The Asus Memo Pad ME172V is a budget-focused device, powered by the VIA WM8950, built for basic everyday tasks, with a 4,270 mAh battery for solid all-day use (2013).
2013 · Entry-level · Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean)
Overall
B
Performance
B
Display
A
Battery
A+
Camera
C
Software
C+
ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Budget), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size7" · 196.2 x 119.2 x 11.2 mm (7.72 x 4.69 x 0.44 in)
ChipsetVIA WM8950
RAM1GB
Storage16GB | 8GB
Main Camera1 MP
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Basic VIA WM8950 for simple tasks only
✗Only 1GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
✗1 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
✗Lower-resolution 170 PPI screen — visible pixels on close inspection
⚠️ Not ideal for
GamingMultitaskingMultitaskingPhotography
ℹ️ Overview
Status
Discontinued
Announced
2013, January. Released 2013, January
Also Known As
Tablet with no support for GSM voice communication, SMS, and MMS
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
VIA WM8950
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
1.0 GHz
GPU
Mali-400
OS
Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean)
RAM
1GB
Apps may reload frequently
Storage
16GB | 8GB
Memory Card
microSDHC
💻 Display
Size
7"
Resolution
600×1024
Sharpness
170 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
Panel
LED-backlit LCD,
Standard LCD display
📷 Camera
Main Camera
1 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
Main Video
720p
🔋 Battery
Capacity
4,270 mAh
Adequate for moderate use
Type
Li-Po 4270 mAh, non-removable (16 Wh)
📱 Design & Build
Weight
370g
On the heavier side — noticeable in pocket
Dimensions
196.2 x 119.2 x 11.2 mm (7.72 x 4.69 x 0.44 in)
SIM
No
Colors
Sugar White, Titanium Gray, Cherry Pink
Sensors
Accelerometer
📶 Network
Technology
No cellular connectivity
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth
No
NFC
No
GPS
No
USB
microUSB 2.0
🔊 Sound
3.5mm Jack
Yes
Loudspeaker
Yes
Radio
No
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the Asus Memo Pad ME172V does not support 5G — it supports No cellular connectivity.
No, the Asus Memo Pad ME172V does not have NFC.
Yes, the Asus Memo Pad ME172V supports microSDHC expandable storage.
The Asus Memo Pad ME172V SIM configuration: No.
Yes, the Asus Memo Pad ME172V has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The Asus Memo Pad ME172V ships with Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean).
The Asus Memo Pad ME172V uses microUSB 2.0.
The Asus Memo Pad ME172V supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n.
