  • Black
  • Brown
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Sensors
Accelerometeryes
Proximityyes
Digital compassyes
Ambient light sensoryes
Gyroscopeyes
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Cellular
Wireless network (Wi-Fi)yes
Data transmissionHSPA+
Navigation systemGPS
2G GSMyes
GSM frequencies
  • 850 MHz
  • 900 MHz
  • 1800 MHz
  • 1900 MHz
4G LTEyes

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Asus Padfone Asus - Editorial Reviews (11)

3.8
Based on 11 reviews
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Asus Padfone Asus PadFone
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CNET
Published: 05.03.2012
Asus PadFone

The Asus PadFone is a 4.3-inch smart phone that slots into a 10-inch tablet, running both off Ice Cream Sandwich.

Asus Padfone Asus PadFone X review
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Android Central
Published: 10.06.2014
Asus PadFone X review

It’s finally here. After what seems like an eternity of waiting with baited breath, the Asus PadFone X has finally arrived on AT&T shelves and, in large part, it was well worth the wait.

Asus Padfone Asus Padfone review | Stuff
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Asus Padfone review | Stuff

Asus' PadFone doesn't do things by halves – it's a smartphone that slots seamlessly into a tablet dock. But does it work?

Asus Padfone ASUS Padfone S Review - The Zenfone On Steroids – Pokde.Net
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Pokde.Net
Published: 30.11.2014
ASUS Padfone S Review - The Zenfone On Steroids – Pokde.Net
4.4

We take the ASUS Padfone S for a spin. And we are about to blow your mind with our findings. If you are looking for a budget phone, then you should definitely consider the ASUS Padfone S!

Asus Padfone Asus PadFone X Review
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Published: 10.06.2014
Asus PadFone X Review

Asus' PadFone X is a phone that turns into a tablet when you plug it into the back of its tablet shell.

Asus Padfone Home review
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whathifi
Published: 09.04.2013
Home review
3.0

The PadFone is still an excellent idea, but this one has too many niggles

Asus Padfone Asus PadFone review
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The Verge
Published: 06.06.2012
Asus PadFone review
3.4

Taking the phone / tablet debate to a new level

Asus Padfone Review Asus PadFone Smartphone
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Notebookcheck
Published: 05.11.2012
Review Asus PadFone Smartphone
4.1

In-depth review of the Asus Padfone (Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 MSM8260A, Qualcomm Adreno 225, 4.3", 0.13 kg) with numerous measurements, benchmarks and ratings

Asus Padfone Asus PadFone X (AT&T) Review
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PCMAG
Published: 31.05.2014
Asus PadFone X (AT&T) Review
4.0

While not a perfect union, the modular Asus PadFone X offers a compelling smartphone and tablet combo for the price of a typical smartphone alone.

Asus Padfone Asus Padfone Review
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Digit.in/hi/
Published: 20.12.2013
Asus Padfone Review
4.0

Read the in depth Review of Asus Padfone Mobile Phones. Know detailed info about Asus Padfone configuration, design and performance quality along with pros & cons, Digit rating, verdict based on user opinions/feedback.

Asus Padfone Unique two-in-one hybrid proves to be more than a gimmick
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CNET
Published: 21.08.2014
Unique two-in-one hybrid proves to be more than a gimmick

The PadFone X is a quad-core handset that docks itself into a fully functioning 9-inch tablet. Useful? Yes. Weird? Perhaps. But just don't call it a party trick.