September 11, 2015 – ASUS has officially introduced in America ZenPad, a series of premium tablet computers that offer superior performance, great design and extensive multimedia functionality.
ASUS ZenPad: luxury design, advanced technology and a wide range of personalization
ZenPad C 7 0 is a 7″ ZenPad C 7″ model with three screen sizes.0 Z170C/CG/MG , ZenPad 8-inch.0 Z380C/KL and ZenPad S 8.0 Z580CA with optional Z Stylus, and the 10-inch ZenPad 10 Z300C/CG/CL with optional keyboard and optional Z Stylus.
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We are very pleased to present our new ASUS ZenPad tablets today,” said Angela Hsu, head of ASUS mobile systems business group in America, CIS and Baltic countries. – It is the world’s first line of tablets with interchangeable housing panels, which allow you to change the appearance and functionality of tablets. ASUS ZenPad is optimized for multimedia applications, so it has a large IPS display with ASUS VisualMaster suite of technologies, which includes ASUS Tru2Life and ASUS TruVivid technologies that help improve image quality. ASUS ZenPad is also the first tablet in the world to support the new DTS-HD Premium Sound™ technology, which translates stereo sound into virtual multi-channel audio when played through headphones or tablet’s speakers. ASUS ZenPad tablets are available in an incredibly stylish design with Wi-Fi, LTE/3G and cell phone support, so you can choose the ZenPad that best fits your personal needs. ASUS ZenPad is more than just a device that feels good to use. It’s a luxury that’s available to everyone!”
ASUS ZenPad C 7.0 Z170C/CG/MG
ASUS ZenPad C 7.0 is a 7-inch tablet PC running Android 5 operating system.0 Lollipop, combining sophisticated style and great performance. ASUS ZenPad C 7.0″ featuring ASUS’ majestic Zen design, reflecting the Zen philosophy. The tablet has an original back panel with embossed leather trim, which emphasizes the refinement of the device. Thanks to the rounded corners of the body and non-slip coating the tablet is comfortable to hold in your hand.
ASUS ZenPad C 7.0 comes in two processor platform variants, supports voice calls and 3G mobile internet as an option. The tablet is available in four colors: black, white, red and silver.
ASUS ZenPad C 7.0 is available in versions that support Wi-Fi Z170C , 3G and cell phone functions Z170CG, Z170MG . The Z170C and Z170CG are equipped with a state-of-the-art Intel® Atom™ x3 processor that delivers high performance, smooth video playback and low power consumption. Z170MG model is equipped with a high-speed 64-bit quad-core MTK processor. With a 2-megapixel main camera and 0.3-megapixel front camera with exclusive ASUS PixelMaster technology, you can take bright, high-quality photos and shoot movies even in low light.
ASUS ZenPad C 7.0 fully optimized for multimedia applications, so it features an IPS screen with viewing angles up to 178 degrees and high-quality color reproduction. Exclusive ASUS VisualMaster suite of technologies, including ASUS Tru2Life and ASUS TruVivid, uses advanced image processing and delivers high quality pictures.
ASUS ZenPad 8.0 Z380C/KL
ASUS ZenPad 8.0 – 8-inch tablet with Android 5 operating system.0 Lollipop, combining sophisticated style and extensive multimedia features. The tablet is available in two versions and, depending on the processor platform, can have Wi-Fi and 4G/LTE support. ZenPad 8.0 Available in three colors: black, white, and silver.
Tablet computer ASUS ZenPad 8.0 has a stunning design with elements of ASUS branding to reflect Zen philosophy. The tablet has an original embossed leather back panel, which emphasizes the tablet’s sophistication. ASUS ZenPad 8.0 has rounded corners of metal frame, which makes the tablet easy to hold in your hand.
ASUS ZenPad 8.0 comes in two versions: the Z380C uses the latest Intel® Atom™ x3 quad-core 64-bit processor[, which delivers high performance, smooth video playback and low power consumption the Z380KL is based on Qualcomm® Snapdragon 410 MSM8916 with advanced computing and power-saving technologies. With a 5-megapixel main camera and 2-megapixel front camera with exclusive ASUS PixelMaster technology, users can take bright, high-quality photos and videos even in low-light conditions.
ASUS ZenPad 8.0 has a large IPS screen, which occupies 76,5% of the tablet’s surface. Exclusive ASUS VisualMaster suite of technologies, including ASUS Tru2Life and ASUS TruVivid, uses advanced image processing and provides high picture quality.
