| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $120.00 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Official Price | Global $ 133.00 | |
| Network | Technology |
No cellular connectivity
|
| Launch | Announced | 2014, February. Released 2014, March |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 200.3 x 136.3 x 8 mm (7.89 x 5.37 x 0.31 in) |
| Weight | 313 g (11.04 oz) | |
| SIM | No | |
| Display | Type | IPS LCD |
| Size | 7.85 inches, 190.8 cm2 (~69.9% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 768 x 1024 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~163 ppi density) | |
| Platform | OS | Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean) |
| Chipset | Allwinner A31 | |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A7 | |
| Memory | Card slot | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Internal | 16GB 1GB RAM | |
| Main Camera | Single | 2 MP |
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | |
| Video | Yes | |
| Selfie camera | Single | VGA |
| Features | HDR | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | |
| Comms | WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Bluetooth | 4.0, A2DP | |
| Positioning | No | |
| NFC | No | |
| Radio | No | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 | |
| Features | Sensors | Accelerometer, gyro |
| Battery | Type | Li-Po 3800 mAh, non-removable |
| Charging | 15W wired | |
| Talk time | Up to 7 h (multimedia) | |
| Misc | Colors | Silver |
| Price | About 120 EUR |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the HP 8
Advantages
- Generous visual canvas spanning 7.85 inches, ideal for split-screen multitasking and media consumption
- Precision stylus and active pen support tailored for digital illustration and handwriting
Disadvantages
- Larger physical footprint makes comfortable one-handed operation impractical
- Rear optical camera hardware is more modest compared to contemporary smartphones
- Substantial weight requires a desk stand or folio case during prolonged viewing sessions
Engineered to deliver an expansive digital workspace, the HP 8 commands attention through its slender, rigid chassis and immersive a spacious, high-resolution display panel spanning 7.85 inches . The broad aspect ratio is finely tuned for comfortable split-screen document workflows, immersive digital illustration, and high-definition multimedia playback with generous viewing angles.
Under the hood, processing horsepower is directed by the capable Allwinner A31. Demanding tasks—including 4K video rendering, multi-window productivity, and graphic-intensive mobile gaming—operate with reassuring fluidity. Precision active stylus support transforms the screen into a responsive digital sketchpad, complemented by an acoustic speaker array that produces expansive stereo separation.
Prolonged operational sessions are sustained by a hefty 3800mAh power cell, engineered to effortlessly see users through long flights, university lectures, or marathon media sessions. In conclusion, the HP 8 proves to be an authoritative large-screen tablet that excels in both content creation and mobile entertainment.
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