Recently, the price of the Win8 tablet has simply plummeted. Under the "free delivery" strategy of Intel and Microsoft, the price trend of the Win8 tablet is quite similar to that of the call tablet: there is no minimum, only lower! In the last issue, we just tested the Onda full HD 8.9-inch Win8 tablet, which costs only 799 yuan. This time, we got the lower price Kubi Rubik's Cube 7-inch Win8 tablet. Although the size is small, this Win8 tablet still has a four core processor configuration and an ultra-low price of 469 yuan, which has the ability to disrupt the market.
Advantages: low price, light and thin overall, good smoothness
Disadvantages: 1GB Memory feels small
Basic parameters
Processor: Atom Z3735G quad core
Native memory: 1GB
Built in storage: 16GB eMMC
Extended support: up to 32GB TF card
Screen size: 7-inch IPS, resolution 1280 × 800
Video interface: HDMI output
Battery capacity: 2800mAh
Size and weight: 190.8mm × 111mm × 8.8mm, 280g
Reference price: 469 yuan
Appearance design: very light and thin
The first impression of iwork7 is also close to other Win8 tablets, and there is nothing remarkable about it. However, the thickness and weight of the iwork7 will leave a good impression after you start playing. The average thickness of iwork7 is less than 8.8mm, and the thinnest part is less than 6mm, which makes it possible to hold it with one hand. Moreover, the overall weight of this tablet is less than 280g, so it is easy to hold it.
It's easy to hold it with one hand
For many Win8 tablets, due to cost considerations, some interface configurations will be reduced, but iwork7 is still in place in this regard. Except for the power key and volume key on the right side of the tablet, almost all standard interfaces are integrated above the tablet, including USB interface, HDMI output interface, headphone interface, TF interface, and the button to return to the tile interface.
Performance: 1GB Memory is a little tight
The processor of iwork7 is the same as that of most Win8 tablets at present. It is Atom Z3735G. This processor and its graphics card can fully meet the performance requirements of Win8 tablets in application.
Like other Win8 tablets, iwork7 also gives away a one-year subscription to Office 365, which makes it easy for us to install ordinary Office applications on the tablet. At least from the common Word, PPT and Excel, iwork7 is not hard to run, and even if you open several more windows, it is smooth enough.
The pressure of running Warcraft 3 is not too great
In terms of games, we also used Warcraft 3 and Heroes 3 to test in addition to the small games provided by Win8. It has been proved that in such 3D games, the performance of iwork7 is still good and acceptable. However, in the X86 desktop games, the frame rate is a little insufficient, and 1GB memory seems to be a little stretched. In addition, in terms of video, Intel processors are really powerful and have high compatibility. There is no pressure on 4K hard solutions. However, it is worth mentioning that under high pressure applications, if the number of windows is slightly more, the switching is still a bit stuck. This problem is relatively rare in products with 2GB memory.
Function expansion: OTG Very practical
Basically, as long as the Win8 tablet is equipped with a USB interface, it can be connected to other devices through the OTG function, such as the mouse, keyboard, and of course, Bluetooth. The iwork7 can even connect to the 3G network card, which should be said to be quite practical. HMDI output is a more meaningful function, which also extends the entertainment performance of iwork7.
In terms of the screen, the 1280 × 800 IPS screen is suitable for 7 inches. It looks comfortable on the tile interface and the traditional desktop. It doesn't feel small or rough, and it is convenient to operate. If the resolution is higher, I'm afraid it will have problems.
When the iwork 7 is fully charged, it can continuously play 1080P video for 4 hours. It must be said that the power management ability of Windows 8 is still very strong. In standby mode, the iwork7 with only 10% power has been in standby for two days without stalling.
Editorial opinions
Price is the trump card
Computer News Aka Chief: For a 7-inch Win8 tablet worth 469 yuan, we really have no more requirements. We can indeed find many problems with this type of tablet, but in the face of this devastating price, everything else has become a floating cloud. If you want to buy a Win8 tablet in the near future, then Kubi Rubik's Cube iwork7 is really worth it. Intel has decided to continue to subsidize tablet processors, which means that the price of Win8 tablet will only continue to decline in the future. Of course, we still want to kindly remind southern manufacturers that they should pay more attention to design and soft power than price.
