Product comparison · 2 tablets

Acer Iconia W4-821 vs ASUS Transformer Pad TF103CG-1A005A tablet

78specifications compared
38differ
40identical
60known for one product only

Key differences

Display diagonal
- Iconia W4-821:20.3 cm (8")
- Transformer Pad TF103CG-1A005A tablet:25.6 cm (10.1")
Display resolution
- Iconia W4-821:1280 x 800 pixels
- Transformer Pad TF103CG-1A005A tablet:1200 x 800 pixels
Processor model
- Iconia W4-821:Z3740
- Transformer Pad TF103CG-1A005A tablet:Z2560
Processor cores
- Iconia W4-821:4
- Transformer Pad TF103CG-1A005A tablet:2
Processor boost frequency
- Iconia W4-821:1.86 GHz
- Transformer Pad TF103CG-1A005A tablet:1.6 GHz
Processor cache
- Iconia W4-821:2 MB
- Transformer Pad TF103CG-1A005A tablet:1 MB
Processor cache type
- Iconia W4-821:L2
- Transformer Pad TF103CG-1A005A tablet:Smart Cache
Graphics & IMC lithography
- Iconia W4-821:22 nm
- Transformer Pad TF103CG-1A005A tablet:32 nm

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Comparison of W4-821, TF103CG-1A005A
138 specifications	A Acer Iconia W4-821 Model W4-821 View product	B ASUS Transformer Pad TF103CG-1A005A tablet Model TF103CG-1A005A View product
Display2 differ
Display diagonalDiffers	20.3 cm (8")	25.6 cm (10.1")
Panel type	IPS	IPS
Display resolutionDiffers	1280 x 800 pixels	1200 x 800 pixels
LED backlight	Yes	Yes
Touch technology	Multi-touch	Multi-touch
Touchscreen type	Capacitive	Capacitive
Processor11 differ
Processor manufacturer	Intel	Intel
Processor family	Intel Atom®	Intel Atom®
Processor modelDiffers	Z3740	Z2560
Processor coresDiffers	4	2
Processor threads	4	4
Processor boost frequencyDiffers	1.86 GHz	1.6 GHz
Processor frequencyKnown for one	1.33 GHz	Unknown — not stated by the source
Processor cacheDiffers	2 MB	1 MB
Processor cache typeDiffers	L2	Smart Cache
Conflict-Free processor	Yes	Yes
Graphics & IMC lithographyDiffers	22 nm	32 nm
Processor codeDiffers	SR1M5	SR145
Processor codenameKnown for one	Bay Trail	Unknown — not stated by the source
Processor lithographyDiffers	22 nm	32 nm
Processor operating modesDiffers	32-bit, 64-bit	32-bit
Processor package sizeDiffers	17 x 17 mm	14 x 14 mm
Processor seriesKnown for one	Intel Atom Z3700 Series	Unknown — not stated by the source
Scenario Design Power (SDP)Known for one	2 W	Unknown — not stated by the source
SteppingDiffers	B2	B1
Thermal Design Power (TDP)Known for one	2 W	Unknown — not stated by the source
Tjunction	90 °C	90 °C
Supported instruction setsKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3
Thermal Monitoring TechnologiesKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	Yes
UARTKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	Yes
Memory2 differ
Internal memoryDiffers	2 GB	1 GB
Internal memory typeDiffers	LPDDR3-SDRAM	DDR3-SDRAM
Maximum internal memoryKnown for one	2 GB	Unknown — not stated by the source
Storage2 differ
Internal storage capacityDiffers	64 GB	16 GB
Storage media	Flash	Flash
Card reader integrated	Yes	Yes
Compatible memory cardsDiffers	MicroSD (TransFlash), MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC	MicroSD (TransFlash), SDHC, SDXC
Maximum memory card size	64 GB	64 GB
Graphicsidentical
Graphics card family	Intel	Intel
Graphics cardKnown for one	HD Graphics	Unknown — not stated by the source
Audioidentical
Built-in speaker(s)	Yes	Yes
Built-in microphone	Yes	Yes
Number of built-in speakersKnown for one	2	Unknown — not stated by the source
Camera1 differ
Rear camera type	Single camera	Single camera
Rear camera	Yes	Yes
Maximum video resolutionKnown for one	1920 x 1080 pixels	Unknown — not stated by the source
Video recording	Yes	Yes
Video recording modesKnown for one	1080p	Unknown — not stated by the source
Front camera	Yes	Yes
Front camera resolution (numeric)Differs	2 MP	0.3 MP
Rear camera resolution (numeric)Known for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	2 MP
Network2 differ
Mobile network connection	Yes	Yes
Mobile network generation	3G	3G
3G standardsDiffers	HSDPA, HSPA, HSPA+, HSUPA	UMTS
Bluetooth	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth version	4.0	4.0
Top Wi-Fi standard	Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)	Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Wi-Fi standardsDiffers	802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g	802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Ethernet LANKnown for one	No	Unknown — not stated by the source
Ports & interfaces2 differ
USB 2.0 ports quantity	0	0
Micro-USB 2.0 ports quantityKnown for one	1	Unknown — not stated by the source
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantityKnown for one	0	Unknown — not stated by the source
HDMI ports quantity	0	0
Micro HDMI ports quantityKnown for one	1	Unknown — not stated by the source
