Android tablets and smartphones on processors Intel Atom. The "System on Chip" format began their careful, practically walling, the procession not so long ago. This summer, we were convinced of the viability of the combination of the X86 and Android system on the examples of ASUS FonePad and Prestigio MultiPhone. PAP5430. Both are based on Intel Atom Z2420, known below the code name Lexington. But the hero of the current review, the ten-lean tablet Asus Memo Pad FHD10, turned out to be the first in the GG edition (unless, of course, did not miss something) a gadget on the Clover Trail + platform. Dual-core intel processor Atom Z2560 has a frequency of 1.6 GHz. In addition to a special processor, the second generation of Memopad can boast a FullHD matrix and an adequate price. Thus, for the 16-gig-pit version of the ME302C in Ukraine, about 3099 hryvnia will ask (12,400 rubles), and for the same tablet, but with a 32-gigabylene drive you need to lay out 400 hryvnia (that is, 1600 rubles) more.

Specifications

Design and design

I do not know how to you, but all the ten-lean tablets asus resemble the top halves of laptops, such potential or the "transformers". And all because of the slightly bevelled faces that give the "back" of the device visual roundness. The second feature of this tablet and many others of his fellow are practicality. The corrugated plastic does not collect fingerprints, does not slip out of the hands, it is easily rubbed from dirt and dust and does not lose the species when carrying a device without a cover. It is likely possible to scratch the back side of the MEMO Pad FHD10, but for this you need to try long or possess special talents in this area. The color of the rear ... Let's call it a dark blue-violet, increasing the already excavatory practicality of the tablet. In addition to such a color solution, there are "Marshmallow" options. In the sense, white and pink.

Behind the sides are visible stereo speakers. The fact that they are - good, but the choice of location is not the best: placing the tablet on the smooth table, maybe, and do not overdo it, but on uneven - easily, like when hand-haired.

Next to the right speaker closer to the front surface is audio jacks and volume control, and on the left side there was a place for two connectors with the Micro console: USB to connect to a PC or charger and HDMI to transfer data to the external display. Also, the card reader was placed here, and also with the Micro prefix (MicroSD).

The upper face became the house for the power key and the microphone hole (one more such can be seen on the left end). In my opinion, all connectors are very successful and logical. Buttons are pressed easily, but not to constant false positives. Working with Memo Pad is more convenient for two hands, which is natural for ten-levy tablets. The weight of 570 grams for such a device seemed normal. The housing is well assembled, nothing superfluous, no deflection or squeaks.

Ahead - only the screen, pretty thick frame and camera. No buttons and excesses.

Display

The display is made by IPS technology, its diagonal is ten inches, and the resolution is 1920x1200 points, that is, FullHD with a small appendage, going to the on-screen buttons. The glass covering the screen can and protect it from scratches, but from glare is not very: with a bright sun, not even straight, on the surface of the screen, you can contemplate the game of light, shadow and rays in parallel with Android windows, games or movies. This moment and not the highest maximum screen brightness (the excellent mode outdoor bypassed the Memo Pad side, a maximum of 297 cd / m²) make it clear that on the beach with the tablet do not lie: better in the tank or in the room.

It is in a tank or room that will be easier to evaluate the advantages of the screen: a good oleophobic coating (fingerprints though remain, but erase them easier than with most other devices), pleasant unobtrusive colors, wide viewing angles close to the correct color temperature. Look at the schedule below: In the default mode, the color is a bit warmer canonical 6500K. However, if you are more cold or warm colors, you help the ASUS Splendid application.

The color balance of the device is good, gamma is somewhat already RGB. The sensitivity of the sensor is very good, the touch of all ten fingers will be recognized simultaneously. The light sensor was sometimes strange, and suddenly exhibited the brightness of the screen to a minimum without a slave cause.

Camera

I know very few people who are ready to use a tablet, especially a decade, as a camera. However, once the manufacturers once overwhelming them in them in two cameras, it means that it is in demand by someone, except for technique testers, like us. So, the main camera. ASUS MEMO PAD FHD10 got a five-megapixel module without sizes, like a flash. Judging by the results, the camera is simple, the pictures are quite noisy. Nevertheless, capture necessary information With normal illumination, it is quite possible, even from a close distance, and it is precisely the camera that can be useful. The front camera at 1.3 MP copes with Skype, and not more from it.

