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Release date: 19 Jul 2017
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ASUS ZenPad S 8.0 Z580C-1A031A tablet review

ASUS ZenPad S 8.0 Z580C-1A031A. Display diagonal: 20.3 cm (8"), Display resolution: 2048 x 1536 pixels. Internal storage capacity: 32 GB. Processor frequency: 1.83 GHz, Processor family: Intel Atom®, Processor model: Z3560. Internal memory: 2 GB. Rear camera resolution (numeric): 5 MP, Rear camera type: Single camera, Front camera resolution (numeric): 2 MP. Top Wi-Fi standard: Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n). Card reader integrated. Weight: 317 g. Operating system installed: Android 5.0. Product colour: Black

Fashion-inspired design

The design of ASUS ZenPad S 8.0 carries modern influences and a simple, clean look that gives it a universal and stylish appeal. These elements are inspired by our Zen design philosophy of balancing beauty and strength.

Bigger while smaller

ASUS ZenPad S 8.0 is an 8-inch tablet that is only 6.6mm thin, weighs just 298g, and has a 74% screen-to-body ratio — an incredible engineering achievement made possible by reducing the bezel width to the bare minimum.

A vivid and rich HDTV tablet experience

ASUS VisualMaster is a suite of exclusive visual enhancement technologies that combine hardware and software to optimize all aspects of the display — including contrast, sharpness, color, clarity, and brightness — resulting in an incredibly realistic viewing experience. With ASUS VisualMaster, it’s just like being there.

Intelligent contrast

Intelligent contrast enhancement analyzes and optimizes each pixel in an image before it is reproduced, rendering more detail in the highlights and shadows to reveal the true beauty in your pictures.

Clear, Blur-Free motion

ASUS ZenPad S 8.0 is equipped with ASUS Tru2Life+ technology, which improves video with fast action scenes — such as sports — by increasing the screen refresh rate, resulting in reduced blur and smooth, detailed motion. * Available in Z580CA

Performance for today, and beyond

ASUS ZenPad S 8.0 is powered by a 64-bit Intel Atom Z3580* processor and has 4GB RAM, so you can enjoy fast web surfing, smooth video playback, great gaming experiences, and multi-tasking that doesn’t leave you waiting. * May vary by SKU and country

Cinematic audio

ASUS ZenPad S 8.0 features DTS-HD Premium Sound and SonicMaster technology to provide the ultimate audio experience.

See what others can’t see

ASUS ZenPad S 8.0’s 8MP* PixelMaster camera captures stunning, high-resolution photos with zero shutter lag. The industry-leading Low Light mode employs pixel-merging technology to capture up to 400% brighter photos at night, or in low-light scenes, without the need for a flash. * May vary by SKU and country

Brand new ZenUIâ„¢

ASUS ZenUI has more than 1,000 features that improve upon the standard Android interface. You’ll enjoy a simpler and smarter experience, with a stylish new layout that expands white space for a cleaner design, placing the information you need front and center. The brand new ZenUI is brighter, smarter, simpler and even more beautiful. It knows what you need, expresses your thoughts and feelings, and connects you wherever you go.

Z Stylus

Z Stylus is designed especially for ASUS ZenPad S 8.0 to provide a natural writing and drawing experience that's as easy as using a pen. With pinpoint accuracy and sensitive multi-touch technology, Z Stylus is perfectly suited for creative tasks such as sketching, painting, and even design work.

ASUS ZenPad S 8.0 TriCover

ASUS ZenPad S 8.0 TriCover provides comprehensive and stylish protection for ASUS ZenPad S 8.0, and is available in a choice of three vibrant colors with exquisite textured finishes for expressing your personal style. Just 0.8mm at its thinnest point, TriCover is thin and lightweight, and doubles as a convenient stand for watching videos and typing.

ASUS ZenPad S 8.0 Z580C-1A031A tablet specs

Display

Touchscreen type: Capacitive
Touch technology: Multi-touch
LED backlight: yes
Panel type: IPS
Display resolution: 2048 x 1536 pixels
Display diagonal: 20.3 cm (8")

Processor

Conflict-Free processor: yes
Processor cache type: Smart Cache
Processor lithography: 22 nm
Processor operating modes: 32-bit, 64-bit
Processor package size: 14 x 14 mm
Supported instruction sets: AES,SSE2,SSE3,SSE4.1,SSE4.2,SSSE3
Thermal Monitoring Technologies: yes
Tjunction: 90 °C
UART: yes
Processor cache: 2 MB
Processor threads: 4
Processor cores: 4
Processor boost frequency: 1.83 GHz
Processor frequency: 1.83 GHz
Processor model: Z3560
Processor family: Intel Atom®
Processor manufacturer: Intel

Memory

Internal memory: 2 GB

Storage

Storage media: Flash
Maximum memory card size: 128 GB
Compatible memory cards: MicroSD (TransFlash), MicroSDXC
Card reader integrated: yes
Internal storage capacity: 32 GB

Audio

Built-in microphone: yes
Number of built-in speakers: 2
Built-in speaker(s): yes

Camera

Front camera resolution (numeric): 2 MP
Front camera: yes
Video recording: yes
Rear camera resolution (numeric): 5 MP
Rear camera: yes
Rear camera type: Single camera

Network

Wi-Fi standards: 802.11a,802.11g,Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac),802.11b,Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Top Wi-Fi standard: Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Bluetooth version: 4.1
Bluetooth: yes

Ports & interfaces

Combo headphone/mic port: yes
Headphone out: no
Microphone in: no
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C ports quantity: 1
Micro-USB 2.0 ports quantity: 1

Design

Device type: Mini tablet
Product colour: Black
Form factor: Slate

Performance

Electronic compass: yes
Ambient light sensor: yes
Accelerometer: yes
GLONASS: yes
Position location: yes

Software

Operating system installed: Android 5.0
Platform: Android

Processor special features

Embedded options available: no
Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology: yes
Execute Disable Bit: yes
Idle States: yes
Intel 64: yes
Intel Smart Idle Technology: yes
Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x): yes
Intel® AES New Instructions (Intel® AES-NI): yes
Intel® Secure Key: yes
Physical Address Extension (PAE): 32 bit
Physical Address Extension (PAE): yes

Battery

Battery life (max): 8 h
Battery capacity (Watt-hours): 15.2 Wh
Battery technology: Lithium Polymer (LiPo)

Weight & dimensions

Weight: 317 g
Height: 6.9 mm
Depth: 134.5 mm
Width: 203.2 mm

Packaging content

Keyboard included: no

Other features

Processor ARK ID: 81194