Dell Venue 8 Pro
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Average of 22 scores (from 31 reviews)
Reviews for the Dell Venue 8 Pro
8-inch versatility. The Dell Venue 8 Pro is an 8-inch tablet based on Intel's current-generation Atom processor. Does the pint-sized Windows 8.1 tablet, which comes with MS Office free of charge, really enhance productivity and is it a worthwhile investment?
Source: Expert Reviews EN→zh-CN Archive.org version
The Dell Venue 8 is a good-looking tablet which feels very well made, and has the advantage of the full version of Windows 8.1, so you have access to thousands of Windows applications. However, we're not happy with its screen; if you're after a Windows 8.1 tablet, the Lenovo Miix 2 8 tablet has a better panel and is significantly cheaper.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 08/04/2014
Rating: Total score: 60%
Source: T Break EN→zh-CN Archive.org version
The Dell Venue 8 Pro is certainly a capable tablet and coupled with a stand and keyboard it can be a capable budget laptop as well. It comes with a full version of Windows and the inclusion of Microsoft Office is a good bonus. At AED 1299 in some shops here in the UAE it’s not too far off similarly priced Windows tablets and definitely easier to handle than some.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 05/07/2014
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 85% performance: 75% features: 75% workmanship: 85%
Source: V3.co.uk EN→zh-CN Archive.org version
Overall, we were impressed that a fully working PC can be squeezed into such a light and compact device as the Venue 8 Pro, but we also wonder who the exact target market is for these 8in Windows tablet devices. The form factor makes it too small to be useful for any serious productivity work, while anyone looking for a consumer tablet for web browsing and watching videos is likely to prefer an iPad or Android device. That said, a device such as this could be viewed as a companion to a full size PC or laptop, which the price point of £249 is in keeping with. In this case, the bundled copy of Microsoft Office could prove useful.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 02/21/2014
Rating: Total score: 60%
Source: It Pro EN→zh-CN Archive.org version
Microsoft has finally given manufacturers the green-light to develop sub-10in Windows 8.x tablets. Dell is aiming to capitalise on this by offering the Venue 8 Pro, a device chocked full of business features. Dell proves there is life in 8in Windows 8.x devices. There are advantages to having a small tablet which can support all Windows applications, but the screen and specification could be better.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 02/13/2014
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Trusted Reviews EN→zh-CN Archive.org version
If you are intent on buying a 8-inch, Windows 8.1 tablet then the Dell Venue Pro 8 is currently the best one out there. It's comfortable to use, has a nice, bright display, the battery life really impresses and general performance is very good. For £250, it represents great value for money as a standalone tablet you are going to use for everyday tasks. We still have our niggling issues most of which are levelled at the operating system more than anything else. Until Microsoft sort out scaling issues for the traditional desktop mode, Microsoft Office is difficult to use without an additional keyboard. That means investing more pushing the price closer to £300 if you go for Dell's official option.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/29/2014
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 70% performance: 70% features: 80% display: 80% mobility: 80% workmanship: 80%
Source: Hot Hardware EN→zh-CN Archive.org version
We like both of Dell’s Venue 8 tablets, but they’re entirely different devices, with different hardware and operating systems. They’re likely to appeal to different segments of the market, too. So, while our HotHardware Approved award applies to both tablets, we’re separating our conclusions here.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/15/2014
Source: Liliputing EN→zh-CN Archive.org version
There aren’t many tablets that offer what the Dell Venue 8 Pro does: It’s an inexpensive device that can run mobile-friendly apps as well as the same apps you might run on your desktop or notebook PC. There’s an option for a pressure-sensitive pen which lets you jot handwritten notes in OneNote, enter text with handwriting recognition, or draw in art and graphics apps. And it’s cheap.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/24/2013
Source: Slashgear EN→zh-CN Archive.org version
Bottom line here, the Dell Venue 8 Pro appears to be a decent value for the asking price. We do have to admit though, we struggled a bit to find a place where it truly fits in our work flow. Granted, that is just one specific person, so we have to discount that thought a little bit. If you are living in a Windows world, whether it be for work or pleasure, the Venue 8 Pro could be a viable alternative as compared to your basic Android or iOS tablet.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 12/19/2013
