Testseek.com have collected 148 expert reviews of the Dell Venue 8 Pro 5830 and the average rating is 76%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Dell Venue 8 Pro 5830.
December 2013
(76%)
148 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
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1823 Reviews
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The editors liked
Compact size despite running full Windows
Grippy rubberised back
Nice IPS display
Snappy performance in an attractive package
Bright and colorful screen
Full Windows 8.1 and basic Office 2013 software for $300
Excellent battery life
Case and keyboard accessories are functional
If imperfect
Runs full version of Windows 8.1
Responsive and fast
Includes Microsoft Office Home and Student
Bright display
Lightweight design
Smooth performance
Preloaded Microsoft Office
The tiny Dell Venue 8 Pro has a premium look and feel for such an inexpensive system
Offers good stylus support
And runs full Windows 8 in something about the size of an iPad Mini
Full Windows 8.1 OS
Very thin and light
Solid build quality
Smallest form factor for true Windows 8.1 tablets. Portability. Good battery life. Easy to hold and use. Very affordable price. USB charging.
Affordable price for a full-Windows tablet
Easy to use with one hand
Bright
Crisp display
Impressively loud audio
Microsoft Office included
Snappy performance
Good battery life
Low Price
Decent Performance
Good Screen
Great price for a Windows tablet
Solid performance
Bright screen with good viewing angles
Long battery life
Great bang for your buck
Allows for pen input
The editors didn't like
2GB RAM limits multitasking and heavier apps
No LTE/Cellular variant
MicroUSB to USB adaptor would be a handy inclusion
A little larger and bulkier than some Android and iOS tablets
Windows app ecosystem is still playing catch up
Small screen makes it a middling candidate for a laptop replacement
Few ports
Lack of thumb rejection can be frustrating
Windows Start button poorly placed
Windows app store smaller than those for Android or iOS
Keyboard an extracost accessory
Awkward home button placement
Mixed audio quality
A misplaced Windows button throws off the usability
And the 32GB of SSD storage won't hold much. A promised keyboard accessory isn't available yet
Only one USB port for both charging and data transfer
Optional stylus doesn't live up to expectations
Text and desktop mode items are small. Stylus accuracy needs improvement. Only 11GB free after initial setup. No docking keyboard option. USB Host requires dongle. No HDMI or DisplayPort
Published: 2014-02-20, Author: Elias , review by: pcworld.co.nz
Compact size, Textured back, MicroSD card slot
No Micro-HDMI, A little sluggish at times, Some noticeable backlight bleeding
The Dell Venue 8 is a nifty little Windows 8.1 tablet device that can fit into the palm of your hand thanks to its 8in screen and thin body. It's a decent performer for most tasks, but can struggle a little with CPU-intensive Web streaming...
Abstract: You might find that not all desktop applications will comfortably make the transition to a smaller 8in screen, however. The display has a 1,280x800 resolution, which is lower than the standard 1,366x768 on most laptops.Navigating the Windows 8 Desktop can...
Published: 2014-04-17, Author: Dan , review by: CNET.co.uk
The tiny Dell Venue 8 Pro has a premium look and feel for such an inexpensive system, offers good stylus support, and runs full Windows 8 in something about the size of an iPad Mini
A misplaced Windows button throws off the usability, and the 32GB of SSD storage won't hold much. A promised keyboard accessory isn't available yet
The Dell Venue 8 Pro comes close to being a great pocket-size mini-PC, but a misplaced button and missing accessories feel like unnecessary errors....
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Published: 2014-03-04, Author: Dave , review by: wired.co.uk
Decent screen, powerful processor, sturdy build, good battery life
No HDMI
The Dell Venue 8 Pro is a reasonably powerful Windows 8 device for a decent price. However, you'll need to shell out for an additional keyboard to get the most use out of it. Specifications Software Windows 8.1 (32-bit) Processor Quad-core...
Light and compact, all-day battery life, good value, Microsoft Office included
Relatively underpowered, small screen restricts usefulness
Dell's Venue 8 Pro has a better display than some 8in Windows 8 tablets we have seen but, with its small screen and low performance, it's still effectively a netbook replacement....
Solid performance, Decent screen, Slim and light design, Runs full Windows 8.1
Screen is small for Windows desktop apps, Average battery life
Given the lack of competition, it's not saying much when we label the Venue 8 Pro the best small screen Windows tablet around. All the same, it's the first to make a convincing case for such a device. It's small, light and easy to lug around, but also sp...
Published: 2014-02-13, Author: Mike , review by: itpro.co.uk
Good build quality; Compact design; Numerous business features
Mediocre screen; Average battery life; No removable battery
Dell proves there is life in 8in Windows 8.x devices. There are advantages to having a small tablet which can support all Windows applications, but the screen and specification could be better....
Nice IPS screen, Active Stylus support, Build quality feels solid, Decent battery life
Stylus sold separately, No HDMI-out, We still need (way) more Win 8 apps, Weaker performance than some ARM tablets
If you're on the lookout for a solid 8-inch Windows tablet for running a mix of apps and Windows programs, Dell's Venue 8 Pro is a solid choice at a reasonable price – especially since we've recently seen it on sale at Staples for $280. But it isn't alo...
Published: 2013-10-03, Author: Chris , review by: pocket-lint.com
Abstract: Dell has officially announced the Dell Venue 8 Pro tablet, reviving an old family name with the launch of two tablets at 8 and 10.8 inches. The smaller of the two models was first seen at IDF 2013, but we got the chance to play with a pre-production sampl...