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) portsKnown for one	0	Unknown — not stated by the source
Microphone in	No	No
SmartCard slotKnown for one	No	Unknown — not stated by the source
Headphone outDiffers	Yes	No
Headphone connectivityKnown for one	3.5 mm	Unknown — not stated by the source
Combo headphone/mic portDiffers	No	Yes
DC-in jackKnown for one	No	Unknown — not stated by the source
Design2 differ
Form factorDiffers	Slate	Convertible (Detachable)
Product colourDiffers	Grey	Black
Device type	Mobile tablet	Mobile tablet
Performanceidentical
Position location	Yes	Yes
Assisted GPS (A-GPS)	Yes	Yes
GLONASS	Yes	Yes
GPS (satellite)	Yes	Yes
Sensorsidentical
AccelerometerKnown for one	Yes	Unknown — not stated by the source
Ambient light sensorKnown for one	Yes	Unknown — not stated by the source
GyroscopeKnown for one	Yes	Unknown — not stated by the source
Orientation sensorKnown for one	Yes	Unknown — not stated by the source
Proximity sensorKnown for one	Yes	Unknown — not stated by the source
Electronic compass	Yes	Yes
Securityidentical
Fingerprint readerKnown for one	No	Unknown — not stated by the source
Software2 differ
PlatformDiffers	Windows	Android
Operating system installedDiffers	Windows 8.1	Android
Operating system versionKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	4.4
Processor special features2 differ
Embedded options available	No	No
Enhanced Intel SpeedStep TechnologyDiffers	No	Yes
Intel 64Known for one	Yes	Unknown — not stated by the source
Intel Identity Protection Technology versionKnown for one	1.00	Unknown — not stated by the source
Intel Secure Key Technology versionKnown for one	1.00	Unknown — not stated by the source
Intel Smart Connect TechnologyKnown for one	No	Unknown — not stated by the source
Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x)	Yes	Yes
Intel® AES New Instructions (Intel® AES-NI)Differs	Yes	No
Intel® Anti-Theft Technology (Intel® AT)Known for one	Yes	Unknown — not stated by the source
Intel® Clear Video HD Technology (Intel® CVT HD)Known for one	Yes	Unknown — not stated by the source
Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)Known for one	Yes	Unknown — not stated by the source
Intel® Insider™Known for one	Yes	Unknown — not stated by the source
Intel® Quick Sync Video TechnologyKnown for one	Yes	Unknown — not stated by the source
Intel® Rapid Start TechnologyKnown for one	No	Unknown — not stated by the source
Intel® Secure KeyKnown for one	Yes	Unknown — not stated by the source
Intel® Small Business Advantage (Intel® SBA)Known for one	No	Unknown — not stated by the source
Intel® Smart Response TechnologyKnown for one	No	Unknown — not stated by the source
Intel® Turbo Boost Technology	No	No
Intel® Wireless Display (Intel® WiDi)Known for one	Yes	Unknown — not stated by the source
Idle StatesKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	Yes
Intel Enhanced Halt StateKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	Yes
Intel Smart Idle TechnologyKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	Yes
Intel Smart Idle Technology versionKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	1.00
Intel® Hyper Threading Technology (Intel® HT Technology)Known for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	Yes
Physical Address Extension (PAE)Known for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	Yes
Battery2 differ
Battery technology	Lithium Polymer (LiPo)	Lithium Polymer (LiPo)
Battery capacityDiffers	18.6 Wh	19 Wh
Number of battery cellsKnown for one	2	Unknown — not stated by the source
Battery life (max)Differs	8 h	9.5 h
Continuous video playback time (max)Known for one	8 h	Unknown — not stated by the source
Browsing time (Wi-Fi) (max)Known for one	10 h	Unknown — not stated by the source
Poweridentical
AC adapter powerKnown for one	10 W	Unknown — not stated by the source
AC adapter input voltageKnown for one	100 - 240 V	Unknown — not stated by the source
AC adapter frequencyKnown for one	50 - 60 Hz	Unknown — not stated by the source
Weight & dimensions4 differ
WidthDiffers	218.9 mm	257.4 mm
DepthDiffers	134.9 mm	178.4 mm
HeightDiffers	10.8 mm	19.8 mm
WeightDiffers	415 g	1.1 kg
Packaging content1 differ
AC adapter included	Yes	Yes
Keyboard includedDiffers	No	Yes
Cables includedKnown for one	AC	Unknown — not stated by the source
Quick start guide	Yes	Yes
ManualKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	Yes
Warranty cardKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	Yes
Other features3 differ
2G standardsDiffers	Edge, GPRS	Edge, GSM
Docking connectorKnown for one	No	Unknown — not stated by the source
Intel® Virtualization Technology (Intel® VT)Known for one	VT-x	Unknown — not stated by the source
Processor socketDiffers	BGA 1380	FC-MB4760
Wi-Fi	Yes	Yes
Processor ARK IDDiffers	76759	70101

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