Source: Engadget EN→zh-CN Archive.org version
Should you buy the Venue 8 Pro? The answer isn't exactly "yes," and it isn't exactly "no." It's "wait." Wait for Dell to issue some firmware updates to address the aggressive auto-brightness settings and the flaky pen performance. And wait for more of these 8-inch Windows tablets to start shipping.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/16/2013
Source: PC World EN→zh-CN Archive.org version
The Dell Venue Pro 8 will never replace your laptop, but that’s not the point. For $300, you get full Windows in a mini tablet, and despite the low price, it’s not cheaply done. It’s well built, performs well, and will run all day on battery. The only big caveats are the lack of ports and the half-baked active pen.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 12/06/2013
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: PC Mag EN→zh-CN Archive.org version
The Dell Venue 8 Pro is much easier to recommend than older Atom tablets. It can actually perform multimedia tasks in a reasonable amount of time, but still manages to excel at battery life. It fits easily in the hand, and is more portable than the 10-inch tablets we've seen up until now. It's got a much better screen than the muddy one on the 8-inch Acer Iconia W3, so it's easier on the eyes. That said, while recommended for ultramobile users who don't need a lot of local storage, the Dell Venue 8 Pro doesn't quite earn an Editors' Choice for two reasons: The Venue 8 Pro's base model is still a bit short on storage, and we haven't seen enough 8-inch Windows tablet competitors to unequivocally award the Venue 8 Pro an EC.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 12/05/2013
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Laptop Mag EN→zh-CN Archive.org version
With smooth performance, built-in Office and a comfortable lightweight design, the $299 Dell Venue 8 Pro is a dependable device for taking Windows 8.1 on the road. That is, as long as you can get over the strange placement of the home button. While the Pro's initial price tag is inviting, you'll have to spend an extra $89 to add in a keyboard.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/02/2013
Rating: Total score: 70%
Source: Comp Reviews EN→zh-CN Archive.org version
For those wanting a highly portable tablet that features the full Windows 8.1 operating system, the Dell Venue 8 Pro is a solid choice. Performance is quite surprising thanks to the new Atom processor and its size means that it can be held with one hand much better than larger 10-inch tablets. Even the limited storage can be dealt with thanks to the microSD card slot.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/21/2013
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Tabtech DE→zh-CN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/03/2014
Rating: Total score: 74% price: 80% performance: 60% display: 80% mobility: 70% workmanship: 80%
Source: Cyberbloc DE→zh-CN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 07/04/2014
Rating: Total score: 70%
Source: Mein PC & ich - Heft 3/2014
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 05/01/2014
Rating: Total score: 74%
Source: Chip (Print) - Heft 5/2014
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 04/01/2014
Rating: Total score: 87%
Source: PC Welt DE→zh-CN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 02/10/2014
Rating: Total score: 86% performance: 91% features: 82% display: 86% mobility: 84%
Source: Chip.de DE→zh-CN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 01/31/2014
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 75% features: 76% display: 73% mobility: 89%
Source: Netzwelt DE→zh-CN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/23/2014
Source: Onlinekosten.de DE→zh-CN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/21/2014
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: MuyComputer ES→zh-CN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 06/24/2014
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: CNet France FR→zh-CN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/18/2014
Rating: Total score: 60%
Source: Mobi France FR→zh-CN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/12/2014
Source: 01Net FR→zh-CN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 01/13/2014
Rating: Total score: 60%
Source: Tabletowo PL→zh-CN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 12/01/2014
Rating: Total score: 85%
Source: PC Lab.pl PL→zh-CN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 03/09/2014
Source: Notebook-Center.ru RU→zh-CN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 05/11/2016
Source: Ixbt RU→zh-CN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/10/2014
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8.00":
这个屏幕尺寸介于智能手机和平板的边缘。大部分平板电脑都采用更大尺寸的屏幕,不过也有一些智能手机提供了这样大的屏幕。
大尺寸可以让屏幕有更高的分辨率。因而例如字体等的细节将会更丰富。不过另一方面,小屏幕的功耗会较低,而设备也会更轻盈小巧,售价更低。
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