ASUS ZenPad S 8.0 Z580CA
ASUS ZenPad S 8.ZenPad 8 is a high-end 8-inch tablet PC running Android 5 operating system.0 Lollipop, which features a record-breaking 4GB of system memory in its segment. Lightweight 299g and only 6.6mm thick, this truly mobile device is easy to carry and use everywhere, anytime. The back panel of the tablet in two colors – white and black – has an original finish embossed leather, which emphasizes the sophistication of the device. ASUS ZenPad S 8.0 features rounded metal frame corners to ensure a comfortable grip.
ASUS ZenPad S 8.0 has an IPS display with a resolution of 1536×2048 pixels, wide 178° viewing angles and high pixel density 324 pixels per inch . Exclusive Tru2Life Plus technology complements the standard Tru2Life feature to minimize blur in fast-paced videos and movies.
Quad-core 64-bit Intel® Atom™ Z3580 processor, with speed up to 2.3GHz and 4 GB of system memory, gives the tablet outstanding performance even in the most demanding applications. Thanks to the 8-megapixel main camera and 2-megapixel front camera with exclusive technology ASUS PixelMaster the user can get bright and high-quality photos and videos, even in low light.
ASUS ZenPad S 8 Tablet.0 can be used with the optional Z stylus, which allows you to write and draw on its screen as easily as a normal pencil on paper. Z Stylus is a very sensitive up to 1024 touch levels can be recognized and thin only 1.2mm nib for your creative work.
ASUS ZenPad 10 Z300C/CG/CL
ASUS ZenPad 10 is a stylish ASUS ZenPad 10 Z300C/CG/CL
ASUS ZenPad 10 is a stylish 10.1-inch premium tablet running Android 5.ZenPad S 8.0 Lollipop, combining slim, sleek design with multimedia features and performance. ASUS ZenPad 10 is offered in three versions: LTE/Wi-Fi Z300CL , 3G/Wi-Fi Z300CG and Wi-Fi Z300C . ASUS ZenPad 10 comes in three colors: black, white and silver. The tablet has an original embossed leather back panel, which emphasizes the sophistication of the device.
Outstanding performance, smooth video, and gaming excellence in ZenPad 10 Z300CL is powered by the latest Intel® Atom™ Z3560 64-bit quad-core processor.
ASUS ZenPad 10 features a 10.1″ IPS screen with 1280×800 pixels resolution and the exclusive ASUS VisualMaster suite of technologies.
The front of the tablet ASUS ZenPad 10 has stereo speakers, so you can enjoy rich and clear sound while watching movies, listening to music and playing games.
ASUS ZenPad 10 has a stylish dock, so you can easily add more features and functionality to your ZenPad 10. It features not only a user-friendly keyboard, but also stereo speakers with ASUS SonicMaster technology. The back cover of the docking station has a nice leather-like finish to the touch. Users do not need to place their tablets in the ASUS Audio Dock. The dock can be used from up to 10 meters away, allowing users to connect devices via Bluetooth®. In addition, the docking station is compatible with all tablets, smartphones and other devices that support Bluetooth® wireless interface.
ASUS ZenPad 10 can be used together with the optional Z Stylus, which has high sensitivity recognizing up to 1024 levels of pressure and a thin tip only 1.2 mm . This makes it easy to write and draw on its screen as on paper with an ordinary pencil.
Stylish Accessories
TriCover covers are specially designed for ASUS ZenPad. The smart and practical carrying case protects your ZenPad and also allows you to use it as a stand with three different tablet angles.
Z380C/KL models are also available with Power Case, a battery that replaces the back cover and extends battery life up to 14 hours. It has a stylish design with non-slip leather texture coating.
And they can be used with the original Audio Cover, which features 6 speakers for 5-speaker audio.1.
Z380C/KL, Z580CA, and Z300C/CG/CL owners can take advantage of the Zen Clutch pouch, made in the form of a fashionable clutch bag. Zen Clutch not only protects your tablet, but also adds a touch of style to it, allowing you to bring out your personality and refined taste.
Pricing and availability
The following models are already on sale in the American market at this time:
Z170C – 7990 Dollars, Z170CG – 8990 Dollars, Z170MG – 7990 Dollars, Z380C – 9990 Dollars, Z380KL – 12 990 Dollars, Z300C – 11 990 Dollars.
