Acer Chromebook Tab 10 Chrome OS Tablet Specs, Alternatives & More

Last updated on

06/08/2018

Published on

April 20, 2018

The Acer Chromebook Tab 10 is the first real Chrome OS tablet. It features a 9.7-inch screen and an active stylus. Because of that and its price starting at 329 US Dollars, it is a direct competitor to the 6th generation Apple iPad 2018. Like most Chromebooks, its main focus is the education market. Here is everything you should know about the Acer Chromebook Tab 10.

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Highlights

High-resolution 9.7-inch screen
2GHz Rockchip RK33XX processor
Wacom stylus
Chrome OS with Android app support

Acer Chromebook Tab 10: The Basics

On first sight, the Acer Chromebook Tab 10 looks like a typical Android tablet, that copies a couple of elements from the iPad. However, it has a full plastic body. While it might be robust enough for the classroom, it certainly does not look as high-end as Apple’s competitor does. However, it features an active Wacom stylus which can be stored inside the tablet itself.

The 9.7-inch IPS screen has a very high resolution of 2048 x 1536 pixel. Inside runs a 2GHz Rockchip RK33XX hexa-core processor with 4GB of RAM. The internal storage has a capacity of just 32GB. However, it can be upgraded using a MicroSD card. It also features a standard USB 3.1 Type C port which can be used to connect HD displays.

In the last couple of month, Chrome OS has been more and more optimized to be used by touchscreens only. While you will be able to attach a Bluetooth or USB keyboard, the operating system can be navigated by touch too. In addition to that, the Chromebook Tab 10 supports the Google Play Store and Android apps.

Full Specifications

Tablet	Acer Chromebook Tab 10
Operating System	Chrome OS
Display	9.7-inch IPS with 2048 x 1536
Processor	2GHz Rockchip RK33XX
Storage	32GB
Expandable	micro SD card reader
RAM	4GB
Rear Camera	unknown
Front Camera	unknown
Connectivity	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth
Ports	USB Type C
Battery	unknown
Security	no fingerprint reader
Dimensions	6.78″ x 9.38″ x 0.39″
Weight	1.21lb

Alternatives

The only other real Chrome OS tablet right now is the HP Chromebook x2. That one is more expensive, has a 12.3-inch screen and comes with a full keyboard dock.

Another direct competitor is the Apple iPad 2018 with a similar form factor, a more premium-feeling build quality and Apple Pencil support. If you are looking for similar Android tablets, you can check out the more expensive Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 or similarly priced ASUS ZenPad 3S 10.

Availability & Price

The Acer Chromebook Tab 10 will hit stores in April 2018 in North America. Prices start at 329 US Dollars. Elsewhere in the world, the tablet is set to be available in May. In Europe, it will cost 329 Euros including VAT.

Acer Chromebook Tab 10

Read now: Our Acer Chromebook Tab 10 Review

The Acer Chromebook Tab 10 is a great first Chrome OS tablet. It features a high-resolution screen, a decent performance, an included Wacom EMR stylus and Chrome OS is very promising. However, it does not seem to be completely ready yet. If you don't like experiments, you might want to wait for future Chrome OS tablets. Otherwise, feel free to get it.

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