Asus delivers a tablet with the right premium features but for a good price - introducing the Memo Pad HD 10. The slate packs on sharp in-plane switching (IPS) screen plus a comfortable design and excellent viewing angles. For people who know and have heard of Asus' slate capabilities, the Memo Pad FHD 10 delivers a similar impressive experience.

The tablet still has its share of flaw. For example, users may experience lags or delays when loading large apps. There can also be lags following long periods of sleep. Nonetheless, Asus Memo Pad FHD 10 still offers great features even with its price. The device starts shipping at $329.

Design

The Asus Memo Pad FHD 10 may not be as stylish or chic as other premium tablets but it has a light and comfortable design that should satisfy many. It is lighter than Google's Nexus 10. The smooth matte back finish plus the rugged texture for grip allows users to hold the device comfortable. It will not slip easily. Likewise, the round edges do not poke into a person's hands.

The bezels on the slate also provide sufficient space so fingers do not get in the way of the screen. People should be careful about the glossy screen. It can be prone to smudges and fingerprints. Users can use a microfiber cloth to clean the prints on the screen.

The left side of the tablet features micro-USB and micro-HDMI ports. There is a microSD slot in between. The 5 MP camera and speakers can be found on the back.

Features

The tablet is equipped with Android 4.2.2. It features an Asus Quick Setting notification option panel in place of the conventional Android pull-down menus. This feature provides users quick access to a range of settings. This also includes settings found on pure Android platforms.

Other features include Asus' Splendid screen calibration app, floating dock app and multimedia-experience-enhancing Audio Wizard. Floating dock can help users in multitasking. It is also capable of completing small tasks such as changing Audio Wizard settings, opening a browser or checking notes and calendar without needing to close another app.

The IPS screen offers 1920 x 1200-pixel support.

Hardware

The Asus Memo Pad FHD 10 packs on 1.6 GHz Intel Atom Z2460 dual-core CPU and PowerVR SGX 544 MP single-core GPU. It also offers 2 GB of RAM along with either 16 GB or 32 GB internal memory. Other features include Bluetooth 3.0, E-compass, ambient light senor, G-Sensor and gyroscope.