Asus PadFone S
The Asus PadFone S is a budget-focused device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8974AB Snapdragon 801 (28 nm), built for basic everyday tasks (2014).
2014 · Lower-mid-range · Android 4.4.2 (KitKat)ⓘ Note: Scores are automatically calculated using available specifications and may not always perfectly reflect real-world performance or user experience.
✓︎ Pros
✓Sharp 441 PPI screen
✓5" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓Lightweight at 150g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 2,300 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic Qualcomm MSM8974AB Snapdragon 801 (28 nm) for simple tasks only
✗Only 2GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysGamingMultitaskingMultitasking
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8974AB Snapdragon 801 (28 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Quad-core 2.3 GHz Krait 400
OS
Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow)
RAM
2GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
441 ppi
Sharp and comfortable to read
Panel
Super IPS+ LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
13 MP
Capable for everyday photos
Main Video
4K@12-25fps, 1080p@30fps, 720p@60fps
🔋 Battery & Design
Battery
2,300 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Po 2300 mAh, non-removable
Weight
150g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
143.4 x 72.5 x 10 mm (5.65 x 2.85 x 0.39 in)
USB
microUSB 2.0 (SlimPort TV-out), OTG
Sensors
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Colors
Titanium Black, Platinum White, Dark Ruby
