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Testseek.co.uk have collected 345 expert reviews of the NVIDIA Shield Tablet 8 inch and the average rating is 83%. Scroll down and see all reviews for NVIDIA Shield Tablet 8 inch.
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The editors liked

  • Gamestream makes PC gaming portable
  • Classleading GPU performance
  • 5MP cameras front and back
  • Convincing stereo speakers
  • Seamless Twitch integration
  • Builtin DirectStylus 2
  • Stock Android with promise of updates
  • 4K video at 60fps via HDMI 2.0
  • BBC iPlayer on an Android TV box
  • The best cloud gaming platform around
  • Tegra X1 processor ensures unparalleled performance
  • Google Cast abilities
  • Voice commands and search
  • Game Controller included
  • Excellent technical characteristics
  • Fair price
  • Possible alternative console Steam Machines
  • Class leading performance
  • Extensive feature set
  • High-quality touch screen
  • Powerful speakers
  • Extensive connectivity options (although many require 3rd party adaptors)
  • Console mode
  • Impressive battery life
  • Customisable covers
  • Google Play offers hundr
  • Xbox 360-style controller
  • Great 720p screen
  • PC game streamin
  • First thing first - the Nvidia Shield is insanely powerful. Nvidia's Tegra 4 chipset is the absolute cutting edge in terms of mobile tech
  • It blows away pretty much every other Android hardware on the market when it comes to pure
  • Unadulterated processing clout. From a gaming perspective this means that the Shield runs every Android game with ease
  • Even taxing 3D titles like Real Racing 3 don't c
  • Exceptional power
  • Great for gaming
  • PC streaming is excellent
  • The original Nvidia Shield was a technological powerhouse
  • Proving the graphical strength of the Tegra 4 processor. The Shield Tablet is another massive step forward
  • Boasting Nvidia's new Tegra K1 chip
  • Which boasts the same kind of power you'd see insid
  • The Nvidia Shield Tablet packs a lot of graphics punch with a new Tegra K1 processor. It has expandable microSD card storage
  • Runs Android 5.0 Lollipop and offers full access to Google Play app store. Its add-on wireless game controller enables connected
  • Solid build
  • Incredibly powerful
  • Frees up your games library
  • Console-quality controller
  • Overall responsiveness
  • Complete control over processing power use per app
  • Screen quality/good contrast/nearly perfect colours
  • A dream gaming machine/GameStream pretty much faultless
  • Excellent front camera (photo/video)
  • Excellent apps for use with sty
  • Incredible power
  • Amazing gaming controls
  • PC streaming
  • Topnotch internal hardware
  • Good price
  • Awe
  • Inspiringly powerful
  • Easy PC streaming
  • Powerful enough to run high
  • End games
  • Sleek design
  • Affordably priced
  • Decently priced
  • Great specs
  • Possible alternative to Steam Machines
  • Small
  • Compact design
  • Controller and remote included
  • 4K and HDR support
  • GeForce Now cloud streaming is great
  • Best TV box for gaming
  • Superbly powerful in all tasks - not just for gaming
  • Doubles as a capable home console through HDMI hook-up
  • Can stream PC games to play on the tablet
  • Some games optimised for the Shield alone
  • Soon to get Android 5.0 Lollipop
  • Powerful processor
  • Android 5.0 Lollipop
  • Lots of ports for connectivity
  • Sharp front-facing camera
  • Great for gamers
  • Comfortable gamepad
  • Excellent build quality
  • Very fast for an Android device
  • A gamers dream
  • Excellent value for money
  • Superb specification
  • Lag free Game Streaming
  • DirectStylus is a great addition
  • Performance surpasses anything we've seen before
  • Stylus is a bonus
  • Sturdy