System and productivity

The Android 4.2.2 used here is traditional for the manufacturer. From standard, it is distinguished by the presence of an additional button to call widgets and panels fast settingswhere you can enable / disable WiFi, customize energy saving, sound, etc. In my opinion, a comfortable shell, and, unlike many other manufacturers, Normal branded applications, like ASUS Splendid to configure a screen or Wizard to help customize sound. He is here, by the way, is good, quite loud and clean, only flat completely, without bass. It is better to connect headphones, especially since during the games I accidentally overlapped with fingers stereo speakers, and I think I am not the only person with a similar arrangement of the upper limbs. Another pleasant features can be noted the configuration of profiles, such as "work" or "entertainment" and so on, up to seven pieces. In each of them, set up widgets, work desk, wallpaper, switching between them with a light movement. The performance of one of the first tablets on the Intel Atom Z2560 single-gryl system (Clover Trail +) we defined video, launch tests and toys. For some reason, the worst of the whole system was able to watch movies by default: "native" player ignored many formats, there were sound problems. After installing MP Player, the situation has improved, but I had to include software playback: in this case, there was a normal sound and non-braking picture, even in the case of FullHD video. With toys, the new Memo pad copes. At least Real Racing 3, Fast Racing and Dead Trigger failed to put it on the blades, and the Antutu Benchmark test issued 18059 points, which is quite good and significantly loses only modern Tegra 4. In the tests of the GPU, the tablet showed itself well: so, when Maximum quality in the Epic Citadel test The result was a little more than 30 FPS, that is, heavy modern games the device withstands fully.

Autonomy and heating

The tablet is heated very little, even during the run of tests or toys. With the maximum brightness of the screen, the tablet lost FullHD movies for 5 hours, and you can play about 4 hours in a row. On medium brightness with periodic reading Internet pages, Memo Pad is able to work about 10 hours. Thus, autonomy is traditional for a ten-day tablet, I would like more from the energy-efficient platform!

In the dry residue

ASUS Memo Pad FHD10 creates a good impression of such home tabletwhich can be used to view movies, reading, games without fears of lack of memory or productivity, but not overpaying for the brand and design. It is comfortable and unprecedented in everyday life. The screen is good in it, but you should remember: not for outdoor sunshines. It seemed to me, he really lacks the connectors for connecting the keyboard, would be a budget transformer, a sort of modern urban netbook with good battery life, a decent screen and performance. By the way, good news for those who for one or another do not trust the Intel platform: in September, a ten-fingered MEMO Pad modification is expected, the ME302KL model equipped with Qualcomm 600, and even LTE modem in addition. In general, given the excellent price / quality ratio, you can safely recommend the tablet to purchase.

4 Reasons to buy ASUS Memo Pad FHD10 (ME302C):

• Practical and well-collected housing;
• good performance;
• screen FullHD;
• affordable price.

1 Reason Do not buy ASUS Memo Pad FHD10 (ME302C):

• Not for outdoor work: the screen will be blind in the sun.

Today we will talk about Android tablet on board. The ASUS Memo Pad line is not new. Already there are 7 'and 10' 'tablets of this model series. We have the update of the senior version of Memo Pad. This update is not so external as inner. Rumors about the device for months are walking on the Internet, and now we have waited - it is from us. And now we will try to figure out how much the novelty is better than the predecessor and it costs months of expectations for ASUS fans. Meet the ASUS Memo Pad FHD 10 (ME302C) previously shown on Computex.

First impressions

When the device falls into hand, there is a solidity. This is said by weight and assembly. At the same time, the body is sufficiently heavy, but in the hands lies well, and it is not difficult for weight to use it. The plastic case, I do not like such a very much, but this one looks good and felt quite well. Unlike many other tablets, there are no stickers and unnecessary logos on it, only two inscriptions ASUS. I hope so it will be with a retail pattern, our white version may not look so good if it is dedicated to working information (like, for example, I have seen on Acer). And if we talk about the appearance as a whole, then this is all the same Memo Pad 10, there are almost no serious differences from the previous model.

When you first turn on, very standard for Android devices, the device cannot understand where (and why) it is located, the time zone must be set with handles. But then everything is smooth. During and after installing the necessary programs, the device did not reboot and no extra freedom did not allow himself. From working with the display there are pleasant impressions. During the installation of the programs, I twisted the housing for a long time, and I will tell you, asus turned out to be fine! Let some wow-effect are observed, this is a very ordinary tablet, but at first glance it is perfectly made and looks very aesthetic.

Design, buttons, display ...

In the design of changes at Memo Pad, there is almost no change in the past version. In turn, Memo Pad is difficult to allocate something, its appearance does not shrink the frame or bright lines. All restrained and not catch. And if yours need some designer tricks, then the older audience design is without a doubt suitable. Three versions of the body color will be on sale: white, dark blue and pink. Do not argue about tastes, but I miss a little black. Although it is difficult to argue, white looks very good. If there was also a frame around the display in the color of the rest of the housing, it would be even better.

As previously mentioned, the plastic hull. The sides are neatly smoothed, in the hand of the angle is not felt that it is pleasant - it should be so. Back cover Not smooth, rough (point) Surface very practical, scratches and small damage will remain invisible. From hand, the device does not slip and confidently keeps almost in any permissible position. The dimensions of the device can be compared with the majority of the popular 10-inch: Samsung Galaxy Tab., Nexus 10, iPad 4 and others. Weight a little less than 600 grams, which is also not very different from the main competitors. It will be uncomfortable for a weight for a long time, and the device involuntarily wants to open.

