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Asus Transformer Pad TF103

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User ratings:
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4.3 out of 5
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3.6 out of 5
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Pros

  • quick access to settings and more polished media galleries
  • front-facing camera works fine for video conferencing
  • The improved hinge is foolproof

Cons

  • Clicking and dragging on text does not highlight it
  • it too awkward when scaled up to tablet size
  • OneNote Android app was not a smooth experience

Key specs

  • 1 GB
  • 2
  • 16 GB
  • IPS, LCD, TFT
  • 10.1 in
  • 1280, 800 px
  • 149 ppi
  • 0.3 Mpx
  • yes

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Asus Transformer Pad TF103 - Pros & Cons

Asus Transformer Pad TF103

Pros

  • quick access to settings and more polished media galleries
  • front-facing camera works fine for video conferencing
  • The improved hinge is foolproof
  • The improved hinge is easy to use and sturdy
  • Connecting and disconnecting the two is almost foolproof
  • the preloaded software is useful and well designed
  • It delivers a good sound quality to external output devices
  • quick and intuitive in the Transformer Pad TF103C
  • faster and with a good result outdoors
  • Setting up pages was also still quite swift
  • The speakers provide a great sound for a tablet

Cons

  • Clicking and dragging on text does not highlight it
  • it too awkward when scaled up to tablet size
  • OneNote Android app was not a smooth experience
  • The onscreen keyboard is terrible
  • the slow loading will be more problematic
  • Low detail
  • blown-out highlights and lots of noise are
  • The buttons are a bit noisy
  • missing in the dock this time around -- a secondary battery
  • find a lot of future-proofing inside
  • Bass is equally weak -- playing dance music

Asus Transformer Pad TF103 - Technical Overview

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IconCPU Frequency
1.6 GHz
Best:
Wacom Cintiq Companion
CPU Frequency: 3 GHz
IconCPU Cores
2
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IconPixel density
149 ppi
Best:
Hisense VIDAA Mirror
Pixel density: 431 ppi
IconScreen size
10.1 in
Best:
Planar Helium PCT2785
Screen size: 27 in

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Asus Transformer Pad TF103 - Full Specifications

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Display
Display technology
  • IPS
  • LCD
  • TFT
Screen size10.1 in
Resolution1280 x 800 px
Pixel density149.0 ppi
Touchscreenyes
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Technical details
Operating system
  • Android 4.4
  • KitKat
RAM memory1 GB
CPU Cores2
CPU Frequency1.6 GHz
CPU ModelSaltwell
GPU ModelPowerVR SGX544
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Sensors
Accelerometeryes
Ambient light sensoryes
Gyroscopeyes
Digital compassyes
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Connectivity
Bluetoothyes
Bluetooth version4.0
Charging connectionMicro-USB
Headphone connection3.5mm
DLNAyes
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Dimensions
Height7.02 in
Width10.14 in
Depth0.4 in
Weight19.58 oz
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Storage
Internal storage16 GB
Maximum memory card size64.0 GB
Memory card supportedmicroSD
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Camera
Rear camerayes
Front camerayes
Rear resolution0.3 Mpx
Front resolution2.0 Mpx
Video resolution720p
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Network
Wi-Fiyes
3Gyes
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Power
Battery typeLi-Po
Battery capacity5070.0 mAh
Battery life9.0 h

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Asus Transformer Pad TF103 Asus - Editorial Reviews (8)

3.6
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Asus Transformer Pad TF103 Transformer Pad TF103 is an affordable tablet hybrid with a basic build
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CNET
Published: 12.01.2015
Transformer Pad TF103 is an affordable tablet hybrid with a basic build

The new Transformer Pad is reminiscent of netbooks of the past, boasting a detachable keyboard and limited computing abilities at a price that's easy on the pocketbook.

Asus Transformer Pad TF103 Asus Transformer Pad TF103 review
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TechRadar
Published: 10.09.2014
Asus Transformer Pad TF103 review
3.5

Transformers, tablets in disguise

Asus Transformer Pad TF103 Asus Transformer Pad TF103C-1B072A Tablet Review
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Notebookcheck
Published: 09.07.2014
Asus Transformer Pad TF103C-1B072A Tablet Review
4.1

In-depth review of the Asus Transformer Pad TF103C-1B072A (Intel Atom Z3745, Intel HD Graphics (Bay Trail), 10.1", 1.1 kg) with numerous measurements, benchmarks, and ratings

Asus Transformer Pad TF103 Asus Transformer Pad TF103C review: This hybrid is better for fun than work
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pcworld.com_techhive.com
Published: 01.08.2014
Asus Transformer Pad TF103C review: This hybrid is better for fun than work
3.5

This 10.1-inch tablet delivers plenty of bang for the buck, but it's not a great productivity tool.

Asus Transformer Pad TF103 ASUS Transformer Pad TF103C Review - Hybrid Tablets
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LaptopMag
Published: 02.07.2014
ASUS Transformer Pad TF103C Review - Hybrid Tablets
3.5

The Android-powered ASUS Transformer Pad TF103C sports a vivid screen, excellent audio and a keyboard dock for $299.

Asus Transformer Pad TF103 Asus Transformer Pad TF103 review
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T3
Published: 03.07.2014
Asus Transformer Pad TF103 review
3.0

Can the Asus Transformer Pad TF103 replace your laptop and tablet?

Asus Transformer Pad TF103 ASUS Transformer Pad TF103C review: a speedy budget tablet with a few sacrifices
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Engadget
Published: 18.07.2014
ASUS Transformer Pad TF103C review: a speedy budget tablet with a few sacrifices
3.7

When it comes to ASUS, buying a full-size Android tablet has usually meant venturing past the $300 mark; even the Transformer Book T100 set you back $349 when it first came out, and that was considered a steal.

Asus Transformer Pad TF103 Asus Transformer Pad TF103 review: A good 10-inch option
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The Indian Express
Published: 23.12.2014
Asus Transformer Pad TF103 review: A good 10-inch option

The 'Transformer' series by Asus is all about hybrid devices, tablets that can be docked with a keyboard to be used as a laptop.

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