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.
July 2014
(83%)
345 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
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
Published: 2014-05-15, Author: Peter , review by: eteknix.com
Since I reviewed the Nvidia Shield a few weeks ago, I've been constantly tinkering and finding new ways of using the device to expand my entertainment. Game Stream is certainly one of the best features I've found so far, but it's not without its own flaws...
Published: 2014-05-05, Author: Peter , review by: eteknix.com
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
Its unique approach may put off many consumers who want something more
“I think Nvidia are facing an uphill battle in terms of marketing, there is a fiercely competitive and much more established portable console market from the likes of Sony and Nintendo, while many of us also already have tablets, smartphones and other de...
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
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
The Nvidia Shield isn't going to be for everyone - the price tag alone will be enough to put off many potential buyers, and the lack of truly killer games on the Google Play market rather limits its appeal with hardcore players. However, if you value r...
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Published: 2013-08-02, Author: Will , review by: itproportal.com
Comfortable gamepad, Excellent build quality, Very fast for an Android device
Expensive for a gaming handheld, Still limited by the Android library, PC game streaming only for local network
It's really tough to judge the Nvidia Shield. Standing on its own merits, it's the most well-constructed, comfortable, powerful, and technically impressive Android gadget I've ever used. The gamepad feels great, the screen looks sharp and vivid, and the ...
The Shield is an impressive bit of hardware but it's niche - and it doesn't really replace any of the devices you already likely own.Tags:Games,Gadgets,AndroidBest prices todayRetailer Price Delivery Price comparision from, and manufacturersShare this a...
The first thing to remember about Nvidia's Shield is that it's a toy. Yes, it's driven by an advanced SoC, comes with some very innovative technology, and is really well-built. But at the end of the day, Shield is a handheld gaming console. We love the bl...
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Published: 2013-06-17, Author: Mike , review by: pocket-lint.com
Abstract: From the amount of green-coloured lights on Nvidia's stand at the 2013 E3 gaming expo you'd be forgiven for thinking that the final build of its Shield portable games console is also green. But, fortunately, it's not. Previously we've only seen the clam-s...
Abstract: Nvidia has announced that its portable Android games console, formerly known as Project Shield, will be released in the US in June. It will cost $350 (£230), so at the higher end of the price scale for gamers, but as Pocket-lint revealed during our hands-...
Abstract: Our first stop at this year's CES was Nvidia's suite in the Palms, where company representatives showed off pre-production versions of its Shield handheld. Chris Angelini weighs in with some of the specifics, plus his impressions of Nvidia's effort. We...
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Published: 2013-01-01, Author: Guy , review by: T3.com
Xbox 360-style controller, Great 720p screen, PC game streamin
Expensive for what it is, Small number of games, Awkward touchscreen controls
