NEW DELHI, INDIA: The Asus FonePad, which was unveiled at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2013, has been launched in India. The device will be available across Croma stores and select Asus authorised retail outlets starting April 30, according to a report on NDTV.
The surprising part is that Asus, which is also the supplier of Google Nexus 7 in India, has priced the 8GB version of FonePad the same as 16GB version of Nexus 7 tablet at Rs. 15,999.
Hence, the FonePad and Google Nexus 7 may offer tough competition to each other. Let us compare the specs and features of these tablets, and you can let us know, which tablet you would go for.
Features | Asus FonePad | Google Nexus 7 |
Display | 7 inch | 7 inch |
Operating system | Android 4.1 Jelly Bean | Android 4.2 Jelly Bean |
Processor | 1.2GHz Intel Atom Z2420 processor | 1.2GHz quad-core ARM Cortex-A9 Nvidia Tegra 3 T30L |
Battery | 4270mAH | 4325mAH |
RAM | 1GB | 1GB |
Primary camera | 3MP | Â ___ |
Front camera | 1.2MP | 1.2MP |
Storage | 8GB expandable up to 32GB | 16GB |
Resolution | 1280x800 pixels | 1280x800 pixels |
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However, the Asus FonePad offers phone functionality, including 3G connectivity for mobile data and full telephony support, which is available in the 32GB version of Nexus 7 that costs Rs. 21,999. So, after going through the comparison, which tablet would you prefer? Google Nexus 7 or the Asus FonePad? Do let us know.