The editors didn't like

  • Limited outdoor visibility
  • Lowres for a flagship tablet
  • Android still lacks killer games
  • No remote control in the box
  • Android TV is still lacking in app support for many big name services
  • Gamer-friendly looks are an acquired taste
  • Less portability than the first version
  • Bulky gamepad
  • Its unique approach may put off many consumers who want something more
  • Expensive for what it is
  • Small number of games
  • Awkward touchscreen controls
  • Although the Nvidia Shield is comfortable to hold and a pleasure to use
  • It's massive and very
  • Very heavy. Fitting all those gaming controls into the casing has resulted in a console which makes the PS Vita look positively tiny in comparison - this isn't a handheld that you'll effortlessly be slipping into your pocket before leaving the house.Another issue relates to the console's reliance on An
  • Controller isn't included
  • Battery life is poor
  • Not many games push the hardware
  • The Shield Tablet's technological power isn't in doubt
  • But aside from Trine 2
  • There's not much out there that really pushes it to its limits at the moment. Most Android games are rather basic visually
  • Although the preinstalled Nvidia Hub does make the
  • Its plastic chassis feels a little cheap
  • There aren't many Android games that support the K1 graphics potential
  • The game controller required to play most games is sold separately
  • Whole package is expensive if you're not a PC gamer
  • More Android games need to take advantage of all that power
  • Contrast could be better
  • Poor battery life when gaming
  • Poor finish on the frame
  • Accessories (the controller is a necessity for proper gaming) must be bought separately
  • Poor main camera
  • Limited developer support at launch
  • Somewhat uncomfortable design
  • Many largely unneccessary features
  • Performance will depend on quality of internet connection
  • Not as portable as the first
  • Contoller is beefy
  • Smart home function aren't available yet
  • Not a huge step forward from the last version
  • Perhaps a little heavy although understandably
  • To get the most from it you'll need to invest in the game controller and cover too
  • Screen a little off-white
  • Chunky and slightly heavy
  • Battery doesn't last long while gaming
  • Limited storage options
  • Expensive for a gaming handheld
  • Still limited by the Android library
  • PC game streaming only for local network
  • 'Optional' controller is an essential
  • Rather chunky
  • Slight blacklight bleed from one edge
  • Average battery life
  • The accessories don't do the tablet justice unless you're playing through your TV

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  Published: 2013-09-02, Author: Sahil , review by: illgaming.in

  • Abstract:  Own one of those tablets? Waiting for a phone with Tegra 4 to launch? Here's a list of games you should definitely check out.Published by Zynga, Eden to Green is a touch based tower defense game based on protecting planet Eden from robotic invasion. Built...

 
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  Published: 2013-01-11, review by: hardwarezone.com.my

  • Abstract:  NVIDIA has been busy springing surprises in this year's CES show and the announcement of NVIDIA Project Shield is the culmination of five long years to ensure all the relevant pieces of the puzzle were mature enough to come together and make it a reality....

 
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  Published: 2014-01-20, Author: Abe , review by: yugatech.com

  • Powerful hardware, Affordable price, Wireless streaming, Ergonomic design, Impressive battery life, Very affordable
  • Bulky form factor and hefty
  • The NVidia Shield is a dedicated Android device for gaming, and can be polarizing — either you will love it a lot or find it excessive for your needs. It's great for voracious and a great alternative for people who've been so used to the likes of the PSP...

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  Published: 2013-10-13, Author: Nick , review by: tbreak.ae

  • At it's core the Shield is actually quite a beast, with plenty of power to run some pretty great games. But it's most talked about feature is the ability to stream games from your PC, and sadly this isn't quite perfect just yet. Add to that the bulky na...

 
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  Published: 2013-08-01, Author: Oo , review by: digitalone.com.sg

  • Abstract:  Better known for its graphics cards and mobile processors, Nvidia has made its move into the handheld gaming space with a device that looks like an Xbox game controller with a 5-inch screen attached.The Shield boasts powerful hardware, starting with the N...

 
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  Published: 2013-01-11, review by: hardwarezone.com.ph

  • Abstract:  NVIDIA has been busy springing surprises in this year's CES show and the announcement of NVIDIA Project Shield is the culmination of five long years to ensure all the relevant pieces of the puzzle were mature enough to come together and make it a reality....

 
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  Published: 2014-11-18, review by: xataka.com

  • Un gran ecosistema de juegos, Rendimiento de la GPU, Actualización rápida a Android 5.0, Muchas opciones de conectividad
  • La reflectividad de la pantalla en exteriores, El acabado plástico no está a la altura, El mando: caro, la respuesta táctil es mejorable, no viene incluido
  • GameStream nos va a permitir jugar en la consola con títulos ejecutados en el PC pero necesitaremos una gráfica de NvidiaLa personalización que ha realizado Nvidia se centra completamente en los añadidos para potenciar la faceta gamer de la Shield. Encont...

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  Published: 2014-11-01, Author: Daniel , review by: androidpit.es

  • Pantalla, Sonido, Rendimiento general y fluidez
  • Accesorios caros
  • Es el tablet perfecto para jugar. Además, para todo lo que ofrece, considero que no es cara; 300€ por la de 16GB y 380€ por la de 32GB que además es LTE. Sus accesorios son caros, el mando de juego cuesta 60€ y el protector otros 30€, pero la tablet fu...

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  Published: 2014-10-22, review by: notebookcheck.org

  • Abstract:  Diversión con el juego móvil. Gracias al módulo LTE Cat 4, este top model se puede usar para jugar en cualquier parte. Además, Nvidia dobló la memoria flash, la cual funcionó bastante más rápido en nuestro modelo de pruebas....

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  Published: 2014-09-23, review by: notebookcheck.org

  • Sobresaliente rendimiento de Tegra K1, Perfil de color sRGB precargado y elegible, GameStream y Twitch streaming
  • Bisel de carcasa susceptible a arañazos y grietas, Imperfecta rigidez del tablet

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