ASUS Transformer TF300 Tegra 3 Android 4.0 ICS Tablet PC Unboxing & First Look Linus Tech Tips
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CA: ncix.com US: us.ncix.com NVIDIA's Tegra 3 processor delivers unbelievable power in applications and games with improved power consumption over the last generation Tegra 2. ASUS has leveraged the power of the Tegra 3 and its own manufacturing prowess to bring the TF300 to market. This IPS panel tablet PC is slim, light and loaded for bear!
The video opens with Linus showcasing an ASUS Transformer Pad TF300 unboxing. He notes that the unit is a demo model and that the packaging is intentionally kept simple, emphasizing the device’s Nvidia Tegra branding and basic accessories. Linus walks through the physical design, pointing out the plastic back, available color options, and the layout of the ports including micro HDMI, micro SD, and the keyboard dock connector. He discusses the practical differences from the Transformer Prime, highlighting the reduced material cost, lighter weight, and the benefit of a plastic back in terms of fingerprints and grip. As the device is powered on, he remarks on the boot process and prepares viewers for a hands-on look at the hardware outside and inside, including camera placement, speakers, and input controls. The section also contrasts the TF300 with the prior generation, setting the stage for later performance analysis and software features. The unboxing concludes with Linus noting the anticipation for software and cloud features that come bundled with the device.
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Questions answered
- What are the key hardware features of the ASUS Transformer Pad TF300 highlighted in the unboxing?
- Key features include a plastic back design with color options, micro HDMI, micro SD, and a keyboard dock connector, an 8 MP rear camera, front ambient light sensor, and stereo speakers improved in this model. The tablet uses Nvidia Tegra 3 with four performance cores and one low-power core, and it supports a 1280x800 IPS display.
- How does the TF300 compare to the Transformer Prime in terms of performance and materials?
- The TF300 uses a plastic back instead of the metal back of the Transformer Prime, which reduces fingerprints and can improve grip. It shares the same Tegra 3 CPU as the Prime but downgrades the GPU slightly, resulting in strong performance that is still smoother than Tegra 2, especially in tasks like web browsing and app responsiveness.