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ASUS ZenPad 3S 10 Z500M-1H035A review

ASUS ZenPad 3S 10 Z500M-1H035A. Display diagonal: 24.6 cm (9.7"), Display resolution: 2048 x 1536 pixels. Internal storage capacity: 32 GB. Processor frequency: 2.1 GHz, Processor family: Mediatek, Processor model: MT8176. Internal memory: 4 GB. Rear camera resolution (numeric): 8 MP, Rear camera type: Single camera, Front camera resolution (numeric): 5 MP. Top Wi-Fi standard: Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac). Card reader integrated. Weight: 430 g. Operating system installed: Android 6.0. Product colour: Grey

Cinematic entertainment, supercharged performance

Premium 9.7-inch tablet with vivid visuals, cinematic audio, and powerful all-around performance ideal for both entertainment and productivity.

Ultimate metal craftsmanship

ASUS ZenPad 3S 10 has elegant, modern styling with clean lines and an exquisite metallic texture that feels great to the touch. Its forged aluminum body weighs just 430g and is only 5.8mm thin, and is accented by double, diamond-cut edges that gives ASUS ZenPad 3S 10 a singular beauty that elevates the tablet experience.

The journey to perfection

ASUS ZenPad 3S 10 has a premium aluminum body that is precision-milled with 0.08mm diamond-cutting technology to create the optimum balance of sleekness and strength. We then abrade the surface with a hyperfine sanding process, polishing it to a beautifully smooth anodized finish.

A bigger view with finer details

ASUS ZenPad 3S 10 delivers mobile entertainment like you’ve never experienced. Its incredible 9.7-inch 2K IPS display with exclusive VisualMaster technology, 2048 x 1536 resolution, and a wide 178-degree viewing angle provides expansive visuals with fine details. The gorgeous display is complemented by the world’s thinnest bezel at only 5.32mm, an incredible engineering achievement that gives ASUS ZenPad 3S 10 a 78% screen-to-body ratio for a vast viewing experience in a compact body.

Excite your eyes with a realistic viewing experience

With ASUS VisualMaster technology, ASUS ZenPad 3S 10 immerses you in an exciting new world of mobile entertainment. ASUS VisualMaster is a suite of exclusive visual enhancement technologies that combine hardware and software to optimize all aspects of the display, resulting in an incredibly realistic viewing experience. Part of ASUS VisualMaster, ASUS Tru2Life technology enhances every pixel to deliver optimum contrast and sharpness for beautiful images that look just like real life. And, with ASUS TruVivid display and ASUS Bluelight Filter, you’ll view with real-world vibrancy.

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.

Sharpness optimization

Dramatically-enhanced detail for sharper, more lifelike images.

Impress your ears, inside and out

ASUS ZenPad 3S 10’s SonicMaster 3.0 technology combines more audio innovations that you’ll find on any other tablet — more volume, more quality and more effects. Dual five-magnet speakers are driven by a powerful NXP Smart AMP, for expansive, high-volume output. When it’s time for immersive listening, ASUS ZenPad 3S 10 is able to output certified high-resolution audio to compatible devices at 24-bit/192kHz, or 4x CD quality! Then, ramp up the audio effects with DTS Headphone:X™ to pump virtual 7.1-channel surround sound straight to your ears!

Supercharged gaming power

Beneath the beautiful exterior of ASUS ZenPad 3S 10 lies a performance beast. With a super-fast hexa-core processor, 4GB RAM, and IMG GX6250 graphics, ASUS ZenPad 3S 10 handles the latest games with ease and let you blast through productivity tasks.

Fast and accurate fingerprint sensor

ASUS ZenPad 3S 10’s fingerprint sensor lets you unlock your tablet in a fraction of a second with just a touch, providing the perfect blend of strong security and incredible convenience.

Power revolution

ASUS ZenPad 3S 10 comes with a high-capacity 5900mAh battery to keep the entertainment going. With Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0 technology, ASUS ZenPad 3S 10 helps you to do more and wait less.
* Quick Charge 3.0 requires a certified 18W adaptor, which is sold separately.

Capture the magic of the moment

ASUS ZenPad 3S 10 has an 8MP PixelMaster camera that 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.

Game smart, win fast, stream smooth

To further enhance your 4GB powerhouse ASUS ZenPad 3S 10 especially on gaming, we are introducing a brand new ZenUI - Game Genie. It has a pop up tool bar and can allows you to have a miniature in-app search window to look up related walkthrough or information on the game you are playing. Built-in system enhancement booster to ease your worries and a live broadcast feature that enabling you to live stream your best via YouTube Gaming.

Intuitive writing and drawing

Z Stylus is designed especially for ASUS ZenPad 3S 10 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.

Stylish protection and viewing stand

Folio Cover is a protective cover and stand custom designed for ASUS ZenPad 3S 10. Featuring a tough, polyurethane construction, ASUS ZenPad 3S 10 Folio Cover protects your tablet from scratches and bumps, so you can carry it anywhere without worry.

ASUS ZenPad 3S 10 Z500M-1H035A specs

Display

Touchscreen type: Capacitive
Touch technology: Multi-touch
LED backlight: yes
Panel type: IPS
Display resolution: 2048 x 1536 pixels
Display diagonal: 24.6 cm (9.7")

Processor

Processor cores: 2+4
Processor architecture: ARM Cortex-A53
Processor frequency: 2.1 GHz
Processor model: MT8176
Processor family: Mediatek

Memory

Internal memory type: LPDDR3-SDRAM
Internal memory: 4 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

Graphics

Graphics adapter: PowerVR GX6250

Audio

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

Camera

Front camera resolution (numeric): 5 MP
Front camera: yes
Video recording modes: 1080p
Video recording: yes
Rear camera resolution (numeric): 8 MP
Rear camera: yes
Rear camera type: Single camera

Network

Wi-Fi standards: 802.11a,Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac),802.11b,802.11g,Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Top Wi-Fi standard: Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
Bluetooth version: 4.2
Bluetooth: yes

Ports & interfaces

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

Messaging

E-mail: yes

Design

Device type: Full-size tablet
Product colour: Grey
Form factor: Slate

Performance

Electronic compass: yes
Gyroscope: yes
Ambient light sensor: yes
Accelerometer: yes
Assisted GPS (A-GPS): no
GLONASS: yes
Position location: yes

Security

Fingerprint reader: yes

Software

Operating system installed: Android 6.0
Platform: Android

Battery

Battery life (max): 10 h
Battery capacity (Watt-hours): 22 Wh
Battery capacity: 5900 mAh
Battery technology: Lithium Polymer (LiPo)

Power

AC adapter power: 18 W

Weight & dimensions

Weight: 430 g
Height: 7.15 mm
Depth: 240.5 mm
Width: 163.7 mm

Packaging content

Manual: yes
Keyboard included: no