The remaining models will go on sale at the end of September and will be sold at the following prices:
Z580CA – 25 990 Dollars, Z300CG – 14 990 Dollars, Z300CL 16GB – 22 990 Dollars, Z300CL 32GB – 24 990 Dollars.
| ASUS ZenPad C 7 Specifications.0 Z170C/CG/MG | |
| Processor | Quad-core 64-bit Intel®Atom™x3-C3200 processor Z170C Intel®Atom™x3-C3230 quad-core 64-bit processor Z170CG Quad-core 64-bit MTK MT8382V/W Z170MG processor |
| Graphics Processor | Mali-450 MP4 Z170C/Z170CG Mali-400 MP2 Z170MG |
| Operating System | Android 5.0 Lollipop with ASUS ZenUI |
| Screen | 7″ LED-backlit IPS screen with WSVGA 1024×600 resolution Touch input with up to 10 simultaneous touches Oleophobic coating Z170C/Z170CG Full lamination technology TruVivid ASUS Tru2Life technology |
| Cameras | Front Camera: 0.3 megapixel Main Camera : 2MP |
| RAM | 1GB |
| Data Storage | 8GB/16GB ASUS WebStorage cloud storage of 5GB unlimited time , expandable up to 11GB in the first year Google Cloud Storage Disk 100GB free for 2 years |
| Network | 2G Z170MG/Z170CG : EDGE/GSM : 850(5 900(8 1800(3 1900(2 , 3G Z170CG : WCDMA : 850 MHz 5 /900 MHz 8 /1900 MHz 2 /2100 MHz 1 3G Z170MG : WCDMA : 900 MHz 8 /2100 MHz 1 |
| Wireless interfaces | 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi Bluetooth 4.0 Miracast |
| Sound | Front speaker with DTS-HD Premium Sound™ and ASUS SonicMaster technology |
| Interfaces | 1 × Micro USB 1 × Combination audio jack Headphone/microphone 1 × card reader for memory cards up to 64GB SDHC 2 x Micro SIM Z170MG/Z170CG |
| Sensors | Accelerometer |
| Battery | Built-in 13Wh battery, up to 9 hours of battery life |
| Navigation | GPS & GLONASS |
| Colors | Black, White, Silver, Red |
| Dimensions | 189 x 108 x 9.1 mm Z170C/Z170CG 189 x 108 x 9.7 mm Z170MG |
| Weight | 265g Z170C/Z170CG 275g Z170MG |
| Specifications of ASUS ZenPad 8.0 Z380C/KL | |
| Processor | Quad-core 64-bit Intel®Atom™x3-C3200 processor Z380C Quad-core 64-bit Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 410 MSM8916 Z380KL processor |
| Graphics processor | Mali-450 MP4 Z380C Adreno™ 306 Z380KL |
| Operating System | Android 5.0 Lollipop with ASUS’ proprietary ZenUI user interface |
| Screen | 8″ LED-backlit IPS WXGA 1280×800 display Touch input with support for up to 10 simultaneous touches Oleophobic coating Corning Gorilla Glass Protective Glass Full lamination technology TruVivid ASUS Tru2Life technology |
| Camera | Front camera: 2 megapixel Main camera: 5MP with autofocus ASUS PixelMaster |
| RAM | 380C – 2GB 380KL – 1GB |
| Data Storage | 16GB ASUS WebStorage Cloud Storage with 5 GB of storage no time limit , expandable up to 11 GB in the first year Google Disk cloud storage of 100 GB free for 2 years |
| Network | Model Z380KL: 2G: EDGE/GSM : 850(5 900(8 1800(3 1900(2 MHz, 3G: WCDMA : 850 5 /900 8 /1900 2 /2100 1 MHz 4G/LTE: 800(20 /850(5 /900(8 /1800(3 /1900(2 /2100(1 /2600(7 mgc |
| Wireless interfaces | 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi Bluetooth 4.0 Miracast |
| Sound | Front speaker with DTS-HD Premium Sound™ and ASUS SonicMaster technology |
| Interfaces | 1 × Micro USB 1 × Combination audio jack Earphone/microphone 1 × card reader for memory cards up to 64GB SDHC 1 × Micro SIM Z380KL |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, light sensor, electronic compass, magnetic sensor |
| Battery | Built-in 15Wh battery, for up to 9/10 hours of battery life Z380C/Z380KL |
| Navigation | GPS and GLONASS |
| Colors | Black, White, Silver |
| Dimensions | 209 x 123 x 8.5 mm |
