Testseek.com have collected 307 expert reviews of the LG G Pad 8.3 V500 and the average rating is 81%. Scroll down and see all reviews for LG G Pad 8.3 V500.
December 2013
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The editors liked
Great for reading – 8.3 inch screen opens up web pages
QPair integration with your phone works really well
Nice bright screen with reasonable viewing angles and slim bezels
Knock-on eliminates the need to hunt for the power button
Micro SD storage exp
The LG G Pad 8.3 has a crisp full-HD display
A fast quad-core processor
And expandable memory
Good battery life
Excellent screen
Competitive price
Strong design
Great full HD display
Storage expansion
Charged by the microUSB standard and not something proprietary
Very versatile overlay to Android
Making it a tablet tweaker's dream
Just like the LG G2 smartphone
Comfortable in the hands with not just plastic
But also metal incorporated in the desig
The editors didn't like
Lower pixel density than a Nexus 7 makes it feel cheaper
Transition from LG's UI to Android apps is a but jarring
CPU feels like it's struggling to keep up
Sometimes stutters
Android 4.2
With no upgrade in sight (unless you get a Google Play Edition)
At $350
The Wi-Fi variant is steeply priced
And its design lacks a premium feel
LG's software is overwhelming
Poorly positioned speakers
Mediocre cameras
No 3G/4G option
Poor camera
Average battery life
LG's QPair phone linking solution works with any Android phone via the app
But it doesn't do enough
Remote control functionality isn't anywhere near as extensive as what appears on LG smartphones
Although the Nexus 7 is cheaper, the G Pad 8.3 has a substantially larger display, a faster processor and a microSD card slot for adding extra storage. Right now there's no better 8in Android tablet available, and arguably no better small Android tablet o...
Published: 2014-01-08, Author: Dave , review by: wired.co.uk
Terrific screen, powerful processor, sturdy build, expandable memory, good battery life
Not the cheapest, no network connectivity
At around £250 it's certainly not expensive, but then again, it's a good £50 more expensive than the Nexus 7, which is still a tough act to follow. Still, for the extra you get a slightly more powerful processor, a bigger screen and classier bodywork, p...
LG G Pad 8.3 – ReviewLG G Pad 8.3 – Review2013-12-30James PearceLG G Pad 8.3 - ReviewDesign - 8.5Hardware - 8Software - 7Camera - 6.5Screen Quality - 9Battery Life - 7777.7The LG G Pad 8.3 is a great tablet, with great potential, although I feel LG went a...
Great, vivid HD screen, Premium design, Expandable storage, Crisp, detailed video performance
Processor could be better, Music lacks energy, Autofocus is poor, Garish user interface, Expensive
There really is a lot to like about the LG G Pad, with its great screen, expandable memory and impressive design and build showing many of its 8in rivals how it's done.However, some of its internal specs are a little long in the tooth for launching this l...
the LG G Pad 83 is definitely a decent tablet, but we somehow get the impression that LG didn't know what they actually wanted to achieve with this device The G Pad 83 is somewhere inbetween a highend tablet and a lowend tablet This story already starts...
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Published: 2013-12-11, Author: Ian , review by: pocket-lint.com
Construction is great quality, lovely screen shows plenty of detail, superb battery life, speedy performance
Has to compete against the cheaper Nexus 7, camera quality, size won't suit all
The LG G Pad represents a strong return to the tablet market for LG. We hope the firm carries on making devices of this calibre - it feels premium thanks to top build quality and has enough strong features to make it well worthy of consideration - b...
Bright, vibrant screen; Plenty of apps and cool tools; Multitasker
Average battery life; Some features are basic or lacking
LG’s G Pad 8.3 may not be the most powerful or desirable Android tablet out there, but LG’s fantastic multi-tasking features means it’s great for getting several things done at once, while the bright and colourful screen is a fine way to enjoy media and m...
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Published: 2013-11-27, Author: Andrew , review by: CNET.co.uk
Slim, metal design, Bright and bold screen, Plenty of power
Unimpressive camera, No 3G or 4G connectivity, Older version of Android
The LG G Pad 8.3 has a good screen and a spritely processor and wraps it up in an attractive metal body. For £250, it's a good choice if you're already an Android user or simply don't want to splash the extra cash on the iPad mini....
Outstanding screen, Highly responsive, Good for onehand handling, Video player reads almost any file format, Over 10 hours' battery life, Doubletap to wake up/put screen to sleep
Small lags when quitting particularly big apps and returning to home screen, Front camera is very mediocre for video chats, LG's UX interface may not be to the liking of Android purists
The G Pad 8.3 marks a triumphant return to the tablet scene for LG. It's responsive, has more-than-satisfactory battery life and lots of handy features. The competition is tough, but—all things Apple aside—this slate is better than most of its Android aco...
Slim and well, built, Solid performance, Good multitasking interface
On the pricey side, Lousy front camera
The LG G Pad 8.3 is a slim and handsome tablet, but it's outflanked by three other competing slates. The Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 delivers everything you find here plus pressure-sensitive pen support, which actually makes a big difference – and priced at ...
