The Comparisons: Google Nexus 7, Samsung Galaxy Note 8
The new NVIDIA Tegra Note 7 is a great little device, but it doesn’t exist in a vacuum. One of the toughest comparisons for it will be Google’s own Nexus 7. Starting at $229, the Nexus 7 is a Qualcomm powered 7-in tablet with a 1920×1200 screen. It is both thinner and lighter than the Tegra Note 7. Additionally, the Nexus 7 features 5.0 GHz 802.11n, NFC and is already capable of running Android 4.3.
Despite those differences, the NVIDIA tablet is still very competitive with the inclusion of the faster Tegra 4 processor and graphics cores, micro-SD slot for storage expansion, vastly superior audio output, and stylus support. The EVGA / NVIDIA tablet is also 10% less expensive, when comparing MSRPs.
The Nexus 7 is just slightly thinner than the Note 7, though you can tell the difference when holding in immediately. The weight difference is also something you can feel just by holding them successively. Part of the issue with the Tegra Note is likely due to weight distribution rather than the 0.1 pound difference, it feels heavier than the scale shows.
Build quality is another concern for the Tegra Note 7 going up against the Nexus 7. The 2013 edition of Google’s smallest tablet feels more expensive than it is, and the various units I have handled seem engineered to very tight tolerances. The buttons just feel a bit “better” as well, though not to the point that I can describe WHY.
Another interesting contender to the NVIDIA Tegra Note 7 is the Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0. This tablet is significantly more expensive thanks to the included active stylus technology. A 16GB version of this tablet will run $359 or so.
Obviously the Galaxy Note 8.0 is larger than the other two competitors, but not dramatically. It performs very well thanks to the quad-core Exynos Samsung SoC, but can’t keep up when it comes to graphics and gaming.
The Note 8.0 is thinner than the NVIDIA Tegra Note 7. The biggest advantage this Samsung tablet has is the active stylus implementation of Samsung S-Pen.
When using the NVIDIA Tegra Note 7 and the Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 side by side, it is clear that the active implementation of the pen technology has its advantage over the NVIDIA DirectStylus passive implementation. But NVIDIA was very upfront with us that would be the case – its claim is they offer very similar performance in key areas like palm recognition and variable width strokes at a significant price cut. Based on the MSRP of the Note 8.0 from Samsung ($379) and the Tegra Note 7 ($199), that is clearly the case.
This looks pretty nice! The
This looks pretty nice! The performance is well better than I was expecting. I don’t know much about the tests that were run, but are they screen resolution independent?
For me, the improved audio isn’t at all a feature as I almost always listen to my tablet over BT. But, I can see how that would be a nice feature–especially for a low end tablet.
But, the lower screen resolution is the largest downside. The screen of the N7/2013 is wonderful.
I’m still trying to figure out why anyone would buy the Samsung tablet.
But, the lower screen
But, the lower screen resolution is the largest downside. The screen of the N7/2013 is wonderful.
Again, it goes back to price. I wish people would stop harping on that.
It’s the same as last year’s
It’s the same as last year’s Nexus 7 which everyone raved about. No, it’s not the best anymore, but still a good display.
One site in the U.S. with
One site in the U.S. with more details on the new Tegra Note is TabletSprint — and they add in premium bonus games and free 4G monthly internet access with 500MB of data use.
This EVGA Nvidia Note 7
This EVGA Nvidia Note 7 tablet is a killer!! Check out the full review right here!! http://goo.gl/mMaaiA
The built in stylus is a nice
The built in stylus is a nice touch, price is solid too, I’ve already got 2 tablets, so I’m not in for this generation.
But if this is the angle they are taking I’ll strongly consider it in the future 🙂
1280×800? This is a total
1280×800? This is a total non starter! Especially when the Nexus 7 (2013) is the same price. Then there’s the rooted Kindle HDX option. Good luck Nvidia.
Nexus 7 (2013) is $30 more
Nexus 7 (2013) is $30 more than the Tegra note. But yes it would have been great if they included a higher res display. It beats the Nexus in all other categories (except for a few design flaws on the outside).
The tegra 4 soc seems to be
The tegra 4 soc seems to be faster than other leading mobile soc’s. Yes, the battery life suffers. Is this why we are not seeing the tegra 4 soc in more mobile devices?
Are the test run at native
Are the test run at native resolution or fixed ?
The devices don’t have same resolution so you might want to clarify how the test were run.
Most are running at a fixed
Most are running at a fixed resolution. For example, 3DMark Unlimited is running at a fixed resolution to make the results directly comparable.
I’m disappointed about the
I’m disappointed about the game streaming. While I appreciate that it may struggle with the lack of fast Wifi, it should still be possible (even if at a reduced resolution).
Tommy’s Hardware says that
Tommy’s Hardware says that this thing supports PC streaming, but I heard Mr. Shrout say otherwise on the live stream. Who’s right here?
I am. 🙂
No game streaming.
I am. 🙂
No game streaming.
The 1200×800 is an advantage
The 1200×800 is an advantage for games since they will have a better frame rate than nexus 7. I prefer the lower res as I intend to use this for tegra 4 android gaming but it must output the games to hdmi at 720p for me to get it…
Agree !
Agree !
I originally thought the
I originally thought the cover was included, but it’s not. Another $29.99. Seems a bit steep for a cover.
The stylus and the Tegra 4
The stylus and the Tegra 4 did it for me !
Hey Ryan,
If someone were to
Hey Ryan,
If someone were to buy a USB Wifi dongle that supported 2×2 would it be able to stream?
Thanks.
http://www.androidpolice.com/
http://www.androidpolice.com/2014/02/20/evgas-tegra-note-7-getting-4-4-2-update-right-now/
Tegra Note 7 users should update.
hello guys i love Sony Tablet
hello guys i love Sony Tablet and i have sony tablet now my friend want to buy new tablet but i am confused between Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 vs Archos 101 Platinum
and i compare both tablet http://tabletvs.net/compare/Samsung-Galaxy-Tab-2-7-0-vs-Archos-101-Platinum
but i am not tech geek someone please suggest which one is best
those two are simply BAD.
those two are simply BAD. tegra note 7 is the best. Other alternatives are nexus 7 and kindle fire hdx.
Everyone shut up about the
Everyone shut up about the display. I have a 50$ no name tablet with 800*480(183ppi) display which is absolutely gorgeous for movies and gaming. 800P display on tegra note 7 should be KILLER for the price. The lower the resulation, the better the framerates in gaming.