Any opinions on these two?
I currently have a GN8, and am considering switching to the GPE LG G Pad.
As far as I can see, biggest differentiators are:
S-Pen (+ for GN8)
Screen resolution (+ for G Pad)
Processor (+ for G Pad)
Batteries are same size (I think), but I am concerned that higher screen resolution might mean a hit there. More efficient (?) processor might balance this out (?)
Any other factors I'm missing?
This is an LG G Pad forum. The answer you will get here is to buy the G Pad. If you want someone to tell you to buy the Galaxy Note 8, go to that forum and people will tell you to buy one of those.
Really, for many people the major reason to buy the Note 8 is the stylus. Unless you plan to use the Samsung stylus a lot, then I would recommend the G Pad.
Also gpad is about 1cm less in width and might be easier to hold in one hand.
I will took the G pad or wait...
- Gpad has a better screen resolution.
- Gpad has a GPE version so ASOP rom (far better than TW)
- Stylus is not that usefull, I own a note 33 as my main device and I'm done with it...
- Gpad has screen problem but is far well build... (aluminium)
For me Note tab 8" and Tab 8" are obsolet and samsung will strike back with new device to compete with the new standard 1920x1200 screen
i took my gn8.0 to bestbuy to compare with g pad
and i decided to keep my gn8.0
first i dont like software button
and i think gn8.0 have better saturated color
i can deal with does issue because i really like design of g pad
and screen is little bit clear than gn8.0
but major issue i found about g pad is low screen brightness...
also i played some games g pad force to low brightenss..
So I'm on the verge to buy a 8 inches tablet and I've come down to a choice between the G Pad and the Samsung Tab Pro 8.4 and would like to have your opinions.
So of course, on paper, I should go with the Tab Pro. Better CPU&GPU, higher resolution, bigger battery, etc. But...the G Pad kinda looks better, has software buttons, has better Roms support (thank you GPE) and is also 150 € cheaper ! I also wonder if the GPE program will allow the G Pad to get updated longer than the Tab Pro.
So is the faster CPU/GPU really a huge leap of performance ? I'm not a huge gamer and will mostly browse the web and watch films.
What do you think ?
DannyBiker said:
So I'm on the verge to buy a 8 inches tablet and I've come down to a choice between the G Pad and the Samsung Tab Pro 8.4 and would like to have your opinions.
So of course, on paper, I should go with the Tab Pro. Better CPU&GPU, higher resolution, bigger battery, etc. But...the G Pad kinda looks better, has software buttons, has better Roms support (thank you GPE) and is also 150 € cheaper ! I also wonder if the GPE program will allow the G Pad to get updated longer than the Tab Pro.
So is the faster CPU/GPU really a huge leap of performance ? I'm not a huge gamer and will mostly browse the web and watch films.
What do you think ?
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I have the Gpad and it is a nice tablet, however, all the development is for the non GPE version. I also like soft buttons better than physical buttons. But if I were buying now it would be hard to overlook the 8.4 with Best Buy selling it for $249 in stores. It is now $80 cheaper than the Gpad.
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I have the Gpad and it is a nice tablet, however, all the development is for the non GPE version. I also like soft buttons better than physical buttons. But if I were buying now it would be hard to overlook the 8.4 with Best Buy selling it for $249 in stores. It is now $80 cheaper than the Gpad.
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I have tried both. The display on the Gpad is far too dark, not even 300 nits.
"Distribution of brightness as well as brightness are poor. With an average brightness of 291.7 cd/m², the G Pad 8.3 performs worse than all comparison devices: The average brightness of the Google Nexus 7 display is above 200 cd/m² higher! A brightness distribution of 78% is very uneven. Such brightness differences can be seen with the naked eye in big white areas."
http://www.notebookcheck.net/Review-LG-G-Pad-8-3-Tablet.108906.0.html
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I have tried both. The display on the Gpad is far too dark, not even 300 nits.
"Distribution of brightness as well as brightness are poor. With an average brightness of 291.7 cd/m², the G Pad 8.3 performs worse than all comparison devices: The average brightness of the Google Nexus 7 display is above 200 cd/m² higher! A brightness distribution of 78% is very uneven. Such brightness differences can be seen with the naked eye in big white areas."
http://www.notebookcheck.net/Review-LG-G-Pad-8-3-Tablet.108906.0.html
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I use the Gpad mostly indoors where brightness is not an issue. In fact I find the darker screen much easier on my eyes while reading ebooks. I have a Nexus 7 I use away from home and outside where a brighter screen works best.
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i've had both. I find the G Pad not bright and the screen not crisp. I also has 2 warranty issues with build quality and screen. I wouldn't recommend it.
I also had a GPad before, screen too dark even indoors (basically full brightness for any dark movie), weird sound, blue line when got hot. Not a bad device, but if you can get a regular 8.4 at similar price they are not even in the same league.
ncguy68 said:
I have the Gpad and it is a nice tablet, however, all the development is for the non GPE version. I also like soft buttons better than physical buttons. But if I were buying now it would be hard to overlook the 8.4 with Best Buy selling it for $249 in stores. It is now $80 cheaper than the Gpad.
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Can you link me to an add that says tab pro 8.4 for 249? Because every add I see is still 329.00.
