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ASUS ZenPad 3 8.0 Z581KL-1A025A tablet review

ASUS ZenPad 3 8.0 Z581KL-1A025A. Display diagonal: 20.3 cm (8"), Display resolution: 2048 x 1536 pixels. Internal storage capacity: 16 GB. Processor frequency: 1.8 GHz, Processor family: Qualcomm Snapdragon, Processor model: MSM8956. Internal memory: 2 GB. Rear camera resolution (numeric): 8 MP, Front camera resolution (numeric): 2 MP. Top Wi-Fi standard: Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac). Assisted GPS (A-GPS). Card reader integrated. Weight: 320 g. Operating system installed: Android 6.0. Product colour: Black

Cinematic entertainment with 2K IPS display

ASUS ZenPad 3 8.0 is a premium 8-inch tablet with vivid 2K (2048 x 1536 resolution) visuals and cinematic audio for truly immersive entertainment. Its fashion-inspired design with a brushed metallic finish and detailed concentric-circle button provides a sublime level of elegance and beauty, while a super-fast hexa-core processor and 4GB RAM delivers powerful performance in any usage scenario. Coupled with the all-new ZenUI 3.0 interface with added intelligence, ZenPad 3 8.0 delivers an incredible tablet experience like no other.

Design Fashion-inspired design

ASUS ZenPad 3 8.0 has a modern contemporary design that turns heads. Its forged aluminum body weighs just 320g, and has a premium leather-patterned rear cover that feels great to the touch.

Craftsmanship Metallic finish with concentric-circle button

ASUS ZenPad 3 8.0 has a brushed metallic finish and a finely-detailed concentric-circle button that reflects a balance of beauty and strength. Its exquisite surface is achieved thanks to a hyper-fine sanding process, before being polished to a smooth anodized finish.

Multimedia It’s all in the details

ASUS ZenPad 3 8.0 delivers mobile entertainment like you’ve never experienced. Its incredible 8-inch 2K (2048 x 1536 resolution) IPS display features wide 178-degree viewing angles and exclusive ASUS VisualMaster and ASUS Tru2Life+ technologies for a cinematic experience.

TV-grade optimization

ZenPad 3 8.0 has a dedicated display processor like those found in the latest high-end TVs. We call this ASUS Tru2Life+ technology, and with good reason. Every pixel is optimized to deliver incredible contrast and sharpness for beautiful, true-to-life images. Tru2Life+ also has motion-estimation and motion-compensation (MEMC) algorithms for smooth, blur-free video that doesn’t judder.

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.

SonicMaster DTS headphone X

ASUS SonicMaster technology gives you higher volumes, improved audio delivery and additional audio effects. ASUS ZenPad 3 8.0 has dual front speakers for higher volume levels. And for full-immersion, DTS Headphone:Xâ„¢ delivers an immersive, cinematic 7.1-channel surround sound experience straight to your headphones.

Performance Supercharged gaming power

Beneath the beautiful exterior of ASUS ZenPad 3 8.0 lies a performance beast. With a super-fast hexa-core processor, 4GB RAM and Adreno 510 GPU, ASUS ZenPad 3 8.0 handles the latest games with ease and lets you blast through productivity tasks.

A power revolution

A high-capacity 4650mAh battery gives you almost 11 hours* of battery life to keep the entertainment going.

PixelMaster Capture the magic of the moment

The 8MP PixelMaster camera captures stunning, high-resolution photos with zero shutter lag. Its industry-leading Low Light mode employs pixel-merging technology to capture up to 400% brighter photos at night or in low-light environments, without the need for a flash.

ZenUI New interface with added intelligence

Incredible hardware demands spectacular software — and that’s where ZenUI 3.0 comes in to brighten your mobile experience, improve productivity and make everyday life just that little bit more fun.
Weather updates come with real-time animations, or check the time through the stylish clock widget. Feel the depth of parallax scrolling as you swipe through your apps, and appreciate how the subtle blurry effect keeps your focus on the foreground. ZenUI 3.0 isn’t just an interface — it’s the best friend who accompanies you everywhere.

ASUS Zen Clutch A premium fashion accessory

ASUS Zen Clutch is a tailor-made fashion accessory for your ASUS ZenPad 3 8.0. This stylish cover protects ZenPad without adding bulk to its compact, lightweight design. Inside, Zen Clutch incudes convenient slots for your ID and credit cards.

ASUS ZenPad 3 8.0 Z581KL-1A025A tablet specs

Display

Pixel density: 324 ppi
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

Processor cores: 2+4
Processor frequency: 1.8 GHz
Processor model: MSM8956
Processor family: Qualcomm Snapdragon

Memory

Internal memory type: LPDDR3-SDRAM
Internal memory: 2 GB

Storage

Storage media: Flash
Maximum memory card size: 128 GB
Compatible memory cards: MicroSD (TransFlash), SDXC
Card reader integrated: yes
Internal storage capacity: 16 GB

Graphics

Graphics adapter: Adreno 510
Graphics adapter family: Adreno

Audio

Audio system: DTS HD Premium Sound
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
Maximum video resolution: 1920 x 1080 pixels
Video recording modes: 1080p
Video recording: yes
Rear camera resolution (numeric): 8 MP
Rear camera: yes
Rear camera type: Single camera

Network

3G bands supported: 850,900,2100 MHz
3G standards: UMTS
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: 4.1
Bluetooth: yes
4G standard: LTE
Mobile network generation: 4G
Mobile network connection: 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

Messaging

E-mail: yes

Design

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

Performance

Electronic compass: yes
Proximity sensor: yes
Orientation sensor: yes
Gyroscope: yes
Ambient light sensor: yes
Accelerometer: yes
Assisted GPS (A-GPS): yes
GLONASS: yes
Position location: yes

Security

Password protection: yes

Software

Operating system installed: Android 6.0
Platform: Android

Battery

Battery life (max): 11 h
Battery capacity (Watt-hours): 18 Wh
Battery capacity: 4680 mAh
Battery technology: Lithium Polymer (LiPo)

Power

AC adapter frequency: 50/60 Hz
AC adapter input voltage: 100 - 240 V
AC adapter power: 10 W

Weight & dimensions

Weight: 320 g
Height: 7.57 mm
Depth: 205.4 mm
Width: 136.4 mm

Packaging content

Manual: yes
AC adapter included: yes
Keyboard included: no