The location of the main authorities is correct, long to look for something on the case is not necessary. The bottom edge is empty, on the left - the power button and the microphone. On the right - a paired volume adjustment button and headset socket, on the left - another micro, Micro USB, Micro HDMI and an open slot for a Micro SD memory card. The buttons are well chopped out of the housing, click on how fashionably talk is not informative and very shaky, which does not inspire confidence. The memory card will be a millimeter from the housing, it does not have to worry much for it, but it gets with a click. At the back in the center - the ASUS logo, on top - the main chamber and two speakers on the sides. These speakers easily close during active games with accelerometer, and during viewing video I cling them. As soon as I got used to their location, I liked the sound, very nice for the tablet.

The front side is completely covered with glass. The display surrounds a wide frame. In any case, it is black, regardless of the color of the case. This framework will be enough for everyone to not cover the display with a finger, but it remains a large number of prints. If it were white, prints would be invisible. Another ASUS logo, lighting sensor and webcam are located above the display. The display itself is a 10.1-inch Full HD IPS display with a resolution of 1920 x 1200 points (224 PPI). The viewing angles are maximal, and the colors are soft. In comparison, the picture may seem dim, but it will mostly depend on lighting. There will be a tight on the sun, there is not enough backlight, but otherwise everything is within the limits of comfortable. Watch movies, play games and engage in everyday affairs will be nice, the picture is good enough, although it does not reach some competitors.

In general, the calm design of ASUS Memo Pad FHD 10 liked. The housing is well assembled, without crunches and backlats. In many ways, the merit of its monolith. Let I do not like plastic, but this one was an exception for me. Its invoice will calmly cope with small scratches and other things, there is no experiences for crumbs on the table and so on, which can leave traces. Nevertheless, without a cover, I would not transport Memo Pad, as the glass on the front is better to protect. A little confuses the location of the speakers, but this is a matter of habit, over time I stopped covering them. The display is relatively weak in terms of color reproduction, but it will be enough for most users. Permits with head is enough, here the display compensates for the flaws of the color reproduction. If we talk about everything in a heap, I would call the tablet with a standard solution. For those who want to stand out, you need to either take a pink option, or find some bright case.

Camera, photo and video

Honestly, I do not really understand the needs of the camera in the tablet. There are two cameras in my personal tablet. If I use the webcam to communicate, then the rear I gazed a couple of times, and then for fan, just like that. In Memo Pad FHD 10, also two cameras. A webcam for 1.3 megapixels copes well with his duty. Of course, there is noise, but within the limits of reasonable. But if you twist the balance of white with handles, the noise level can be reduced, the machine sometimes does not come true. Again, I do not know why, but it can record video in 720p with 24 frames per second.

The main chamber is 5 megapixels. This is not the camera that is suitable for daily use, as in the smartphone. Yes, and in the smartphone, it is much more important. The local camera is good for a sunny day and a well-lit room. In dark conditions it will be very difficult to make a satisfactory frame. Auxiliary flash, which in some cases resembles a lifebuoy, there is simply no. But during the day, pictures are very good, as well as video in 1080p and 24 FPS. As for the tablet, comes down. And the strength of the chamber can be called the ability to focus on a very small distance.

Iron, software and battery

Last generation ASUS Memo Pad was a system based on NVIDIA Tegra 3. The new model moved to Intel. The rumors were confirmed in the tablet two-core (4 streams) Intel Atom Z2560, operating at a frequency of 1.6 GHz, 2 gigabytes of RAM, responding to PowerVR SGX 544 MP2 video, 16/32 GB of a drive, of which 9/25 are available to the user, plus Micro SD. On the Internet there are a lot of disputes at the expense of new processors, some people categorically responded towards the transition to Intel. And if the last Memo Pad showed a little more than 12 thousand in Antutu, then our current experimental showed 17809 points. In Nenamark 2, the average value of FPS is 58.9 frames. As a result, in Real Racing 3 there are reflections in the mirrors, but sometimes FPS sends. There is no excess heating. Hands do not bake, and plastic does not flow. Heating is completely small.

Works device running Android 4.2.2 with the branded interface from ASUS. The most interesting innovation can be called scenarios. These are their own appearance profiles, such as "working", "home", "multimedia" and others. Everything works like this: you make the "pinch" gesture on the desktop, and swivel swivel between profiles. In each profile you yourself can comply with your desktops and choose the wallpaper. Thus get fast access To that Content, which is important during working hours, at home, or for entertainment with friends. Such modes can create seven. At the same time there is a standard set of additional software from ASUS and a set of mini-applications (calculator, compass ...), which bloom like windows on the computer desktop.