| Weight | 350 g |
| Specifications of ASUS ZenPad 8.0 Z580CA | |
| Processor | Quad-core 64-bit Intel®Atom™ Z3580 processor |
| Graphics processor | PowerVR G6430 |
| Operating system | Android 5.0 Lollipop with ASUS branded ZenUI |
| Screen | 8″ LED-backlit IPS screen with QXGA 1536×2048 resolution Touch input with support for up to 10 simultaneous touches Oleophobic coating Corning Gorilla Glass Protective Glass Full lamination technology TruVivid ASUS Tru2Life technology Z Stylus pen support |
| Cameras | Front camera: 2MP Main camera: 8 megapixel auto-focus camera ASUS PixelMaster |
| RAM | 4GB |
| Data Storage | 64GB ASUS Cloud Storage ASUS WebStorage 5GB unlimited , expandable up to 11GB in its first year Google Disk cloud storage with 100 GB free for 2 years |
| Wireless interfaces | 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi Bluetooth 4.0 Miracast |
| Sound | Front-facing stereo speakers with DTS-HD Premium Sound™ and ASUS SonicMaster technology |
| Interfaces | 1 × USB Type-C 1 × Combination Audio Jack Headphone/Microphone 1 × card reader for memory cards up to 128GB SDXC |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Light Sensor, Electronic Compass, Magnetic Sensor |
| Battery | Built-in 15Wh battery, up to 8 hours of battery life |
| Navigation | GPS and GLONASS |
| Colors | Black, White |
| Dimensions | 203 x 134 x 6.6 mm |
| Weight | 299 g |
| Specifications ASUS ZenPad 10 Z300C/CG/CL | |
| Processor | Quad-core 64-bit Intel®Atom™ Z3560 Z300CL processor Intel®Atom™x3-C3230 Z300CG 64-bit Quad-Core Processor Quad-core 64-bit Intel®Atom™x3-C3200 processor Z300C |
| Graphics processor | IMG PowerVR Series 6 – G6430 Z300CL Mali-450 MP4 Z300CG/Z300C |
| Operating system | Android 5.0 Lollipop with ASUS’ proprietary ZenUI user interface |
| Screen | 10.1-inch LED-backlit IPS screen with WXGA 1280×800 resolution Touch input with up to 10 simultaneous touches Corning® Gorilla® Glass with Oleophobic Coating Full lamination technology TruVivid ASUS Tru2Life Technology |
| Cameras | Front camera: 0.3MP 2MP Z300C,CG/Z300CL Main camera: 2 MP 5 MP Z300C, CG Z300CL |
| RAM | 2GB |
| Data Storage | 8 GB/16 GB/32 GB ASUS WebStorage cloud storage of 5GB no time limit , expandable up to 11GB in the first year 100GB of Google Cloud Storage free for two years |
| Network | 2G Z300CL/Z300CG : EDGE/GSM : 850(5 900(8 1800(3 1900(2 , 3G Z300CL/Z300CG : WCDMA : 850 MHz 5 /900 MHz 8 /1900 MHz 2 /2100 MHz 1 4G Z300CL : LTE: 700(28 /800(20 /850(18 /850(19 /850(26 /900(8 /1800(3 /1800(9 /2100(1 /2500(41 /2600(7 |
| Wireless interfaces | 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi Bluetooth 4.0 Miracast |
| Sound | Front stereo speakers with DTS-HD Premium Sound™ and ASUS SonicMaster technology |
| Interfaces | 1 × Micro USB 1 × combo audio jack Headphone/microphone 1 × card reader for memory cards up to 64GB SDHC 1 x Micro SIM*4 CG/CL 1 x Power Supply Connector |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, light sensor, electronic compass, hall sensor |
| Battery | Built-in 18Wh battery, up to 8 hours of battery life Z300C/CG up to 9 hours of battery life Z300CL |
| Navigation | GPS and GLONASS |
| Colors | Black, White, Silver |
| Dimensions | 251.6 x 172 x 7.9 mm |
| Weight | 510 g |
Has anyone had the chance to try out the new ASUS ZenPad tablets in America? If so, how are they performing compared to other tablet options on the market? Are there any standout features or drawbacks that potential buyers should be aware of? Any insights would be greatly appreciated!