Asus VivoTab Note 8 M80TA-B1-BK (32GB)
The Asus VivoTab Note 8 M80TA-B1-BK is 32GB version of the PC maker’s 8-inch Windows tablet. As a stand-out feature, the VivoTab Note 8 has high-quality active digitizer support by Wacom and included stylus pen, so it is convenient for note taking and graphics art. Another not-so-common feature on 8″ Win devices is GPS receiver and the M80TA-B1-BK has one built-in. In other aspects, it’s an average device, with an Intel Atom Bay Trail processor, 2GB of RAM, and 1280×800 screen resolution. Thankfully, the screen is powered by IPS wide viewing angle technology and a free copy of Microsoft Office Home & Student is included.
Specifications of the M80TA-B1-BK
Here are the specs of the M80TA-B1-BK with descriptions of its features. For comparison against other laptops, you can use the "Compare Specs" button.
Brand | Asus |
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Screen Size | 8-inch |
Screen Resolution | 1280x800 pixels HD (entry-level sharpness) |
Touchscreen | Finger multi-touch input The screen supports finger touch input, including multi-touch gestures. Active digitizer pen input The screen supports active digitizer pen input, besides the common finger multi-touch input. In comparison to simple capacitive pens you can use on any touchscreen, active digitizer pen input provides advanced features like pressure sensitivity. Check with the laptop seller whether the active pen is included in the package. |
Other Display Specs | IPS type Displays based on IPS technology provide much wider viewing angles than the budget-class TN screens. |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Atom Z3740 quad-core 1.33-1.86GHz 2MB cache (User Benchmark CPU score: 15) |
System Memory (RAM) Size | 2GB RAM 2GB RAM size is rare nowadays and makes laptops with it almost unusable due to the low capacity. The recommended size is at least 8GB. |
Data Storage | 32GB eMMC A barely usable capacity. |
DVD Optical Drive | None |
Graphics (GPU) | Intel HD integrated graphics of low-end CPUs (only for the lightest gaming) |
Keyboard & Input | Touchscreen Active digitizer pen |
Speakers & Audio | Stereo speakers As usual, the device features a pair of built-in stereo speakers. |
Camera | Front + rear Laptops usually feature a frontal webcam located on the display bezel. This device additionally has a rear camera. |
Wi-Fi Wireless | 802.11N 802.11N is an old Wi-Fi standard, precursor of the 802.11AC and the latest 802.11AX with improved data transfer speeds and connectivity. 802.11N is rarely used in modern laptops. |
Bluetooth | Yes This laptop has a built-in Bluetooth module. It enables you to connect the computer to Bluetooth mice and other Bluetooth peripherals, smartphones, and other Bluetooth-equipped devices. |
USB Ports | 1 x micro USB 2.0 |
Video Output Ports | None The laptop has no video output port. |
Media Card Reader | MicroSD card reader The laptop has a slot for MicroSD memory cards. These are small SD cards commonly used in smartphones. |
Other Features | Free Copy of Microsoft (Office) Home & Student 2013 GPS (Global Positioning System) technology Stylus pen |
Battery | 15 Whr "up to 6 hours" battery life |
Weight | 0.8 pounds |
Height | 0.4" |
Width | 8.7" |
Depth | 5.3" |
Windows Version | Windows 8.1 Windows 8.1 is eligible for free upgrade to Windows 10 Home. Check Windows.com for more info. |
Warranty | 1-year A typical laptop warranty. |
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