Everything works fine enough and good, but rare jerks or delays are found. Running applications, the speed of the device's response and the general impressions of working with it are good. The new Memo Pad gives out enough performance for the modern needs of users. Although subjectively, the interface looks a bit old, competitive shells look more fresh. And the device will work an average of 6-8 hours, depending on the model of use. My device was discharged at half a 3.5-4 hours of use with games and the Internet.

• Dimensions: 264.6 x 182.4 x 9.5 mm.
• Weight: 580 g.
• Operating system: Android 4.2.2 JB.
• Processor: dual-core, Intel Atom Z2560, 1.6 GHz.
• Graphics: PowerVR SGX 544MP2.
• Display: IPS, 10.1 ", 1920 × 1200, 224 PPI, recognizes 10 simultaneous touches.
• Memory: 16/32 GB Flash + Micro SD (up to 64 GB).
• RAM: 2 GB.
• Camera: Main - 5 MP, recording video 1080r; Frontal - 1.2 Mp
• Wireless technology: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 3.0.
• Interface connectors: 3.5 mm headphone socket, Micro USB, Micro HDMI.
• Battery: Li-POL battery 6760 mAh.

Conclusions and personal impressions

After the time spent with the new ASUS Memo Pad, I can say that he left the impression of a classic ten-leather. He has a standard appearance, pleasant case materials, good assembly and sufficient performance. I have no unnecessary delight, as well as negative. Of course, there are minor shortcomings, but they are excuses. Not very bright colors display compensates for excellent resolution, a serious camera in the tablet is not very necessary. Autonomy could be more, perhaps in the final sample it is hampered. On the other hand, I used the device with a power saving mode, maybe it would affect the final result.

And now to the most interesting - price. On the sale of the device will arrive in the near future at a price of $ 390 for 16 GB model. Another $ 50 - and the storage capacity will double. In the fall, the model with LTE and the Qualcomm Snapdragon 600 processor, the cost of which has not yet specified. The price is slightly lower than competitors, and in some moments, Memo Pad bypass them. At profile forums, I saw many people who are waiting for the update of Memo Pad, and waiting for a long time ago. I am confident that they will not be disappointed, this is a good classic tablet. It definitely needs to pay attention to it when choosing a new device.

Many buyers, seeing the ASUS ME302KL MEMO Pad FHD 10 tablet, fall in love with him at first glance. Explain such sensations easily. Developers managed to create a device, which externally differs quite very different from competitors. Such results managed to achieve due to the abandonment of the generally accepted design. The tablet from ASUS began to play new, not yet practiced, playful features. Of course, this is exactly what has become the main decisive factor when choosing a gadget. But what characteristics are hidden under the case? Let's deal with together.

Design

Any review mobile gadgets Must contain information about design features. Not exception has become the description of the model MEMO PAD FHD 10.

ASUS ME302KL is a tablet performed in a sports style. Its dimensions fully correspond to those devices that are equipped with a 10-inch display. At the height of the body in 264 mm, its width was 181 mm. Such proportions, users consider optimal. The thickness indicator (10 mm) is somewhat overestimated. Also no comments on weight. It is not necessary, which significantly increases the level of comfort when interacting with the tablet. Weigh this model is only 572.

On the front panel most of the screen. It is framed a rather thick frame of black. According to some users, it could be done a little thinner. Such a remark is quite substantiated. On this frame, only the front camera lens and the sensor are located. Also there is a corporate logo of the company. And it's all. There is no usual control panel. It is displayed directly to the screen itself.

The back cover has a corrugated surface, due to which the dirt and fingerprints are accumulated on it. The company's logo printed by large chrome letters is applied. On both sides, the holes of stereo speakers are symmetrically replaced. Such a location, according to most owners, is the most profitable. During operation, they are almost impossible to accidentally close their hands, which naturally does not affect the sound.

A mechanical button that performs the device on / off the device is located on the upper end on the left side. Both side faces are also involved by the developers. On the right there is a standard audio device connector and an elongated key used to adjust the volume. The opposite side line is engaged in MicroHDMI and MicroUSB ports. Here is also a slot that is designed to install external media of the MicroSD type.

Talk about screen

What display is used in the MEMO Pad FHD 10 tablet? ASUS ME302KL, immediately it is worth noting, this is not very superior to competitors. If you compare the permissive ability of the screen, for example, with gadgets from Apple or Nexus 10, then the pixel density indicator will seem rather low. In this model, it is 240 PPI. But in his reviews the owners say that "squares" are not visible on the display, even if you bring the device very close to the eyes.

The size of the diagonal of 10.1" allows not to experience discomfort when watching movies or during games. Glossy screen coating. Unfortunately, it does not allow to completely eliminate the formation of glare when working under direct sunlight. However, the sufficient brightness level makes the information displayed on the screen readable under any conditions.

Developers in ASUS ME302KL implemented IPS technology, which guarantees excellent color reproduction, high levels of sharpness and wide viewing angles. As for the last parameter, the changes will not be noticeable even when the device is tilted by more than 40 °.

