Acer Iconia Tab W700

Overview

TechSpot Metascore

Based on 31 expert reviews

Excellent:

5
Good:

8
Average:

9
Bad:

9

Pros:

Slate tablet form factor.
1080p resolution.
Includes cradle and pre-paired keyboard.

Cons:

Text and UI are small in desktop mode.
Needs Wacom digitizer stylus compatibility for artists and engineers.

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Last revision on November 29, 2015

Reviewers Liked

Slate tablet form factor
1080p resolution
Includes cradle and pre-paired keyboard
Very good battery life
Wide viewing angle
Comes with carrying case
Full Windows 8
Loud speakers
Can work as a tablet or a small desktop

Reviewers Didn't Like

Text and UI are small in desktop mode
Needs Wacom digitizer stylus compatibility for artists and engineers
No GPS
The non-adjustable stand limits viewing angles
Need an external mouse or touch pad for efficient Windows navigation
Expensive
Thick and heavy for a tablet
Dock too unwieldy for travel
Poor camera quality

Expert reviews and ratings

When it comes to tablets, we'd wager that most Maximum PC readers lean toward the x86 variety—in theory, at least. Right? It's the more capable, more flexible option—the natural fit for computer nerds. In fact, with specs that rival an Ultrabook 's, an...

By Maximum PC on July 25, 2013

Most tablets take after Olympic marathon runners when it comes to their dimensions, with almost zero body fat. The ICONIA isn't one of those anorexic creations. Acer has instead adopted the brutish dimensions of a weight lifter, with a much greater heft...

By APC Magazine on July 02, 2013

It's neither a great tablet, nor a great laptop replacement as its battery life is too short and the supplied accessories too cumbersome. The only genuine bright spot is the screen, but it's not enough on its own to convince us.

By TrustedReviews on May 14, 2013

As ever, Acer has managed a bargain with better specs and more goodies in the box than their competitors. What's new are the classy unibody aluminum casing and overall high end specs. This tablet has an excellent full HD display, good performance and...

By MobileTechReview on April 16, 2013

Acer's Iconia W700 is fast, well built and comes with a beautiful, Full HD screen. It's the type of tablet Windows users should love. However, its supplied cradle and docking options could be much better -- you only get a couple more USB ports when...

By Good Gear Guide on April 08, 2013

The Acer Iconia W7, like most Windows 8 tablets, will live or die on its hardware, which in turn defines the type of experience users will have. With the Microsoft Surface Pro, you know that the processor is more than enough to multi-task between...

By tbreak.ae on March 25, 2013

The Acer Iconia W700 is heftier than a lot slates on the market, but it packs in standard laptop components to deliver some pleasing power for general use. The bundled dock and wireless keyboard allows you to use it as a standard PC at your desk and...

By CNET UK on February 20, 2013

A great Windows 8 tablet, but the cradle and keyboard could be better...

By Expert Reviews on February 15, 2013

Acer delivers a cut-price Windows 8 tablet with a fine Full HD display, but modest performance and plasticky accessories colour its appealRating: 3Average: 3 (1 vote) We've had to wait patiently, but Acer’s Iconia W700 is the first Windows 8 tablet to...

By Channel Pro on February 08, 2013

Acer delivers a cut-price Windows 8 tablet with a fine Full HD display, but modest performance and plasticky accessories colour its...

By Alphr on February 06, 2013

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