- Conclusion Get the lowdown
- Features How it compares
- Performance Real world benchmarks
- Differences Technical showdown
- Reviews Word on the street
- Competition Others to consider
- Discussion Answers and opinions
Asus Eee Pad Transformer TF300
- 10.1"
- 32 GB
- WiFi 3G
- Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich
Released March, 2012
Rated 40% by by Smartbuyer (Jul, 2012)And, the difference in performance of the touchscreen in the iPad compared to the Asus Transformer is night and day: The iPad touch is responsive, easy, and awesome - just a great screen!
Conclusion Check out the Asus Eee Pad Transformer TF300
First reviewed April, 2012
Features Key features of the Asus Eee Pad Transformer TF300
10.1”
Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich
Rated 80% by by AstroBob--AstroBobI have used Ipads and frankly the addition of the keyboard, quad core and ease of memory expansion puts the ASUS ahead.
screen size
10.1"
7"
7"
Eee Pad Transformer TF300 by AstroBob--AstroBobScreen is still gorgeous and output to any big monitor through HDMI is outstanding...I use it for astronomy lectures.
Eee Pad Transformer TF300 by Daffy (Sep, 2012)If I could get ALL of the options this tablet has in a 7" screen size, I would buy that one in a second.
screen resolution
Eee Pad Transformer TF300 by Andrew-Vosper (Sep, 2012)It's not a super high resolution display, so the individual pixels are pretty good sized, and this was pretty noticeable.
Eee Pad Transformer TF300 by Mr.-K.-Fusaris (Nov, 2012)Sure, it's not a "retina" display but it's great for video and good enough for reading.
memory
| 0 GB | 2 GB   | 2 GB |
camera resolution
| 0 MP | 1.9 MP  | 2 MP |
Eee Pad Transformer TF300 by Penny (Jun, 2012)It's easy to use, it as a back and front camera and the colors are nice a bright.
Eee Pad Transformer TF300 by Joe-King (May, 2012)Not just because of Megapixels, but the image is less grainy.
processor
Eee Pad Transformer TF300 by S-Finch (Sep, 2012)it is very fast with a quad core Tegra processor and Andriod ICS operating sysem.
Eee Pad Transformer TF300 by Vikki-P. (Jun, 2012)I'd say the GPUs are a very capable bunch (they better be - there's a DOZEN cores)!
Performance Real world tests of Asus Eee Pad Transformer TF300
cpu speed
Eee Pad Transformer TF300 by R.-Kurthakoti (May, 2012)The tablet has very good clarity and excellent speed thanks to the Tegra 3 processor.
Eee Pad Transformer TF300 by Happywithtransformer (May, 2012)It has the processor speed and memory to handle all my needs for entertainment and productivity.
sunspider 0.9.1 benchmark
Eee Pad Transformer TF300 by Johnny-Cinco (Jul, 2012)Adobe reader was laggy, and google chrome as well (without flash support).
Eee Pad Transformer TF300 by E.-Kaplan (Jan, 2013)I've installed chrome, changed performance settings, sent it back to ASUS, factory reset removing all apps and data - nothing helps.
battery life
10 hour
8 hour
9 hour
Eee Pad Transformer TF300 by Sthrnbrn (Sep, 2012)With that being said, after the initial charge it only takes about 2 hours to charge from about 15.
Eee Pad Transformer TF300 by T.-J.-Power--PowerCPA (Jun, 2012)It charges fast and the battery life is more than good enough.
Our analysis How does it stack up against its top 10 competitors
pros
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Capacitive -
Quad core -
1.2 MP -
8 MP -
10 hour -
10.1" -
8 MP -
Play games and use applications that take advantage of device rotation -
Automatically adjust screen brightness for environmental factors -
be online anywhere that has cell coverage -
Can use an external microphone for superior audio quality -
Detects movement for interactive apps -
Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich -
Get directions and navigation, geotag photos -
bypass PIN entry, easier to unlock with one hand -
Many games and videos on the Internet require Adobe Flash -
use multiple fingers at once for more complex interactions -
Can be operated hands free
cons
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No sense of direction when standing still -
3 Mbit/s (Bluetooth v3.0)
Reviews Word on the street
 |   Rated by 605 users at amazon.com Rated 80% by by silvercoupe40 (May, 2012) Rated 100% by by Michael-D.-Snow--MDSNOW (Aug, 2012) Rated 100% by by Dan-Caballero (Nov, 2012) |
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Screen
Asus Eee Pad Transformer TF300 32 GB | Rated 20% by by A.-Tam (Aug, 2012)You get a fast system, nice screen, the Ice Cream Sandwich with it.