A significant advantage for many users has been the presence of screen settings. If you use the ASUS SPLENDID program, you can adjust the sample gamut of images, contrast and saturation.

Characteristics of cameras

The ASUS ME302KL tablet developers were equipped in accordance with modern requirements. Currently, each user is trying to purchase universal devicewhich can simultaneously perform several functions. In order to achieve such results, the manufacturer has installed two cameras. As the main used 5 megapixel module. To get a picture of a good quality, you will need to trace the lighting. According to users, the best photos can be made only in sunny weather. Video Mode Allows you to record Full HD rollers. Their quality, honestly, is low.

What features does the front camera have? The quality of the pictures is limited to a 1.2-megapixel sensor. The maximum resolution is 1280 × 800 Px. It is worth noting that such quality is considered excellent when using video links. As for Selfie, the photos can be safely installed on the avatars and demonstrate on personal pages in social networks.

Sound quality

ASUS Memo Pad FHD 10 (ME302KL) gets a lot of positive feedback. Many of them are mentioned about the good quality of the speakers. They are designed by the Company using the original SonicMaster technology. It greatly improves the sound of music. Even when the maximum volume is turned on, the sounds are reproduced clean, without interference.

For the Tincture of the speakers, you can use the AudiowIZard utility. In their reviews, users say that it is very convenient to work with this application. The settings have six profiles: playback of speech, video view, recording, music, games and energy saving option.

The owners of this tablet model assure that the best sound provides music audition mode. When you turn on the speakers, you can get a volume that reaches an indicator of 85 dB.

Working with keyboard

Choosing a tablet, many buyers pay attention to accessories, the main of which is the keyboard. After all, it is thanks to her mobile device Can replace the netbook. Of course, with a compact gadget is much easier. You can work on it, being on the road or sitting in the park. Weight and small size are indisputable advantages.

Developers provided users with a multifunction keyboard. From individual options, you can select the following:

• forecasting words;
• pressing tracing;
• predictive input.

But there are disadvantages. Users pay attention to the fact that the support of tactile feedback is not implemented. This leads to some restrictions, for example, to create input templates cannot be created.

Operating system and interface

Most buyers have chosen ASUS ME302KL Memo Pad FHD 10 because it is based on the popular operating system "Android. This model has the fourth version. Currently, it is considered obsolete, but this does not mean that the user will have to experience strong restrictions. On the contrary, about the convenience of work speaks in a large number of reviews. Many owners singled out the following features:

• The main desktop window can be increased or compressed.
• The ability to fix and save information on the screen.
• Adding an additional desktop. If desired, it can be used as the main one.

By default, the "Electronic" and weather widget is installed on the screen. But the user can use the modes (there are three of all three: work, new and entertainment) to configure desktops at their discretion.

Menu

ASUS MEMO PAD 10 ME302KL owners do not have to deal with the menu for a long time. It is designed very convenient. With a long press of the "Home" key, a context menu is opened with a semicircle. Through it, you can go to the "Google" mailbox, Google Voice, Locking system (to configure access to navigation keys) and other applications.

Very convenient, according to users, the notification option is implemented. It provides quick access to the Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, volume, smartsaving, screen rotation, brightness level and other features.

Soft

In addition to the usual services, branded applications are implemented in the ASUS ME302KL tablet. Users separately allocated and rated MyLibraryLite, AppLocker, Supernotelerite. Also worth paying attention to the "Backup" option. When it is activated, you can save any data not only in the device's memory, but also duplicate them on an external drive.

Many users liked the AppLocker application. With it, you can limit access to all programs that are installed on the tablet using the password.

Graphic services are particularly popular. In their settings there are markers, pencils of different colors, paints and brushes. For those who are enjoys editing photos, it is proposed to use ASUS Studio. There are many different filters in this application. And to create notes, you can use the standard service from ASUS Supernotelite.

Hardware Equipment

Model with Wi-Fi support (32 GB) runs at the Atom Z2560 chipset brand Intel. It uses two computing modules that are able to accelerate up to 1600 MHz. The volume of "RAM" fully complies with modern requirements. Two gigabytes are enough to perform everyday tasks. It is also worth paying attention to the fact that the PowerVR SGX 544MP graphics accelerator is installed in a pair with the main processor.

I visited our test laboratory a couple of weeks ago and received the "price / quality" award. But ASUS did not stop at Wi-Fi versions, presenting a tablet version with LTE (ME302KL) to the market. In addition to supporting 4G high-speed networks, this option is equipped with another processor and contains some cosmetic changes. In our test laboratory, the Tablet ASUS Memo Pad FHD 10 LTE (ME302KL) was entered, all the details of which you will learn in the review.