As far as processor and development go the gpads processor is more than fine. It can also be overclocked. I find that today's apps or even the best games need no over clocking though. They simply haven't caught up to the hardware. I so rarely have any tablet I own above 25% brightness I'm not sure how bright these guys homes are that they can't see the screen. My home is bright enough that I could cut diamonds and I have no issues, ever, with any tablet. The gtab has 348 nits max bright while the Tab pro goes to 450 so the Tab pro is better for outside direct sunlight viewing though. I find it to be better than the Nexus 7 2013 in fact and I love that tablet. The gpe version can use any of the custom ROMs by the by.
As for the pro tab 8.4 I find the hardware great. Mine did develop a stuck pixel however and I despise the speakers being on the same side. The physical buttons are horrible but I overcame that by using pie controls and disabling the hardware buttons.. The build quality of the 8.4 I find satisfactory, however the range and connectivity of the wifi are pathetic. Overall the hardware and screen are better in the 8.4 but if I'm going out I grab any tablet but the Tab pro 8.4 as wifi range and dropped connections are so bad on it.
All this being said, truthfully if I were you...i would wait to buy a tablet all together. In just a few short months or even less there will be a mass release of new tablets. They will all be quite nice I'm sure if you are looking for the latest and greatest, also, it will serve to lower the price of current models. The one I am hoping for is a nexus 8.9 but there will be a plethora of others.
conan1600 said:
Can you link me to an add that says tab pro 8.4 for 249? Because every add I see is still 329.00.
As far as processor and development go the gpads processor is more than fine. It can also be overclocked. I find that today's apps or even the best games need no over clocking though. They simply haven't caught up to the hardware. I so rarely have any tablet I own above 25% brightness I'm not sure how bright these guys homes are that they can't see the screen. My home is bright enough that I could cut diamonds and I have no issues, ever, with any tablet. The gtab has 348 nits max bright while the Tab pro goes to 450 so the Tab pro is better for outside direct sunlight viewing though. I find it to be better than the Nexus 7 2013 in fact and I love that tablet. The gpe version can use any of the custom ROMs by the by.
As for the pro tab 8.4 I find the hardware great. Mine did develop a stuck pixel however and I despise the speakers being on the same side. The physical buttons are horrible but I overcame that by using pie controls and disabling the hardware buttons.. The build quality of the 8.4 I find satisfactory, however the range and connectivity of the wifi are pathetic. Overall the hardware and screen are better in the 8.4 but if I'm going out I grab any tablet but the Tab pro 8.4 as wifi range and dropped connections are so bad on it.
All this being said, truthfully if I were you...i would wait to buy a tablet all together. In just a few short months or even less there will be a mass release of new tablets. They will all be quite nice I'm sure if you are looking for the latest and greatest, also, it will serve to lower the price of current models. The one I am hoping for is a nexus 8.9 but there will be a plethora of others.
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I never saw the tab pro 8.4 online for $249. Only in store at Best Buy. This was before the tab s went on sale today. Not sure if the $249 price is still good.
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ncguy68 said:
I never saw the tab pro 8.4 online for $249. Only in store at Best Buy. This was before the tab s went on sale today. Not sure if the $249 price is still good.
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Op if you can find this tablet at the price he saw it at I'd run to buy it. Don't walk, sprint all out. It would be a steal at $250.00. While it has its issues that price point would more than make up for the inconvenience. Not to mention the latest greatest coming soon would never bear out against such a price.
G Pad F 8.0 is slightly smaller than G Pad 3, but it is compatible.
It's also applied to G Pad X 8.0.
I can't find official weight spec anywhere. An apple watch comparison mentions it at 55g. Can any watch owners confirm this? I have a Wear24 right now which is little too heavy at 85g. Thinking of replacing it with a lighter Ticwatch E or HW. Was thinking LG style as well but like the 1.4" screen .
According to the specs tab at BPH Photo, it's 2.1 oz / 60.5 g (Watch and Band). https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/prod...5020533_watch_smartwatch_stainless_steel.html
Huawei Gen 1
I using a stronger leather band with the watch.
The total weight is now 61g ( just test it in the kitchen)
Hi all, is there any alternative stylus pen that same features but cheaper but yet still got quality, bcoz the original mi pen too xpensive thanks
https://tinyurl.com/4sz289wk
Works PRO Stylus for Xiaomi pad 5 High Accuracy Sensitive in Compact Form for Touch Screens [3 Pack-Black] on Amazon for $12.99I haven't used it but have placed an order. Lets see how it works
No alternative. They are all crap and will 100% end up in the trash... No integration with the software at all.
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https://tinyurl.com/4sz289wk
Works PRO Stylus for Xiaomi pad 5 High Accuracy Sensitive in Compact Form for Touch Screens [3 Pack-Black] on Amazon for $12.99I haven't used it but have placed an order. Lets see how it works
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That looks like a capacitive pen! .. then of course it's 'compatible' with Xiaomi Pad 5 or anything else! I bought a cheap capacitive pen for my Pad 5 Pro with a GSI, but it's not usable at all. I can't write without palm rejection function.
My understanding is Xiaomi uses their own digital pen technology and there is no compatible one out there. So if you want to use a GSI, you are stuck!
There are palm rejection gloves out there, not sure if they'll work as intended though.
Yeah I know about gloves... but I never liked capacitive pens. My hand (paw) is so dumb and useless! But I'm sure lots of people have a better control in their hand.