Asus Eee Pad Transformer TF300 32 GB | Rated 80% by by Mr.-K.-Fusaris (Nov, 2012)The screen is very good and in fact better than it needs to be in order to be both functional and pleasurable to use.
Asus Eee Pad Transformer TF300 32 GB | Rated 100% by by Chacon (May, 2012)The 1280 by 800 screen looks pretty great and is better than most laptops.
Apps
Asus Eee Pad Transformer TF300 32 GB | Rated 100% by by M.-Smith--saltshaker (May, 2012)If you want access to internet, email, games, photo's, etc, this thing is awesome.
Asus Eee Pad Transformer TF300 32 GB | Rated 60% by by Denise-M.-Bertrand (Jul, 2012)It was great for music, internet, email etc..
Asus Eee Pad Transformer TF300 32 GB | Rated 100% by by Mark-M (May, 2012)Graphics are great, games are cool and lifetime 8GB cloud is nice.
Operating System
Asus Eee Pad Transformer TF300 32 GB | Rated 80% by by RNDLL (Jun, 2012)held/docked.But overall, this device is just a joy to use and I would recommend it to anyone wanting an Android tablet on a budget.
Asus Eee Pad Transformer TF300 32 GB | Rated 100% by by GPN (Aug, 2012)Being mainly an iOS user I was very skeptical going into Android (with all the bugs, lag and other stuff I've heard about), but this tab doesn't have any issues at all!
Asus Eee Pad Transformer TF300 32 GB | Rated 40% by by Stan (May, 2012)Can anyone recommend a good android tablet?
Operating system
Asus Eee Pad Transformer TF300 32 GB | Rated 20% by by NMF96 (Oct, 2012)I used it extensively as it is a great tablet PC with fantastic functionality, speed, software, etc..
Asus Eee Pad Transformer TF300 32 GB | Rated 100% by by Robbie-Ware (Jul, 2012)Asus did a fantastic job with the hardware and software and the result is a tablet that rivals the iPad.
Asus Eee Pad Transformer TF300 32 GB | Rated 100% by by K.-Lee (Jul, 2012)I made sure to do the software updates immediately after powering it up, that is always a great idea.
Battery
Asus Eee Pad Transformer TF300 32 GB | Rated 80% by by Antonio-Shaw--SHAWAM (Jun, 2012)Oh, and the keyboard charges the Pad when you dock it, provided the keyboard dock has an adequate charge.
Asus Eee Pad Transformer TF300 32 GB | Rated 80% by by Johnny-Cinco (Jul, 2012)My battery can be charging or fully charged and the unit would give me the most random battery status.
Asus Eee Pad Transformer TF300 32 GB | Rated 100% by by Joleen-Valerie (Jun, 2012)Boot-up speed is really fast and the battery lasts me all day.
Competition What else you should consider
 | 1 | Google Nexus 10 Fastest processor Google Nexus 10 vs Asus Eee Pad Transformer TF300 |
 | 2 | Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 OK sunspider 0.9.1 benchmark Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 vs Asus Eee Pad Transformer TF300 |
 | 4 | Google Nexus 7 3-way tie: Fast Bluetooth Google Nexus 7 vs Asus Eee Pad Transformer TF300 |
 | 5 | Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1" 2-way tie: OK operating system Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1" vs Asus Eee Pad Transformer TF300 |
 | 6 | Sony Xperia Tablet S Lots of expandable storage Sony Xperia Tablet S vs Asus Eee Pad Transformer TF300 |
 | 7 | Barnes and Noble Nook HD Longest battery life Barnes and Noble Nook HD vs Asus Eee Pad Transformer TF300 |
 | 8 | Acer Iconia Tab A210 4-way tie: Biggest screen Acer Iconia Tab A210 vs Asus Eee Pad Transformer TF300 |
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