Tablet ASUS Memo Pad FHD 10 LTE (ME302KL) provides a high resolution Display 1920 x 1200 pixels, advanced feature set and equipped with Android 4.2 OS. At the same time, the retail price of the tablet is very pleasant - about 14 thousand rubles. In our tests of Wi-Fi versions (ME302C), the tablet showed convincing results, for which he deserved the "price / quality" award. A new version LTE also promises an attractive price / quality ratio. The tablet costs about 100 euros more expensive (the recommended price in Europe is 449 euros), which is quite justified in price for ASUS Memo Pad FHD 10 LTE with Full-HD display and 4G network support. At the time of publication, the tablet has not yet entered retail sale In Russia, but, judging by Europe, the price should be about 18 thousand rubles.

To support LTE ASUS, I had to go to another "system on the chip" SOC. In the Wi-Fi version, the Intel Atom Z2560 processor with two 1.6-GHz nuclei was used, it gave way to Qualcomm 8064 Pro with four 1.5-GHz nuclei and GPU Adreno 320. In our tests we will see which difference in performance has led Similar change. The remainder version of Wi-Fi and LTE tablet MEMO PAD FHD 10 LTE is almost identical. Therefore, in this article, we concentrate on the new SOC and support for LTE / 4G. To assess the rest of the qualities, we recommend contacting.

The following is a unpacking video and first acquaintance ASUS Memo Pad FHD 10 LTE (ME302KL):

Specifications ASUS Memo Pad FHD 10 LTE (ME302KL):

As can be seen on the table of characteristics, between two options for the tablet ASUS Memo Pad FHD 10 there is another change, not counting SOC: dimensions and weight have changed compared to 264.6 x 182.4 x 9.5 mm and 580 g at Wi version -FI (ME302C).

Also, the case has changed a bit: the LTE Asus tablet refused the rubber back, which improved grip in his hand. Here we get smooth plastic, more slippery to the touch. The LTE tablet will be available in several colors. Judging by the information of ASUS, in addition to the blue version of the blue version, the model with a white case will be released on the market.

LTE standard (Long Term Evolution), which is often called 4G, provides speed wireless transmission Data comparable with high-speed DSL and VDSL connections. It can reach 100 Mbps. LTE coverage has recently increased significantly, but still it is still in large cities of Russia. In Europe, the situation is no better. But high-speed communication up to 100 Mbit / s at a frequency of 1800 MHz is available only in cities, the city network is deployed at a frequency of 800 MHz, where the speed is up to 50 Mbps.

We conducted tests in Leipzig (Germany), Telekom operator provided us with LTE SIM card, LTE coverage in the city was good. We have connected without problems in different parts of the city. The speed of information transfer was high, we obtained about 6 Mbps on downloading and 1 Mbps to download, which is comparable to the usual VDSL lines. So in the zone lTE coatings We get a really high transfer rate.

In Russia and Europe, so far all operators offer tariffs attached to traffic, and not to the transmission rate. So if you consume a large number of traffic, then the LTE network can not replace the traditional wired Internet.

Performance

As we have already said above, ASUS used for Memo Pad FHD 10 two different SOCs. In the Wi-Fi wireless version, the SOC Intel Atom Z2560 is installed, in the LTE version - Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro. We get a 4-core processor with 1,5-GHz nuclei on the Krait architecture and the LTE module. Double-core atom Z2560 in our tests showed the average result. Can Snapdragon S4 Pro bypass Soc Intel?

The Qualcomm processor differs from Intel not only to four cores instead of two. The frequency of 1.5 GHz is a little less than two atom z2560 cores. GPU is also different. The SOC Intel has a powerful GPU PowerVR SGX 544MP, Qualcomm chip uses GPU Adreno 320. 2 GB of RAM has been connected to the processor to the processor 2 GB of RAM.

The results of both browser tests, at first glance, disappoint. In the Sunspider and BrowSermark 2.0 test, the MEMO Pad FHD 10 LTE tablet gave way to Wi-Fi. However, the result is expected, since similar results we received from a tablet with a similar APQ8064 processor.

In two tests Android Soc Qualcomm showed itself better. In Antutu and Quadrant, the results noticeably exceed the performance of SOC Intel. Despite similar SOC, new tablet Asus bypassed the results of Sony Tablet Z. Two universal Android test packages usually demonstrate the potential of the tablets better than the tests of the browser, so we attach them more importance. In practice, we could not feel the differences in the performance of two ASUS tablets.

Battery life

Of course, the SOC change usually leads to a change in power consumption. Therefore, we repeated the tests of battery life. The version of the MEMO Pad FHD 10 ME302C with Wi-Fi support, we played 1080p video with maximum brightness for four hours, but in the case of the LTE model (ME302KL) the results were amazing: in the same scenarios we received battery life eight hours, which is pretty Close to the promised ASUS ten o'clock. So the tablet Memo Pad FHD 10 LTE will "live" quite a long time away from the outlet.

Conclusion

It seems to be a simple task before ASUS - expand the functionality of a very successful tablet to support LTE / 4G. But the manufacturer had to go to a completely different SOC. This led to two consequences: the productivity of the tablet has changed, as well as battery life. The new Soc Qualcomm in the browser tests showed performance less Soc Intel in the ME302C tablet with Wi-Fi support, but in Android test packages, we got a different picture: "SNAPDRAGON S4 Pro Chip system has set new records in our test laboratory. Also on the time of autonomous work, we have received significant progress.

Tablet ASUS Memo LTE FHD 10 LTE (ME302KL) is an excellent model with 4G support. Compared to the usual version of the ME302C, you will receive not only the LTE module, but also an increase in productivity and an increase in battery life. In general, ASUS Memo Pad FHD 10 LTE (ME302KL) can be called the most attractive 10.1 "tablet in the market with LTE support. Comparable model in the LTE version also offers a Full-HD display and SNAPDRAGON S4 Pro processor. Sony tablet also boasts protection From moisture dust, it can be used as a multifunctional remote control, the quality of manufacture is also slightly above ASUS Memo Pad. On the other hand, the MEMO Pad FHD 10 LTE (ME302KL) gives more battery life, and also offers a separate Micro-HDMI output. What is the most pleasant, the asus tablet is much cheaper Sony Xperia. Tablet Z LTE, where you will receive only 16 GB of flash memory and the price of 24.4 thousand rubles in Russia or 589 euros in Europe.

All this allows us to award the ASUS Memo Pad FHD 10 LTE (ME302KL) Honored Award Honored Award. Great job, ASUS!

Advantages of ASUS Memo Pad FHD 10 LTE (ME302KL):

• Compevant display with WUXGA resolution
• Powerful processor
• Support 4G / LTE
• Micro-HDMI output, micro-SD card slot
• Modern Android version (Android 4.2)
• Good battery life
• Decent chambers

Disadvantages of ASUS Memo Pad FHD 10 LTE (ME302KL):

• The maximum display brightness could be higher

To help differentiate the Memopad line from other offers, ASUS developers moved away from industrial design in favor of a more "playful" species. Unlike metal buildings, characteristic of other gadgets, ASUS ME302KL Memopad FHD 10 has a rubberized panel covered with three-dimensional microthel. The transformer is available in black, blue, pink or white.

Appearance

At the center of the rear panel, the ASUS emblem is inlaid, above which there is a 5 megapixel camera. The front side of the MEMO Pad FHD 10 LTE ME302KL looks pretty small, being a steady-style, with a gray ASUS logo in the upper left corner. On the right side Devices You will find the Volume Adjustment key and 3.5-mm audio jack. The left edge has microUSB and MicroHDMI ports, as well as a microSD slot. The power button is on the top edge of the tablet.

Display

Despite the modest appearance, the display of this ASUS model offers decent viewing angles - images and video to easily view at an angle of more than 40 degrees. You can use the application in Splendid ASUS to adjust the screen shades, color saturation and color scheme. However, this feature does not have a very significant impact on the image.

Sound effect

ASUS ME302KL has SonicMaster side speakers that reproduce excellent sound. Music sounds clean and loud even at maximum sound volume. The Audiowizard application allows users to choose one of the six predefined audio profiles, including power saving modes, listening to music, watching video, recordings, games and speech playback. From the existing modes by default, listening to music that offers the best and most losing sound quality. As testing shows, the maximum volume of audio volume can reach 85 decibels.

Keyboard

In this model, ASUS entered the keyboard with a variety of functions, including the printing tracing, predictive text input and forecasting the next word. Unfortunately, the keyboard does not support tactile feedbackTherefore, it is impossible to create your input templates or a button of social networks.

Interface and platform

LTE ME302KL works on modified android version 4.2.2. There are innovations that provide many unique opportunities to help improve the overall functionality of the OS. Compressing and increasing the main desktop window, for example, allows you to save and fix it on the screen up to 6 times in a row. In addition, you can add an extra desktop by turning the previous windows. You can also configure one of the saved desktops as the main screen, placing the appropriate tag on it.

Asus also offers three different user modes in ASUS ME302KL in which you can customize desktops accordingly. The default mode provides you with six desktops and offers the main home screen indicating the weather and the widget. email. The mode of operation gives you two desktops, one of which contains a notebook and calendar. The entertainment mode offers two desktops containing YouTube widget and the corresponding labels of various entertainment programs. The new mode allows you to configure ASUS Memo ME302KL from scratch, up to the number of desktops.

Menu features

ASUS developers also added new shortcuts settings. Long press on button Home. Opens two semicircular context menus. The inner semicircle displays links to Google Voice, Google Mailbox, Applications, Settings Labels and Locking System, which closes access to Android navigation buttons (to eliminate random touch on anything during the game). The outer semicircle contains labels for various applications, including calendar, calculator, ASUS Supernoteslite, Asus Studio and browser. You can change these shortcuts by clicking on the button of their settings and making the selection of the applications you want to replace.

In the ASUS 10 ME302KL menu, there is a notification function that provides users with a quick transition to wi-Fi settings, SmartSaving, Instant, Bluetooth, GPS, Sound and AutoFurning. Here you can also change the brightness of the display, the AudiowIZard parameters and system settings.

Floating buttons

ASUS Memo Pad 10 ME302KL also offers to many Android users "floating" applications. By clicking on the icon in the lower left corner of the screen, you will see a moving menu from the application icons that you can open simultaneously with standard full-screen programs. By default, floating applications include a calculator, audiowizard, dictionary, video player, converter, countdown timer, stopwatch, compass, browser, calendar, BuddyBuzz and Email. You can add additional services if they are supported by ASUS or have their own Android widgets.

Programs

In addition to standard set Google services, ASUS adds a number of different useful to ASUS ME302KL branded applications, including backup ASUS App, AppLocker, Studio, Supernoteler and MyLibraryLite. Provides funds to save all installed applications and their data on an external storage device (for example, MicroSD card). ASUS AppLocker gives you the ability to block any of your applications, restricting password access.

The ASUS FHD 10 ME302KL device has a preset graphic application that allows you to use color pencils, brushes, markers and aerosol paint. ASUS Studio allows you to edit photos, allowing users to add filters, as well as edit and draw pictures. ASUS SuperNotelite serves as a standard note service, complete with basic typing and (thanks to which users can enter data manually using the stylus).

Modes settings

Device has six different settingswhich are easily switched. By default, an energy-saving mode is installed, in which the screen seems very dull. In addition to the standard settings, there is a master audio master that enhances the sound and automatically removes noise, making the sound better. The quality of sound, even when using this function, cannot be called excellent, but for tablet speakers is a very good indicator.

Due to the location of the speakers on the rear panel, when the tablet is on a flat surface, sound waves Reflected from him, creating a loud and full sound. The greatest volume level is not very loud, but it is worthy of small speakers the result - the high power of the sound would lead to that, the quality would have fallen sharply.

Productive power

ASUS 10 MEMO ME302KL 32GB is equipped with a dual-core Intelatom Z2560 processor (ClovertRail) with a frequency of 1.6 GHz and 2 GB of RAM. Gadget shows ambiguous results during everyday use. Applications start quickly, although some of them are a bit "slow down" before closing. At the same time, games are started smoothly, and changing the orientation of the screen from the portrait mode to the landscape takes only four seconds.

Camera and shooting quality

Images obtained using a 5 megapixel rear chamber have quite clear parts and bright colors. If you make a photo on a busy street, the image of moving people and cars is obtained without blurring. Details such as thin cracks in the facades of buildings and remote street signs are visible very well.

Video resolution 1080p also allows you to get a very clear image of even remote parts. 1.3 megapixel front-camera makes it possible to make relatively clear images. If you make selfie, you can see a clear image of the details of the face and hair.

Battery life

As testing shows, with continuous use of the Internet via Wi-Fi with a screen brightness 40 percent ASUS Memopad FHD 10 operates without recharging for 8 hours and 51 minutes. This indicator clearly exceeds the average parameters characteristic of devices of a similar price category (7 hours 6 minutes). Thus, the smaller brightness of the display allowed ASUS to create a device with a long battery life.

Configuration

Asus offers two FHD versions. The model for $ 329 has 16 GB of memory, while for $ 349 you can get 32 \u200b\u200bGB of storage space. In addition to the built-in memory and a slot for a microSD card, ASUS also provides 5 GB cloud storage ASUS Webstorage.

Final verdict

How can you make sure for just $ 329 Memopad FHD 10 offers an attractive design, a good set useful applications and utilities and excellent time of autonomous work. Unfortunately, the resolution of the display 1920x1200 looks depressingly dimly, and the IntelaTom processor can be slow during everyday use. If we compare with competitors devices, then Samsung GalaxyTab 10.1 3 offers an additionally the possibility of remote control of the TV, having the same disadvantages (slow performance and low screen resolution).

Positive features

ASUS Memo Pad FHD 10 boasts a comfortable assembly, high-quality screen with good viewing angles and a reasonable value of $ 329. All these advantages note users. Attached software ASUS significantly increases multimedia capabilities, and also allows the use of multitasking quickly and easily. This moment are those who often work or playing the gadget, appreciated.

disadvantages

Volumetric applications and games occupy a lot of time to download. In addition, the power button sometimes triggers too long. Many negative feedback from users contain precisely complaints of the device's slowness.

Outcome - ASUS Memo Pad FHD 10 is a good budget tablet that contains a number of useful additions. For users who intend to use a device for working with text documents and the Internet, this device is very good choice. Their positive feedback is a confirmation of the fact that the tablet is as a worker device. Not very suited only for those who need large productive facilities.